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New FirstNet Chair Horowitz encouraged by progress, outlines ‘FirstNet 2.0’ plans

Leaders of U.S. public-safety organizations are “thrilled” with AT&T’s development of the FirstNet system and want the FirstNet Authority to continue its advocacy for first responders—a cornerstone of the organization’s “FirstNet 2.0” strategy that will be unveiled next week, according to FirstNet board Chair Ed Horowitz. Since being named FirstNet board chair in late August, […]

UAS: Charles Werner says public-safety drone use exceeding expectations

Charles Werner podcast on 11-27 Charles Werner, chair of the National Council on Public Safety UAS, explains how public safety is rapidly increasing its use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)–often known as drones–for a variety of purposes, including the enhancement of situational awareness, search-and-rescue efforts and communications coverage. Werner also discusses challenges associated with UAS […]
Speakers: Next-generation 911 progressing, but key questions remain

Speakers: Next-generation 911 progressing, but key questions remain

CHICAGO—Next-generation 911 (NG911) standards and development continue to progress, but the much-anticipated emergency-calling technology still faces a host of funding and policy challenges, according to speakers at this week’s IWCE’s Critical LTE Communications Forum. Brian Fontes, CEO of the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), said the need for NG911 is especially apparent as first responders […]
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