Commentary 3 tips for mitigating the ransomware threat to government offices 9th March 2020 In 2019, more than 140 local governments, hospitals, and police stations fell victim to malicious ransomware attacks. Various cities across Louisiana, Texas, and Florida are among many that have appeared in the headlines. This particularly malicious type of cybercrime has become a global issue whose reach and impact continue to grow. Recent reports claim ransomware damages could […]
News Latest coverage figures, third-party data indicate AT&T narrowing 4G coverage, performance gaps with Verizon 5th March 2020 Recent 4G LTE coverage figures from AT&T, Verizon and an independent third-party industry source reveal that Verizon holds about a 70,000-square-mile 4G coverage advantage nationally—a fraction of the 450,000-square-mile advantage touted by Verizon in communications to public safety for years, and as recently as last month. Verizon’s web site includes a page stating that its […]
Partner content Patient health data is increasingly democratized—despite data-quality issues 5th March 2020 As health care moves toward preventative care, AI and IoT are at the forefront, empowering patients to manage their health. From gathering health data on patients’ vitals to understanding genetic predisposition for diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s, Internet of Things (IoT) devices and artificial intelligence (AI) have changed how patients and practitioners approach illness […]
Partner content Edge computing set for big role in 5G vehicle automation 5th March 2020 There’s no consensus on how best to use processing power at the edge of the network to support connected cars and autonomous vehicles (AVs). However, advanced autos are a natural use case for edge computing. Self-driving autos would consume and generate large amounts of data, rely on complex decision-making, and would be mobile, often taking […]
News Startup Cynamics seeks to detect cyber threats for local jurisdictions 3rd March 2020 Startup Cynamics soon plans to make generally available its cloud-based network-monitoring solution that uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect malware and potential cyberattacks quickly, so quarantine and/or mitigation efforts can be executed before the attacks spreads broadly through a network. Cynamics CEO Eyal Elyashiv said that many enterprises have a variety of cybersecurity tools, […]
News Axon says it will offer cloud-based CAD services during the second half of this year 3rd March 2020 Axon expects to complete the first live deployment of its cloud-based, computer-aided dispatch (CAD) service during the first half of this year—“displacing a major competitor” in the process—and plans to make its CAD offering generally available during the second half of this year, according to company executives. Known primarily for its TASER weapons and body-camera […]
News Newscan: Parkland shooting leads to new 911 plan to boost efficiency between agencies 28th February 2020 Web Roundup Items from other news organizations Parkland shooting leads to new 911 plan to boost efficiency between agencies Axon rolls out the next level of police technology: Live-streaming body cameras DHS worried ransomware, cybersecurity attacks on voter-registration databases ahead of election, says top official Secure Networks Act passes Senate Public Safety Advocate: The 5G […]
News Jurisdiction View feature from RapidSOS a ‘game-changer’ for Arizona PSAP 28th February 2020 RapidSOS yesterday announced the general availability of its new Jurisdiction View module, which quickly displays enhanced location information and other data associated with all 911 calls within the jurisdiction of a public-safety answering point (PSAP) on a map interface that is being described as a “game-changer” for at least one 911 center. Included in the […]
News Powering 5G cell sites may rack up big costs for operators 27th February 2020 When the mobile industry talks about 5G, the discussion is usually focused on the capacity gains and the lightning fast speeds it will deliver. But achieving those 5G benefits requires more macro cell sites as well as small cells, and that equates to increased power consumption and higher energy costs for mobile operators. But most […]
News Philadelphia finds its own lane in smart-city initiatives 26th February 2020 For cities like Philadelphia, smart city initiatives open doors. These smart city projects upgrade aging infrastructure, address inequity and promote innovation. But before they can deliver on benefits, experts say, cities often need to do some difficult foundational work. Emily Yates, smart city director in Philadelphia, said that, to be successful, smart city initiatives require […]
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