Industry News
Hytera pleads guilty to conspiring to steal tech from Motorola
As stated in its plea agreement, Hytera, through the acts of individuals acting to benefit the company, knowingly conspired to steal at least one trade secret from Motorola. [ + ]
Drone pioneer to help build world's largest digital atlas
Aerologix is partnering with digital mapping platform Soar to create what is set to become the world's most extensive library of high-quality drone imagery and maps. [ + ]
Motorola Solutions to acquire AI mobile company Theatro
Motorola Solutions has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Theatro Labs, a maker of AI and voice-powered communication and digital workflow software for frontline workers. [ + ]
Massive mission-critical video explored in TCCA white paper, webinar
A new white paper and webinar from The Critical Communications Association (TCCA) is exploring what public safety agencies and operators need to consider to successfully deploy video services supporting mission-critical operations. [ + ]
Retail workers call for more safety tech this holiday season
Security technologies — including mobile safety apps, body cameras, and systems that allow store security officers to view real-time video of unfolding incidents — make retail workers feel safer at work. [ + ]
BT Group to deliver mobile services for UK's Emergency Services Network
BT Group has signed a new £1.29 billion contract with the UK Home Office to provide mobile services for the country's Emergency Services Network over the next seven years. [ + ]
Telstra fined $3 million for March's Triple Zero outage
Telstra has been penalised more than $3 million for failing to comply with emergency call rules during a technical disruption at its Triple Zero emergency call centre earlier this year. [ + ]
GPS alternative for drones uses visual data from stars
Remote sensing engineers have combined celestial navigation with vision-based technology to provide an alternative means of night-time navigation for drones. [ + ]
2025 edition of Comms Connect NZ kicks off with a bang
Comms Connect NZ 2025 has launched with strong early support from exhibitors and sponsors, with more than 60% of the expo space already booked. [ + ]
NZ's NGCC onboards Emergency Caller Location Information Service
The service has been 'rehomed' from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment into Next Generation Critical Communications. [ + ]
UGL completes radio comms package for Sydney Metro
UGL's radio team completed the essential radio system works throughout the city section of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, providing connectivity for passengers from day one. [ + ]
Drones to monitor WA energy network this summer
Utility company Western Power is looking to expand its use of drone technology, with its arsenal of UAVs set to play a critical role in monitoring network faults and maintaining reliability this summer. [ + ]
Satellite partnership brings LEO technology to remote ANZ
A new strategic partnership between Orange Business and Sat.One will deliver enhanced connectivity to businesses operating in remote and geographically challenging locations. [ + ]
Have your say: proposed reforms to improve infrastructure rollout
The Australian Government is seeking feedback on proposed reforms to streamline the rollout of vital telecommunications infrastructure and enhance its resilience. [ + ]
Nokia selected to deploy 4G and 5G equipment in India
Nokia has been awarded a multiyear extension deal by Bharti Airtel to deploy 4G and 5G equipment across key Indian cities and states. [ + ]