Industry News
Amplifier chip extends range for wake-up receivers
Researchers have created an amplifier chip that increases the sensitivity of wireless sensors without increasing their power consumption. [ + ]
Govt announces legislation to protect Defence bases from drones
The legislation provides Defence with an enduring legislative authority to conduct counter-measures against uncrewed systems over sensitive Defence sites. [ + ]
Triple Zero could soon be contacted via text
The Triple Zero Custodian is testing whether direct SMS could provide a safe and effective way for Australians to contact Triple Zero when a voice call may not be possible or practical. [ + ]
AI use among first responders has nearly tripled
The sixth annual Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications Survey reveals a rapid year-over-year acceleration in the daily use of AI, drones and robots. [ + ]
Tait to deploy nationwide DMR Tier 3 network in Portugal
Tait Communications will soon deploy a nationwide DMR Tier 3 network for E-REDES, the largest electricity distributor in Portugal. [ + ]
Scientific project to design more resilient 6G networks
The PROSPERO research consortium brings together nine organisations from six countries to transform the architecture of future 6G telecommunications networks. [ + ]
July's Telstra outage cost Australia $500m, modelling shows
A single Telstra outage in July cost the Australian economy over half a billion dollars, according to economic modelling by FTI Consulting. [ + ]
Comms Connect Melbourne 2026 delivers
Over 1800 attendees, more than 90 exhibitors and sponsors, and 80 critical comms expert speakers gathered to make the Southern Hemisphere's premier industry event a great success. [ + ]
Lite Coms tactical satellite terminals to support the ADF
US company Lite Coms has been selected to provide tactical SATCOM technology in support of the Australian Defence Force's LAND 4140 Land C4 program. [ + ]
Voice console tech delivered for NZ's new LMR network
Zetron has been recognised for its delivery of a voice console solution for New Zealand's emergency services, as part of the country's new Land Mobile Radio (LMR) network. [ + ]
Laws passed to expand mobile coverage, protect consumers
The Australian Government has passed legislation designed to expand basic mobile coverage across the country and to better hold telecommunications providers to account. [ + ]
Airbus–Broadtech MOU to explore next-gen comms for NZ
Comms Connect Melbourne saw Airbus Defence and Space sign an MOU with Broadtech to support New Zealand's transition to broadband mission-critical services. [ + ]
ACCC seeking views on mobile coverage and services
The ACCC is seeking views from Australian consumers and businesses as it commences public consultation for its Mobile Services Inquiry. [ + ]
Pivotel launches satellite connectivity solution at Comms Connect
Visitors to Comms Connect will be able to see the Pivotel OneTouch SL-Mini and discuss how portable LEO connectivity can be incorporated into broader resilient communications strategies. [ + ]
ICEYE and Nokia partner to launch sovereign satellite comms
ICEYE and Nokia will develop secure, sovereign and high-performance broadband LEO satellite communications systems for governments, supporting missions from defence to disaster response. [ + ]
