Industry News
Confidence in Wi-Fi continues to grow: report
The latest report from the Wireless Broadband Alliance showcases how Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve in ways that anticipate the needs of businesses. [ + ]
Universal metasurface antenna has 6G applications
The antenna allows the independent and simultaneous manipulation of amplitude, phase, frequency, polarisation and direction of electromagnetic radiation. [ + ]
Emergency comms vital to Gansu earthquake rescue efforts
In the aftermath of the December quake, Caltta Technologies mobilised a dedicated emergency support team equipped with cutting-edge communications technology. [ + ]
Valid8 and BT join TCCA
TCCA has welcomed US-based network testing company Valid8 and UK-based network operator BT as new members. [ + ]
Aust drone startup acquires Brazilian mapping software company
Dubbed 'Uber for drones', Australian startup Aerologix matches drone operators with clients that need aerial imaging. [ + ]
Motorola comms services support NSW SES, Telco Authority
Motorola Solutions' SmartConnect service will extend the reach and capacity of the NSW SES's mission-critical radio communications, while its broadband push-to-talk service will support the state's Emergency Services Organisations. [ + ]
Telstra announces support initiatives for disaster season
Telstra has announced a range of new initiatives to support Australians during a challenging summer of natural disasters, including an emergency roaming simulation. [ + ]
Major govt investment to boost regional connectivity
More than 100 communities and locations across rural and regional Australia are set to benefit from significant communications upgrades made possible by $170.2 million in government funding. [ + ]
Lightning-strike sensors help stop bushfires before they start
A new collaborative project is aiming to provide the earliest possible warning and accurate location of lightning strikes at the greatest risk of starting a fire. [ + ]
Wireless communication enabled 40 m underground
Conventional wisdom held that wireless communication in the complex underground environments of mines was virtually impossible due to signal attenuation. [ + ]
New vulnerabilities found in Sierra Wireless routers
Cybersecurity company Forescout has released an analysis of 21 newly discovered vulnerabilities within OT/IoT routers and open-source software components. [ + ]
One million IoT connections for smart electricity meter network
Telecom company Spark has announced a milestone of one million IoT connections for Bluecurrent's (formerly Vector Metering) smart electricity meter network. [ + ]
ITU advances the development of 6G
The International Telecommunication Union has published the framework for the development of standards and radio interface technologies for the sixth generation of mobile systems. [ + ]
TETRA system for Jakarta light rail goes into operation
Teltronic was selected to install a TETRA digital radio system that allows not only voice communication but also other important functionalities. [ + ]
Private wireless milestone for MEA energy sector
Nokia and Ooredoo Qatar have established what is understood to be the Middle East and Africa's (MEA's) first private wireless network for the energy sector. [ + ]