Industry News
Twisted fields discovered around mysterious fast radio burst
The Parkes telescope in Australia has been used by an international team of researchers investigating the origin of Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs). [ + ]
Tech Workshops added to Comms Connect NZ program
Three pre-conference workshops have been added to the Comms Connect NZ agenda. [ + ]
Nokia to deploy 5G-ready network in Algeria and Tunisia
Nokia has been selected by Ooredoo Group to upgrade its existing radio access networks (RAN), as well as to deploy new sites in Algeria and Tunisia. [ + ]
Australian drone technology takes flight globally
Aerologix is releasing its automated flight path technology globally, which will soon include additional communication features for potential uses in disaster management. [ + ]
AST SpaceMobile achieves space-based voice calls
AST SpaceMobile has announced the completion of two-way voice calls made to everyday unmodified smartphones using the company's BlueWalker 3 satellite. [ + ]
German court rules in favour of Hytera in Motorola patent infringement case
The Court of Appeals Düsseldorf has ruled in favour of Hytera Communications Corporation Limited and its subsidiary HMF in patent infringement proceedings. [ + ]
The 5G future — exploring the potential for standalone networks
A panel of tech and telco experts will discuss the future of 5G standalone networks during the coming Comms Connect NZ conference. [ + ]
ARCIA Sydney conference to discuss PSMB updates
ARCIA's upcoming conference will feature discussion of the Australian Government's latest progress regarding a Public Safety Mobile Broadband capability. [ + ]
Govt acquires ownership interest in CEA Technologies
The Australian Government has entered into an agreement to acquire an ownership interest in Australian defence radar systems manufacturer CEA Technologies. [ + ]
Reminder: changes to 800 MHz trunked spectrum
If you or your clients have trunked radio systems operating on the 800 MHz spectrum (Motorola, Tetra or GE format), then they must change frequencies. [ + ]
Emergency Management Otago, Smart Christchurch join a full Comms Connect NZ program
The conference program has been boosted with two presentations focusing on resilience and warning systems in the face of natural disasters. [ + ]
Communication Support Vehicle donated to Paris Fire Brigade
Eutelsat Communications has made a donation to the Paris Fire Brigade, equipping a Communication Support Vehicle with the latest in connectivity infrastructure. [ + ]
ANZ companies shortlisted for 2023 ICCAs
The shortlist for the 2023 International Critical Comms Awards (ICCAs), to be presented at Critical Communications World, has been announced. [ + ]
Govt opens consultation on comms resilience program
The Mobile Network Hardening Program aims to reduce the risks of service outages and improve restoration times during natural disasters in impacted communities. [ + ]
Campaign to save AM radio in US cars
The campaign is being launched as some automakers have stripped AM radio out of certain vehicle models. [ + ]
