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. [ + ]

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 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 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. [ + ]

Remote sensing engineers have combined celestial navigation with vision-based technology to provide an alternative means of night-time navigation for drones. [ + ]

Comms Connect NZ 2025 has launched with strong early support from exhibitors and sponsors, with more than 60% of the expo space already booked. [ + ]

The service has been 'rehomed' from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment into Next Generation Critical Communications. [ + ]

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. [ + ]

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. [ + ]

A new strategic partnership between Orange Business and Sat.One will deliver enhanced connectivity to businesses operating in remote and geographically challenging locations. [ + ]

The Australian Government is seeking feedback on proposed reforms to streamline the rollout of vital telecommunications infrastructure and enhance its resilience. [ + ]

Nokia has been awarded a multiyear extension deal by Bharti Airtel to deploy 4G and 5G equipment across key Indian cities and states. [ + ]

The Australian Government is improving mobile coverage on our regional roads and highways with the $50 million Regional Roads Australia Mobile Program. [ + ]

Telco companies will be required to prioritise customer communications in the event of a major network outage impacting 100,000 or more services. [ + ]

The ACMA found Optus failed to provide access to the emergency call service for 2145 people during the course of the outage in November 2023. [ + ]