The MOU underscores the shared vision of both companies to advance satellite-based navigation technology and unlock the potential of hybrid GNSS–LEO solutions. [ + ]

Researchers will use Tait's P25 network and radio equipment to evaluate interoperability between P25 and LTE/5G technology. [ + ]

Recent mobile device testing undertaken by the telco industry has identified an issue affecting certain older Samsung mobile phones when attempting to make Triple Zero calls. [ + ]

Airbus Public Safety and Security has signed a seven-year contract covering the transition of Sweden's national Rakel network from TETRA to 3GPP-standard 5G broadband. [ + ]

Edith Cowan University and Proteus Maritime have been awarded a $200,000 grant to develop an undersea mesh system to transform defence communication. [ + ]

The ACMA says it will be taking early action to understand the status of mobile network operators' preparation for the commencement of these new rules. [ + ]

Work is well underway on the installation of more than 7000 radios into emergency vehicles and 1300 radios into buildings, as well as the delivery of 30,000 new portable radios to emergency responders. [ + ]

Comms Connect returned to Melbourne with a two-day conference and exhibition on 15–16 October, showcasing innovative products and solutions from across the world. [ + ]

At Comms Connect Melbourne, Airbus Defence and Space and Omnitronics formalised a strategic MOU to collaborate on the development of next-generation interoperable critical communication gateways. [ + ]

At Comms Connect Melbourne, Etherstack and STREAMWIDE committed to launching a hosted Communications-as-a-Service (CaaS) solution in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]

Victorian emergency call operators were left taking notes with pen and paper for several hours on Wednesday morning, after a power outage knocked out Triple Zero Victoria's CAD system. [ + ]

The Regional Connectivity Program is enabling families and businesses in North West WA to stay better connected, with three projects in the Kimberley region and one in the Pilbara completed through the program. [ + ]

If you regularly pass by a cafe that operates a Wi-Fi network, you could be identified there without noticing it — even if you do not carry a mobile phone with you. [ + ]

Counter-drone technology company DroneShield has announced a $13m investment in a new research and development facility in Adelaide, supporting existing engineering operations in Sydney. [ + ]

Over 1500 visitors are expected to descend on the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for the event, so now's the time to secure your ticket if you haven't done so. [ + ]