What happens if the GPS system goes down?
12 September, 2016US government researchers are working with IT companies to devise a back-up system for GPS time signals based on commercial fibre-optic telecommunications networks.
Comms Connect Melbourne 2016 preview
05 September, 2016 by Jonathan Nally | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)This year will see another world-class line-up of speakers, workshops and exhibitors at Comms Connect Melbourne, to be held from 22 to 24 November.
RFI acquires Maxon Australia assets
02 September, 2016 | Supplied by: RFI Technology SolutionsRFI Technology Solutions (RFI) has acquired the assets of Maxon, enabling it to accelerate efforts to deliver the next generation of M2M telemetry and Internet of Things solutions.
Response to FirstNet's rural broadband plans
31 August, 2016 by Jonathan NallyUS comms industry body NTCA says it is pleased the FCC recognises the statutory obligation of FirstNet to ensure "substantial rural coverage".
FirstNet approves 2017 budget
30 August, 2016The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board has approved a budget package to support the evolution of FirstNet's public-private partnership and the implementation of the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network.
ACMA reviewing licence taxes for satellite services
29 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Australian Communications and Media AuthorityThe ACMA is considering reducing apparatus licence taxes for satellite and space-based services to encourage more efficient use of the spectrum.
Research for new mining comms
29 August, 2016 by Anne Ju ManningA project led by Colorado State University engineers is aimed at providing miners a low-cost, high-fidelity communication system that bypasses GPS, wireless, cellular and other signals.
Arianespace launches two Intelstat satellites
26 August, 2016Arianespace has launched two more satellites for Intelsat, marking 58 satellite launches throughout a partnership that spans more than three decades.
ACMA releases compliance report
26 August, 2016 by Jonathan NallyThe ACMA has released a report and infographic on its efforts to improve compliance with radiocommunications transmitter licensing arrangements.
Looking for work? Radio job on offer
25 August, 2016 by Jonathan NallyIf you have P25 and/or TETRA expertise and all-round radio systems experience, you might be interested in this job advertisement posted online.
US sets comms tower safety standards
22 August, 2016The US has finalised new safety standards for those who build and maintain communications towers.
Cohda Wireless technology travels around the world
19 August, 2016Two electric motorbikes undertaking an 80-day around-the-world journey have been equipped with vehicle communication technology designed by Australian company Cohda Wireless.
Motorola invests in digital innovation
19 August, 2016 by Jonathan NallyChicago-based consulting firm DevMynd has received investment funding from Motorola Solutions Venture Capital to investigate innovation opportunities in public safety and commercial communications.
Time to book for ARCIA/Comms Connect Adelaide
18 August, 2016 by Jonathan Nally | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)The combined ARCIA/Comms Connect conference, industry dinner and networking event in Adelaide will be held on 22 September, so now's the time to book your place.
Rolling wireless net improves emergency comms
17 August, 2016Plug in NIST's Rapidly Deployable Public Safety Research Platform, switch it on and start making calls within minutes.