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Genetec plugin boosts vehicle investigation speed & insight
Emergency services

Genetec plugin boosts vehicle investigation speed & insight

Genetec launches AutoVu ALPR Analysis Reports plugin to expedite vehicle forensics and help cops spot patterns, speeding up investigations globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Arlo & RapidSOS join forces to improve emergency alerts
Unified Communications

Arlo & RapidSOS join forces to improve emergency alerts

Arlo Technologies has teamed up with RapidSOS to enhance emergency responses via AI-powered video verification, aiming to improve response accuracy and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Motorola acquires RapidDeploy to enhance emergency tech offering
Motorola Solutions

Motorola acquires RapidDeploy to enhance emergency tech offering

Motorola Solutions has acquired RapidDeploy, enhancing emergency response capabilities with cloud-native 911 tech by integrating it into their existing systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Skylo expands satellite network for seamless global access
Unified Communications

Skylo expands satellite network for seamless global access

Skylo has unveiled its expanded satellite network, ensuring global connectivity for over a billion devices, addressing critical coverage gaps for users.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Cubic & Skylo team up to boost vehicle connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Cubic & Skylo team up to boost vehicle connectivity

Cubic Telecom and Skylo Technologies have partnered to integrate satellite connectivity into vehicle solutions, enhancing global communication capabilities.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Skylo & Deutsche Telekom trial SMS over satellite in EU
Internet of Things

Skylo & Deutsche Telekom trial SMS over satellite in EU

Skylo has joined forces with Deutsche Telekom and Qualcomm to successfully trial SMS over a GEO satellite, enhancing connectivity in remote European areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
The departure of Sparks cybersecurity leader Josh Bahlman
Unified Communications

The departure of Sparks cybersecurity leader Josh Bahlman

Josh Bahlman, esteemed leader of Spark New Zealand's Cyber Defence and Technology Architecture teams, has resigned after a significant ten-year tenure.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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NSSLGlobal secures FCDO Services deal for hybrid satellite network
Emergency Communications

NSSLGlobal secures FCDO Services deal for hybrid satellite network

NSSLGlobal wins FCDO Services contract to provide hybrid satellite network, boosting secure, high-speed connectivity for UK diplomatic and disaster response teams worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Cross-border radio trial boosts emergency response in NSW, Victoria
Disaster Recovery

Cross-border radio trial boosts emergency response in NSW, Victoria

NSW and Victoria are trialling cross-border radio roaming to boost emergency communication and response during major disasters across state lines.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Two Canadians raise USD $6.3 million for AI automation in 911 calls
Artificial Intelligence

Two Canadians raise USD $6.3 million for AI automation in 911 calls

Hyper launches AI technology to manage non-emergency 9-1-1 calls, easing dispatcher workload, after raising USD $6.3 million funding.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Winsted previews ergonomic PSAP console for emergency centres
Emergency Communications

Winsted previews ergonomic PSAP console for emergency centres

Winsted previews its ergonomic PSAP console for emergency centres, highlighting comfort and tech integration ahead of its summer release.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
One NZ satellite texting hits one million message milestone
Unified Communications

One NZ satellite texting hits one million message milestone

One NZ's satellite service has surpassed one million free texts in under four months, enhancing connectivity during emergencies like Cyclone Tam.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Seqwater relies on ATech for seamless cyclone coverage
Data sovereignty

Seqwater relies on ATech for seamless cyclone coverage

During Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Seqwater and a local council maintained vital online services thanks to ATech's resilient cloud hosting in Queensland.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
TasGRN expansion boosts emergency comms in Tasmania
Telstra

TasGRN expansion boosts emergency comms in Tasmania

Motorola Solutions and Telstra have expanded Tasmania's Government Radio Network to 400 sites, enhancing emergency communications for first responders.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Sinch launches service to aid FCC 911 compliance
Emergency services

Sinch launches service to aid FCC 911 compliance

Sinch has unveiled its 911 PSAP Outage Services, aiding providers in meeting new FCC compliance rules, which take effect on 15 April 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Kordia renews $55m safety radio contract with Maritime NZ
Kordia

Kordia renews $55m safety radio contract with Maritime NZ

Kordia has renewed its NZD $55 million, 10-year contract with Maritime NZ to deliver critical safety of life radio communications at sea, ensuring continued safety and upgrades.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Study reveals tech diversity crucial for UK emergency services
Unified Communications

Study reveals tech diversity crucial for UK emergency services

A study finds UK emergency services suffer frequent communication outages due to limited technology diversity, highlighting the need for mixed communication systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Hourua partners with TCCA improving NZ emergency communications
Spark

Hourua partners with TCCA improving NZ emergency communications

NZ's Hourua, a joint venture by Spark and One NZ, partners with global group TCCA to enhance emergency services' communications through robust multi-network cellular solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024