Wired to wireless: The next big change in advanced metering infrastructure and connected societies

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The internet has been one of the most transformative global developments in our history, changing the landscape for communications, education and economic advancement around the world. Since 2000, global internet penetration has grown by 936% — and with nearly 50% of the world still not connected, there are considerable opportunities to expand its reach. From the creation
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FCC ADDS BLUE ALERTS TO THE NATION’S EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEMS

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FCC ADDS BLUE ALERTS TO THE NATION’S EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEMS Blue Alerts Can Protect Law Enforcement Officers and Communities WASHINGTON, December 14, 2017—The Federal Communications Commission today added a new alert option—called a “Blue Alert”—to the nation’s emergency alerting systems. Blue Alerts can be used by state and local authorities to notify the public of
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PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY BUREAU SEEKS COMMENT ON RESPONSE EFFORTS UNDERTAKEN DURING 2017 HURRICANE SEASON

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DA 17-1180 Released December 7, 2017 PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY BUREAU SEEKS COMMENT ON RESPONSE EFFORTS UNDERTAKEN DURING 2017 HURRICANE SEASON PS Docket No. 17-344 Comments Due: January 22, 2018 Reply Comments Due: February 21, 2018 Introduction The Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB or Bureau) of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or
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New Hampshire Is First State to Opt Out of FirstNet

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Dec. 07–More than 30 states and territories have already opted in to FirstNet, the dedicated nationwide network for public safety and first responders — but on Thursday, Dec. 7, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu announced his state will be the first to officially opt out and pursue an alternate plan. Like other key states including California, Colorado, Florida and New York, New Hampshirehas devoted considerable time to
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