Given all the budget cuts happening in Washington, D.C., under Trump 2.0, Fierce wondered how FirstNet, the government-authorized wireless network for public safety, will fare. Is there any chance it…
T-Mobile and SpaceX’s satellite-powered direct-to-cell service doesn’t live up to expectations, according to some users who have been accepted into the beta program. SOURCE: pphonearena.com DATE: April 1, 2025 T-Mobile has partnered…
Law enforcement officers need to stay connected while doing their job — during extreme weather, among large crowds, inside buildings, or at the edge of the network’s reach. That’s why…
Learn why reauthorizing the FirstNet Authority is vital to public safety communications, ensuring uninterrupted service for first responders nationwide.
At MWC Barcelona, AT&T’s Scott Agnew, president of FirstNet, discusses the public safety network’s capabilities and technology direction as competitors attempt to make inroads in the market. He also overviews…
Opting for an LTE-based mission-critical-push-to-talk (MCPTT) solution and abandoning land-mobile-radio (LMR) technology for vital public-safety communications is proving to be an operational and financial boon to the city of Dallas,…
by PSBTA Team The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) leads the charge in advancing public safety communication networks, equipping first responders with the tools they need to operate with greater…
AT&T served as the MVP (Most Valuable Provider) by reliably connecting fans at home and in the dome, as well as first responders on FirstNet®, Built with AT&T. from game day…
As the neutral host provider, AT&T serves as the MVP (Most Valuable Provider) at the Superdome Key Takeaways: AT&T has pulled out all the stops to ensure fans enjoy fast…
By James Careless Since its inception in 2012, the FirstNet Authority has done great things for public safety communications in the United States. The most significant of these is the…
America was struck by tragedy early in 2025. From natural disasters to mass casualty incidents — and even acts of terrorism — these events tested the resolve of our country…
On-duty firefighters die from sudden cardiac events at twice the rate of law enforcement officers and four times the rate of other emergency responders. Early detection can help save lives by catching…
This new FCC decision isn’t just about technology; it’s about making our community safer. As Chief of Police, I’ve witnessed firsthand the essential role that reliable communications play in keeping…
By James Careless 2024 was a busy time for FirstNet, and for this reporter at AllThingsFirstNet.com. I’ve covered many stories during the past 12 months. Here are some of the…
By Jasper Bruner, National Tribal Government Liaison, First Responder Network Authority At the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority), we oversee the building, deployment, and operation of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband…