Using the right 5G spectrum in the mobile industry could add a further $565 billion to global GDP, according to a new GSMA report. [ + ]

CSIRO will maintain and provide operational support for the European Space Agency (ESA) in WA. [ + ]

A new antenna evaluation method could help boost 5G network capacity and cut network design costs. [ + ]

The Australian Control Room Network Association's recent conference has solidified the sector's vision for the future. [ + ]

Many countries are moving ahead with public safety mobile broadband, but Australia still has some catching up to do. [ + ]

ARCIA and PSCE have agreed to share information with the aim of supporting their policy and advocacy roles in public safety communications. [ + ]

Competition is the only way in which Australians will continue to enjoy high standards of mobile services, says the ACCC's Rod Sims. [ + ]

Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, TPG and UK-based Dense Air have paid a combined $853 million for spectrum in a key 5G frequency band. [ + ]

Record attendance and a packed program ensured 2018's Comms Connect Melbourne event was the best ever. [ + ]

Australian and foreign firms are racing to launch fleets of satellites that will provide global connectivity for the IoT age. [ + ]

With less than one year to go until WRC-19, the GSMA has called for governments to support mobile industry spectrum needs. [ + ]

The SOCRATES project aims to shield the electromagnetic spectrum from disruption by malicious parties. [ + ]

A new book has been launched telling the story of more than 50 years of innovation in LMR in Australia. [ + ]

From pedal power to modern HF, the Royal Flying Doctor Service has long relied on radio to help it provide essential medical care. [ + ]

The Australasian TETRA and Critical Communications Forum has become the Australasian Critical Communications Forum, with an updated open standards charter. [ + ]