Rising above the flames: How Urban Sky’s Microballoon is transforming wildfire management
Wildfire incidents are escalating in both frequency and intensity each year, wreaking havoc on ecosystems, displacing communities, and endangering countless lives. In fact, according to a study by Nature Ecology & Evolution, the number of extreme wildfires has more than doubled over the past two decades. The unpredictable behavior and
New VP of Defense Sales at goTenna highlights what’s next for the company
With over twenty-five years of experience supporting the defense and communications markets, Cyrus Wilson, a U.S. Army veteran, was appointed the new VP of Defense Sales for goTenna this past June. In this new position, he will lead and manage goTenna’s Department of Defense (DoD) business strategy and execution. He
3 considerations for increasing innovation across the DoD
As technology rapidly evolves, the U.S. military, government acquisition offices, policymakers, and Congress face increasing pressure to stay ahead of global competitors. To maintain a competitive edge against increasingly sophisticated adversaries, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies need to embrace new tools and solutions that fully
3 ways the US Coast Guard can leverage mesh networks for off-grid connectivity
In the realm of maritime safety and security, effective communication is paramount. For the United States Coast Guard (USCG), ensuring seamless connectivity is not just a priority but a necessity. Communication is needed when operating off-shore in bordering countries, during ship inspections, and when collaborating with other agencies during a
Tech Spotlight Series: How Legionarius smart garments increase warfighter survivability
Every second counts when a warfighter is injured on the battlefield. Shortening the time from the point of injury (POI) to the point of treatment (POT) can increase survivability for the warfighter, but how can military decision-makers immediately know a soldier is injured and deploy medical intervention in a more
3 ways to help drive innovation across the government and military
The allure of selling solutions to the federal government and military is strong for entrepreneurial technology startups and innovative growth companies. Not only does the U.S. government have a significant budget set aside for innovative projects, but it also allows companies to contribute to a larger mission and purpose. These
How DMI and goTenna are enabling quicker decision-making for border agents
Federal law enforcement organizations – such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the U.S. Marshals Service, the U.S. Coastguard, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) – often have to conduct operations in remote, austere environments. With mobile technologies and applications
Connecting national park rangers in the world’s most austere locations
With temperatures regularly reaching 122 Fahrenheit, deadly animals roaming the terrain, and the constant threat from armed poachers, the park rangers in southern Africa’s national parks confront hazardous and challenging conditions. They face these dangers to protect something priceless – some of the world’s most endangered and vulnerable species. African
Is mobile mesh networking the solution for embassy security?
The United States operates more than 250 embassies and consulates across the globe. Stationed within these embassies and consulates are State Department employees and United States diplomatic personnel responsible for assisting American citizens abroad and playing an essential role in international relations and U.S. foreign affairs. U.S. ambassadors and diplomats
Tracking specialized freefall units: goTenna and ATAK connect military freefall operators during infiltration
With hundreds of pounds strapped to their backs, one hundred mile winds tossing them around mid-air, and the thick blanket of night impeding their view, military freefall operators have less than a minute to act. In those few seconds, any decision they make could result in the success or failure