Emergency service

GoAERO Launches $2+ Million Competition to Inspire Creation of Versatile Emergency Response Flyers

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at the Vertical Flight Society's 2024 Transformative Vertical Flight conference, GoAERO announced the launch of its three-year, global competition – the GoAERO Prize, which aims to inspire the creation of portable, versatile and autonomy-enabled Emergency Response Flyers. Throughout the competition, teams will compete for more than $2 million in total prizes.

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Teams will be challenged to design, develop and build emergency response aerial technologies that rescue people, deliver first responders, provide emergency supplies, and aid in humanitarian efforts.
"Emergency responders put their lives on the line to help those in need," said Gwen Lighter, CEO of GoAERO.
The GoAERO Prize hopes to inspire and catalyze the creation of affordable, portable, versatile, and autonomy-enabled Emergency Response Flyers that will help close a critical gap in emergency response technology."
Stage 3 is the last stage and features the Final Fly-Off, during which teams must complete five real-world emergency response missions with their flyers.

GoAERO Launches $2+ Million Competition to Inspire Creation of Versatile Emergency Response Flyers

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at the Vertical Flight Society's 2024 Transformative Vertical Flight conference, GoAERO announced the launch of its three-year, global competition – the GoAERO Prize, which aims to inspire the creation of portable, versatile and autonomy-enabled Emergency Response Flyers. Throughout the competition, teams will compete for more than $2 million in total prizes.

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Teams will be challenged to design, develop and build emergency response aerial technologies that rescue people, deliver first responders, provide emergency supplies, and aid in humanitarian efforts.
"Emergency responders put their lives on the line to help those in need," said Gwen Lighter, CEO of GoAERO.
The GoAERO Prize hopes to inspire and catalyze the creation of affordable, portable, versatile, and autonomy-enabled Emergency Response Flyers that will help close a critical gap in emergency response technology."
Stage 3 is the last stage and features the Final Fly-Off, during which teams must complete five real-world emergency response missions with their flyers.

LogicMark Unveils First Personal Safety Software App, Aster

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LogicMark, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGMK) (the “Company”), creator of the most innovative personal safety and security technology designed for the care economy, today announced the launch of Aster, its software application that brings innovation, personal safety, and peace of mind to its users of all ages.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LogicMark, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGMK) (the “Company”), creator of the most innovative personal safety and security technology designed for the care economy, today announced the launch of Aster, its software application that brings innovation, personal safety, and peace of mind to its users of all ages.
No one has built a universal solution that’s focused on making personal safety and family security a priority for all ages.
But as the care economy evolves, so have the complexities of personal safety,” said LogicMark CEO, Chia-Lin Simmons.
“With Aster, we are bringing the tech roots back to LogicMark by introducing our first standalone software product.

Fast Guard Service Mobilizes to Aid in Tornado Aftermath in Panama City, Florida

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Friday, January 12, 2024

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PANAMA CITY, Fla., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that struck Panama City on January 9, 2024, Fast Guard Service has announced its immediate deployment of security personnel to assist the affected community. The unprecedented weather event has left over 100 households displaced, creating a dire need for organized response and support.

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Fast Guard Service, a leading provider of security solutions, is committed to playing a pivotal role in the disaster response efforts.
"Our hearts go out to all those affected by these tragic tornadoes," said Thasema James, a representative of Fast Guard Service.
"In these times of uncertainty and distress, Fast Guard Service is dedicated to providing steadfast support and security to help stabilize the community."
Fast Guard Service is coordinating closely with local authorities and disaster response teams to assess ongoing needs and adjust their support accordingly.

Equature Renews Partnership with Nortex Regional Planning Commission to Enhance 9-1-1 Capabilities

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

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SOUTH FIELD, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equature, a leading provider of 9-1-1 solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with the Nortex Regional Planning Commission (NRPC) to continue enhancing 9-1-1 systems across a nine-county region in northern Texas.

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SOUTH FIELD, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equature, a leading provider of 9-1-1 solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with the Nortex Regional Planning Commission (NRPC) to continue enhancing 9-1-1 systems across a nine-county region in northern Texas.
Equature has partnered with the NRPC since 2018 to ensure dependable, innovative 9-1-1 technology for the region's emergency response capabilities.
"We're thrilled to continue as Nortex Regional Planning Commission's 9-1-1 solutions partner, enabling them to best serve all their communities," said Joe Mosed.
"As an emergency response technology leader, Equature strives to give PSAPs like Nortex the capabilities and reliability residents expect when dialing 9-1-1."

Majority of U.S. First Responders Call for Technology Upgrades to Stop Cyberattacks, Dispatch Outages and to Prepare for Natural Disasters, According to New National Survey

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Public safety professionals want technology upgrades and adoption of federal standards for first responder IT security, reporting and efficiency.

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Public safety professionals want technology upgrades and adoption of federal standards for first responder IT security, reporting and efficiency.
A near-total majority (91%) of first responders have experienced cybersecurity-related issues in the past year like phishing, scam calls and malware attacks.
Scam calls and malware/viruses are now the leading cybersecurity concern for first responders, overtaking phishing from last year’s survey.
More than two-thirds (67%) of first responders have experienced dispatch outages, and 88% have experienced other IT malfunctions.

Totalmobile Announces Landmark Australian Expansion as it Launches Sydney HQ

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

Totalmobile, a leading field service management software solutions provider, has today announced its expansion into the Australian market.

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Totalmobile, a leading field service management software solutions provider, has today announced its expansion into the Australian market.
Totalmobile's journey into Australia heralds a new era of field service delivery for the Company, marked by the opening of its first international office in Sydney.
Phil Race, CEO at Totalmobile, shared his excitement for the company's Australian expansion, stating: "We are thrilled to bring Totalmobile's world-class software solutions to Australian markets, as well as strategic sectors in New Zealand.
For more information on Totalmobile and its expansion into Australia, please visit www.totalmobilesolutions.com.au

FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) to present Free Earthquake Preparedness Workshop for Businesses and Organizations

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to enhance earthquake preparedness and resilience among businesses and organizations, FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) are pleased to announce registration is open for the free QuakeSmart Preparedness Workshop.

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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to enhance earthquake preparedness and resilience among businesses and organizations, FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) are pleased to announce registration is open for the free QuakeSmart Preparedness Workshop .
The workshop is tailored for building officials, businesses, corporations, engineers, emergency managers, home builders, manufacturers, nonprofits, organizations, policymakers, public officials, risk managers, and small businesses.
"This workshop underscores our collective commitment to safeguarding businesses and organizations in San Diego", said Jeff Toney, Director of the County of San Diego's Office of Emergency Services.
"QuakeSmart promises to deliver information, tools, and networking opportunities that will enhance the earthquake preparedness of our local business community.

DATAMARK Selected by Allegany County, Maryland, to Increase Location Intelligence Indoors Through Innovative Indoor Mapping Technology

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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The three-year contract will include the conversion of existing floorplans to indoor data models, as well as the indoor data collection of 25 high occupancy buildings within the County.

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The three-year contract will include the conversion of existing floorplans to indoor data models, as well as the indoor data collection of 25 high occupancy buildings within the County.
"DATAMARK INSIDE provides end-to-end indoor mapping solutions designed to enable collaboration between public safety officials, schools and facility managers," said Rob Sterner, Vice President and Director of DATAMARK.
"The DATAMARK indoor mapping services and solutions are game-changing for public safety and something I never thought I'd see in my career," added Roger Bennett, MS, Deputy Director, Allegany County, Maryland, Department of Emergency Services.
DATAMARK's end-to-end indoor mapping solutions allow users to leverage highly accurate and robust indoor data for collaborative use between first responders, PSAP (public safety answering point) personnel, and facility managers.

New Hampshire Selects Genasys to Improve Public Safety Communication

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Monday, October 23, 2023

“The safety of the residents and visitors of New Hampshire is always our top priority,” said Mark Doyle, Director of the New Hampshire Division of Emergency Services and Communications.

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“The safety of the residents and visitors of New Hampshire is always our top priority,” said Mark Doyle, Director of the New Hampshire Division of Emergency Services and Communications.
Genasys Protect will empower New Hampshire emergency officials with the following capabilities:
Targeted Multi-Channel Alerting: Public safety officials will target response zones with location-appropriate messaging to inform or evacuate people out of harm’s way quickly and efficiently.
These features will aid in helping to keep New Hampshire safe with timely critical messaging to its residents and visitors.
Genasys is committed to providing a ubiquitous solution that offers quick decision-making tools to New Hampshire public safety officials, drastically improving response time and providing geo-targeted emergency notifications to the community.