Although Italy is involved in the Multifunction Information Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio System program to equip airborne platforms, problems have arisen over issues of software encryption ...

Two years ago, researchers in the Netherlands discovered an intentional backdoor in an encryption algorithm baked into radios used by critical infrastructure–as well as police, intelligence agencies, ...

For more than 25 years, a technology used for critical data and voice radio communications around the world has been shrouded in secrecy to prevent anyone from closely scrutinizing its security ...

The Oakland Police Department's plans to begin encrypting its radio transmissions is drawing public scrutiny due to concerns over transparency in the department. Police radios allow for communication ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Public safety agencies in Austin are expected to switch to a new radio audio encryption system beginning April 22, according to the City of Austin. The Austin Police Department will ...

Senate Bill 1000, which would’ve required California law enforcement agencies to find alternatives to fully encrypted radio communications, failed to advance to the full state Assembly on Aug. 11, ...

Twin Cities More Twin Cities law enforcement locking down police radio traffic, stirring debate Scanner listeners in Minnesota said that while they understand the reasons for encryption, they are ...

Since 1936, journalists have provided New Yorkers with real-time lifesaving information about dangerous and newsworthy activity in their neighborhoods. They have warned people about train accidents, ...

The Palo Alto Police Department is preparing to restore public access to radio communication by Sept. 1, 2022. Embarcadero Media file photo. The Palo Alto Police Department, which moved abruptly in ...

Update: On June 21, 2021, Colorado’s state legislature passed a bill requiring police agencies that fully encrypt radio communications to enact media access policies in consultation with the media.