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Mobile technologies' expanding horizons into more sectors of economy and society Both Prime Minister Rudd and Communications Minister Conroy have regularly confirmed the Australian Government?s commitment to a ?digital revolution?. To this end mobile telecommunications including mobile broadband will be central to the future of a digital economy as the reach of mobile technologies and services extends into most sectors of the economy and society. It is clear that health and education sectors are set to join media, entertainment, personal / business communications and social networking as key new horizons for mobile technologies and services.

Mobile phones make headway in education In yet another expanding application of the use of mobile phones, the education sector is starting to use mobile phones in the classroom as a valuable learning tool, reports Business Week. Cell phones have long been anathema in the classroom, banned as a potential distraction, at best, and as a possible vehicle for cheating, at worst. But lately, educators have begun changing their tune on mobile phones.

AMTA?s Telco Charity Sailing Challenge in November The 2008 Telco Charity Sailing Challenge is being held to have a fun day on Sydney Harbour on November 27 and to raise awareness and funds for two prominent charities in support of our youth.

Industry involved in upgrading mobile premium services code AMTA Chief Executive Officer, Chris Althaus, said the industry was concerned at the level of complaints about unexpected high bills from use of premium services, particularly by teenagers.

Base stations comply with strict science-based safety standards The safety of mobile phones and base stations is an issue that the industry takes very seriously and it relies on the independent judgements of expert bodies, such as the World Health Organisation (WHO), AMTA told listeners on ABC Radio North Coast this week.

Australian mobile phone industry supports independent scientific research to inform consumer choices The mobile telecommunications industry has reconfirmed its commitment to supporting scientific research of health and safety aspects of radiofrequency.