Intersec newsletter - May edition

Monthly newsletter - June edition

PRESS RELEASE_ Cyprus: Intersec powers CY-ALERT

Cyprus launches national Public Warning System, powered by GCC and Intersec

“It will significantly enhance our ability to alert and protect the public during emergencies and strengthen preparedness across civil protection agencies. This is crucial to protect residents and mitigate the consequences of extreme events, such as the devastating wildfires we experienced in the summer of 2025.”

Theodoros Lemoniatis, Cyprus Civil Defence

→ Read the press release

DNA_ Response to the European Commission consultation

We’ve submitted our response to the EC' consultation on the Digital Networks Act (DNA). Our paper shares practical insights on how mobile networks can support civil protection and homeland security.

Based on real-world experience from many countries, we’ve outlined key recommendations, including using Cell Broadcast for emergency alerts, ensuring 50m location accuracy for 80% of emergency calls, and enhancing advanced geolocation for law enforcement.

→ Access our full position paper

→ View a summary of our proposals

BLOG_ The silent opt-outs: a blind spot in Cell Broadcast

Cell Broadcast is a highly effective technology for reaching entire areas within seconds during emergencies, which is why we recommend it as a mandatory channel in our DNA recommendations.

But did you know that, in some US states, up to 29.5% of citizens have opted out? This is why a multichannel approach is critical. → Read the article

INFOGRAPHICS_ How does LB-SMS dissemination work?

Location-based SMS sends targeted alerts to every subscriber located inside a defined zone, on any SMS-compatible device. Unlike Cell Broadcast, each message is addressed to an identified subscriber and tracked with a delivery receipt. This infographic breaks down how the process works end-to-end, from the alert issuer selecting a zone to the network querying its location registers and reaching each phone. → Download it here

DEBUNKED_ 18 myths about Public Warning Systems

When it comes to deploying a public warning system, how do other operators handle the budget, capacity, and integration questions?

We compiled field experience from deployments across multiple countries, working alongside operators and public authorities, into this whitepaper.

⬇️ Download the whitepaper

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LIFE AT INTERSEC_ A week for wellbeing and a good cause

We laced up for a 3 km solidarity run in support of Institut Gustave Roussy, a leading French cancer research centre, then refuelled at a healthy breakfast of seasonal fruit and pastries. A wellbeing day closed out our Quality of Work Life Week, with two reflexologists running discovery sessions of plantar reflexology to release tension and reset between work hours.