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Federal Council Enables Text-Based Emergency Calls via Mobile Networks

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The Federal Council creates the basis for digital emergency call functions. In the future, police, fire brigade and medical services can also be reached via real-time text via the smartphone - a progress especially for people with hearing impairment.
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The Federal Council creates the basis for digital emergency call functions. In the future, police, fire brigade and medical services can also be reached via real-time text via the smartphone - a progress especially for people with hearing impairment.

The Federal Council has decided to modernize access to emergency services in Switzerland. Several ordinances have been amended to adapt these vital services to current communication technologies. The main innovation lies in the ability to contact the police, fire department, and emergency services in writing. This real-time text function […]

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Le blog high-tech & telecom de Xavier Studer broke the news on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
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