DHS grant funding provides support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack.

$1.6B Available in DHS Homeland Security Preparedness Grants

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas has announced $1.6 billion for eight Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) preparedness grant programs to provide critical funding to help state and local officials prepare...
Dell Technologies

See How Dell’s Computer Vision is Reinventing the Fan Experience

There’s nothing like the thrill of a big game or the concert atmosphere, as people tend to value experiences more than physical possessions, generating billions annually to the “experience economy.” Entertainment venues...
Dedrone solutions are used by the governments of four G-7 nations, nine U.S. federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, and internationally by more than 65 critical infrastructure sites, 20 airports, 50 correctional facilities, and 30+ Government agencies.

2022 ‘ASTORS’ Nominee Dedrone Expands Executive Leadership Team

Dedrone, a market leader in smart airspace security, and a 2021 Platinum ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Airport/Aviation Security Solution, is strengthening it's leadership with the appointment of Balaji Tamirisa...
With advancements in AI and sensors, it’s crucial decision makers are fully aware of the opportunities for AI-cameras vs. LiDARs for smart roads, and learn how to leverage these technologies and their relative strengths. (Courtesy of Derq Inc.)

See Opportunities for AI-Cameras and LiDARs for Smart Road Infrastructure

Guest  Editorial by Dr. Georges Aoude, Co-founder & CEO of Derq Inc. As the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January sparked a new wave of autonomous vehicles (AVs) coming to the automotive...
Steven McCraw, director for the Texas Department of Public Safety, says the on-scene commander during the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School made the wrong decision and did not attempt to breach the classroom where the gunman was quickly enough. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Investigators Question Delayed Police Response in Texas School Shooting

May 28, 2022 – In Breaking News – Reuters Investigators in Texas were seeking to determine on Saturday how critical mistakes were made in the response to the deadly Uvalde shooting, including...
influencers

Navigating Public Life In the Age of “INFLUENCERS” (Learn More, Videos)

By John Muffler MS, CTM Principal, Aequitas Global Security, LLC Selena, Rebecca Schaeffer, and Christina Grimmie are recognizable celebrity names from the entertainment industry. Each was loved and admired by millions but...
New Halo 3C Version Boasts Six New Security Features, Custom Sensor Options, and Supports Cloud Applications to Offer Heightened Security and Easier Installation For Users.

HALO IoT Smart Sensor Returns to Compete in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

An industry pioneer since its introduction of one of the first network-based surveillance recording solutions in 1996, IPVideo Corporation is now at the forefront of developing unique, innovative solutions that harness...
cloud-based access control

Protecting Healthcare Institutions with Cloud-based Access Control

Guest Editorial by Scot Sturges, Director of Business Development, North America, ACRE Over the last few years, now more than ever, hospitals and other healthcare institutions have much to keep up with...
cloudastructure

Cloudastructure Earns 700% Bookings Growth & Seven New ‘ASTORS’ Entries

Cloudastructure, which provides a cloud-based video surveillance platform with AI and computer vision analytics and took home a 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award, has been nominated for a record Seven 'ASTORS'...
kimberly archer

Archer Named Head of Operations at NEC National Security Systems (NSS)

American Security Today is delighted to congratulate Kimberly Archer on her new role as Head of Operations for NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), the PLATINUM Industry Sponsor of the 2022...