LEARN about the HAZARDS of Lithium-Ion Batteries: Plus How to Properly Charge, Store, or Dispose of Lithium-Ion Batteries, courtesy of 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Excellence in Public Safety and Community Resilience Champion: FDNY. (Courtesy of FDNY and YouTube)

FDNY is SOUNDING THE ALARM to PREVENT Lithium-Ion BATTERY FIRES

Courtesy of The Fire Department of New York City (FDNY) Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries have increased dramatically in New York City with deadly consequences. These rechargeable batteries are found in electric...
According to the National Fraternal Order of Police's newly released 'Officers Shot in Line of Duty' report - there have been 108 ambush-style attacks on law enforcement officers this year. (Courtesy of National Fraternal Order of Police)

Over 350 Police Officers Shot TYD as of Midnight 30 November 2023

The National Fraternal Order of Police, whose Director of FOP Officer Wellness Services, Ms. Sherri Martin, was Recognized in the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security and Government Excellence Awards for "Excellence in...
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is warning its agents to "exercise extreme caution and should report any possible armed subjects approaching the border with possible explosive devices," after the Mexican military recently seized 10 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at the border.

US Border Patrol Warned to be Safe, Vigilant After IEDs Found at Border

December 15, 2023 – In Breaking News – FOX BUSINESS U.S. Customs and Border Protection is warning agents to be on the lookout for explosive devices. A federal law-enforcement source shared with FOX Business Network...
David Antar, President of IPVideo Corporation and A+ Technology & Security Solutions, Inc., CEO of ACG, is presented with the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Industry Leadership & Innovation Person of the Year Award on November 16th, 2023, accompanied by 2022 Industry Person of the Year Jim Robell, President of Fortior Solutions, and 2021 Industry Person of the Year Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC National Security Systems (NSS).

2023 ‘ASTORS’ Honors Leadership & Innovation Award Winners in NYC

American Security Today's Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards, the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program, now in its Eighth Year, recognizes industry leaders of Physical and Border Security, Cybersecurity, Emergency Preparedness – Management...
As a pioneer in gunshot detection technology, 'ASTORS' Awards Champion SDS never stops innovating to save lives threatened by gun violence. (Courtesy of SDS and YouTube)

Empower Communities, Workplaces & Increase Safety with Gunshot Detect

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS),  a provider of world-leading gunshot detection solutions - and a 2023 Platinum 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Champion for Best Gunshot Detection Solution - plans to introduce a...
Through this new acquisition of the innovator of the Halo Smart IOT Sensor, the ViewScan Concealed Weapons Detection and Loss Prevention System, and most recently the Sentry ERS Lockdown & Emergency Response System, Motorola Solutions is reinforcing its commitment to improving safety and security by offering a cost-effective sensor that is easy to deploy and operate for enterprises of all sizes.

2023 ‘ASTORS’ Multi-Award Champion – Now a Motorola Solutions Company

IPVideo Corporation, an industry pioneer since 1996 - who earned Six 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards in the 2023 'ASTORS' Awards Program - is now a Motorola Solutions company. With a purpose-driven mission...
Rajant CEO Robert Schena, presents a check to the Friends of Chester County Emergency Response K9 Unit, while holding the company’s 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award for “Best Wireless Video Surveillance Network Solution.

RAJANT Earns Double Platinum in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program

Rajant Corporation, the pioneer of Kinetic Mesh® wireless networks, is pleased to announce the company has been recognized with two Platinum ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards in American Security Today's 2023 Homeland...
When shots are fired, ResponderLink automatically provides event information to 911 operators during a crisis. Learn how ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement the enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. (Courtesy of Shooter Detection Systems (SDS))

SDS Caps Off a Year of Prestigious Accolades with 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Win

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), a pioneer in gunshot detection systems for the commercial market, has announced its latest win, recognizing the company’s advanced technology. American Security Today's 'ASTORS' panel of distinguished judges...
Guns were the LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH for children and teens in the country for the THIRD year in a row as explained by ATF Director Steven Dettelbach during his keynote address at the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Ceremony and Banquet Luncheon. Additionally the number of gun suicides has reached an all-time high - 73 people died by gun suicide every day.

New Gun Laws Take Effect After Over 650 Mass Shootings in 2023

January 1, 2024 – In Breaking News – The Guardian New gun safety laws are taking effect in several states around the US on 1 January after the country ended 2023 with...
Messaging can be sent to all HELIAUS® devices, such as urgent facility events or incidents, and can be conveyed to all active Security Professionals with any pertinent instructions and are time and date stamped when read and acknowledged.

Allied Universal AI-Powered Apps Take Triple 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Gold Wins

Allied Universal®, a leading global security and facility services company, was recognized for its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered programs HELIAUS®, Live Interactive Support AI (LISA), and Mercury with 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security...