NEC and IBA hosted the 36th Annual User Conference in Chicago, IL, where participants attended a variety of panel sessions that provided a forum for biometric thought-leaders to share best practices and insights into how biometric and digital identity solutions are keeping our communities safe and are helping to solve crimes quicker. (Courtesy of NEC)

Global Law Enforcement Agencies Join Forces with NEC, at IBA 2023

NEC, whose whole owned subsidiary NEC National Security Systems (NSS), a Returning Multi-Platinum Awards Champion in the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, in partnership with the International Biometrics Association (IBA),...

Parents PLUS Schools Can Complete the 1-2 Punch for School Safety

Initially Published in PWPORG, by Katherine Schweit, J.D., CCEP, Attorney, Author, and retired FBI Special Agent who Created FBI's Active Shooter Program In my monthly newsletter, I deliberately focus on the largest...
It is estimated that over 5000 public safety agencies have implemented drone programs, with more added every day. A recent research study revealed over 17 major use cases with numerous subcategories, and their efforts are greatly enhancing public safety and homeland security. (Courtesy of DRONERESPONDERS)

Drones: Public Safety, Homeland Security and Public Service

Guest Editorial by Charles Werner, Director – DRONERESPONDERS  Public Safety drone operations are now being used by every public safety discipline (Fire, EMS, Law Enforcement, Correctional Officers, Emergency Management, Search and Rescue,...
Captain James F. Albrecht (Rtd), is a 20-year veteran of the NYPD who retired as the Commanding Officer of NYPD Transit Bureau District 20. He also served on NYPD Police Commissioner Bratton’s Reengineering Committees from 1994 to 1995 and 2014 through 2015.

James F. Albrecht Nominated in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

James F. Albrecht is an independent contractor, who has extensive experience in conducting comprehensive training and policy reform projects for the US Department of State (DoS), the US Department of Justice...
free speech When not allowing opposing views, everyone misses out on many ways to improve an original idea or thought. Finding a middle ground through compromise builds buy-in, unites people, and lessens division. When college campuses no longer allow opposing views, they lose the very purpose of learning, growing, and collaborating.

The Silencing of Free Speech – From a Public Safety Perspective

Guest Editorial by Charles Werner, Director – DRONERESPONDERS  The true threat to our democracy is the silencing of free speech. Increasingly, people with opposing views are being harassed, protested against, and/or canceled. Much...
Chief Steven Sund is a Best selling Author, Congressional Gold Medal Recipient, Former Chief of Police, Public Speaker, Leadership Training, Critical Incident and Special Event Management Expert.

Courage Under Fire: Meet Chief Sund & His 30 Year Path to Jan 6th

Guest Editorial by Chief Steven Sund, Best selling Author, Congressional Gold Medal Recipient, Former Chief of Police, Public Speaker, Leadership Training, Critical Incident, and Special Event Management “Shots fired, shots fired! Officer...
Many police departments are turning to innovative investigative solutions like open-source intelligence (OSINT) technology to help officers reduce the risk of perpetual fentanyl overdoses and identify those involved in the drug trade, explains John O’Hare, director sales and business development with Cobwebs Technologies

OSINT: A Powerful Tool in Fentanyl Investigations and Response

Guest Editorial By John O’Hare, Director of Sales and Business Development with Cobwebs Technologies Since March of 2022, fentanyl overdoses have become one of the leading causes of death for adults aged...
“NEC NSS and InfraGard National Members Alliance are bringing together top experts from diverse backgrounds in law enforcement, and the public and private sectors to develop innovative solutions in combating human trafficking,” added Keith Terreri, Executive Vice President of NEC and NEC NSS Board Member.

NEC NSS and InfraGard National Partner to Fight Human Trafficking

NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), a Multi Award Champion in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Competition, including a much-coveted 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Leadership & Innovation Award, and a leading provider...
Hornetsecurity is proud to announce its next-generation Security Awareness Training, which helps better equip employees to counter cyber-attacks, has been Nominated in the 2023 'ASTORS' Awards Program.

Hornetsecurity Returns to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program

Cyber criminals are constantly innovating, and attacks are on the rise: Hornetsecurity’s 2022 Ransomware Report found that 60% of attacks came from phishing attempts. Cybercriminals use increasingly sophisticated spear phishing attacks, a form...
“Cybersecurity professionals don’t know what makes the average person susceptible to cyberthreats,” says Missy Lawrence, Principal Consultant at ISG. “Cybercriminals hope to reach people when they are stressed or emotional because it clouds their judgment.”

Behavior-Based Security Training to Stem Tide of Cybersecurity Breaches

Traditional cybersecurity awareness training leaves companies vulnerable to social engineering attacks. Reducing the risk of people causing a breach requires a culture change. Recently, LastPass, a cybersecurity company that sells password management software,...