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,...
The new Canon MS-500 is built to be used for specialist long distance monitoring under challenging conditions and can operate around the clock in temperatures ranging from -20oC to 45oC, day and night accurately. (Courtesy of Canon)

‘ASTORS’ Champ Canon USA New MS-500 for Long-Range Surveillance

Canon U.S.A., the Double 2022 Gold 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Champion for Best IT Access Control & Authentication and Best Device Visibility and Control Solutions, is introducing the Canon MS-500. The Canon...
2023 'ASTORS' Award Competitor SkyDome Manager is a purpose-built airspace monitoring and counter-UAS command and control software. It directly empowers security personnel with 3D airspace awareness, delivering detection, tracking, and mitigation of drone threats.

Fortem Technologies Returns to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Fortem Technologies, a leader in airspace security, is pleased to announce its SkyDome® Manager has been Nominated to compete in the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program. With a mission to keep...
NEC’s New NEC Gateless Entry, one of Three New Product Offerings Nominated to Compete in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, uses biometric recognition that authenticates large numbers of people to help alleviate congestion at busy entrances, reducing bottlenecks and wait times without affecting the security of a site or event. (Courtesy of NEC)

NEC NSS Returns to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), a leading provider of biometric identity and artificial intelligence (AI) technology for federal government agencies in defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security, is pleased...
“NEC understands its responsibility to support organizations on the front lines of caring for the communities we work and live in each day,” shared Ken Wilson, NEC & NEC Foundation of America Vice President. (Courtesy of NEC Foundation)

How NEC is Changing the World with $500K Health and Education Grants

NEC Foundation of America, the charitable giving fund of NEC Corporation of America (NEC), whose subsidiary NEC National Security Systems (NSS) is the Returning Platinum Industry Sponsor for the 2023 'ASTORS'...
Evolv adds visual gun detection to enhance the perimeter of detection beyond the venue threshold at distances of up to 100 feet. (Courtesy of Evolv)

New Evolv Extend Adds Omnilert AI Gun Detection for Added Safety

Evolv Technology, a leader in AI-based weapons detection security screening, and 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Multiple Awards Champion,  proudly introduces its latest innovation Evolv Extend™, designed to identify non-concealed (or brandished)...
Nabeela N. Barbari, Executive Vice President, OTHSolutions, offer three quick tips from a national security practitioner and ally – in hopes of inspiring local action and a cultural change from the walls of your school to the halls of Capitol Hill. (Courtesy of PWPORG)

From Your School to the Halls of Capital Hill: 3 Tips to School Safety

Originally Published in PWPORG, By Nabeela N. Barbari, Executive Vice President, OTHSolutions The very act of prevention is, by and large, less sensational than response. The examples are endless. Staying out of the...
Physical Security Solutions Expert IPVideo Corp, to Debut All-New HALO Cloud App and Multi-Award-Winning Products in Booth #3245 at GSX 2023.

IPVideo Debuts New HALO Cloud App with 10-Year Warranty at GSX 2023

IPVideo Corporation, a leading provider of physical security solutions, a Multi-Award Champion in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program - Recently Nominated to Compete in the 2023 'ASTORS' Awards, will...
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))

See SDS New SecureGrants, Starter Kit and ResponderLink LIVE at GSX

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company, and the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Gunshot Detection Solution, has introduced a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events called...
Machine learning and advanced analytics enable mobile CCTV security systems to proactively thwart security threats while also driving operational efficiencies. (Courtesy of Stallion Infrastructure Services)

AI-Backed Security Monitoring Trailers Take on Broader, Proactive Approach

Guest Editorial by Cameron Simon, Senior Vice President of Industrials, Technology & Services for Stallion Infrastructure Services Last year, there was a 71% increase in physical attacks on critical U.S. infrastructure, according...