TSA Administrator David Pekoske

2021 ‘ASTORS’ Government Innovator Confirmed by Senate for Second Term

President Joe Biden nominated David Pekoske in May  for a second term as the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Seventh Administrator, and the U.S. Senate voted to confirm him on Thursday of...
PureTech Systems, with a Record Six 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Wins, delivers the best open-integration, fully automated Perimeter Intrusion Detection System for protecting borders, infrastructure, and facilities.

PureActiv Best-in-Class Border & Infra-structure Returns in 2022 ‘ASTORS

PureTech Systems, the Winner of Six 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards, is pleased to announce its PureActiv autonomous Intrusion Detection and Video Surveillance Solutions for Critical Infrastructure Perimeter, Maritime, and Border...
Security Center 5.11 simplifies the path to unification with a redefined product licensing model, and introduces Genetic’s Streamvault Edge™ appliances, which simplify the path to hybrid-cloud, along with the upcoming Genetec Web App1, providing an intuitive and easily portable window on your security system.

Genetec Announces Significant New Release of Security Center 5.11

Genetec, a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, who took home a Gold in the 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has announced a...
The Canaveral Port Authority (CPA) is slated to receive $1,357,020 in federal funding for two projects to help bolster safety and security at Port Canaveral. Shown here, Cory Dibble, the Canaveral Port Authority Director of Public Safety & Security monitors Port security cameras (Courtesy of CPA)

Port Canaveral Security Upgrades to Receive $1.9M in Federal Funding

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), an agency of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has awarded $1,941,285 in federal grant funding for several projects at Port Canaveral, under the Port...

Victim Fought Gunman in Grocery Store Shooting that Left Two Dead

August 29, 2022 - In Breaking News – CNN One of the victims fought to disarm the suspected gunman during Sunday's fatal shooting at a Safeway grocery store in Bend, Oregon, according...
Cloudastructure offers 21st-century cloud video surveillance that works with the cameras you already HAVE. Equipped with award-winning AI/ML analytics in the cloud, enjoy a scalable solution that offers a unified view of all locations, rapid searches, mobile access, and unlimited support. Integrate as needed with remote guarding, IoT cyber security, or smart parking for end-to-end security.

‘ASTORS’ Competitor Cloudastructure Surpasses Q3 Growth Projections

Cloudastructure, a 2021 'ASTORS' Award Winning Cloud Video Surveillance Provider, recently Nominated for Multiple Awards in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has already exceeded its Q3 2022 targets in...
Fans hate waiting in long security lines to get inside a venue, and they hate intrusive screenings even more. With the Patriot One Gateway, fans don’t need to empty their pockets – they can just walk in.

The State of Venue Security: Reaction to the NCS4’s Venue Director Report

Guest Editorial by Peter Evans, CEO of Patriot One, the Newest Double-Entry Competitor in the 2022 'ASTORS' Awards Program As organizations continue to get back to “normal” with restrictions easing amidst a...
Cloud-based security is becoming increasingly popular as it provides integration potential and allows for AI and analytics automation. So, what cloud-based commercial security trends can we expect to see in 2023? (Courtesy of Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay)

Commercial Building Security Trends for 2023: ‘Cloud-Based’ Security

50% of all corporate data is now stored in the cloud, which includes physical security data. Cloud-based security is becoming increasingly popular as it provides integration potential and allows for AI...
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TX Man Charged with Drug Smuggling to Federal Prisons with DJI Drone

Bryant LeRay Henderson, 42, of Smithville, Texas, allegedly flew a drone loaded with drugs and other contraband into prison, and has been federally charged, according to Chad E. Meacham, U.S. Attorney...
D-Fend's EnforceAir C-UAS now integrated with Syzygy's SNAP (Sensor Network Access Point), which will strengthen support for the Team Awareness Kit / Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) across the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Justice (DOJ) and first responders in contending with rogue drone activity at sensitive and critical sites and events.

D-Fend and Syzygy to Optimize C-UAS Communications & Data Management

D-Fend Solutions, leader in radio frequency (RF), cyber-based, counter-drone takeover technology, who took home the Gold 2021 'ASTORS' Award for Best Persistent Aerial Monitoring Solution, recently Nominated to Compete in the 2022...