US Army Receives Real-Time Video Distribution Tech for WASP Aerostats

Drone Aviation Holding Corp., a developer of specialized, tethered aerial monitoring and communications platforms serving national defense and homeland security customers, recognized in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, and a...
'ASTORS' Award-Winning SWORD - Mobile Based Security providing an IoT Level of Situational Awareness

SWORD Returns to Compete in 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program (Videos)

With more and more so-called soft targets being attacked around the world, heightened security is needed virtually everywhere. With the ongoing threat of global terrorism or instances of mass shootings or other...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Tuesday called on governments and industry to work together to make the best use of modern technology to put the passenger at the centre of the journey and to achieve greater efficiency from infrastructure. (Courtesy of IATA and Twitter)

More Control, Less Waiting: Top Priorities for Travelers (Multi-Video)

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2019 Global Passenger Survey results, which highlights that passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience. Acting as the voice of...
2019 'ASTORS' Finalist Smiths Detection, is opening new doors with integrated checkpoints using unique biometric identifiers to deliver risk-based screening at departure, transit and arrival airports to streamline the checkpoint journey to make it even safer and more efficient.

Smiths Detection Showcases Biometric Checkpoint Solutions

Smiths Detection, a global threat detection and security technologies company, and new competitor in the 2019 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is showcasing an integrated checkpoint solution at inter airport Europe 2019,...
It was a busy October this year with a total of 403 firearms found last month as compared to 358 in October of last year. (Courtesy of the TSA)

Oversized Liquids Leads to a Weird Cache of Weapons, TSA

By the TSA, Jay Wagner  Between October 7 and November 3, TSA screened 65 million passengers and found 374 firearms in carry-on bags, 333 were were loaded and 118 had a round...
DroneTracker software is the central nervous system for a complete solution. It integrates sensors, performs machine-learning analysis, and connects mitigation technology.

‘ASTORS’ Finalist Dedrone Releases DroneTracker 4.1 (Multi-Video)

Dedrone, a new competitor in the 2019 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is pleased to announce the company's DroneTracker, has been selected as a Finalist in the 2019 'ASTORS' Homeland Security...
'ASTORS' Award-Winning SWORD - Mobile Based Security providing an IoT Level of Situational Awareness that proactively detects and deters threats as they enter the venue, instantly delivery actionable intelligence to security personnel at the exact moment they need it.

SWORD: See the Future of Security and Public Safety Mgmt at CES 2020

SWORD, an innovative provider of leading-edge threat detection technologies and solutions, and Multiple-Award Winner in the 2019 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program announced at the Annual 'ASTORS' Luncheon at ISC East, will...
UK border control

UK Conservatives Vow to Increase Biometrics at Borders

December 2, 2019 – In Breaking News – BBC News If the party wins the general election, it says it will introduce automated exit and entrance checks. It would also make it harder...
The 'ASTORS' Award Winning SEEKERe from DetectaChem represents cutting edge technology in hand-held explosive and drug detection equipment.

SEEKERe Explosive Detector Excels in DoD Venue Security Evaluation

We live in a world that is in flux. Power struggles, civil unrest, and a desire for radicals to do harm to the enemy and the innocent as well, dominate our...

Port Authority of NY, NJ Approves Budget for Physical & Cyber Upgrades

The Port Authority Board of Commissioners has approved a 2020 budget of $3.4 billion for operating expenses and $3.6 billion for capital spending. The Port Authority operates Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport,...