The real-time detection of concealed threats is critical for protecting public transportation, sports arenas, and other open, difficult-to-secure environments. New sensing technologies, such as standoff active-RF imaging with the HIVE algorithmic framework, can help security personnel screen customers and bags quickly without affecting the flow of traffic. (Courtesy of DHS S&T)

S&T Office of Mission Capabilities & Support Competes in 2022 ‘ASTORS’

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate, which has been Recognized in AST's Annual 'ASTORS' Awards Program for Five Consecutive Years, is pleased to announce the HIVE...
Jon Gruen, Chairman Named New Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Fortem Technologies

Fortem Announces Exec Leadership Growth with Jon Gruen Named CEO

Fortem Technologies, a leader in airspace awareness, security, and defense, and a Double 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has announced that Jon Gruen, the company's existing Executive Chairman will be...
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...
New SHIELD-Cyber is a Multi-Domain Defense System, offering an enhanced multilayered solution to address today’s complex drone threats from both RF control and RF silent waypoint navigation. (Courtesy of D-Fend Solutions)

D-Fend Solutions and Liteye Systems Integrate C-UAS in New SHIELD-Cyber

D-Fend Solutions, a leader in radio frequency (RF), cyber-based, counter-drone takeover technology, and a 2021 'ASTORS' Award for Best Persistent Aerial Monitoring Solution,  has announced a system integration between EnforceAir and Liteye...
TSA officers at Stewart Airport detected this handgun in a traveler’s carry-on bag on Aug. 24th. (Courtesy of the TSA)

TSA Stops Man Boarding Plane with Loaded Gun at NY Stewart Intl Airport

An officer with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which was Recognized with Multiple Awards for Excellence in the 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, prevented a man from carrying his loaded...

U.S. Army’s Future Vertical Lift Eyes Future Skies (Learn More, Multi-Video)

August 15, 2022 - In Breaking News - U.S. Army Futures Command Future conflict is likely to occur over wide areas and across multiple domains, according to recent Army assessments of the...
Dr. Ray Bassiouni, President & CEO of Acoustic Technology, Inc. (ATI Systems)

ATI Releases Next-Generation of Mass Notification Systems (MNS)

Guest Editorial by Dr. Ray Bassiouni, President, and CEO of ATI Systems Acoustic Technology, Inc. (ATI Systems), a world leader in providing Mass Notification Systems (MNS), Emergency Communication Systems (ECS), and Military...
Did you know that 99% of the world's ladder trucks cannot reach above the 7th floor? Make sure you have plans in case of an emergency so you can get out safe! HRES can help!

High Rise Escape ‘Guardian’ Returns to 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards (Videos)

High Rise Escape Systems (HRES), a recognized Winner in the Annual 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program for Five Consecutive Years, is pleased to announce the company’s Guardian Self Evacuation & Rescue...
Mobile identity has been an evolving technology in the citizen identity market for five years now. Most of the time and effort has been focused on mobile driver’s licenses, and there are many good reasons for that. However, mobile identity has developed so quickly that other use cases are now starting to emerge. It may surprise you to learn that Argentina is leading the way in deploying mobile identity for its national ID project. (Courtesy of HID Global)

Learn How to Navigate Mobile Driver’s License (mDL) Wallet Options

Guest Editorial by Jean-Baptiste Milan for HID Global  Mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) are quickly moving from promise to reality in many states across the U.S. According to the Secure Technology Alliance, the pace...