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...
Get wide-area intrusion protection and reliable 24/7 detection with a fusion of two powerful technologies: video and radar. The AXIS Q1656-DLE Radar-Video Fusion Camera provides state-of-the-art deep learning-powered object classification for next-level detection and visualization.

New Axis Cameras Score Three Nominations in 2023 ‘ASTORS’

Axis Communications, a Triple 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Champion, is pleased to announce its AXIS Q1656-DLE Radar-Video Fusion Camera is one of three Innovative New Products Nominated to Compete in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland...
IrisAccess® is the world’s leading deployed iris recognition platform and in thousands of locations authenticating the identities of millions of persons world-wide.

Iris ID Allows Fortune 100 Companies Cutting-Edge Iris Biometric Solutions

Iris ID, a 25-year global leader in iris recognition technology, who took home the 2022 Gold 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award for Best Facial/Iris Recognition System, continues to experience outstanding success in...
LRAD 450XL The Loudest, Longest Range Midsize Acoustic Hailing Device Ideal for Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Defense, Border and Homeland Security, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Fire Rescue, Emergency Management, Maritime and Port Security Applications, and More.,

Genasys Secures $10.7M U.S. Army Acoustic Hailing Follow-On Award

Genasys, a global leader in protective communications solutions, and a Double Winner in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has announced a $10.7 million follow-on LRAD® 450XL acoustic hailing devices (AHD) order from...
Extremely light, the combat-proven, pocket-sized Black Hornet from Teledyne FLIR Defense, transmits thermal and live video and HD still images to the operator, equipping the non-specialist dismounted soldier with immediate covert situational awareness (SA).

‘ASTORS’ Champion to Supply 1,000 Black Hornet Nano-Drones to Ukraine

Teledyne FLIR, the 2022 Platinum 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Mobile Surveillance ISR Solution for the company's LVSS ADA Counter-UAS, has announced it will produce Black Hornet® 3 Personal Airborne...
Protect Your Organization Today Learn how you can safeguard your people, facilities and operations from all of the threats you face today, with Omnilert Visual Gun Detection.

Omnilert Newest Competitor in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

The rise in active shooter situations has caused many to explore existing gun detection technologies and what’s most effective for their organization. Omnilert, a leader in active shooter and emergency notification solutions,...
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 HEXWAVE product from Liberty Defense screens for all types of concealed weapons and other threats using 3D imaging and Artificial Intelligence for enhanced security to process people quickly and effectively, in all types of venues both indoor and outdoor.

Liberty Defense Nominated to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Liberty Defense Technologies, a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons, who took home a 2022 Gold 'ASTORS' Award for Best Metal/Weapons Detection Solution, is pleased...
As President of NEC NSS, Dr. Kiernan is responsible for the design and implementation of an identity management eco-system, including world-class multi-modal biometrics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and computer vision applications for federal government agencies in defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security agencies.

IBIA Welcomes NEC NSS President Dr. Kiernan as New Board Member

The membership of International Biometrics + Identity Association (IBIA) recently held its 2023 election cycle for the its board of directors, where four candidates were unanimously elected, three incumbents and one...
“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'...