When every second counts you need a reliable and trusted communications network. VIDL is an accessible satellite link for voice and data situational awareness (SA) communications suitable for when you need it most. (Courtesy of Parraid, LLC)

Meet VIDL: Parraid’s New Affordable Emergency Response Com System

Parraid, a leading-edge technology innovator that develops next-generation aerospace and ground tactical applications for secure communications, has launched the Vector Iridium Data Link (VIDL). VIDL is an affordable military-grade tactical secure connectivity...
The Transportation Security Administration will roll out new, futuristic scanners at airport checkpoints capable of detecting prohibited items and maybe even speeding up the screening process. (Courtesy of the TSA)

TSA Getting Futuristic Scanners to Help Get Through Security Faster

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which was recognized with a Platinum Award in the 2021 'ASTORS' Awards Program for 'Excellence in National Security for Traveler Security Management,' has awarded two orders...
For a limited time, all active duty Future Sailors who leave for boot camp before June 30 are guaranteed at least a $25K bonus regardless of job. Some will qualify for multiple bonuses for up to $50K. (Courtesy of U.S. Navy and Facebook)

U.S. Navy Offering $25,000 Enlistment Bonus to ALL New Enlistees (Videos)

The United States Navy Recruiting Command just announced they are offering an enlistment bonus of $25,000 to anyone who enlists in the U.S. Navy Active Duty. The Navy is the only U.S....
DedroneRapidResponse is the first portable/mobile detection unit that detects, identifies, and locates nearly 300 different drone types, pinpointing the drone, shows if it's carrying a suspicious load, and also pinpoints the location of the pilot.

DedroneRapidResponse 1 of 2 Nominated in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Dedrone, a market leader in smart airspace security, and a 2021 Platinum 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Airport/Aviation Security Solution, is pleased to announce the company's new portable detection...
Genasys Emergency Management and Zonehaven Evacuation Solutions are Helping to Protect More than 10 Million U.S. Residents

Genasys Wins Critical Comm & Evac SaaS Contracts Across Six U.S. States

Genasys Inc., a global leader in critical communications systems and solutions that help protect and keep people safe, and a Double Award Winner in the 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program,...
The TSI-3000 Mobile Analyzer developed by 2018 'ASTORS' Award Winner Teknoscan Systems, Inc. allows for large numbers of people to be effectively and quickly screened for COVID-19 with no need for expensive, consumable reagents. (Courtesy of Teknoscan)

TeknoScan COVID Detect Breathalyzer Nominated in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a contagious disease caused by a virus,  emerged in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, and has since spread worldwide, leading to the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 can be severe and...
Newest Competitor in the 2021 'ASTORS' Awards Program, Patriot One Technologies proudly announces the company's SmartGateway™ Solution has been selected by Oak View Group to protect Austin’s New Venue, Moody Center

New ‘ASTORS’ Competitor Patriot One to Protect Austin’s New Moody Center

Patriot One Technologies, a New Multi-Award Competitor in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has been selected by the Oak View Group for their newest Multi-Sensor Gateway, SmartGateway™ solution to protect...
The Vector Iridium Data Link (VIDL) is an exciting new product that provides secure, available and reliable two-way voice and data to customers who may find themselves in places that have no cellular coverage … anywhere in the world

Parraid’s Vector Iridium Data Link to Compete in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Parraid, a leading-edge technology innovator that develops next-generation aerospace and ground tactical applications for secure communications, is pleased to announce its Vector Iridium Data Link (VIDL). has been Nominated to Compete...
Honored in the 2021 'ASTORS' Awards Ceremony and Luncheon Commissioner Bill Bratton Executive Chairman, of TENEO Risk Advisory; Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC National Security Solutions; and Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Coast Guard Vice Admiral (Rtd) David Pekoske.

AST Extends 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Early Entry Discount – by Popular Demand

In response to the unprecedented requests of New and Returning Clients, American Security Today (AST) has decided to extend our early entry deadline for our 2022 AST Homeland Security Awards Program...
Volkan Gogebakan, 31, was flown from El Paso to Turkey on a commercial flight. Upon arrival on Friday at the Istanbul Airport, Gogebakan was turned over to Turkish officials. (Courtesy of ICE)

ICE El Paso Removes Turkey National with Ties to Terrorism from US Soil

On Thursday, April 21st, 2022 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), which was recognized in the 2020 'ASTORS' Awards Program for 'Excellence in Homeland Security', removed...