CBP urges all international visitors to ensure they possess the appropriate U.S. travel visa for the purpose of their visit
The strategy establishes a clear vision and concrete actions that will improve DHS’s efforts to safeguard our northern border against terrorist and criminal threats
Strong nosed K-9s help police sniff out electronics.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jun 14, 2018
The impact of updates to policy and specifications for the expanded use of standards-based technologies on securing identity and access in government was a leading theme throughout the two-day event.
- By Randy Vanderhoof
- Jun 13, 2018
Pentagon officials said that over the next three years it will be responsible for background investigations for military and civilian employees and contractors.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jun 05, 2018
The $717 billion defense-policy bill is the latest move against Chinese technology on the basis of national security concerns.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jun 01, 2018
The recently released research attributes the large jump to the addition of artificial intelligence and analytics to video surveillance cameras and systems.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 31, 2018
Uber is adding security and safety features to its mobile app to help users feel safe while ride-sharing.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 30, 2018
New Jersey is beefing up security across the state, including a focus on the seaside area.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 30, 2018
DHS works to create cybersecurity plan that encompasses all data.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 16, 2018
Using a robust, web-based ID software to create credentials with high-security features for a community’s public employees
Smartphones fulfill many needs, including telephone, camera, navigation, music, video, clock, news, calculator, email, internet, gaming, contacts, and more.
- By Scott Lindley
- May 01, 2018
With society facing new challenges, such as the changing nature of crime and pressure on police time, our cities are being forced to update their security responses to ensure they remain safe.
- By Peter Jones
- May 01, 2018
Whether you’re a government, corporate or nonprofit organization the enemy of security operation is surprise. Surprise causes losses: losses in revenue, losses in operational agility and even loss of life.
- By John Goolgasian
- May 01, 2018
In Sinaloa, Mexico, the state’s government views enhancing public safety and security as priority number one. Sinaloa’s climate and terrain are perfect for supporting its booming agricultural and industrial economy, and this prosperity is dependent on effective law enforcement efforts that combat the influence of powerful drug cartels entrenched within the region.
- By Margie Gurwin
- May 01, 2018
When we talk about government security, the first thoughts are of the federal government. It is true that the federal government is bloated and somewhat mismanaged, but let’s talk about security on the grander scale; safe cities and even safer schools.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- May 01, 2018
Connected or smart devices in or on buildings, vehicles, and even people include software, mobile apps, sensors, and network connectivity used to collect and exchange data.
- By Christa Miller
- May 01, 2018
Technology marches ever forward, lockstep with ‘Moore’s Law.’ However, the influx of technological change affects different industries in different ways.
- By Andy Newbom
- Apr 01, 2018
Package bombs left on porches in Texas have killed two people and wounded two more.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 19, 2018
President Donald Trump announced via Twitter that Gina Haspel would be taking the place of Mike Pompeo.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 14, 2018
Technology marches ever forward, lockstep with ‘Moore’s Law.’ However, the influx of technological change affects different industries in different ways.
- By Andy Newbom
- Mar 14, 2018
President Trump unveiled a school safety plan on Sunday.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 13, 2018
The FBI gives basic steps to mitigate the threat of W-2 theft.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 08, 2018
An NSA spokesman said the incident is under control.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Feb 14, 2018
Washington state’s new cannabis-tracking system was hacked the weekend of Feb. 3, according to the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB). Among other information, the hacker stole route information associated with four days of marijuana deliveries.
- By Jessica Davis
- Feb 12, 2018
Security personnel will be on the lookout for suspicious drones during the Winter Olympics in South Korea.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Feb 05, 2018
Two IEDs detonated at Eagle Ridge Mall in Lake Wales, Florida.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jan 23, 2018
On Saturday, people in Hawaii received an emergency notification warning of an imminent nuclear missile attack.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jan 17, 2018
Use of personal cellphones by White House staffers and guests will be banned in the West Wing, the Trump Administration said Thursday.
- By Jessica Davis
- Jan 05, 2018
The White House has publicly blamed North Korea for the WannaCry ransomware attack earlier this year that locked more than 300,000 computers in 150 countries.
- By Jessica Davis
- Dec 20, 2017
President Trump declared a new national security strategy in a document and speech on Monday, focusing on “America First.”
The House approved a bill Wednesday that would allow gun owners with concealed carry permits from one state to carry their firearm in another state where it is also legal.
- By Jessica Davis
- Dec 08, 2017
The bill comes in the wake of news that Uber handled a breach affecting as many as 57 million consumers by paying the hackers $100,000 in exchange for their silence.
- By Jessica Davis
- Dec 05, 2017
Should more parishioners carry guns in church? Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says yes, because as he sees it: “This is going to happen again.”
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Dec 01, 2017
As video manufacturers have been driven to differentiate themselves in the marketplace, high-end surveillance technologies have become accessible to a much broader customer base. One technology of note is thermal imaging.
- By John Distelzweig
- Dec 01, 2017
The Trump Administration released a new 14-page charter Wednesday detailing the Vulnerabilities Equities Process (VEP), which the federal government uses to determine if, how and when it tells private companies about zero-day security flaws.
- By Jessica Davis
- Nov 17, 2017
The temporary deactivation Thursday of the personal Twitter account of President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump, by a customer support employee on their last day of employment has raised questions about Twitter’s internal security.
- By Jessica Davis
- Nov 06, 2017
New "security interviews" to begin for fliers on U.S. bound flights.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Oct 26, 2017
Construction crews broke ground two weeks ago to build eight prototypes for the Trump Administration's Border Wall.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Oct 18, 2017
DHS will issue a "binding directive" which will require the implementaion of security measures for email.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Oct 18, 2017
There is more than one reason why emergency vehicles have lights and sirens. Several years ago, there was a campaign by the Ohio state fire marshal which was, “Move right for lights and sirens.” This makes a lot of sense, allowing emergency response to get where they need to be with minimum interference.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Oct 01, 2017
Doing business with the government—federal, state or even local—can be very difficult. The regulations, the paperwork, the unique needs and buying cycles are all tough requirements that have to be met. It can make for a complicated scene, but it’s also a vitally important business that can be financially rewarding despite the challenges.
- By Lindsay Page
- Oct 01, 2017
Vehicle ramming attacks are on the rise in the United States and abroad. Already in 2017, there have been no less than seven major attacks worldwide resulting in 24 people dead and another 153 injured.
- By Scott Espensen
- Oct 01, 2017
Today, cloud applications are all the rage and for good reason. The cloud allows us to work and play in ways that are so much more productive and engaging.
- By Nicholas Maier
- Oct 01, 2017
The city of Hartford, Conn., first began expanding and upgrading its surveillance capabilities in 2013 with a new Public Safety Complex and police headquarters. The city enlisted Vulcan Security Technologies to implement a new IP video system that could expand to include hundreds of cameras.
- By Courtney Pedersen
- Oct 01, 2017
In the United States, technology has become the essential force multiplier. With nearly 6,000 miles of border with the neighboring north and south, it would be impossible to hire enough border personnel to protect every mile.
- By John Merlino
- Oct 01, 2017
The mobile ID revolution is gathering pace, but not everyone has a smartphone today, and many citizens prefer to carry a physical card. How do government agencies manage this transition from physical to mobile, and ensure they can issue both cards and mobile ID at the same time?
- By Steve Warne
- Oct 01, 2017
"It is equivalent to the Super Bowl of security."
Gerald R. Ford International Airport has received a total of $3.8 million for security upgrades.
In big cities and even in smaller communities, the threat of radiation is real. The consequences of a “dirty bomb” explosion could be significant, for the crowd at the venue and for communities miles beyond.
- By Scott Masiella
- Sep 01, 2017
The Trump administration will unveil a new plan to lift a controversial ban on the transfer of surplus military gear to police departments, rolling back an Obama administration executive order issued three years ago.
After an ambush shooting outside a courthouse in Steubenville, Ohio, lands a judge in the hospital, neighboring Belmont County is rethinking security standards.
Over the weekend protesters and counter protesters clashed in Charlottesville, Virginia, leading to violent clashes and a deadly vehicle attack.
The Secret Service will be looking at whether unmanned aerial vehicles could be useful in the protection of the president.
Local and federal authorities in Brixby, Oklahoma are investigating an explosion at the entry way of an Air Force recruiting office.
Remembering the deadliest day for police since 9/11.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jul 07, 2017
HID Global announced that it has acquired Arjo Systems SAS.
Network thermal cameras were first introduced to the security market in 2010 filling a critical detection gap in network video systems.
- By Anthony Incorvati
- Jul 01, 2017
Government websites in Ohio, Maryland and New York were targeted.
Authorities believe the stabbing of an airport officer was an “act of terrorism.”