Iris ID, a provider of iris recognition technology since 1997 has secured a significant new partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS), to add over two hundred more Iris ID iCAM TD100A units to their livescan systems.
The City of New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) is pleased to announce the official launch of the NOLA Ready Public Safety App, powered by Motorola Solutions. This new mobile application is designed to enhance public safety and emergency preparedness for both residents and visitors. All individuals planning to attend major events in New Orleans, including the Super Bowl, Mardi Gras, and other large gatherings, are encouraged to download the app.
Windsor Port Authority, one of just 17 national ports created by the 1999 Canada Marine Act, has enhanced waterway safety and security across its jurisdiction on the U.S.-Canada border with state-of-the-art cameras from Axis Communications. These cameras, combined with radar solutions from Accipiter Radar Technologies Inc., provide the port with the visibility needed to prevent collisions, better detect illegal activity, and save lives along the river.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a set of recommendations for the safe and secure development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in critical infrastructure, the “Roles and Responsibilities Framework for Artificial Intelligence in Critical Infrastructure”
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes to mandate cyber risk management and reporting requirements for certain surface transportation owners and operators.
Securitas Technology, a provider of
security technology solutions, partnered with K9s United during the Global Security
Exchange (GSX) 2024 show that took place on September 23-25 in Orlando, Florida,
reinforcing its commitment to community support and those who help make the
world a safer place. As part of this collaboration, Securitas Technology has made a
significant charitable contribution to bolster K9s United’s mission.
Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced a new feature that enables law enforcement professionals to easily collect, manage, and share vehicle-based evidence captured by AutoVu Cloudrunner through the Genetec Clearance digital evidence management system (DEMS).
PureTech Systems Inc., provider geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for autonomous wide-area perimeter and border protection, is proud to announce the award of a significant government contract to help enhance U.S. National Security. This contract, effective immediately through December 31, 2025, encompasses the deployment of PureTech's autonomous real-time Command-and-Control software, PureActiv AlertView, featuring PureActiv geospatial AI-boosted video analytics.
Citing increasing national security concerns, the U.S. Commerce Department has proposed a ban on new vehicle software originating within China or Russia, and includes software within the supply chain. The ban, if approved, would take effect in 2027 for new internet-connected vehicles sold for use on U.S. public roads, including cars, trucks, and buses. It would exclude vehicles not used on public roads such as those for agriculture.
- By Joseph M. Saunders
- Oct 01, 2024
Genetec, a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced a new collaborative intelligence feature for its AutoVu Cloudrunner vehicle-centric investigation system.
PureTechSystems Inc., provider of geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for wide-area perimeter and border security, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a substantial contract to provide its technology to protect the infrastructure of an international maritime waterway. This award highlights PureTech's continued leadership in safeguarding our Nation’s critical transportation infrastructure through time-tested technology and autonomous security solutions.
The FBI released detailed data on over 14 million criminal offenses for 2023 reported to the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program by participating law enforcement agencies. More than 16,000 state, county, city, university and college, and tribal agencies, covering a combined population of 94.3% inhabitants, submitted data to the UCR Program through the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) and the Summary Reporting System.
March Networks, a provider of in cloud-based intelligent video surveillance, is excited to unveil AI Smart Search at the 2024 Global Security Exchange (GSX) trade show in Orlando, USA. This innovative feature uses generative AI to transform how businesses search and analyze video data, helping them work smarter and faster to remotely identify and fix issues across their locations.
From border security to parking lots, ALPR has gained traction across multiple use cases as the technology becomes more accurate and affordable than ever. I spoke with Jason Cook, business development director at Vaxtor, a leader in ALPR AI-based analytics, and Rui Barbosa, category manager, Surveillance Products at i-PRO, a maker of AI-enabled security cameras, to delve into the latest advancements and applications of ALPR technology. Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) has transformed significantly over the years, evolving from a niche technology into a powerful tool for a wide range of applications, particularly in border security.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 06, 2024
Genetec Inc., a provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, trecetnyl announced that Security Center 5.12 now complies with FIPS 201 and is approved by the Federal Identity Credential and Access Management (FICAM) conformance program.
Genetec Inc., a echnology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that the New Brighton Department of Public Safety in Minnesota has digitized its evidence management processes with Genetec Clearance.
84% of the US' critical infrastructure organizations have identified the use of AI to drive cyber threats as a current security concern. This dramatic rise in concern about how cybercriminals use AI is revealed in new research by cybersecurity services firm Bridewell, surveying 519 staff responsible for cybersecurity in US critical infrastructure organizations, in sectors such as civil aviation, telecommunications, energy, transport, media, financial services and water supply
It’s a known fact that government agencies across the U.S. require a higher level of security due to the amount of sensitive information they keep on file. They must maintain control over their public facilities and require more stringent security practices than the normal building. With constant risks of attempted forgery and tampering, government agencies must ensure that only authorized personnel have access to public records and their facilities. A great way to take control and bring security to the next level is investing in a fully comprehensive ID card solution. Most agencies today are implementing an ID card policy to help ensure confidential information stays private.
- By Andrew Schonzeit
- May 20, 2024
The Transportation Services and Mobility department for the city of Grand Prairie, Texas recently completed a substantial project to replace the locks on their Intelligent Traffic Cabinets with a better and more secure choice. Turns out what they needed was only a few miles away with ALCEA’s Traffic Cabinet Locking Solution powered by ABLOY technology.
Axis Communications announces plans to expand the number of network physical security products certified to FIPS 140 under the Federal Information Processing Standards. This move will improve the cybersecurity postures of Axis customers that must meet the FIPS 140 certification, specifically in the government and critical infrastructure sectors.