The Security Industry Association will host its annual public policy and government security technology conference in Washington, D.C., this May.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Apr 16, 2026
Retired Maj. Gen. William J. Walker honored for distinguished military and federal law enforcement career.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Apr 15, 2026
The new unit will manage national security risks involving artificial intelligence and space security.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Mar 25, 2026
Mariah Rimbert joins the security solutions provider to lead growth across the U.S. West Coast and Midwest.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Mar 17, 2026
Federal intelligence suggests sea-based unmanned aerial vehicle strikes are being considered as retaliation for the ongoing Middle East conflict.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Mar 12, 2026
The administration’s six-pillar plan prioritizes offensive operations, zero-trust architecture, and private sector coordination to defend networks.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Mar 10, 2026
The Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the organization’s way of assessing defense contractor compliance with existing information safeguarding requirements for federal contract information and controlled unclassified information (CUI). As the latest iteration, CMMC 2.0 streamlines the framework into three cybersecurity levels and aligns the requirements of each one with well-established National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards. However, applicable parties must familiarize themselves with a recent obligation.
As cities face rising demands for smarter policing and faster emergency response, Real Time Crime Centers (RTCCs) are emerging as essential hubs for data-driven public safety. In this interview, two experts with deep field experience — Ross Bourgeois of New Orleans and Dean Cunningham of Axis Communications — draw on decades of operational, leadership and technology expertise to share how RTCCs are transforming public safety through innovation, interagency collaboration and a relentless focus on community impact.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 17, 2025
PureTech Systems, a provider of AI-boosted geospatial video analytics and command-and-control solutions, announced its role in a joint effort with Clear Align to deliver a rapidly deployable perimeter security solution for the U.S. Air Force’s Tactical Security System (TSS).
A community-supported video security initiative has transformed public safety in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The citizen-led collaboration demonstrates how open platform video technology can help revitalize struggling urban areas.
Verkada, a provider in AI-powered physical security technology, today announced it has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) ‘In Process’ designation for Verkada Command in AWS GovCloud and is now listed on the FedRAMP marketplace.
The ongoing acceptance of AI and advanced data analytics has allowed surveillance camera technology to shift from being a tactical tool to a strategic business solution. Combining traditional surveillance technology with AI-based data-driven insights can streamline transportation systems, enhance traffic management, improve situational awareness, optimize resource allocation and streamline emergency response procedures.
- By Zareh Megerdoonian
- Jul 30, 2025
The Utah Communications Authority (UCA), which oversees the state’s next generation 911 technology services, recently announced that public safety answering points (PSAPs) throughout the state plan to implement Motorola Solutions’ Virtual Response technology to automate the receipt and resolution of 10-digit non-emergency line calls in Utah with the help of AI.
KnowBe4, the cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, recently released new research highlighting the critical cybersecurity challenges facing state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments. The report details how government organizations have become prime targets for cybercriminals while simultaneously facing severe resource constraints.
Genetec Inc., the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced the integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner™, its vehicle-centric investigation system (VCIS), with the SaferWatch real-time alerting and reporting platform. Initially developed for the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement, the integration brings together Cloudrunner’s vehicle search capabilities and SaferWatch’s live communication tools into a single platform, enhancing how public safety agencies and communities coordinate in real time during incidents involving vehicles of interest.
Ferroport, which operates the iron ore terminal at the Port of Açu in São João da Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has deployed state-of-the-art video surveillance cameras from Axis Communications to enhance nighttime security and visibility, while decreasing environmental impact and prioritizing sustainability. With cutting-edge technology, the port now has precise surveillance cameras that capture high-quality nighttime images, while reducing the amount of artificial lighting that negatively impacts the surrounding ecosystem.
On the evening of Oct. 29, 2024, the owner of 300 Guard based in Houston, was shot while on duty at a convenience store. He returned fire. He was wearing a plated vest and thankfully recovered in the hospital.
Everon LLC, a leading security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions in the United States, has announced its award of a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract in the state and local government category.
Security Today is pleased to announce the 2025 winners in The Govies Government Security Awards. The awards honor outstanding government security products in a variety of categories.
The evolution of urban environments is being reshaped by the convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and open platform VMS. As cities worldwide grapple with growing populations and increasing operational complexities, these integrated technologies are emerging as powerful tools for creating more livable, efficient, and secure urban spaces.
- By Mark Johnson
- Mar 11, 2025