TSA to Test New Checkpoint Detector Systems
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration has ordered advanced software and hardware for uncovering liquid explosives and other threats.
The systems, which can be retrofitted into...
Airport Security: The State that’s Lagging Behind
In a bid to strengthen its measures against terrorism and hijacking, Japan will require airline passengers to undergo security checks before boarding, and intends...
More Extensive Counter-Drone Policy Due to Increasing Drone Threat
There are over 800,000 registered drones in the US, according to news agencies. The US Administration is seeking expanded powers to detect and disable...
Critical Infrastructure Targeted by Cyber Attack
While cyber attacks often stay at the non-physical cyber world, some of them can attack industrial control systems and cause physical damage. It is...
Dual-Use Radiation Detection Tech Unveiled
Current portable radiation detectors are fragile, bulky and expensive. A research team from the University of Texas at Dallas developed a cheaper and more...
US Cyber Attack – State Dept. Gets Low Rate
The U.S. State Department was recently hit by a cyber-attack and notifications of a “possible serious breach” were issued, a Fox News reporter tweeted...
US Hardening Flight Security Sanctions
The U.S. is considering the expansion of flight security sanctions. A high-level delegation from the Department of Homeland Security will brief European allies in...
Fast Draw – The threat from Lebanon
Hezbollah's open preparations for another round against Israel are extremely worrying. They are not only worrying due to the dozens of rockets the terror...
Airport Runway Maintenance – By Drones
Unmanned aerial vehicles have effectively helped airports control bird migration, conduct construction and maintenance surveys, and calibrate equipment.
A drone has been used for data...
Security flaws found in body X-ray scanners used in U.S gov’t...
A team of university researchers said, in lab tests, they were able to hide firearms and other contraband from full-body, backscatter X-ray machines that...
Interconnectivity – Even In Security
The Internet of Things, or IoT, is made up of interconnected sensors and devices networked with computers. Alongside consumer devices like smartwatches etc, many...
Register Now to INNOTECH Cyber, HLS and Innovation Event
iHLS is proud to present INNOTECH 2021 - the International Cyber, Homeland Security Technologies and Innovation event. A giant two-day exhibition with national pavilions...
Railway Projects – Next Potential Role for Drones
UAVs have been making the process of capturing and monitoring rail information safer, cheaper and faster worldwide. The ability to view an accurate digital...
Polar Ice Breaking – Another Homeland Security Mission
Enhanced icebreaking capabilities are considered to be a US national security imperative as well as important for maintaining shipping lanes through the Arctic region....
Budget Cuts in US Airport Security Programs
The proposed wall along the US-Mexico border has been causing budget cuts in other crucial areas. Three airport security programs put in place after...
Identifying Terrorists in Crowds – Innovative Tech Sought
Detecting and identifying suspects in crowds has become increasingly important in the fight against terrorist threats. The UK government has decided to advance the...
Counter-Drone Technology Ready for Paris Olympics in 2024
France has been testing an anti-drone laser system for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
The French Directorate General of Armaments demonstrated the destruction of a...
New Kind of Security Checkup Tested in Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is testing technologies to modernize the travel experience and help people stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SEA Spot Saver is...
Advanced Scanners Developed for Airport Passenger Screening
The Procurement Office of the German Federal Ministry of the Interior signed a framework agreement with Rohde & Schwarz for 300 R&S QPS200 security...
Major Marine Surveillance Contracts Signed
The global surveillance company, Synectics, which designs end-to-end integrated security and surveillance solutions for gaming, oil and gas, marine, transport, infrastructure and public space...
CT Scans – Not Only for The Healthcare Sector
A new luggage-scanning technology that increases security and speeds the screening lines in airports may be on the way. The US Transportation Security Administration...
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This Laser-Powered Tech Could Help Build Smarter 6G Networks
Future wireless networks are expected to handle far more than faster internet speeds. Emerging 6G concepts aim to combine communications with sensing and AI-driven...
