DHS S&T’s OpEx Program connects homeland security end users, technology innovators, and the interagency community to assess cutting-edge technology in operational settings and facilitate technology demonstrations for homeland security operators. Keep Reading
In support of United States Coast Guard (USCG) missions, the Language Translator solicitation seeks capabilities that facilitate communication in real time with non-English speakers and those who are unable to communicate verbally. Keep Reading
As the number of cybersecurity threats to our nation’s commercial and government organizations increase, there is a critical need to implement new and effective information sharing tools. Keep Reading
Officials from six agencies that work with State on cyber diplomacy efforts told GAO that State did not inform or involve them in the development of its plan to establish the new bureau. Keep Reading
Two buildings totaling over 150,000 square feet will be constructed on the 20-acre campus and will be purpose-built for unmanned systems prototyping, production and testing. Keep Reading
All four industry partners in the Wildfire Sensor Technology effort have progressed to Phase II. The new effort was announced earlier this year, and while it is typical for the Phase I evaluation process to weed out a few less promising prototypes, all of these inventions impressed. Keep Reading
The Virtual Industry Days will give industry representatives the opportunity to share the latest technological developments and innovative solutions related to border control and showcase their products and services to the end user community. Keep Reading
Materna IPS GmbH has introduced a system that allows passengers to operate self bag drop units using a smartphone. Keep Reading
“TSA is fortunate to have a dedicated laboratory to test new and emerging technologies," Pekoske said. "In short order, advanced screening technologies have become a top priority for us as a response to the pandemic." Keep Reading
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that 15 more schools have been selected to participate in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative (UAS-CTI). Keep Reading
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is seeking solutions to the communications challenge of encountering weak radio or cellular coverage while conducting life-saving operations. Keep Reading
Any advance notice of flood risks and the ability for emergency management agencies to appropriately plan is vital to saving lives and protecting property. Keep Reading
Customs and Border Protection's Office of Field Operations launched a website this month intended to foster transparency with stakeholders and the public about their biometrics entry/exit program. Keep Reading
This is an excellent opportunity for innovators and industry to learn more about current research and development efforts specific to S&T’s Detection Canine topics, and how to use the Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) program to work with S&T! Keep Reading
The two countries discussed policy approaches critical to supporting: 5G security; the free flow of data; public trust in artificial intelligence; emerging technologies; innovation; and the digital economy. Keep Reading
It will assist new and existing state, local, tribal and territorial alerting authorities to create and support an effective program for alerts, warnings and notifications. Keep Reading
While the use of facial recognition and related technology in airports and other security checkpoints can provide less physical contact and potentially fewer infections during the pandemic, it may also increase the attack surface of a new target. Keep Reading
CSAC recently conducted similar efforts for Hurricane Laura. Following the storm’s landfall on August 27, FEMA/IMAAC and CST representatives contacted CSAC about a chemical fire and a report of a potential chlorine release at Biolab in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Keep Reading
The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking airport operators interested in hosting a counter-drone test and evaluation effort to respond to a solicitation before October 22, 2020. Keep Reading
As we reflect on the impacts of September 11th on our present and future, we at Homeland Security Today urge you to operationalize the pledge to never forget: To recognize the evolving and changing nature of the threats to our people and way of life, and to work to be part of the solution. To work to solve problems instead of creating more victims. To unite as Americans against those who wish to harm us. And, perhaps most importantly, to recognize that the consequences of just one successful attack are more than we are willing to tolerate. Keep Reading