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Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Motive Launches AI Dashcam Plus, Powering a New Era of Edge AI Safety for Physical Operations 

Joy Finnegan

Motive, the AI platform for physical operations, has launched AI Dashcam Plus, a first-of-its-kind dash cam that brings improved AI capabilities, hands-free communication, and reliability together in one unified device using edge AI designed to detect risk faster and prevent more collisions. Powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490 processor, it delivers three times more AI processing power…

Apstec Systems To Launch AI-Driven High-Throughput Discriminative Metal Detection System

Bruno Duarte

Apstec Merlin – The New Standard for Non-invasive Security Screening to Detect Metallic Threats Stockholm – Dubai, January 9, 2026 – Apstec Systems® (Apstec®) continues to deliver the Future of Security Screening, announcing today the launch of its new AI-driven discriminative metal detection system, Apstec Merlin, at Intersec Dubai (The World’s Leading Safety, Security and…

Ipsotek Launches VISuite Core to Transform Scalable AI-Video Analytics Deployments

Joy Finnegan

Ipsotek, an Eviden business, today announced the launch of VISuite Core, a new AI-Video Analytics solution built around a carefully curated set of pre-built capabilities designed to address high-value use cases across large-scale deployments. Informed by extensive analysis of real-world operational environments, the solution is engineered to deliver measurable return on investment, regulatory compliance, and cost reductions. Developed…

ATG Access to Showcase Live Automatic Bollard Demonstrations at Intersec Dubai

Joy Finnegan

ATG Access, the UK manufacturer of hostile vehicle mitigation systems, will exhibit at this year’s Intersec Dubai, taking place from 12–14 January, where the company will present live demonstrations of two of its flagship automatic bollard systems.  Visitors to stand S3 E30 will have the opportunity to see the SP400 Automatic 80 and the SP400…

Intersec 2026 to highlight the importance of early embedded security in Gulf megaproject resilience

Bruno Duarte

The importance of early-stage security design, multi-stakeholder coordination, and alignment between technology, people and processes to be highlighted The Intersec 2026 International Security Leaders’ Summit will bring together global leaders to share best practices, benchmark innovations, and shape the next generation of integrated security strategies worldwide Intersec 2026 takes place from 12-14 January at the…

Leidos and Quadridox Partner to Make Baggage Screening More Accurate and Efficient

Joy Finnegan

By integrating their computed tomography (CT) and X-ray diffraction imaging (XRDI) systems into a new offering, Leidos and Quadridox are developing an advanced checked baggage screening technology aimed at increasing security while keeping luggage moving quickly during the screening process. The new agreement combines Leidos’ Examiner 3DX CT with Quadridox’s DELPHI XRDI technology. By leveraging the…

E3 Compression Latch with Visual Iindicator Now Available in Zinc

Bruno Duarte

Those prioritizing safety and security now have a cost-effective latching option. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Visual Indicator is now available in zinc. The latch features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when open, so users can tell if the latch is secure with a quick glance. This offering further…

Tesla Being Investigated for Mad Max Mode

Tesla Being Investigated for Mad Max Mode

Joy Finnegan

Tesla’s new “Mad Max” mode for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, which allows for more aggressive driving and higher speeds, is facing federal scrutiny from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA is investigating the mode due to safety concerns, especially after reports of it violating speed limits and its launch amid existing…

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

James McKenna

New drugs, routes and tricks spur operators and vendors toward smarter, faster, safer devices. Air, ground, maritime and rail operators as well as enforcement officials face rapid changes in drug smugglers’ tactics, while detection vendors that support them are refining technology — including artificial intelligence (AI) — for products to help foil the crooks. Tougher…

Dealing with Insider Threats

Dealing with Insider Threats

James Careless

Insider threats are one of the most insidious dangers to face the transportation industry. This is because of the element of betrayal and surprise associated with them. The reason: “Insider threats are risks that originate from trusted individuals, namely employees, contractors, or third parties who have legitimate access to an organization’s systems, data, and infrastructure,”…

Biometrics at Borders

Biometrics at Borders

Mario Pierobon

Improving security across borders but privacy concerns persist. Biometric technologies are changing the way people move across borders, redefining both passenger convenience and security assurance. Facial recognition and multimodal biometric systems are integral to airport operations worldwide. From automated eGates to digital identity credentials, these systems are accelerating passenger throughput while reinforcing border integrity. Yet,…

Decreasing Cargo Theft with Advanced Security

Decreasing Cargo Theft with Advanced Security

Mark Robins

Today’s cargo security better protects valuable freight and is vital to the supply chain. Cargo security is a critical element in the supply chain ensuring the safe and secure transportation of goods. Cargo theft increases costs to businesses and creates dissatisfied customers who don’t receive their products. Cargo must be maximally protected to safeguard contents…