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The Assembly Las Vegas by ACAMS will Feature 130+ Experts to Provide Insights on the Future of Financial Crime Prevention, Including Fraud, AI, Crypto and Gaming

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Friday, September 13, 2024

To address these urgent threats, ACAMS, a leading global organization dedicated to combating illicit finance, will convene AFC experts in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 23-25.

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  • To address these urgent threats, ACAMS, a leading global organization dedicated to combating illicit finance, will convene AFC experts in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 23-25.
  • The Assembly Las Vegas 2024 will cover the latest compliance priorities and regulatory developments, including the convergence of fraud and anti-money laundering (AML), advancements in AI and cryptocurrency, and how to form successful public-private partnerships.
  • Attendees will gain insights from over 100 of the industry's leading experts from law enforcement, regulatory bodies and the private sector.
  • "During the Assembly Las Vegas, we will explore the latest methodologies for combating financial crime, from behavioral analytics in fraud detection to the integration of artificial intelligence in compliance frameworks.

ParaZero Received First Order for its Advanced Counter Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Solution from Global Leading Tier-1 Defense Company

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Friday, September 13, 2024

TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) (the "company” or “ParaZero”), an aerospace company specializing in drone safety systems for defense and commercial drones and for urban air mobility aircraft, today announced it has received its first order for its innovative Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems solution from a global leading Tier-1 defense customer.

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  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) (the "company” or “ParaZero”), an aerospace company specializing in drone safety systems for defense and commercial drones and for urban air mobility aircraft, today announced it has received its first order for its innovative Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems solution from a global leading Tier-1 defense customer.
  • ParaZero announced earlier this year its intention to enter the counter unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS or anti-drone) market, by developing dedicated solutions based on its advanced technology and patents.
  • The C-UAS solution utilizes ParaZero’s unique proprietary technology, offering an advanced platform for mitigating potential threats posed by rogue or hostile drones.
  • "We are thrilled to have secured our first order from a Tier-1 leading defense customer for our C-UAS solution," said Boaz Shetzer, CEO of ParaZero.

Consumer Watchdog Report Shows That Less Than 1% of Californians Exercise Privacy Rights with Data Brokers

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite the strongest state laws in the nation empowering consumers to take control of their personal information, less than 1 percent of Californians have exercised their rights with major data brokers in 2023, according to a report by Consumer Watchdog analyzing new California data broker reporting requirements.

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  • Consumer Watchdog broke down the opt out numbers of some of the biggest data brokers in the world: Experian, Acxiom, and LiveRamp.
  • "Consumers are at a greater risk for identity theft with data brokers, but they don't have a simple way to opt out," said Justin Kloczko, tech and privacy advocate for Consumer Watchdog.
  • Data brokers also collect first-party data, not just third-party data, said the advocacy group.
  • Data brokers may have a lower profile than other companies that vacuum up data like Facebook or Google, but t hey know more

MetAlert Signs Memorandum of Understanding with American Rounds, LLC

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

As part of the MOU, MetAlert and American Rounds will further advance responsible gun ownership and gun safety.

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  • As part of the MOU, MetAlert and American Rounds will further advance responsible gun ownership and gun safety.
  • American Rounds currently operates in Texas, Oklahoma and Alabama with plans to expand to other states by mid-2025 with further expansion through 2026.
  • “At our core American Rounds is committed to the creation of a safer environment for all communities while standing firm behind the 2nd amendment.
  • GunAlert has strong support from the 2A community, Law Enforcement, and non-profits like The American Legion / Be the One and WTTA.

Mark43 survey reveals California residents want modern public safety technology for stronger disaster readiness, cyber defense and community safety

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

Yet more than a third (35%) said they do not believe their local public safety agencies get adequate funding to prioritize implementing the needed technology.

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  • Yet more than a third (35%) said they do not believe their local public safety agencies get adequate funding to prioritize implementing the needed technology.
  • “California residents strongly support investing in the technology that first responders need to protect their communities.
  • California residents voiced their strong support for using real-time and cloud-native technology.
  • Nearly three-fourths (73%) of residents expressed concern about cyberattacks impacting public safety agencies’ data and records management.

Most Educational Organizations Paid More Than the Original Ransom Demand, Says Sophos Survey

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

In addition, the survey states that 55% of lower education respondents and 67% of higher education respondents paid more than the initial demand.

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  • In addition, the survey states that 55% of lower education respondents and 67% of higher education respondents paid more than the initial demand.
  • Sixty-three percent of lower education organizations and 66% of higher education organizations were hit by ransomware attacks – down from 80% and 79%, respectively.
  • Twenty-two percent of lower education organizations that had data encrypted said the data was also stolen, together with 18% in higher education.
  • As a result, 64% of lower education organizations and 66% of higher education organizations benefitted from advice about dealing with the attack.

Joint Press Statement on the occasion of the official visit of Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson to Egypt

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Wednesday, September 11, 2024

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  • On 9 September 2024, Ylva Johansson, European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Badr Abdelatty, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates, met in Cairo and they discussed ways to further deepen the cooperation between the European Union and Egypt in the field of migration.
  • Commissioner Johansson also welcomed Egypt's efforts in managing migration, and combating cross-border criminal networks involved in trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling.
  • They also discussed how to increase support to voluntary returns of irregular migrants from Egypt to their countries of origin.

Superintendent Tom Horne expands school safety partnership in Arizona with Off Duty Management

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024

PHOENIX, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Off Duty Management is working with Arizona Department of Education to help place armed police officers in schools, called School Safety Officers, to supplement Arizona’s School Resource Officer program.

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  • PHOENIX, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Off Duty Management is working with Arizona Department of Education to help place armed police officers in schools, called School Safety Officers, to supplement Arizona’s School Resource Officer program.
  • State schools superintendent Tom Horne has extended the Department of Education’s agreement with Off Duty Management through 2026 at multiple schools in six counties as part of Horne’s goal to make sure students, educators and staff are protected by armed and uniformed School Safety Officers.
  • The company works directly with local law enforcement agencies and school districts to fill vacant School Safety Officer positions.
  • More than 700 officers are trained and eligible for School Safety Officer assignments in participating Arizona school districts.”

Vislink to Debut DragonFly V and INCAM-GV Transmitters at IBC 2024

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Mt. Olive, New Jersey, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vislink Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: VISL), a global leader in live video capture, delivery, and management for the media, entertainment, law enforcement, and defense sectors, is set to showcase its cutting-edge solutions at IBC 2024, offering an exciting glimpse into the future of live production. Broadcast professionals can visit Vislink at Hall 1, Stand C52, to experience immersive product displays, live presentations, and real-time video demos designed to help them succeed in the rapidly evolving live broadcast landscape.

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  • Featured innovations will include:
    Hybrid IP/COFDM transmission solutions for robust, flexible workflows
    One of the most anticipated highlights at IBC 2024 is the European debut of Vislink’s latest wireless transmitters — the DragonFly V and INCAM-GV.
  • The DragonFly V, Vislink’s smallest miniature HEVC HDR COFDM transmitter, is designed to deliver real-time, high-quality video from Point-of-View (PoV) cameras, UAVs, and body-worn devices.
  • “IBC 2024 is a key show for broadcasters across live sports, news, and entertainment,” said Mickey Miller, CEO of Vislink.
  • To book a meeting with Vislink at IBC, please contact us at this link .

Genasys Selected by Oregon to Power Emergency Response Planning and Evacuation Management

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in Protective Communications , today announced a multi-year contract with the State of Oregon’s Office of Resilience and Emergency Management (OREM) for Genasys EVAC (EVAC) emergency response planning and evacuation management software.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in Protective Communications , today announced a multi-year contract with the State of Oregon’s Office of Resilience and Emergency Management (OREM) for Genasys EVAC (EVAC) emergency response planning and evacuation management software.
  • The new contract provides EVAC advanced evacuation software to all of Oregon’s 36 counties and nine Tribes to manage emergency evacuations more effectively across the state.
  • As Oregon deals with more frequent and severe disasters, EVAC software empowers emergency services to quickly create and update evacuation plans, run realistic simulations, and respond faster during an emergency.
  • “Changing, exporting, and adding evacuation zones for alerts used to be slow and complicated,” offered Nick Vora, Emergency Manager for Union County.