Public Safety

A murder suspect's swift arrest in Virginia showcased the power of AI surveillance. But as Flock Safety's LPR cameras expand, so do fears of a new era of mass surveillance.

Nearly twenty years after becoming the only state to eliminate pensions for public workers, Alaska's essential services are in crisis. Is there a way back?

Genasys extends its loan maturity, but at a steep price: a 20% guaranteed return for its lender. Is this a savvy move to fuel growth or a risky bet?

Despite high debt, GardaWorld's new half-billion-dollar financing was heavily oversubscribed. It's a massive vote of confidence in its tech-driven M&A strategy.

As parts of Quebec face renewed fire bans, we explore the adaptive system of prevention, the heavy weight of public responsibility, and the paradox of a successful yet stressful fire season.

Omnigo's new jail management system promises efficiency and safety. But can a software update solve deep-seated issues in our correctional facilities?

A Maryland operation rescued 4 survivors by integrating law enforcement, NGOs, and tech. We dissect the multi-agency strategy that's a new blueprint for success.

Saskatchewan embraces a new model for impaired driving enforcement, using swift administrative penalties to get drivers off the road faster and save lives.

Saskatchewan's new law swaps courtrooms for curbside penalties, a move hailed as a breakthrough for road safety but one that fundamentally alters justice.

Cycurion is building a public safety empire by acquiring a video solutions unit, promising non-dilutive scale. But a closer look at the deal's structure reveals a different story.

A new AI tool promises to transcribe every word of an emergency call, turning chaos into data. But in a world of life and death, can we trust the algorithm?

An Ottawa man lived under a false identity for three decades. His arrest for immigration fraud unearths allegations tying him to the 1994 Rwandan Genocide.

With $420M on the table, the strategy for flood resilience is shifting from static maps to dynamic, operational intelligence to combat disruption.

New federal legislation aims to curb repeat offenders and retail theft, but critics warn of strained provincial resources and a challenge to legal rights.

A new tech partnership promises to slash gun crime investigation times from weeks to hours, but what does this new era of connected policing mean for our future?

A new partnership pairs RapidSOS's AI with a foundation born from tragedy, aiming to review every 911 call. But can tech solve a deeply human problem?

Crosscall's battle-tested CORE-P6 device arrives in the U.S., leveraging FirstNet's power to redefine mission-critical communication for frontline teams.

As wildfires rage, BC is deploying a new weapon: night-vision helitankers. This isn't just new tech; it's a strategic economic bet on 24/7 resilience.

A new bill aims to fund bulletproof police cars for officer safety. But does this innovation protect communities or further divide them? We explore the intersection.

A $176,000 cannabis seizure at the Cornwall border isn't just a police victory; it's a stark reminder of a thriving black market and systemic vulnerabilities.