Evolv eXpedite vs. Athena AI X-Ray Baggage Scanner
Best AI X-Ray Security System for Schools, Hospitals, Stadiums, and Government Facilities Organizations searching for the best AI-powered X-ray baggage scanner often compare Evolv Technology Evolv eXpedite and Athena Security Athena AI X-Ray Baggage Scanner. Both systems are designed for modern high-throughput entryway security screening. Both platforms support conveyor speeds around 0.75 m/s and […]
Hospital Security Companies Making Healthcare Safer in 2026
TL;DR: This guide compares hospital security companies offering solutions like AI-powered weapons detection, access control, trained guards, and integrated surveillance for healthcare environments. Included vendors are Athena Security, Allied Universal, Securitas Technology, Avigilon, and Evolv Technology. The guide focuses on their use cases, tech capabilities, pricing models, and healthcare compliance. You’ll also find a buyer’s […]
From Detection to Decision: Turning Security Data Into Actionable Insight
In today’s security landscape, organizations—especially hospitals—are moving beyond standalone systems and toward integrated security ecosystems. While weapons detection systems (WDS) and visitor management systems for hospitals (VMS) each provide value independently, their true power emerges when they operate together. By combining detection with identity and intent, organizations can move from isolated alerts to real-time security […]
Why California Hospitals Need Both Weapons Detection and Visitor Management Under AB 2975
California hospitals are operating in a new reality. With the passage of california AB 2975, workplace violence prevention is no longer just a policy initiative — it is an operational mandate. Healthcare systems must now demonstrate meaningful, defensible action to reduce risk at entrances, protect staff, and document prevention efforts. Many hospitals are installing Concealed […]
So You Can Streamline Your Workflow: The Athena’s AI X-Ray Safety Architecture
So You Can Streamline Your Workflow: The Athena’s AI X-Ray Safety Architecture AI-Powered X-Ray Security Built for Safety and Compliance In high-stakes security environments, performance must never compromise safety. Security X-ray systems play a critical role in threat detection across airports, courthouses, schools, and other public facilities, but they also introduce radiation and operational […]
California Hospitals: The Clock is Ticking for Automated Weapons Detection Bill AB 2975
This isn’t just a recommendation; it’s a legal requirement with serious implications for compliance, patient flow, and staff safety. Let’s break down what hospitals need to know, and why proactive planning is essential. The Mandate: What’s Required by 2027? Gone are the days when a simple metal detector or security guard with a wand would […]
How Healthcare Leaders Reduce X-Ray Risk and Legal Exposure
In healthcare environments, risk often remains invisible until a single incident forces the issue. Radiation exposure is one of the few areas where a systems-level breakdown can escalate quickly, creating legal, regulatory, and reputational consequences even when teams are experienced and protocols exist. A real-world example: In 2009, a CT brain perfusion protocol issue at […]
DNS Security for Healthcare: Lock the Digital Front Door with H-Shield
TL;DR: DNS security for healthcare is crucial, as hospitals face a growing number of DNS-layer attacks that disrupt care and expose patient data. Traditional firewalls and outdated DNS setups lack the visibility, authentication, and access control needed to stop reconnaissance, hijacking, and data exfiltration. H-Shield, a DNS security platform purpose-built for healthcare, closes these gaps […]
Building Trust and Integrity at Athena: A Commitment to Safety
As the CEO of Athena, I want to take a moment to share what drives our mission and how we strive to embody trust and integrity in every aspect of our business. As a company specializing in weapons detection technology, our responsibility extends far beyond the products we develop; it encompasses the safety and peace […]
Customer Experience Technology Reinvented: The Future of Human Connection Is Here
Overview: Athena Security’s hologram-based customer experience technology personalizes greetings, wayfinding, security, and support across industries. It turns physical visits into seamless, multilingual, data-driven journeys. The platform reduces staffing needs and scales effortlessly through cloud integrations, enterprise security, and ten-minute training for deployment. Imagine walking into a hospital, an airport, or even your favorite retail store. […]