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07-04-2025
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Xonar Technology Inc. Earns Security Industry Association Best New Product Award for Its TruePort® Contactless Security System
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xonar Technology Inc., a leader in next-generation contactless security screening, earned the 2025 Security Industry Association best new product award for its TruePort® AI-empowered system. The SIA New Product and Solution (NPS) Awards are a renowned global platform for highlighting new offerings each year during the annual ISC West show in Law Vegas. Xonar took a top honor under the product category of Antiterrorism, Force Protection and Armed Aggressor. "We are honored to receive this award from the SIA," said Hans Hufschmid, Xonar's Chairman & Chief Executive Officer. "This award underscores Xonar's commitment to redefining security screening through innovation and advanced technology." Xonar is deploying its TruePort® and TrueScanTM screening devices across a wide range of sectors, including sports and entertainment venues, corporate campuses, hospitals and other facilities requiring next-generation, non-invasive threat detection solutions. ABOUT XONAR TECHNOLOGY INC. Xonar Technology Inc. is at the forefront of security screening innovation, blending advanced multi-sensor technology, cutting-edge image processing, AI, and cloud computing to minimize human error and maximize throughput and accuracy. Xonar offers two products: TruePort®, a state-of-the-art multi-sensor screening technology using machine learning and artificial intelligence to discern threats from everyday items, regardless of metallic content; and TrueScanTM, an AI-empowered portable X-ray system. TruePort's multi-sensor technology preserves individual privacy, and the dual built-in cameras allow for biometric authentication for streamlined ticketing and access control. The Department of Homeland Security has designated Xonar TruePort as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology under the SAFETY Act. The National Center for Spectator Sports and Security (NCS4) evaluated Xonar TruePort's ability to detect concealed weapons. The evaluation matrix covered a wide range of functions, including weapon detection, speed of detection, placement detection, alerts, wireless interface, event reporting, outcome reporting, and user interface. The overall composite score of 2.93, out of a possible 3.00, showed that all capabilities were successfully demonstrated. To learn more, visit: About SIA SIA is the leading trade association for global security solution providers, with over 1,500 innovative member companies representing thousands of security leaders and experts who shape the future of the security industry. View source version on Contacts News media contact:Denis Wolcott, 213-200-1563, denis@ Sign in to access your portfolio
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04-04-2025
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Allied Universal's Unified Command Center Solution Honored at Security Industry Association's New Products and Solutions Awards
2025 SIA New Products + Solutions Award LAS VEGAS, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ISC West 2025 -- Allied Universal®, the world's leading global security and facility services company, today announced its Unified Command Center solution was recognized as an honorable mention in the 2025 Security Industry Association (SIA) New Products + Solutions (NPS) Awards - less than 30% of nominations received this recognition. The solution was honored in the Managed Services category at the awards ceremony held at the ISC West conference this week in Las Vegas. 'It's an honor to be recognized by the 2025 SIA New Products + Solutions Award program for our leading-edge mobile unified command center,' said Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. 'This recognition reflects our team's dedication to advancing security solutions that deliver exceptional results, and we remain committed to continuous innovation to help enhance safety worldwide.' Allied Universal's Unified Command Center is a rapidly deployable security hub integrating real-time video analytics, seamless communication, and intelligent incident management. Supported by a dedicated team, it optimizes logistics, enhances decision-making, and enables swift threat detection and response. Designed for dynamic environments, it delivers comprehensive situational awareness and adaptable security. 'The SIA NPS Awards are a renowned global platform for highlighting new offerings each year, and earning recognition is an impressive accomplishment,' said Elisa Mula, vice chair of the SIA NPS Awards Committee and founder and protection management specialist at EM Designs. 'SIA applauds this year's winners, who impressed our judges after an extensive process of tech demonstrations and panel-driven judging.' According to the SIA website, 'the SIA New Products + Solutions Awards reflect the evolution of the security industry and the convergence between physical and cyber security products…a panel of judges with extensive industry experience reviewed new products and solutions from top exhibiting brands in 33 different categories, including the prestigious Best New Product and Judges' Choice Awards.' Established in 1979, the SIA New Product + Solutions Awards recognize innovative physical security products, services, and solutions that are used to help protect life and property in residential, commercial and institutional settings. For more information on the Allied Universal Unified Command Center, visit About Allied UniversalThe world's leading security and facility services provider and trusted partner to more than 400 of the FORTUNE 500, Allied Universal® delivers unparalleled customer relationships, innovative solutions, cutting-edge smart technologies and tailored services that enable clients to focus on their core businesses. With operations in over 100 countries, Allied Universal is the third largest private employer in North America and seventh in the world. Annual revenue is more than $21 billion. There is no greater purpose and responsibility than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people. For more information, visit Media Contact:Kari GarciaDirector of CommunicationsAllied UniversalPhone: 949-826-3560Email: A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
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04-04-2025
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AITX's RAD Earns Top Honors at 2025 SIA NPS Awards for New Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent (SARA(TM))
SARA Receives Overall Judges' Choice Honors Plus Best in Threat Detection and Response Solutions at ISC West Detroit, Michigan--(Newsfile Corp. - April 4, 2025) - Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., (OTC Pink: AITX), today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., (RAD), has received two major awards at the 2025 Security Industry Association (SIA) New Products and Solutions (NPS) Awards. SARA™, RAD's AI-powered incident response platform, earned the prestigious Judges' Choice Award and was also selected as the winner in the Threat Detection and Response Solutions category. Both honors were presented on the ISC West show floor during an April 2 ceremony. AITX and RAD CEO, Steve Reinharz (center) and Mark Folmer, CPP, PSP, RAD President (left) accept the SIA NPS Judges' Choice Award for SARA To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: "We are tremendously honored to have SARA recognized by the SIA NPS judges with both the Judges' Choice Award and category win," said Steve Reinharz, CEO/CTO of AITX and RAD. "These awards are somewhat our industry's equivalent to the Grammys or Oscars, and it feels like we just won Best Album or Best Picture of the year. SARA is designed to meet the increasing demand for intelligent, proactive solutions that elevate security while streamlining operations. These awards will potentially help accelerate industry adoption and AITX growth." SARA, which stands for Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent, is RAD's AI-powered platform designed to manage and escalate security incidents in real time. Developed to work seamlessly across RAD's ecosystem of devices and monitoring systems, SARA provides an intelligent layer of automation that instantly evaluates events and initiates appropriate actions, including verbal engagement, alert escalation, and live video streaming. With its ability to respond to a wide range of security triggers, SARA significantly enhances situational awareness and operational efficiency while reducing the need for constant human oversight. AITX and RAD CEO, Steve Reinharz (center) and Tony Taylor, RAD COO (left) accept the SIA NPS Threat Detection and Response Solutions award for SARA To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: This recognition comes just one day after RAD announced its integration agreement with Immix®, a global leader in central station automation software. The collaboration will incorporate SARA into Immix's platform, enabling monitoring centers worldwide to benefit from AI-powered response automation. The integration is expected to accelerate SARA's adoption across commercial, residential, and enterprise environments, reinforcing its position as a transformative force in the remote monitoring industry. "SARA is more than a product, it's the intelligence engine behind our entire ecosystem," added Reinharz. "It represents years of focused development and is central to how we're redefining security. From frontline deterrence to real-time response and reporting, SARA is enabling RAD to deliver measurable value to clients while driving recurring revenue and long-term growth for the Company." "SIA congratulates the winners of the 2025 SIA NPS Awards," said SIA CEO Don Erickson. "Each year, NPS presents the most cutting-edge products available on the market today, and our judges' dedication, support and thorough consideration are invaluable in maintaining it as the most trusted awards program for launching new security technology solutions." "This year's SIA NPS program has had another fantastic year with amazing new products and solutions presented to our judging panels," said Christine Bergeron, chair of the SIA NPS Awards Committee and senior director of global physical security technology at Visa. "Thank you to our expert judges and committee members for your dedication to the program and lending your expertise and valuable time to contribute to a successful 2025 SIA NPS program." "The SIA NPS Awards are a renowned global platform for highlighting new offerings each year, and earning recognition is an impressive accomplishment," said Elisa Mula, vice chair of the SIA NPS Awards Committee and founder and protection management specialist at EM Designs. "SIA applauds this year's winners, who impressed our judges after an extensive process of tech demonstrations and panel-driven judging." Since its inception in 1979, SIA NPS has been the security industry's premier product awards program. New products are reviewed by a panel of judges with extensive industry experience, and in 2025, following significant deliberations, the 38 judges presented awards for technologies covering 33 product and service categories. View the full list of SIA NPS award winners here. AITX, through its subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), is redefining the nearly $50 billion (US) security and guarding services industryi through its broad lineup of innovative, AI-driven Solutions-as-a-Service business model. RAD solutions are specifically designed to provide cost savings to businesses of between 35%-80% when compared to the industry's existing and costly manned security guarding and monitoring model. RAD delivers these tremendous cost savings via a suite of stationary and mobile robotic solutions that complement, and at times, directly replace the need for human personnel in environments better suited for machines. All RAD technologies, AI-based analytics and software platforms are developed in-house. RAD has a prospective sales pipeline of over 35 Fortune 500 companies and numerous other client opportunities. RAD expects to continue to attract new business as it converts its existing sales opportunities into deployed clients generating a recurring revenue stream. Each Fortune 500 client has the potential of making numerous reorders over time. About Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions (AITX) AITX is an innovator in the delivery of artificial intelligence-based solutions that empower organizations to gain new insight, solve complex challenges and fuel new business ideas. Through its next-generation robotic product offerings, AITX's RAD, RAD-R, RAD-M and RAD-G companies help organizations streamline operations, increase ROI, and strengthen business. AITX technology improves the simplicity and economics of patrolling and guard services and allows experienced personnel to focus on more strategic tasks. Customers augment the capabilities of existing staff and gain higher levels of situational awareness, all at drastically reduced cost. AITX solutions are well suited for use in multiple industries such as enterprises, government, transportation, critical infrastructure, education, and healthcare. To learn more, visit and or follow Steve Reinharz on Twitter @SteveReinharz. CAUTIONARY DISCLOSURE ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS The information contained in this publication does not constitute an offer to sell or solicit an offer to buy securities of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (the "Company"). This publication contains forward-looking statements, which are not guarantees of future performance and may involve subjective judgment and analysis. The information provided herein is believed to be accurate and reliable, however the Company makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, as to its accuracy or completeness. The Company has no obligation to provide the recipient with additional updated information. No information in this publication should be interpreted as any indication whatsoever of the Company's future revenues, results of operations, or stock price. ### Steve Reinharz949-636-7060@SteveReinharz ________________________i To view the source version of this press release, please visit
