Athena Security
Athena Security is a leading physical security technology company dedicated to a single, life-saving mission: to help save lives by automating the detection of concealed threats before they cause harm. Based in Austin, Texas and San Francisco CA. The company was founded by the veteran technology team behind Revel Systems—Michael Green, Lisa Falzone, and Chris Ciabarra—who transitioned their expertise in high-speed, cloud-based retail systems into the critical field of public safety.
Our Mission & Philosophy
Athena’s core philosophy is that "security is a shared responsibility." We believe that human security officers are most effective when they are supported by intelligent automation. By digitizing the screening process, we eliminate human fatigue and ensure that every individual who enters a facility is screened according to DHS Best Practices and federal safety standards.
The "Apple iPad is Simple" Advantage
We believe that life-saving technology should be powerful on the inside but simple on the outside. Athena Security utilizes Apple iPads as the primary user interface for all of our products. This "iPad-First" approach provides: Intuitive Operation: Minimal training is required for security staff; if you can use a smartphone, you can operate Athena.
Athena provides a unified platform where hardware and AI software work in tandem to create a "frictionless" security perimeter:
Apollo 500 Weapons Detection: A high-throughput walk-through system that screens up to 3,600 people per hour for firearms and explosives without requiring them to stop or empty their pockets.
AI-Assisted X-Ray Software: An intelligent layer for baggage scanners that automatically identifies weapons, 3D-printed gun parts, and drone components, featuring an Automatic Belt Stop.
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Omnilert
Save lives by detecting potential threats early and responding quickly with visual gun detection. Our AI-powered Gun Detect software provides reliable, 24-hour monitoring of security cameras. This makes it easy to deploy an early gun detection solution. Our Emergency Communications and Automation Platform shares intelligence by automatically activating emergency response plans and safety system. We help you maximize every second and protect your people from danger, no matter what the threat is, from guns to severe storms. Protect your people, facilities, and operations from any threat you face today.
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AmberBox
AmberBox serves as an advanced indoor system for detecting gunfire and coordinating responses by automatically recognizing the sound of gunshots, notifying emergency personnel, and delivering critical situational information in real-time. This innovative technology employs a unique “tri-factor authentication” process that integrates percussion sensing to capture muzzle blasts and shockwaves, infrared detection to identify muzzle flashes, and machine-learning audio analysis that compares sounds to a vast database of firearm signatures, ensuring reliable detection of gunshots even without a direct line of sight. The system is capable of identifying gunfire in as few as 3.6 seconds, with a location accuracy of approximately 60 feet, allowing for immediate alerts to emergency services and on-site security through the cloud-based AmberBox Response Platform. Upon detecting a shot, AmberBox provides vital data such as the time of the incident, the number of shots fired, the estimated location, and the movement of the shooter, while also offering seamless integration with existing security systems like cameras, access control, mass notification, and lockdown protocols. This comprehensive approach significantly enhances safety measures within indoor environments, ensuring a swift and effective response to potential threats.
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ShotSpotter
Innovative policing technologies are designed to save lives, reduce crime, and enhance community safety. They enable the precise detection of gunfire, ensuring swift and accurate responses from law enforcement. These solutions identify areas with the highest crime rates, allowing for focused patrols that effectively deter criminal activity. They also improve officer safety by providing enhanced situational awareness, while simultaneously disrupting crime cycles through data-driven strategies that aim to minimize bias. Building connections with the community fosters trust, and leveraging data analytics leads to impactful and measurable results. As law enforcement agencies across the United States face challenges due to budget constraints, staffing shortages, and increased scrutiny, the landscape of policing has become exceptionally complex. Moreover, many departments are struggling with the consequences of isolated data systems and outdated technology, making it even harder to respond effectively. In this era where speed and efficiency are critical, the absence of modern software solutions hampers agencies' abilities to adapt to rapid changes and evolving demands. The urgency for effective tools in policing has never been clearer.
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