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Homeland Security

Datastrip Introduces Handheld, Biometric Travel Document Reader

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Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

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Datastrip has launched its next generation EasyRead handheld reader, which can validate Machine Readable Travel Documents and verify document holders. The device reads and inspects first and second generation e-passports and border crossing credentials and government issued documents supporting U.S. VISIT and NEXUS Border Crossing programs. EasyRead's optical camera-based scanner can capture two or three lines of machine readable data from passports, ID cards and visas, in addition to barcode symbologies. The capacitive fingerprint sensor supports authentication of biometric data…

Congress

CENTCOM Looking To Lessons Learned From Use Of LUCAS Drones

U.S Central Command (CENTCOM) is looking to lessons learned from its use of Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones by Phoenix-based SpektreWorks, according to CENTCOM head Adm. Brad Cooper. […]

Army

Hegseth Says DoD Open To Reviewing Army’s Planned Cuts To Legacy Helicopter Procurement

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told lawmakers the Pentagon is open to reviewing the Army’s planned procurement cuts to its legacy manned aviation fleet. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), ranking member […]

Congress

Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

The Pentagon estimates the U.S.’ ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost at least $29 billion, while a lead official noted the updated figure does not factor in damage to […]

Congress

Appropriators Offer Skepticism On $350B Defense Reconciliation Plan, ‘Big Risk’ For Key Initiatives

Senate and House Appropriators told Pentagon leadership on Tuesday they’re skeptical of the department’s plan to fund $350 billion of the fiscal year 2027 defense budget through the reconciliation process, […]