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FEMA Awards $625M to Boost Security for FIFA World Cup 2026

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 6, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Apr 6, 2026

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently awarded $625 million to empower all 11 cities hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches to bolster security preparations ahead of the soccer tournament, in close coordination with the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026.  This funding, administered through the new FIFA World Cup Grant Program, will enable state and local officials to hold operational exercises, […]

Recent Attacks Underscore Need to Secure Utilities

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Dec 22, 2022 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Feb 6, 2023

While most are getting ready for the holidays, this month marked a time of several attacks on the U.S. electric grid, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) is hoping a recent webinar will help educate utilities on how to better protect their infrastructure in light of these incidents. Responding to Recent Incidents At the beginning of the […]