Sorry, Axon, We Already Have the Technology We Need to Stop School Shooters

A recent post by Axon CEO Rick Smith  argues that drones armed with less lethal weapons — like, for instance TASERs — could be a good way to protect schools as an alternative to going after gun rights. While I can appreciate where the post is coming from and think emerging technologies could be part … Read more

Cops Now Using Virtual Reality to Train With Their TASERs

By Michael Balsamo, AP A combative man approaches, moving quickly toward a police officer who pulls out a Taser. The man is wearing a heavy jacket, which could mean the prongs that would generate an electronic current and send him to the ground might not work. It’s a scenario that’s played out over and over … Read more