We are pleased to share the first SAFEGUARD newsletter, highlighting the project's key achievements in developing innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance the protection of public spaces against security threats. Discover the progress made so far, including the...

Over the past two years, SAFEGUARD has achieved important milestones towards delivering its core objectives. The project began defining its two Pilot Use Cases, with the active involvement of our Law Enforcement Agencies, detailing realistic operational situations....

The SAFEGUARD workshop following the Greek pilot demonstration was organised to strengthen cooperation and knowledge exchange among security practitioners, researchers, and law enforcement authorities working on the protection of public spaces. The workshop focused on...

The first SAFEGUARD pilot demonstration took place in Athens on 25 September 2025, simulating a terrorist threat during a large public event. Greek and Bulgarian law enforcement authorities tested the platform’s operational capabilities in realistic conditions. The...

How can artificial intelligence, drones, and augmented reality be leveraged by public authorities to improve our safety in public spaces such as shopping malls, concerts, or public transport? KMOP, within the framework of the European project SAFEGUARD, coordinated by...

The SAFEGUARD project proudly participated in the DEFEA Exhibition 2025, one of the leading international defense and security exhibitions in Europe, held in Athens, Greece, in May 2025. SAFEGUARD was hosted under the booth of the Hellenic Police, alongside the...

By employing intelligent UAV operations, Law Enforcement Agencies gain the capabilities to protect public spaces and keep citizens safe. These tools enable more effective, informed, and proactive responses, helping to secure environments where people gather—before,...

The SAFEGUARD consortium held its 2nd project meeting on January 30-31 in Heraklion, Crete, Greece, bringing together security professionals from diverse backgrounds. The event fostered insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and meaningful collaborations....

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, SAFEGUARD proudly participated in the CERIS Conference on Securing Major Public Events, a prominent gathering hosted by the Community for European Research and Innovation for Security (CERIS). Representing the project's coordinating...

SAFEGUARD, coordinated by the M4D group at CERTH-ITI, is proud to participate at the RISE-SD 2024 event, a two-day gathering of European R&D communities focused on Civil Security. This event highlights the achievements of European Security Research, fosters...

The SAFEGUARD consortium held its Kick-off Meeting on July 16 2024 in Thessaloniki, Greece, bringing together all project partners for their first in-person meeting and providing an important opportunity to establish collaboration across the consortium. During the...