August was another busy month for the global security industry, with major developments across counter-drone technology, access control, mobile security, border protection and international market growth.
From Motorola Solutions’ $1.5 billion acquisition of D-Fend Solutions to new investments and technology launches from Gallagher Security and HID, the month delivered several important security stories for industry professionals to follow.
Here are five major security news stories from August 2026 that you may have missed, as covered by International Security Journal.
August security stories you may have missed
Motorola Solutions acquires D-Fend Solutions
The counter-drone technology provider was purchased by Motorola Solutions for $1.5b in a deal that is said to provide public safety and enterprise customers with access to advanced C-UAS designed to safely neutralise rogue drone threats.
“Safety on the ground demands security in the air,” said Greg Brown, Chairman and CEO, Motorola Solutions.
“D-Fend’s field-proven counter-drone technology is a powerful complement to our mission-critical ecosystem, providing differentiated airspace protection for our customers around the world.”
Read the Motorola Solutions story here…
Gallagher continues to invest in Middle East growth strategy
Gallagher Security announced that it was building on more than 20 years of regional success through investment in local talent and a new office in Dubai Silicon Oasis, reinforcing its commitment to a key growth market.
Leading the company’s next phase of growth in the region is an experienced team of professionals who have already played a role in Gallagher’s success across the Middle East.
Read the Gallagher Security story here…
HID launches new enhancements to mobile access solutions
In August, HID announced new enhancements which are expected to help organisations fast-track their mobile access adoption as part of their broader digital transformation.
The updates – which were unveiled ahead of GSX 2026 – enable users to build on infrastructure, reduce onsite work and streamline deployment by eliminating the need to replace readers or issue new mobile keys.
Read the HID story here…
Azure Access Technology acquired by dormakaba
dormakaba acquired the operating businesses of Azure Access Technology Inc. and ADME, Inc. (Apollo Security).
Azure Access – which was founded in 2019 in Newport Beach, California – develops adaptable electronic access control hardware for the US commercial market.
Apollo Security, also based in Newport Beach, develops and manufactures access control and integrated security systems.
Read the dormakaba story here…
Astrophysics and Zambia Revenue Authority agree contract
Astrophysics Inc. and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) agreed a contract to equip the Livingstone border post – said to be one of Southern Africa’s busiest crossings – with innovative X-ray cargo scanning technology.
The signing of the contract marks a step forward for regional trade and security.
In fact, the agreement builds off existing Astrophysics and ZRA cooperation at the Nakonde border post, which was commissioned by President Hichilema in June 2026 and is now fully operational.