
Athena Security uses advanced concealed weapons detection systems to deliver a unified, AI-driven entryway solution for hospitals, K–12 schools, casinos, places of worship, government buildings, and commercial facilities across the U.S. The Apollo 500 enables seamless walk-through screening to detect weapons in real time, giving operators more actionable data points than traditional systems for faster, more confident decisions. Athena’s AI-powered X-ray leverages iPad technology to modernize screening and improve threat detection.
Athena’s Hospital Visitor Management System integrates with EPIC to connect identity, access, and screening data. Innovations include the Ambulance Bay WDS for stretcher screening and secondary screening for bags and lower extremities to reduce human error. Designed with compliance in mind, Athena aligns with California AB 2975, which mandates weapons detection screening at key hospital entrances by 2027 to improve safety and reduce workplace violence.
DHS-aligned workflows ensure testing, controls, and compliance, while telepresence and AR alert glasses provide real-time support. All systems connect in one platform for centralized monitoring and enterprise reporting.
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PayKings is a payment processing provider specializing in merchant account solutions for high-risk industries that often face challenges obtaining traditional payment services. The company offers a streamlined approval process powered by automated underwriting, allowing many businesses to gain access to payment processing capabilities within a short timeframe. Businesses can leverage merchant accounts, payment gateways, ACH processing, credit card processing, recurring billing, and virtual terminal solutions through a single provider. PayKings serves a broad range of industries, including adult entertainment, CBD, online gaming, firearms, debt settlement, travel, nutraceuticals, cryptocurrency, and other specialized markets. Fraud prevention tools and chargeback management services help businesses reduce risk while maintaining smooth transaction processing. The platform supports integration with leading gateways, eCommerce platforms, content management systems, and custom APIs. Dedicated account managers provide guidance throughout onboarding and ongoing operations, ensuring merchants receive industry-specific support. Transparent interchange-plus pricing models help businesses understand processing costs without hidden fees or long-term contractual commitments. PayKings enables high-risk businesses to access reliable payment infrastructure while supporting growth and operational stability.
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AudioKit Synth One
AudioKit Synth One stands out as the first entirely free and open-source professional synthesizer app for iOS, created by a dedicated group of volunteers to deliver a comprehensive and ad-free platform for music production. This app boasts a hybrid analog/FM polyphonic synthesizer with the capability to produce six voices, alongside an impressive library of over 300 presets designed by acclaimed sound designers, all while ensuring accessibility features like VoiceOver for users with visual impairments. Seamlessly working with Audiobus 3 and Inter-app Audio (IAA), it is also compatible with popular applications such as AUM, BeatMaker 3, Cubasis, and GarageBand. The sound engine is robust, featuring five oscillators, two assignable LFOs with extensive routing possibilities, and a vintage-inspired 16-step sequencer. Users can also enjoy a classic poly arpeggiator, support for Ableton Link, and intuitive touchable ADSR envelopes for both the amplifier and filter. Additionally, it offers a 4-pole vintage low-pass filter, high-pass and band-pass filters, and a variety of effects, including reverb and multi-tap delay. With MIDI integration, musicians can connect and control the app using MIDI keyboards or digital audio workstations, expanding its versatility for creative expression. This makes AudioKit Synth One not just a synthesizer, but a powerful tool for any music creator looking to explore new sonic possibilities.
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UVI Falcon
UVI Falcon is an all-encompassing hybrid instrument that merges sophisticated sampling and synthesis features within a semi-modular setup. It boasts 20 different oscillator types, such as virtual analog, wavetable, FM, additive, and granular synthesis, which opens up a vast array of sound design opportunities. Users can take advantage of more than 100 high-quality effects to apply various processing techniques like reverb, delay, modulation, and filtering, thereby elevating their audio creations. The modulation system in Falcon is robust, incorporating envelopes, LFOs, and step sequencers that allow for dynamic and evolving soundscapes. Additionally, the software facilitates MIDI processing and scripting, equipping users with the tools necessary for crafting intricate performances and custom instruments. Its user interface is flexible, featuring a redesigned browser for streamlined preset management along with an intuitive workflow that simplifies sound creation. Falcon also includes a factory library with over 1,500 presets, and provides expansion possibilities through supplemental sound libraries, ensuring an ever-evolving creative experience. Overall, UVI Falcon stands out as a versatile tool for musicians and sound designers alike.
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