The historical tension between Israel and its neighboring Arab countries has deep roots, leading to an ongoing struggle against the threat of terrorism within Israel's borders. Consequently, the nation maintains an extensive security system.
For instance, at all airports and train stations across the country, police and security services conduct thorough inspections of the belongings and hand luggage of every individual entering or leaving Israel.
Thanks to these rigorous security measures, Israel boasts a statistically low rate of street crime.
Herzliya has taken a pioneering step in Israel with the recent launch of a new technological initiative called "Talking Pillars" (an Israeli patent). This innovative project empowers individuals concerned for their safety to seek help through their smartphones by scanning a QR code displayed on street lamps. Upon scanning the code, the call for assistance is instantly relayed to the Herzliya municipality's security center.
Both residents and visitors who find themselves in distress or wish to report an incident can scan the QR code, promptly alerting the security center, which receives precise location information with each scan. Every call receives a swift response from the city's security center.
