Liberty Defense Deploys HEXWAVE at LaGuardia Terminal B, Expanding Footprint in High-Traffic U.S. Airports and announces Shares for Debt Settlement
Rhea-AI Summary
Liberty Defense (NASDAQ: DETX) deployed its HEXWAVE™ AI-based concealed threat detection systems at LaGuardia Airport’s high-traffic Terminal B worker screening checkpoints, in partnership with K2 Security Screening Group.
The company also agreed to settle CAD$117,000 of debt by issuing 23,306 shares at CAD$5.02 plus paying CAD$350,000 in cash, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.
Positive
- HEXWAVE deployed at LaGuardia Terminal B worker checkpoints, expanding aviation footprint
- Multiple HEXWAVE units enable continuous, contactless screening in high-density environment
- CAD$117,000 debt to legal creditor settled partly through 23,306 shares
- Board aims to preserve cash for operations by using shares-for-debt structure
Negative
- Issuance of 23,306 common shares creates shareholder dilution
- Shares-for-debt closing remains subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18 | Lab HEXWAVE contract | Positive | -1.4% | Secured HEXWAVE sale to infectious disease lab after successful trial. |
| Feb 11 | Leadership hire | Positive | +2.6% | Appointed ex‑TSA leader to strengthen aviation and DHS relationships. |
| Feb 06 | Public IPO filing | Positive | +24.0% | Filed Form F‑1 for proposed U.S. IPO and Nasdaq listing. |
| Feb 05 | Major airport contract | Positive | +17.1% | Won HEXWAVE deployment at major U.S. airport serving 30M passengers. |
| Jan 20 | Confidential IPO filing | Positive | -7.7% | Confidential Form F‑1 submission for proposed U.S. IPO. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
News on airport deployments and U.S. IPO steps has often driven double‑digit moves, with a mix of aligned and contrarian reactions.
Over the last few months, Liberty Defense has combined commercial wins with U.S. listing progress. On Jan 20, a confidential U.S. IPO filing drew a -7.67% reaction, but a major U.S. airport HEXWAVE contract on Feb 5 saw shares rise 17.11%. The public F-1 IPO filing on Feb 6 added another 24%. Smaller updates, like the Feb 11 leadership hire and Feb 18 lab contract, produced modest moves. Today’s LaGuardia deployment extends that aviation-focused commercialization theme.
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LaGuardia Terminal B Deployment Highlights Shift Toward Next-Generation, Frictionless Security
WILMINGTON, Mass., May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. (“Liberty” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DETX; TSXV: SCAN), a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons and threats, today announced that it has deployed HEXWAVE™ systems at LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B, one of the most active air travel hubs in the United States. The deployment marks a meaningful step in Liberty’s continued expansion across the aviation sector. The original contract was awarded in collaboration with K2 Security Screening Group, a national leader in aviation security, which was selected by LaGuardia Gateway Partners, the manager and developer of LaGuardia Terminal B, to install the new state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at LGA’s Terminal B. K2 placed HEXWAVE systems at the aviation worker screening checkpoints and provided operational support, enabling rapid responsiveness and long-term scalability.
LaGuardia Terminal B is a high-density, mission-critical environment where workforce screening must balance speed, security, and operational continuity. The terminal’s move to modernize employee screening demonstrates a broader industry shift toward frictionless, high-throughput solutions. Liberty’s deployment of multiple HEXWAVE™ units at access points enables continuous, contactless screening that reduces congestion, improves flow, and maintains advanced detection—highlighting the platform’s ability to perform at scale in demanding aviation settings.
HEXWAVE™ integrates millimeter-wave sensing, 3D imaging, and AI to detect both metallic and non-metallic threats—including evolving and improvised weapons. Built for real-world, high-traffic environments, the system delivers continuous, reliable performance with minimal friction.
“This deployment at LaGuardia Terminal B is a clear validation of HEXWAVE™ in one of the most demanding, high-throughput environments in the country,” said Bill Frain, Chief Executive Officer of Liberty Defense. “Airports are under increasing pressure to modernize security without compromising flow, and we’re seeing that translate into real adoption. We believe this is just the beginning of a broader shift toward frictionless, AI-driven screening at scale.”
The Company also announces that it has entered into a debt settlement agreement with a legal service provider to the Company (the “Creditor”) to settle the Company’s outstanding debt for past services performed by the Creditor in the amount of CAD
The closing of the Shares-for-Debt Transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. The Shares will be subject to a four month and one day hold period under Canadian securities law.
The Shares will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the Shares in any State in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
About Liberty Defense
Liberty Defense (NASDAQ: DETX; TSXV: SCAN) provides multi-technology security solutions for concealed weapons detection in high volume foot traffic areas and locations requiring enhanced security such as airports, stadiums, schools, and more. Liberty’s HEXWAVE product, for which the Company has secured an exclusive license from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), as well as a technology transfer agreement for patents related to active 3D radar imaging technology, provides discrete, modular, and scalable protection to provide layered, stand-off detection capability of metallic and non-metallic weapons. Liberty has also recently licensed the millimeter wave-based, High-Definition Advanced Imaging Technology (HD-AIT) body scanner and shoe scanner technologies as part of its technology portfolio. Liberty is committed to protecting communities and preserving peace of mind through superior security detection solutions.
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