Border security has evolved beyond physical barriers to encompass national security, economic stability, and safe migration, with technology playing a critical role. Innovations like Israel's smart fencing, Estonia's e-border system, and South Korea's hybrid approach exemplify effective integration of digital technologies in border security management. The U.S. House of Representatives' Homeland Security Subcommittee is set to hold a hearing titled 'Beyond the Border: Terrorism and Homeland Security Consequences of Illegal Immigration,' with expert witnesses discussing the implications of illegal immigration on national security. This hearing underscores the growing concerns over how illegal immigration can intersect with terrorism and homeland security. As the global landscape of border security shifts, the focus on technology as a means to enhance enforcement and efficiency continues to be paramount.