Suprema, which operates the Biostar 2 biometric smart lock system, leaked over 27.8 million records in a publicly accessible database discovered by security researchers.
- By Haley Samsel
- Aug 15, 2019
The legislation, which would ban facial recognition entry systems, would be the first to address what technology landlords can impose on residents.
- By Haley Samsel
- Jul 26, 2019
Eliminate trust based on location, such as within a company network, and always verify users at every access request.
- By Yotam Gutman
- Jul 26, 2019
A now-discontinued smart home hub had flaws that allowed researchers to hack into the device without even knowing the plain-text password put in place by the owner.
- By Haley Samsel
- Jul 05, 2019
After attempting to rush through a security checkpoint at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, a man was arrested and booked on multiple charges, including five counts of misdemeanor assault.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 20, 2019
A report by Fortune Business Insights projects the global stadium security to grow rapidly over the next few years. The analysis estimates that the United States and Canada will lead the charge, with the Asia Pacific experiencing high growth as well.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 19, 2019
According to research done by Grand View Research, the global perimeter security market is projected to reach USD 29.6 billion by 2025.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 13, 2019
MarketsandMarkets says the worth of the vehicle access control market could reach $22.6 billion by 2027.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 10, 2019
The 2017 FBI crime report shows that the worst state to be a burglar in is Delaware. The best? Nebraska.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 07, 2019
Most access control systems are focused on improving security and protecting the business, ensuring that only the right people have the right access to the right areas. It keeps the bad guys out and the good guys in.
- By John Carter
- Jun 01, 2019
In 2017, the state of California passed Senate Bill 1299, ushering into law a set of regulations requiring California healthcare providers to take specific steps to prevent workplace violence and ensure a safe environment for both patients and caregivers.
- By Paul Baratta
- Jun 01, 2019
After several deadly attacks on houses of worship, legislators are stepping up to find funding to install necessary security solutions.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 30, 2019
Dangerously large crowds at Memphis' famous Beale Street led to road closures and arrests over the weekend.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 29, 2019
The fence around the White House will grow by five feet this summer.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 28, 2019
Security barriers and surveillance cameras are being added to a Birmingham public housing community to cut down on crime.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 15, 2019
Access control at the Clearwater Airpark in Florida is getting an overhaul after inspectors found a lack of security at several of the gates.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 14, 2019
Four sets of steel bollards have been installed on Memphis' iconic Beale Street as part of a safety improvement plan.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Apr 25, 2019
Fans at Rogers Arena in Vancouver will be the first to be screened using a new radio frequency device intended to detect concealed weapons.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Apr 16, 2019
The City of Kingston is reviewing security measures such as security cameras, locks and bulletproof glass to protect city buildings.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Apr 09, 2019
A medical center in Wyoming is increasing security after a man with a gun gained access to the facility and fired at two employees.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Apr 09, 2019
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The confusion I hear in the industry starts with the definitions of these terms: artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (deep and shallow), and analytics. Some believe these things are all the same and use them interchangeably.
The City of Spokane is looking into rewarding businesses that invest in additional security measures for their properties.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 26, 2019
Bossier, La. maximum-security prison to undergo sweeping security upgrades
- By Sydny Shepard
- Mar 04, 2019
With a password on each computer and a cardbased access control system on the door, many businesses feel they have their bases covered when it comes to both logical and physical security.
- By J. Matthew Ladd
- Mar 01, 2019
For the County of Travis in Austin, Texas, research, dedication and the right team resulted in the perfect integrated security solution for its sprawling campus and multi-location facilities.
- By Michael Bone
- Mar 01, 2019
Governments are implementing innovative programs that are revolutionizing how the world looks at identity and citizenship.
- By Steve Warne
- Mar 01, 2019
When dealing with airport and border security, we need databases, we need to share information and we need law enforcement.
- By Martin Zizi
- Mar 01, 2019
From simple photo IDs of the past to 2D barcodes and the now ubiquitous use of video cameras, businesses, schools and venues are constantly looking for better ways to protect people and property.
- By Denis Petrov
- Mar 01, 2019
The way that smart cards are issued has changed dramatically in the last several years with the advent of cloud-based systems that enable the entire process to be managed and executed remotely, and with printer/encoder breakthroughs that significantly boost throughput, reliability and energy efficiency.
- By Robin Tandon
- Feb 01, 2019
The Internet of Things (IoT) promises greater connectivity, which, when properly leveraged, can provide invaluable insight into our organizations and our operational environments. In the security sector, increased connectivity between sensors and systems gives us access to more data than we thought possible even just a few years ago.
- By Jimmy Palatsoukas
- Feb 01, 2019
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar to upgrade security with new airfield perimeter fence.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jan 07, 2019
A Department of Defense report found no anti-virus, no data encryption and no multi factor authentication.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Dec 19, 2018
Courthouses in Tennessee will receive funding to increase security.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Dec 17, 2018
When it comes to access control, it all boils down to companies trying to determine whether you are who you say you are, and whether you are authorized to access certain information. As we all know, both those are tall orders to fill.
- By Jeff Capone
- Dec 01, 2018
A courthouse in Rock County, Wisconsin is getting security upgrades.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Oct 29, 2018
Students at three universities can now access their student ID cards on their iPhone.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Oct 23, 2018
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Mobile access to homes and offices is not a new concept, but in 2018, why do we still have to carry around bulky keys when we have our phone with us?
- By Eric Trabold
- Oct 11, 2018
With unexpected severe weather and natural disasters looming, one power outage can leave your customers’ businesses at risk.
- By Joe Padilla
- Oct 04, 2018
Cloud technologies are giving people access through their mobile phones and other devices to a variety of new experiences, while making their workplaces smarter and more data-driven.
- By Hilding Arrehed
- Oct 01, 2018