The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2025 Closing Luncheon is set to be a must-attend Main Stage event, delivering a powerful combination of industry insights, strategic guidance, and peer engagement. Designed to equip security professionals with the knowledge and tools to drive sustainable growth, this luncheon will feature a compelling keynote by industry expert Michael Barnes, offering a deep dive into the trends and challenges shaping the electronic security and life safety market. Attendees will leave not only well-fed but also well-prepared to navigate the evolving industry landscape in 2025 and beyond.
BlackCloak, provider of Digital Executive Protection for executive leaders, board members, and their families as well as family offices and high-net-worth individuals, released today a new framework, Digital Executive Protection: Framework & Assessment Methodology, setting the standard for and defining modern Digital Executive Protection (DEP).
The increased sophistication of cyber threats pumped by the relentless use of AI and machine learning brings forth record-breaking statistics. Cyberattacks grew 44% YoY in 2024, with a weekly average of 1,673 cyberattacks per organization. While organizations up their security game to help thwart these attacks, a critical question remains: Can employees identify a threat when they come across one? A Confidence Gap survey reveals that 86% of employees feel confident in their ability to identify phishing attempts. But things are not as rosy as they appear; the more significant part of the report finds this confidence misplaced.
- By Erich Kron
- Mar 24, 2025
Mission 500, the security industry’s nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting children in need across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity ahead of ISC West. The charity’s new look includes a modernized logo with refined messaging to reinforce Mission 500’s nearly decade-long commitment to serving the needs of children and families in crisis.
A sneak peek of some of the latest trailblazing AI-powered security solutions from Taiwan is in store for attendees at the upcoming ISC West 2025.
In a powerful show of solidarity, the U.S. security industry gathered March 18 for a crucial information-sharing webcast concerning recovery efforts for the Los Angeles-area wildfires disaster.
M.C. Dean, a leading systems integrator for cyber-physical solutions, announced the appointment of Ryan Kaltenbaugh as its first global sales leader for its Security & Electronic Systems business. Kaltenbaugh’s appointment marks a significant step forward for M.C. Dean’s commercial sector portfolio expansion.
AI developers across the globe share the challenge of finding sufficient high-quality, accurate and reliable video data to train visual AI models. Today, Milestone Systems announces Project Hafnia to build services and democratize AI-model training with high-quality, compliant video data leveraging NVIDIA Cosmos Curator and AI model, fine-tuning microservices.
Verkada, a leader in cloud-based physical security solutions, today announced that the Honorable Michael Evanoff joins the company as its Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Strategic Advisor.
Building Intelligence, a provider of solutions that securely streamline vendor, vehicle, and visitor access, announces a leadership transition to support its next phase of growth. The new leadership structure will help the company scale operations and refine its organizational strategy to pursue new growth opportunities.
Alibi Security, a provider of integrated video surveillance and access control solutions, today announced an expanded partnership with Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud video surveillance. This new collaboration will provide Alibi’s nationwide network of Security Dealers and Installers with unlimited access to Eagle Eye's full-featured video management system (VMS), coupled with complete access to Eagle Eye University training and technical support.
The Monitoring Association (TMA) announced today that the Adams County Communications Center Authority (ADCOM911) has completed implementation of the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service. ADCOM911 went live with the service on March 4, becoming the 149th emergency communications center (ECC) in the U.S. and fourth in Colorado to adopt the ASAP program.
Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of high-performance LiDAR-based security and smart space solutions, today announces a technology partnership with Netsocs, an integration and automation software solution provider specializing in electronic security. The partnership combines invaluable data from Quanergy 3D LiDAR sensors with Netsocs’ highly versatile and powerful management platform to deliver unparalleled operational intelligence and security for large-scale enterprises with the highest levels of cost-efficiency.
ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Phil Jensen as its new Director of Sales for Under Vehicle Surveillance Systems (UVSS).
Door hardware and access control continue to be at the forefront of innovation within the security industry, continuously evolving to meet the dynamic needs of commercial spaces.
- By Benjamin Williams
- Mar 12, 2025
Allied Universal today announced that Taylor Carr has joined its Technology Services business unit as senior vice president of operations. In this role, Carr will oversee operations and drive growth across all revenue segments of the business.
The evolution of urban environments is being reshaped by the convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and open platform VMS. As cities worldwide grapple with growing populations and increasing operational complexities, these integrated technologies are emerging as powerful tools for creating more livable, efficient, and secure urban spaces.
- By Mark Johnson
- Mar 11, 2025
Genetec Inc., a provider of enterprise physical security software, today announced that it has been selected by the City of Brampton in Ontario to support a new public safety initiative. Genetec solutions will be used to help Brampton provide regional law enforcement agencies with critical data to expedite crime investigations and improve community safety.
Two security experts sit down with Security Today’s editor in chief Ralph C. Jensen to discuss what they see emerging and changing over the next several years along with how security stakeholders can harness these innovations into opportunities.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Mar 10, 2025
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2025 honorees for the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. This initiative, presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum, honors 100 women in the security industry each year whose outstanding accomplishments and success stories are breaking barriers, redefining the faces of leadership and showcasing the innovative contributions women bring to the industry.
Effective collaboration between security operators, teams and other departments is critical to the smooth functioning of organizations. Yet, as organizations grow in complexity, it becomes more difficult for teams to coordinate with each other. This is compounded by staffing shortages, turnover and ineffective collaboration tools.
- By Stephan R. Sutor
- Mar 07, 2025
Managing and supporting locks and door hardware within a facility is a big responsibility. A building’s security needs to change over time as occupancy and use demands evolve, which can make it even more challenging.
- By Karen Keating
- Mar 06, 2025
Darktrace recently unveiled its 2025 State of AI Cybersecurity report. The findings reveal that 78% of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) surveyed say that AI-powered threats are having a significant impact on their organizations, a 5% increase1 from 2024. While an increasing number of CISOs report feeling a significant impact from AI threats, more than 60% now say that they are adequately prepared to defend against these threats, an increase of nearly 15% year-over-year. However, insufficient AI knowledge and skills and a shortage of personnel and talent continue to be listed as the two top inhibitors to a successful defense.
Today, AI has become top of mind for most security professionals. It is the topic of conversation in the technology world and continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions.
- By Monique Merhige
- Mar 05, 2025
You have probably heard that AI-enabled security cameras are evolving the role of traditional surveillance cameras, shifting the focus from passive monitoring to active problem-solving and operational insights. AI technology changes fast, so what is new can be considered old news in just a few months.
- By Adam Lowenstein
- Mar 04, 2025
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Jeff Huggins of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals for excellence in leading SIA committees and advancing member objectives. SIA will present Huggins with the award at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held April 1 during ISC West.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) states “There are 16 critical infrastructure sectors whose assets, systems, and networks, whether physical or virtual, are considered so vital to the United States that their incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, and national public health or safety or any combination thereof.”
- By S. Guerry Bruner
- Mar 03, 2025
Napco Security Technologies, Inc., Amityville, NY, is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Elliot Bean to Director of Distribution for all its security, access, and locking divisions, driving channel management of the Company’s product lines, promotions, stocking levels, distribution activities & events.
Five years after the pandemic, organizations need a flexible work reset to stay productive and support any work arrangement. Despite the pandemic-fueled workplace shift that began five years ago, companies across industries and geographies continue to increase flexible work configurations. However, many tools adopted during COVID onset remain in place today, and they now need a reset to keep employees productive and secure regardless of location. Security leaders must re-evaluate existing practices and reinvest in zero trust security, passwordless environments, and automation adoption to improve efficiency and productivity.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that Convergint, Wavelynx and Wesco will each receive a 2025 SIA Member of the Year Award. SIA will present the honorees with their awards at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held April 1 during ISC West.