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Trends Keeping an Eye on Business Decisions

Today, AI continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions. AI and the cloud together are redefining how video surveillance systems are being used to simulate human intelligence by combining data analysis, prediction, and process automation with minimal human intervention. Many organizations are upgrading their surveillance systems to reap the benefits of technologies like AI and cloud applications.

The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns.

The Impact of Convergence Between IT and Physical Security

For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate. While they shared common goals and interests, they often worked in silos.

Unlocking Trustworthy AI: Building Transparency in Security Governance

In situations where AI supports important security tasks like leading investigations and detecting threats and anomalies, transparency is essential. When an incident occurs, investigators must trace the logic behind each automated response to confirm its validity or spot errors. Demanding interpretable AI turns opaque “black boxes” into accountable partners that enhance, rather than compromise, organizational defense.

i-PRO, Richards CCTV Strengthen Aerospace Manufacturing Compliance, Safety with Edge-AI Camera Infrastructure

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a leading global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, today announced the successful deployment of its advanced, AI-powered camera technology at a major UK aerospace manufacturing facility. The project, delivered in partnership with long-time integrator Richards CCTV, modernized the site’s aging security infrastructure, addressing stringent aviation industry compliance needs while enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and future scalability.

Everon Names Carson Clemons as Vice President, National Accounts Installation

Everon, a leading security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions today announced the promotion of Carson Clemons to Vice President, National Accounts Installation.

Seeking Innovative Solutions

Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. You may recognize these terms as the “5 Phases” of a grieving process, but they could easily describe the phases one goes through before adopting any new or emerging innovation or technology, especially in a highly risk-averse industry like security. However, the desire for convenience in all aspects of modern life is finally beginning to turn the tide from old school hardware as the go-to towards more user-friendly, yet still secure, door solutions.

ESA Forms AI Readiness Council to Help Security Industry Navigate AI Transformation

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has announced the formation of its AI Readiness Council (ARC), a forward-thinking initiative designed to help the electronic security and life safety industry navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in a responsible, practical, and profitable way.



Where AI Meets Human Judgment

Artificial intelligence is everywhere these days. It is driving business growth, shaping consumer experiences, and showing up in places most of us never imagined just a few years ago.

Report: Only 44 Percent of Organizations are Fully Equipped to Support Secure AI

Delinea recently published new research on the impact of artificial intelligence in reshaping identity security. According to the report, “AI in Identity Security Demands a New Playbook,” only 44% of organizations say their security architecture is fully equipped to support secure AI, despite widespread confidence in their current capabilities.

Allied Universal CEO Steve Jones Raises $2.5 Million for Human Trafficking Victims

Allied Universal today announced that Global Chairman and CEO Steve Jones and wife Stacy Jones, at their annual August fundraiser, raised approximately $2.5 million for Vera’s Sanctuary. Vera’s Sanctuary provides licensed drug treatment services for human trafficking victims ranging in age from 15 to 26.

LVT Appoints Qualtrics Veteran Chris Beckstead as President

LVT (LiveView Technologies Inc.), provider of rapidly deployable safety and security solutions, has appointed Chris Beckstead as its first president, effective in October.

Survey: 58 Percent of Organizations are Unprepared for Cyberattack

Proofpoint, Inc., a cybersecurity and compliance company today released its fifth annual Voice of the CISO report, exploring key challenges, expectations and priorities of chief information security officers (CISOs) worldwide. The 2025 report, which surveyed 1,600 global CISOs across 16 countries, spotlights two critical trends: the surge in cyberattacks is fueling heightened anxiety among CISOs—along with a growing willingness to pay ransoms when incidents occur—and the rapid rise of GenAI is forcing security leaders to balance innovation with risk, despite mounting concerns around data exposure and misuse.

Interface Systems Enhances Safety and Communication at Texas Church and School

Interface Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, today announced the successful completion of a major security upgrade for Bethesda Community Church and Bethesda Christian School in Fort Worth, Texas.

ASIS International Introduces ANSI-Approved School Security Standard

ASIS International, a leading authority in security standards, is excited to announce the release of its American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard designed to provide a framework for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving school security. The first comprehensive standard of its kind provides a critical benchmark for assessing and improving a school’s security posture regardless of size and funding.

LifeSafety Power Announces New Power Integration with ProdataKey

LifeSafety Power (LSP), in partnership with ProdataKey (PDK), continues to build upon its industry-leading innovation and legacy of integrating access control boards and power modules into a single, pre-engineered enclosure.

PureTech Systems, Clear Align Partner to Deliver Advanced Autonomous Security, Command-and-Control for U.S. Air Force Tactical Security System

PureTech Systems, a provider of AI-boosted geospatial video analytics and command-and-control solutions, announced its role in a joint effort with Clear Align to deliver a rapidly deployable perimeter security solution for the U.S. Air Force’s Tactical Security System (TSS).

Survey: Walking Alone at Night is the Greatest Safety Fear of Women Nationwide

A comprehensive new national survey commissioned by LogicMark, a provider of personal safety devices, related to women’s safety exposes a stark reality: walking alone at night dominates their concerns, with 67% of respondents identifying it as their primary fear –- significantly outpacing traveling in unfamiliar areas (55%) or navigating parking garages (42%). Findings reveal that safety concerns have become deeply embedded in women’s daily routines, with 38% forced to take precautionary measures every single day to feel secure.

Securitas and AlertMedia Offer Emergency Response Solutions

Securitas, a security solutions partner with world-leading technology and expertise, has signed a partnership agreement with AlertMedia, the leading provider of risk and response solutions, to offer integrated, end-to-end crisis management solutions.

Survey: Nearly Half of Employees Hide Workplace AI Use

Laserfiche, a SaaS provider of intelligent content management and business process automation, recently released new survey findings on AI adoption in the workplace, revealing that nearly half of Americans (49%) who use AI at work keep it to themselves, with 15% deliberately avoiding telling their manager.

46% of Enterprise Passwords Are Vulnerable to Cracking

Picus Security recently released The Blue Report™ 2025, based on more than 160 million real-world attack simulations. Now in its third year, the report provides a data-driven assessment of how well security controls perform against today’s threats — and this year’s findings are the most concerning to date.

AITX’s RAD Publishes Case Study Detailing SARA’s Agentic AI-Powered Transformation of Dealer’s Operations

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD) today announced the publication of a new case study detailing the successful deployment and performance of RAD’s SARA™ platform at OneWatch, an Indiana-based monitoring center and a RAD authorized dealer. The release of this case study follows a recent presentation during The Monitoring Association’s Virtual Product Review (VPR) series, titled “Agentic AI Is Transforming Remote Monitoring Operations, Are You Ready?” The full webinar is available for viewing by following this link.

Security Industry Association Launches Retail Security Advisory Board

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the creation of a new Retail Security Advisory Board and opened a call for SIA member volunteers to join. The expert-led group will advise the association and the SIA Board of Directors on key retail security topics, work to expand SIA’s influence and expertise in this area and advance members’ learning.

Community-Led Video Security Network Transforms Pennsylvania City Public Safety

A community-supported video security initiative has transformed public safety in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The citizen-led collaboration demonstrates how open platform video technology can help revitalize struggling urban areas.

Browser-Based AI Agents: The Silent Security Threat Unfolding

Some of the most revolutionary advances in artificial intelligence include browser-based AI agents, which are self-sustaining software tools integrated into web browsers that act on behalf of individuals.

Report: Cybercriminals Abandon Tech Tricks for Personalized Email Deception Tactics

VIPRE Security Group, a cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection company, has released its email threat landscape report for Q2 2025. Through an examination of worldwide real-world data, this report sounds the alarm on the most significant email security trends observed in the second quarter of 2025, enabling organizations to develop effective email security defenses for the remainder of the year.

Verkada Achieves FedRAMP 'In Process' Designation

Verkada, a provider in AI-powered physical security technology, today announced it has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) ‘In Process’ designation for Verkada Command in AWS GovCloud and is now listed on the FedRAMP marketplace.

AI-Generated Code Poses Major Security Risks in Nearly Half of All Development Tasks

Veracode, a provider of application risk management, recently unveiled its 2025 GenAI Code Security Report, revealing critical security flaws in AI-generated code. The study analyzed 80 curated coding tasks across more than 100 large language models (LLMs), revealing that while AI produces functional code, it introduces security vulnerabilities in 45 percent of cases.

ASSA ABLOY Joins Telecommunications Industry Association

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is now an official member of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). Through this membership, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions will actively engage in standards development, technology programs, and government initiatives.

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  • Trends Keeping an Eye on Business Decisions

    Today, AI continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions. AI and the cloud together are redefining how video surveillance systems are being used to simulate human intelligence by combining data analysis, prediction, and process automation with minimal human intervention. Many organizations are upgrading their surveillance systems to reap the benefits of technologies like AI and cloud applications. Read Now

  • The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

    For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns. Read Now

  • The Impact of Convergence Between IT and Physical Security

    For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate. While they shared common goals and interests, they often worked in silos. Read Now

  • Unlocking Trustworthy AI: Building Transparency in Security Governance

    In situations where AI supports important security tasks like leading investigations and detecting threats and anomalies, transparency is essential. When an incident occurs, investigators must trace the logic behind each automated response to confirm its validity or spot errors. Demanding interpretable AI turns opaque “black boxes” into accountable partners that enhance, rather than compromise, organizational defense. Read Now

  • Seeking Innovative Solutions

    Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. You may recognize these terms as the “5 Phases” of a grieving process, but they could easily describe the phases one goes through before adopting any new or emerging innovation or technology, especially in a highly risk-averse industry like security. However, the desire for convenience in all aspects of modern life is finally beginning to turn the tide from old school hardware as the go-to towards more user-friendly, yet still secure, door solutions. Read Now

New Products

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    The latest Qualcomm® Vision Intelligence Platform offers next-generation smart camera IoT solutions to improve safety and security across enterprises, cities and spaces. The Vision Intelligence Platform was expanded in March 2022 with the introduction of the QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC), which delivers superior artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the edge.