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United, Delta, American Airlines Cover Seatback Cameras

United, Delta, American Airlines Cover Seatback Cameras

In response to passenger outcry about privacy, United, Delta and American Airlines are now covering the small cameras in the back-of-seat units on their planes.

Mission 500 Annual 5K/2K Raises Over $145,000 at ISC West 2019

Mission 500, a 501c3 charitable organization born from the professional security industry to serve children and families in need across the U.S., raised over $145,000 at its tenth annual Security 5K/2K Run/Walk at this year's ISC West show, April 9-12 in Las Vegas, NV.

U.K. Reveals New Law to Improve IoT Security

U.K. Reveals New Law to Improve IoT Security

The U.K. government is looking to step up IoT security against cybercriminals.

Shooting at UNC Charlotte Leaves Two Dead, Four Injured

Shooting at UNC Charlotte Leaves Two Dead, Four Injured

The suspected shooter was taken into custody within minutes of the shooting.

Survey Finds ER Doctors Want More Security Measures

Survey Finds ER Doctors Want More Security Measures

ER doctors say they are dealing with more patient assaults and would recommend more security measures to increase employee safety.

Meeting Modern Video Surveillance Cybersecurity Challenges

Meeting Modern Video Surveillance Cybersecurity Challenges

Today, many video surveillance systems use IP-based equipment, which sends recorded video across ethernet cabling to local, remote, and cloud-based recorders, often using the same LAN infrastructure that is used by general office workers.

Sacramento Synagogues Increase Security after Recent Shooting

Sacramento Synagogues Increase Security after Recent Shooting

Security has been heightened at synagogues in Sacramento following the shooting at a San Diego synagogue Saturday, which left one dead and three injured.



D.C. Metro Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks

D.C. Metro Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks

The inspector general believes D.C.'s transportation system is at a higher risk of cybersecurity attacks.

Shooting at San Diego Synagogue Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Injured

Shooting at San Diego Synagogue Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Injured

One person died and three others were injured in an shooting on a synagogue in Poway, Calif.

San Francisco BART Approves LPR Technology

San Francisco BART Approves LPR Technology

The readers will record license plate information of vehicles inside BART parking lots when they enter and leave

Five Biggest Security Myths Busted

Five Biggest Security Myths Busted

There are a number of common misconceptions about endpoint security.

Reasons to Implement a Zero Trust Security Model

Reasons to Implement a Zero Trust Security Model

Six reasons companies should implement a Zero Trust Security Mode.

Security at Scale—With Great Success Often Comes Great Security Problems

Security at Scale—With Great Success Often Comes Great Security Problems

Some common areas and issues to keep growing your business, not your security risk.

Cyber:Secured Forum 2019 Reveals Preliminary Agenda

The second annual summit hosted by ISC Security Events, PSA Security Network and the Security Industry Association will tackle a variety of the latest cyber-physical security trends.

Eight Injured After Driver Intentionally Drove into Crowd in California

Eight Injured After Driver Intentionally Drove into Crowd in California

A driver intentionally plowed into pedestrians in California and injured eight people, according to police.

Steel Bollards Added to Memphis

Steel Bollards Added to Memphis' Beale Street

Four sets of steel bollards have been installed on Memphis' iconic Beale Street as part of a safety improvement plan.

Indianapolis Works on Repairing Surveillance Cameras, Adding Connectivity

Indianapolis Works on Repairing Surveillance Cameras, Adding Connectivity

When it comes to citizen safety, the police cameras in Indianapolis are meant to keep an eye on crime and help catch potential threats.

Army Considers More Multi-Factor Authentication Measures

Army Considers More Multi-Factor Authentication Measures

The U.S. Army is working toward adding more authentication measures to provide more options to access Army online resources while maintaining information technology system security.

Public Safety Cameras Aid Chattanooga Police in Investigations

Public Safety Cameras Aid Chattanooga Police in Investigations

The Chattanooga Police Department has 29 public safety cameras located around the city and plans to add more.

GDPR

GDPR's Impact on Incident Response

Beyond user privacy, we’ve seen GDPR impact companies in other ways.

Bee'ah Selects Johnson Controls and Microsoft for its Office of the Future

Bee’ah’s sustainable headquarters will be infused with artificial intelligence across systems and spaces, including a digital concierge for every occupant and visitor

Almost 300 Killed in Easter Sunday Attacks in Sri Lanka

Almost 300 Killed in Easter Sunday Attacks in Sri Lanka

Almost 300 people were killed and hundreds more were wounded in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday in a series of coordinated attacks that struck three churches and three hotels.

Physician-Staffing Company Data Breach Exposes Personal Data for About 31,000 Patients

Physician-Staffing Company Data Breach Exposes Personal Info of About 31,000 Patients

EmCare Inc., a physician-staffing company, says a data breach has exposed personal information for about 31,000 patients

Review: Brinno DUO Smart Peephole Doorcam

Review: Brinno DUO Smart Peephole Doorcam

How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi Networks: A Detailed Guide

How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi Networks: A Detailed Guide

All of your personal data can be easily accessible and vulnerable to hackers.

Biometric Technology Market to Grow to $59.31 Billion by 2025

Biometric Technology Market to Grow to $59.31 Billion by 2025

Due to the growing use of biometrics to counter security threats, the biometric technology market is expected to bloom over the next few years.

Chicago-Area Metra Launches Security App

Chicago-Area Metra Launches Security App

Chicago Metropolitan Metra transportation system launches a smartphone security app to report safety concerns.

Why Do Hospitals Keep Falling for Email Hacks? A Few Reasons...

Why Do Hospitals Keep Falling for Email Hacks? A Few Reasons...

Hospitals are often in the news due to data breaches, and email hacks are often the cause.

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    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities

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    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols.