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Dortronics Introduces New Waterproof Push Button Switches

Visitors to ASIS 2017 this week will have the opportunity to see Dortronics’ new line of waterproof push button switches, on display at the Dortronics booth (#1925).

Finally, a trade show that is in Security Today

Welcome to Dallas

Finally, a trade show that is in Security Today's backyard! The ST team is so incredibly excited to have y'all out in Dallas to view the most innovative and spectacular solutions, software and products that the industry has to offer.

Galaxy Showcases Cloud Concierge Access Control Solution at ASIS 2017

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control and security solutions, is featuring its recently launched Cloud Concierge Access Control solution this week at their booth (#2241) at ASIS 2017

DITEK's New Outdoor Surge Protector for Ethernet Cabling Featured at ASIS 2017

DITEK’s Outdoor Surge Protector for Ethernet Cabling provides a highly effective and cost-efficient solution to protect surveillance and security devices and systems. Featured this week at ASIS 2017 (booth #701), the hardened unit (model DTK-MRJPOEX) features a NEMA 4X rated enclosure with weatherproof connectors for installation in harsh or outdoor environments.

Viakoo Continues Exponential Growth and Expansion in 2017

Viakoo continues to post strong performance across the first three quarters of 2017 with a positive forecast for Q4

Dahua Technology Unveils News Fisheye Technology With 4K HDCVI

Dahua Technology USA, a manufacturer of video surveillance solutions proven the world over, has added five new fisheye cameras to their product portfolio, including the world’s first 4K fisheye for coaxial infrastructure.

Sielox Expands Access Control Offering with Enhanced Selection of Altronix Power and Integration Solutions

Sielox LLC announced today at ASIS 2017 (booth #1533) they have enhanced their offering of power and access control integration solutions from long-time partner Altronix.



Open Options Releases DNA Fusion Version 7

Open Options has announced the official release of DNA Fusion version 7.

MONI Files Suite for Breach of Contract Against Nationwide Security Solutions

We take great care to maintain our credibility and look forward to a swift legal resolution in this matter.

Nashville Church Shooting Kills 1, Injures 6

Nashville Church Shooting Kills 1, Injures 6

A Tennessee man is being held without bond after he open fired in a church outside of Nashville killing one person and injuring six others.

Mark Cuban ASIS Keynote Resonates with Attendees

It's no secret that Mark Cuban is a celebrity, especially amongst Shark Tank fans and Mavericks fans, but there is another side that one might not be familiar with. The software/Security side. And, frankly, he is knowledgeable.

From students and faculty to business owners and employees, everyone can benefit from learning how to keep their data safe.

Compliant isn't Secure: 4 Steps to Keep Your Data Safe

From students and faculty to business owners and employees, everyone can benefit from learning how to keep their data safe.

Is Cloud-Based Security Right For You?

Is Cloud-Based Security Right For You?

Here are five reasons why cloud-based security might be right for your organization.

MONI Smart Security Will Offer Professional Monitoring for Nest Secure Exclusively at Launch

Offering will driver greater penetration into $80 billion connected home market

Equifax Confirms Another

Equifax Confirms Another 'Security Incident'

Equifax says the two breaches are unrelated.

Security 101 Hires Experienced Industry Veteran Art Perez for Its Global Team

Global 101 serves multinational companies in the U.S., South America, Europe, Middle East and Asia

Security Heightened As World Leaders Meet in New York

Security Heightened As World Leaders Meet in New York

"It is equivalent to the Super Bowl of security."

France Ups Security Wtih Bulletproof Wall Around Eiffel Tower

France Ups Security With Bulletproof Wall Around Eiffel Tower

Work has begun on the clear bulletproof wall that is going up around the perimeter of the Eiffel Tower.

HID Global to Acquire Mercury Security

HID Global to acquire Mercury Security in an effort to expand its leadership in Access Control.

Live From ASIS 2017 Preview

This year at ASIS 2017, whether you are attending the show in Dallas, Texas or not, you will be able to receive an exclusive look at what is on the show floor from the perspective of our Security Today editors.

Michigan Airport Receives $3.8 Million for Security Improvements

Michigan Airport Receives $3.8 Million for Security Improvements

Gerald R. Ford International Airport has received a total of $3.8 million for security upgrades.

Welcome to Dallas

Howdy folks, welcome to Dallas! You can’t imagine my appreciation for having ASIS in my backyard. All it means is that I get to stay in my own home and sleep in my own comfortable bed each night. Getting downtown for the tradeshow is a completely different matter.

Hidden Backdoor in CCleaner Security App Has Infected 2.3 Million People

Hidden Backdoor in CCleaner Security App Has Infected 2.3 Million People

Hackers have hidden a backdoor in a security application called CCleaner. So far it has 2 billion downloads and has infected 2.3 million people and counting.

Connected Cars: Security Challenges in the Automotive Industry

Connected Cars: Security Challenges in the Automotive Industry

Breakthroughs in technology mean that connected cars are shunning physical keys in favor of digital, smartphone-based entry systems.

How Real Time Media Can Solidify Security and Save Money

How Real Time Media Can Solidify Security and Save Money

Protecting physical spaces and facilities is an ever-present problem. As bad actors continue to seek unlawful entry in innovative ways and unforeseeable disasters like fires continue to exist, alarm systems need to keep pace and leverage new technologies to prevent and mitigate these risks.

London Underground Train Blast Being Treated as Terrorism

London Underground Train Blast Being Treated as Terrorism

An "improvised explosive device" was detonated on a Tube in south-west London.

U.S. Blacklists Kaspersky Software in Federal Agencies

U.S. Blacklists Kaspersky Software in Federal Agencies

The US government has officially banned the use of Kaspersky security software in all of its federal agencies.

Featured

  • Cutting Retail Losses

    Retail is still a more complex and dynamic security vertical in modern society. Inherent challenges with in-store and distribution center operations are primarily due to constantly shifting consumer buying trends. Retailers must show daily flexibility to keep workers, meet sales goals and attract customers while maintaining safe and efficient operations. Retail is an intricate web of interconnected elements. Read Now

  • The Key to Wellbeing in the Office

    A few years ago, all we saw in the news was the ‘great resignation.’ Now we have another ‘great’ to deal with. According to CBRE, 2023 was the start of the ‘great return’ as office workers returned to their normal offices after working from home. The data shows that two-thirds of all U.S office buildings were more than 90% leased as of Q2 2023. Read Now

  • Failed Cybersecurity Controls Costing U.S. Businesses $30 Billion Yearly

    Panaseer recently released ControlWatch and the Continuous Controls Battle: Panaseer 2025 Security Leaders Report examining the cost of cybersecurity control failures and the impact of growing personal liability for security failings on security leaders. The report analyzes the findings of a survey of 400 security decision makers (SDMs) across the US and UK. It shows that security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps. Read Now

  • The Business Case for Video Analytics: Understanding the Real ROI

    For security professionals who may be hesitant to invest in video analytics, now's the time to reconsider. In a newly released Omdia report commissioned by BriefCam (now Milestone Systems), the research firm uncovered a compelling story: more than 85% of North American and European organizations that use video analytics achieve a return on investment within just one year. The study, which surveyed 140 end users across multiple industries, demonstrates that security technology is no longer just for security — it's a cross-organizational tool that delivers measurable business value far beyond traditional safety applications. Read Now

Webinars

New Products

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. 3

  • 4K Video Decoder

    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. 3

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.” 3