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Cannes Film Festival Opens Up to Increased Security

Cannes Film Festival Opens Up to Increased Security

The Cannes Film Festival kicks off on Wednesday to increased security measures amid heightened security threat overseas.

Security Changes for Golden Gate Bridge After Daredevils’ Stunt

Security Changes for Golden Gate Bridge After Teens' Climb

Two teens evaded complex security measures to make it to the top of the Golden Gate Bridge.

SDC Welcomes New Sales Representative Firm for the Midwest

SDC confirms the addition of Ascheman Marketing Group (AMG) to its national family of quality Security Industry Sales and Support Centers.

Robotic Assistance Devices Appoints Vice President of Sales

Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), an innovator in artificial intelligence and robotics, announced today it has named Matt Klock as Vice President of Sales for its U.S.-based operations.

Delta Air Lines to Test Facial Recognition this Summer

Delta Air Lines to Test Facial Recognition this Summer

Starting this summer in Minneapolis, Delta Air Lines will use facial recognition to speed up bag drops.

Wanamaker Join PDQ as VP of Marketing

He is based at the company's Leola, Pa. headquarters

More Victims Expected in Worldwide Cyberattack

More Victims Expected in Worldwide Cyber Attack

Cybersecurity experts expect there will be more people falling victim to the worldwide cyberattack that hit on Friday.

UK Hospitals Report Cyber Attack

UK Hospitals Report Cyber Attack

Several British Hospitals say they are experiencing major computer problems as the result of a breach in cybersecurity.



Moni Honors Military Appreciation Month with Donations and Discounts for U.S. Armed Forces

Smart home security company promises safer homes, better lives for active duty military and veterans

President Trump Signs Cybersecurity Executive Order

President Trump Signs Cybersecurity Executive Order

President Trump has signed an executive order to strengthen the government’s cybersecurity.

HID Global launches IoT Solutions to Offer Organizations a NEw Level of Asset Management and Equipment Monitoring

Company adds Item Management to its HID Location Services and launches new HID Condition Monitoring Services that analyze equipment performance and health

Security Changes at Airports include Soft Target Protection, Electronics Ban

Security Changes at Airports include Soft Target Protection, Electronics Ban

The Transportation Security Administration has laid out new framework to protect soft targets in airports as well as consider electronics ban on flights from Europe.

Trump Fires Comey in the Midst of Russia Investigation

Trump Fires Comey in the Midst of Russia Investigation

Last night, President Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey.

Jon VanDiver Joins Sielox as Eastern Regional VP of Sales

Sielox LLC, a leading provider of access control solutions since 1979, is pleased to announce the hiring of Jon VanDiver as its new Eastern Regional VP of Sales.

Spirit Airlines Flight Cancellations Lead to Passenger Brawl

Spirit Airlines Flight Cancellations Lead to Passenger Brawl

Passengers set to board a Spirit Airlines flight quickly gave into their air rage when the flight was cancelled.

French Presidential Campaign Sees Breach Similar to Hack that Plagued American Election

French Presidential Campaign Sees Breach Similar to Hack that Plagued American Election

Just days ahead of the French Presidential Election, candidate and now France’s president-elect announced his campaign had been hacked.

Chicago Aviation Security Overhaul after Man Dragged off United Flight

Chicago Aviation Security Overhaul after Man Dragged off United Flight

Chicago is overhauling their aviation security protocols after the viral incident involving an overbooked United flight.

World Password Day: Fact or Fiction

World Password Day: Fact or Fiction

It’s time to take the pledge to improve your password habits.

2 Dead in Murder Suicide at North Lake College

2 Dead in Murder-Suicide at North Lake College

A man took his own life after shooting and killing a woman at North Lake College in Irving, Texas.

Google Docs Hit by Phishing Attack

Google Docs Hit by Phishing Attack

Don't edit that Google Doc, at least not today.

Siklu Appoints Eyal Assa as New CEO

Siklu, the market leader in millimeter wave radios, has announced today the appointment of Eyal Assa as new CEO of the company.

Middle Atlantic Strengthens Sales Management Team

Patrick Cuddy and Trevor Gardner to Lead Northeast Regional Sales Efforts

Dallas EMT Shooting Raises Questions about Arming First Responders

Dallas EMT Shooting Raises Questions about Arming First Responders

Dallas PD and first responders received a call about a suicide; the shooting spree that unfolded leaves many questions to be answered.

1 Dead, 3 Injured in UT Stabbing Spree

1 Dead, 3 Injured in UT Stabbing Spree

The suspect was taken into custody.

Mass Shooting at San Diego Apartment Leaves 1 Dead Several Injured

Mass Shooting at San Diego Apartment Leaves 1 Dead, Several Injured

The upscale apartment complex is located near the University of California San Diego campus.

Aiphone Team Members Ragona and Duran Win SIA scholarship

Winners to receive two of only 10 scholarships awarded industrywide

IDIS Delivers Multi-Site Video Surveillance Solution for Rapidly Growing La Familia Insurance

IDIS technology installed in more than two dozen office and storefront locations in multiple cities, delivering improved operational security through a comprehensive, state-of-the art video surveillance solution

Best Practices in the Healthcare Industry

Hospitals and medical centers face a number of challenges related to ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

All Too Common

All Too Common

On Dec.19, 2016, the news exploded with information about a vehicle attack on a Christmas market in Berlin that killed at least 12 people and injured over 50 more.

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  • New Report Reveals Top Security Risks for U.S. Retail Chains

    Interface Systems, a provider of security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has released its 2024 State of Remote Video Monitoring in Retail Chains report. The detailed study analyzed over 2 million monitoring requests across 4,156 retail locations in the United States from September 2023 to August 2024. Read Now

  • Gaining a Competitive Edge

    Ask most companies about their future technology plans and the answers will most likely include AI. Then ask how they plan to deploy it, and that is where the responses may start to vary. Every company has unique surveillance requirements that are based on market focus, scale, scope, risk tolerance, geographic area and, of course, budget. Those factors all play a role in deciding how to configure a surveillance system, and how to effectively implement technologies like AI. Read Now

  • 6 Ways Security Awareness Training Empowers Human Risk Management

    Organizations are realizing that their greatest vulnerability often comes from within – their own people. Human error remains a significant factor in cybersecurity breaches, making it imperative for organizations to address human risk effectively. As a result, security awareness training (SAT) has emerged as a cornerstone in this endeavor because it offers a multifaceted approach to managing human risk. Read Now

  • The Stage is Set

    The security industry spans the entire globe, with manufacturers, developers and suppliers on every continent (well, almost—sorry, Antarctica). That means when regulations pop up in one area, they often have a ripple effect that impacts the entire supply chain. Recent data privacy regulations like GDPR in Europe and CPRA in California made waves when they first went into effect, forcing businesses to change the way they approach data collection and storage to continue operating in those markets. Even highly specific regulations like the U.S.’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) can have international reverberations – and this growing volume of legislation has continued to affect global supply chains in a variety of different ways. Read Now

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  • 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. 3

  • Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden Door Controls has relaunched its CV-7600 card readers in response to growing market demand for a more secure alternative to standard proximity credentials that can be easily cloned. CV-7600 readers support MIFARE DESFire EV1 & EV2 encryption technology credentials, making them virtually clone-proof and highly secure. 3

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis. 3