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New Security Protocols for San Bernardino School Involved in Shooting

New Security Protocols for San Bernardino School Involved in Shooting

School officials have banned visitors inside the building during instructional time.

Why Protecting Your Tax Data Is More Important than Ever

Why Protecting Your Tax Data Is More Important than Ever

In recent years a disturbing new trend is on the rise – cybercrime relating to tax returns and tax-related data. For its victims, Tax Day represents inconvenience and loss.

MONI Introduces Interactive Kiosk at Dallas Love Field

New Kiosk Brings Smart Home Security Technology Directly to Consumers

Aiphone Names Dana Pruiett Marketing Manager

Aiphone Corp., the leading international manufacturer of intercom and entry security products, today announced Dana Pruiett has joined the company as marketing manager.

DDoS downfall: How the IoT is Becoming the Internet of Very Bad Things

DDoS Downfall: How the IoT is Becoming the Internet of Very Bad Things

This age of connectivity is the age of possibility, and millions of people all over the world are taking advantage of the wonderful benefits these devices have to offer.

Vicon Offers Training and Certification on Valerus VMS and VAX Access Control Solutions

Classes coming soon to Texas, California and Illinois

Manhunt for Cleveland Suspect after Video of Murder on Facebook

UPDATE: Facebook Killer Found Dead in Pennsylvania

Cleveland police are searching for a man who broadcast a murder on Facebook Sunday afternoon.

Classes Reopen at North Park Elementary School

Classes Reopen at North Park Elementary School

Today is the first day classes are open after the fatal shooting at the San Bernardino school. There are new security policies already in place, but the Superintendent said that it’s okay if some students are comfortable coming back to class just yet.



Security Increased in Major Cities for Easter Weekend

Security Increased in Major Cities for Easter Weekend

Cities around the world are stepping up security surrounding Easter festivities.

Security Defense Systems Worldwide, Inc. Introduces the GIL-2001-2DLV

Security Defense Systems Worldwide, Inc. introduces the GIL-2001-2DLV anti-terrorist/security door access control system.

Orion Entrance Control Unveils Website Redesign

Orion Entrance Control, Inc. has upgraded the company website in a complete redesign which is now available at www.orioneci.com.

How to Ensure that ‘Agile’ Data Is Adequately Secured

How to Ensure that 'Agile' Data Is Adequately Secured

The ability to integrate data from disparate sources in order to analyze and make sense of it is not only key to doing business today; it’s the difference between a company’s success and failure.

Live From ISC West 2017 Highlights

ISC West 2017 was one of the most successful shows in years, and Security Today was there to capture the excitement

Partnerships and Integrations at ISC West

ISC West is a great time to catch up with partners you don’t normally get to talk to.

ISC West 2017: My Takeaway

This year’s ISC West expo shows just how far the security industry is willing to go.

For the Good of the Industry

ISC West, this year, was as good as I ever remember. It seems to me that manufacturers' booths were filled with attendees, and foot traffic was very good until the last minute. SIA should be proud of the way they represent this industry, and this tradeshow.

Borussia Dortmund Team Bus Rocked by Explosions

Borussia Dortmund Team Bus Rocked by Explosions

The soccer team was in route to a match at their home stadium when three explosions rocked the bus.

Audio and Video Technology Displayed at ISC West

At ISC West last week, advanced audio technology as well as scalable surveillance solutions were on display.

Fire and Life Safety Products at ISC West

For fire & life safety products at ISC West this year, two companies stood out from the crowd.

NTT Security Combines Regional Assets to Launch The Global Threat Intelligence Center

NTT Security has announced the formation of the Global Threat Intelligence Center (GTIC)

Ken Kreb Joins Per Mar as Electronics Installation Supervisor in Eau Claire

Ken Kreb has joined the Per Mar Security Services as an Electronics Installation Supervisor out of Per Mar’s Eau Claire, Wisconsin office.

Moni Adds New All-in-One Interactive Security Platform to Smart Home Security Product Portfolio

Qolsys IQ Panel 2 is Latest Product in MONI’s Curated Product Portfolio; All-in-one Security and Smart Home Platform Provides Customers with Enhanced Security and Control

Two Dead in Elementary School Shooting in San Bernardino

UPDATE: Three Dead in Elementary School Shooting in San Bernardino

There is no longer a threat at the school.

ISIS Linked Attacks around the Globe

ISIS Linked Attacks around the Globe

Over the weekend there were several terrorist attacks that were linked to ISIS.

How to Operationalize Security with Enterprise Wide Engagement

How to Operationalize Security with Enterprise-Wide Engagement

How to Prevent Breaches, Not Just Clean Up the Mess

Gunnebo to Showcase Intelligent Note and Coin Recycler at RILA Retail Asset Protection Conference

Recycling Solution Helps Retailers Boost Productivity, Reduce Loss and Increase Efficiencies in Mission-Critical Business Operations

It's Been Fun, Vegas

I have to say this have been the best show I’ve been to. The number of attendees, companies to check out, and the latest technologies out there proving that the future of the security industry is here, I’m a little sad the show is over. I’m already gearing up for next year.

What a Terrific Tradeshow

Yesterday was just like the old days at the tradeshow. Lots of activity, foot traffic and well educated attendees. I think security has successfully made the rebound.

Accredited Courses Announced at ISC West

Two companies exhibiting at ISC West have announced great ways for users to take accredited education courses.

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

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New Products

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame. 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

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3