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Prison Inmates in Delaware Take Guards Hostage, 1 Dead

Prison Inmates in Delaware Take Guards Hostage, 1 Dead

One prison guard was pronounced dead at the prison.

Security Tight for Super Bowl Sunday

Security Tight for Super Bowl Sunday

Local, federal, state and private security officials are teaming up to create a security stronghold that protects a three mile area around the stadium.

Jody Ross Promoted to Vice President of Global Sales and Business Development

AMAG Technology is pleased to announce that Jody Ross has been promoted to Vice President of Global Sales and Business Development for AMAG Technology.

City of Houston Deploys Axis Cameras to ensure public safety during Super Bowl LIVE

Site of 10-day fan festival in downtown Houston to feature Axis video and audio products.

The Cloud Keeps Evolving in 2017

The Cloud Keeps Evolving in 2017

Earlier in 2016, when Gartner analysts stated that by 2020, 80 percent of all software will be offered on a subscription basis—this did not come as surprise to us at Genetec.

Bandwidth Throttling

VMS Bandwidth Saving Technologies

Beyond the core functionalities of recording and displaying video, one of the most important capabilities of modern Video Management Software platforms is the ability to reduce bandwidth required for transmitting live video.

Making IP Video Cyber Secure

Financial institutions have been historically slow to adopt IP video surveillance citing concerns about possibly compromising network security.

Controlling The Keys

Controlling The Keys

After a year of in–depth research and testing of many systems, the RJUSD found CyberLock’s access control system to be the solution that best fit the district’s needs, including installation and maintenance.



See What You’re Missing

Fraud prevention, it’s time to get better acquainted with your security team. You may see them in the hallways, have a coffee with them in the breakroom, and possibly join them on the dance floor at your annual holiday party.

Alarming Trend with Police

I’ve been writing, professionally, for 40 years. The first story that I ever worked on was a triple homicide, and a contract murder that was related. Back then, I didn’t think reporting could get any worse.

Stop Lingering

Security threats are on the rise and as IT security teams increase their scrutiny of all network-connected devices, it’s time for some new thinking about the design and maintenance of building security systems.

Security by the Book

Security by the Book

Pick any county in the United States, money is scarce to non-existent, and in the pecking order of who gets the available money, the county library is way down the line.

The Connected World

The Connected World

The abundance of networked solutions and devices—both security and nonsecurity— has exploded in recent years, providing unparalleled convenience and efficiency.

Emergency Security

Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Bell Ambulance Company has been in operation since 1977, growing into the largest provider of ambulance services in the state. The company responds to around 75,000 calls per year and provides a range of services.

Triggers for Transition

It can be difficult to decide whether and when to make the transition to new access control technology. Transitions are often delayed over budget concerns or because of worries that the process will adversely impact productivity and workflow.

Dissecting the Advantages

Physical identity access management (PIAM) solutions have changed the way leading organizations approach security.

Terminal Upgrade

Terminal Upgrade

Terminal One at JFK International Airport had relied on a limited analog surveillance system and a separate, older IP system that were independent of each other.

Port-ability

When it comes to protecting transportation hubs, seaports have their own set of challenges.

Oklahoma Sheriff to Deploy Body Cameras after 2015 Fatal Shooting

Oklahoma Sheriff to Deploy Body Cameras after 2015 Fatal Shooting

In 2015, an ex-deputy shot and killed an unarmed black man.

Everything You Need to Know about the Travel Ban

Everything You Need to Know about the Travel Ban

On Friday, January 27, President Trump signed an executive order that excluded travel from seven countries.

6 Dead in Quebec Mosque Shooting

6 Dead in Quebec Mosque Shooting

A group of gunman entered a mosque in Quebec and open fired killing six.

Moni Smart Security Introduces Customer Bill of Rights

Company Leads Change in Customer Interaction with Home Security Providers

Dallas Police Department Gets $1 Million for Protective Gear

Dallas Police Department Gets $1 Million for Protective Gear

Governor Greg Abbot announced the funds would be given to the police department so they could outfit officers with new helmets, bullet proof vests.

Tight Security Surrounding GOP Retreat in Philly

Tight Security Surrounding GOP Retreat in Philly

Philadelphia is stepping up security as President Trump arrives for the GOP Retreat.

'Torture Works' President Trump to Revive Practice?

A draft order outlining many things including the revival of torture was published Wednesday.

President Trump’s Executive Orders on Border Security

President Trump's Executive Orders on Border Security

President Trump is expected to sign two executive orders on Wednesday relating to border security.

Hacker Tells POTUS to Change Twitter Security Settings

Hacker Tells POTUS to Change Twitter Security Settings

A hacker just wants President Trump to change his security settings on Twitter.

Historic Inauguration Day Begins Amid Protests, Tight Security

Historic Inauguration Day Begins Amid Protests, Tight Security

Security for the Inauguration is tight as protests swarm and a new president is sworn in.

Inauguration Security: Washington Prepared for Anything

Inauguration Security: Washington Prepared for Anything

Washington D.C. Police along with Secret Service and the FBI have been working to secure the Presidential Inauguration for over a year.

Champion Names Nino Zeccardo as Partner/Executive VP, Chief Business Development and Sales Officer

Premier provider of integrated Security, Fire, A/V and Electrical and Data Cabling/IT Infrastructures expands executive team & appoints veteran security industry expert to grow company and expand geographical reach

Featured

  • Securing the Future

    Two security experts sit down with Security Today’s editor in chief Ralph C. Jensen to discuss what they see emerging and changing over the next several years along with how security stakeholders can harness these innovations into opportunities. Read Now

  • Collaboration Made Easy Using a Work Management Platform

    Effective collaboration between security operators, teams and other departments is critical to the smooth functioning of organizations. Yet, as organizations grow in complexity, it becomes more difficult for teams to coordinate with each other. This is compounded by staffing shortages, turnover and ineffective collaboration tools. Read Now

  • Creating a Safer World

    Managing and supporting locks and door hardware within a facility is a big responsibility. A building’s security needs to change over time as occupancy and use demands evolve, which can make it even more challenging. Read Now

  • Report: 78 Percent of CISOs Seeing Significant Impact from AI-Powered Cyber Threats

    Darktrace recently unveiled its 2025 State of AI Cybersecurity report. The findings reveal that 78% of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) surveyed say that AI-powered threats are having a significant impact on their organizations, a 5% increase1 from 2024. While an increasing number of CISOs report feeling a significant impact from AI threats, more than 60% now say that they are adequately prepared to defend against these threats, an increase of nearly 15% year-over-year. However, insufficient AI knowledge and skills and a shortage of personnel and talent continue to be listed as the two top inhibitors to a successful defense. Read Now

New Products

  • 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.”

  • 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.

  • 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.