Brinks Home, one of North America's leading smart home security companies, today announced the launch of BHX, a bold new recruiting and sales platform and program designed to attract, develop, and empower the next generation of field sales professionals.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named 23 recipients for this year’s SIA RISE Scholarship, a program offered through SIA’s RISE community, which supports the education and career development goals of young professionals and emerging leaders in the security industry.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named five women biometrics leaders as recipients of the 2025 SIA Women in Biometrics Awards, a globally recognized program presented by SIA with support from sponsor Leidos, media partner Biometric Update and organizational partners the SIA Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board and the SIA Women in Security Forum. The awardees will be recognized at SIA’s 2025 Identity and Biometrics Symposium.
Minuteman Security & Life Safety, the 2025 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year and one of North America’s fastest-growing security and life safety integrators, today announced the acquisition of Life Safety Integrated Systems Inc., a leading systems integrator based in Buffalo, New York.
Ransomware attacks have risen for the first time in six months, increasing by 28% month-on-month to 421 attacks. While overall attack volume remained below 500, the uptick may signal a renewed escalation heading into the year’s most active period for cyber criminals.
Today’s multifamily property owners and operators face mounting challenges: competing with new Class A builds, rising operating costs, capital constraints, compliance risks, and staff burnout. To recognize the dedication of these multifamily property owners and help existing properties reimagine what’s possible, Allegion is launching Operation: Retrofit Refresh Sweepstakes that offers one lucky multifamily property a $20,000 access control overhaul—a turnkey upgrade designed to ease operations, delight residents, and almost-instantly boost NOI.
AMAG Technology is naming Suprema as its strategic partner for biometric readers. This formalized partnership builds on years of successful collaboration and ensures customers worldwide benefit from a fully integrated solution that combines AMAG’s Symmetry™ Solution Suite with Suprema’s biometric technology.
We recently sat down with Paxton’s Chief Commercial Officer Gareth O’Hara to talk about the company’s growth and plans for the US market. O’Hara recently relocated from the UK to the US to help the company’s growth plans.
Trackforce, a provider of security workforce management platforms, today announced the launch of its 2025 Physical Security Operations Benchmark Report, an industry-first study that benchmarks both private security service providers and corporate security teams side by side. Based on a survey of over 300 security professionals across the globe, the report provides a comprehensive look at the state of physical security operations.
Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud video surveillance, today introduced Eagle Eye Remote Video Monitoring, a security solution that deters crime before it happens. Combining best-in-class AI technology with highly skilled monitoring company professionals, Eagle Eye Remote Video Monitoring detects, intervenes and prevents crime, accelerates police response, and delivers 24/7 protection at a fraction of the cost of traditional security guards.
The Monitoring Association (TMA) is proud to announce that Alan Gillmore, IV, President of Gillmore Security Systems. Inc. has been appointed as TMA’s 38th President. Gillmore assumed the role at the conclusion of TMA’s 75th Anniversary Annual Meeting, held on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, in Palm Springs, California.
Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, announces the appointment of three key executive roles. The staffing additions come in the wake of the recent private equity investment from CIVC Partners and promotion of Michael Zatulov to CEO. Joining Elite are Jonathan Schwan as CFO, Thomas Stone III as Chief Security Officer, and Eran Yaniv as Vice President of Engineering.
Modern enterprises are grappling with an increasing number of identities, both human and machine, across an ever-growing number of systems. They must also deal with increased operational demands, including faster onboarding, more scalable models, and tighter security enforcement. Navigating these ever-growing challenges with speed and accuracy requires a new approach to identity governance that is built for the future enterprise.
- By Martin Kuhlmann
- Oct 21, 2025
The Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) has officially launched the sixth annual CAN DO Challenge, a charitable initiative running Oct. 13 through Dec. 3, 2025, designed to unite the security industry in the fight against food insecurity during the holiday season.
Eagle Eye Networks, a provider of cloud video surveillance, recently introduced Eagle Eye Gun Detection, a new layer of protection for schools and businesses that works with existing security cameras and infrastructure. Eagle Eye Networks is the first to build gun detection into its platform.
HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire IDmelon, a Vancouver-based secure sign-in solution provider that streamlines the adoption of passwordless authentication through its proprietary software platform.
Securitas Technology, the world’s second-largest commercial electronic security company, today released its 2026 Global Technology Outlook Report on the state of security technology, with recommendations on how organizations across the globe can position themselves for success in the years to come.
Convergint, a global safety and security technology solutions integrator, today announced the opening of its new U.S. headquarters, the Convergint Development Center. Located at Bell Works, 2000 Center Drive, this marks a milestone in the company’s growth and notable achievements. Over the past year, Convergint has expanded its reach with strategic acquisitions in the U.S. and Canada; strengthened its ability to deliver cutting-edge technology integrations and consistent, high-quality service on a global scale; and significantly increased revenue by serving clients across industries and geographies.
AI isn’t just transforming how we work. It’s reshaping how cybercriminals attack, with threat actors exploiting AI to mass produce malicious code loaders, steal browser credentials and accelerate cloud attacks, according to a new report from Elastic.
Immix, the global provider of commercial central station and remote SOC software for managed video and security services, today announced that Totem has achieved status as a certified video monitoring center through the Immix Central Station Certification program.
ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces that it will end support for ONVIF Profile S, and is recommending the use of its successor, Profile T.
Every year, the security industry debates whether artificial intelligence is a disruption, an enabler, or a distraction. By 2025, that conversation matured, where AI became a working dimension in physical identity and access management (PIAM) programs. Observations from 2025 highlight this turning point in AI’s role in access control and define how security leaders are being distinguished based on how they apply it.
PCC Secure, a provider of threat mitigation and protective architecture, has announced a strategic alliance with LandSkyAI, a technology firm specializing in AI-driven autonomous drone surveillance. The collaboration introduces SkyGuard, an advanced aerial monitoring solution designed to enhance perimeter security and situational awareness for high-risk properties.
PCC Secure announced recently that its library of Computer-Based Training programs has been officially recognized under the ASIS International Preferred CPE Provider Program.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Martin Gren as the 2025 recipient of the George R. Lippert Memorial Award, a prestigious honor presented annually to a distinguished individual for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and to SIA. Gren will be presented with the award on Nov. 19 during the 2025 SIA Celebrates & Honors event.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Yazmina Rawji of dormakaba as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Progress Award, an honor presented by SIA’s Women in Security Forum (WISF) community celebrating individuals who pave the way to success for women in the security industry. Rawji will be presented with the award on Nov. 19 during the 2025 SIA Celebrates & Honors event.
What if cameras could not only see the world, but interpret it—and respond like orchestra musicians reading sheet music: instantly, precisely, and in perfect harmony? That’s what global network technology leader Axis Communications set to find out.
LocklyPRO, the professional division of Lockly, and a leader in delivering advanced access solutions for commercial, multifamily, and enterprise properties, today announced the addition of two seasoned sales professionals to its growing leadership team. Wade Huber is now Western Region Sales Director, and Zachary Skidmore has been named Eastern Region Sales Director, appointments that mark a key milestone in LocklyPRO’s expansion strategy, which will strengthen its ability to serve customers nationwide and drive continued growth.
Comcast Business recently released its 2025 Cybersecurity Threat Report, a comprehensive analysis of 34.6 billion cybersecurity events detected between June 1,2024 and May 31, 2025. Now in its third year, the report offers business leaders a unique perspective into the evolving threat landscape and provides actionable insights to help organizations strengthen their defenses and align cybersecurity with business risk.
GSX produced a wonderful tradeshow earlier this week. Monday was surprisingly strong in the morning, and the afternoon wasn’t bad at all. That’s Monday’s results and asking attendees to travel on Sunday. Just a quick hint, no one wants to give up their weekend to travel and set up an exhibit booth. I’m just saying.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Oct 03, 2025