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FBI Prevented Islamic State Attacks on July 4th

FBI Prevented Islamic State Attacks on July 4th

10 people arrested over the past 4 weeks.

Trusted Resources Promote Safe, Secure Environments

Online Exclusive: Trusted Resources Promote Safe, Secure Environments

Mitigate insider threat and improve perimeter security and personnel assurance to ensure only trusted resources have access.

How Colleges and Universities Defend Against Cyber Threats

How Colleges and Universities Defend Against Cyber Threats

Take into consideration the hackers' motivation, then develop a plan of action.

Security Startup Octopus Raises $2.5M

Security Startup Octopus Raises $2.5M

The cloud-based physical security tool raised the money from a group called Singulariteam.

IC Real Tech Creates Virtual Reality Viewing App for the 2015 MISS USA Pageant

The Miss USA 720 Experience App lets iPhone, iPad and Android users watch pageant contestants live behind-the-scenes in a 360 x 360-degree immersive video format.

Online Exclusive: Electronic Access Control for the Medical Facility and Beyond

Online Exclusive: Electronic Access Control for the Medical Facility and Beyond

Increasing mobility of equipment raises new concerns of managing access and keeping data confidential.

TRI-ED Announces 2015 USA Stadium Tours

Customers take part in a day of networking, demos, trainings, an expo and a night out at the ballgame.

CINCH systems, Inc. Introduces CeLAN Door-EZ

Door and gate control for entry management.



REELEX Signs Four New Licensees in 1H 2015

Catalysts include improvements in global economy and successful anti-knockoff education effort aimed at differentiating imitators.

EXAIR's New Catalog 28 Offers 192 Pages of Intelligent Compressed Air Solutions

Full color technical guide with solutions common for industrial cooling, drying, conveying, blowoff, cleaning, coating and static electricity problems.

LILIN Merges the Power of 360 Degree Video Surveillance

Affordability of an analog dome camera with the new CMD2422 series camera that captures the entire scene.

United Airlines Resuming Flights after Computer Glitch

United Airlines Resuming Flights after Computer Glitch

Flights were grounded nationwide due to a network connectivity issue.

BCDVideo Introduces Second-generation SMARTcontrol Management Suite

System-monitoring package comes standard on all company's enterprise access control and video recording platforms.

IC Realtime Enters Access Control Arena

Video surveillance cameras and recorders now fully integrate with entry-point control hardware and software solutions for smooth one-click navigation viewing.

Town Organizes Electrifying Fundraiser for Public Safety

Town Organizes Electrifying Fundraiser for Public Safety

The one and only prize that is probably a once-in-a-life-time experience that's actual legal.

Hikvision Honored as Electronic Security Association's Executive Strategic Partner

Commitment to innovative security technology and enrichment opportunities for customers.

New Warden and Increased Security after Prison Escape in New York

New Warden and Increased Security after Prison Escape in New York

A range of new security measures has been put in place at the maximum-security prison in upstate New York

Nortek Security & Control Acquires Health and Wellness Technology Business from Numera

Technology-focused transaction positions Nortek to better serve the growing demand for mobile personal safety and telehealth solutions.

Panasonic True 4K Cameras Now Shipping

Features advanced sensor and custom-built optics in an outdoor vandal dome and outdoor vandal fixed unit.

RemoteLock ACS from LockState Offers Cloud-based Access Control

Integrates external door controllers with internal, stand-alone, Wi-Fi-connected locks.

FAAST XS Aspirating Smoke Detectors Now Available for Smaller Applications

Variable speed fan allows users to select best coverage for a unique space.

Mobiliya Technologies Partners with Sonim Technologies

Unveils ultra-rugged, secure, enterprise-managed mobile smartphones.

ZKAccess Releases EC10 Elevator Control Panel

A secure, scalable and affordable access control solution primarily designed to control floor access.

AvaLAN Wireless Solves PCI 3.0 Compliance for World’s Largest Retailers

Combination of technologies deliver unique solutions for IoT networking.

Allegion to Acquire Simonsvoss

Electronic lock company has comprehensive suite of solutions for access control.

Apollo Affiliated Funds Enter Security Monitoring

Simultaneous acquisitions of Protection 1 and ASG Security.

China Adopts New National Security Law

China Adopts New National Security Law

Critics have said the law might be used to eliminate dissent.

Business Units Built from Basics

Business Units Built from Basics

New Orleans is a terrific destination city. It is filled with history, music and adventure.

Always Thinking of the Integrator

Sit down for a conversation with Brian Wiser, the president of sales in North America at Bosch Security Systems, and concern for the integrator will surface pretty quickly.

Mapping the Way Forward

Mapping the Way Forward

Any security investment starts with a realization that you have people and things to protect.

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  • 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

  • Survey: 54% of Organizations Cite Technical Debt as Top Hurdle to Identity System Modernization

    Modernizing identity systems is proving difficult for organizations due to two key challenges: decades of accumulated Identity and Access Management (IAM) technical debt and the complexity of managing access across multiple identity providers (IDPs). These findings come from the new Strata Identity-commissioned report, State of Multi-Cloud Identity: Insights and Trends for 2025. The report, based on survey data from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), highlights trends and challenges in securing cloud environments. The CSA is the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment. Read Now

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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

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions. 3

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols. 3