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Mr. C Spa & Beauty Emphasizes Sophistication and Elegance

Security meets contemporary architectural design with Rockwood decorative pulls.

Halo Smart Labs Launches Halo WX, a Smoke Alarm with Patented "Imminent Danger" Alerts

To offer better protection at an affordable price to most homeowners.

Work App Tracked Woman

Work App Tracked Woman's Movements 24/7

Likened app to a prisoner’s ankle bracelet, informing boss his actions are illegal.

Hackers Have Figured Out How to Steal from Starbucks Cards

Hackers Have Figured Out How to Steal from Starbucks Cards

Users who have auto-reload setup on their digital card might be vulnerable.

Security System Sprays Intruders with Synthetic DNA

Security System Sprays Intruders with Synthetic DNA

Subway restaurants taking a stand against robbery and crime.

Four Important Things You Need to Know about Hi-PoE

Online Exclusive: Four Important Things You Need to Know about Hi-PoE

Seemingly limitless system applications allows manufacturers to significantly increase capabilities of cameras and other devices.

Baseball security

MLB Increases Baseball Security after Deflategate

The league is beefing up security for the balls.



Code Blue Partners with AMID Strategies

Strategies to bolster relationships with A&E specifiers.

New Ocularis v5.0 Video Management Software Now Available for Delivery

Innovative technology platform delivers power, affordability and independence.

Bosch Security Systems Opens New Distribution Center in South Carolina

New site will receive, store and ship more than 50,000 different video surveillance, intrusion and fire detection, access control and management systems and audio and conference systems products.

Triplett Announces New Digital MultiMeters

Low cost, feature rich with large backlit displays.

Hikvision Meets with Legislators for ESAs Day on Capitol Hill

Discussion of important issues affecting the security industry: apprenticeship programs, school security and telecommunications.

Mission 500 Sponsors an Additional 127 Children in Mexico

Approximately 700 children now sponsored in Mexico.

AMAG Technology Introduces Symmetry CONNECT

Policy-based platform providing safety, security and risk management capabilities for organizations demanding a process and policy-based approach to managing enterprise security functions.

Gun Debate Pits TSA and Airport Police Against Each Other

Gun Debate Pits TSA and Airport Police Against Each Other

To arm or not to arm, that is the question.

White House Fence gets Spikes for Security

White House Fence gets Spikes for Security

Secret Service hopes to deter and inhibit people from climbing over the fence.

Genetec Stratocast Partners with Digicel Group

Offers cloud-based video surveillance to businesses across the Caribbean.

ISCON Imaging Aligns Focus

Driving new levels of operational and workplace safety and loss prevention.

Smart Payment Association Releases Total Market Estimate 2014 Figures

Close to half of cards featured contactless payment capability.

SureView Systems Honored with Government Security Award

Immix platform recognized as Platinum-level winner.

HID Global and Botosoft Launch Mobile Student ID System in West Africa

Mobile Student ID system helps WAEC combat identity fraud and preserve the value of an education in Nigeria.

Threaded Line Vac Turns Pipe Into a Conveyor

Small size perfect for fitting in the cramped spaces and tight confines.

ZKAccess Welcomes CCTV.Net as a New Distribution Partner

Biometrics and RFID security solutions meets cameras, DVRs, NVRs, video analysts, access control systems and more.

Hard Rock

Hard Rock Reports Security Breach

The hotel & casino says hackers may have access to information about credit and debit cards.

Improve Your Chances of Surviving a Plane Crash

Improve Your Chances of Surviving a Plane Crash

Practical tips airplane safety tips detail what you should do before and during a flight as well as during an emergency situation.

ComNet Introduces All New CopperLine

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic wireless and copper transmission and networking equipment, is introducing major capability upgrades in its all new CopperLine Ethernet over COAX/UTP distance extending product line.

On the Playing Field

On the Playing Field

Table for Two or Four

Table for Two, or Four

Mexico City has more than 25 million people. Where do all these people eat when they want a night out on the town? The majority don't go out, I'm sure. But those who do travel to the Polanco district.

La expo México era muy bueno

El expo en Mexico fue un enorme éxito

Generally, on day three of a tradeshow, exhibitors take the time to talk to each other and their products and solutions. Expo de Seguridad is a little bit different. The show hours are extended into the morning, which seemed odd, but there is quite a bit of traffic after the 2 p.m. hour. Everyone is anxiously engaged.

Featured

  • 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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New Products

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings. 3

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file. 3

  • Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

    Connect ONE®

    Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation. 3