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The Cloud Can Change Everything for Law Enforcement

Many people envision law enforcement agencies around the country as resembling mythical portrayals on TV and in movies, with leading-edge technology that can track every suspect’s move across the grid.

The Roots of Remote Monitoring

Over the years, remote monitoring has become increasingly sophisticated as wireless area network (WAN) bandwidth, transmission speeds and image quality have improved. Today’s remote monitoring systems can scale almost infinitely, making them cost-effective solutions for securing large, geographically dispersed environments.

USSS Director Writes Testimony Regarding White House Perimeter Breach

USSS Director Writes Testimony Regarding White House Perimeter Breach

Director Pierson brings up some new concerns about the Secret Service.

Panasonic Introduces New i-PRO ULTRA 360 Dome Cameras

Panasonic System Communications Company of North America recently announced its new i-PRO ULTRA 360 panoramic indoor (WV-SFV480) and outdoor (WV-SFN481) cameras that offer ultra high resolution, ultra sensitivity, ultra intelligence and ultra toughness.

Choice of Words

In my business we get to use words to explain and herald new products, technology and solutions. In this business, our writing follows the AP Stylebook. It's supposed to help journalists use the right words.

New Smart Thermal Camera from SightLogix Increases Performance and Lowers Costs

SightLogix is displaying the third generation of the company's innovative SightSensor thermal camera here at ASIS 2014. The new SightSensor provides the most accurate security solution for outdoor applications while solving a fundamental economic challenge for the industry.

Quantum Secure Drives the Next Evolution of Enterprise Security

Quantum Secure, a provider of enterprise software to fully integrate physical identity and access management (PIAM) across multiple systems, is demonstrating the company's latest advancements for enterprise and SMB users here at ASIS 2014.

EMC Introduces New VNX-VSS100 and Isilon Enhancements for Surveillance Storage

Expanded partnerships and EMC-validated solutions help simplify and lower surveillance costs



Salient System's CompleteView Video Management System and Sentry360's DeWarping Target High-End Markets

Sentry360 announced today the integration of Salient System's CompleteView video management system (VMS) with their award-winning product line of high-megapixel surveillance cameras.

Altronix to Showcase its Latest Line of Pace Long Range Ethernet Adapters at ASIS 2014

Altronix, a manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and transmission Ethernet Adapters here at ASIS 2014.

PPM Demonstrates the Power of Incident Management at ASIS

As a provider of incident management solutions, PPM 2000 is showcasing a number of introductions and enhancements to their offerings at this year's ASIS show.

Interlogix Adds New TruVison IP Video Recorder Camera Kits for Small Commercial Operations

Interlogix is now offering the new TruVision NVR 10 (TVN 10) IP-based recorder, bundled with four cameras for easy ordering and installation of video systems for small commercial operations. Interlogix is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

Samsung and OnSSI to Premier New Benchmarks in Integration at ASIS

Samsung Techwin America and OnSSI will be introducing a new integrated solution that delivers higher levels of centralized system management and control, integral dewarping for improved wide area coverage, and high capacity in-camera network video recording (NVR) at the ASIS Seminar and Exhibition this month.

DVTEL Introduces the New ioimage HD Camera

DVTEL recently announced the release of its new ioimage HD CF-5222 (2.1MP HD 1080p) and CF-5212 (1.3MP HD 720p) cameras, which bring military-grade video analytics and Quasar HD broadcast-quality IP video together for critical infrastructure protection.

Frontier Debuts Nimble and Intelligent Security Controller

Frontier Security, a developer of integrated enterprise security management solutions for more than 35 years, announced today the release of the Cylon Security Controller.

Galaxy Control Systems Offers Access Control Benefits for Education Beyond the Conventional

At this year's ASIS trade show and convention, Galaxy Control Systems is featuring the unique capabilities of its powerful access control software platform specifically for use in K-12 schools.

MOBOTIX Presents New IP Video Solutions at ASIS 2014

At this year's 60th Annual ASIS International Conference and Exhibition, MOBOTIX presents a new compact sized Hemispheric camera, demonstrates its recent remote station for the IP video door intercom and introduces new software developments. The MOBOTIX technology booth is located at 3405.

STANLEY Security Announces TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Program Now Available for Higher Education

STANLEY Security, a manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces this year's TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program, now open to the higher education market.

National Park Service Selects SpotterRF Radar to Protect Mount Rushmore and its Visitors

The National Park Service has been using SpotterRF Compact Radar as a key component of its perimeter protection efforts at Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota for the past year.

Arecont Vision Demonstrates SurroundVideo Panoramic Megapixel Cameras

Arecont Vision is previewing the company's latest developments in panoramic megapixel imaging here ASIS 2014 (booth# 337).

Microsoft Global Security Commits to Physical-Logical Access/Interoperability Spec From the PSIA

Three years ago, at the ASIS International security convention in Orlando, FL., Microsoft Global Security did the rounds, visiting standards and interoperability groups to discuss and encourage meaningful progress, as they charted their way to the cloud for Microsoft's physical security technology functions.

MicroPower Technologies Introduces Remote Network Surveillance Solution for Remote and Isolated Sites

MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announced today the availability of remote network surveillance solutions designed for isolated or unmanned facilities, such as those commonly found in the oil and gas, water utility, critical infrastructure and power substations industries.

ASSA ABLOY Introduces New Technologies for Mobile Access, Wireless, and Sustainability

Furthering its commitment as the global leader in total door opening solutions, ASSA ABLOY opened the 2014 ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits with the announcement of 75 new products, highlighted by solutions for mobile access, wireless and sustainability.

One New and One Popular Security Trend Discovered at ASIS 2014

There's a particular hum at all tradeshows: the sound of voices talking and electronic devices interjecting their digital sounds, a cross between human and machine. Yet, each tradeshow has a feel all its own. This year, ASIS 2014 seems to come in "waves."

Sidney Airport Triggers Full-Scale Security Alert after Man on iPad wanders through Exit

Sydney Airport Triggers Full-Scale Security Alert after Man on iPad wanders through Exit

A man wandered into a secure area via an exit while focused on his iPad.

SightLogix Announces Strategic Partner Program with Axis Communications

SightLogix recently announced the launch of their new Strategic Partner Program at ASIS 2014.

What Does Apple

What Does Apple's NFC-enabled iPhone 6 Really Mean for Access Control and Identity Management?

Documentation for iOS8 confirms no open access for developers to the NFC controller in the phone and no NFC APIs in the iOS8 SDK.

Chris Meiter to lead Salient Systems as President

Salient Systems Corporation, a leader in enterprise video surveillance solutions, is pleased to announce Chris Meiter has been appointed President of the company. Meiter will report directly to Salient Systems CEO Bob Wilbur.

Axis Introduces AXIS Camera Station S10 Designed for Mid-Sized Installations

Axis Communications announces AXIS Camera Station S10 Recorder Series. AXIS Camera Station is preloaded on high-quality servers and configured to perfectly match Axis' wide range of network cameras, providing both ease of installation and reliability.

David Working with Goliath

It's a story tried and true. The little guy takes on the big guy, or gal, and probably doesn't come out the winner. However, you might recall the story of David and Goliath and how it turned out - the small guy wins.

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    Cybersecurity is the top technology priority for the vast majority of organizations, but moving from aspiration to reality requires a top-to-bottom commitment that many companies have yet to make, according to new research released today by CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the technology industry and workforce. Read Now

  • Live from GSX 2024: Day 3 Recap

    And GSX 2024 in Orlando, is officially in the books! I’d like to extend a hearty congratulations and a sincere thank-you to our partners in this year’s Live From program—NAPCO, Eagle Eye Networks, Hirsch, and LVT. Even though the show’s over, keep an eye on our GSX 2024 Live landing page for continued news and developments related to this year’s vast array of exhibitors and products. And if you’d like to learn more about our Live From program, please drop us a line—we’d love to work with you in Las Vegas at ISC West 2025. Read Now

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  • Bringing New Goods to Market

    The 2024 version of GSX brought with it a race to outrun incoming hurricane Helene. With it’s eye on Orlando, it seems to have shifted and those security professionals still in Orlando now have a fighting chance to get out town. Read Now

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  • Live from GSX 2024: Day 2 Recap

    Day 2 was another winner at GSX 2024 in Orlando. Aisles and booths were packed with attendees looking at some of the new and latest security technology. Remember to follow the GSX Live page from Security Today, as well as SecurToday on X and Security Today on LinkedIn to find out more about what’s happening on the show floor during tomorrow’s final day. Here’s what was happening with all four of our partners during the event on Tuesday. Read Now

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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.” 3

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities 3

  • FEP GameChanger

    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction. 3