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Hikvision Achieves Risk Management Framework Certification from U.S. Army

Products passed rigorous battery of tests, proving resilience to vulnerabilities.

HID Global Introduces Ultra-thin Epoxy Tag RFID Transponder

Epoxy Tag UHF units endure the rigors of plastic injection molding processes, making them ideal for embedding during production of industrial containers.

New Automatic IP Camera Addressing Feature Highlights exacqVision 6.4 Release

Latest launch also includes VideoPush video wall feature.

Security Partners and WAVE Electronics Announce Collaborative Rebate

Program between two companies gives security dealers a profit advantage for purchased products and monitoring services.

Security Industry Association Releases Latest Version of False Alarm Reduction Standard

Recommend design features for security system control panels and associated arming/disarming devices to reduce incidence of false alarm dispatches.

Ready for Unlimited Scalability with Milestone Arcus-embedded Solutions

Proof-of-concept will be shown at ASIS 2014.

Symmetry's Edge Network, Two-door, PoE-enabled Controller Delivers Flexible Options

EN-2DBC Edge Network Controller offers security installers a state-of-the-art panel.

Experience Razberi Technologies Network Video Solutions at ASIS 2014

Attendees encouraged to interact with company's latest all-in-one network video solutions.



Code Blue and Vigitron Announce Partnership

Strategic partnership to improve networking of emergency communication systems.

US Security Associates Gathers in Company's Hometown for ASIS

Hosting several event to enhance the ASIS experience.

Allegion to Host Press Conference at ASIS International 2014

Discussion consists of new company's new electronic security offerings and a school security seminar.

Ocularis Enables Seamless Integration between Atlanta Public Schools and Police Department

Heightened situational awareness provides enhanced public safety and security.

Chris Meiter to Lead Salient Systems as President

Will provide leadership to continue to position company in the forefront of the physical security industry.

ASIS 2014 Mobile App Available

The ASIS 2014 mobile app is a native application for iPad, smartphones (iPhone and Android), and a hybrid web-based app for Blackberry. A web-based version is available for other web-enabled devices.

ASIS to Pilot Two New Certificate Programs at ASIS 2014

Two certificate programs, Critical Thinking Skills for Security Solutions and Developing and Implementing an Insider Threat Program, join the slate of high-quality pre-Seminar programing taking place the days before ASIS 2014 opens.

Free Career Coaching and Resumes Reviews in Career Pavilion

Security practitioners and job seekers will get answers to their career-related questions and challenges—and learn how to best position themselves on the job at the 3rd annual Career Pavilion, September 29-October 2. Sponsored by University of Phoenix, the Pavilion will feature free career coaching and resume reviews, professional development sessions, and career services. Open to all registered attendees.

Where Does Traditional Security Begin and Logical Security End?

The mass migration of everyday objects becoming interconnected, or the “Internet of Things (IoT)” as the industry has coined it, exemplifies the merger between traditional and logical security. With the IoT, we must ask ourselves where traditional security begins and logical security ends. From security cameras to cars to medical devices and now even home appliances like refrigerators, what, if anything, can be identified as only traditional or logical security anymore.

Investigation into Pacific Gas & Electric’s Security Shows Weaknesses

Investigation into Pacific Gas & Electric’s Security Shows Weaknesses

A local NBC affiliate in the Bay Area looked into the security of a utility company that was attacked a year ago.

An Educational Look at ASIS 2014

Before every event I attend, it seems I’m always at a loss for words. You see, I don’t like knowing what’s going to happen; I just like going and absorbing things as they come.

Canon USA Introduces Ten New Feature-packed Megapixel Network Cameras

New cameras include multiple form factors with wide range of features and benefits to meet various security and surveillance applications.

Secret Service Reviews White House Security after Intruder Enters Mansion

Secret Service Reviews White House Security after Intruder Enters Mansion

A military vet who served three tours in Iraq jumped the White House fence and entered the front door

iPhone PIN Code Hack Using Thermal Imaging

iPhone PIN Code Hack Using Thermal Imaging

If thermal image taken right after someone touched keypad, researchers able to guess the correct PIN 80% of the time.

Video Insight Adds Access Control to Its Enterprise VMS at No Extra Charge

Latest version of VI Monitor v6 includes MonitorCastEDU, an access control product designed specifically for multi-campus education market.

Security Industry Grows in Kenya after Westgate Attack

Security Industry Grows in Kenya after Westgate Attack

The attack on the Westgate shopping mall has led to boosted business in the private security industry.

Apple Can’t Unlock your iPhone for the Police, even with a Search Warrant

Apple Can’t Unlock Your iPhone for the Police, Even With a Search Warrant

The company says it has made it impossible in order to deflect allegations of collecting user information.

HID Global Achieves Four-star Austin Energy Green Building Rating

Facility’s AEGB rating follows recent LEED Platinum certification and recognition as one of Austin’s best new buildings, and required HID Global to meet even more stringent sustainability guidelines.

HID Global Ireland Receives Environmental Management System Certification

The first HID Global site in Europe to achieve ISO14001 certification and follows earlier accomplishment at company’s Malaysia operation, further reinforcing company’s commitment to reducing its daily environmental impact around the world.

Xentry Systems Integration and Ascom Partner

Partnership streamlines mission critical healthcare communications for customers.

MOBOTIX Corp Prevails In Patent Dispute

USPTO cancels patent.

IDSecurityOnline.com Ranks #214 on the 2014 Inc. 500 List

Named as the 4th fastest growing security company in the United States.

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