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Trump Administration, DHS Fight to Ensure American Technological Advantage and Competitiveness on Innovative Technologies

Trump Administration, DHS Fight to Ensure American Technological Advantage and Competitiveness on Innovative Technologies

The Trump Administration continues its work to ensure America’s technological and innovative edges are guaranteed by offering the first National Strategy for Critical and Emerging Technology.

INTRUSION’s New Cybersecurity Solution, Shield, Brings Government-Level Cybersecurity to Businesses

INTRUSION Inc. has announced that it is now taking pre-orders on its newest cybersecurity solution for the enterprise, INTRUSION Shield™. Shield takes an entirely new approach to protecting an organization’s network by not merely alerting to cyber threats but immediately neutralizing them, keeping businesses safe without the need for human intervention.

SALTO Invests in Austrian Company Gantner to Strengthen its Access Control Solutions Portfolio

SALTO Systems has acquired Gantner Electronic Austria Holding GmbH.

Byos “micro-gateway” Brings Zero Trust to WFH and Remote Endpoints ; Blocks “Dirty Half Dozen” Wi-Fi Attacks VPNs Cannot Touch

2020 marks the dawn of the era of the remote worker, and the need for organizations to secure their sensitive data and prevent contagion of corporate networks by their remote workforce has never been so great.

Interface Security Systems Promotes Brent Duncan to President and COO

Interface Security Systems has announced the promotion of Brent Duncan to president and COO. Interface Security Systems is a portfolio company of SunTx Capital Partners and Prudential Capital Partners.

ACRE Partners with WaveLynx Technologies to Drive Mobile Access Control Growth

ACT ID features zero-touch, cloud-issued credentials for enrollment into a user’s access control system.

Law Enforcement Data “Blue Leaker”: a Danger or a Public Service?

Law Enforcement Data “Blue Leaker”: a Danger or a Public Service?

The recent release of a massive cache of sensitive Law Enforcement data has been in the news recently. The trove of roughly 270 gigabytes of data posted to the Denial of Secrets website has been referred to as “BlueLeaks.”

TSA Using credential authentication technology to improve identification verification capabilities

TSA Using credential authentication technology to improve identification verification capabilities

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Billings International Airport (BIL) is now using new technology in the security checkpoint that confirms the validity of a traveler’s identification and confirms their flight information in near real time.



DHS Announces ICE Enforcement Actions on Criminal Aliens Released Due To California Sanctuary Policies

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the conclusion to a week-long targeted enforcement operation that resulted in the apprehension of more than 125 at-large aliens

ADI Expands; Second Location to Serve Greater Toronto Area

ADI Global Distribution has announced a second location in Scarborough, Ontario. This marks ADI's second location to serve the Greater Toronto Area and tenth location in Canada, and strengthens its commitment to providing the best and most convenient service to dealers.

An Investment in Remote Workforce is an Investment in the Future

An Investment in Remote Workforce is an Investment in the Future

It is no mystery that the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed remote working to the forefront of critical business issues for companies like never before.

ISONAS Pure IP Access Control Solution Deployed at Engel Electric

ISONAS Inc., a part of the Allegion family of brands, has announced that the ISONAS™ Pure IP™ access control solution has been installed at a new 8,000-square-foot facility in Rockford, IL.

High Quality Integration

Whether you are walking through U.S. customs at an airport or the lobby at a critical facility like a data center, a visitor checkpoint to verify your identity is standard.

Smarter Power Consumption

What if the next generation of IoT sensing solutions offered ubiquitous, unobtrusive, and more aesthetically pleasing sensing? And, what would that mean for security and compliance?

Medina County Implements Checkups Version 2 to Further Boost Criminal Justice System Remote Monitoring Efforts

County has worked with San Antonio-based tech company for nearly two years to check in with offenders using an innovative mobile app, now adds more customized features

Meet the Director of Happiness

It is true that a picture is worth a thousand words. A nice, feel-good story is an escape from the mundane world of work.

Driving New Opportunities

Driving New Opportunities

When network video cameras first came on the market, they were chiefly bare bones video streaming devices.

Today’s Essentials

Many of today’s video security systems feature 4K HD video to help human operators monitor and react better, but also to provide the best possible raw video data for the AI and machine learning programs that are used to continuously enhance operations.

No Touch, Low Touch

No Touch, Low Touch

The global COVID-19 pandemic has made eliminating the spread of germs a critically important life-safety imperative.

Bringing Rapid Identification

As biometric readers play an increasingly prominent role in law enforcement, one of the newest high-value use cases is the ability to identify persons of interest on the street using smaller mobile biometric readers that are easy and safe for officers to both carry and use.

Democratizing Access

Democratizing Access

The Dover International Speedway’s high-banked, one-mile concrete oval race track is known as “The Monster Mile”.

Shifting Strategies

The onslaught of COVID-19 has elevated security measures in every border control operation within the Department of Homeland Security.

Going the Distance

Networked devices have made all the difference in giving security and communication systems far more ubiquity, capabilities, and performance than anyone could have dreamed of when the IP was invented in 1974.

An Essential Business

The manufacturing sector is extraordinarily diverse, ranging from the manufacturing of advanced fighter jets to ventilators, and pharmaceutical products to cars, paper products, steel, clothing, high-tech components and beyond.

12 Months Remaining Until Full REAL ID Enforcement Deadline

12 Months Remaining Until Full REAL ID Enforcement Deadline

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reminding Americans that only 12 months remain until the Oct. 1, 2021, REAL ID enforcement goes into effect.

Data Security Encryption Approaches Deliver Varying Levels of Multi-Cloud Data Security

Data Security Encryption Approaches Deliver Varying Levels of Multi-Cloud Data Security

The challenges of protecting data and using encryption across public/private cloud, SaaS, and on-premises environments increase complexity, cost and security risk

Resideo’s Professionally-installed and Monitored Security, Life Safety and Smart Home Control System Now Available in North America

Resideo Technologies Inc. has announced the availability of its Honeywell Home ProSeries Security and Smart Home Platform. From an entry-level security system to a fully integrated smart home solution, the ProSeries Platform offers dealers that serve residential and small businesses a complete, end-to-end solution, and expands Resideo's overall portfolio of connected security solutions and services.

How Can Organizations Ensure Data Security

How Can Organizations Ensure Data Security

The cybersecurity scene is advancing at a fast-paced rate and concurrently, advances in technologies are progressively becoming better at aiding cybercriminals and hackers to take advantage of data security loopholes.

Alcatraz Sponsors PSA Security Network’s ADAPT 2020 Virtual Event

Alcatraz, developer of autonomous access control products, has been added to the lineup of sponsors for PSA Security Network’s ADAPT 2020 virtual managerial conference for system integrators.

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Trump's COVID-19 Diagnosis Postpones Campaign Events; Biden Tests Negative

President Donald Trump announced early Friday he and first lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19.

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  • DHS Announces $279.9 Million in Grant Funding for FY 2024 State, Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

    Today, the Department of Homeland Security announced the availability of $279.9 million in grant funding for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). Now in its third year, this program provides funding to state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments to help reduce cyber risk and build resilience against evolving cybersecurity threats. Read Now

  • 2024 Security Today New Product of the Year Award Winners Announced

    More than 20 companies are being recognized this year for products that help keep us safe. Read Now

  • It Always Rains in Florida

    Over the years, and many trips to various cities, I have experienced some of the craziest memorable things. One thing I always count on when going to Orlando is a massive rainstorm after the tradeshow has concluded the first day. Count on it, it is going to rain Monday evening. Expect that it will be a gully washer. Read Now

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  • Live from GSX 2024 Preview

    It’s hard to believe, but GSX 2024 is almost here. This year’s show runs from Monday, September 23 to Wednesday, September 25 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The Campus Security Today and Security Today staff will be on hand to provide live updates about the security industry’s latest innovations, trends, and products. Whether you’re attending the show or keeping tabs on it from afar, we’ve got you covered. Make sure to follow the Live from GSX page for photos, videos, interviews, product demonstrations, announcements, commentary, and more from the heart of the show floor! Read Now

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  • 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

  • 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

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3