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Orlando Police Officer Shot and Killed

UPDATE: Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Officer Captured

Markeith Loyd was captured on Tuesday, January 17.

Shots Fired at Fort Lauderdale Airport, Killing 1

The Latest: Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooting

A gunman opened fire, shooting at least 12 people and killing five of them.

Streamlining Arena Security

Streamlining Arena Security

Frustrated with a faulty analog security setup, Chicago’s United Center set out to raise their technology standards and centralize operations through a network system.

Heightened Security as Electors Gather to Cast Ballots

Heightened Security as Electors Gather to Cast Ballots

Electoral College voters will cast their ballots for President of the United States amid heightened security.

Officer in Critical Condition Following Standoff in Washington State

Officer in Critical Condition Following Standoff in Washington State

The suspect is in custody following an overnight standoff with police.

Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

A 19-year-old “survivalist” was arrested after bringing in weapons to Trump Tower on Tuesday.

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

A second night of violent protests broke out in Charlotte following an officer-involved shooting.

Orlando: The City of Security

Orlando: The City of Security

Orlando has been on the cutting edge of security even before ASIS 2016 showed up.



A Fine Balance: Bandwidth Consumption vs Live Video Monitoring

A Fine Balance: Bandwidth Consumption vs Live Video Monitoring

Managing security along public transit routes comes with many challenges.

The Art of Security

The Art of Security

Located just an hour west of Boston, the Worcester Art Museum is world-renowned for its 35,000-piece collection of paintings, sculptures, photographic prints, drawings and new media.

At Least 10 Injured at California Rally

At Least 10 Injured at California Rally

At least 10 were injured when a white supremacist group and counter-protesters clashed at a rally on the Sacramento Capitol steps Sunday, June 26.

Vanderbilt SMS Streamlines Access, Integrates Multiple Systems for Historic Ripon College

It was critical for Ripon to deploy a comprehensive safety and security program that streamlined access management across the expansive campus.

German Cinema Attacker Killed by Police after Hostage Situation

German Cinema Attacker Killed by Police after Hostage Situation

German police shot and killed a rifle-wielding man Thursday after he open fired in a movie theater and took hostages.

Airport Security Could Suffer from Brexit

Airport Security Could Suffer from Brexit

If Britain decides to leave the European Union, British airports may see a slump in security.

Security in Rio Questioned After Olympian Mugged

Security in Rio Questioned After Olympian Mugged

Australian Olympian, Liesl Tesch, was mugged outside the athlete accommodations in Rio.

FBI Release Timeline and Transcript of 911 Calls from Pulse Nightclub Shooting

FBI Release Timeline and Transcript of 911 Calls from Pulse Nightclub Shooting

Orlando Police and FBI released information about the sequence of events during the shooting that killed 49 and injured 53 more.

Plastic Surgeon Selects IDIS for Enhanced Security

Next-Generation IDIS Solution ensures robust safety and security environment for both patients and staff.

Mark Cuban to Donate $1 Million for Dallas Police Response to Orlando Shooting

Mark Cuban to Donate $1 Million for Dallas Police Response to Orlando Shooting

Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings announced Mark Cuban will donate $1 million to the Dallas PD to help enhance counterterrorism efforts.

Toddler Attacked by Alligator at Disney’s Grand Floridian

Toddler Attacked by Alligator at Disney's Grand Floridian

The search continues for the 2-year-old that was dragged into a lagoon near Disney’s Grand Floridian.

VidCon Increases Security in Wake of Florida Shootings

VidCon Increases Security in Wake of Florida Shootings

Officials of VidCon, a conference that brings Social Network stars and their fans together, will see increased security in the wake of the shootings in Florida.

Featured

  • Personal Liability Concerns Impact 70% of Cybersecurity Leaders

    BlackFog, provider of ransomware prevention and anti data exfiltration (ADX), recently unveiled its research conducted with UK and US IT Security decision makers. The research revealed that the majority of respondents, 70%, felt that stories of CISOs being held personally liable for cybersecurity incidents has negatively affected their opinion of the role. Read Now

  • Security Industry Association Announces the 2025 Security Megatrends

    The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2025 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry. Read Now

  • Generative AI, Cybersecurity Among Top Risks for Healthcare Provider Organizations in 2025

    Overseeing the use of generative artificial intelligence, enhancing cybersecurity and ensuring compliance with a host of federal healthcare regulations headline the Top Risks health systems face in 2025, according to an annual study by Kodiak Solutions. Read Now

  • Wisconsin Shooting Likely a 'Combination of Factors'

    Following the deaths of a teacher and student at Abundant Life Christian School in, Madison, Wisc., police chief Shon Barnes indicated that the motive appears to be a “combination of factors” for a 15-year-old female student’s attack on a study hall. Read Now

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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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