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CHIPS Office Pledges $2 Billion for Quantum Computing

The Department of Commerce signed letters of intent with nine tech companies to bolster domestic manufacturing and national security.

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Michael Barnes Wins 2026 Sara E. Jackson Award

The ESA named the investment banking veteran as its top annual honoree for industry leadership.

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AWS Expands Security Hub Extended Partner Roster

The cloud provider added seven new cybersecurity vendors to its curated marketplace plan, bringing the total to 21.



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ESA Announces Results for 2026 Board of Directors Election

The electronic security and life safety industry has chosen its next installment of leadership following a secure member voting process.

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Netwatch Names Justin Nagy as Chief Executive Officer

Justin Nagy takes the helm at the proactive video monitoring company, succeeding Kurt Takahashi to drive global growth and AI security operations.

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Fraunhofer IPMS Advances High Density Chiplet Integration

Researchers develop a quasi-monolithic method to seamlessly fuse modular semiconductor components at the wafer level.

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Siemens Launches AI Tool for Autonomous Building Operations

New managed service uses predictive and prescriptive intelligence to automate maintenance workflows and reduce operational costs.

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Minuteman Names Doug Cherney Critical Infrastructure Director

The enterprise security provider appointed the industry veteran to lead and expand its critical infrastructure sector.

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Salient Systems Names Steve Bell Head of Global Sales

The veteran technology executive will oversee enterprise growth and integrator relationships.

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Registration Opens for 2026 OPSTech Conference

The Monitoring Association launches registration for its late-summer operations and technology event in Dallas.

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COPS Monitoring Appoints Meg A. Watt as Marketing Director

A veteran security industry executive takes the helm of corporate communications and brand development strategies.

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Brivo Launches AI Friendly API for Security Integrators

Upgrades to the cloud-native platform allow developers to use artificial intelligence agents to build custom security apps in hours.

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Transforming Door Opening Design

Stop managing building openings with binders and spreadsheets; discover how unified software platforms are streamlining compliance and BIM integration.

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Trends of the Day: 8 Promising Trends That Are Redefining Identity In 2026

From invisible security in air travel to AI-powered fraud detection, discover the pivotal shifts making the person the ultimate credential.

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Keeping Pace: How Schools Can Plan And Execute a Pilot Program For a System Migration

Stop the rip-and-replace anxiety with a controlled pilot program that validates tech performance, engages stakeholders and proves ROI.

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The Key to Convergence: Mobile Access Moves Towards Wallet-Based Credentials

Adoption of mobile-based identity is surging as 74% of organizations ditch plastic badges for the security and convenience of digital wallets.

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The Hidden Attack Surface: Why Physical Security Needs Help From The IT World

From gunshot detection to door sensors, black box testing is no longer optional as life-safety devices become high-stakes nodes on the IT network.

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Protecting Today's Executives as Political Tensions Rise

With 42% of security leads reporting increased threats to leadership, executive protection is shifting from physical bodyguards to intelligence-led strategy.

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