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Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Intercepts Two Alien Smuggling Attempts

U.S. Border Patrol agents disrupted a few smuggling attempts.

Oct 10, 2018

Google Revamping Gmail and Android Security

Currently, Google Account users grant an app a lot of permissions to access their Google Account data in one fell swoop. After the changes are implemented, consumers will be able to grant or deny each permission individually.

By Jessica Davis
Oct 10, 2018

Google Shuts Down Google+ After Users' Data Exposed

Google has made the decision to shut down much of its social network following the disclosure of vulnerable data.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 09, 2018

California Bans Weak Passwords in Connected Devices

California has passed a law that sets higher standards for passwords.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 09, 2018

AI in Security Industry Expected to Exceed $35 Billion by 2024

Artificial Intelligence is finding a home in the security industry.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 09, 2018

Apple Contracts Police to Deter Thefts at Retail Stores

Apple is looking for new ways to deter theft from their retail stores.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 09, 2018

HID Global Joins HP at Cerner Health Conference to Showcase Solutions for Fighting Opioid Abuse and Protecting Patient Data

Oct 08, 2018

Arkansas State Fair Sees Security Increased

The fair is expected to see nearly 30,000 attendees daily, and the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) will be patrolling on and around the fairgrounds.

By Jessica Davis
Oct 08, 2018

NYC Invests $30 Million in Cybersecurity

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is launching Cyber NYC.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 08, 2018

New Training, Background Checks for Denver Security Guards

The city of Denver has revamped its licensing procedures for security guards.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 08, 2018

Presidential Alert Causes Large Scale False Alarms

The loud tone produced by devices receiving the Presidential Alert matched the frequencies monitored by security glass-break sensors.

By Alex Flitton
Oct 08, 2018

Hanwha Enhances Safety and Security for The Villages Retirement Community

Security has been a primary concern as The Villages grew. There are 93 gates controlling access within the community. All of these gates are monitored by video surveillance, with some gates also staffed for enhanced security.

Oct 07, 2018

China Reportedly Used Microchips to Infiltrate U.S. Companies

The claims have been strongly disputed by the technology companies.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 05, 2018

Las Vegas Hotels Beef Up Security One Year After Mass Shooting

It has been over a year since the mass shooting on a Las Vegas music festival. Here's what some companies are doing to step up security.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 05, 2018

A Test and An Alert

Americans are part of a FEMA alert notice

By Sulayman Brown, Thomas Crane
Oct 05, 2018

Capitol Increases Securty Following Kavanaugh Testimony

Police are stepping up patrols in the Capitol amid the intense debate over confirming Brett Kavanaugh.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 05, 2018

5 Things You Can Do to Avoid Battery-Related Risks

With unexpected severe weather and natural disasters looming, one power outage can leave your customers’ businesses at risk.

By Joe Padilla
Oct 04, 2018

FDA is Tackling Medical Device Security

The FDA is taking steps to strengthen medical device cybersecurity.

By Sydny Shepard
Oct 04, 2018

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2025 Gun Violence Statistics Show Signs of Progress

Omnilert, a national leader in AI-powered safety and emergency communications, has released its 2025 Gun Violence Statistics, along with a new interactive infographic examining national and school-related gun violence trends. In 2025, the U.S. recorded 38,762 gun-violence deaths, highlighting the continued importance of prevention, early detection, and coordinated response. Read Now
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Big Brand Tire & Service Rolls Out Interface Virtual Perimeter Guard

Interface Systems, a managed service provider delivering remote video monitoring, commercial security systems, business intelligence, and network services for multi-location enterprises, today announced that Big Brand Tire & Service, one of the nation’s fastest-growing independent tire and automotive service providers, has eliminated costly overnight break-ins and significantly reduced trespassing and vandalism at a high-risk location. The company achieved these results by deploying Interface Virtual Perimeter Guard, an AI-powered perimeter security solution designed to deter incidents before they occur. Read Now
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The Evolution of ID Card Printing: Customer Challenges and Solutions

The landscape of ID card printing is evolving to meet changing customer needs, transitioning from slow, manual processes to smart, on-demand printing solutions that address increasingly complex enrollment workflows. Read Now
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TSA Awards Rohde & Schwarz Contract for Advanced Airport Screening Ahead of Soccer World Cup 2026

Rohde & Schwarz, a provider of AI-based millimeter wave screening technology, announced today it has won a multi-million dollar award from TSA to supply its QPS201 AIT security scanners to passenger security screening checkpoints at selected Soccer World Cup 2026 host city airports. Read Now
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Brivo, Eagle Eye Networks Merge

Dean Drako, Chairman of Brivo, the leading global provider of cloud-native access control and smart space technologies, and Founder of Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud AI video surveillance, today announced the two companies will merge, creating the world’s largest AI cloud-native physical security company. The merged company will operate under the Brivo name and deliver a truly unified cloud-native security platform. Read Now
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