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Bucks County, PA Goes Live with Automated Secure Alarm Protocol

Bucks County becomes first agency in the State of Pennsylvania to implement ASAP; Alarm users to benefit from faster, more accurate emergency response.

Digi Security Systems Partners with Gallagher to Offer Protection Solutions

Powerful access and control solution gives customers complete site control

2017: The Year Encryption Goes Wild

2017: The Year Encryption Goes Wild

Maybe it’s time for a different (and maybe more affordably efficient) approach.



Vicon Announces New Valerus VMS Is Now Available

Vicon Valerus is built on open standards

Mission 500 Ends Year on a High Note

More than $800K Raised in 2016 for Children and Families in Crisis Across the U.S.

Hostage Situaton at Alabama Credit Union Near University Campus

Hostage Situaton at Alabama Credit Union Near University Campus

Tuscaloosa police confirm a hostage situation at Alabama Credit Union.

Mike Botten Joins LVC Sales Team

Growth from 2016 carries over to 2017 with the addition of Mike Botten to the LVC sales team.

Charlie Johnson Joins LVC Sales Team

The addition of Charlie Johnson to the LVC sales team is an exciting one.

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.

While these topics may seem somewhat disparate, there is actually a common thread amongst them: They all have security officers and end users concerned.

Single Sign-On and a Secure Portal

While these topics may seem somewhat disparate, there is actually a common thread among them: They all have security officers and end users concerned.

Security Firm Predicts the Internet Will Shut Down for 24 Hours in 2017

Security Firm Predicts the Internet Will Shut Down for 24 Hours in 2017

Security firm LogRhythm has predicted the internet will shut down for 24 hours in 2017 due to a massive DDoS attack.

Aiphone Upgrades GT Series for Multi-Tenant Buildings

Improved video quality, new slim tenant stations and VMS recording connectivity available

Hanwha Techwin America Expands to New Facility

New Location Will Optimize Service and Experience for Customers, Installers and Technology Partners

Sonitrol Reaches Record Number of Criminal Apprehensions

Sonitrol’s verified alarm detection techniques coupled with law enforcement partnerships result in more than 175,000 criminal apprehension to date

Top Security Innovations at CES 2017

Top Security Innovations at CES 2017

The annual Consumer Electronics Show had many security companies showing off their latest innovations.

ADS Security Begins 2017 with Acquisition of Fire Systems Integrator

Purchase of Falcon Fire Systems in Charleston, SC becomes 22nd branch for ADS.

Surveillance Footage Shows Toddler Rescuing Twin

Surveillance Footage Shows Toddler Rescuing Twin

A security camera catches footage of a toddler rescuing his twin brother from a fallen dresser.

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  • It's Show Time

    I am one of those people that likes to see things get bigger and better. As advertised, ISC West is going to be bigger (more exhibitors) and better (more attendees). It’s show time in Las Vegas. Read Now

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  • SIA Releases New Report on Operational Security Technology

    The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released an impactful new resource – Operational Security Technology: Principles, Challenges and Achieving Mission-Critical Outcomes Leveraging OST. Read Now

  • Cyber Overconfidence Is Leaving Your Organization Vulnerable

    The increased sophistication of cyber threats pumped by the relentless use of AI and machine learning brings forth record-breaking statistics. Cyberattacks grew 44% YoY in 2024, with a weekly average of 1,673 cyberattacks per organization. While organizations up their security game to help thwart these attacks, a critical question remains: Can employees identify a threat when they come across one? A Confidence Gap survey reveals that 86% of employees feel confident in their ability to identify phishing attempts. But things are not as rosy as they appear; the more significant part of the report finds this confidence misplaced. Read Now

  • Mission 500 Debuts Refreshed Identity Ahead of Security 5K/2K at ISC West

    Mission 500, the security industry’s nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting children in need across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity ahead of ISC West. The charity’s new look includes a modernized logo with refined messaging to reinforce Mission 500’s nearly decade-long commitment to serving the needs of children and families in crisis. Read Now

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    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.

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

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