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Paris Attackers Could have used PlayStation 4 to Communicate

Paris Attackers Could have used PlayStation 4 to Communicate

Authorities acknowledge the PlayStation 4 gaming console as an effective avenue of covert communication for terrorists.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 16, 2015
The NFL tightened security at all of its stadiums Nov.15, 2015, following the terrorist attacks in Paris.

NFL Tightens Security at Stadiums

"Following the events in Paris on Friday, we are closely monitoring events and have been in communication with the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI, which have informed us that there are no known threats against NFL stadiums," the league said in a statement about the heightened security measures Nov. 15.

  • Nov 15, 2015
Hackers could be Targeting Your Smart TV

Hackers Could Be Targeting Your Smart TV

Avast researchers have found a number of vulnerabilities in Smart TVs.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 13, 2015


Albany Jail Plans for Security Upgrades after Risk Assessment

Albany Jail Plans for Security Upgrades after Risk Assessment

Albany County Jail plan to make security upgrades worth over $200,000.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 12, 2015

BrandDog Media Supplies B2B Marketing

After years in the industry, Guy Apple has started an outsourced marketing firm.

  • Nov 12, 2015

Panaseer Raises $2.25 Million Seed Investment

Fast-growing cyber security software firm attracts new clients in UK and US.

  • Nov 12, 2015
This Key Industry is Way Behind on Data Security

This Key Industry is Way Behind on Data Security

Despite the growing cyber attacks, the health care industry continues to shortchange Americans when it comes to data security.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 12, 2015

Storage – What is the Right Choice for You?

This article provides an overview of common storage systems and their pros and cons. To help you make the right decision.

  • By Christoph Bast
  • Nov 12, 2015

Miami Security Community to Host Second Annual Fundraising Event

A musical performance will help raise money for Latin American children in need.

  • Nov 11, 2015

Oncam Expands Global Reach

The company hadded a new VP of Sales for EMEA and a VP of Sales for the Americas.

  • Nov 11, 2015
3 Charged in Largest-Ever U.S. Bank Data Breach

3 Charged in Largest-Ever U.S. Bank Data Breach

Federal authorities say three people have been charged in the largest theft of consumer data from a U.S. financial institution in history.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 11, 2015
Military Creates New “Iron Man” Suit

Military Creates New “Iron Man” Suit

The U.S. military is closer than ever to putting Iron Man on the front lines.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 10, 2015

Two-Thirds of Security Professionals Expect at Least One Acquisition Next Year

A Capital One survey found that eighty-five percent also expect improved financial performance.

  • Nov 10, 2015

Metro Sales Group to Represent Sielox Solutions

Sielox Solutions partners with Metro Sales Group to serve as manufacturers' representative in the northeast.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 10, 2015
We increasingly live and work in them, but how safe are our cities?

The Future of Safe Cities

Wrightstyle is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of advanced steel and aluminium glazing systems, supplying fire and blast resistant systems worldwide. Jane Embury, the company’s marketing director, discusses our growing love affair with cities, and the new kinds of threat they face.

  • By Jane Embury
  • Nov 10, 2015

Orion Entrance Control to Showcase Turnstiles at ISC East

Orion will unveil its newest and most exciting partnerships at ISC East 2015.

  • Nov 09, 2015
Surveillance: debunking the biggest transport security myth

Surveillance: Debunking the Biggest Transport Security Myth

Why safe travel doesn’t have to mean slow travel

  • Nov 09, 2015
Surveillance Footage Helps Make Sense of Shooting near Subway Entrance

Surveillance Footage Helps Make Sense of Shooting near Subway Entrance

Video surveillance helps to map out events of triple shooting near subway entrance.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Nov 09, 2015

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    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

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    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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    The evolution of urban environments is being reshaped by the convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and open platform VMS. As cities worldwide grapple with growing populations and increasing operational complexities, these integrated technologies are emerging as powerful tools for creating more livable, efficient, and secure urban spaces. Read Now

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  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.”

  • 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.

  • 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.