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Keyscan Announces Mertens-Brennan Partnership

Promotion began in the Texas and Louisiana regions as of November 1, 2014.

HID Global's NFC Tag Technology Reduces Fraud in Home Healthcare Market

Integrity caregivers established “proof of presence” by tapping HID Global’s trusted tags with their NFC-enabled smartphone, eliminating opportunities to falsify records.

Survey Says Security Chiefs Expect Boost in Cloud Spending

Survey Says Security Chiefs Expect Boost in Cloud Spending

IBM conducted a survey of nearly 150 security chiefs.



NACE Great Rated by Its Employees

Highlights what makes its workplace culture great in areas like professional development, training, company atmosphere, benefits, awards, etc.

Verifone Expands Availability of Secure Commerce Architecture

Reduces merchant exposure to large-scale payment data breaches and expedites acceptance of EMV in the US market.

Astrophysics, Inc. Awarded $6 Million United States Navy Contract

Astrophysics X-ray systems selected by the U.S. Navy to help protect vessels deployed to foreign ports.

New PipeIQ Software Now Available from System Sensor

Free software download includes an enhanced interface for increased ease of use.

XTec Adds to HSPD-12 Smart Card Issuance

Awarded GSA Managed Service Offering for issuance of smart card credentials at over 100 federal agencies.

mPERS Mobile App Trio Introduced by SmartTek Systems Provides Dealers with a Competitive Edge

Central station-based Smartphone apps that provide anywhere, anytime life protection services and new revenue stream for partners.

Do Not Post Pictures of Your Completed Ballot on Social Media

Do Not Post Pictures of Your Completed Ballot on Social Media

Steep fines are being issued and some are having their votes invalidated.

Alarm Capital Alliance Expands Footprint in New Mexico

Newly-acquired customers will continue to receive the same great, local customer service by knowledgeable service technicians while gaining access to technologically advanced security products.

Arecont Vision Megapixel Cameras Reach New Heights on SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft

Cameras provide high-quality images of cargo for the International Space Station.

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Dana Loesch was scheduled to speak about her new book ‘Hands Off My Gun’

New Focal4 Situational Awareness Platform Improves Life Safety and Business Continuity

Offers real-time observation and improvement of building operations and security response.

MOBOTIX Corp Continues to Prevail in Patent Dispute

USPTO cancels three patents.

Oncam Grandeye's Evolution Mini is the Toughest 360-degree Camera Available

Camera received IK10+ certification for vandal-proof housing.

Using Bluetooth-enabled Devices as the Key to Remote Monitoring

As the desire to connect more real-world activities to the digital world increases, designers across industries are beginning to look at harnessing this technology as a way to enhance physical security.

infinias Expands Integration Even Further with Milestone Video

Intelli-M Access software adds access control management functionality to XProtect Smart Client.

Court Rules Police Can Force Users to Unlock iPhones with Fingerprints

Court Rules Police Can Force Users to Unlock iPhones with Fingerprints

The ruling doesn’t allow police to unlock phones using passcodes, however.

Virtual Police Provide Unique Solution

If a customer can dream of a security solution, integrator Lance Rankin can do it. Rankin and his Virtual Police team has become a preferred vender to one of the world’s largest wireless communications and telecommunications providers.

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  • Cutting Retail Losses

    Retail is still a more complex and dynamic security vertical in modern society. Inherent challenges with in-store and distribution center operations are primarily due to constantly shifting consumer buying trends. Retailers must show daily flexibility to keep workers, meet sales goals and attract customers while maintaining safe and efficient operations. Retail is an intricate web of interconnected elements. Read Now

  • The Key to Wellbeing in the Office

    A few years ago, all we saw in the news was the ‘great resignation.’ Now we have another ‘great’ to deal with. According to CBRE, 2023 was the start of the ‘great return’ as office workers returned to their normal offices after working from home. The data shows that two-thirds of all U.S office buildings were more than 90% leased as of Q2 2023. Read Now

  • Failed Cybersecurity Controls Costing U.S. Businesses $30 Billion Yearly

    Panaseer recently released ControlWatch and the Continuous Controls Battle: Panaseer 2025 Security Leaders Report examining the cost of cybersecurity control failures and the impact of growing personal liability for security failings on security leaders. The report analyzes the findings of a survey of 400 security decision makers (SDMs) across the US and UK. It shows that security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps. Read Now

  • The Business Case for Video Analytics: Understanding the Real ROI

    For security professionals who may be hesitant to invest in video analytics, now's the time to reconsider. In a newly released Omdia report commissioned by BriefCam (now Milestone Systems), the research firm uncovered a compelling story: more than 85% of North American and European organizations that use video analytics achieve a return on investment within just one year. The study, which surveyed 140 end users across multiple industries, demonstrates that security technology is no longer just for security — it's a cross-organizational tool that delivers measurable business value far beyond traditional safety applications. Read Now

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New Products

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame. 3

  • 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.” 3

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. 3