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Optellios Appoints Repworks as New Manufacturer Representative for New England Region

Optellios Appoints Repworks as New Manufacturer Representative for New England Region

Repworks will manage the New England region of the U.S., focusing on CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT.

ESX to Feature Interactive Experience On Board Bosch Truck

ESX to Feature Interactive Experience On Board Bosch Truck

"Get on Board" Tour to make its way to Nashville for industry's leading security integration and monitoring event.

OnSSI Names Industry Leader to Head New Marketing Initiatives

OnSSI Names Industry Leader to Head New Marketing Initiatives

Ken LaMarca fills key position as vice president of marketing.



Thermal Imaging Technology Assists Oklahoma National Guard in Locating Tornado Victims

Thermal Imaging Technology Assists Oklahoma National Guard in Locating Tornado Victims

The 146th Air Support Operations Squadron is utilizing thermal imaging technology, seeking body heat under the rubble, in an effort to locate those buried.

Security Source Announces Acquisition of Martco

Security Source Announces Acquisition of Martco

Security Source identified Martco, a provider of video surveillance products and services to quick service restaurants, banks and convenience stores, as a way to enhance its service offering to nationwide retailers.

Bosch Video Technology Supports Perfect Inauguration in the Netherlands

Bosch Video Technology Supports Perfect Inauguration in the Netherlands

Amsterdam’s police looked for a partner who was able to support them in terms of video surveillance as well as monitoring the streams of visitors.

PSA Security Networks Congratulates Their New Board of Directors

PSA Security Networks Congratulates Their New Board of Directors

PSA Security Network is proud to announce the results of the Board of Director Elections held at its Annual Stockholders’ Meeting during PSA-TEC 2013 in Westminster, Colorado.

SWAC from RTTG Ensures Members Who Access Critical Infrastructure Sites are Safe

SWAC from RTTG Ensures Members Who Access Critical Infrastructure Sites are Safe

Known simply as SWAC, this Secure Worker Access Consortium, driven by RTTG's Real-Time Verification (RTV) technology platform, is a comprehensive, highly-secure, information-sharing program that helps to ensure that workers who access critical facilities or key infrastructures are known, safe and threat-free.

Honeywell Customer Highlights the Role of Integrated Security at IACLEA 2013 Annual Conference

Honeywell Customer Highlights the Role of Integrated Security at IACLEA 2013 Annual Conference

University of District of Columbia will outline its approach to campus safety at annual campus law enforcement meeting.

Firetide Names Cisco Veteran John McCool as CEO

Firetide Names Cisco Veteran John McCool as CEO

McCool brings deep technology expertise and proven ability to scale a global network business while Firetide targets high-growth government, commercial and industrial applications with its high-bandwidth mesh network technology.

ASIS International and BICSI Sign MOU

ASIS International and BICSI Sign MOU

Privacy, workforce development and federal resources among top issues to be addressed

Easy to Use Application Provides Highly Effective Visual Representations of Site Security Options

Easy to Use Application Provides Highly Effective Visual Representations of Site Security Options

A web application, based on Google Maps’ API, allows users to assess a site and build a surveillance strategy based on the specific needs of a facility and its surroundings.

Lifes Lessons Include Leadership

Lifes Lessons Include Leadership

"The retired general talked about leadership, and how vital it is to the U.S. position not only to lead by example, but to assume the global role."

PSA Security Network Hires Business Development Representative

PSA Security Network Hires Business Development Representative

Mike Rothstein will be working closely with the entire PSA Security sales team to develop new business opportunities and increase sales to new customers.

Bosch Rocks ISC West 2013 with Biggest Jam Session Yet

Bosch Rocks ISC West 2013 with Biggest Jam Session Yet

"Our fourth-annual 'You Rock!' customer appreciation celebration at ISC West 2013, was the largest, most successful jam session to date. Nearly 800 industry professionals attended the evening networking event headlined by Bosch’s house band — the Magneatos."

Rates Expire at Midnight for ESX

Rates Expire at Midnight for ESX

Register now and SAVE UP TO $100 on your registration! Prices for the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) will increase at midnight.

How Cyberthieves Stole $45 Million from ATMs and How You Can Protect Your ATM Card

How Cyberthieves Stole $45 Million from ATMs and How You Can Protect Your ATM Card

It seems that masks and guns were replaced with laptops and Internet, creating an untypical bank heist.

HID Global Showcases Advanced Government to Citizen Identity Solutions

HID Global Showcases Advanced Government to Citizen Identity Solutions

HID Global will demonstrate its advanced Government ID Solutions portfolio and integrated capabilities for delivering smart card ID credentials and total ID ecosystems for e-passport, national ID, foreign resident, worker ID and vehicle registration program at Booth # F11 at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre from May 21-23, 2013.

Featured

  • TSA Introduces New $45 Fee Option for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 1

    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that it will refer all passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID and still want to fly an option to pay a $45 fee to use a modernized alternative identity verification system, TSA Confirm.ID, to establish identity at security checkpoints beginning on February 1, 2026. Read Now

  • The Evolution of IP Camera Intelligence

    As the 30th anniversary of the IP camera approaches in 2026, it is worth reflecting on how far we have come. The first network camera, launched in 1996, delivered one frame every 17 seconds—not impressive by today’s standards, but groundbreaking at the time. It did something that no analog system could: transmit video over a standard IP network. Read Now

  • From Surveillance to Intelligence

    Years ago, it would have been significantly more expensive to run an analytic like that — requiring a custom-built solution with burdensome infrastructure demands — but modern edge devices have made it accessible to everyone. It also saves time, which is a critical factor if a missing child is involved. Video compression technology has played a critical role as well. Over the years, significant advancements have been made in video coding standards — including H.263, MPEG formats, and H.264—alongside compression optimization technologies developed by IP video manufacturers to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality. The open-source AV1 codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media—a consortium including Google, Netflix, Microsoft, Amazon and others — is already the preferred decoder for cloud-based applications, and is quickly becoming the standard for video compression of all types. Read Now

  • Cost: Reactive vs. Proactive Security

    Security breaches often happen despite the availability of tools to prevent them. To combat this problem, the industry is shifting from reactive correction to proactive protection. This article will examine why so many security leaders have realized they must “lead before the breach” – not after. Read Now

  • Achieving Clear Audio

    In today’s ever-changing world of security and risk management, effective communication via an intercom and door entry communication system is a critical communication tool to keep a facility’s staff, visitors and vendors safe. Read Now

New Products

  • 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.

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    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.

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities