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Wireless for Utilities

Utilities and governments around the world are investing billions of dollars into upgrading the existing analog electric, gas and water grids into two-way communication networks capable of optimizing distribution and reducing costs for consumers.

Distributed Storage Done Right

Scalable system architectures have been the source of many debates within the security industry.



Tackling Theft

In a challenging, ever-changing retail environment, it’s more important than ever for retailers to find innovative solutions to tackle enormous margin-eaters, like theft, in order to create operational efficiencies and protect their bottom line.

Using Similar Strategies as Public Health Could Improve Cyber Security

In a new paper by a team of economists and public health researchers, maintaining good “cyber hygiene” and improving overall cyber security can be achieved by mimicking public health strategies.

Brivo and SALTO Systems Launch Business Partnership

The combined solution of Brivo and SALTO offers an unprecedented level of power, flexibility and affordability.

Vietnam is the Fastest Growing Video Surveillance Market in Southeast Asia

In its first edition report on the South East Asia video surveillance market, IMS Research forecasts that the Vietnam is fastest growing market between 2010 and 2015, at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 22.3 percent.

Online Technical Training Added to Arecont Vision University

Arecont Vision will now provide an online portal for reseller partner education, responding to the demand for the company’s popular Channel Partner Certification Programs (CPCP).

Safety Tips to Prevent Holiday Fires

With the colder weather upon us, more and more families are lighting fires to keep warm throughout this winter season. An out-of-control fire can quickly put a damper on the most wonderful time of the year, however, so there are some critical safety tips to keep in mind when heating your home for the holidays.

Avigilon Announces Integration with S2 NetBox

With the integration of Avigilon and S2 NetBox, customers gain through one robust interface for appliance-based smart card management and high-definition video surveillance.

Milestone Helps Secure Movianto's Logistics Hub

Movianto expands its IP video surveillance solution, which monitors its headquarters (240,000 square feet), with license plate analytics to track vehicle traffic.

B.I.G.’s Guard Booths Designed to Withstand Explosions' Blast Waves Protect Against Terror Threats

Designed and manufactured by B.I.G. Enterprises (www.bigbooth.com), the all new “Stainless Bullet” secure guard booth model addresses the challenge of bullet resistant construction to provide safety for guards as well as a welcoming interface for visitors.

The WEDGE - Custom Guard Shelter Design Eradicates Cookie-Cutter Security Solutions

B.I.G. Enterprises, Inc. announces a new guard booth design called ‘The Wedge.’ Its attractive exterior conceals a battery of high-tech security and traffic control equipment options.

Aggressive Cyber Threats Prompt Billions in Security Spending

Recent findings from ABI Research show that global spending on financial critical infrastructure security will total $17.14 billion by the end of 2017.

Keep Your IP Announces Partnership with Industry Leader COPS Monitoring

Irvine California based Keep Your IP has announced a major reseller agreement with COPS Monitoring, one of the country's largest wholesale monitoring companies.

Energy-Efficient Guard Shelter Solutions: Shelters and Guard Booths from B.I.G. Enterprises Meet New Stringent State Requirements

When a major university needed truly custom, energy-compliant guard booths, they recently turned to B.I.G. Enterprises.

Samsung and Pivot3 Collaborate to Offer Turnkey Video Surveillance Solution

The partnership between the two companies will deliver innovation and reliability to security market.

Gardner Energy Addresses Security Concern with VideoIQ

After having several incidents of vandalism and theft, Gardner Energy decided to upgrade their security with VideoIQ.

Featured

  • First, Do No Harm: Responsibly Applying Artificial Intelligence

    It was 2022 when early LLMs (Large Language Models) brought the term “AI” into mainstream public consciousness and since then, we’ve seen security corporations and integrators attempt to develop their solutions and sales pitches around the biggest tech boom of the 21st century. However, not all “artificial intelligence” is equally suitable for security applications, and it’s essential for end users to remain vigilant in understanding how their solutions are utilizing AI. Read Now

  • Improve Incident Response With Intelligent Cloud Video Surveillance

    Video surveillance is a vital part of business security, helping institutions protect against everyday threats for increased employee, customer, and student safety. However, many outdated surveillance solutions lack the ability to offer immediate insights into critical incidents. This slows down investigations and limits how effectively teams can respond to situations, creating greater risks for the organization. Read Now

  • Security Today Announces 2025 CyberSecured Award Winners

    Security Today is pleased to announce the 2025 CyberSecured Awards winners. Sixteen companies are being recognized this year for their network products and other cybersecurity initiatives that secure our world today. Read Now

  • Empowering and Securing a Mobile Workforce

    What happens when technology lets you work anywhere – but exposes you to security threats everywhere? This is the reality of modern work. No longer tethered to desks, work happens everywhere – in the office, from home, on the road, and in countless locations in between. Read Now

  • 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

New Products

  • EasyGate SPT and SPD

    EasyGate SPT SPD

    Security solutions do not have to be ordinary, let alone unattractive. Having renewed their best-selling speed gates, Cominfo has once again demonstrated their Art of Security philosophy in practice — and confirmed their position as an industry-leading manufacturers of premium speed gates and turnstiles.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.