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PSA Network Joins the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) as an Exclusive Member

The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, today announced it has joined the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) as an exclusive member, reinforcing its commitment to developing and promoting career pathways in the security industry.

IPTECHVIEW Launches AI Orchestrator Cloud Video Management Platform

IPTECHVIEW launches its next-generation cloud video management platform with AI Orchestrator, which harnesses the power of cloud-based video intelligence and generative Video AI. IPTECHVIEW AI extends far beyond conventional security cameras to deliver comprehensive video supervision powered by advanced AI orchestration, unlocking higher security and operational insights previously impossible to achieve.

UL Solutions Launches Artificial Intelligence Safety Certification Services

UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, today announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) safety certification services, enabling comprehensive assessments for evaluating the safety of AI-powered products.

barox Appoints Industry Veteran Reinhard Florin as Vice President of North America Sales

Expanding its sales operation to cover North America, barox Kommunikation GmbH, the Swiss manufacturer of video security networking L2/L3 switches, media converters, IP extenders, and network management software has appointed Reinhard Florin to the role of Vice President of North America Sales.

ESA Announces Initiative to Introduce the SECURE Act in State Legislatures

The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services.

Viakoo Funds Scholarship at University of Nevada, Reno to Support Cyber Defense Focus

Viakoo, a leader in vulnerability remediation for IoT, OT, and CPS systems today announced the establishment of the “Cyber Defense Leadership” scholarship at the University of Nevada, Reno. This new program will provide $10,000 to fund an annual scholarship to recognize and nurture the next generation of cybersecurity talent and leadership at the University. With the emergence of new types of threat vectors, including AI-driven threats, more focus on creating next generation security solutions is urgently needed.

Northborough Police Department Becomes First in Massachusetts to Go Live with ASAP Service

The Northborough Police Department (NPD) has become the first law enforcement agency in Massachusetts to go live with the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service, a digital alarm service that automates the exchange of alarm information between alarm-monitoring companies and emergency communications centers (ECCs). NPD deployed ASAP View, a web-based solution that enables faster, more accurate alarm delivery directly to emergency communications personnel.

Brinks Home Launches BHX: A New Platform Set to Shake Up Direct-to-Home Sales

Brinks Home, one of North America's leading smart home security companies, today announced the launch of BHX, a bold new recruiting and sales platform and program designed to attract, develop, and empower the next generation of field sales professionals.



Security Industry Association Announces 2025 SIA RISE Scholarship Awardees

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named 23 recipients for this year’s SIA RISE Scholarship, a program offered through SIA’s RISE community, which supports the education and career development goals of young professionals and emerging leaders in the security industry.

Security Industry Association Announces 2025 SIA Women in Biometrics Awards Winners

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named five women biometrics leaders as recipients of the 2025 SIA Women in Biometrics Awards, a globally recognized program presented by SIA with support from sponsor Leidos, media partner Biometric Update and organizational partners the SIA Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board and the SIA Women in Security Forum. The awardees will be recognized at SIA’s 2025 Identity and Biometrics Symposium.

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  • 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

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.

  • 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.