The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the creation of a new Retail Security Advisory Board and opened a call for SIA member volunteers to join. The expert-led group will advise the association and the SIA Board of Directors on key retail security topics, work to expand SIA’s influence and expertise in this area and advance members’ learning.
Some of the most revolutionary advances in artificial intelligence include browser-based AI agents, which are self-sustaining software tools integrated into web browsers that act on behalf of individuals.
Verkada, a provider in AI-powered physical security technology, today announced it has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) ‘In Process’ designation for Verkada Command in AWS GovCloud and is now listed on the FedRAMP marketplace.
VIPRE Security Group, a cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection company, has released its email threat landscape report for Q2 2025. Through an examination of worldwide real-world data, this report sounds the alarm on the most significant email security trends observed in the second quarter of 2025, enabling organizations to develop effective email security defenses for the remainder of the year.
Veracode, a provider of application risk management, recently unveiled its 2025 GenAI Code Security Report, revealing critical security flaws in AI-generated code. The study analyzed 80 curated coding tasks across more than 100 large language models (LLMs), revealing that while AI produces functional code, it introduces security vulnerabilities in 45 percent of cases.
HID, a worldwide provider in trusted identity and access management solutions, has announced a new line of FIDO-certified credentials—now powered by the new Enterprise Passkey Management (EPM) solution— designed to help organizations deploy and manage passkeys at the enterprise scale. New research from FIDO Alliance shows that while 87% of enterprises are adopting passkeys, nearly half of those that are yet to deploy cite complexity and cost concerns as primary barriers. HID’s solution streamlines the shift to passwordless authentication.
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is now an official member of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). Through this membership, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions will actively engage in standards development, technology programs, and government initiatives.
Napco Security Technologies is driving greater support for its dealer and installer community with expanded content on the NAPCO YouTube Channel, a free, on-demand library of How-To Hints & Tips videos, developed in direct response to the most frequently asked questions received by Napco Technical Services across all divisions.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the third annual 25 on the RISE Awards—a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security leaders with the generous support of Genetec and HID. Each year, this initiative honors 25 security leaders of today and tomorrow for their impactful contributions to advancing the security industry.
Security needs continue to evolve and end users are under pressure to address emerging risks and safety concerns. For many, that focus starts with upgrading perimeter openings and layering technologies—beginning at the door.
- By Julia Kamody
- Aug 04, 2025