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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.

Allied Universal Announces Sale of Controlling Stake in AMAG Technology to Shore Rock Partners

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services provider, today announced that it has sold a majority stake in AMAG Technology to Shore Rock Partners, a critical infrastructure-focused growth investor. AMAG is a global leader in integrated high-security access control, identity, guest, and video management solutions. The new ownership group led by Shore Rock Partners with strategic backing from BellTower Partners will continue to support enhancements to AMAG’s product portfolio, evolve service models, and expand the company’s capabilities to protect people, identities, and assets around the world.

Siemens, nVent to Release Joint Reference Architecture Purpose-Built for NVIDIA AI Data Centers

Siemens and nVent are collaborating to develop a liquid cooling and power reference architecture, purpose-built for hyperscale AI workloads.

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 However, many outdated surveillance solutions lack the ability to offer immediate insights into critical incidents.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.

ZBeta Advances Leadership Structure by Naming Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson as Principals of the Firm

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, today announced that senior executives Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson have been named principals of the firm. In their respective roles as Chief Growth Officer and Chief Operating Officer, Conal and JJ have been instrumental in shaping ZBeta’s identity by elevating the brand, enriching the client experience, advancing corporate strategy, strengthening operational performance, and unlocking new growth opportunities. As principals, they will continue to work alongside CEO Zack Brunette to chart the firm’s strategic trajectory, guide operational priorities, and advance the evolution of the organization.

Security-Net Welcomes New Member, Mala Grover of Digitronics

Security-Net, Inc., a network of leading security system integrators, is pleased to welcome its newest member, Mala Grover, president and chief executive officer of Digitronics, based in Herndon, Va. With the addition of Grover, Security-Net strengthens its presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, while gaining a member with deep expertise in federal government security projects.

Arrow Security Adds Douglas Brownlie as Regional Vice President of Operations Mid Atlantic

Arrow Security, one of the nation’s leading providers of physical security solutions, is excited to announce the addition of Douglas Brownlie as the company’s Regional Vice President of Operations Mid Atlantic.

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.



Security Industry Association Launches Data Center Advisory Board

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched the Data Center Advisory Board, a panel of experts that will provide guidance on data center security topics to the SIA Board of Directors and related resources to SIA members. Jim Black, senior director and security architect at Microsoft, has been named chair of the group.

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.

Featured

  • Security Industry Association Announces the 2026 Security Megatrends

    The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2026 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both near- and long-term change in the global security industry. Read Now

  • The Future of Access Control: Cloud-Based Solutions for Safer Workplaces

    Access controls have revolutionized the way we protect our people, assets and operations. Gone are the days of cumbersome keychains and the security liabilities they introduced, but it’s a mistake to think that their evolution has reached its peak. Read Now

  • A Look at AI

    Large language models (LLMs) have taken the world by storm. Within months of OpenAI launching its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, it amassed more than 100 million users, making it the fastest-growing consumer application in history. Read Now

  • 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

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.

  • 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.”

  • 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.