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California Legislature Votes to Ban Facial Recognition in Police Body Cameras

California Legislature Votes to Ban Facial Recognition in Police Body Cameras

While the bill would ban facial recognition software from body cameras, law enforcement are not banned from using it in other cameras.

Can’t Get From Here to Home

By and large, the GSX experience was good. There were a few hick-ups here and there, but overall GSX seems to be a nice regional tradeshow.

Multitude of Ransomware Attacks Cause Lawmakers to Take Notice

Multitude of Ransomware Attacks Cause Lawmakers to Take Notice

Lawmakers are working to find a solution that will help counter ransomware attacks, which are affecting school districts and municipal governments.

Where’s the Beef?

Day two of 2019 GSX is in the books from the tradeshow floor. I certainly didn't have to dodge anyone to get from one side of the house to the other. Where are the attendees?

Getting a Security Education at GSX

Getting a Security Education at GSX

Seeing the technology and offerings first-hand was eye-opening at my first conference.

Police Departments Across Nation Ask Citizens to Register Security Cameras

Police Departments Across Nation Ask Citizens to Register Security Cameras

Officers will still have to get permission to view the footage, which they say can not only help to fight crime but assist them with tracking down missing people.

ADT Commercial Booth GSX 2019

Live From GSX 2019: Day 3

As exhibitors wrapped up the last day of the conference, STANLEY Security, Salient Systems and ADT Commercial continued to showcase their services.



Aspen Police Department to Equip Officers with Body Cameras

Aspen Police Department to Equip Officers with Body Cameras

The police department will fund the body cameras through its savings account.

salient booth

Live From GSX 2019: Day 2

STANLEY Security, ADT Commercial and Salient Systems showed off their latest products and celebrated awards on the second day of GSX.

ADT Commercial Booth GSX 2019

2019 GSX is a Nice Surprise

I found the opening day of the Global Security Exchange to be a welcome surprise. Not sure what to expect after a couple of tough years of decline, there was nice activity on the show floor for opening day. I felt like the traffic was good and exhibitors pleased.

Nortek Appoints Nathan Richardson CI Regional Sales Manager for Southern California

Richardson replaces Scott Osborne, who has taken over the Florida territory.

Delta Air Lines Expands Facial Recognition Technology to LAX

Delta Air Lines Expands Facial Recognition Technology to LAX

The Atlanta-based airline says the technology can save flyers time. However, those in opposition believe it should be banned for privacy reasons.

A New Age in Incident Response on Display at GSX

A New Age in Incident Response on Display at GSX

How companies can change their approaches to social media platforms, to the benefit of customers.

SIA, ALAS and CANASA Urge Congress to Approve United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

In a Sept. 9 letter to Congress, the trilateral coalition highlighted the growth and change in the security industry and the renegotiated policy’s updates to reflect the current state of the market.

Google Works to Eliminate Spam Invites for More Than 1 Billion Users

Google Works to Eliminate Spam Invites for More Than 1 Billion Users

Google is working to keep unwanted and malicious content from its users.

A New Age in Incident Response on Display at GSX

A New Age in Incident Response on Display at GSX

How companies can change their approaches to social media platforms, to the benefit of customers.

Learning What Drives the Security Industry Forward at GSX

Learning What Drives the Security Industry Forward at GSX

Security providers large and small are exploring how they can make cloud-based systems functional and secure at the same time.

Stanley Security GSX booth 2019

Live from GSX 2019: Day 1

Security management systems for businesses large and small were the talk of GSX exhibitors.

Hanwha Announces New AI Cameras at GSX

At GSX 2019, Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of IP and analog video surveillance solutions, will announce its new line of AI cameras

Bosch to Introduce More Than 50 New Products at GSX 2019

At GSX 2019, Bosch will announce a significant expansion of its video portfolio with the introduction of more than 50 new products, including fixed and moving cameras, and recording and management solutions.

Morse Watchmans Exhibits Innovative Key and Asset Management Technology at GSX 2019

Morse Watchmans, provider of key control and asset management systems, will showcase its KeyWatcher Touch, AssetWatcher, and KeyWatcher fleet key and asset management solutions at GSX 2019 this week (booth #1153).

ADT Commercial Announces New Executive Leadership Team

Company unveils next phase in its evolution at Global Security Exchange in Chicago

DeWitt Clinton Elementary School Receives Grant from ASIS International Security Cares Program

Chicago's DeWitt Clinton Elementary School receives a $20,000 grant and in-kind donations from sponsors including Axis Communications.

SilverShield Showcases Visitor and Information Management Solutions at GSX 2019

At GSX 2019, SilverShield Safety & Information Systems will showcase their award-winning visitor and information management system (Booth #1594). The solution is an easy to use, cloud-based SAAS approach to security, with several different modules that provide a complete safety solution.

Altronix Showcases New Line of Compact, Cost-efficient Access Power Solutions at GSX 2019

Altronix, provider of power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, is featuring its new Maximal Fit series of access power controllers here at GSX 2019, booth 933. These units provide system designers and integrators with a more compact and economical alternative to our popular Maximal series.

ReconaSense Debuts Mobile “Command-and-Control Center” with Crowdsourced Insights

ReconaSense, a provider of innovative physical security intelligence and next-gen access control, today announced the debut of its ReconMobile command-and-control center that lets users lock down facilities, tap into video surveillance systems, and/or report and respond to an emergency from a mobile device.

Avigilon Announces New H5SL Camera Line

Avigilon a Motorola Solutions company, recently announced the launch of its Avigilon H5SL camera line.

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New Products

  • EasyGate SPT and SPD

    EasyGate SPT SPD

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  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.

  • 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.