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Chinese Ex-Security Chief Gets Life Sentence

Chinese Ex-Security Chief Gets Life Sentence

Zhou Yongkang was sentenced for accepting bribes, abusing power and revealing state secrets.

Genetec Expands Support for Body Wearable Cameras in Latest Release of Security Center

Easily complement existing surveillance operations with wearables to centralize all archives and evidence within a single video management platform.

ADI Awarded 2015 North American Distributor of the Year by Arecont Vision

Recognized for continued commitment in delivering first-rate IP solutions.

Dean Drako Acquires Brivo Cloud Access Control Company for $50 Million

Eagle Eye Networks CEO and Barracuda Networks founder expands reach in cloud security.

Tamron Releases Varifocal Lens Supporting 5-Megapixel Resolution

High-grade lens supports NIR bandwith with P-Iris.

Breathalyzer-embedded Steering Wheels Could Save Lives

Breathalyzer-embedded Steering Wheels Could Save Lives

Imagine breathing into your vehicle to prove you’re sober enough to safely drive.

Incumbent TSA Leader Shares Worries about Airport Security

Incumbent TSA Leader Shares Worries about Airport Security

Peter Neffenger says he will identify security gaps and close them.

Pelco Launches High-performance Spectra-enhanced Series IP Dome System

Provides image quality with double exposure, WDR imaging, 60 fps, extreme low latency PTZ along with other features.



Louroe Electronics CEO Chairs 2015 SIA Government Summit

Brings experience in security and government relations to SIA Government Summit Planning Committee.

D-Tools and SBS Group Announce Strategic Partnership

System integrator embedded into solution powered by Microsoft Dynamics SL.

International W to Represent Cypress in Central and Latin America

Providing customers with accurately translated product information and manufacturing sales and support.

U.S. Army Gets Fashion Makeover with New Camouflage Pattern

U.S. Army Gets Fashion Makeover with New Camouflage Pattern

New combat uniforms have 9 design changes, including less Velcro.

S-ACC-3020-Intelli-M Smart Card EOL Notification

S-ACC-3020-Intelli-M Smart Cards: 2K Access Card with CR-80 Format for legacy IDC smartcard installations only.

Morse Watchmans Adds New Integration Capabilities

KeyWatcher Touch certified for use with Software House C•CURE 9000 v 2.30.

New Exabeam User Behavior Analytics Software Release

Additional features in Exabeam Version 1.7 combine behavior analytics, data science and machine learning to empower customers with tools and context needed to thwart cyberattacks.

FEAR NOT!

FEAR NOT!

Upgrading from card access to biometric access is easier than you think!

Honeywell Enterprise Buildings Integrator Boosts Capabilities

Integration with HID, SALTO and SARGENT Technology provides additional flexibility and functionality for smart building security.

Vanderbilt Debuts Expanded Product Portfolio at IFSEC International 2015

Company to make its first conference appearance after completing acquisition of Siemens Security Products.

Design Great Projects with Orion ECI and Autodesk Seek

Autodesk Seek helps source product information to enhance building design process.

Man Carries Loaded AR-15 Semiautomatic Rifle into Airport

Man Carries Loaded AR-15 Semiautomatic Rifle into Airport

Georgia law allows people to openly carry firearms in an airport, just don't try and pass through security.

DSC Touch 'All-in-One' System Features Built-in Camera and Android Technology

7-inch touchscreen for a smart, connected home.

IC Real Tech Closes $15 Million Investment Round

Deploying capital to accelerate the marketing and development of its revolutionary IC720 and ALLie 360 x 360 degree immersive video cameras.

China Hacking Exposes Millions of U.S. Workers

China Hacking Exposes Millions of U.S. Workers

The Obama administration a breach on government workers could affect up to four million citizens.

Tips to Help Speed Security along at the Stanley Cup Games

Tips to Help Speed Security along at the Stanley Cup Games

Recent events brings retraining program and tighter security.

OnSSI Expands Ocularis Training Schedule

Adds value for partners and end-users.

Z-Wave Labs Announces BeON Home as First Winner of Competition

The use of intelligent LED bulbs that learn and replicate lighting behaviors adds new approach to home security and safety.

TSA Fails to Find 95 Percent of Weapons in Undercover Tests

TSA Fails to Find 95 Percent of Weapons in Undercover Tests

The tests were conducted by Homeland Security Red Teams.

Proficio Introduces ProSCAN Remediation Management Service

Brings new ease, speed, efficiency to enterprise compliance and breach prevention.

OpenXchange Delves into the Changing Landscape of the Electronic Security & Life Safety Industry

To examine IoT, next-gen cellular networks, disruptive technologies and more in a lively panel discussion format.

Genetec Helps Electric Co-op in Texas Secure Widespread Operations

Addressing changing federal compliance mandates, South Plains Electric Cooperative chooses to centrally manage security for its 32 substations.

Featured

  • Cost: Reactive vs. Proactive Security

    Security breaches often happen despite the availability of tools to prevent them. To combat this problem, the industry is shifting from reactive correction to proactive protection. This article will examine why so many security leaders have realized they must “lead before the breach” – not after. Read Now

  • Achieving Clear Audio

    In today’s ever-changing world of security and risk management, effective communication via an intercom and door entry communication system is a critical communication tool to keep a facility’s staff, visitors and vendors safe. Read Now

  • Beyond Apps: Access Control for Today’s Residents

    The modern resident lives in an app-saturated world. From banking to grocery delivery, fitness tracking to ridesharing, nearly every service demands another download. But when it comes to accessing the place you live, most people do not want to clutter their phone with yet another app, especially if its only purpose is to open a door. Read Now

  • Survey: 48 Percent of Worshippers Feel Less Safe Attending In-Person Services

    Almost half (48%) of those who attend religious services say they feel less safe attending in-person due to rising acts of violence at places of worship. In fact, 39% report these safety concerns have led them to change how often they attend in-person services, according to new research from Verkada conducted online by The Harris Poll among 1,123 U.S. adults who attend a religious service or event at least once a month. Read Now

  • AI Used as Part of Sophisticated Espionage Campaign

    A cybersecurity inflection point has been reached in which AI models has become genuinely useful in cybersecurity operation. But to no surprise, they can used for both good works and ill will. Systemic evaluations show cyber capabilities double in six months, and they have been tracking real-world cyberattacks showing how malicious actors were using AI capabilities. These capabilities were predicted and are expected to evolve, but what stood out for researchers was how quickly they have done so, at scale. Read Now

New Products

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • 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.”

  • 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.