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March Madness and St. Patrick

March Madness and St. Patrick's Day Creates Security Issues on University Campus

After a riot broke out on campus two years ago, the University of Dayton is poised and ready to create a safe environment.

Secret Service Agents Disrupted Bomb Investigation at White House

Secret Service Agents Disrupted Bomb Investigation at White House

The two agents had been drinking when they reportedly drove directly beside the suspicious package.

Securitech Makes Schools Safer with Unique One-press Classroom Deadbolt

New QID Deadbolt Lock is fastest safe haven solution.

New StarLink CDMA Universal Cellular Alarm Communicator

Verizon network certified and now available.

Software House Enhances C•CURE Fault Tolerance

Integration with Stratus everRun products provides 24/7 protection.

Fluidmesh and On-Line Communications Give Metuchen Savings Connectivity They Can Bank On

Existing laser antennas were replaced with a solution that addressed all mandated requirements, time lines and budgetary considerations.

Secret Service Agents Allegedly Crash into White House Barrier While Drinking

Secret Service Agents Allegedly Crash into White House Barrier While Drinking

The Department of Homeland Security is investigating the incident.

Secret Meeting Reveals How to Break Apple

Secret Meeting Reveals How to Break Apple's Security

Security researchers meet to discuss tactics and strategies for exploiting security flaws in iPhones and iPads.



Catalyst AV Distribution Network Appoints AHA Distributing for Southeast Territory

AHA picks-up APC, Catalyst Wire & Cable, ClearView CCTV, Dropcam, EnGenius, IC Realtime, Nest, Rapid Mounts, TiVo and Vivitek lines.

Genetec and Prism Skylabs Help Retailers Gain In-store Insights

New integration enables retailers to leverage their video surveillance system to understand customer shopping patterns and extend their video monitoring capabilities.

Apple Watch

The Security Features of the Apple Watch

We don’t know much yet, but Apple has shown a few features that will help keep your information safe.

CertainSafe Prevents Payment Card Industry Data Breaches

MicroTokenization adds protection to data “around the card," adding to the newest requirement set for October 2015 EMV Standards.

IDSecurityOnline.com Launches New ID Card Service Bureau

Improve efficiency and turnaround time for customers.

Open Options Upgrades to New Headquarters

Access control company’s growth prompts need for more space.

Honeywell Expands Performance Series IP NVR

Compatibility with Honeywell’s equIP and Performance Series cameras multiplies options for customized surveillance systems.

7 Steps to Keeping a Connected Home Safe

7 Steps to Keeping a Connected Home Safe

There are steps anyone can take to ensure hackers will have a more difficult time accessing your system

Airport Security Mix-Up Brings NFL Player to Elementary School

Airport Security Mix-Up Brings NFL Player to Elementary School

The player accidentally swapped laptops with a principal while going through security.

Tri-Ed Releases 2015 Product Catalog

250+ page catalog features thousands of products in various categories.

School Break-in Averted with Measures Provided through Stanley Security Grant Program

Montessori School of Dayton credits security products and services as preventing crime.

ZKAccess Releases BioCam300

An affordable, IP-based, stand-alone access control camera.

$5 Million Gold Bar Heist

$5 Million Gold Bar Heist

After further investigating, one detective believes it could have been an inside job.

Woman Rams Police Car at Miami International Airport

Woman Rams Police Car at Miami International Airport

The FBI has since taken over the investigation.

SmartTek Systems Grants OnWatch of Australia Exclusive Rights to App Trio

Agreement opens floodgates for international expansion.

Tri-Ed Sales Meeting Rallied Support for Mission 500

450 backpacks filled with notebooks, folders, rulers, pencils and other nece3ssary items for childhood education.

3xLOGIC Acquires infinias Access Control Lines

Company grows to over 120 employees, with 50% devoted to R&D and innovation.

Tri-Ed Welcomes Arecont as a New Vendor Partner

Now offering complete line of company's Megapixel, IP cameras to customers across North America.

Class Teaches How to Safely Carry Gun and Baby

Class Teaches How to Safely Carry Gun and Baby

The focus is on parents who engage in "babywearing," carrying an infant or small child in a sling or other type of carrier.

Clinton

Clinton's E-mail System Not As Secure As Intended

A misconfigured encryption system left it vulnerable to hacking.

Doyle Security Goes with SmartTek Systems Mobile Personal Security App

With nearly a century in business, now offering central station-based Smartphone app that provides anywhere, anytime life protection services and new revenue stream for its business.

IDEAL Networks Showcases Video Surveillance Troubleshooting Equipment at ISC West 2015

Cable certifier, verifier and tester allow network administrators to confirm correct installation of copper and fiber network cabling and troubleshoot existing analog and IP video surveillance system installations.

Featured

  • AI to Help Resolve Non-Emergency Calls Across Utah and Decrease 911 Caller Wait Times

    The Utah Communications Authority (UCA), which oversees the state’s next generation 911 technology services, recently announced that public safety answering points (PSAPs) throughout the state plan to implement Motorola Solutions’ Virtual Response technology to automate the receipt and resolution of 10-digit non-emergency line calls in Utah with the help of AI. Read Now

  • Report: 2025 Video Surveillance Market Set to Grow After Small Decline in 2024

    Novaira Insights has unveiled its latest report, “World Market for Video Surveillance Hardware and Software – 2025 Edition.” The research indicates that the global market for video surveillance hardware and software experienced a slight decline of 0.3% in 2024. This performance fell short of previous forecasts, primarily due to a significant decrease of 7.8% in the Chinese market. Conversely, the rest of the world saw a growth of 4.9%. The global market for video surveillance equipment was estimated to be worth $25.0 billion in 2024. Read Now

  • Report Reveals Local Governments Face Surge in Ransomware Attacks with Minimal Resources

    KnowBe4, the cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, recently released new research highlighting the critical cybersecurity challenges facing state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments. The report details how government organizations have become prime targets for cybercriminals while simultaneously facing severe resource constraints. Read Now

  • Video Surveillance Trends to Watch

    With more organizations adding newer capabilities to their surveillance systems, it’s always important to remember the “basics” of system configuration and deployment, as well as the topline benefits of continually emerging technologies like AI and the cloud. Read Now

  • New Report Reveals Top Trends Transforming Access Controller Technology

    Mercury Security, a provider in access control hardware and open platform solutions, has published its Trends in Access Controllers Report, based on a survey of over 450 security professionals across North America and Europe. The findings highlight the controller’s vital role in a physical access control system (PACS), where the device not only enforces access policies but also connects with readers to verify user credentials—ranging from ID badges to biometrics and mobile identities. With 72% of respondents identifying the controller as a critical or important factor in PACS design, the report underscores how the choice of controller platform has become a strategic decision for today’s security leaders. Read Now

New Products

  • Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

    Connect ONE®

    Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

  • 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.

  • 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.”