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Apple Gets First Real Virus Scare

Apple Gets First Real Virus Scare

Wirelurker sneaks onto computers using unauthorized Chinese apps.

Probe Finds Security Flaws at Rikers Island

Probe Finds Security Flaws at Rikers Island

A city investigation found they were easily able to smuggle drugs and weapons into the jails.

Global Retail Theft Barometer Study Finds Shrink Cost Retailers

Retail loss “penalty” costs average US household $403 annually while the cost of retail crime as percentage of revenue rose 27 percent in the US.

Guardly Enterprise E911 Solution Improves Active Shooter Response

New indoor positioning systems enhance ability for security teams to detect shooters earlier and locate people inside buildings.

Kaba Acquires Keyscan Inc.

Acquisition creates a compelling new blueprint for access control in the Americas.

Keyscan Announces Mertens-Brennan Partnership

Promotion began in the Texas and Louisiana regions as of November 1, 2014.

HID Global's NFC Tag Technology Reduces Fraud in Home Healthcare Market

Integrity caregivers established “proof of presence” by tapping HID Global’s trusted tags with their NFC-enabled smartphone, eliminating opportunities to falsify records.

Survey Says Security Chiefs Expect Boost in Cloud Spending

Survey Says Security Chiefs Expect Boost in Cloud Spending

IBM conducted a survey of nearly 150 security chiefs.



NACE Great Rated by Its Employees

Highlights what makes its workplace culture great in areas like professional development, training, company atmosphere, benefits, awards, etc.

Verifone Expands Availability of Secure Commerce Architecture

Reduces merchant exposure to large-scale payment data breaches and expedites acceptance of EMV in the US market.

Astrophysics, Inc. Awarded $6 Million United States Navy Contract

Astrophysics X-ray systems selected by the U.S. Navy to help protect vessels deployed to foreign ports.

New PipeIQ Software Now Available from System Sensor

Free software download includes an enhanced interface for increased ease of use.

XTec Adds to HSPD-12 Smart Card Issuance

Awarded GSA Managed Service Offering for issuance of smart card credentials at over 100 federal agencies.

mPERS Mobile App Trio Introduced by SmartTek Systems Provides Dealers with a Competitive Edge

Central station-based Smartphone apps that provide anywhere, anytime life protection services and new revenue stream for partners.

Do Not Post Pictures of Your Completed Ballot on Social Media

Do Not Post Pictures of Your Completed Ballot on Social Media

Steep fines are being issued and some are having their votes invalidated.

Alarm Capital Alliance Expands Footprint in New Mexico

Newly-acquired customers will continue to receive the same great, local customer service by knowledgeable service technicians while gaining access to technologically advanced security products.

Arecont Vision Megapixel Cameras Reach New Heights on SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft

Cameras provide high-quality images of cargo for the International Space Station.

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Dana Loesch was scheduled to speak about her new book ‘Hands Off My Gun’

New Focal4 Situational Awareness Platform Improves Life Safety and Business Continuity

Offers real-time observation and improvement of building operations and security response.

MOBOTIX Corp Continues to Prevail in Patent Dispute

USPTO cancels three patents.

Oncam Grandeye's Evolution Mini is the Toughest 360-degree Camera Available

Camera received IK10+ certification for vandal-proof housing.

Using Bluetooth-enabled Devices as the Key to Remote Monitoring

As the desire to connect more real-world activities to the digital world increases, designers across industries are beginning to look at harnessing this technology as a way to enhance physical security.

infinias Expands Integration Even Further with Milestone Video

Intelli-M Access software adds access control management functionality to XProtect Smart Client.

Court Rules Police Can Force Users to Unlock iPhones with Fingerprints

Court Rules Police Can Force Users to Unlock iPhones with Fingerprints

The ruling doesn’t allow police to unlock phones using passcodes, however.

Virtual Police Provide Unique Solution

If a customer can dream of a security solution, integrator Lance Rankin can do it. Rankin and his Virtual Police team has become a preferred vender to one of the world’s largest wireless communications and telecommunications providers.

It’s Electrifying

A few years ago, Tarrant County College knew its growth had outpaced its existing key system. The key manufacturer advised that an entirely new system was needed to handle the college’s more than 10,000 doors. This led to a broader investigation of solutions.

Covering All Layers of Security

Each year, college campuses across the country are faced with new security and safety challenges. Campus police and security departments need to adapt to these challenges by implementing new strategies and/or infrastructure.

Improving Security

An independent, nationwide survey in October 2013 sponsored by United Technologies Corp. and the U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools revealed that nine out of 10 Americans believe it’s time for the nation to invest in transforming aging school facilities into 21st century learning environments.

Virtual Blind Spots

In the physical realm, video surveillance is among the most effective methods for safeguarding property. With 24/7 monitoring, companies ensure that trusted insiders have access to the premises, and that criminals do not.

Keeping Operations Afloat

The amount of data we generate on a daily basis is astounding, and it’s only growing larger with each passing day.

Featured

  • Brivo, Eagle Eye Networks Merge

    Dean Drako, Chairman of Brivo, the leading global provider of cloud-native access control and smart space technologies, and Founder of Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud AI video surveillance, today announced the two companies will merge, creating the world’s largest AI cloud-native physical security company. The merged company will operate under the Brivo name and deliver a truly unified cloud-native security platform. Read Now

  • 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

New Products

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • 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.

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.