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13th Annual Security Industry Party A Big Success

Guests enjoyed food and drinks at Tapa Toro in Orlando

Disgruntled Employee Kills Two, Himself in Workplace Shooting

Disgruntled Employee Kills Two, Himself in Workplace Shooting

Three people are dead, the shooting included in Athens, Tennessee after a workplace shooting.

ISC West Launches Unmanned Security Expo

Exhibits & Education Dedicated to Aerial Drones & Ground Robotics



Can Artificial Intelligence Solve the Cybersecurity Talent Drain?

Online Exclusive: Can Artificial Intelligence Solve the Cybersecurity Talent Drain?

Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning allows organizations to enjoy real time protection and risk identification, significantly reducing security risks without the need to increase staff.

Fredrik Nilsson of Axis Communications to Receive Lippert Award

The Security Industry Association announced the selection of Fredrik Nilsson, Vice President, Americas, Axis Communications Inc., to receive the 2016 George R. Lippert Memorial Award.

Yahoo Confirms Data Breach of 500 Million Accounts

Yahoo Confirms Data Breach of 500 Million Accounts

Yahoo has confirmed that a copy of data for at least 500 million accounts has been stolen.

Department of Commerce Awards XTec PIV-Interoperable Credentialing Contract

XTec adds another Federal Agency to their PIV-I hosted service offering

Digital Watchdog DW Spectrum IPVMS Now Integrated with RS2 Access Control

DW Spectrum™ IPVMS on Multiple Devices

Altronix Selects Thomasson Marketing Group for the Pacific Southwest Region

Effective immediately, TMG is representing Altronix in California, Hawaii, Nevada and Arizona.

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

A second night of violent protests broke out in Charlotte following an officer-involved shooting.

Network Video Helps University at Buffalo Continue to Expand Campus-wide Security

University continues to develop video security system with Milestone software and Axis cameras meet ongoing video surveillance needs

Farpointe Partners with Cypress on Wireless Mobile, Handheld Card Readers

Handheld Wireless Mobile Reader (WMR) System Provides Identity Verification Where Fixed Readers Can't

Violent Protests Break Out in Charlotte Following Fatal Shooting

Violent Protests Break Out in Charlotte Following Fatal Shooting

Violent protests shut down a highway in Charlotte, North Carolina following the fatal shooting of a black man.

Accidental Discharge Weeks after Implementation of Campus Carry

Accidental Discharge Weeks after Implementation of Campus Carry

Campus carry was implemented at universities around Texas on Aug. 1, less than two months later a student accidentally discharged a weapon.

Snowden Leak Caused ‘Tremendous’ Damage to U.S. Security

Snowden Leak Caused 'Tremendous Damage' to U.S. Security

A U.S. House committee issued a scathing report accusing Snowden of causing damage to U.S. security.

3 Ways iOS 10 Brings Security to Your iPhone

3 Ways iOS 10 Brings Security to Your iPhone

The top iPhone features that guard your privacy and security.

Views from ASIS 2016 Day 1

Day one of ASIS 2016 featured a full slate of activity, and an exhibition floor brimming with visitors.

Featured

  • The Impact of Convergence Between IT and Physical Security

    For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate. While they shared common goals and interests, they often worked in silos. Read Now

  • Unlocking Trustworthy AI: Building Transparency in Security Governance

    In situations where AI supports important security tasks like leading investigations and detecting threats and anomalies, transparency is essential. When an incident occurs, investigators must trace the logic behind each automated response to confirm its validity or spot errors. Demanding interpretable AI turns opaque “black boxes” into accountable partners that enhance, rather than compromise, organizational defense. Read Now

  • Seeking Innovative Solutions

    Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. You may recognize these terms as the “5 Phases” of a grieving process, but they could easily describe the phases one goes through before adopting any new or emerging innovation or technology, especially in a highly risk-averse industry like security. However, the desire for convenience in all aspects of modern life is finally beginning to turn the tide from old school hardware as the go-to towards more user-friendly, yet still secure, door solutions. Read Now

  • Where AI Meets Human Judgment

    Artificial intelligence is everywhere these days. It is driving business growth, shaping consumer experiences, and showing up in places most of us never imagined just a few years ago. Read Now

  • Report: Only 44 Percent of Organizations are Fully Equipped to Support Secure AI

    Delinea recently published new research on the impact of artificial intelligence in reshaping identity security. According to the report, “AI in Identity Security Demands a New Playbook,” only 44% of organizations say their security architecture is fully equipped to support secure AI, despite widespread confidence in their current capabilities. Read Now

New Products

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame.

  • 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.