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Expect Tight Security at Super Bowl City This Year

Expect Tight Security at Super Bowl City This Year

Make sure you get to Super Bowl City with plenty of time to get through security when it opens up on Jan. 30.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 26, 2016
Johnson Controls to Combine with Tyco in Tax-Inversion Deal

Johnson Controls to Combine with Tyco in Tax-Inversion Deal

Johnson Controls strikes $20 billion Tyco Acquisition, company to be based in Ireland.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 25, 2016
3 Inmates Escape from Maximum-Security Jail

3 Inmates Escape from Maximum-Security Jail

California officials are asking for the public’s help to find three inmates who escaped from jail.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 25, 2016


2016 Trends

As we do more with our phones and increasingly demand anywhere/anytime on-line access, there is the opportunity to better protect these activities while creating a more satisfying, mobile-centric security experience at home, in the office, on the road and on-line.

  • By HID Global Innovation Team
  • Jan 25, 2016
Hackers could be Secretly Tapping into your Corporate Meetings

Hackers could be Secretly Tapping into your Corporate Meetings

Lots of companies, even the White House, use a conference calling system that could possibly be tapped by hackers, according to new research.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 22, 2016

Pelco by Scheider Electric Announced Collaboration with Genetec Security Center

Pelco by Schneider Electric Announces Integration of Optera and Spectra Camera Ranges with Genetec Security Center

  • Jan 22, 2016
TSA Intercepted Record Amount of Guns in 2015

TSA Intercepted Record Amount of Guns in 2015

You still can’t bring your loaded gun onto a plane, 2015 proved that.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 22, 2016
Several Schools across New Jersey and Massachusetts Receive Threats

Several Schools across New Jersey and Massachusetts Receive Threats

Schools across the northern states are reacting to threats of bombs and mass shootings.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 19, 2016

New CEO Joins ASIS

Peter J. O'Neil has joined ASIS International as Executive VP and CEO

  • Jan 19, 2016
Super Bowl Security: The Alleged “Plot” Against the Game

Super Bowl Security: The Alleged “Plot” Against the Game

Federal officials mull whether attack on fiber optic systems are connected to a plot against the Super Bowl.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 19, 2016
Your Smartwatch Could Be your Biggest Security Threat

Your Smartwatch Could Be Your Biggest Security Threat

A student discovered that wearable technology could lead to stolen ATM pin codes.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 15, 2016

Arecont Vision Names Cindy Doyle as New Regional Sales Manager for Northern California

In her new position, Doyle will be responsible for managing new and existing accounts as the company continues its growth in the region.

  • Jan 13, 2016

Digital Watchdog Announces Integration of DW Spectrum IPVMS with RBH Access Integra32

Digital Watchdog released information announcing the integration of the company's powerful DW Spectrum IPVMS with RBH Access Integra32.

  • Jan 13, 2016

Football Contest Pays Off for Two Monitronics Dealers

Dealers from South Carolina and Texas win top prizes in annual competition.

  • Jan 13, 2016
New Smart Gun Technology May Help with Security in the U.S.

New Smart Gun Technology May Help with Security in the U.S.

With gun control on the forefront of everyone’s minds, technology companies are introducing products that could save lives.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 13, 2016
The Intense Security behind the Powerball Drawing

The Intense Security behind the Powerball Drawing

There are 1.5 billion reasons to be on the ball.

  • By Sydny Shepard
  • Jan 13, 2016

Anixter Receives Customer Satisfaction Award from JCI

Anixter is pleased to announce that it is the recipient of the 2015 Customer Satisfaction Award from Johnson Controls.

  • Jan 12, 2016

Featured

  • The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

    For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns. Read Now

  • 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

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New Products

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities

  • 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.