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Agencies Working Together to Increase Security for Mardi Gras

Thousands of people pour into New Orleans for Mardi Gras but what are authorities doing to ensure the safety of those celebrating?

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 08, 2016

Video Surveillance Captures Airport Workers with Laptop Used in Somalia In-Flight Jet Blast

CCTV footage finds that two airport workers helped to furnish the bomb that exploded on a Somali plane.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 08, 2016

Cognitec Face Recognition System Supports Macau Casino Security

Story and live demonstration to be presented at World Game Protection Conference

Feb 08, 2016

Honeywell Announces Aquisition of Xtralis

Honeywell has entered into an agreement to acquire Xtralis, a global provider of smoke detection and perimeter security technologies.

Feb 05, 2016

Data Breach: 63,000 Social Security Numbers Compromised at University

The University of Central Florida is investigating a data breach that left 63,000 Social Security numbers vulnerable.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 05, 2016

The Chamberlain Group, Inc. Introduces New CEO

JoAnna Sohovich to lead Elmhurst-based corporation

Feb 04, 2016

Security Tight on Women's Day in Cologne

German police are stepping up security as the Cologne Carnival takes place.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 04, 2016

'Making a Murderer' Sheriff Department Target of Bomb Threat

Manitowoc sheriffs have now been targeted in more ways than one for their role in Steven Avery’s case.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 04, 2016

Paris Beefs Up Security for Six Nations Game

The rugby match will be the first one played at the Stade de France since the Paris Attacks.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 03, 2016

Rodo Group Joins OnSSI’s Growing Manufacturer Network

Rep Organization to Manage Sales Activity in Eastern Canada

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 03, 2016

DropBox, Gmail Logins Acquired in Security Camera Hack

Researchers find the Motorola Focus 73 security camera to have a pretty big vulnerability.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 03, 2016

CPSG Names Brian Huitt Chairman of the Board & Ross Porter President and Chief Operating Officer

Hutt has 25 years of experience in the industry

Feb 02, 2016

Is your Bank Teller your Biggest Threat?

Bank robbers aren’t the only ones that will demand cash from your accounts.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 02, 2016

3M Celebrates 50 Years of Innovative Window Film Products

Providing Consistent Solutions for Sun Control Since 1966

Feb 02, 2016

Camden Door controls Launches Quarterly Installation Contest

Each quarter, Camden will select one entry to receive a $500 Visa Gift Card prize. Winners will be featured on the Camden website, Facebook page and social media sites.

Feb 01, 2016

Facebook Bans Private Gun Sales on Its Site

Facebook announces they will be banning private gun sales on its site, a move meant to clamp down on unlicensed gun transactions.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 01, 2016

HID Global Passes High-level MasterCard Certification

The MasterCard Card Quality Management audit covers HID Global’s contactless and dual interface inlays for banking and payment solutions.

Feb 01, 2016

Inmates Recaptured: What Were the Security Lapses?

Three California inmates who escaped from a maximum security facility have been recaptured. Now the investigation focuses on how it happened.

By Sydny Shepard
Feb 01, 2016

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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
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Why the Future of Video Security Is Happening Outside the Cloud

For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reasons. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. Read Now
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UL Solutions Launches Artificial Intelligence Safety Certification Services

UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, today announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) safety certification services, enabling comprehensive assessments for evaluating the safety of AI-powered products. Read Now
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ESA Announces Initiative to Introduce the SECURE Act in State Legislatures

The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services. Read Now
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Ransomware Attacks Rise for the First Time in Six Months

Ransomware attacks have risen for the first time in six months, increasing by 28% month-on-month to 421 attacks. While overall attack volume remained below 500, the uptick may signal a renewed escalation heading into the year’s most active period for cyber criminals. Read Now
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