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From Cockpit to Classroom

From Cockpit to Classroom

It is only natural that we respond to horrific situations with a renewed emphasis on security.

  • By Mark Berger
  • Jul 01, 2015
The Layered Approach

The Layered Approach

With one recent study projecting the mass notification market to be worth more than $6.4 billion by 2018, it is obvious that more and more institutions are turning toward a layered approach to deliver emergency alerts.

  • By Michael Zuidema
  • Jul 01, 2015

Connecting the District

Sycamore School District in Illinois is comprised of seven schools ranging from elementary to secondary schools.

  • By Kreg Wesley
  • Jul 01, 2015


Back to School

Back to School

When some children drop out of school, that is all of the formal education they may ever receive.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Jul 01, 2015

A Creole Cut Above

For a couple of years now, I’ve traveled to several locations to interview and write the cover story for our Dealer Strategies. It is always an honor to be able to sit with the CEO or designated spokesperson, and learn about that company’s business model.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Jul 01, 2015
The Heat of the Moment

The Heat of the Moment

In the security world, it’s often what you don’t see that can hurt you the most.

  • By Anthony Incorvati
  • Jul 01, 2015
Introduce Yourself to Open Architecture

Introduce Yourself to Open Architecture

The concept of Open Architecture Access Control is taking on a lot of traction.

  • By Peter Berg
  • Jul 01, 2015
Building an Empire

Building an Empire

Thirty years ago, Lucy Rivero entered the security industry. She worked as an administrative assistant at a security company, and then worked her way into sales.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Jul 01, 2015
Federal Authorities Issue Fourth of July Terror Warning

Federal Authorities Issue Fourth of July Terror Warning

Tips to help you, your family and friends stay safe and alert while enjoying firework displays.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jun 30, 2015
Google Security Researcher Leaves to Take on New Project

Google Security Researcher Leaves to Take on New Project

The researcher known as Mudge plans to start a non-profit devoted to software security.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jun 30, 2015
Transparent Big Trucks for Road Safety

Transparent Big Trucks for Road Safety

Samsung creates prototype Smart Truck with wireless camera installed on front of truck and connected to video displays mounted on the back.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jun 29, 2015
Arab Countries Looking to Increase Security after Suicide Bomber Kills 26

Arab Countries Looking to Increase Security after Suicide Bomber Kills 26

Gulf Arab countries face rising tensions due to conflicts between Sunnis and Shiites.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jun 29, 2015
Don

Don't Give Physical Security the Back Seat

5 areas that you must focus on in your facility to enhance security.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jun 26, 2015
Bangkok Airport Denies Security Slip

Bangkok Airport Denies Security Slip

A gun was reported to be found in a carry-on bag.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jun 26, 2015

Southwest Microwave Introduces the Advanced Model 420 Passive Infrared Sensor

Specialized outdoor intrusion detection applications.

  • Jun 25, 2015

SECURITYTRONIX Announces the "EZ Connect" Series

Standalone network video recorder including built in PoE.

  • Jun 25, 2015

Safe-T Box 6.0 Secures Data in the Cloud

Unified Secure Data Exchange Broker solution consolidates email, file, mobile and cloud data security.

  • Jun 25, 2015
Nest Joins Home Security with Nest Cam

Nest Joins Home Security with Nest Cam

Home security and monitoring device features three stand options.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jun 25, 2015

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  • 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

  • Overwhelming Majority of CISOs Anticipate Surge in Cyber Attacks Over the Next Three Years

    An overwhelming 98% of chief information security officers (CISOs) expect a surge in cyber attacks over the next three years as organizations face an increasingly complex and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven digital threat landscape. This is according to new research conducted among 300 CISOs, chief information officers (CIOs), and senior IT professionals by CSC1, the leading provider of enterprise-class domain and domain name system (DNS) security. Read Now

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    The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment, today introduced an innovative addition to its suite of Security, Trust, Assurance and Risk (STAR) Registry assessments with the launch of Valid-AI-ted, an AI-powered, automated validation system. The new tool provides an automated quality check of assurance information of STAR Level 1 self-assessments using state-of-the-art LLM technology. Read Now

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    Omega Systems, a provider of managed IT and security services, today released new research that reveals the growing impact of cybersecurity challenges on leading healthcare organizations and patient safety. According to the 2025 Healthcare IT Landscape Report, 19% of healthcare leaders say a cyberattack has already disrupted patient care, and more than half (52%) believe a fatal cyber-related incident is inevitable within the next five years. Read Now

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  • 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.”

  • 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

  • Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden Door Controls has relaunched its CV-7600 card readers in response to growing market demand for a more secure alternative to standard proximity credentials that can be easily cloned. CV-7600 readers support MIFARE DESFire EV1 & EV2 encryption technology credentials, making them virtually clone-proof and highly secure.