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Samsung SmartTVs May Record Conversations

Samsung SmartTVs May Record Conversations

A line in the privacy policy states the television may record conversation and send it to a third party.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 10, 2015

Axis Unanimously Accepts Bid from Canon

Canon Inc. has announced a public offer to the shareholders of Axis to transfer all of their shares in Axis to Canon. The total value of the offer is SEK 23.6 billion

  • Feb 10, 2015


New Report Finds Security Gaps in Vehicle Technology

New Report Finds Security Gaps in Vehicle Technology

A report by U.S. Senator Edward Markey finds that most automakers don’t have the ability to find security breaches.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 09, 2015
US Navy Introduces Firefighting Robot

US Navy Introduces Firefighting Robot

SAFFiR and his drone sidekick, Damage Control Technologies, help keep sailors out of direct exposure to fire.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Feb 06, 2015
Obama’s Security Strategy Features Robust Leadership, Limitations

Obama’s Security Strategy Features Robust Leadership, Limitations

The President’s second, and final, national security strategy focuses on limiting how much the United States can shape world events.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 06, 2015

VITEK to Sponsor ESA Leadership Summit in Phoenix This Month

Company representatives to share information on latest in video surveillance and products.

  • Feb 05, 2015
How Safe is Taxpayer Data?

How Safe is Taxpayer Data?

Several technologies are available that help detect misuse of taxpayer information.

  • By Hagai Schaffer
  • Feb 05, 2015
France Refuses to Fuel the Fire of Terrorism

France Refuses to Fuel the Fire of Terrorism

Filming action movies on Paris streets banned in response to recent terrorist attacks.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Feb 05, 2015
Anthem Blue Cross Hacked, Affecting Millions

Anthem Blue Cross Hacked, Affecting Millions

The health insurance company is working with the FBI to come to a solution.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 05, 2015

New Altronix Outdoor Solution

Enables long range Ethernet over Coax or CAT5e and supports Hi-PoE and PoE/PoE+ at longer distances.

  • Feb 05, 2015

Milestone Systems Makes Newborn Rhino an Online Star

First result of a strategic collaboration with Milestone on video-enabled experience in parks.

  • Feb 05, 2015

Video Insight to Donate $1,000,000 in Video Surveillance Systems To Schools and Colleges

Video surveillance isn't a luxury; it's a necessity.

  • Feb 04, 2015

Vector Security Now Accepting Applications for 2015 LPF Scholarships

Company continues commitment to furthering loss prevention education.

  • Feb 04, 2015

Digital Watchdog Course Qualifies for ESA Credit

ESA-certified DW Spectrum IP VMS classes available for 2015.

  • Feb 04, 2015

Contactless Payment and US Chip-and-PIN Adoption Drives Smart Card Growth in 2014

Smart Payment Association announces preliminary finds of 2014 smart card payments review.

  • Feb 04, 2015
Security and Privacy for Wearables Not So Good

Security and Privacy for Wearables Not So Good

By 2019, it is predicted that more than half a billion wearable devices will be in use each day.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Feb 04, 2015
Few Criminal Background Checks are run at Airports

Few Criminal Background Checks are run at Airports

Officials have admitted that it is a gap in security.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 04, 2015

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  • Survey: 60 Percent of Organizations Using AI in IT Infrastructure

    Netwrix, a cybersecurity provider focused on data and identity threats, today announced the release of its annual global 2025 Cybersecurity Trends Report based on a global survey of 2,150 IT and security professionals from 121 countries. It reveals that 60% of organizations are already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their IT infrastructure and 30% are considering implementing AI. Read Now

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    Axis Communications, the global industry leader in video surveillance, has released its latest research report, ‘The State of AI in Video Surveillance,’ which explores global industry perspectives on the use of AI in the security industry and beyond. The report reveals current attitudes on AI technologies thanks to in-depth interviews with AI experts from Axis’ global network and a comprehensive survey of more than 5,800 respondents, including distributors, channel partners, and end customers across 68 countries. The resulting insights cover AI integration and the opportunities and challenges that exist with regard to security, safety, business intelligence, and operational efficiency. Read Now

  • SIA Urges Tariff Relief for Security Industry Products

    Today, the Security Industry Association has sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick requesting relief from tariffs for security industry products and asking that the Trump administration formulate a process that allows companies to apply for product-specific exemptions. The security industry is an important segment of the U.S. economy, contributing over $430 billion in total economic impact and supporting over 2.1 million jobs. Read Now

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    IBM recently released the 2025 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index highlighting that cybercriminals continued to pivot to stealthier tactics, with lower-profile credential theft spiking, while ransomware attacks on enterprises declined. IBM X-Force observed an 84% increase in emails delivering infostealers in 2024 compared to the prior year, a method threat actors relied heavily on to scale identity attacks. Read Now

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    ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the leading membership associations for the security industry – have announced details for the 2025 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The third annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. This carefully crafted program represents a comprehensive professional development opportunity for women in security this year. To view the full lineup at this year’s event, please visit securityleadher.org. Read Now

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