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Open Options Unveils Website Redesign

New website includes different areas with customized content for dealers, system users and consultants.

UL Certifies SBN Cloud

A UL-certified central station is now achievable for all.

Protection 1 Earns Prestigious CSAA's Five Diamond Central Station Certification

Central Station Alarm Association’s certification re-enforces Protection 1’s commitment to providing the highest level of service to its customers.



Mission 500 Launches #ShowOrange Campaign

Initiative generates more involvement and funding for U.S. children in need.

Military Tightens Security at Base in Delaware after Drivers Raise Suspicion

Military Tightens Security at Base in Delaware after Drivers Raise Suspicion

Unknown suspects tried to probe the base for security weaknesses.

Recap of White House Cybersecurity Efforts

Recap of White House Cybersecurity Efforts

Ways in which Obama proposes America fights against cyber threats with commentary from Yubico CEO.

Securitron Expands Power Supply Offering

AQE Series of PoE injectors and extractors bring data and power together.

Viscount Systems Awarded New Patent

Increases security for schools and businesses during crisis lockdowns.

Panasonic Announces Availability of New i PRO ULTRA 360 Panoramic Cameras

Company's first surveillance camera built on advanced 4K ULTRA HD engine for improved business intelligence.

IC Real Tech 720-view Immersive Video Camera Sensation at CES

ALLIE made Reuters’ Best of CES list, received the Consumer Electronics Associations Mark of Excellence award, and was honored in both the Digital Imaging and SmartHome sections of the CES Innovations Awards showcase.

Military Tightens Password Security after Central Command Hack

Military Tightens Password Security after Central Command Hack

Officials have launched an investigation into the attack

Delta Bullet-proof Guard Booth Takes on Texas Shooter and Wins

No penetration of bullet-proof guard booth in November 28 downtown Austin, Texas shooting.

Eight Cities Video-linked with Milestone Ring of Protection

Innovative inter-city security solution for Minneapolis-St. Paul area highlights the power of partnering.

ASSA ABLOY Wins 2014 GOOD DESIGN Awards

World's oldest programs for design excellence worldwide that receives several thousand submissions from 48 countries across the globe.

Tyco Security Products Government Expert Named to Steering Committee

Helps to shape physical access control smart card technology in concert with other committee and Smart Card Alliance representatives.

Security Services on High Alert for Beheading Attack in Britain

Security Services on High Alert for Beheading Attack in Britain

Online discussions regarding the killing of soldiers and police lead to security services entering a state of high alert.

Security Increased at U.S. Airports as Precaution

Security Increased at U.S. Airports as Precaution

Inspire Magazine, an Al-Qaeda publication, publishes article on how to make homemade bombs from household products.

NorthStar Alarm Becomes First Honeywell Dealer to Provide the New Lyric Home Security Line

Lyric line features awareness cameras, motion and smoke and intruder detectors that integrate with other home automation products, such as the smart thermostat.

Featured

  • AI to Help Resolve Non-Emergency Calls Across Utah and Decrease 911 Caller Wait Times

    The Utah Communications Authority (UCA), which oversees the state’s next generation 911 technology services, recently announced that public safety answering points (PSAPs) throughout the state plan to implement Motorola Solutions’ Virtual Response technology to automate the receipt and resolution of 10-digit non-emergency line calls in Utah with the help of AI. Read Now

  • Report: 2025 Video Surveillance Market Set to Grow After Small Decline in 2024

    Novaira Insights has unveiled its latest report, “World Market for Video Surveillance Hardware and Software – 2025 Edition.” The research indicates that the global market for video surveillance hardware and software experienced a slight decline of 0.3% in 2024. This performance fell short of previous forecasts, primarily due to a significant decrease of 7.8% in the Chinese market. Conversely, the rest of the world saw a growth of 4.9%. The global market for video surveillance equipment was estimated to be worth $25.0 billion in 2024. Read Now

  • Report Reveals Local Governments Face Surge in Ransomware Attacks with Minimal Resources

    KnowBe4, the cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, recently released new research highlighting the critical cybersecurity challenges facing state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments. The report details how government organizations have become prime targets for cybercriminals while simultaneously facing severe resource constraints. Read Now

  • Video Surveillance Trends to Watch

    With more organizations adding newer capabilities to their surveillance systems, it’s always important to remember the “basics” of system configuration and deployment, as well as the topline benefits of continually emerging technologies like AI and the cloud. Read Now

  • 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

New Products

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols.

  • QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    The latest Qualcomm® Vision Intelligence Platform offers next-generation smart camera IoT solutions to improve safety and security across enterprises, cities and spaces. The Vision Intelligence Platform was expanded in March 2022 with the introduction of the QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC), which delivers superior artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the edge.