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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.

  • Jan 12, 2015
U.S. Central Command Twitter Account Hacked by ISIS

U.S. Central Command Twitter Account Hacked by ISIS

Revealing Tweets from known terrorist group should not be taken lightly.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jan 12, 2015
Monday Monologue of Security-related Issues

Monday Monologue of Security-related Issues

From one of the black boxes being retrieved from the AsiaAir flight crash to talks of speeding up nuclear talks, this is top news you need to know.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jan 12, 2015


France to Mobilize 10,000 troops

France to Mobilize 10,000 troops

France is taking a number of measures in a reaction to last week’s terrorist attacks.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jan 12, 2015

Major General (Ret) James Champion to Deliver ESX 2015 Opening Keynote

Retired Special Forces Officer to present: “Leadership Is A 24/7 Job.”

  • Jan 12, 2015

Surveillance Integration

Synectics to explain and demonstrate how achieving protection of crucial assets for economic and social development is as much about people as it is about technology at Intersec 2015 in Dubai.

  • Jan 12, 2015

Dealers Gain More Surveillance Options with New Honeywell HDZ Series Cameras

Ideal for any facility that requires detailed surveillance with IP and analog cameras, high image quality and zoom capabilities.

  • Jan 12, 2015
Drastic Security Measures being taken for Boston Marathon Bombing Trial

Drastic Security Measures being taken for Boston Marathon Bombing Trial

Armed boats and police dogs are just a couple of the ways officials are protecting the trial.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jan 09, 2015

Monitor Dynamics Names REPMS Manufacturer's Rep for Northeast U.S.

iTRUST 2.0 POE+ powered, server-less, IP access control product launches and promoted in Metro New York, New Jersey and the New England area.

  • Jan 09, 2015
NSA Whistleblower Speaks with PBS about Digital Attacks

NSA Whistleblower Speaks with PBS about Digital Attacks

From his hotel room in Moscow, Edward Snowden has a thing or two to say about digital attacks. (Video included).

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jan 09, 2015
See What a Surveillance Camera Can Do

See What a Surveillance Camera Can Do

The funny side of video surveillance.

  • Jan 08, 2015
A Tweeter Invades College Coach

A Tweeter Invades College Coach's Privacy

Coach Sumlin of Texas A&M teaches college student the ultimate lesson about respecting the privacy of others.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Jan 08, 2015
Policewoman Shot in Paris Following Attacks

Policewoman Shot in Paris Following Attacks

The gunman also reportedly robbed a gas station in the northern part of the country

  • By Matt Holden
  • Jan 08, 2015

Taminco Chemicals Rely on Milestone for Employee Safety and Federal Regulation

Hazardous materials monitored through production and transportation.

  • Jan 08, 2015

Paxton Access to Release Net2 PaxLock

Secure, wireless, battery-operated, electronic lock that works with company's software for easy management of networked access control.

  • Jan 08, 2015

Hikvision Canada Inc. Established to Better Serve Needs of Canadian Market

Focus is on video surveillance with state-of-the-art technology and exceptional technical support.

  • Jan 08, 2015

Paxton Announces the Grand Opening of Their New Distribution Facility

Company provides IP, wireless and battery-powered access control solutions, providing electronic security for any site requirement.

  • Jan 07, 2015
Honeywell

Honeywell's Lyric Makes CES Debut

New way for families to stay in control of their home comfort and security while at home or away.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Jan 07, 2015

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  • DHS to End ‘Shoes-Off’ Travel Policy

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a new policy today which will allow passengers traveling through domestic airports to keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints. Read Now

  • 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

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    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

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New Products

  • 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.”

  • 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.

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.