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State Department Issues Worldwide Travel Alert

It is based on the chocolate shop hostage incident in Sydney, Australia, on Dec. 15.

  • Dec 23, 2014
How to Stay off FAA

How to Stay off FAA's 'Naughty List' with Your Drone

Video gives tips and best practices for flying your unmanned aircraft.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Dec 23, 2014
North Korea’s Internet Restored amid US Hacking Dispute

North Korea's Internet Restored amid US Hacking Dispute

North Korea’s internet was down for several hours before being restored Tuesday.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Dec 23, 2014


10 Tips to Help Security Guards Stay Safe this Winter

10 Tips to Help Security Guards Stay Safe this Winter

Combination of training and experience with the best equipment ensures safety.

  • By Chris Taylor
  • Dec 22, 2014

Sensera Systems Introduces MultiSense MC-60 Cloud Camera

Low-cost, solar-powered, wireless, multi-function camera with cloud service.

  • Dec 22, 2014
BlackBerry and Boeing Team up for Self-Destructing Phone

BlackBerry and Boeing Team up for Self Destructing Phone

The BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES 12) will be integrated into the phone.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Dec 22, 2014

ArchiTech Networx Series Designer Wireless Access Locks

Access control solution blends advanced wireless keyless access control convenience in a customizable designer locking form factor.

  • Dec 19, 2014

HES Launches Redesign and New Magnetic Installation Template Kit

Updated 9600 Series is stronger and sleeker while new magnetic template, the 9000-MTK makes installations easier.

  • Dec 19, 2014

Women’s Security Council Announces 2015 Women of the Year Awards Program

Nominations close at midnight on Feb. 28, 2015 and winners will be notified in March 2015.

  • Dec 19, 2014
Security Report says White House Needs New Fence

Security Report says White House Needs New Fence

The report also suggests that the Secret Service needs a new director from outside the organization

  • By Matt Holden
  • Dec 19, 2014
Sony Hack Kills Movie Release Scheduled for Christmas

Sony Hack Kills Movie Release Scheduled for Christmas

"The Interview" will not be seen in theaters or on pay-per-view or on any other platform.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Dec 18, 2014
Dallas Police Department to Add 200 Body Cameras in January

Dallas Police Department to Add 200 Body Cameras in January

The DPD cites the need to increase transparency, accountability and community engagement.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Dec 18, 2014

IC Real Tech to Unveil World's First 720-degree Immersive Video Camera

Viewed and navigated via today’s leading mobile devices, this dual-lens camera captures an unprecedented 720-degree immersive view: 360-degrees horizontally and 360-degrees vertically.

  • Dec 18, 2014
National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Looks to Israel for Advice

National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Looks to Israel for Advice

The deputy director of the center is willing to look beyond his borders for cutting edge techniques

  • By Matt Holden
  • Dec 17, 2014

Evidence Gathering and Management to Get Smarter in 2015

According to eMarketer, the United States will pass 50% Smartphone penetration among its population.

  • Dec 17, 2014

Pivot3 Simplifies Backup and Disaster Recovery

Solution designed as a cost-effective, high-storage efficiency appliance that secures vital company digital assets and deploys business-critical applications.

  • Dec 17, 2014
NSA Web Data Collection Program Has its Day in Court

NSA Web Data Collection Program Has its Day in Court

Advocacy group claims program is unconstitutional because it violates the 4th Amendment.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Dec 17, 2014

STANLEY Security Empowers Customers with eServices 2.0

Security insight & business intelligence platform has integrated feature & request customer feedback portal.

  • Dec 16, 2014

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  • 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

  • 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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  • Cloud Security Alliance Brings AI-Assisted Auditing to Cloud Computing

    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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  • 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.”

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • 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.