Top Stories


Protecting Yourself

Protecting Yourself

Today, traditional alarm and security monitoring services protect roughly 15 percent of American homes and a handful of rental units.

  • By Loni Liss
  • Jan 01, 2015
home security tips for new years travels

Home Security Tips for New Years Travels

Top 5 tips to help keep your abode safe and security while you're away ringing in the New Year!

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Dec 30, 2014
The Healthcare Industry: 2014

The Healthcare Industry: 2014's Biggest Data Breach Victim

Medical industry accounted for 43% of all data breaches for the calendar year.

  • By Joe Ross
  • Dec 26, 2014


Billboard of Santa Holding an AR 15 Causes Locals to Talk

Billboard of Santa Holding an AR 15 Causes Locals to Talk

Owners of Down Range, a shooting range in California, adamant their ad is not meant to be offensive.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Dec 24, 2014

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

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 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

  • 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

Most   Popular

New Products

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • 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.

  • FEP GameChanger

    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction.