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When Buttons Are More Convenient than Cards

Integrates long range reading with increased device control in leading proximity or contactless smart card technologies.

  • Oct 14, 2014
Russian Hackers are Using Microsoft Windows to Spy

Russian Hackers are Using Microsoft Windows to Spy

The hackers are targeting the Ukrainian government, a European government agency, two European companies and a United States scholar.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 14, 2014

Catalyst AV Distribution Network Now Selling Dropcam Pro

All 11 member companies are selling this cloud-based, Wi-Fi video monitoring camera.

  • Oct 14, 2014


ASIS International Announces 2015 Board of Directors

Tyson to assume presidency; Chase to join Board Management Committee.

  • Oct 14, 2014

10 Top Cyber Security Safety Tips

In honor of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, these not-so-familiar tips will help keep you safer online.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 10, 2014
Japan Court Orders Google to Remove Search Results

Japan Court Orders Google to Remove Search Results

The court ordered Google to remove results of a man’s unflattering past.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 10, 2014
Twitter Files Suit over National Security Data

Twitter Files Suit over National Security Data

Social media giant feels First Amendment right has been violated.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 09, 2014

Zwipe Biometric Card Holders Can Now Use Installed Proximity as well as Smart Card Readers

With biometric sensor directly on the card, organizations can also leverage legacy proximity card readers to add biometric authentication.

  • Oct 09, 2014

Napco Security Systems Continental Access Alarm Lock and Marks USA Exhibit Solutions at ASIS 2014

Featured products and solutions met and exceeded market demands for security, connectivity, locking and access control.

  • Oct 09, 2014
HTC Announces $199 RE Camera

HTC Announces $199 RE Camera

The camera includes a 16MP sensor but lacks a viewfinder

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 09, 2014
Amazon

Amazon's Loss Prevention Strategy Lands them in Court

Employees must stand in line, waiting to be screened before they are allowed to leave the premises.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 08, 2014
Symantec Reportedly Looking to Split into Two

Symantec Reportedly Looking to Split into Two

The security and storage company looks to split the two categories into separate organizations.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 08, 2014

Viscount Systems Awarded US Patent for Freedom Security Technology

IP protection added, revolutionizing how access control systems are deployed and managed.

  • Oct 08, 2014

Middle Atlantic Names Colindres As Western Regional Sales Manager

Marco brings extensive sales and marketing experience.

  • Oct 08, 2014

HID Mobile Access Included as Enterprise Solution in the Samsung Enterprise Alliance Program

Powered by Seos and supporting Bluetooth Smart and NFC, HID Mobile Access functions exceedingly well on versatile Samsung smartphones that support both communication channels.

  • Oct 08, 2014

CTS Partners with Real-Time Technology Group to Provide Advanced Identity Management

Cooperative effort leverages RTTG's expertise in developing and hosting advanced identity management programs.

  • Oct 08, 2014

Key Takeaways from ASIS 2014

With over 600 exhibitors and over 20,000 attendees, security knowledge was floating around Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 08, 2014

ASIS 2014 Proves Social Media Works

I understand that parts of the security industry are rather “hush-hush,” and can’t and shouldn’t be discussed openly; however, it seems that the security industry as a whole is coming out of its shell a bit, at least on social media platforms, Twitter in particular.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 08, 2014

Featured

  • 2025 Security LeadHER Conference Program Announced

    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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  • Report: 82 Percent of Phishing Emails Used AI

    KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today launched its Phishing Threat Trend Report, detailing key trends, new data, and threat intelligence insights surrounding phishing threats targeting organizations at the start of 2025. Read Now

  • NRF Supports Federal Bill to Thwart Retail Crime

    The National Retail Federation recently announced its support for the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025. The act was introduced by Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Representative Dave Joyce, R-Ohio. Read Now

  • ISC West 2025 Brings Almost 29,000 Industry Professionals to Las Vegas

    ISC West 2025, organized by RX and in collaboration with the Security Industry Association, concluded at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas last week. The nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security event attracted nearly 29,000 industry professionals and left a lasting impression on the global security community. Over five action-packed days, ISC West welcomed more than 19,000 attendees and featured 750 exhibiting brands. Read Now

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  • Tradeshow Work Can Be Fun

    While at ISC West last week, I ran into numerous friends and associates all of which was a pleasant experience. The first question always seemed to be, “How many does this make for you?” Read Now

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New Products

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • 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.”

  • ComNet CNGE6FX2TX4PoE

    The ComNet cost-efficient CNGE6FX2TX4PoE is a six-port switch that offers four Gbps TX ports that support the IEEE802.3at standard and provide up to 30 watts of PoE to PDs. It also has a dedicated FX/TX combination port as well as a single FX SFP to act as an additional port or an uplink port, giving the user additional options in managing network traffic. The CNGE6FX2TX4PoE is designed for use in unconditioned environments and typically used in perimeter surveillance.