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Security Industry Association Unveils First-Ever U.S. Economic Impact Study

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled the first-ever national economic impact study on the security industry, highlighting the positive impact the security industry has on jobs, wages and federal and state revenue in the United States. The study, conducted by Florida-based John Dunham & Associates, uses the most current methodology and data available from 2024.

CISA, NSA, FBI and International Partners Publish Guide for Protecting Communications Infrastructure

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Security Agency (NSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and international partners published recently a joint guide, Enhanced Visibility and Hardening Guidance for Communications Infrastructure, that provides best practices to protect against a People’s Republic of China (PRC)-affiliated threat actor that has compromised networks of major global telecommunications providers. The recommended practices are for network engineers and defenders of communications infrastructure to strengthen visibility and harden network devices against this broad and significant cyber espionage campaig

Fast-food Operator Enhances Safety and Cuts Security Costs with Interface Systems’ Virtual Guard

Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, today announced the successful deployment of its Virtual Security Guard solution for Madan-Russo Organization. The family-owned owner-operator of a global fast-food chain in northern New Jersey has significantly improved safety and reduced security costs by up to $12,000 monthly at one of its most at-risk locations.

Eagle Eye Cabinets Extend Video Security to Remote and Hard-to-Wire Locations

Eagle Eye Networks, provider of cloud video surveillance, today launched the latest in a suite of cabinet systems that empower businesses to put high-performance AI-powered security cameras wherever they’re needed outdoors including remote locations without power or internet.

7 Reasons Why Governments Need to Regulate AI

Recently, Elon Musk unveiled two remarkable AI applications. A humanoid robot named Optimus, with its remarkable human-like speech and movements, and a fully autonomous car, absent steering wheel and pedals, called Cybercab. While these examples represent a broad trend of AI integration across industries, they highlight technology’s transformative potential, prompting a need for regulation to ensure it is used responsibly, securely and ethically.

ESX 2025 Registration Now Open

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its 2025 Electronic Security Expo (ESX). This trade show and educational conference, known to dealers and integrators as The RMR Educational Event of the Year, is designed by and for electronic security and life safety integrators and dealers. ESX 2025 will be held June 16-19 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Cobb County, Atlanta, GA.

ASIS International Announces Officers and Directors for 2025 Global and Regional Governing Boards

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, is pleased to announce its full slate for its 2025 Global Board of Directors as well as the Asia Pacific Regional Board of Directors, North American Regional Board of Directors, European Regional Board of Directors, and Latin America Caribbean Regional Board of Directors. 2025 global and regional directors will take office 1 January 2025. Marking seven decades of continuous impact, ASIS International reflects on 70 years of advancement since its 1955 establishment.

OR Code Phishing on the Rise According to New Report

KnowBe4 recently released its Q3 2024 Phishing Report. This quarter's findings reveal the most frequently clicked email subjects in simulated phishing tests, demonstrating the continued efficacy of HR and IT-related phishing attempts. KnowBe4’s Q3 2024 Phishing Report reveals that HR and IT-related phishing emails claim a significant 48.6% share of top-clicked phishing types globally. Despite evolving techniques by bad actors, phishing emails remain among the most prevalent tools for executing cyberattacks.



United HealthCare CEO Killed in Targeted Attack in New York City

United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a targeted attack early Wednesday in Manhattan

ISS Welcomes New Director of Strategic Partnerships, Regional Sales Director

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced today that security industry veterans Russell Compton and Brian Friedman have joined the company as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships and Regional Sales Director for the Western U.S. respectively.

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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.”

  • 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.

  • 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.