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MERON Makes Public Introduction at GSX With PIAM Technology

A new entry in the cyber-physical security marketplace making its first public introduction, MERON is demonstrating a groundbreaking new solution for Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) branded PIAM+ here at GSX 2024 in booth 1955. MERON is launched by industry veterans Sharad Shekar and Imran Rana with the mission to usher in the next generation of AI-driven driven PIAM and Security Incident Management that overcomes the longstanding shortfalls of legacy solutions.

Securitas Technology Launches Sustainability Initiative

Securitas Technology, a world leader and global provider of security, health, and safety technologies, unveiled today its Sustainability Initiatives, a pioneering effort to promote environmentally sustainable solutions in the electronic security industry. This initiative will be launched at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 show, September 23-25, in Orlando, Florida.

Allied Universal Security Professional Frederick Tucker Honored for Life-Saving Actions During Library Shooting

Frederick Tucker, Allied Universal security professional, has been honored with the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award for his life-saving actions during a shooting at the Nashville Metro Public Library. The award is the highest recognition a security officer can receive for an act of heroism.

PureTech Expands Integrated Solutions with Axis Communications

PureTech Systems, a provider of geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for perimeter and border security, is excited to announce the expansion of their perimeter solutions by further integrating with Axis Communications products. The most recent integration combines PureTech's patented video analytics with the detection capabilities of the Axis Communications D2110-VE security radar.

ISC East Announce Keynote Speakers and Education Track for 2024 Conference

ISC East, with its premier sponsor Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, announced this year’s slate of speakers that will headline the Keynote Series at The Bridge, ISC East’s mainstage destination.

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Level Lock

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Level Lock, a technology solutions business based in Redwood City, California.

Genetec Expands Security Center SaaS With Launch of Operations Center

Genetec Inc. today announced the launch of Operations Center, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Center SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is specifically designed for security operations professionals and will revolutionize the way physical security teams collaborate, communicate, and manage their tasks.

Research: 12 Percent of CISOs Faced Budget Reductions in 2024

IANS Research and Artico Search recently unveiled the 2024 Security Budget Benchmark Report, offering critical insights into the state of security budgets and staffing amidst a backdrop of global economic challenges. This comprehensive study compiled findings from the fifth annual CISO Compensation and Budget Research Survey, including responses gathered from over 750 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) between April and August 2024. The report indicates a cautious yet necessary expansion in security spending.



Scam Sites at Scale: LLMs Fueling a GenAI Criminal Revolution

Cybercrime groups, like other businesses, can create more content in less time using GenAI tools. Over the last 6 months, Netcraft identified threat actors using these technologies across a range of attacks, from innovating advance fee-fraud to spamming out the crypto space. In total, our observations show LLM-generated text being used across a variety of the 100+ attack types we cover, with tens of thousands of sites showing these indicators.

FAST Launches “Talent for Tomorrow” Fundraiser in Conjunction With Workforce Development Month

The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) is excited to announce the launch of its Talent for Tomorrow fundraiser, coinciding with Workforce Development Month. Throughout September, FAST aims to raise $10,000 to support its mission of attracting, training and retaining new talent within the security industry. This initiative is held in partnership with the Security Industry Association (SIA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA).

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