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Combatting Insider Threat

The recent disappearance of Egypt Air Flight MS804 on May 19 has once again highlighted the issues of insider threat at airports.

By Pan Kamal
Sep 01, 2016

Monitronics Announces Exclusive Benefits for AARP Members

Company to provide discount on residential security services for members of prominent non-profit.

Jun 30, 2016

Joint Base Andrews in Lockdown due to Active Shooter Situation

Joint Base Andrews in Maryland has been placed on lockdown following a report of an active shooter.

By Sydny Shepard
Jun 30, 2016

4 Critical Components of Tomorrow's Cyber Security Incident Response

Each of these four key components are essential in establishing a solid defense against would-be cyber-attacks.

By Gabby Nizri
Jun 29, 2016

41 Dead in Istanbul Terror Attack

41 died and more than 230 more were injured when three men open fired and set off explosives at a Turkish airport.

By Sydny Shepard
Jun 29, 2016

Mission 500 Takes the Field for Children in Need

Second Annual Security Industry Softball Game Scheduled for August 20.

Jun 28, 2016

Monitronics Donates $20,000 in Security to Local Women's Shelter

Monitronics donated $20,000 in security hardware and monitoring to the Agape Women’s Shelter, including new professionally-installed, monitored security systems throughout the shelter and in all of the residents’ homes.

Jun 28, 2016

Intel Open to Selling Security Software Business

Intel could never make full use of the McAfee business, which it bought in 2010.

By Sydny Shepard
Jun 27, 2016

Star Tribune names IdentiSys Inc. a 2016 Top Workplace

IdentiSys Inc. has been named one of the Top 150 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune.

Jun 27, 2016

At Least 10 Injured at California Rally

At least 10 were injured when a white supremacist group and counter-protesters clashed at a rally on the Sacramento Capitol steps Sunday, June 26.

By Sydny Shepard
Jun 27, 2016

Featured

AI Used as Part of Sophisticated Espionage Campaign

A cybersecurity inflection point has been reached in which AI models has become genuinely useful in cybersecurity operation. But to no surprise, they can used for both good works and ill will. Systemic evaluations show cyber capabilities double in six months, and they have been tracking real-world cyberattacks showing how malicious actors were using AI capabilities. These capabilities were predicted and are expected to evolve, but what stood out for researchers was how quickly they have done so, at scale. Read Now
- Artificial Intelligence
Why the Future of Video Security Is Happening Outside the Cloud

For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reasons. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. Read Now
- Video Surveillance
UL Solutions Launches Artificial Intelligence Safety Certification Services

UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, today announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) safety certification services, enabling comprehensive assessments for evaluating the safety of AI-powered products. Read Now
- Artificial Intelligence
ESA Announces Initiative to Introduce the SECURE Act in State Legislatures

The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services. Read Now
- Guard Services
Ransomware Attacks Rise for the First Time in Six Months

Ransomware attacks have risen for the first time in six months, increasing by 28% month-on-month to 421 attacks. While overall attack volume remained below 500, the uptick may signal a renewed escalation heading into the year’s most active period for cyber criminals. Read Now
- Cybersecurity

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