January 2026

Adapt or die may take on a whole new meaning for integrators and consultants in the new year.

Why integrators should care about the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance’s PKOC credential specification

A simple template that generates engagement and upgrades

Four tips to identify within 90 days which salespeople won't cut it.

A new era of AI, subscription services, and interoperability is redefining the market.

Records of conversations with AI assistants could be used as evidence, creating a new data risk for you and your company.

Put these in the truck for your technicians who inspect, install, or troubleshoot fire systems, and they will thank you for it.

Seven steps to making a clean transition without burning any bridges.

How to continue to move forward with industry workforce development.

Six acquisitions, a key UL-681 certification and a new headquarters investment are expanding LOUD Security Systems’ commercial services and regional footprint across Georgia.

Bosch’s new PRA-EOB end-of-branch device introduces supervised multi-branch loudspeaker line support to the PRAESENSA platform, enhancing installation flexibility and system monitoring...

The acquisition brings Security Government Technology Solutions’ government and high-security expertise into Zeus’s Martin Systems platform.

Deep Sentinel’s new mobile, solar-powered trailer brings real-time guard intervention and AI-driven monitoring to remote sites that lack power or permanent infrastructure.

Eddie Sorrells, CEO of DSI Security, will lead ASIS International’s 2026 Global Board as the association announces new officers and regional directors.

The acquisition adds 3D LiDAR sensing technology to Senstar’s portfolio and expands its reach into high-growth security and industrial markets.

The acquisition of Alcom and OK-SEE expands Pye-Barker’s proactive video monitoring services in the Oklahoma City market.

APi expects the deal to strengthen its inspection-first strategy as CertaSite brings $90 million in projected 2025 revenue and a multi-state service footprint.

Fresh data from Genetec shows how modernization, hybrid-cloud adoption and AI readiness are reshaping project priorities for security integrators.

Allied Universal has sold a majority stake in AMAG Technology to Shore Rock Partners, which plans to invest in expanding AMAG’s high-security technology portfolio while Allied...

LSA aims to enshrine the lasting influence of pioneers who advanced global security and life safety.

TDSi will rebrand as TDSi by Hirsch in the new year, expanding its established access control portfolio with Hirsch’s high security technologies while maintaining full continuity...

ASSA ABLOY says the deal for the venerable S&G brand aligns with its strategy to grow in the safe-locking segment.

Genetec’s new mobile app gives law enforcement and security professionals real-time access to Cloudrunner vehicle data and alerts from any location.

The collaboration brings together Alarm.com’s platform and Everon’s integration expertise to streamline security and business operations through a consolidated interface.

Verkada’s latest investment round marks a $1.3 billion valuation increase since February and will support expansion of its AI-driven security platform.

Thoma Bravo will exit its investment in Raptor Technologies as Warburg Pincus takes ownership and JMI Equity reinvests in the school safety software provider.

Axis Communications has acquired FF Group to broaden its capabilities in license plate recognition (LPR), data analytics and traffic-focused solutions.

Securitas Technology expands its Florida footprint with the acquisition of Sonitrol Ft. Lauderdale and Level 5 Security Group.

Delta’s planned acquisition of Vivotek for about $120 million positions the company to further consolidate its role in the building automation and surveillance market.

Jeppe Frandsen, vice chairman of the board, has been appointed acting CEO as the company initiates its search for a permanent successor.

SIA’s utility roundtable at ISC East explored defining “never events,” aligning security with enterprise risk, and addressing the realities of converged infrastructure.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Texas Homeland Security & Sound, expanding its fire protection presence in Texas and adding security, access control, video surveillance ...

More than half of retail workers say they may leave their jobs in the next year due to safety concerns, according to new research from the Loss Prevention Research Council and...

Motorola Solutions has acquired Salt Lake City-based Blue Eye, adding the company’s AI-powered remote video monitoring platform and 24-hour SOC services to its enterprise security...

Dormakaba’s investment launches a new partnership focused on developing next-generation biometric and AI-enabled access technologies.

Gentex has acquired biometric authentication provider BioConnect, expanding its capabilities in security and access control and integrating the company with its existing EyeLock...

The V730 combines vivid 4MP video resolution with spotlight-enabled color night vision and proactive deterrence features.

Ideal for Multifamily Access Control

TamperShield continuously verifies that the alarm panel can communicate properly, providing faster visibility into communication failures, device tampering, and system health ...