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    The SecurityInfoWatch.com Retail category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who work in or provide services to the Retail market. It covers issues pertaining to security management, loss prevention as well as security technology deployments in stores, warehouses and the retail supply chain as a whole.
    A surveillance camera monitors vehicle activity in a Mall of America parking garage, part of an expanded AI-powered analytics system enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
    Axis Communications
    July 17, 2025
    The expanded deployment uses AI-powered car-counting and video analytics from Axis Communications to enhance parking management, event planning, and overall security operations...

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    March Networks and IONODES announce integration of wearable IoT cameras
    March Networks
    June 25, 2025
    New mobile surveillance capabilities enhance employee safety and operational flexibility for retailers and financial institutions.
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    Looking back a decade, the scene is one of loss prevention personnel thoroughly investigating and preparing organized retail crime (ORC) cases for prosecution, only to have to knock on doors and find a tolerant detective or patient prosecutor willing to take the case
    Liz Martinez
    June 24, 2025
    Retailers, law enforcement, and prosecutors form a united front against organized retail crime, signaling a national shift toward proactive enforcement.
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    Technology is rapidly changing, and the development and performance of large language AI models are set to continue disrupting the retail industry.
    James Stark
    June 24, 2025
    Managing risk within the U.S.-based retail sector is a continual process that requires a solid framework and the ability to evolve as needs change.
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    Steve Lasky
    June 24, 2025
    I remember conversations with loss prevention directors in the 1980s and throughout the 90s where stories were shared of bizarre methods for stealing merchandise, gaming POS systems...
    Alpha Vision and A+ Guard to showcase AI-powered retail security at NRF Protect
    Alpha Vision
    June 20, 2025
    Retailers and security professionals can experience the Alpha Vision—A+ Guard platform through live demonstrations at Booth #1310 during NRF Protect 2025.
    Telaid launches integrated security strategies to prevent retail theft
    Telaid
    June 17, 2025
    As retail crime continues to rise nationwide, the company’s approach combines physical security infrastructure with intelligent technology and staff training.
    Genetec to showcase latest innovations in cloud-managed security at NRF PROTECT 2025
    Genetec
    June 9, 2025
    Genetec will showcase Security Center SaaS and Cloudlink 210, along with a range of solutions designed to help retailers modernize security operations.
    Fastly research finds link between increased commerce cyberattacks and higher bot traffic
    Fastly
    June 3, 2025
    The report reveals that the commerce industry’s attack volume doubled from 15% in Q1 2024 to 31% in Q1 2025, signaling a shift in attacker focus.
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    New York’s new mandate for silent panic buttons in large retail stores reflects a growing legislative push to equip frontline workers with tools to discreetly signal for help during violent incidents.
    Rodney Bosch
    June 2, 2025
    New safety requirements for retail employers in New York, including training and emergency alert systems, take effect under the newly implemented Retail Worker Safety Act.
    The National Retail Federation announces 2025 PROTECT Award winners
    Five veteran loss prevention professionals will be honored on June 24 during the annual NRF PROTECT conference in Grapevine, Texas.
    SAFR Guard
    SAFR Guard brings powerful AI-based facial matching technology to the edge, offering real-time alerts from the moment a known security concern walks through the door.
    NRF supports federal bill to thwart retail crime
    Nearly all retailers view federal legislation as a necessity to effectively combat this organized retail crime.
    Stolen credentials emerge as top concern in global retail sector
    KnowBe4
    March 12, 2025
    KnowBe4 research shows 38% of retail sector compromises now involve credential theft, surpassing payment card data breaches.
    Motorola Solutions completes acquisition of Theatro
    Motorola Solutions
    March 6, 2025
    Motorola Solutions expects to integrate Theatro’s complementary workflows into its wider portfolio of technologies.
    Flock Safety
    These findings reflect consumer demand for proactive crime prevention that ensures retail stores remain safe and welcoming, according to the Flock Safety survey.
    Flock Safety
    Feb. 26, 2025
    A new national survey by Flock Safety finds that 56% of respondents believe license plate recognition cameras effectively prevent organized retail crime and shoplifting, highlighting...