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The demand for security hasn’t diminished, but the delivery model, he argues, is overdue for reinvention. Video and analytics are now a game-changer.
Kastle’s deployment of Aliro-based mobile credentials is designed to unify access across building systems, allowing users to move through commercial properties with a single credential stored in their mobile wallet.
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Honorees will be recognized at ESX 2026, where the program highlights the contributions of technicians working across installation, service and system maintenance roles.
The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Security Technician of the Year Awards recognize standout professionals for technical expertise, leadership and service across the...
April 1, 2026
HID's new report draws on insights from more than 300 IT leaders across the United States and Europe on how organizations are adapting certificate management and trust strategies.
HID's study finds IT leaders accelerating PKI automation and cloud adoption while preparing for AI-driven identity demands and post-quantum risks.
March 31, 2026
David G. Smith joins the executive leadership team with more than two decades of financial experience, most recently serving as CFO of Protein Bar Holdings.
Vector Security names David G. Smith CFO to lead financial strategy and support disciplined growth and long-term value creation.
March 31, 2026
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As quantum risk moves from theory to inevitability, a new public-private collaboration aims to operationalize the shift to quantum-resilient cryptography across enterprise environments...
March 31, 2026

Security Executives

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New visibility into ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini usage aims to give security teams control over the fast-growing digital workforce.
April 1, 2026
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Arkose Labs report reveals enterprises expect imminent incidents—but are investing just 6% of budgets to stop them.
March 31, 2026
Cento CEO Brett Ennals, left, and Tom Verzuh, founder of SCW Consulting, bring together decades of experience as the firms combine to expand global recruitment capabilities across the security and technology markets.
The combination expands Cento’s North American presence and executive search capabilities as demand grows for specialized talent across the evolving security and building services...
March 31, 2026
Live from ISC West 2026: Protos CEO Mark Hjelle on contract guard services
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Protos’s CEO Mark Hjelle, focusing on how organizations are managing contract security programs and coordinating guarding services...
March 31, 2026

Integrators

Todd Zoppo joined AlarMax after a career that included recognition as Sales Manager of the Year and participation in an exclusive leadership development program.
Zoppo's promotion to the role caps more than 25 years of industry experience and signals AlarMax's push to build out its national sales operation.
April 1, 2026
Risk Management deep dive with COSECURE at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews COSECURE’s Drew Neckar, Principal Consultant, and CEO Dan Pascale, focusing on how organizations are aligning security strategy,...
March 31, 2026
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Revenueify’s AI Sales Coaching platform enables commercial integrators to practice real-world selling scenarios while providing managers with data-driven insights to strengthen team performance and coaching effectiveness.
revenueify unveils an AI sales coaching platform designed to help commercial integrators build real-world selling skills and give managers actionable performance insights.
March 31, 2026
ARK Systems has built a regional presence since 1973, serving customers across Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
With the addition of ARK Systems, Sciens Building Solutions expands its fire and life safety, security and communications capabilities across key Mid-Atlantic markets, including...
March 30, 2026

Video Surveillance

Chris Stori brings experience in enterprise networking, IoT and cloud-managed platforms to his new leadership role at Verkada.
Former Bright Machines CEO and Cisco executive will lead IT strategy and business systems as Verkada scales its global operations.
April 1, 2026
The Araknis Networks 530 Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Point is designed to deliver high-speed connectivity and simplified network management for residential and SMB installations.
ADI introduces the Araknis Networks 530 Wi-Fi 7 access point, combining high-performance wireless connectivity with intelligent management tools for residential and SMB environments...
April 1, 2026
SDS Perimeter Outdoor Gunshot Detection System extends gunshot detection coverage to exterior environments including campuses and parking areas.
Shooter Detection Systems expands its gunshot detection capabilities outdoors with a new perimeter solution designed to improve early threat awareness.
April 1, 2026
IQSIGHT debuts at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews IQSIGHT Head of Product Marketing Matthew Cirnigliaro, discussing the company’s transition from Bosch Video Systems and how AI-driven...
March 31, 2026

Access & Identity

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The Codelocks Connect App allows users to generate and manage time-sensitive access codes directly from a mobile device.
Codelocks launches a new mobile app that enables users to manage access codes and connected locks remotely with greater speed and flexibility.
April 1, 2026
Nuki’s Keypad 2 NFC enables secure tap-to-unlock access at the front door using smartphones, wearables, fingerprints, or access codes.
Nuki’s new Keypad 2 NFC brings tap-to-unlock convenience to residential doors, combining contactless technology with support for emerging smart home standards.
April 1, 2026
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Bogen Communications’ Nyquist communication peripherals on display at ISC West 2026, highlighting integrated audio and visual alerting technologies.
Bogen Communications showcased a suite of Nyquist peripherals at ISC West 2026 aimed at enhancing unified audio and visual communication for safety and situational awareness.
April 1, 2026
A driver uses a vehicle dashboard interface powered by CarPlay or Android Auto to lock or unlock a Kwikset smart lock before arriving home.
Kwikset introduces CarPlay and Android Auto integration that lets homeowners control compatible smart locks directly from their vehicle dashboard.
March 31, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

Alpha Vision on the role of Artificial Intelligence in video surveillance
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Alpha Vision’s Davis Lim, CRO, focusing on the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern video security platforms.
March 31, 2026
Enabled in part by NVIDIA computing and AI frameworks, Asylon’s DroneIQ platform uses autonomous drones and centralized monitoring to surface potential security events for operator review.
The collaboration with NVIDIA adds an AI-enabled layer to Asylon’s DroneIQ platform, combining edge and cloud processing to enhance real-time monitoring and support human oversight...
March 23, 2026
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Securitas Technology and Ambient.ai announce a global partnership to deliver AI-driven, intelligence-led physical security solutions that enable real-time threat detection and automated response.
Securitas Technology and Ambient.ai partner to scale AI-driven physical security, bringing real-time, intelligence-led threat detection and automation to global enterprises.
March 23, 2026
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The new X-Series fisheye camera from i-PRO Co., Ltd. enables natural-language interaction with live video at the edge.
i-PRO Co., Ltd. unveils X-Series fisheye cameras with edge-based generative AI, enabling real-time natural-language video detection without cloud dependency.
March 23, 2026

Podcasts

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The latest SecurityDNA podcast episode unpacks the sweeping rollout of FedRAMP 20X and CMMC 2.0, revealing why tens of thousands of defense contractors may be unprepared for fast...
March 18, 2026
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The latest episode of the Security DNA Podcast features Dr. John D. Byrnes, founder and CEO of the Center for Aggression Management.
Jan. 28, 2026
Redefining Security in 2025 Part 1: Breaking Leadership Barriers with GMR CEO Mary Gates
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Mary Gates discusses the GMR Security Consulting Group rebrand, the rise of human-centric security strategies, and the unique strengths female security leaders bring to the table...
Nov. 5, 2025
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Russ Munisteri discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the challenges facing cyber workforce development, and the critical role of training in defending against today...
Oct. 22, 2025

Webinars

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As threats grow more complex across healthcare and education, security leaders are confronting a new reality where cyber and physical risks are deeply interconnected—and failure...
April 22, 2026
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Physical security is shedding its siloed past, evolving into a unified, intelligence-driven platform that connects identity, access, and real-time analytics. As access control...
April 8, 2026
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AI is redefining perimeter security as drones turn the airspace into a new frontline—forcing organizations to rethink what it truly means to defend the edge. This session explores...
March 18, 2026
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As cyber, physical, and cloud boundaries disappear, security is being redefined by convergence rather than control. This panel unpacks how leaders can turn fragmentation into ...
March 4, 2026

Learning Resources

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Jan. 29, 2026
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Nov. 3, 2025
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Executive Overview: The Evolution of Healthcare Security Technology Over the past five years, healthcare security has undergone a profound transformation, reshaping how hospitals...
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Explore security-first access control strategies and find out how to strengthen your organization’s security posture in the White Paper, Meeting the Challenges of Cybersecurity...
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Videos

NAPCO highlights its new MVP Cloud-Based Access Control Platform at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Napco Security Technologies’ Rob Etmans, Director of Sales, focusing on how the company’s MVP Access cloud platform is helping dealers...
March 31, 2026
Prometheus exec explains the complications when physical and cybersecurity come together
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews PSG’s Jeremy Freeze-Skret, VP of Engineering, focusing on the convergence of cyber and physical security and how organizations are...
March 31, 2026
Live from the Traka booth at ISC West 2026!
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews TRAKA Technical Director Hector Melendez, focusing on trends in electronic key management and the role of intelligent key cabinets...
March 31, 2026
Schlage embraces the mobile credential evolution at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Olivia Renaud from Allegion, focusing on the evolution of wallet-based mobile credentials, the impact of their partnership, and ...
March 31, 2026