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When a pet approaches a Pawport wearing a UWB-enabled collar, the door unlocks and opens.
Three CES pet safety solutions offer a path for residential alarm companies to tap passionate pet owners for new recurring revenue.

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The threat environment has indeed changed. GSOCs that restrict their purview to cybersecurity and local security concerns miss the bigger picture.
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Private-sector security teams are increasingly operating as frontline defenders without the federal coordination and intelligence-sharing infrastructure that once supported enterprise incident response efforts.
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As CES wraps up, two integrators weigh in on trends, technologies and changes in the residential market.
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Security cameras, ceiling microphones, and access control systems are frequently 'set and forget' assets until a critical failure occurs. Without proactive maintenance, these systems can become inefficient or create dangerous security blind spots.
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Industry News

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Daniel Reichman and Mark Schreiber will be recognized at ISC West as the Security Industry Association’s 2026 Sandy Jones Volunteers of the Year for their leadership and volunteer...
Feb. 12, 2026
Vosker's acquisition of Reconeyez combines remote monitoring technology with AI-powered autonomous surveillance systems for enterprise and government deployments worldwide.
Vosker expands its global footprint and B2B channel strategy through the acquisition of Reconeyez and a newly secured $200 million senior debt financing package.
Feb. 11, 2026
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Andrew Elvish, VP of Global Marketing for Genetec, presents findings from the company’s State of the Physical Security Industry Report during the Global Press Summit ’26 in Montreal.
Andrew Elvish, VP of Global Marketing for Genetec, pointed to accelerating hybrid cloud adoption and a continued cybersecurity awareness gap between IT and physical security professiona...
Feb. 11, 2026
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While high-profile attacks have elevated cybersecurity’s prominence in the C-suite, the report indicates that many CISOs must expand their comfort zones into emerging risk domains to stay ahead of evolving adversaries.
New research finds most CISOs see themselves as business enablers, yet only half feel prepared for AI-driven threats, and few prioritize software supply chain visibility.
Feb. 11, 2026

Security Executives

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New identity integrations, Kubernetes visibility and query capabilities aim to close context gaps for AI-driven security teams
Feb. 12, 2026
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Building a cloud architecture that assumes an attack will never happen is no longer optional. Prevention-first design, zero-trust enforcement, and operational readiness are essential for securing modern workloads
To survive the modern threat landscape, enterprises must move beyond reactive "detect-and-respond" models and build cloud environments that assume breach and prioritize proactive...
Feb. 4, 2026
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Looker is used by more than 60,000 organizations across 195 countries, often serving as a centralized analytics layer connected to an enterprise’s most sensitive databases. According to Tenable, that central role dramatically magnifies the potential impact of exploitation—particularly for organizations running customer-hosted or on-premises Looker instances, which are not automatically protected by Google’s cloud-side patches.
Critical remote code execution and database theft flaws highlight patching gaps and the hidden risk inside business intelligence platforms
Feb. 4, 2026
Joseph C. Pipczynski Jr. brings more than four decades of leadership experience across sales, business development and global market expansion to NAPCO’s executive team.
The newly created executive role is intended to support NAPCO’s growth initiatives and expanding recurring revenue strategy as the company advances its access and locking solutions...
Feb. 3, 2026

Integrators

Acre Security’s ASC-1400-M1 access control panel, distributed in the U.S. through Wesco, supports both cloud-native and on-premise deployments for enterprise security environments.
Wesco International and Acre Security have entered into an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement aimed at accelerating adoption of cloud-based access control technologies. Under...
Feb. 11, 2026
SS&Si Dealer Network is expanding internal training and onboarding efforts as part of its fire safety initiative tied to the addition of Kidde Commercial products.
The agreement adds Kidde Commercial fire detection and suppression equipment to SS&Si’s portfolio as part of its continued expansion of its fire safety vertical for 2026.
Feb. 10, 2026
Brinks Home said the BHX Summer Sales Program is designed to create opportunities for young professionals entering the sales workforce.
The BHX program includes the hiring of four sales leaders as Brinks Home expands its nationwide summer sales effort.
Feb. 9, 2026
Digital Systems Installation (DSI) founder Chad Barnett began the company while serving as a full-time police officer with the Weber County Sheriff’s Office in Utah.
The deal expands Cobalt’s national security platform with the addition of Ogden, Utah-based Digital Systems Installation, founded in 2008 by law enforcement veteran Chad Barnett...
Feb. 6, 2026

Video Surveillance

The integration connects Speco Blue Series cameras and recorders with the Manitou alarm monitoring platform to support event-based actions and centralized video management for monitoring operators.
Speco Technologies will integrate its Blue Series video products with Bold Group’s Manitou platform in March 2026, giving monitoring centers direct access to live video, alarm...
Feb. 12, 2026
Axis Communications said the SOC 2 Type 2 audit evaluated controls operating in live, production cloud environments over an extended period.
The independent assessment validates the long-term effectiveness of the company’s cloud security and operational controls across Axis Cloud Connect and multiple cloud-enabled ...
Feb. 10, 2026
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Feb. 1, 2026
Hakimo’s new forensic search capability enables security teams to quickly locate relevant moments across large volumes of recorded video during investigations.
Hakimo has introduced a new forensic search tool that allows security teams to investigate hours of recorded video in seconds using natural language queries.
Jan. 30, 2026

Access & Identity

Versa Director with Verbo, Versa’s AI-powered co-pilot, provides conversational visibility into system health and operational status. The interface illustrates how AI enhances observability and troubleshooting by surfacing real-time insights without requiring manual navigation across dashboards.
New release targets secure, scalable enterprise AI deployments across distributed environments without added complexity
Feb. 10, 2026
Electromechanical and access-related solutions remained a key contributor to ASSA ABLOY’s results.
ASSA ABLOY’s Q4 performance reflects growing reliance on technology-led security solutions, non-residential demand and targeted acquisitions amid uneven global markets.
Feb. 10, 2026
Yale is adding three new smart locks to its Yale Pro 2 portfolio for multifamily applications, while Master Lock is rolling out two smart lock models developed for commercial environments.
Yale and Master Lock are introducing professional-grade smart lock solutions designed to support scalable access management for multifamily housing and commercial buildings.
Feb. 5, 2026
Jacob Franklin brings more than a decade of experience in biometric authentication, access control deployments and enterprise security solutions to his new role at Suprema.
The appointment adds experienced technical sales and systems engineering expertise to support Suprema’s partners and customers across North America.
Feb. 5, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

Ouster completed its acquisition of StereoLabs SAS in early February, adding the AI vision company as a wholly owned subsidiary.
Ouster said the acquisition of StereoLabs SAS combines lidar, AI vision and perception software into a single sensing platform aimed at Physical AI applications across multiple...
Feb. 10, 2026
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The 2026 Security Operations Insights report shows that fragmented tech stacks, limited SIEM scalability, and misaligned AI adoption are undermining enterprise security performance...
Jan. 28, 2026
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Security teams increasingly rely on behavioral signals to detect abnormal activity as AI systems operate inside enterprise workflows.
As autonomous and unsanctioned AI tools spread across enterprise workflows, security leaders are being forced to rethink insider risk through the lens of behavior rather than ...
Jan. 21, 2026
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Kiteworks’ 2026 data security forecast finds widespread gaps in audit trails, data visibility, and centralized governance as regulatory scrutiny and AI adoption intensify.
Jan. 21, 2026

Podcasts

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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
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
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Wesco's Tara Dunning explores how AI, IoT, and cloud technologies are transforming the role of today’s security integrators.
Oct. 8, 2025

Webinars

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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
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Schools and hospitals anchor American communities, yet their open, mission-driven nature makes them increasingly vulnerable to both cyber and physical threats. As attacks grow...
Feb. 18, 2026

Learning Resources

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Explore security-first access control strategies and find out how to strengthen your organization’s security posture in our White Paper.
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...
Sept. 23, 2025
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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...
Sept. 4, 2025

Videos

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Radionix, part of Keenfinity Group, provides advanced intrusion systems that integrate access control and fire protection, delivering seamless, always-on security and centralized...
Oct. 1, 2025
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DSI by Detex designs and manufactures heavy-duty security hardware — exit devices, turnstiles, alarms, access controls — built in the U.S. for durability, reliability and seamless...
Sept. 30, 2025
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Ai-RGUS provides AI-driven software to monitor and maintain video surveillance systems, ensuring camera health, image quality and system reliability for enterprises and critical...
Sept. 30, 2025
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NAPCO Security Technologies designs and manufactures security, fire, access control and locking systems through its Napco, Alarm Lock, Marks USA and Continental Access brands,...
Sept. 30, 2025