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Industry News

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Lee Klarich, CPO, has been appointed to the Board of Directors and will assume the role of Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPT) following Zuk’s departure.
Aug. 19, 2025
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has launched its “ALL In” employee ownership program, giving full-time team members a direct stake in the company’s success.
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has introduced its “ALL In” employee ownership program, granting incentive awards to full-time team members and making it the largest company in the fire...
Aug. 19, 2025
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The Inc. 5000 recognition highlights the strong growth and resilience of these two security industry firms during a period marked by economic challenges and market shifts.
Aug. 18, 2025
ASSA ABLOY to Acquire Physical Security Management Platform SiteOwl
The addition of SiteOwl's physical security lifecycle management platform to ASSA ABLOY's tech portfolio may signal a shift toward digital access.
Aug. 18, 2025

Security Executives

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The FBI’s 2024 Active Shooter Incidents report highlights that there were 24 active shooter incidents in the United States that year, a 50% decrease from 2023. Of those, four occurred in K-12 educational settings.
Fear vs. facts: why school security needs data-driven decisions, not panic-driven policies
Aug. 19, 2025
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Every company needs a crisis communications team tasked with successfully implementing the crisis communications plan. Crisis team members need clear roles and responsibilities.
As the global security market heads toward record growth, companies eyeing product launches must prioritize reputation management, or risk losing credibility before they gain ...
Aug. 19, 2025
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Great emergency plans are a smart thing; training is everything.
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Solution providers and associations are taking active measures to guide responsible adoption, set standards, and build trust in artificial intelligence.
Aug. 19, 2025

Integrators

Atlas Security has provided security and fire protection services in the Springfield, Missouri area for more than 60 years.
Zeus Fire and Security has acquired Springfield, Missouri-based Atlas Security, bringing the longtime regional provider under the umbrella of PASS Security to expand services ...
Aug. 20, 2025
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Paxton's new 29,000‑sq‑ft U.S. headquarters in Greenville, S.C., brings together manufacturing, installer training, and customer support in one facility. The move marks a strategic step in the company's North American expansion.
Paxton CEO Adam Stroud offers candid insights on cloud adoption, channel pressures and the practical realities shaping access control today.
Aug. 19, 2025
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Trade shows such as the annual CEDIA Expo give security professionals a firsthand look at converging technologies, from smart building systems to next-generation security solutions.
The upcoming CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) highlights why trade shows remain essential for security integrators, offering firsthand access to converging technologies...
Aug. 18, 2025
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President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) on the South Lawn of the White House during a 4th of July picnic.
The One Big Beautiful Bill includes a variety of tax changes for large businesses and SMBs, and most are beneficial
Aug. 18, 2025

Video Surveillance

A 3xLOGIC InterACT camera at Sportsman’s Warehouse in Midvale, Utah, detects an after-hours intruder using virtual trip lines and intelligent analytics.
Sportsman’s Warehouse in Midvale, Utah, has deployed 3xLOGIC’s InterACT camera system to deter trespassing, protect high-value inventory and streamline security operations.
Aug. 21, 2025
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Like every industry, school administrators hear numerous voices regarding the safety of children at school. Much of the security industry's messaging is dominated by technology, physical, and building security. This is one of the significant challenges in the K-12 space, where many districts face economic limitations.
Even as new standards emerge, fundamental challenges remain.
Aug. 19, 2025
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The ability to integrate different security solutions isn’t necessarily new, but several factors have held back widespread adoption of other IP solutions.
Why integrated IP video is redefining the future of security from cameras to command centers.
Aug. 19, 2025
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Athena's Hospital VMS offers an Always-On mode that functions with or without an internet connection.
Aug. 19, 2025

Access & Identity

BadgePass and ProdataKey Announce Integration for Credential Management
The new integration enables organizations to issue physical credentials through BadgeHub that are immediately functional within the PDK platform.
Aug. 20, 2025
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The Old Main Entrance at the University of Arizona, where the university serves nearly 53,000 students across a 392-acre campus in Tucson, Arizona. AoA just completed an innovative retrofit of its access control and ID system.
Arizona’s access control model is a real-life cycle management system that feeds access control, but also feeds many other systems with real-time credential data.
Aug. 19, 2025
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The newly released seventh edition of the PASS school security guidelines offers a tiered approach
Aug. 19, 2025
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The H618 Pro Indoor Monitor runs on the Android 15 operating system and is designed for use in both residential and commercial settings.
Aug. 19, 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Security leaders and professionals are increasingly willing to bypass company AI policies, with many trusting AI more than colleagues and admitting to risky behaviors that could expose sensitive data, according to CalypsoAI’s Insider AI Threat Report.
The CalypsoAI survey reveals that many security leaders and professionals are knowingly violating company AI policies, underscoring growing insider risks across both physical ...
Aug. 14, 2025
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Advances in AI interoperability protocols are enabling autonomous agents to collaborate across complex digital environments, creating both new efficiencies and heightened cybersecurity challenges.
Pascal Geenens of Radware discusses the emerging Internet of Agents, the technologies driving it, and the new cybersecurity challenges it creates.
Aug. 13, 2025
Rockwell Report Finds Cybersecurity is Becoming a Boardroom Priority for Manufacturers
Thirty percent of respondents listed cybersecurity as a top external threat to business growth, behind inflation and economic inflation at 34%.
Aug. 13, 2025
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Mobile video unit's agentic AI talk-down feature can issue customized audio alerts
Aug. 12, 2025

Podcasts

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Host Steve Lasky and March Networks Chief Product Officer Jeff Corrall explore one of the most transformative forces in video surveillance today—generative AI.
July 30, 2025
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On this episode of SecurityDNA, HiveWatch CEO Ryan Schonfeld reflects on his career, convergence, and challenges facing security leaders in this exclusive interview.
July 16, 2025
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Chuck Randolph and Trinity Davis explain the dangers faced by organizational leadership, from the top brass to the small business owner.
July 2, 2025
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Kelly Bond offers a look into the security M&A process as tariffs reshape our economic landscape.
June 19, 2025

Webinars

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Discover how organized retail crime is evolving into a sophisticated threat—and what retailers, law enforcement, and communities can do to fight back—in this must-attend live ...
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Discover how cutting-edge technology—from AI and drones to real-time data—can transform security at special events and sporting venues in this expert-led live webinar.
Oct. 8, 2025
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Discover how cutting-edge technologies like AI and automation are transforming Security Operations Centers into proactive, agile defenders against the rapidly evolving cyber threat...
Sept. 4, 2025
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Join Paul Ragusa of Locksmith Ledger for an exclusive expert-led webinar about the new edition of PASS, school security trends, and emerging technologies to keep an eye on.

Learning Resources

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Before you dial in your access control strategy, read the new report: Trends in Access Controllers: How Modern Challenges Are Influencing Technology Innovation. See where the ...
July 23, 2025
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Organized Retail Crime (ORC) is a growing threat to the retail industry, with average case costs reaching a staggering $244,509. As a response, retailers are turning to modern...
July 21, 2025
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Discover the key benefits of SaaS solutions and what to consider when modernizing your physical security with a cloud-based platform.
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Unpack key insights for deploying rugged, AI-powered access control. This toolkit includes a market overview, real-world use case, and a detailed solution checklist to streamline...
June 2, 2025

Videos

Upgrade Your Electronic Access Control System with Locksmith Ledger
Join Paul Ragusa of Locksmith Ledger's exclusive expert-led webinar to learn how you can benefit from making the upgrade to an electronic access control system.
Aug. 8, 2025
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Vicon Security specializes in innovative surveillance and access control solutions. Their offerings include advanced video management systems, AI-powered cameras, and comprehensive...
April 4, 2025
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Vosker is a provider of innovative surveillance solutions, specializing in solar-powered and cellular-enabled security cameras. Their products are designed for remote monitoring...
April 4, 2025
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With more than 25 brands sold globally, Allegion specializes in security around the doorway and beyond: everything from residential and commercial locks, door closers and exit...
April 4, 2025