Industry News

SAGE Integration opens new office in Austin, Texas
July 22, 2025
This new location will strengthen SAGE's ability to support its growing regional client base in central Texas.
Johnson Controls taps Hershey exec Chris Scalia as Executive Vice President, Chief HR Officer
July 18, 2025
Scalia succeeds Marlon Sullivan, who will depart Johnson Controls at the end of July and serve as an advisor for several months thereafter.
Accurate Fire Protection Solutions, located in Hailey, Idaho, is the latest to join Pye-Barker's family of fire & security companies. (L-R) Jay Strickland, Pat Hudalla, Bill Gooding, Kirk Brundage, Kevin McIntyre
July 18, 2025
These latest acquisitions add 13 more fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and security companies across 11 states.
Sven Loeffler / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
The alleged breach by Salt Typhoon highlights how sophisticated cyber actors are increasingly targeting the intersection of military and state-level networks to quietly gain strategic footholds.
July 16, 2025
A newly disclosed DHS memo outlines how a months-long breach by suspected Chinese hackers could jeopardize cybersecurity coordination between National Guard units and state agencies...
Genetec announces global office expansions
July 16, 2025
The company will expand key locations worldwide to support a 65% increase in global headcount since 2020.
KEENFINITY Group headquarters in Munich now serves as the central hub for the newly independent security and communications technology company.
July 16, 2025
Bosch’s former security and communications product division will now operate as KEENFINITY Group under Triton ownership, following a soft branding launch at ISC West 2025.
visualspace / E+ via Getty Images
Security systems play a critical role in protecting homes and families, making uninterrupted service essential as regulatory policies evolve.
July 15, 2025
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) welcomed an Eighth Circuit Court ruling that overturned the FTC’s Negative Option Rule, citing the potential harm it posed to security...
Canon USA announces launch of Managed IT Services with Supra ITS
July 15, 2025
Building on a successful rollout in Canada and a strong existing partnership, this expansion brings enterprise-grade IT and cybersecurity services to U.S. organizations.
GSX 2025 Keynotes Announced
July 15, 2025
Speakers include an international politics expert, a bestselling AI author, and a former U.S. government official.
Erika Shugart holds a Ph.D. in biology from the University of Virginia and is a recognized AAAS Fellow for her leadership in public science engagement.
The Monitoring Association has appointed Erika Shugart, Ph.D., as interim CEO to lead the organization following the upcoming retirement of Celia T. Besore.
Security Industry Association Launches New “askSIA” AI Tool
SIA members can find askSIA by visiting the SIA homepage or looking for the askSIA icon in the top left of webpages.
trekandshoot / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
TSA has updated its screening procedures, allowing passengers to keep their shoes on at airport checkpoints for the first time in over 20 years.
July 8, 2025
TSA’s decision to end mandatory shoe removal at airport checkpoints is raising questions about risk, technology and security priorities. Weigh in by answering a quick SecurityInfoWatch...
ppvar
July 7, 2025
The virtual event on July 10 will explore AVS Levels 3 & 4, emerging technology and collaborative approaches to improving emergency response.
Novaira Insights projects an 8.1% CAGR for the global video surveillance market excluding China through 2029, while the combined market share of the top 10 vendors has held steady at 63–64% since 2021.
July 7, 2025
A new report from Novaira Insights forecasts renewed growth for the global video surveillance market following a slight decline in 2024.
The 'Women in Security' documentary profiles 20 influential women in physical and cybersecurity and explores their impact on the global security profession.
July 3, 2025
The feature-length documentary will premiere on July 17, spotlighting the leadership and contributions of women across the global security profession.