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    CES Show

    Wi-Fi HaLow to Revolutionize Wireless Connectivity

    Feb. 26, 2024
    Hot CES technology able to extend wi-fi coverage to nearly two miles opens a wide range of potential use-cases for security integrators
    Photo: Paul Rothman
    Central Station Alarm Monitoring

    AI Translation For Central Stations

    Feb. 23, 2024
    On-the-fly translation software found at CES could be a game-changer for the security monitoring industry
    Photo: Paul Rothman
    Residential Technologies

    "as a Service" Comes to the Smart Home Market

    Feb. 14, 2024
    Launched at CES 2024, OliverIQ is looking to unify all IoT smart home devices under a single app, and they are on the hunt for residential integrators who can help make it happen...
    Photo: Paul Rothman
    Video Surveillance

    Edge AI Dominates Video Tech at CES

    Feb. 14, 2024
    It doesn’t matter if it is at CES or ISC West, bringing AI to the edge is the most popular topic when it comes to video surveillance
    Photo: Paul Rothman
    Perimeter Security

    LiDAR Innovation Continues at CES

    Feb. 14, 2024
    New methods, technologies, and partnerships highlighted at CES are bringing the technology’s cost down while applications continue to increase

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    Residential Technologies

    The Smart Money: 7 Smart Home and Security Trends from CES

    Feb. 14, 2024
    With consumer interest and spending back to peak levels, residential integrators should keep these hot trends on their radar
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    Wellness/Elderly Monitoring

    Presence Detection Gains Momentum on CES Show Floor

    Feb. 14, 2024
    As proven by CES exhibitors, fall detection is in high demand, and it can be achieved using a variety of methods
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    Integrators

    Modern Selling: AI and Security Sales

    Feb. 14, 2024
    From CES innovations in customer relationship management to becoming an SME, there are several ways salespeople can leverage artificial intelligence to succeed
    Integrators

    Recruiting Roadmap: Navigating the AI Recruiting Landscape

    Feb. 14, 2024
    AI solutions for hiring and recruiting appeared at CES, but hiring managers should be mindful of the technology’s pros and cons
    Integrators

    Legal Brief: Common-Sense Updates to Customer Contracts

    Consider adding these provisions to protect your company against potentially frivolous lawsuits
    Integrated Security Management Systems & PSIM

    Tech Trends: One Pane at a Time

    Feb. 14, 2024
    The “Single Pane of Glass” concept has been a buzzword in the industry for a while, even though it might be flawed
    Fire & Life Safety

    Fire Alarm 411: The “What” Rules

    Feb. 14, 2024
    Understanding codes will help integrators avoid mistakes when specifying fire safety equipment
    Integrators

    Insider Intelligence: The Power of Consistent Marketing

    Feb. 14, 2024
    Why your security business needs marketing to thrive
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    CES Show

    Z-Wave Alliance Opens a New Chapter at CES

    Feb. 13, 2024
    Alliance Chairperson Avi Rosenthal outlines the organization’s transformation into an SDO in this exclusive 1-on-1 interview
    Industry Trade Associations

    Registration opens for Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2024

    Feb. 7, 2024
    Event to be held June 3-6 at the Kentucky International Convention Center
    Solar-Powered Solutions

    ADT to exit residential solar business

    Feb. 6, 2024
    The company will remain focused on cash flow generation and capital-efficient growth within its core security and smart home business.
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    School Security

    Editorial: Parents, take notice

    Feb. 6, 2024
    Whether or not Jennifer Crumbley’s manslaughter convictions create a precedent, hopefully it will result in more vigilant mothers and fathers
    Industry News

    Everon acquires regional banking security integrator, Customized Service Concepts, LLC

    Feb. 6, 2024
    With the purchase of CSC, Everon is focused on enhancing its service capabilities for banking and financial institutions in the New England area and across the Northeast.
    Industry Trade Associations

    Security Industry Association names Bill Brennan to SIA Executive Advisory Board

    Bill Brennan, President of i-Pro Americas, will join the association's panel of executive thought leaders from SIA member companies.
    Emergency Communications Equipment

    Everbridge enters into definitive agreement to be acquired by Thoma Bravo for $1.5 billion

    Feb. 5, 2024
    The transaction, which was approved by the Everbridge Board of Directors, is expected to close in the second calendar quarter of 2024.
    Fire & Life Safety

    RapidFire Safety & Security acquires Paraclete Fire & Safety

    Feb. 2, 2024
    The acquisition of Paraclete cements RapidFire in partnership with Concentric Equity Partners.
    Integrators

    PSA TEC 2024 opens general registration

    Jan. 25, 2024
    Over 500 security integrators come together for valuable networking events, including partner receptions, breakout sessions and additional collaboration opportunities.
    Fire & Life Safety

    Warren Hill to serve as DMP’s Executive Director of Product Management

    His rich experience in product management and product marketing makes him a valuable addition to DMP’s leadership.
    Integrators

    Security 101 acquires Integrated Security Professionals and RVA Security Integrators

    Jan. 19, 2024
    Security Professionals (“ISP”) and RVA Security Integrators (“RVA”) will be two of the largest franchisees under the Security 101 brand umbrella.
    Integrators

    Pavion acquires Integrated Security and Communications

    Jan. 18, 2024
    The acquisition significantly enhances Pavion's engineering, integration, and Fortune 500 national account capabilities across the US.
    Access & Identity

    The PSIA approves PKOC Card Specification

    Jan. 18, 2024
    NFC card implementation offers secure migration path to mobile credentials
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    Podcasts

    Diving into CSA’s new access control standard at CES 2024

    Jan. 18, 2024
    In this episode, Paul Rothman, editor in chief of Security Business magazine, chats at the recent CES conference with Chris LaPré, Head of Technology for the Connectivity Standards...
    Industry Trade Associations

    The California Alarm Association launches Women in the Security Evolution (WISE)

    Jan. 17, 2024
    WISE will operate with a clear mission based on four cornerstones to enhance equality, visibility, accessibility and inclusivity for women within the electronic security industry...
    Lockly Visage #FacialRecognition #SmartLock at #Pepcom #CES2024
    CES Show

    A look at Lockly Visage's facial recognition smart lock at CES 2024

    Jan. 17, 2024
    Check out a quick demo of the Lockly Visage facial recognition smart lock from the Pepcom event at CES 2024.
    Shooter Detection Systems promotes #gunshotdetection to consumers at #CES2024
    CES Show

    Shooter Detection Systems promotes gunshot detection to consumers at CES 2024

    Jan. 17, 2024
    A key strategy for Shooter Detection Systems at CES this year was getting the word out about its gunshot detection solutions. to everyday consumers.
    CES Show

    CES through an expert consultant's eyes

    Jan. 17, 2024
    Check out a handful of the cool startups with expert security consultant Pierre Bourgeix LIVE from CES 2024
    LIVE with Resideo at #CES2024!
    CES Show

    Resideo talks about newest video products at CES 2024

    Jan. 11, 2024
    We caught up with Nick Dalsin, Vice President of Business Development for Resideo, at CES 2024 to take a quick look at the company's newest video products.
    Securam showcases laser-based detection switches at #CES2024
    CES Show

    Securam showcases laser-based detection switches at CES 2024

    Jan. 11, 2024
    We met with Securam's Steve Davidson to discuss the launch of a new line of security-focused smart wall switches. Originally announced at CES 2023, the switch collection is now...
    Industry News

    Everon acquires Idaho-based Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Inc.

    Jan. 10, 2024
    With the purchase of Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Everon continues to deliver on its promise for geographic expansion and strategic market growth throughout the U.S.
    CES Show

    .simstechnology to unveil personal safety wearables during CES 2024

    Jan. 9, 2024
    Positioned on the wearer’s back, the device’s high-frame-rate, light-sensitive camera continuously takes numerous photos each second.
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    Security Executives

    Real words or buzzwords?: E-waste – an important security system design issue

    Now e-waste is an important design issue not just because of growing e-waste regulations, but because educated designers can save enterprise security system customers a lot of...
    Video Analytics

    ISS enters into partnership agreement with Convergint

    As part of the agreement, ISS and Convergint will provide end users across a wide variety of different vertical markets with AI-powered video intelligence solutions.
    CES Show

    Kami Vision showcases senior safety digital health solution and AI home security at CES 2024

    Jan. 8, 2024
    The company will showcase two products: KamiCare, a digital health solution for senior safety with superior fall detection and swift emergency response, and Kami Pro Security,...
    Residential Technologies

    Philips Home Access first residential palm recognition smart deadbolt unveils at CES 2024

    Jan. 8, 2024
    This Philips smart deadbolt is designed to seamlessly integrate with modern smart home ecosystems, offering compatibility with voice commands through Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant...
    Cybersecurity

    McAfee unveils advanced deepfake audio detection technology at CES 2024

    Jan. 8, 2024
    McAfee’s Project Mockingbird technology uses a combination of AI-powered contextual, behavioral, and categorical detection models to identify whether the audio in a video is likely...
    CES Show

    Abode Systems Abode Edge Camera

    Jan. 8, 2024
    Upon release, the Abode Edge Camera will be the first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED HaLow camera with plug-and-play features to seamlessly connect to your existing Wi-Fi home network.
    Video Surveillance

    Dahua Technology selling off North American business

    Jan. 5, 2024
    In a letter to dealers and distributors, the company said it will transfer ownership of its North American business to a Taiwanese-owned company to better enable it to do business...
    Cameras

    Iris ID Systems, Inc. announces AT&T connectivity relationship with remo+ DoorCam 3+

    Jan. 4, 2024
    With continuous communication available via a Wi-Fi connection and/or the AT&T LTE network, DoorCam 3+ customers will always have access to their valuable security video.