Retail

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Retail category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who work in or provide services to the Retail market. It covers issues pertaining to security management, loss prevention as well as security technology deployments in stores, warehouses and the retail supply chain as a whole.
Telaid launches integrated security strategies to prevent retail theft
June 17, 2025
As retail crime continues to rise nationwide, the company’s approach combines physical security infrastructure with intelligent technology and staff training.
Genetec to showcase latest innovations in cloud-managed security at NRF PROTECT 2025
June 9, 2025
Genetec will showcase Security Center SaaS and Cloudlink 210, along with a range of solutions designed to help retailers modernize security operations.
Fastly research finds link between increased commerce cyberattacks and higher bot traffic
June 3, 2025
The report reveals that the commerce industry’s attack volume doubled from 15% in Q1 2024 to 31% in Q1 2025, signaling a shift in attacker focus.
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New York’s new mandate for silent panic buttons in large retail stores reflects a growing legislative push to equip frontline workers with tools to discreetly signal for help during violent incidents.
June 2, 2025
New safety requirements for retail employers in New York, including training and emergency alert systems, take effect under the newly implemented Retail Worker Safety Act.
The National Retail Federation announces 2025 PROTECT Award winners
Five veteran loss prevention professionals will be honored on June 24 during the annual NRF PROTECT conference in Grapevine, Texas.
SAFR Guard
SAFR Guard brings powerful AI-based facial matching technology to the edge, offering real-time alerts from the moment a known security concern walks through the door.
NRF supports federal bill to thwart retail crime
Nearly all retailers view federal legislation as a necessity to effectively combat this organized retail crime.
Stolen credentials emerge as top concern in global retail sector
March 12, 2025
KnowBe4 research shows 38% of retail sector compromises now involve credential theft, surpassing payment card data breaches.
Motorola Solutions completes acquisition of Theatro
March 6, 2025
Motorola Solutions expects to integrate Theatro’s complementary workflows into its wider portfolio of technologies.
Flock Safety
These findings reflect consumer demand for proactive crime prevention that ensures retail stores remain safe and welcoming, according to the Flock Safety survey.
Feb. 26, 2025
A new national survey by Flock Safety finds that 56% of respondents believe license plate recognition cameras effectively prevent organized retail crime and shoplifting, highlighting...
Intel 471 partners with the Retail and Hospitality ISAC
Feb. 5, 2025
Collaboration with RH-ISAC enhances Intel 471’s ability to fortify cybersecurity for retail and hospitality organizations.
Online fraud and the blurred lines between bots and humans
Jan. 22, 2025
Businesses must have the best tools and strategies to protect against fraud attempts, especially as bots have become more advanced.
Fenton's new technology, including Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing, was housed in a rugged, weatherproof cabinet and mounted on a telephone pole with two cameras.
Jan. 17, 2025
The new system includes Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing technology that gives Fenton’s 911 dispatch professionals immediate access to view live security camera footage during a 911...
Sensormatic Solutions and Indyme partner to enhance loss prevention solutions at NRF 2025
Jan. 15, 2025
Through the collaboration, Sensormatic Solutions retail partners will be able to purchase select Indyme products directly from their Sensormatic Solutions sales teams.
Sensormatic Solutions extends shrink analyzer capabilities ‘beyond the exit’
Jan. 13, 2025
The application now offers retailers the option to integrate RFID-based insights from employee entrances, receiving doors, and “buy online, pick up in-store” (BOPIS) entrances...