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GTCR’s SimpliSafe acquisition and Everon’s agreement to acquire ADT’s multifamily business signal accelerating consolidation across residential and multifamily security.
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Small and mid-sized businesses are embracing cloud-first and identity-driven approaches to strengthen cybersecurity and close the gap with larger enterprises.
Bridging Architecture and Security for Smarter Enterprises with The Consulting Group's Michael Niola
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Industry News

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A four-part webinar series in October 2025 will bring together experts to share strategies and solutions for enhancing campus safety and security.
A four-part webinar series in October will explore cloud security, behavioral threat assessments, funding strategies and SRO collaboration to strengthen campus safety.
Sept. 18, 2025
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Telecommunicators at Stark County 911 emergency communications centers now receive alarm notifications digitally through the ASAP Service.
Stark County 911 has deployed the ASAP Service across all five of its emergency communications centers to speed alarm notifications and emergency response.
Sept. 17, 2025
dormakaba has joined the LEAF Community, a global initiative promoting interoperability in access control systems.
Industry analyst Lee Odess says dormakaba’s decision to join the LEAF Community marks an important moment for access control, underscoring interoperability as the industry’s path...
Sept. 17, 2025
Everon’s agreement to acquire ADT’s B2B multifamily business underscores ongoing consolidation in the security industry.
Everon will acquire ADT’s B2B multifamily business, with analysis from Lee Odess on the economics, people dynamics and what the move could mean for integrators and operators.
Sept. 16, 2025

Security Executives

WTP: Majority of North American Business Travelers Say Employers Could Do More on Safety
Nearly six in ten U.S. respondents and just over half of Canadians said they don’t feel their companies are doing enough to keep them safe while traveling for work.
Sept. 18, 2025
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EDR is highly effective at detecting complex and sophisticated endpoint attacks, but it has its limitations. One major challenge is that many companies lack the resources—whether due to budget constraints or a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals—to build and maintain a full-scale SOC.
How MDR helps security teams catch the cyber threats EDR misses
Sept. 17, 2025
ZBeta Appoints Chris Deck as Senior Technology Consultant
At ZBeta, Deck will work with clients to design and implement security infrastructures that support resilience and operational efficiency.
Sept. 17, 2025
Arrow Security Promotes Darren Claphan to Chief Security Officer
In his new role as Chief Security Officer, Darren will oversee the company’s security operations, risk management strategies, and compliance protocols.
Sept. 15, 2025

Integrators

ADI Global Distribution Opens New Charlotte Support Center
The 41,000-square-foot facility serves as the workplace for more than 180 employees across marketing, product development, accounting, education, training, and other key functions...
Sept. 18, 2025
Centrios Adds Recurring Revenue Option to Partner Program
Under the new model, partners can purchase subscription services from Centrios on a monthly or annual basis, then resell them to customers at a self-determined price.
Sept. 18, 2025
Pye-Barker Expands in Las Vegas with Phoenix Fire Protection Acquisition
The deal strengthens Pye-Barker’s reach in Southern Nevada, particularly in Clark and Nye counties.
Sept. 16, 2025
Triumph Protection Group leverages Security 101 mobile surveillance trailers to deliver scalable site security across Northern California.
Security 101 in Northern California partnered with Triumph Protection Group to launch Triumph Watchtower, a mobile surveillance trailer program designed to enhance security coverage...
Sept. 12, 2025

Video Surveillance

Genetec Adds Intelligent Automation to Security Center SaaS Investigations
The company will debut the capabilities at GSX 2025 in New Orleans, Booth 1561.
Sept. 18, 2025
iProov Uncovers Advanced iOS Video Injection Tool for Biometric Fraud
The tool runs on jailbroken iOS 15 or later devices, giving attackers the ability to bypass weak biometric systems or even exploit verification processes without biometric safeguards...
Sept. 17, 2025
DMP AlarmVision and Virtual Keypad Drivers
Dealers who have standardized on Axis cameras and DMP control panels can now bring AlarmVision and Virtual Keypad features directly to their customers without adding or replacing...
Sept. 17, 2025
Verkada Appoints Former Alteryx CEO Mark Anderson to Board of Directors
Anderson’s track record in growing enterprise technology businesses will be central as the company continues to expand its customer base.
Sept. 16, 2025

Access & Identity

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Connect ONE NFC Wallet Card Solutions give users a simple and secure way to use their smartphones as access credentials through Apple and Google Wallets.
Sept. 18, 2025
Portnox Names Former BeyondTrust CEO Matt Dircks to Board of Directors
Dircks brings more than 25 years of experience leading software firms through periods of growth and product expansion.
Sept. 17, 2025
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Wavelynx introduces its APEX Reader as part of a broader growth strategy highlighted by leadership changes and industry adoption.
Industry analyst Lee Odess says Wavelynx’s leadership transition and launch of its new APEX Reader mark a mature step in the company’s next phase of growth.
Sept. 16, 2025
Wyze Palm Lock
The Wyze Palm Lock is a smart home lock that uses biometric technology to identify users based on the unique pattern of veins beneath the surface of the palm.
Sept. 16, 2025

Artificial Intelligence

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A cybersecurity executive faces the challenge of balancing automation, AI tools, and workforce demands in today’s complex threat environment.
Axonius Chief Product Strategist Ryan Knisley shares the growing pressures CISOs are facing in complex digital environments.
Sept. 12, 2025
Autonomous and Unchecked: The Mounting Risks of Agentic AI
Agentic AI’s greatest strength, which is self-driven action, can be hijacked by malicious actors.
Sept. 12, 2025
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Security analysts face mounting alert volumes and rising fatigue, underscoring the urgent need for AI-driven tools to accelerate investigations and strengthen SOC effectiveness.
The 2025 State of AI in Security Operations report reveals how automation is shifting the SOC from repetitive alert triage to higher-value investigations and strategic defense...
Sept. 10, 2025
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AI agents, specifically designed for the corporate security industry, will enable in-house teams to deliver services that were previously unimaginable.
From guard posts to AI powerhouses: Why the future of corporate security starts now.
Sept. 9, 2025

Podcasts

Ethically Hacking Your Surveillance System With i-PRO's Will Knehr
i-PRO IT/Cyber Director Will Knehr discusses how threat actors can hack cameras to breach networks, why AI is becoming another attack vector, and what “ethical hacking” can do...
Aug. 27, 2025
Shaping the Future of Security Integration with Everon CEO Don Young
In this exclusive, join Everon CEO Don Young for a chat about his 90-day company roadmap, trending tech, mentorships and more.
Aug. 13, 2025
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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

Webinars

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Learning Resources

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Videos

The State of the Locksmithing Industry: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities with Locksmith Ledger
Join Paul Ragusa of Locksmith Ledger for an exclusive expert-led webinar to learn which trends and technologies are shaping the future of the industry for locksmiths.
Sept. 5, 2025
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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