As the physical security industry looks toward 2025, i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) is highlighting four interlinked trends that are set to redefine how businesses, integrators, and security professionals approach security in the next year. These insights highlight the transformative role of edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI), the expansion of cloud computing, and how companies will integrate the wealth of available data.

Moxa is extending the advantages of IP video surveillance to challenging transit applications with the debut of its new VPort 07-3, an EN 50155 compliant onboard dome camera. Hardened against service interruptions caused by heavy vibration, impact or water ingress, the new camera is an ideal surveillance solution for light rail, buses, and passenger rail fleets. 

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, today releases the list of the latest Certified Z-Wave and Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) smart home devices that centralize the control and interface of connected smart devices across a property. With nearly 100 ZWLR certified devices in market and over 4500 devices in the entire Z-Wave ecosystem, this round up is merely new devices categorized as hubs, controllers, and gateways. 

Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider of security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has identified key security and technology trends that will shape retail and restaurant security in 2025. As threats evolve and technology accelerates, Interface anticipates a convergence of AI, advanced video analytics, and smarter monitoring solutions to drive more proactive and efficient business security systems.

In-car and mobile video surveillance systems have emerged as powerful tools, revolutionizing security operations across various sectors. From law enforcement agencies to corporate entities, these solutions are enhancing situational awareness, improving response times, and bolstering investigative capabilities.

ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) is pleased to announce the launch of Vigiles-TR, a new solution designed for transportable security applications. These appliances create a platform to combine advance video surveillance and License Plate Recognition (LPR) technologies.  The solutions are built upon the industry leading toolboxes and trailers from Trinity Innovative Solutions as VNS defined configurations ensuring robust and versatile deployment options.

Acre Security, a global leader in providing cutting-edge security platforms, is proud to announce the acquisition of REKS, a transformative purpose-built, generative AI solution designed for access control environments. This strategic deal marks a significant step forward in Acre’s mission to drive innovation and redefine the future of security technology.

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, announced that Jaret Alexander has been appointed Vice President of Design Services.

Bosch is selling its Building Technologies division’s product business for security and communications technology to the European investment firm Triton. The transaction encompasses three business units – Video, Access and Intrusion, and Communication – and thus the entire product business of Bosch Building Technologies that was offered for sale.

Transaction to Enhance BearCom’s Physical Security Offering and Position Company as a Leading End-to-End Integrator of Advanced Voice, Security and Data Solutions BearCom, a premier North American integrator of voice, security and data solutions, announced the acquisition of Stone Security, a leading provider of enterprise class physical security products and services. Terms of the transaction […]

NAPCO Security Technologies announced that its increasingly popular Alarm Lock Trilogy Networx® Wireless PIN and Prox Access Locks are newly certified with the LenelS2™ OnGuard® access control system (version 8.2 & 8.3). As a LenelS2 Open Access Alliance Program Partner (OAAP), Alarm Lock Networx Access Lock products (PL, PDL, and DL-Series) were fully tested and certified by LenelS2’s Quality Assurance Department for use with the OnGuard system.

in 2024, we rolled out some new features in our magazines, most notably, the inclusion of the Top Right Drawer feature article.  The monthly insights from these front-page articles contained valuable, dynamic perspectives from a collection of high-level individuals within the Electronic and Physical Security industries.  Some of the authors are in, or entering, the prime of their careers.  Others are retired and offer a global perspective of the distinct changes the industry has seen over several decades.  The common theme between them all is that each have seen more than a thing or two in their journey to becoming a difference making influences in our industry.

On January 1 of this year, a new reporting requirement went into effect that requires millions of small businesses to file a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report with the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).  Every small business owner needs to know about this new reporting requirement as non-compliance can result in severe civil, and criminal, penalties. This article addresses some of the main questions small business owners have been asking about BOI reporting.

The cybersecurity world is changing fast, and the stakes have never been higher. Every day, we’re seeing threats aimed at critical infrastructure, corporate systems, and supply chains. Just recently, reports surfaced of nation-state actors like Chinese hackers infiltrating United States critical infrastructure, potentially setting the stage for future conflict.

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Recognizing the growing demand from chain enterprises to boost operational efficiency through cloud security solutions, VIVOTEK has announced a partnership between its AI-Powered cloud surveillance platform, VORTEX, and Kabob, a startup providing one-stop cloud management solutions for retail stores. This collaboration aims to revolutionize retail management, initially targeting the US, Japan and Taiwan markets, benefiting over 450 chain brands and approximately 15,000 stores.

The cybersecurity landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years, especially with the rise of remote work settings. As more organizations shift to decentralized models, protecting sensitive information and ensuring operational integrity has become increasingly complex. For businesses seeking to navigate these evolving threats, veterans offer a unique advantage.

This month I am talking with my long-time friend and fellow ESA volunteer, John Loud, founder and President of LOUD Security Systems based in Kennesaw, GA. LOUD Security Systems has been in business since 1995 and serves the Atlanta area where they offer installation and monitoring services to both the commercial and residential industry segments. 

Whether you’re an experienced business owner, a newcomer trying to break into the industry, or an executive at an established firm, understanding how startups operate can provide crucial insights into your own business strategy. Startups thrive because they can pivot quickly and adapt to market demands. This agility allows them to challenge industry giants and, in many cases, disrupt long-standing business models.

The conflict between security and privacy intensifies as technology develops and monitoring capabilities become more advanced. The United States Constitution’s Fourth Amendment, which safeguards people from arbitrary searches and seizures, is a key document which influences the laws governing video surveillance. The notion of a “reasonable expectation of privacy” plays a crucial role in establishing the legality of monitoring.