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ASIS Unveils Record-Breaking Education Program for Global Security Exchange

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:55 pm Categories: Certification, Cyber Security. Tags: asis international, Cynthia Hetherington, Darren T. Nielsen, Enterprise Security Risk Management, ESRM, Global Security Exchange, GSX, InfraGard, ISSA, Richard E. Chase.

GSX 2018 ASIS International

ASIS International today announced the education program for Global Security Exchange (GSX), taking place Sept 23-27 in Las Vegas. Produced in partnership with InfraGard and ISSA, the five-day event formerly known as the ASIS Annual Seminar and Exhibits is expected to attract more than 20,000 operational and cyber security professionals to the Las Vegas Convention Center for a comprehensive education program, unparalleled networking, and an immersive exhibit floor showcasing thousands of cutting-edge security products and services.

FLIR Introduces Saros: Next-Gen Outdoor Perimeter Camera Line For Businesses

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 12:32 pm Categories: IP Cameras, New Products. Tags: commercial, Cybersecurity, flir, IP-camera, lockdown, Saros.

FLIR has announced the Saros™ line of security cameras, its next-generation outdoor security product line that combines multiple traditional perimeter protection technologies into a unified solution. This approach is designed to deliver accurate, actionable alerts and verified alarm data. The FLIR Saros camera line enables commercial businesses to implement state-of-the-art outdoor intrusion detection in a cost-effective manner.

March Networks Introduces New HD Video Recording And Management Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 10:06 am Categories: NVRs / DVRs, Storage, VMS Software. Tags: EN50155, Infinova Corporation, IP Recorder, march networks, PoE, RideSafe, RT Series, Train Control and Management Systems.

March Networks^® announced the March Networks RideSafe^™ RT Series IP Recorder, a new video recording and management platform designed to help passenger rail operators improve security and incident investigation using integrated high-definition (HD) video and vehicle data. An enterprise-class IP video recording and management solution with vehicle metadata integration, wireless video and data extraction, and all channel licenses included.

Building The World’s First Advanced Blockchain Identity Laboratory

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 9:50 am Categories: Cyber Security, Technologies. Tags: Bill Buchanan, Blockpass Identity Lab, cryptography, Dr Hans Lombardo, Edinburgh Napier.

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The Blockpass Identity Lab, a pioneering new research facility, will explore ways in which blockchain technology can protect personal data from online scammers and cyber criminals. The laboratory will be built at Edinburgh Napier University’s Merchiston campus as part of a

ASSA ABLOY Customer Support App Brings Live Video And Live Chat

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 9:25 am Categories: Access Control, Solutions. Tags: assa abloy, Customer Support App.

ASSA ABLOY App

To ensure that their customers always have the best help and support at their fingertips, ASSA ABLOY is proud to announce an updated customer support app that offers new tools to ensure successful installations. Now available for download on Apple and Android mobile devices, the ASSA ABLOY Customer Support App provides a troubleshooting, e-learning and support experience that is immediate and intuitive.

Pivot3 Expands Partnership With HyTrust To Transform Video Data Security

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 9:12 am Categories: Critical Infrastructure, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: Brandon Reich, Data Security, David Siles, HyTrust, PIVOT3.

Pivot3 has expanded its relationship with HyTrust, a leading cloud workload security vendor, to deliver secure, compliant video surveillance infrastructure solutions that ensure high levels of data protection. Video data requires stringent logical and physical protection to ensure compliance and reduce unauthorized breaches. Through highly secure encryption and comprehensive role-based access control, HyTrust workload security solutions ensure the highest levels of data protection.

Lenel Helps U.S. Bank Stadium Secure Epicenter Of Excitement

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 9:03 am Categories: Access Control, Integrated Systems, Law Enforcement, Surveillance. Tags: Alex Housten, Bill Langenstein, lenel, OnGuard, SMG, U.S. Bank Stadium.

As Philadelphia beat New England at U.S. Bank Stadium, fans were able to enjoy the spectacle safely, in part thanks to Lenel. As the host of major national and international events, U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. counts on Lenel to provide advanced security systems that help protect fans attending some of the world?s leading sporting events and concerts. Lenel is part of UTC Climate Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Working in such a high-profile venue, Lenel teams are constantly adjusting systems to maintain a high-level of security.

SALTO Systems Names Jordan Blatchley As Business Development Associate For New York

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:46 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Gerry Rupper, Jordan Blatchley, salto.

SALTO Systems has recently appointed Jordan Blatchley as Business Development Associate for New York. Based in New York City, Jordan promotes SALTO brand awareness by generating new end-user business opportunities, qualifying leads and channeling these to the best resources. He reports to SALTO Regional Sales Manager Gerry Rupper. Blatchley joins SALTO from Pinnacle Creative, where he served as director of business development. He has also served as new business strategy manager for TLC Marketing Worldwide and in sales for Hugo Boss and SONY. Jordan has a bachelor?s degree with honors from Middlesex University in London.

NYC’s Greek American Institute Secures Its Facilities With New Vicon System

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:40 am Categories: VMS Software. Tags: Bret McGowan, Demos Lorenzos, Greek American Institute, Valerus VMS, Vicon Industries.

Vicon Industries announced today that implementation of its end-to-end Valerus video management system at the Greek American Institute (GAI) in Bronx, NY has been completed. The installation was performed by the Long Island office of ITsavvy, a Chicago-based IT products and technology solutions provider. The new Vicon Valerus system encompasses the entire property, which includes the oldest continuously run Greek Orthodox School in the United States and the adjacent Church of Zoodohos Peghe and community center.

LRG Inc Moves Into New Support Center

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:38 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Chris Lanier, Jim Hoffpauir, LRG Inc, Paul Rux, Peter Sandin, Zenitel USA.

LRG is pleased to announce the relocation of its corporate offices and Support Center in Jasper, Texas. The new 7,500 square foot facility accommodates and supports LRG’s growing client base and staff. It features a large dedicated demonstration and training room equipped with fiber connectivity for voice, data and remote streaming demos. The Support Center also includes a large warehouse, ideal for staging regional events needs and product rollouts.

Invixium Takes ISC West By Storm With Modern Biometric Technology And Solutions

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:36 am Categories: Access Control, Biometrics. Tags: facial recognition, Invixium, ISC West 2018, IXM TITAN, Shiraz Kapadia.

Invixium, an innovator of biometrics solutions, made its North American debut at ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas and unveiled an impressive lineup of modern biometric products including its newest – IXM TITAN, featuring an impressive suite of features and technical specifications. TITAN offers customers a multitude of options for access control applications in need of multimodal biometrics (facial recognition as a primary and fingerprint or finger vein authentication as a secondary), with additional functionality for time and attendance, video intercom and video surveillance.

Camden Door Controls Welcomes New U.S. Regional Sales Manager

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:35 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Camden Door Controls, Chris Lyons, David Price.

Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Lyons to U.S. Regional Manager. Chris is responsible for servicing Camden’s customers from the East coast over to the Central states. Chris brings to Camden extensive sales experience in general, and locking device sales experience, in particular.

Israel?s Police Securing Public Events With Siklu?s mmWave Solutions

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 1, 2018 2:32 am Categories: Law Enforcement. Tags: Avi Gohar, EH-710TX radio, EtherHaul, MER Group, siklu, SMBIT, Yoav Ludmer.

Siklu announced that its radios have been selected by Israel Police as their main wireless fiber solution. These systems were selected for nationwide deployments as well as temporary events for the purpose of backhauling HD video surveillance systems and advanced sensors. The Israel Police, as police forces all over the world, face a considerable challenge when it comes to deploying a camera array at a city?s main centers within a short timeframe.

4 Ways Graffiti Vandalism Hurts Cities Economically

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 27, 2018 11:54 pm Categories: Critical Information, Law Enforcement. Tags: Graffiti Tracker, graffiti-based vandalism, Timothy Kephart.

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Graffiti-based vandalism continues to tattoo the urban landscape, defacing buildings, bridges, sidewalks, signs and other structures. The annual cleanup costs throughout the United States have been estimated between $8 billion to 12 billion. In major cities such as New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Chicago, the associated expenses for graffiti vandalism reach well into the millions each year. Private building owners often end up responsible for expensive graffiti removal, and property values tend to go down while this type of crime keeps going up.

JPMorgan Crisis Management Head Scott Morrison To Keynote ASIS New York Conference

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 27, 2018 11:41 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: asis international, JPMorgan, Lynn Brown, Nancy Green, Scott Morrison, Timothy Cardinal Dolan.

ASIS International is pleased to announce that Scott Morrison, head of global crisis management and command centers, JPMorgan Chase & Co., will deliver the keynote address at the ASIS 28th New York City Security Conference & Expo (ASIS NYC 2018), May 16-17 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. In his keynote, Morrison will discuss current and emerging risks and threats abroad?from terrorism attacks and kidnappings to cyber security and intellectual theft. Morrison will provide a high-level overview of emergent threats from a strategic to tactical level.

Finance And Technology Sectors Account For 70% Of All Attack Targets In The Americas

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 27, 2018 11:27 pm Categories: Banking & Finance, Corporate News, Cyber Security. Tags: Global Threat Intelligence Report, GTTR, Jon Heimerl, NTT Security.

NTT Security has released 2018 NTT Global Threat Intelligence Report (GTIR), which reveals attacks on the finance sector have increased 43% in 2017 up from 15% in 2016 in the U.S., while ransomware detection increased globally by a staggering 350% in 2017. The 2018 NTT Security GTIR summarizes data from over 6.1 trillion logs and 150 million attacks, and analyzes global threat trends based on data from NTT Group operating companies: NTT Security, NTT Communications, NTT DATA and Dimension Data.

Dahua Launches Dual-Biometric Identification Time Attendance Terminals

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 27, 2018 11:08 pm Categories: Access Control, Biometrics. Tags: DHI-ASA4214F, DHI-ASA6214F, dual-biometric, face identification, Zhejiang Dahua Technology.

Zhejiang Dahua Technology has launched its new time attendance terminals: the DHI-ASA4214F and DHI-ASA6214F. These highly intelligent devices will support both face and fingerprint identification for access control and time attendance in office scenarios, enabling easy staff management and security control. Fingerprint or face identification devices is commonly seen in today?s workplace, but Dahua?s attendance terminals offer dual-biometric identification integrated into a single device.

Camden Launches New Online Switch Selection Wizard

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 27, 2018 11:04 pm Categories: Access Control. Tags: Camden, Switch Selection Wizard.

Camden Door Controls announced the launch of its new and enhanced switch selection wizard. Featured on Camden’s website, the switch selection wizard is an integrated software app designed to recommend the correct Camden switch for any application. The wizard section page can be accessed via Camden’s homepage, and provides the user the option to either compare a Camden switch to a competitor’s switch model or select the switch criteria they need from a menu of options.

Uniview Technology Exhibiting At 2018 Southwest Fuel And Convenience Expo

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 26, 2018 7:33 pm Categories: IP Cameras, NVRs / DVRs, Storage, VMS Software. Tags: Southwest Fuel and Convenience Expo, Uniview Technology.

Uniview Technology will be exhibiting at the Southwest Fuel & Convenience Expo next month. The Expo will be held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, TX, May 9-11, 2018. In addition to networking with fuel and convenience store colleagues and attending 26 educational presentations on topics ranging from safety, security, business marketing and c-store design, attendees will have the opportunity to visit with 100?s of companies at the exhibit hall to review solutions and discuss issues most important to their business today.

Former BlackBerry CFO Joins eSentire As CAO

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 26, 2018 7:11 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: BlackBerry, Cognos Incorporated, eSentire, James Yersh, Kerry Bailey, MDR, Security Operations Center.

James Yersh

eSentire announced the appointment of James Yersh as chief administrative officer (CAO), effective immediately. Yersh will be responsible for the finance functions of the business, as well as human resources, and risk/compliance. Yersh is the latest seasoned executive to join eSentire?s veteran leadership team, with focus on scaling the high-growth company. Over his 20+ year career, Yersh has transformed financial strategies, revenue growth models, and led more than 30 merger and acquisition deals for leading technology and telecommunications companies.