Veterans on the Frontlines of Cybersecurity: Navigating the Risks of Remote Work Environments

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.

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What Keeps Security Business Owners Up At Night? Featuring LOUD Security

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. 

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The Agility of Startups: Lessons for Newcomers, and Industry Veterans

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.

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It’s Complicated: Physical Security and Surveillance In The U.S. Legal System

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.

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Introducing Halo Select – Powerful Smart Door Lock Security with Flexible Wi-Fi and Matter Connectivity

Kwikset a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential announced the upcoming launch of Halo Select, a smart door lock designed to provide a convenient and versatile security solution for your home. Halo Select stands out by offering both Wi-Fi and Matter built-in for homeowners seeking flexible, reliable, and integrated smart home security. Choose the connection method that suits you best, and easily switch if your smart home needs evolve.

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POTTER Launches New Intelligent Conventional Sensor and Bases

Potter Electric Signal Company announced its new line of D-TECT Intelligent Conventional Sensors and Bases. Built with the same technology as Potter’s recently released D-TECT Intelligent Addressable Sensors and Bases, they were developed to better address nuisance alarms, improve ease of installation, and provide more efficient testing and maintenance. Featuring Dynamic Threat Emergency Communication Technology, D-TECT sensors achieve adaptive response and reduce false alarms, while a patent-pending photo chamber accurately detects fire and rejects nuisance sources like cooking or dust.

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PKOC at CONSULT 2024 Jason Ouellette and Ed Chandler to Speak

The PSIA announced that two of its members actively supporting the PKOC specification will be speaking at the CONSULT 2024 Symposium. Since its inception, eight years ago, CONSULT has emerged as one of the premier and most unique events in the security industry. The symposium fills a largely unmet need in the security industry for manufacturers and consultants to interact with each other, to better understand security technologies, trends, and techniques as they impact security consultants, and to create an environment for the development of valuable relationships.

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How Physical Security Professionals Can Understand Unauthorized Drone Activity

Physical security is never an easy job. It’s a high-stakes business. Designing an effective access control strategy requires you to think not only as a defender, but rather as an invader. Protecting your customer requires you to anticipate the actions of a determined, resourceful, adversary. And they are resourceful. The rise of affordable, capable drones presents an ongoing challenge to public and private sector organizations, and the security teams tasked with protecting them.

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Swann Security Unveils World’s First AI Smart Doorbell with Introduction of SwannShield™ Voice Assistant for SwannBuddy4K 

Swann announced the general availability of SwannShield™ – the world’s first AI-powered home security voice assistant. Compatible with Swann Security’s industry-leading SwannBuddy4K™ Video Doorbell, SwannShield™ engages with visitors in real-time across different scenarios, from package deliveries and identifying guests to deterring potential criminals. SwannShield™uses the latest adaptive generative AI technology and user instructions to respond to visitors with natural, realistic, human-like interactions when they press the doorbell.

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Genetec Announces Powerful New Tools to Help Law Enforcement Securely Share Vehicle Data and Accelerate Investigations

Genetec announced a new feature that enables law enforcement professionals to easily collect, manage, and share vehicle-based evidence captured by AutoVu Cloudrunner™ through the Genetec Clearance™ digital evidence management system (DEMS). Investigators typically rely on various types of data when building a case, such as license plate reads, video footage, and other forensic evidence.

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Everon Launches Mavn BI™, Onepoint™, and Sightline™ Brands for Intelligence-Driven, Video Solutions and Account Management Suite

Everon announced today the launch of Mavn BI™ business intelligence, Sightline™ advanced video solutions, and Onepoint™ account management portal as part of a series of differentiating offerings. The launch notably delivers on Everon’s investment made through this year’s acquisition of DIGIOP, a groundbreaking software development company specializing in video and business intelligence solutions, and reaffirms the integrator’s mission to chart a path to growth through technology and innovation.

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i-PRO Unveils Heavy-duty Aero PTZ Cameras with Edge AI Analytics

i-PRO announced the addition of 19 new models to its Aero PTZ camera line featuring enhanced durability and edge AI processing. Built for extreme weather and environmental conditions, the new, heavy-duty Aero PTZ cameras support up to 4K resolution and feature AI-driven analytics. With a zoom range of up to 40x, the shock-resistant, water-proof Aero PTZ cameras are IK10, MIL-STD-167-1A, and IP66/68 rated for uninterrupted video protection during extreme weather conditions.

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VIVOTEK Partners with CMS on Cloud Detection Systems to Address Operational Challenges for Antarctic Icebreakers

VIVOTEK successfully partnered with CMS, a leading provider of solar radiation measuring and analysis solutions, to implement an innovative Cloud Detection and All Sky Measurement system. The project aimed at delivering accurate and reliable data for applications such as weather and cloud observations, atmospheric and climate research, solar irradiance monitoring, and irradiance nowcasting for photovoltaic plant.

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PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 Released Enhanced Cryptography Support

The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced its Public Key Open Credential PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 specification at GSX 2024. This is the culmination of a significant amount of work from some of the leading access control companies in order to achieve this milestone. The 3.0 spec features enhanced cryptography, which supports all Bluetooth hardware. In addition, the spec has been optimized to reduce the time it takes to authenticate.

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i-PRO Awarded Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Procurement Contract to Streamline Access to Mission-Critical Equipment

i-PRO Americas announced that it has been awarded a new procurement contract by the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA). This contract offers government agencies across Virginia and the United States efficient access to i-PRO’s advanced security products and services through a competitively bid, cooperative purchasing program. The agreement eliminates the need for additional Requests for Proposals (RFPs), allowing public bodies to bypass lengthy procurement processes and acquire essential equipment faster and more cost-effectively.

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Teledyne FLIR Releases Prism AIMMGen with Synthetic DataGeneration for Automated AI Model Optimization

Teledyne FLIR announced Prism AIMMGen™, its latest addition to the Teledyne FLIR Prism™ software family. Prism AIMMGen is an ITAR-free AI model generation service that enables the automated creation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models using synthetically generated data. It offers significant cost and schedule savings for system integrators developing AI/ML products for commercial, first response, and defense applications.

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