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System Surveyor Announces Partnerships with Eagle Eye, Raytec and Avycon

As a testament to its Open-Platform approach, System Surveyor announced affiliate partnerships with three new manufacturers: Eagle Eye, Raytec and Avycon.

Axis ­­Raises the Bar on Cybersecurity to Provide Wide-Ranging FIPS 140-Compliant Products to Government Customers

Axis Communications announces plans to expand the number of network physical security products certified to FIPS 140 under the Federal Information Processing Standards. This move will improve the cybersecurity postures of Axis customers that must meet the FIPS 140 certification, specifically in the government and critical infrastructure sectors.

i-PRO Advocates for Responsible AI Practices in Physical Security

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global leader in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, underscores the critical importance of ethical and responsible AI practices in the physical security domain.



Boon Edam Leverages Strong Q4 with Strategic Investments to Drive Continued Growth

Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is setting the stage for what is projected to be the most significant growth period in the company's history in 2024. Driven by a record-breaking Q4 in 2023, the company attributes its strong sales forecast to continued strategic investments in personnel and support services.

LenelS2 and Hanwha Vision Announce New Strategic Partnership

LenelS2, provider of advanced physical security systems, and Hanwha Vision, provider video surveillance, are proud to announce a new strategic partnership that establishes LenelS2 as a reseller of Hanwha Vision cameras in the Americas. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as end users will gain access to the entire Hanwha Vision IP camera portfolio through LenelS2’s authorized value-added resellers (VARs) alongside LenelS2’s product and services portfolio.

Mission 500 Names Nikki Nemarich from Axis Communications as Newest Board Member

Mission 500, the charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, proudly announces Nikki Nemarich as its newest board member, representing one of its esteemed sponsors, Axis Communications. Nikki’s extensive experience and dedication to the security industry make her an invaluable addition to Mission 500.

Live from ISC West: Just One Week Left

The time is almost here. ISC West 2024 kicks off next week in Las Vegas. This year’s show will take place April 9-12 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Campus Security & Life Safety and Security Today staff will be on hand to provide live updates about the security industry’s latest innovations, trends, and products. Whether you’re attending the show or keeping tabs on it from afar, we’ve got you covered. Make sure to follow the Live from ISC West 2024 page for photos, videos, interviews, product demonstrations, announcements, commentary, and more from the heart of the show floor!

Snap One Provides Priceless Peace of Mind to Security-Conscious Homeowner

The primary task of any security camera is keeping a close eye on a home, property and loved ones. Some cameras, as one homeowner found out, are a better fit for certain installations than others. It wasn’t until after the integration team at Jennings AV had finished pre-wiring the luxury 6,000-square-foot residence for smart technology and installed a dozen surveillance cameras, plus a host of other gear, that the homeowner was considering an upgraded camera system.

Versa Next Generation Firewall Achieves Recommended Rating and 99.90% Security Effectiveness Score from Independent Testing Lab

Versa Networks, provider of in AI/ML-powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), today announced that Versa Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) received a Recommended Rating, the highest rating given by CyberRatings.org. In the Q1 2024 Cloud Network Firewall comparative report, Versa achieved an overall security effectiveness score of 99.90% with the fastest Rated Throughput of any vendor. As a result of CyberRatings’ rigorous testing of 11 cloud network firewall vendors, Versa NGFW once again demonstrated superior performance, security effectiveness, and value.

Graylog and SOC Prime Form Exclusive Partnership to Make Threat Detection and Response More Effective and Efficient

Graylog, a provider of in SIEM, Enterprise Log Management and API Security, together with SOC Prime, provider of the foremost platform for collective cyber defense, today unveiled their strategic technology partnership. Now available in beta, this collaboration promises to redefine the effectiveness and efficiency around how businesses identify and mitigate cyber threats.

Convergint Acquires Panavidéo Inc., Expanding Systems Integration Business in Canada

Convergint, a provider of service-based systems integration, today announced that it has acquired Panavidéo Inc.—a Canada-headquartered integrator that specializes in the design, implementation, and servicing of intricate, cutting-edge access control and video security solutions throughout Quebec. This acquisition enhances Convergint’s service to customers in Canada, expanding its technology capabilities in the utilities, higher education, healthcare, and data center markets.

PSA Network Unveils 2024 P3 Partners

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, today announced the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2024.

Push the Start Button

Attending ISC West in Las Vegas is an exhilarating experience, blending professional networking with moments of pure enjoyment. Reconnecting with old friends amidst the bustling atmosphere of the convention center infused the event with a sense of familiarity and warmth.

Milestone Systems Delivers Four Years of Record-High Net Revenue

Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, delivered record-high net revenue of 1.69 billion DKK (approx. $244.9 million) in 2023, according to the newly released Annual Report.

ASIS International Announces Keynote Lineup for GSX 2024

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, today announced its keynote lineup for the hybrid Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024, taking place 23-25 September in-person at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, FL and online via the GSX 2024 digital platform.

The CMOOR Group Bolsters Business Development with Security Industry Veteran Dan DeBlasio

The CMOOR Group, a leading provider of cloud-based compliance and continuous education solutions for the security, fire, and life safety industry, has announced the appointment of Dan DeBlasio as Director of Business Development.

Mobile IDs, MFA and Sustainability Emerge as Top Trends in New HID Report

HID recently announced its 2024 State of the Security Industry Report, which gathered responses from 2,600 partners, end users, and security and IT personnel worldwide, across a range of job titles and organization sizes representing over 11 industries.

Hanwha Vision Showcases Cloud-connected and AI-powered Surveillance Technologies at ISC West 2024

Hanwha Vision is showcasing its growing ecosystem of cloud-based devices and apps designed to enable on-premise and remote surveillance capabilities, at ISC West 2024, Booth #14025, April 10-12 in Las Vegas. The company will also highlight the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) throughout its product lines.

Security Today Announces The Govies Government Security Award Winners for 2024

Security Today is pleased to announce the 2024 winners in The Govies Government Security Awards. The awards honor outstanding government security products in a variety of categories.

Stop the Cybersecurity Blame Game

In December, genetic testing company 23andMe acknowledged a hack that led to the theft of nearly seven million customers’ data. As the New York Times reported, criminals obtained “ancestry trees, birth years and geographic locations.” This kind of digital theft may have felt personal to many of those impacted.

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