January 2025

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Integrators

Editor's Note: Avoiding Brain Rot

Jan. 17, 2025
My security industry “word of the year” has brought needed clarification to phrases that have often felt meaningless
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Industry News

2024’s Most Clicked

Dec. 26, 2024
Top security stories of the past year included industry shifts, innovations, and key acquisitions that shaped the industry
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Integrators

Blackford Capital acquires Security Fire Systems, enters the fire safety and security space

Dec. 20, 2024
Following the acquisition, all members of SFS’ management team and employees, including Mike and Chris Alexander, will remain with the company.
Pye-Barker's Chief Business Development Officer Eric Garner (center), Moon Security Owner Michael Miller (right), and Moon advisor George De Marco (left).
Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety expands reach in Pacific Northwest with Moon Security Services acquisition

This acquisition allows Pye-Barker to deliver its suite of services to commercial customers in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon.
RapidFire Safety & Security acquires National Security Electronics
Integrators

RapidFire Safety & Security acquires National Security Electronics

Dec. 19, 2024
The acquisition of NSE is number 14 for RapidFire and their fifth in Southern California.

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Pye-Barker Regional Director Dana Good, Seacoast Owners Stephen Haynes and Scott Haynes, and Pye-Barker Director of Operations Ben Briggs celebrate the partnership.
Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety launches into Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, acquiring Seacoast Security

By partnering with values-aligned organizations like Seacoast, Pye-Barker is now in nearly every continental state.
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Industry News

ASSA ABLOY acquires Norshield Security Products in the U.S.

Dec. 18, 2024
Norshield manufactures high-security openings and enclosures with a focus on ballistic and attack- and blast-resistant products.
Triton's acquisition of Bosch's Building Technologies division, including video systems and access solutions, is said to position the company for significant growth and innovation in the security sector.
Industry News

Bosch sells security and communications technology business to Triton Partners

Dec. 17, 2024
This article has been updated to include analysis and perspective from industry analysts.
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Associations, Research & Training Organizations

SIA launches jobs board to attract veterans to the security industry

The Veterans Employment Exchange is designed to match veterans and separating military members with career opportunities in the security industry and is free to SIA members and...
NextGen Security announces acquisition of Micro Security Solutions
Integrators

NextGen Security announces acquisition of Micro Security Solutions

Dec. 11, 2024
Micro brings over 30 years of experience and expertise in the region and has specialization in healthcare, transportation, and several other complex vertical markets.
Security Industry Association announces the 2025 Security Megatrends
Industry News

Security Industry Association announces the 2025 Security Megatrends

The 2025 Megatrends report revealed that there is no trend larger or more impactful to the security industry than the evolution of the channel.
PE Firm Graham Partners acquires Becklar
Industry News

PE firm Graham Partners acquires Becklar

Dec. 10, 2024
Security, video and PERS monitoring conglomerate that includes brands AvantGuard, Armstrongs, Eyeforce and Freeus changes ownership
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Access & Identity

AI and Access Control, Perfect Together?

Dec. 9, 2024
Rob Rowe, the head of the HID AI Lab, shares his valuable insights and cautious perspectives as the security industry continues to harness AI's potential
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Industry News

Evolv Technology appoints John Kedzierski as Chief Executive Officer, President, and Director

Dec. 9, 2024
Mr. Kedzierski will succeed Michael Ellenbogen, who has been serving as the company’s Interim President and Chief Executive Officer since October.
Security 101 acquires North Texas Integration and Mountain View Integration
Integrators

Security 101 acquires North Texas Integration and Mountain View Integration

Dec. 6, 2024
Both acquisitions will further expand Security 101's nationwide reach and enhance its operational capabilities.
Registration opens for the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2025
Integrators

Registration opens for the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2025

ESX 2025 will be held June 16-19 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Cobb County, Atlanta, GA.
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety brings aboard Security On-Line Systems in Pennsylvania
Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety brings aboard Security On-Line Systems in Pennsylvania

Security On-Line Systems services the Philadelphia and greater Delaware Valley regions of Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.
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Cameras

Vicon announces partnership with Hailo for its new modular camera system, NEXT

As part of the partnership, the Hailo 15 SoC will integrate into Vicon's NEXT Modular Camera System.
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The healthcare industry is reeling after the attack and murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City on Wednesday.
Healthcare

Targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO raises executive protection questions

Dec. 5, 2024
Healthcare industry reels from Wednesday's attack and murder of Brian Thompson in New York City.
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Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires security and alarms integrator United Automation in Louisiana

United Automation specializes in integrated fire detection, alarm, security, and communication systems.
Genetec releases 2025 State of Physical Security Report
Industry News

Genetec releases 2025 State of Physical Security Report

Dec. 4, 2024
The report highlights a purpose-driven approach to cloud and AI adoption.
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Industry News

Kidde Global Solutions acquired by affiliate of Lone Star Funds

Dec. 2, 2024
The purchase creates Kidde Global Solutions, a new standalone platform company.