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    The first UL 2900-certified security product may signal the beginning of a new era for the industry
    Paul Rothman
    May 17, 2018
    The first UL 2900-certified security product may signal the beginning of a new era for the industry
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    The impact of the GDPR data protection regulation on security integrators extends well beyond the EU.
    Andrew Elvish
    May 17, 2018
    The impact of the data protection regulation on security integrators extends well beyond the EU
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    May 17, 2018
    Check out these cybersecurity products for video surveillance, data transmission, and more
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    Changing firmware for individual cameras often requires someone to climb a ladder and insert a USB flash drive that contains the firmware update to install it. Two new products may change that paradigm for integrators.
    Two new products may change the landscape of video surveillance cyber protection offerings for integrators
    Viakoo's Camera Firmware Update Manager.
    Bud Broomhead
    May 17, 2018
    A new source of RMR that requires little to no learning curve to implement

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    Creating an effective cybersecurity culture in an organization takes active positioning by its leadership.
    Rob Simopoulos
    May 17, 2018
    Creating an effective cybersecurity culture in an organization takes active positioning by its leadership
    Paul Rothman is Editor-in-Chief of Security Business magazine. Email him your comments and questions at prothman@securitybusinessmag.com. Access the current issue, full archives and apply for a free subscription at www.securitybusinessmag.com.
    Paul Rothman
    May 17, 2018
    They may be taking their first baby steps, but Amazon is positioning itself to be your biggest home security competitor
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    May 17, 2018
    Digital, analog, physical and human components interact for complete cybersecurity
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    The Security Industry's Product Guide
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    Be sure to consult with a VMS vendor’s tech support team to make sure video analytics will continue to work as expected with video from new H.265 cameras.
    Guy Arazi
    May 17, 2018
    A closer look at how the new technology will impact legacy systems, VMS, file sizes, display, analytics and more
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    Chris Peterson is the founder and president of Vector Firm (www.vectorfirm.com), a sales consulting and training company built specifically for the security industry. To request more info about the company, visit www.securityinfowatch.com/12361573.
    Chris Peterson
    May 17, 2018
    What every salesperson should ask in the first meeting with a potential new customer
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    James Rothstein, Anixter’s new SVP of Global Security Solutions, addresses the media at ISC West.
    Paul Rothman
    May 17, 2018
    Distributor further explains the shuttering of the Tri-Ed and Clark brands
    Ray Coulombe is Founder and Managing Director of SecuritySpecifiers and the CONSULT Technical Security Symposium. Email him at ray@SecuritySpecifiers.com, or contact him through LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/raycoulombe or follow him on Twitter: @RayCoulombe.
    May 17, 2018
    Ray Coulombe’s off-the-beaten-path tech discoveries in Las Vegas
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    While AI created “value” for Dahua, it created a ton of buzz on the show floor at ISC West.
    Paul Rothman
    May 17, 2018
    Vendors jump on the chance to tout intelligent video analytics in Vegas
    Derek Radoski Fast 50 Award - TIC Security
    May 3, 2018
    Company accepts top honors in SD&I magazine's annual Fast50 awards
    Trigger Lock Detector: Designed to keep firearms safe from unattended use and movement, it provides users with an alert when a gun is moved or tilted. The lock is removable in three seconds or less with a protective three-digit combination. This smart lock assists to make your gun secure while accessible at the same time.
    2GIG Expands its Security Platform with the Introduction of Five New Security Sensors at ISC West 2018
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    Allegion
    May 3, 2018
    Von Duprin® Remote Undogging, Remote Monitoring options won Judge’s Choice Award
    Capticast SVT was initially founded with the vision of creating an entirely unique SaaS software solution for large-format touchscreen displays primarily used for broadcast and professional sports market segments. and is powered by its core video technology called neo 360 PRO.
    Steve Lasky
    April 27, 2018
    A new video concept empowers video users to manipulate and analyze captured video to fit their needs
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    April 25, 2018
    SD&I editor Paul Rothman interviews the new CEO live at ISC West
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    Paul Rothman
    April 25, 2018
    SD&I editor Paul Rothman caught up with the leader of the merged Resolution Products and ipDatatel at ISC West
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    Taiwan Products Launch @ ISC West 2018. Speakers from left to right: EverFocus Regional Technical Sales Manager Marques Phillips, TAITRA Executive Director Simon Lai, GeoVision President David Huang, PLANET Sales Manager Tammy Huang and VIVOTEK Director of Marketing and Product Development Shengfu Cheng.
    Highlights include insights and first looks at VR 720-degree camera, IoV Surveillance System, IP Camera with Anti-Intrusion Software and Intuitive Touch LCD Switch
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    In many ways, the path of today’s video surveillance products parallels that of the residential alarm technology, which has undergone a transformation in recent years from being simple intrusion detection systems to whole home automation solutions. Similarly, video surveillance is no longer seen as just a method to keep people and property safe, but also as a tool to help improve business operations.
    Joel Griffin
    April 19, 2018
    Experts weigh in on the push towards smarter surveillance solutions, other industry trends at ISC West
    Derek Radoski, president of Fast50 top integrator TIC, thanked many of his mentors over the course of his long security career.
    Paul Rothman
    April 12, 2018
    Maryland-based integrator TIC named fastest-growing
    IPConfigure's Cort Tompkins and Christopher Uiterwyk accept SIA's top award in 2018 ISC Product Showcase.
    IPConfigure
    April 12, 2018
    IPConfigure was recognized with the Best New Product award for its Orchid Core VMS
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    Arcules is making its industry debut at ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas this week. The company is an independent spin-off from Milestone parent Canon that aims to provide the market with a new offering in the intelligent video data arms race.
    Joel Griffin
    April 12, 2018
    Canon spin-off to provide the security market with a new weapon in the intelligent video data arms race
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    Advanced audio platforms have supplanted the ubiquitous intercom and have emerged to handle everything from alarms and verification to gunshot detection, even aggression detection in myriad market sectors.
    Steve Lasky
    April 11, 2018
    Myriad applications from aggression detection to gunshot analytics expands the universe of audio
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    Alarm.com for Business combines intrusion detection, video surveillance, access control, and energy management into a single solution.
    Joel Griffin
    April 11, 2018
    Solution will enable traditional residential dealers to more aggressively target commercial customers
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    SecurityInfoWatch.com sat down with Ronald Virden, COO and President of ACRE International, left, and Joe Grillo, CEO of ACRE, right, Grillo to discuss some of the recent changes in the company and how they plan to position ACRE in the market moving forward.
    Joel Griffin
    April 11, 2018
    With aggressive acquisitions, timely sell-offs and executive maneuvering, company stays ahead of the curve
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    Pelco
    April 11, 2018
    Targets multiple vertical market challenges for cities, airports and schools
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    Shiraz Kapadia is the CEO and President of Invixium.
    Joel Griffin
    April 11, 2018
    Biometrics company launches multi-modal IXM TITAN solution at annual conference
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    With the launch of Searchlight 4.6, customers benefit from new dashboards and reporting capabilities that make it even easier to analyze, compare and share critical information.
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    Scott Schafer, SIA Chairman of the Board of Directors.
    Scott Schafer ratified as SIA chairman for 2018-2020, 5 new members join board of directors
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    Sony
    April 11, 2018
    Discrete, easy to fit IP network camera offers full 360-degree surveillance with excellent 12MP image quality at a smooth 30 fps, total area coverage with multiple views and smart...
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    Managed by the Hikvision North America marketing team, the new websites were developed on a dynamic content management system and feature a responsive design optimized for mobile devices.
    Hikvision
    April 11, 2018
    New Hikvision websites are 'fast, easy to navigate, and optimized for mobile devices'
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    IC Realtime has launched a new portal designed to give security dealers tools and setup guides to add the company’s video search engine Ella to any job.
    IC Realtime
    April 10, 2018
    Dashboard gives IC Realtime dealers the tools to add Ella, the deep learning engine that gives video surveillance systems natural language search capabilities to any install
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    Alula
    April 10, 2018
    Company will demonstrate its fully integrated smart security platform for homes and businesses at annual tradeshow
    ProdataKey (PDK), an innovator of cloud-based networked and wireless access control products and services, and Dwelo LLC, provider of smart-home solutions purpose-built for apartment owners, managers and residents, announced today a partnership that will seamlessly integrate PDK’s cloud access control technology into the Dwelo smart apartment platform.
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    American Direct
    April 9, 2018
    New features allow integration to key physical security and surveillance devices
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    Hanwha Vision America
    April 9, 2018
    Wisenet analytics power comes to the demanding mobile surveillance market - Booth #14079
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    ASSA ABLOY
    April 9, 2018
    ASSA ABLOY Electronic Security Hardware will introduce new products from Securitron and HES
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    Telguard
    April 9, 2018
    FlexHub and Alexa combine to control home and security automation - see more at ISC West Booth #18109
    Yale now offers a total of three model options for the Amazon Key Home Kit – touchscreen and pushbutton deadbolts with a key override, and a slim, key free model. New to the Amazon Key Home Kit is the Yale Assure Lock Pushbutton Deadbolt (YRD216) with key override, and the slim, key free Yale Assure Lock SL (YRD256), the slimmest electronic deadbolt on the market with an edge-to-edge touchscreen keypad.
    Yale Home
    April 5, 2018
    Amazon Key allows homeowners to easily manage and monitor their door from anywhere using the Amazon Key App
    Johnson Controls is announcing the new DSC LTE Universal and PowerSeries Neo LTE Alarm Communicators, featuring LTE and 3G network compatibility. The new communicators ensure a smooth transition to LTE technology with cellular and/or IP connectivity as legacy 2G/3G communication networks are being phased out.
    Johnson Controls
    March 21, 2018
    The new communicators ensure current and future compatibility with more modern cellular networks