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At ISC West, the Connectivity Standards Alliance brought a coalition together in 'The Convergence Room' to demonstrate the Aliro access control standard and to discuss the future opportunities it enables.
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From left: Jordan Hill of HiveWatch, Thru Shivakumar of Cohesion, Jeffrey Groom of Acre Security, Jason Veiock of Bearing and Sarah Rodrigues of Acre Security. The panel focused on how purpose-built AI is being applied in real-world security operations to turn complex data into actionable insight and drive more proactive response.
The “Path to Intelligent Security” framework
Convergint’s “Path to Intelligent Security” report outlines a five-level model — from detection and description to correlation, prediction and automated response — designed to help organizations advance AI-enabled security operations beyond reactive monitoring.
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Industry News

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Increased officer safety (63%) ranks as the top metric for justifying physical security investments, followed by faster response times (52%) and improved situational awareness (48%), according to findings from Genetec’s 2026 State of Physical Security Report.
Genetec’s 2026 State of Physical Security Report highlights public safety agencies’ focus on officer safety, faster response times and the impact of ongoing staffing constraints...
April 16, 2026
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Government and industry security leaders gather for SIA GovSummit 2026 in Washington, D.C. to discuss policy, procurement and emerging security technologies.
The Security Industry Association has unveiled the keynote speaker lineup and program highlights for the 2026 GovSummit in Washington, D.C., bringing together government and industry...
April 16, 2026
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Surveillance footage shows a high school principal confronting and restraining an armed suspect after shots were fired inside the building, an action authorities say helped prevent...
April 15, 2026
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NCC Group’s latest Global Cyber Policy Radar finds cyber regulation is no longer a compliance exercise but a strategic lever of national power—reshaping how enterprises manage...
April 15, 2026

Security Executives

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The SHIELD Certification Program framework evaluates building security across four pillars, delivering tiered certifications that reflect increasing levels of integrated protection.
The Secure Building Council (SBC) announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Data Risk Management (ADRM) to support the advancement and implementation of the SHIELD Certification...
April 8, 2026
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Without this holistic perspective, AppSec programs remain reactive, responding to alerts rather than managing exposure. Having a dashboard isn’t enough.
More tools haven’t delivered better security. In today’s high-velocity development environment, organizations must unify visibility, rethink prioritization, and align remediation...
April 3, 2026
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Accelerated cloud migration, SaaS proliferation, AI integration, and API-driven business models have dramatically expanded the digital footprint of most organizations over the past year. Yet while data volumes continue to surge, visibility has not kept pace. For many CISOs, the uncomfortable reality is this: they cannot definitively answer where their most sensitive data resides, who can access it, or how it is being used across third-party environments.
Why CISOs must confront fragmented data, third-party sprawl and AI-accelerated risk head-on.
April 2, 2026
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New visibility into ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini usage aims to give security teams control over the fast-growing digital workforce.
April 1, 2026

Integrators

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Camera coverage and monitoring protocols are among the technology priorities evaluated under the Safe Learning 101 program, which emphasizes matching systems to a school's specific risks and environment.
The program pairs Security 101's national integration capabilities with the school security consulting work of Wayne Black, who has evaluated hundreds of schools and served as...
April 14, 2026
Attendees toured PSA’s new headquarters, participated in networking activities and took part in raffle drawings during a recent open house event.
The PSA Network’s new Westminster headquarters includes a dedicated training space for certifications, workshops and member collaboration.
April 14, 2026
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The State of the Industry panel is an annual highlight of the PSA TEC Conference.
Take a closer look at the sessions, conversations, and connections that make April's annual event worth the trip to Denver.
April 13, 2026
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April 13, 2026

Video Surveillance

Dallmeier IPS 10000 MK3 recording system with updated cybersecurity architecture and revised hardware design.
Dallmeier has launched its IPS 10000 MK3 recording system with upgraded cybersecurity features, including TPM 2.0 based encryption, alongside improved performance and revised ...
April 16, 2026
DMP introduces VUE Camera line with bullet, turret and dome models designed for commercial security applications.
DMP expands its VUE lineup with new 5MP cameras featuring analytics and active deterrence capabilities.
April 13, 2026
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Axon showcases new AI-powered real-time intelligence capabilities during Axon Week 2026.
Axon (Nasdaq: AXON) introduced a new standard in real-time intelligence during Axon Week 2026, its annual user conference, highlighting a suite of AI-powered capabilities designed...
April 9, 2026
Antaira’s LMP-1204G-SFP-bt-24-T switch enables high-power PoE++ delivery for solar-powered security trailer deployments.
Antaira’s latest firmware update enables high-wattage PoE++ delivery from solar-powered inputs, targeting the rapidly growing security trailer market.
April 8, 2026

Access & Identity

GDX Next brings together Comelit’s door entry systems and PAC’s access control hardware into a single platform that supports audio and video entry while integrating access management capabilities.
Comelit-PAC has launched GDX Next, a unified door entry platform designed to simplify installation, management and long-term access control for large residential estates.
April 16, 2026
dormakaba Apexx Strato Rotary keyless electronic lock designed to secure ATM top hatch access points.
dormakaba has introduced Apexx Strato Rotary, a keyless ATM hatch lock designed to reduce unauthorized access and strengthen security against jackpotting attacks through mobile...
April 16, 2026
Athena Security demonstrates its unified entryway security platform and Ambulance Bay Weapons Detection System at the IAHSS Annual Conference in New Orleans.
Athena Security presented its unified entryway platform and Ambulance Bay Weapons Detection System at the IAHSS Annual Conference, emphasizing integrated hospital screening and...
April 16, 2026
SECO-LARM’s ENFORCER Armored Door Cords are now available in both silver and black finishes to match varied installation environments.
SECO-LARM introduces a black-finish option to its ENFORCER Armored Door Cord line, expanding installation flexibility without changing performance.
April 13, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

Spot AI announced at ISC West 2026 that it is shifting to a fully channel-based sales model and offering $2 million in equity to qualifying partners.
Spot AI is ditching direct sales, dangling equity to channel partners and upgrading its platform from task-completing agents to full AI coworkers.
April 7, 2026
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Arkose Labs report reveals enterprises expect imminent incidents—but are investing just 6% of budgets to stop them.
March 31, 2026
Alpha Vision on the role of Artificial Intelligence in video surveillance
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Alpha Vision’s Davis Lim, CRO, focusing on the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern video security platforms.
March 31, 2026
Enabled in part by NVIDIA computing and AI frameworks, Asylon’s DroneIQ platform uses autonomous drones and centralized monitoring to surface potential security events for operator review.
The collaboration with NVIDIA adds an AI-enabled layer to Asylon’s DroneIQ platform, combining edge and cloud processing to enhance real-time monitoring and support human oversight...
March 23, 2026

Podcasts

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Artorias co-founder Stefano Ritondale breaks down the intelligence failures that left enterprise security teams flat-footed, and why AI-driven OSINT is no longer optional.
March 18, 2026
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The latest SecurityDNA podcast episode unpacks the sweeping rollout of FedRAMP 20X and CMMC 2.0, revealing why tens of thousands of defense contractors may be unprepared for fast...
March 18, 2026
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The latest episode of the Security DNA Podcast features Dr. John D. Byrnes, founder and CEO of the Center for Aggression Management.
Jan. 28, 2026
Redefining Security in 2025 Part 1: Breaking Leadership Barriers with GMR CEO Mary Gates
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Mary Gates discusses the GMR Security Consulting Group rebrand, the rise of human-centric security strategies, and the unique strengths female security leaders bring to the table...
Nov. 5, 2025

Webinars

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May 5, 2026
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May 20, 2026
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May 6, 2026

Learning Resources

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Sept. 23, 2025
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Videos

NAPCO highlights its new MVP Cloud-Based Access Control Platform at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Napco Security Technologies’ Rob Etmans, Director of Sales, focusing on how the company’s MVP Access cloud platform is helping dealers...
March 31, 2026
Prometheus exec explains the complications when physical and cybersecurity come together
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews PSG’s Jeremy Freeze-Skret, VP of Engineering, focusing on the convergence of cyber and physical security and how organizations are...
March 31, 2026
Live from the Traka booth at ISC West 2026!
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews TRAKA Technical Director Hector Melendez, focusing on trends in electronic key management and the role of intelligent key cabinets...
March 31, 2026
Schlage embraces the mobile credential evolution at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Olivia Renaud from Allegion, focusing on the evolution of wallet-based mobile credentials, the impact of their partnership, and ...
March 31, 2026