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The Fred D. Thompson U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in downtown Nashville officially opened in the spring of 2022 after construction began in 2018.
A new generation of civic buildings is proving that thoughtfully integrated security makes public spaces more welcoming, more efficient, and more worthy of the communities they...

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Access control is typically designed around what the system needs: authentication, authorization, and audit. What isn't always taken into consideration are the people using it: how they move, what they’re carrying, or how much patience they have at 8:47 on a Monday morning.
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Integrated and orchestrated security technologies can create layers of protection that adapt to changing conditions while supporting broader organizational security objectives.
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Ninety-three percent of U.S. schools already have cameras. What's changing isn't whether schools record an incident, but whether they can detect one as it unfolds, and roughly a quarter of districts have now adopted AI tools designed to do just that.
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The industry has reached a rare moment of alignment. Detection is necessary but insufficient. Identity is foundational but incomplete. Zero Trust for agents means applying least privilege access at runtime, not just at the perimeter. The control that consistently holds is the one that supervises behavior in real time and stops an agent when it leaves its job.
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Industry News

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Luigi Mangione talks to one of his lawyers in Manhattan Supreme Court on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, in Manhattan, New York. (Barry Williams/New York Daily News/Pool/TNS)
Mangione admitted posing as a wealthy investor to obtain details about Brian Thompson’s whereabouts ahead of the fatal shooting in Manhattan.
Aug. 14, 2026
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Evolv Technology is seeing increased multiproduct adoption as customers combine weapons detection and automated bag screening within a common security workflow.
Evolv Technology added 70 customers during the second quarter as adoption of its AI-powered weapons detection and bag screening technologies expanded across education, healthcare...
Aug. 12, 2026
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Strip away the lab and what's left is a gap every security leader should recognize: a person defines the outcome, while the agent determines the steps.
OpenAI’s accidental Hugging Face intrusion shows why traditional security controls aren't enough for autonomous software. Agents can operate with legitimate credentials, improvise...
Aug. 11, 2026
SIA’s 2026 scholarship programs provide funding for education and professional development for security industry professionals, students and military veterans.
The RISE, Veterans in Security and Women in Security Forum programs offer funding for education, professional development and student loan repayment, with applications due Sept...
Aug. 11, 2026

Security Executives

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GSX Booth 3121: Customized guard booths built to order.
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Technology connects customers to a network of independent, accredited, and licensed private security providers
Aug. 12, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 1456: Bluescape’s secure workspace brings critical security operations information together in one view to help teams align quickly and make decisions with speed...
Aug. 12, 2026
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One of the biggest shifts happening across cybersecurity right now is the move toward proactive exposure management.
Reactive tools remain essential, but organizations can’t afford to discover vulnerabilities, configuration drift and attack paths while an adversary is already inside. The next...
Aug. 11, 2026

Integrators

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Nearly 93% of public schools already have cameras, and integrators should be turning that visibility into awareness.
Nearly 93% of public schools already have cameras, and integrators should be turning that visibility into awareness.
Aug. 14, 2026
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A new report analyzing 1.1 million security events in restaurants reveals where the real risks lie, and how integrators can help solve them.
A new report analyzing 1.1 million security events in restaurants reveals where the real risks lie, and how integrators can help solve them.
Aug. 14, 2026
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The integrators who win in the hot data center vertical market will solve operational problems first and sell technology second.
The integrators who win in this hot vertical market will solve operational problems first and sell technology second.
Aug. 14, 2026

Video Surveillance

Timothy J. Pastore Esq., is a Partner in the New York office of Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP (www.mmwr.com), where he is Vice-Chair of the Litigation Department. Before entering private practice, he was an officer and Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the U.S. Air Force and Attorney with the DOJ. tpastore@mmwr.com • (212) 551-7707
Landmark Supreme Court decision will reshape how law enforcement accesses location data and how the security industry thinks about the data it generates.
Aug. 14, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 1823: An 8MP outdoor turret camera combines generative AI alerts, precise object tracking and intelligent video search to deliver discreet, real-time monitoring...
Aug. 13, 2026
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GSX Booth 4241: Includes 12,800 watt hour lithium battery, 800W solar array, and optional generator with 20 gallon fuel capacity.
Aug. 13, 2026
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Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) platform includes built-in generative AI.
Aug. 12, 2026

Access & Identity

Jon Polly is the Chief Solutions Officer for ProTecht Solutions Partners (www.protechtsolutionspartners.com), , a security technology consulting firm that works with smart cities and corporations to bring business intelligence and public safety through security IoT applications. He has worked as a Project Manager and System Designer for City-Wide surveillance and Transportation camera projects in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C.; Charleston, S.C.; and Washington, D.C. He is certified in Critical Chain Project Management (IC3PM) by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA). • (704) 759-6837
PDQ’s implementation gives wireless locksets the encrypted, supervised communication of a wired connection – without proprietary gateways or credential restrictions.
Aug. 14, 2026
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GSX 2026 Expo Suite 33: Mappedin helps physical security teams unify indoor maps, security systems, emergency plans, equipment locations and real-time threat intelligence into...
Aug. 13, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 1805: LenelS2 OnGuard 8.4 strengthens enterprise access control with enhanced scalability, cybersecurity, browser-based operations and expanded cloud and video ...
Aug. 13, 2026
Allegion’s new e-book looks at how factors such as door hardware ergonomics, operating force and visual, tactile and auditory cues can influence the accessibility and usability of building openings.
Allegion’s new guide explores six considerations for creating building openings that support greater accessibility, independence and ease of use.
Aug. 13, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

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GSX 2026 booth 3152: Lanner Electronics’ EAI-I132 is a fanless industrial Edge AI computer designed for mission-critical machine vision, delivering up to 100 TOPS of real-time...
Aug. 13, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 3341: Rhombus' new Custom Events feature uses AI-powered camera analytics to give organizations real-time visibility into parking, inventory, safety and other operational...
Aug. 13, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 1443: Belle AI Dispatcher automates routine security guard shift exceptions through calls and texts, reducing back-office workload while letting operators focus...
Aug. 13, 2026
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GSX 2026 booth 3033: AI-powered Investigative Assistant helps Resolver users uncover related records, key details and investigative gaps while reducing manual work and keeping...
Aug. 13, 2026

Podcasts

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Security DNA
A deadly shooting at Brown University is exposing critical gaps in campus surveillance strategies and accelerating the shift toward real-time, AI-driven security systems.
May 6, 2026
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Security DNA
Drawing on Kiteworks research, Tim Freestone warns that organizations racing to adopt agentic AI without proper governance and control are exposing themselves to significant security...
April 15, 2026
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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

Webinars

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As organizations rapidly adopt agentic workflows, they’re gaining speed—but creating a new governance blind spot that can turn a single AI mistake into a cascading security, compliance...
Sept. 2, 2026
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As cyberattacks increasingly trigger physical disruption—and physical threats exploit cyber weaknesses—critical infrastructure faces a new era of converged risk. This panel explores...
Sept. 9, 2026
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As video security evolves into a valuable operational data source, organizations are looking for open platforms that seamlessly connect IT and OT systems. Join this webinar to...
Aug. 25, 2026
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Protecting the perimeter now requires more than physical barriers—it demands intelligent, AI-driven systems that detect threats faster, reduce false alarms, and strengthen operational...
Aug. 26, 2026

Learning Resources

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During a critical school emergency, every second counts. Outdated hardware, fragmented camera systems, and siloed data delay response times when rapid coordination with law enforcement...
Aug. 6, 2026
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Drawing on conversations with industry leaders and feedback from our customers during security advisory council sessions, we’ve identified seven forces defining security strategies...
July 1, 2026
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Ready to drive greater ROI from your access control? Learn how a modern access control solution unlocks new insights and big returns.
July 1, 2026
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A 25-question checklist for evaluating VMS platforms across the eight categories that determine long-term value: scalability, integrations, AI readiness, cybersecurity, total ...
June 25, 2026

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