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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.
At ISC West 2026, a panel of security technology leaders argued that the organizations getting real value from AI aren't the ones chasing the technology. They're the ones who ...

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Healthcare workers cite security personnel, wearable duress buttons and video monitoring as the top measures that would make them feel safer on the job, according to a new CENTEGIX survey of 639 clinical staff.
CENTEGIX's 2026 Healthcare Workforce Safety Report, along with exclusive insights from SVP of Healthcare Safety Andrea Greco, paints a sobering picture of workplace violence in...
April 9, 2026
Motorola Solutions’ acquisition of HyperYou brings agentic AI into 911 and public safety call handling environments, aimed at helping agencies manage non-emergency call volume and support faster emergency response.
The Motorola Solutions acquisition of HyperYou adds agentic AI capabilities aimed at helping public safety agencies manage non-emergency call volume and improve response efficiency...
April 9, 2026
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Amanda Garzon joins the Security Industry Association as chief operating officer to oversee strategy and operations.
SIA appoints Amanda Garzon as COO to lead strategy and operations while strengthening member programs and global influence.
April 8, 2026
Mission 500 honorees and industry leaders gather during the 2026 Awards Ceremony to celebrate service, philanthropy, and community impact.
Mission 500 recognized standout individuals and organizations for their commitment to service and philanthropy during its 2026 awards ceremony.
April 8, 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

Alaina Meyer and Kathleen Ford, the mother-daughter team behind scDataCom. The Savannah, Ga.-based security integrator ranked No. 46 on Inc.’s 2026 Regionals Southeast list of fastest-growing private companies.
scDataCom is named to Inc.’s 2026 Regionals Southeast list, recognizing the fastest-growing privately held companies in the region based on revenue growth.
April 9, 2026
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A security designer uses Design Studio within DEFENDER to convert a floor plan image into a fully annotated device layout with coverage visualization.
ADRM’s new Design Studio module inside DEFENDER enables security professionals to quickly transform images into fully annotated, shareable security layouts across devices.
April 8, 2026
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Attendees engage with suppliers and hands-on demonstrations at a stop on the 2026 ADI Expo Tour.
ADI’s 2026 Expo Tour will visit 28 cities with a renewed focus on helping dealers drive revenue growth through practical education, supplier engagement, and actionable business...
April 8, 2026
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According to Parks Associates, as homeowners explore self-installed cameras and app-based security options, traditional dealers are adjusting their sales models to keep pace with changing buying habits.
New survey data shows 74% of security dealers have lost residential sales to DIY systems or standalone video devices as online purchasing and demand for flexible, lower-cost options...
April 7, 2026

Video Surveillance

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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
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ZeroEyes and Ark Strategic integrate AI threat detection with interactive 3D mapping to enhance real-time situational awareness.
ZeroEyes and Ark Strategic partner to combine AI weapon detection with immersive 3D mapping for faster, more precise emergency response.
April 8, 2026
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

Access & Identity

Vice President of Sales Growth Luis Saldana (left), and President of Salto Americas Bill Wood. SALTO WECOSYSTEM is consolidating its Americas operations under a unified regional structure as part of a broader push to align markets and support growth across the hemisphere.
The move consolidates markets across North America, Mexico and the Caribbean and Latin America into a single regional unit aimed at strengthening alignment and supporting growth...
April 9, 2026
Suprema’s XPass Q2 reader supports QR, barcode, RFID and mobile credentials in a single device for high-volume access points.
Suprema’s XPass Q2 combines QR, RFID and mobile credentials into a single reader built for high-traffic access environments.
April 9, 2026
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Safetrust demonstrates an Aliro Enterprise physical badge working alongside mobile credentials across multiple access systems.
Safetrust showcases how Aliro Enterprise can unify physical and mobile credentials under a single interoperable standard.
April 3, 2026
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Johnson Controls showcases its latest access control and video security solutions designed to enhance connectivity, scalability and real-time threat response.
Johnson Controls expands its security ecosystem with new platform updates and integrations aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing situational awareness across commercial...
April 2, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

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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
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Securitas Technology and Ambient.ai announce a global partnership to deliver AI-driven, intelligence-led physical security solutions that enable real-time threat detection and automated response.
Securitas Technology and Ambient.ai partner to scale AI-driven physical security, bringing real-time, intelligence-led threat detection and automation to global enterprises.
March 23, 2026

Podcasts

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Security DNA
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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Security DNA
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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Shadow AI is already in your organization—do you know where? Join this webinar to learn how visibility, governance, and enablement can reduce risk without slowing productivity...
April 30, 2026

Learning Resources

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Executive Overview: The Evolution of Healthcare Security Technology Over the past five years, healthcare security has undergone a profound transformation, reshaping how hospitals...
Sept. 23, 2025
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Explore security-first access control strategies and find out how to strengthen your organization’s security posture in the White Paper, Meeting the Challenges of Cybersecurity...
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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