Archive for October 2024
SIA New Member Profile: AiDANT Intelligent Technology
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member AiDANT Intelligent Technology is a computer vision software company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI). The company is headquartered in Richmond, Canada. SIA spoke with Roger Milford, CEO of AiDANT Intelligent Technology, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.…
Keep Reading »Some Cities Are Requiring Alarm Verification for Response – What It Means for the Security Industry
The Seattle, Washington, Police Department recently released a letter notifying stakeholders of an abrupt decision to stop responding to most security alarms, effective as of Oct. 1, 2024. This news has prompted many recent inquiries from Security Industry Association (SIA) members. The policy, known as verified response, requires audio, video or human verification of a…
Keep Reading »Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology Go Into Effect: Key Provisions of Maryland’s New Law
The only U.S. state to pass legislation specifically addressing facial recognition technology this year, Maryland’s new law was signed by Gov. Wes Moore on May 26, 2024, and went into effect on Oct. 1. The measure establishes uniform statewide standards applicable to any state or local agency that uses facial recognition technology in criminal investigations.…
Keep Reading »Make This October Count by Focusing on Cybersecurity
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board members John Gallagher – vice president at Viakoo – and Min Kyriannis – CEO of Amyna Systems – learn…
Keep Reading »The Future of Utilities Security
As attacks increase, artificial intelligence-powered proactive solutions can help to keep the lights on The recent surge in security incidents at electrical substations and utilities in the United States is alarming. Attacks have increased 71 percent over the past year and experts foresee this unfortunate trend continuing into 2025 and beyond. These events are not…
Keep Reading »Five Can’t-Miss Sessions on AI and Digital Transformation at ISC East 2024
ISC East 2024 is coming up Nov. 19-21 in New York City, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC East recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education at ISC East program, including keynote presentations from top luminaries and over 70 sessions from top industry expert speakers on the most current business trends,…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: SIGemea
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member SIGemea (Security Integrators Group) offers comprehensive security solutions tailored to the unique needs of the European market. The company is headquartered in Warmond, the Netherlands, manages projects across the European continent and has team members operating in multiple countries. SIA spoke with Edward van den Berg, CEO of SIGemea,…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Winners for the 2024 James Rothstein Business Scholarship
Phillippe Forman of Altronix and Aubrey Moye of dormakaba USA will receive scholarships to support their education and career development at the Securing New Ground conference. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named two recipients for the 2024 James Rothstein Business Scholarship, a new program supporting emerging professionals in the security industry and…
Keep Reading »Chatting About Cybersecurity: A Conversation With ChatGPT on the Role of Artificial Intelligence
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board Vice Chair Rachelle Loyear – vice president of integrated security at Allied Universal – learn about the role of artificial…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces 2024 Winners of SIA “25 on the RISE” Awards
This award program, presented by SIA’s RISE community together with Brivo, Genetec and HID, recognizes 25 new and emerging leaders each year for their impact in advancing the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the honoree list for the second annual 25 on the RISE Awards– a program presented by…
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