• ASIS Highlights Robust Programming for its Hybrid Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2021 Experience

  ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, has announced its programming lineup for the hybrid Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2021, with in-person and digital experiences taking place 27-29 September at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, FL and via the online GSX event platform.
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  Remembering 9/11

  In this episode, Security Today Editor-in-Chief Ralph C. Jensen Talks with Steve Karoly about security and transportation issues, specifically airport, airline and passenger security. It is the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks in New York, the Pentagon and Shanksville, PA. Much has changed concerning security efforts about airport transportation security. The conversation talks about the role that technology plays in protecting the flying public and steps taken to ensure there hasn’t been a successful terrorist attack on a U.S. airliner since 9/11. Checkpoint and screening are evolving at a rapid pace, and the conversation centers on new measures and technologies that are being integrated into checkpoints.

  • Podcast
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  The NCS4 Publishes Industry Report on Spectator Perceptions of Safety and Security Practices and Technologies

  The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) has published results from its Spectator Sports Safety and Security Survey in an Industry Report. The research report is the first of its kind published by the Center and will be conducted annually.

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  One Student Killed in North Carolina School Shooting

  One student has been injured in a shooting at Mount Tabor High School in Winston-Salem, NC, on Wednesday afternoon and authorities were looking for the suspect. The campus also was placed on lockdown after the shooting.

  • Active Shooter

• TSA to Test Drone Detection Technology at Miami Airport

  The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that it will test new drone detection technology at the Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, Fla.

  • Risk Management
  • Perimeter Security
  • Facility Security
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  DHS Releases Bulletin Ahead of 20th Anniversary of 9/11

  The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a new National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin as the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks approaches.

  • Mass Notification
  • Physical Security
  • Risk Management
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  Man Who Claimed to Have Bomb Near U.S. Capitol Surrenders After Standoff

  A man who threatened to bomb the U.S. Capitol area in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Aug. 19, surrendered to police after about a five-hour standoff. The man live-streamed himself on Facebook from inside his truck during the process, saying, “I’m ready to die for the cause.”

  • Events
  • Incident Response
  • Perimeter Security
  • Physical Security
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  The Power of Innovation

  In this episode, Security Today Editor-in-Chief Ralph C. Jensen talks with Martin Gren, founder of the IP camera. They cover a variety of topics, including the process of creating the IP camera and its evolution and abilities today. They also talk about the role of video analytics and the influence that network cameras have played over the past 25 years. In building a successful brand, they talk about leadership, success and failure, and the drive to succeed.

  • Podcast
  • Dealers and Integrators
  • Network Centric
  • Video Surveillance
  • Emerging Technologies
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  Agenda Announced for the 2021 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

  The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security’s (NCS4) 12th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition agenda is now available.

  • Facility Security
  • Venue and Events

• Erin Harrington Communications Celebrates Sweet 16 Anniversary

  Founded in 2005 by journalist and security industry veteran Erin Harrington, Erin Harrington Communications has successfully served the editorial, marketing and PR needs of many industry clients on both the manufacturing and distribution sides since its inception.

  • Dealers and Integrators
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  Security Today 2021 New Product of the Year Award Winners

  The Security Today New Product of the Year Award honors the outstanding product development achievements of security equipment manufacturers whose products are considered to be particularly noteworthy in their ability to improve security.

  • Dealers and Integrators
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  Report Highlights Connected Device Security Trends and Threats During COVID-19
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  Six Security Professionals, Student Receive Scholarships

  The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named six recipients for the 2021 SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship – a program developed by the SIA Women in Security Forum to further educational opportunities and promote advancement for the widest spectrum of people possible in the security industry.

  • Education Security
  • Dealers and Integrators

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