Archive: 2026
LOUD Security opens new headquarters in Georgia
October 23, 2026SSN Staff
KENNESAW, Ga.—LOUD Security Systems marked a major milestone in its growth with the official ribbon cutting of its new corporate headquarters on Oct. 15, drawing hundreds of employees, customers, business leaders and elected officials to celebrate the occasion.
The event, held at the company's new 51,000-square-foot facility in Kennesaw's Barrett Summit Office Park highlighted LOUD Security's continued expansion across Georgia.
Founded in 1995 by John Loud, president, the...
SIA names HID's Stephenie Haldane 2026 Progress Award honoree
October 23, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Stephenie Haldane, vice president of end user sales at HID, as the recipient of the 2026 SIA Progress Award, recognizing her contributions to advancing opportunities for women in the security industry.
Haldane will be honored Nov. 4 at SIA Honors Night in New York City, held in conjunction with ISC East. The award, presented by SIA's Women in Security Forum (WISF), recognizes individuals who help pave the way for women's...
ICBA, OpenAI partner to bring AI-powered cybersecurity tools to community banks
October 23, 2026SSN Staff
WASHINGTON—The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and OpenAI have announced a strategic alliance aimed at expanding community banks' access to artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cybersecurity capabilities, training and collaboration opportunities.
The partnership connects ICBA's advocacy efforts around AI readiness with OpenAI's Daybreak for Frontline Defenders initiative, which is designed to support defensive cybersecurity operations. Through the alliance, eligible...
Ultra Security emerges from stealth with $10M seed round for agentic AI platform
October 23, 2026SSN Staff
DETROIT—Ultra Security has emerged from stealth with $10 million in seed funding and the launch of a security platform designed to provide visibility, governance and runtime protection for autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents.
The funding round was backed by Ludlow Ventures, Hidden Capital, Entrée Capital, Detroit Venture Partners, firedrop and FDVC, along with angel investors from the security and SaaS sectors.
Founded in 2025 by Chase Lee, founder and former CEO of...
System Surveyor launches AI Notetaker for site surveys, system design
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
AUSTIN, Texas—System Surveyor has announced the general availability of AI Notetaker, an AI-powered feature designed to help security integrators and technology managers capture site-survey discussions and automate portions of the system design process.
Previously available as a public beta, AI Notetaker records site-walk conversations, observations, requirements and design notes during collaborative planning sessions.
The new capability is integrated into the broader System Surveyor...
LVT adds NDAA-compliant Axis bispectral camera to mobile security platform
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
AMERICAN FORK, Utah—LiveView Technologies (LVT) has integrated the Axis Q6411 Bispectral PTZ Camera into its mobile security platform, adding thermal and visual detection capabilities designed to improve visibility in low-light and adverse weather conditions.
According to LVT, the integration marks the first time a mobile security unit platform has incorporated an NDAA-compliant bispectral camera, combining thermal imaging and visual detection for person identification in conditions where...
NFPA urges Halloween fire safety as holiday approaches
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding consumers to keep fire safety top of mind as Halloween celebrations ramp up, citing the fire risks associated with decorations, candles and costumes.
According to NFPA, an estimated average of 835 home structure fires each year between 2020 and 2024 began with decorations, resulting in three deaths, 29 injuries and $18 million in direct property damage. Nearly half of those fires occurred when decorations were placed...
Codelocks Americas adds logistics, training leaders to support growth
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif.—Codelocks Americas has appointed Dcorey Zeigler as warehouse and logistics operations manager and David Gordon as technical support and training manager as the access control provider looks to support continued growth across the Americas.
Zeigler will oversee the company's warehouse operations in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., and Indianapolis, bringing experience in computer science, automation and logistics leadership to the role. According to Codelocks, he will...
AITX's RAD taps Tom Reilly to lead integrator, distribution channel strategy
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
DETROIT—Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), a wholly owned subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions (AITX), has engaged security industry veteran Tom Reilly to develop and execute its strategy for systems integrator and distribution channels.
Reilly's responsibilities will include building channel programs, operating models and sales strategies designed to expand market access for RAD's AI-powered offerings, including RAIA, SARA and the company's stationary security...
Ranger Fire and Security acquires D&G Security Systems, expands Midlands footprint
October 22, 2026SSN Staff
LONDON—Ranger Fire and Security has acquired D&G Security Systems, strengthening its presence in England's Midlands region and bringing the group's total number of businesses to 27.
Founded in 2011 and based in Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, D&G Security Systems provides intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, security lighting and fire alarm services for residential, commercial and industrial customers across the public and private sectors.
Under the agreement,...