Tag: 2025
Major insurers begin requiring DMP’s JamAlert for jewelry store coverage
January 27, 2026SSN Staff
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.—As gold prices surge and organized retail crime increasingly targets high‑value merchandise, jewelry store owners across the U.S. are facing rising insurance premiums - and, in some cases, new technology requirements from major carriers.
According to jewelers and insurance brokers, several internationally recognized insurers have begun requiring cellular jamming detection devices before issuing or renewing coverage for jewelry retailers. In multiple instances, they are...
Security Industry Association announces the 2026 Security Megatrends
December 18, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2026 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both near- and long-term change in the global security industry.
SIA’s 2026 Security Megatrends were selected based on 2025 survey data and focus group input received from security industry business leaders, association leadership,...
Smarter security: Why automation needs AI - and humans
December 11, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK— As cyber and physical threats converge, security automation is no longer optional, it’s essential, according to industry experts.
That was the focus of a session at ISC East 2025 titled, “Security Automation for Cyber-Hardened Facilities,” that explored how automation, AI and human oversight intersect to create resilient operations. Moderated by Brittany Board, director of technology partners at PSA Security Network, the panel featured:
Min Kyriannis,...
ISC East wraps up 2025 with success in New York City
December 1, 2025SSN Staff
NORWALK, Conn.—ISC East 2025, in collaboration with the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS International NYC Chapter, welcomed over 6,100 industry professionals, including nearly 4,700 attendees, from Nov. 18-20.
More than 200 exhibitors showcased their latest innovations at the Javits Center in New York City, giving security professionals a hands-on look at solutions built to meet the challenges of today’s world.
“We are incredibly proud...
Suprema hosts SGPP 2025
November 30, 2025SSN Staff
SEOUL, KOREA — Suprema, a provider of AI-based security solutions, opened the Suprema Global Partner Program (SGPP) 2025 at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun, bringing together an influential network of 198 security partners from North and South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Suprema said the flagship event marked a pivotal moment in the industry, as it unveils its innovation-driven strategy and next-generation product lineup.
Guided by the theme “Engraving a New Era...
TMA’s 2025 OPSTech welcomes record-breaking attendance
November 21, 2025SSN Staff
MCLEAN, Va.—The Monitoring Association (TMA) welcomed over 150 monitoring and security professionals to Addison, Texas, from Nov. 11-14, for its 2025 OPSTech, with the annual meeting drawing the most attendees in its five-year history.
Over the course of three days, attendees took part in dynamic sessions and interactive roundtable discussions led by respected industry leaders and technology innovators.
“From the opening Welcome Reception to the closing workshops, this year’s...
Back in the New York groove
November 19, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
I’m channeling the late KISS guitarist Ace Frehley for my blog title as I’ll be making my way to the Javits Center this week for ISC East 2025, along with more than 7,000 security professionals.
ISC East is considered the leading security and public safety event in the Northeast part of the U.S., bringing together security dealers, installers, integrators, consultants, and practitioners from corporate, government, and law enforcement sectors for three days of educational sessions,...
SIA names Jonathan Aguila as 2025 Insightful Practitioner Award honoree
November 13, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Jonathan Aguila as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor recognizing excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. He will be recognized Nov. 19 during the 2025 SIA Celebrates & Honors event.
Aguila is the global services director, systems and technology at Meta. He entered the security industry as a technician about 30 years ago and...
ISC East 2025 unveils new show floor experiences
November 13, 2025SSN Staff
NORWALK, Conn.—ISC East, the Northeast’s leading security and public safety event, has announced exciting additions to its 2025 show floor.
Taking place Nov. 18-20 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City, the event will introduce two new areas showcasing emerging technologies and demonstrating the power of integration in security solutions.
“This year, we’ve reimagined the ISC East experience with a focus on the future of security innovation,” said...
Johnson Controls included in Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Veterans
November 10, 2025SSN Staff
MILWAUKEE—Johnson Controls, a global provider for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been named to Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2025 list for the second consecutive year.
America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2025 were identified through an independent survey of more than 17,000 U.S. veterans, evaluating companies on multiple workplace criteria, including career development, compensation, diversity and veteran relations.
Johnson Controls...