Tag: Physical Security
News Poll: The future of physical security is integrated, frictionless
February 11, 2026Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — While artificial intelligence (AI) is driving new complexity in physical security, a recent Security Systems News poll finds that mergers like Brivo-Eagle Eye Networks could make it simpler to manage systems.
A majority of respondents to the poll (65%) believe these mergers send a signal that cloud native, integrated solutions will dominate the future of physical security. Still, 24% still believe hybrid...
Ai-RGUS 2025 results signal 2026 growth
February 5, 2026SSN Staff
LAS VEGAS – Ai-RGUS, a provider of AI-driven performance verification software for physical security systems, continued to post strong performance over the course of 2025 with higher expectations for 2026 as the company looks to aggressively increase its network of authorized resellers across the U.S.
The company increased its partner base by over 40% in 2025 and further enhanced the Ai-RGUS’ AI-powered performance verification solution to include access control, intercoms, speakers,...
Hakimo launches Forensic Search
January 29, 2026SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO — Hakimo, a provider of AI-powered physical security monitoring platforms, has announced the launch of Forensic Search, a new capability that allows security teams to instantly search and investigate video footage using natural language.
With Forensic Search, users can type queries like “person in a red shirt,” “person opening car door,” or “red car in parking lot,” and retrieve relevant moments from hours, or even days of recorded footage...
Brivo unveils 2026 Trends in Video Surveillance report
January 28, 2026SSN Staff
AUSTIN, Texas — Brivo, provider of cloud-native physical security, has released its 2026 Trends in Video Surveillance. The report identifies the seven trends that will directly impact businesses worldwide in 2026.
As a resource for business leaders, security professionals, and IT managers, the 2026 Trends report provides information, analysis, and tips about privacy protection, expanding regulations, public safety, and how AI-enhanced video surveillance has profoundly improved the detection...
Drako on Brivo, Eagle Eye merger: ‘We’re set to lead again'
January 7, 2026Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — The cloud security industry closed out 2025 with a major development: The merger of Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks, creating what executives say will be the world’s largest AI cloud-native physical security company.
The combined entity aims to tackle the growing complexity of artificial intelligence (AI) in physical security with a unified platform that integrates access control and cloud-based video surveillance.
Security Systems News spoke...
Verkada urges religious institutions to adopt emergency plans, technology
December 11, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
SAN MATEO, Calif. — Nearly half of those who attend religious services (48%) say they feel less safe attending in-person due to rising acts of violence, according to new research from Verkada conducted online by The Harris Poll.
Thirty-nine percent report these safety concerns have led them to change how often they attend in-person services.
This research highlights a growing concern among faith communities about safety and underscores the need for new approaches to help institutions...
Verkada reaches $5.8B valuation with investment from CapitalG
December 3, 2025SSN Staff
SAN MATEO, Calif. — Verkada, a provider of AI-powered physical security technology, has announced CapitalG is leading an investment at a $5.8 billion valuation - an increase of $1.3 billion since the announcement of its Series E in February.
Verkada expects the investment will accelerate its AI capabilities and may also enable liquidity for employees as the company surpasses $1 billion in annualized bookings.
"AI is fundamentally transforming how organizations protect people and...
Allied Universal named to Forbes list of America’s Best Companies
November 20, 2025SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif. — Allied Universal has been named to the 2026 Forbes list of America’s Best Companies honoring overall excellence.
Allied Universal noted that it was the only provider of physical security services to make the list.
“This distinction recognizes the extraordinary work our team does every day to help protect America’s people, businesses and communities,” said Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. “It is a testament to our...
Taking down the walls: integrating siloed security into the broader ecosystem
October 13, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — With workplace and guest safety becoming an even greater focus for businesses, security solutions can no longer be an island says Rhys Rueffert, Product Manager at Intrado.
Speaking with Security Systems News, Rueffert talked about the need for connection, the importance of automation, and how Intrado is working to bridge the gap between siloed security tools and more connected solutions.
“Siloed tools, systems and alarms are often disconnected from...
Report shows Genetec continues to expand, maintains no. 2 spot
October 2, 2025SSN Staff
MONTRÉAL — According to the newly released 2025 Access Control Report from global research firm Omdia, Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), global provider of enterprise physical security software, continues to expand its share of the global access control software market, maintaining its #2 position worldwide*.
The report shows that Genetec achieved the highest organic global market share gain in on-premises access control software.
According to the Omdia report, Genetec also...