Tag: Security Systems News (SSN)
ISC West hits the jackpot
April 17, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
Safe to say that ISC West 2024 came up all 7s.
Sorry, had to use some slot machine terminology as Las Vegas was the center of the security universe for the largest industry show of the year.
It’s a good thing I’m not claustrophobic, and I’m sure my quartet of Security Systems News colleagues who joined me in Vegas – Ken Showers, Brad Durost, Acasia Gardner and Christina Throndson – would echo that sentiment. Boy, was that show floor packed to the gills or what?
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Industry luminary Jim Henry passes away, colleagues reflect
April 17, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Legend. Great friend. Terrific presence. Mentor.
These are just some of the heartfelt tributes and reflections from colleagues and friends of industry luminary Jim Henry, one of the inaugural winners of the Security Systems News (SSN) Security Legend award, who passed away on April 13, 2024, after a lengthy illness. He was 70.
Henry spent more than 50 years in the security industry, from the early days of running a business with his family to later working for behemoths...
Resideo acquiring Snap One for $1.4 billion
April 15, 2024SSN Staff
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., and CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Resideo Technologies has agreed to acquire Snap One Holdings for $10.75 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.4 billion, inclusive of net debt.
Upon closing, Snap One will integrate into Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business. “The acquisition of Snap One is an exciting step in Resideo’s continued transformation through portfolio optimization, operational enhancements and structural cost savings actions,”...
AI weapons detection technology included in NYC pilot program
April 10, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—Evolv Technology’s AI system will be used as part of a new pilot program by the New York City Police Department (NYPD) to detect weapons carried by travelers into the Metropolitan Transit Authority's (MTA) subway system.
According to a release by the Office of the Mayor of New York City, the NYPD seized 1,515 weapons in the subway system in 2023, compared to 947 weapons the previous year – a nearly 60% increase.
“The NYPD contacted Evolv to...
She sells security
April 9, 2024Ken Showers, Managing Editor
I’m writing this after completing the first leg of my journey towards ISC West 2024, and I can safely say that “She Sells Sanctuary” by The Cult is the best road song of all time.
What are some good runners up you might ask? “Roundabout” by Yes, and “Last Train Home” by Pat Metheny for sure. Late night drive? “No Sleep till Brooklyn” by the Beastie Boys, easily answered questions. What might not be an easily answered question is what programming...
SIA names Bill Bozeman as honorary member
April 8, 2024SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) Executive Committee has named Bill Bozeman as an honorary SIA member.
Bozeman – a security industry veteran and longtime SIA member and SIA Board of Directors member – is one of only six individuals to have received this honor, joining fellow honorary members Les Gold, Joe Grillo, Sandy Jones, Dave McGowan, and Scott Schafer. SIA recognized Bozeman during ISC West.
Bozeman is the founder of Bozeman Strategic...
Google gets tough on security
April 3, 2024Ken Showers, Managing Editor
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google recently began enforcing security changes to Gmail that are designed to protect users, foil phishing attempts and reduce unwanted spam by targeting bulk email senders – a welcome development for the industry.
Security measures designed to protect vulnerable users from targeted attacks align with the priorities of industry data privacy experts.
“It's more than just the sort of bad actors that might be attempting to use that,”...
Specifically Speaking: Ryan Brothers on increased collaboration
April 3, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Ryan Brothers believes the line between integrators and consultants will become thinner in the future.
"Integrators will always procure and install parts, and consultants must remain independent, but the continuing rapid advancement of technology (hardware and software) and increasing requirements from clients for detailed plans and budgets will push integrators and consultants to work more hand in hand versus chronologically one after the other,” he said.
As...
Honoring a great man's legacy
April 3, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
As we all prepare for ISC West next week, one man who sadly will not be in Las Vegas will instead be honored for his years of dedication to his company and the security industry as a whole.
Paul Ahern was the longtime CEO of Cypress Integration Solutions who passed away in January 2023 after a battle with liver and pancreatic cancer.
Paul’s presence at industry shows - including ISC West and Security Systems News’ own SecurityNext conference - demonstrated his commitment to not...
Moms in Security announces fundraising event at ISC West 2024
March 29, 2024SSN Staff
WESTPORT, Ct.—Not-for-profit organization Moms in Security announced that it will host an exclusive Speak Easy party and fundraiser during ISC West 2024 on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. PST.
Once attendees have registered for the private event, they will receive additional details, including its location.
The Speak Easy party will benefit Moms in Security Global Outreach (MISGO), the arm of Moms in Security dedicated to providing technology resources...