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Gallagher, Toronto Zoo deploy first-of-its-kind fence monitoring integration
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
TORONTO—Gallagher Security and Gallagher Animal Management have launched what the companies describe as a first-of-its-kind integration between Gallagher Command Centre and the Toronto Zoo’s animal enclosure energizer systems, providing real-time monitoring of habitat fencing.
The integration is now operational within the zoo’s orangutan habitat, enabling staff to continuously monitor fence voltage and receive instant alerts when the fence is touched. The system is also integrated...
Yale, Yardi partner on multifamily digital access solution
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—Yale Home, part of Fortune Brands Innovations, has integrated its smart access technology with Yardi's RentCafe Resident App, allowing multifamily residents to unlock apartments and community spaces using the same mobile app they use to pay rent, submit maintenance requests and manage other resident services.
The integration enables automated digital key delivery and recovery through synchronization with Yardi Voyager and CRM IQ data. Residents can access their units using...
NFPA Urban Fire Forum focuses on AI, workforce challenges facing fire service
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—Fire chiefs and fire service leaders from five countries gathered in September for the 2026 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Urban Fire Forum, where discussions centered on artificial intelligence (AI), workforce sustainability, responder wellness and other issues shaping the future of emergency services.
Held under the theme, “Leading through Disruption: Preparing Urban Fire Services for an Era of Accelerating Change,” the forum brought together fire...
Acoem updates acoustic threat detection software to reduce false positives
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
GRANTS PASS, Ore.—Acoem has introduced two software updates for its Acoustic Threat Detection (ATD) Gunshot Detection System, adding individual sensor-level elevation tuning and enhanced acoustic analytics designed to improve detection accuracy in site-specific environments.
The updates, delivered through Acoem's Cadence software platform, are intended to help organizations address false positives, particularly in locations where hills, buildings, fireworks and other environmental factors...
SS&Si Dealer Network to distribute Telecom Design jamming alarm in North America
October 8, 2026SSN Staff
DELTONA, Fla., and BORDEAUX, France—SS&Si Dealer Network has entered into a distribution agreement with France-based Telecom Design to bring the company's AJV4 Jamming Alarm to alarm dealers and integrators across North America.
The battery-powered AJV4 is designed to detect and counter signal-jamming attacks, a tactic increasingly used by criminals to disrupt wireless communications and disable security systems. Telecom Design describes the device as the first AI-powered anti-hacking...
COPS Monitoring promotes Dream Rovira to site manager of Florida operations
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
WILLIAMSTOWN, N.J.—COPS Monitoring has promoted Dream Rovira to site manager of Florida operations, elevating a company veteran who began her career as a dispatcher and most recently served in a leadership role at the company’s Lewisville, Texas, monitoring center.
In her new role, she will oversee staffing, training, employee development, service quality and overall operational performance at the monitoring center. According to the company, she played a key role in helping re-establish...
Fortinet, Aramco partner on industrial cybersecurity initiatives in Saudi Arabia
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia—Fortinet and Aramco have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening industrial cybersecurity and supporting the development of secure operational technology (OT) environments across Saudi Arabia.
Under the proposed collaboration, the companies will explore opportunities in cybersecurity research and development, including the exchange of knowledge, best practices and technologies to address emerging threats. The agreement also includes plans to...
BAYCOM celebrates 70 years serving public safety agencies
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
GREEN BAY, Wis.—BAYCOM, a provider of public safety communications, security and technology solutions, is celebrating its 70th anniversary, marking seven decades of supporting first responders, government agencies and commercial customers across the Midwest.
Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., BAYCOM has grown into a 100% employee-owned company with approximately 100 employees and locations throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois. Over the last five years, the company...
uRISQ launches cybersecurity awareness campaign aimed at SMBs
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
JENSEN BEACH, Fla.—uRISQ is marking Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a new educational initiative designed to help small and medium-sized businesses better understand and address cybersecurity risks.
The month-long campaign includes a series of articles, practical guidance and a new video demonstration focused on helping businesses recognize common threats and adopt stronger security practices.
According to the company, the content will cover topics including the human element of cybersecurity,...
Z-Wave Alliance highlights smart fire safety solutions during Fire Prevention Week
October 6, 2026SSN Staff
SAN RAMON, Calif.—The Z-Wave Alliance is spotlighting a range of Z-Wave Certified fire safety products in recognition of Fire Prevention Week 2026, which runs under the National Fire Protection Association’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”
The organization said the initiative comes as homeowners increasingly look to connected technologies to help reduce fire risks and improve emergency response. According to the Federal Emergency Management...