In the contemporary landscape of communication and safety, digital signage and IP-based audio systems have emerged as crucial tools for mass notification applications. This article delves into the latest trends in these technologies, shedding light on their role in enhancing security and streamlining communication. As we navigate the dynamic world of digital signage and audio […]

Marshall Electronics announced its new CV630-NDIW 30X UHD PTZ camera with NDI|HX2. The company claims the  CV630-NDIW is designed for use in live newscasts, concerts, reality television, corporate communications, government, courtroom, house of worship, education as well as a range of other broadcast and ProAV applications. According to Marshall, the CV630-NDIW PTZ camera captures UHD […]

Viking’s new X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication — all in a “compact chassis.” The intercoms feature a built-in HD video camera with H.264 video compression, low light sensitivity, and a wide viewing angle. Dual 1080p video streams can be viewed on a desktop monitor or IP video phone; […]

The month of October has come and gone, which means it’s time for another review of the results of our monthly Temperature Check. For October’s Temperature Check, we were interested in hearing from you, our readers, about how ProAV and security integration are interconnected. Here’s what you guys had to say. Our first question concerned […]

Approximately 2 in 5 survey respondents say they either “sometimes,” “rarely,” or “never” install software updates, according to the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA). One of the easiest ways to protect accounts and information is to keep software and applications updated. Updates are periodically released to fix software problems and provide security patches for known vulnerabilities. […]

ISC East, in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), has announced the keynote speaker for the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Keynote Series event at ISC East 2023. Theresa Tobin, chief of interagency operations for the New York City Police Department (NYPD), will headline the Nov. 16 WISF Keynote Series breakfast […]

Phishing attacks have become an increasingly common problem for organizations of all sizes and can be very difficult to spot. It’s important every individual stop and think before clicking on a link or opening an attachment and know how to spot red flags. Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 guidance provides the tools needed to recognize and […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Brian M. Harrell as the 2023 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor recognizing excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. SIA will present him with the award on Wednesday, Nov. 15, during the 2023 SIA Honors Night reception. Harrell serves as vice president […]

Investment in cyber-resilience remained a top priority for organizations in Q2 2023 as threat levels continued to rise. Overall, the worldwide cybersecurity technology market grew 11.6% year on year to US$19.0 billion, despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty and constrained IT budgets. The top 12 vendors accounted for nearly half of this spending. Leading the market in […]

To address the growing need for products offering security and surveillance in public and regulated spaces, Exertis Almo, the largest and most specialized value-added North American AV distributor, has expanded its drone system offering to include products from Inspired Flight and Sony Airpeak. Exertis Almo has also partnered with Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) to provide […]

We’ve heard you and we’ve seen you. We know that security has become an increasingly important part of the AV world. From the amount of stories we’ve covered on cybersecurity (we even have a cybersecurity BlogSquadder — shout out to Paul Konikowski!) to what we’ve seen reach our news desk about physical security, we can […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named John Nemerofsky – chief operating officer (COO) at SAGE Integration – as the new chair of the SIA Member Engagement and Experience Committee – a key group whose mission is to create and evaluate initiatives that increase member participation within SIA and guide the development of the association’s […]

In a recent National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) survey, 57% of respondents said they have heard of multifactor authentication (MFA), but many people don’t realize that multifactor authentication is an incredibly important layer of protection in keeping accounts secure. MFA provides extra security by providing a secondary method confirming your identity when logging into accounts. MFA […]

On Sept. 11, 2023, a number of MGM resorts and casinos were simultaneously disrupted by ransomware and data extortion attackers, costing the company $100 million, according to AP News. Caesar’s Entertainment was also attacked, which the Wall Street Journal reported resulted in the company paying roughly half of the $30 million demanded. The resorts and […]

Command and control rooms are where information, technology and human expertise converge to enable effective decision making, resource management and responses to different scenarios. The importance of control rooms extends across a wide and growing range of sectors, and they help contribute to safety, security and operational efficiency. Let’s explore key trends in command and […]

As our online lives expand, the average user has gone from having just a few passwords to now managing upwards of 100. That’s 100 unique passwords to remember, if you’re using strong password habits. Password managers can save users the trouble of having to remember multiple passwords and make accounts safer by recommending strong, unique […]

Knightscope, Inc, a developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, announced two new contracts from a Los Angeles area shopping center and a medical clinic. The company says the Knightscope K5 Autonomous Security Robot (“ASR”) will be patrolling the interior of a large, cultural mall in the Los Angeles area as […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy – as part of its efforts to “advance industry professionalism” through education and training. SIAcademy is a library of on-demand training and professional development programs designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills and overall job performance. SIA says […]

Viking Electronics has added the X-35 Series provides HD video and voice communication for SIP VoIP phone systems and service providers to its line of access control products. “There is an increasing demand for reliable yet affordable video intercoms, and the Viking X-Series is a great fit for our customers,” said James Catt, product specialist […]

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and our friends at the National Cybersecurity Alliance, in partnership with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency have produced this infographic with tips to stay safe online — whether at home or in the office! rAVe [PUBS] will be posting about Cybersecurity Awareness Month throughout October. Click here to read more stories […]

ISC East, a Northeasternsecurity and public safety event built by RX Global, hosted in collaboration with sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with ASIS NYC Chapter, announced that Greg Ehrie, chief security officer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, will kick off the Keynote Series on Wednesday, Nov. […]

In 2004, President Bush and Congress declared October “Cybersecurity Awareness Month.” 2004 was a much different time and the event centered around advice like “Update your antivirus software twice a year like you do with your smoke detector batteries.” for U.S. residents. Nowadays, cybersecurity is a much more complex issue and Cybersecurity Awareness Month has […]

CompTIA has created an Emergency Response Team to provide real-time guidance to solution providers experiencing a cybersecurity incident or service disruption. The new Emergency Response Team (ERT) is a group of dedicated CompTIA members who have either experienced a security incident or can provide guidance to solution providers that have been victimized. As a volunteer-led […]

Changing approaches to cybersecurity have led to slow but steady progress in defense and protection, but competing interests create a growing challenge for cybersecurity decision makers and practitioners, according to CompTIA. A majority of business and technology professionals feel that the overall state of cybersecurity is improving, both generally and within their organizations, according to […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 SIA RISE Scholarship, an initiative led by the SIA RISE community for emerging security leaders. Through this initiative, selected candidates will receive $3,000 awards that can be used toward continuing education, student loan repayment and professional development programs such as training and certifications. […]

Confidence is increasing in the security industry, with nearly eight in 10 respondents to the July-August 2023 SIA Security Market Index survey offering a positive assessment of business conditions. One-fourth of survey participants said that current conditions are “excellent,” and another 53% described them as “good.” Looking ahead three months, 86% of respondents foresee growth, […]

The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) has received a significant boost in funding from Craig Newmark Philanthropies in the form of a $200,000 grant. The grant will support ongoing initiatives within NCA’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Cybersecurity Career, Mentoring and Scholarship Program, as students return to school. Launched in 2022, the ‘See Yourself In […]

The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) is kicking off the 2nd year of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Cybersecurity Career Program “See Yourself In Cyber.” “See Yourself In Cyber” aims to change the narrative around cybersecurity careers by showing students that there is a role in security for everyone and multiple pathways to a […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Ken Francis, president of Eagle Eye Networks and a former member of the SIA Board of Directors, to serve as the new chair of the SIA Executive Advisory Board. Established in 2017, the SIA Executive Advisory Board is a panel of executive thought leaders from SIA member companies […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA)’s Autonomous Solutions Working Group recently hosted a series of free virtual town hall events focusing on key artificial intelligence (AI) topics. The third town hall explored equipping security directors for the internal sale of new technology, with advice from industry professionals on how security practitioners can advocate for the application […]