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69% of Organizations Will Do Away with Passwords within 5 Years

October 13, 2016

A new survey says that 69 percent of organizations are likely to do away with passwords within the next 5 years.

Is Your Access Control System a Gateway for Hackers?

With access control systems being prime entry points to hacking IT and OT systems, security professionals need to stress protecting security systems.

Scott Lindley

October 11, 2016

Contactless card-based access control systems were developed to better protect facilities from unauthorized visitors, but it didn't take long for hackers to learn how to fool the system.

Security Industry Association to Present Women in Biometrics Awards at SIA Honors Night

October 8, 2016

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced that nominations are being accepted for the 2016 Women in Biometrics Awards.

FCC Upgrades Mobile Emergency Alert System

September 30, 2016

The Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to update and strengthen Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA).

Atlanta Airport to Participate in ACI-IATA Smart Security Program

September 28, 2016

A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the Airports Council International (ACI) North America/World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition by and between ACI World, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the City of Atlanta, the owner and operator of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

Airports Increasingly Invest in Security Technology

September 27, 2016

Airports are placing a higher priority on IT investments for passenger and airport security with 50% rating it a high priority, up from 37% last year.

U.S. Senator Calls for Increased Security of 911 Emergency Infrastructure

September 23, 2016

U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., is urging DHS and the FCC to develop a comprehensive plan to beef up outdated 911 call centers in New York state that could be open to terrorist and cyberattacks.

Business Interruption, Property Damage are Critical Risks to Global Growth

September 23, 2016

Business interruption is the leading cause of losses for companies, multinational organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that operate outside the U.S.

Uber is Asking its Drivers to Take Selfies for Security

September 23, 2016

Uber will require its drivers to snap periodic selfies to ensure they are who they claim to be.

Fredrik Nilsson of Axis Communications to Receive SIA Lippert Award

September 22, 2016

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced the selection of Fredrik Nilsson, Vice President, Americas, Axis Communications Inc., to receive the 2016 George R. Lippert Memorial Award.