Physical Security

Mass Kidnapping Increased 154% from 2020 to 2025

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400

2026 will see an increase in kidnaps-for-ransom.

The Crime Began Well Before the Breach

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The image most security professionals still carry of perimeter crime is the opportunist: the actor who spots an open gate, grabs what is within reach, and flees.

Modern Wireless-First Security Solutions Deliver Multiple Benefits for Mixed-Use Properties

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400

The most common longstanding security and safety challenges of mixed-use properties generally fall into 4 categories.

The State of National Security

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Former FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate discusses the state of National Security today.

Majority of Organizations Lack Drone Mitigation Due to Legal Restrictions

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Airports and other organizations lack counter-drone security plans.

Building Public Trust in AI‑Enabled Security

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400

Despite its widespread adoption in industrial and personal contexts, only 66% of people use AI, and only 46% trust it.

6 Crisis Response Best Practices (That Actually Hold Up When Things go Sideways)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400

An effective crisis response strategy requires flexibility and fast-acting solutions.

Violence Remains Top Concern for Retailers

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The National Retail Federation (NRF) released a report about major security concerns affecting the retail industry.

Doing More with Less: Practical Security Solutions for Resource Strapped Schools

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Budgets are stretched with varying priorities, yet safety threats continue to grow, challenging schools to strengthen their security posture using the resources they have on hand.

Smartphone Access Control Scores High Marks on Campus

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:00:00 -0400

The case for using smartphones for mobile electronic access control (EAC) credentialing.

Smart Video and AI-Powered Tools Are Reshaping Campus Security

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Campuses require far more security than the traditional gates and guards.

Eye on the Sky: SkySafe Named 2026 Golden Eagle Award Winner

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

This year Security Magazine partnered with The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) to present the Golden Eagle Award to SkySafe as the 2026 Golden Eagle Award winner for its case study submission, “University of Illinois Sets the Standard for Campus Drone Security.”

Security’s 2026 Women in Security

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Recognized for their achievements and influence, this year’s honorees drive progress throughout their organizations.

Hannah Behnke — Women in Security 2026

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

At the age of 18, Hannah Behnke took her first step into the security world in a classic way: she got a job as a "mall cop."

Dr. Jazma Mekelle Parker — Women in Security 2026

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Dr. Jazma Mekelle Parker began her security career as a contract background investigator for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

Protecting the Cloud Starts at the Perimeter

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Physical and digital security can no longer be treated as separate conversations.

You Can’t Secure a Ship Like a Laptop

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:00:00 -0400

Modern cargo vessels are becoming floating distributed data centers.

Denise Platon — Women in Security 2026

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Security leader Denise Platon takes a look back at her career and role as Corporate Security Manager at Nestle.

Julia Stuyt — Women in Security 2026

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Julia Stuyt got her first exposure to the security industry at the Toronto Pearson International Airport, where she worked in call-taking, monitoring and dispatching for security-related incidents.

Nearly 85% of Nurses Experienced Workplace Violence in the Last Year

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Workplace safety continues to be a concern in the healthcare industry.

Security Guard Assaulted at Firework Show

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400

A fight broke out at a country club, resulting in the injury of a security guard.

Security Guard Found Alive After 8 Days Beneath Earthquake Rubble

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:15:00 -0400

43-year-old Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was retrieved from a collapsed mall following an earthquake.

When Private Events Become Public Infrastructure: What Celebrity OSINT Teaches Security Leaders

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0400

Long before anyone confirmed where and when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding would be, thousands of fans believed they already knew. This is open-source intelligence (OSINT) in its most ordinary form.

Why Response Time Is Becoming the Missing Metric in Workplace Safety and Security

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Even the strongest prevention programs cannot eliminate every risk.

How School Security Looks During Summer Months

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Here, Security magazine discusses these changes with Guy Grace, ASSA ABLOY’s K-12 National Security Program Manager.

88% of School Panic Button Alerts Were for Student Behavior

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A recent report by CENTEGIX analyzed school safety trends, specifically surrounding wearable panic buttons.

What I Learned About Burnout the Hard Way (and How to Actually Fix it)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The good news is that burnout can be manageable if you’re willing to treat it as an operational priority and not just an afterthought.

UM-Flint Department of Public Safety Honored for Fostering Community Trust

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:35:27 -0400

The University of Michigan-Flint’s Department of Public Safety was named the Voices for Children Advocacy Center’s 2026 Service Organization of the Year.

Thornton Township High School District Implements ZeroEyes

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Illinois' Thornton Township High School District 205 announces a deployment of ZeroEyes AI gun detection solution.

Critical Crossings: Securing Bridges and Tunnels

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

While securing bridges and tunnels involves protecting physical assets, it’s also about ensuring the continuity of daily life.