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University of Nevada, Reno Cybersecurity Center, Viakoo team up for Aces promotion
August 11, 2025SSN Staff
RENO, Nev.—A solid defense is essential - in baseball and in cyberspace.
The University of Nevada, Reno Cybersecurity Center and Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity company Viakoo are supporting cybersecurity awareness during the Reno Aces 2025 season.
Viakoo will donate to the Cybersecurity Center every time the Aces make a defensive play that prevents the opposing team from stealing a base, and light up the stadium with “A Salute to Cyber Defenders” across all signage....
Traka celebrates 30 years of innovation
August 8, 2025SSN Staff
OLNEY, UK — Traka, an ASSA ABLOY company and global provider in intelligent key and equipment management solutions, is celebrating 30 years of innovation in intelligent key and asset management.
In 1995, Traka’s founder, John Kent, responded to a unique challenge: British Airways needed a secure and trackable way to manage critical keys, something the market didn’t yet offer. Kent built the first Traka key cabinet, setting the foundation for what would become a new category...
Allied Universal named finalist for 2025 U.S. OSPAs
August 7, 2025SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has announced that six of its team members, its entire executive protection team and one of its training programs have been named finalists for the 2025 U.S. Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs).
The OSPAs recognize and celebrate the work of individuals, companies, and teams that deliver outstanding security products and services. The U.S. OSPAs awards ceremony will take place on Sept. 28 at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in New Orleans.
Allied...
Burhans launches Channel Championz to help U.S. security manufacturers succeed
August 7, 2025SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS—Jerry Burhans, a 30-year veteran of the physical security industry, has announced the formation of Channel Championz, an advisory and manufacturer’s rep firm dedicated to helping security product manufacturers enter and grow in the North American market.
The new venture aims to bridge the gap between global innovators and the complex, highly relational U.S. security products distribution channel.
Burhans brings a career that spans from IBEW journeyman to executive leadership...
AU10TIX launches free assessment tool and readiness guide
August 7, 2025SSN Staff
AMSTERDAM — AU10TIX has announced the launch of a free Child Safety Age Assurance Risk and Readiness Assessment and Age Assurance Readiness Guide designed to help businesses better understand their risk and tailor their strategy to meet regulatory obligations.
In the U.S., federal legislation such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires parental consent for users under 13, while the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) mandates age verification for websites...
American Alarm acquires Instant Alarm
August 6, 2025SSN Staff
ARLINGTON, Mass.—American Alarm and Communications announced it has completed the acquisition of Instant Signal & Alarm of Salem, a security and life safety systems provider across the North Shore and greater Essex County in Massachusetts.
Founded in 1954, Instant Signal & Alarm (often called Instant Alarm) has grown to become the security systems and 24-7 alarm monitoring provider for more than 3,000 customers, including homeowners, municipalities and businesses large and small. The company...
DICE to launch beta version of Ceila.ai platform in September
August 5, 2025SSN Staff
BAY CITY, Mich.—DICE Corp., recognized in the security industry for its software innovation, has announced it is launching a beta version of its new alarm and event management platform, Ceila.ai, in September.
The platform is designed to reduce the need for human operators by up to 90%, using some of the most advanced AI-driven digital operators the alarm industry has seen, the company stated. It combines audio from phone calls and live camera feeds to improve call handling and dispatch...
HID unveils next-generation FIDO hardware and centralized management at scale
August 5, 2025SSN Staff
AUSTIN, Texas—HID has announced a new line of FIDO-certified credentials - now powered by the new Enterprise Passkey Management (EPM) solution - designed to help organizations deploy and manage passkeys at the enterprise scale.
New research from FIDO Alliance shows that while 87% of enterprises are adopting passkeys, nearly half of those that are yet to deploy cite complexity and cost concerns as primary barriers. HID’s solution streamlines the shift to passwordless authentication.
This...
NAPCO expands access to free 24/7 how-to video library on YouTube channel
August 5, 2025SSN Staff
AMITYVILLE, N.Y.—Napco Security Technologies has announced expanded content on its NAPCO YouTube channel, driving greater support for its dealer and installer community.
The free, on-demand library of How-To Hints & Tips videos was developed in direct response to the most frequently asked questions received by Napco Technical Services across all divisions.
This growing video resource is available 24/7 with no login or credentials required, making it an ideal tool for technicians...
Hailo appoints Max Glover as chief revenue officer
August 5, 2025SSN Staff
TEL AVIV, Israel—Hailo, a chipmaker of edge AI processors, has announced the appointment of Max Glover as the company’s chief revenue officer (CRO).
With over two decades of experience leading global sales and go-to-market organizations in the semiconductor and technology sectors, Glover joins Hailo at a pivotal moment as the company scales to meet rapidly growing demand for edge AI solutions.
Prior to joining Hailo, Glover served as senior vice president of global sales at Allegro...