Tag: monitoring
WHIRC celebrates 33 consecutive years of UL Certification
February 23, 2026SSN Staff
ROCKFORD, Minn. — WH International Response Center (WHIRC), a provider of technology and monitoring solutions, has announced that its alarm monitoring center has successfully achieved UL Certification from Underwriters Laboratories for the 33rd consecutive year.
UL certification is a globally recognized mark of excellence that signifies compliance with stringent industry requirements for alarm monitoring centers. According to WHIRC, maintaining this certification for...
GEODIS Park names Allied preferred ESP
February 19, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif. — Allied Universal has been selected by GEODIS Park as its event services provider offering event staffing and security services.
Allied Universal’s expertise supporting large venues enables GEODIS Park to focus on promoting the success of high-profile Major League Soccer matches, as well as other sporting events and concerts.
Allied Universal Event Services division will be providing services related to venue access, monitoring gates,...
Axis Communications launches inaugural Axis Perspectives report
February 17, 2026SSN Staff
CHELMSFORD, Mass. — Axis Communications has announced the release of its first annual Axis Perspectives report, a research-based publication examining the evolution of intelligent video and its expanding role.
Backed by proprietary global research, expert insights, and real-world use cases, the report quantifies how intelligent video is enhancing security while increasingly driving safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence across industries.
“Intelligent...
RAD adds major sports venue to client list
November 30, 2025SSN Staff
DETROIT — Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (AITX), a global provider of AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), have announced that it has received an order for ten ROSA units bundled with ten SARA (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent) licenses for deployment inside a major sports venue in the United States.
The new installations will support the arena’s security team with enhanced...
Ai-RGUS integrates with Zenitel
November 19, 2025SSN Staff
LAS VEGAS — Ai-RGUS has introduced Zenitel as their latest integration to monitor intercoms among their ever-expanding list of integrations with various manufacturers.
Zenitel was introduced as part of Ai-RGUS' latest big feature update which now allows Ai-RGUS users to monitor access control systems, network speakers, intercoms, routers, smart plugs, smart power supplies, and POE devices.
With the addition of Zenitel, Ai-RGUS said it’s furthering its goal to become an even...
CBO breach a symptom of weakening government cyber protections
November 11, 2025Ken Showers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) was hacked in early November, highlighting the possibility of growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities across government agencies amid political gridlock.
Anonymous sources told The Washington Post the breach was carried out by a foreign actor.
In a written statement, Caitlin Emma, CBO’s chief of media relations, said the agency identified the incident and took immediate action to contain it. She added that the...
ESX extends expo hours to meet demand
October 17, 2025SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas — ESX will extend expo hours at its 2026 event to accommodate increasing interest from security professionals.
The extended expo programming will give security integrators, dealers, and monitoring professionals additional dedicated time to discover innovations, compare solutions, and build partnerships that drive recurring revenue and operational excellence.
“While many shows are seeing increases in end user attendance, ESX has stayed true to its niche and mission...
The SAFE Alliance strengthens security and privacy with Genetec
October 16, 2025SSN Staff
MONTRÉAL — Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”) has announced that The SAFE Alliance, a Central Texas nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors of violence and abuse, has deployed Genetec Security Center to unify and modernize its security operations.
The new platform is helping SAFE address daily security challenges, operate more efficiently with limited resources, and provide a safer environment for survivors, staff, and volunteers.
SAFE provides shelter, housing, support services,...
VerkadaOne 2025: Inside the push toward proactive & predictive security
October 10, 2025Ken Showers
CHICAGO — Predictive security wasn’t just a theme at VerkadaOne 2025 – it was the mission. In a post-conference interview with Security Systems News, Brandon Davito, Verkada’s senior vice president of operations, shared how the company is sharpening its ability to anticipate threats rather than simply respond to them, all while maintaining accuracy, usability, and trust.
Held from September 22 through the 24, VerkadaOne is the company’s annual cloud security...
Securitas enhances data center security with smart screening
September 29, 2025SSN Staff
UNIONTOWN, Ohio — Securitas has formalized a strategic partnership with Rohde & Schwarz, a provider of artificial intelligence-based millimeter wave screening technology.
Described as a long-term collaboration, at the core of the partnership Securitas will integrate Rohde & Schwarz’s screening technology into its multi-layered data center security offering, introducing a screening process that is non-contact, safe and accurate.
“This is a perfect demonstration of how...