SIA New Member Profile: Velasea

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Velasea specializes in custom-built hardware solutions for video surveillance, edge computing, artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, digital signage and broadcast applications. The company is headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, with a global business presence in Canada, South America, the Middle East, Africa and Europe. SIA spoke with Tom Larson, president of…

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How to Make the Transition From Team Player to Team Leader

At AcceleRISE 2024, Sandra Williams, vice president of operations at Boon Edam, shared insights on how to transition to leadership successfully. The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently closed out a successful sixth annual AcceleRISE – a unique event presented by the SIA RISE community and gathering tomorrow’s security leaders. The sold-out event took place Aug.…

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SPARC Discussion of Artificial Intelligence Impact

SIA’s Security Practitioners Advancing Real Conversations group discussed AI uses and benchmarking during a July 2024 meeting. This summary provides insights into how leading end users are leveraging this technology. In the discussion, members of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Practitioners Advancing Real Conversations (SPARC) group explored the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in…

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Beyond Cameras and Detection: Unleashing the Power of Generative AI in Physical Security

Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in physical security, primarily through computer vision and video surveillance systems. These technologies excel at identifying objects, tracking movement, and recognizing patterns; however, they are limited in their ability to generate insights, predict future events, or optimize operations proactively. Generative AI (gen-AI), a newer branch of the technology,…

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Nominations Open! 2024 Lippert and Progress Awards

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Nominate a leader for these prestigious awards, recognizing outstanding SIA volunteer leadership and advancement of women in the security industry and presented at SIA Honors Night. Updated Sept. 12, 2024 The Security Industry Association (SIA) presents the most respected awards in the security industry on an annual basis to members, volunteers, committee chairs, elected officials and practitioners. SIA…

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Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Jim Lantrip to the FAST Board of Directors

Jim Lantrip, senior vice president of operations at Allied Universal Technology Services, will join the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services…

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SIA New Member Profile: LiveU

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member LiveU provides mission-critical, real-time video solutions for public safety. The company has its U.S. headquarters in Hackensack, New Jersey, along with regional offices and presence in 20+ countries. SIA spoke with LiveU Business Development Director of Public Safety Joseph Yaker about the company, the security industry and working with…

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California Bills Would Impact Artificial Intelligence, Shape Security

Movement on AI, Other Measures in California’s 2024 Legislative Session As California’s legislature enters the last days of its legislative session that ends Aug. 31, 2024, it’s do-or-die time for key legislation on artificial intelligence (AI) that has been discussed and debated over for months. The Senate and Assembly Appropriations Committees faced an Aug. 15…

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