Video: Why Audio…for Security?

The Security Industry Association (SIA) Audio & Intelligent Communications Subcommittee thinks that adding audio to your security solutions suite gets you more insights and actionable intelligence. But don’t let us tell you. Let them tell you why! In this video, subcommittee members Derek van der Vorst, Spencer Himelberger, Arturo Falk, Cameron Javdani, Gina M. Sansivero and Dan…

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SIA Drone Security Subcommittee Applauds Inclusion of Key Counter-UAS Legislation in the House-Passed 2026 National Defense Authorization Act

SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) strongly supports lawmakers taking crucial and long-overdue steps needed to address growing threats posed by the weaponization or misuse of drones. In particular, these steps are needed to protect fans attending venues and events as part of the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympic Games and America 250 celebrations…

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SIA Member PRofile: Sharlic Karl Hill, CEO and co-founder, Sharlic

SIA New Member Profile: Sharlic

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Sharlic offers a service delivery platform specifically built for channel sales. The company is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, with distributor, manufacturer and integrator partners across the Nordics, wider Europe and North America, and has global roots and relationships. SIA spoke with Karl Hill, CEO and co-founder of Sharlic, about…

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Retail Security in 2025: Key Tech Integration Insights

The retail security landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years, driven by sophisticated organized retail crime, emerging technologies and innovative collaboration models. SIA’s recent Vertical Insights Retail Security Symposium brought together industry experts, technology providers and law enforcement to discuss how the sector is adapting to these challenges. VIDEO: Vertical Insights Retail Security Symposium Here…

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Video: Why Physical Security Solutions Are the Ultimate Tool in Proptech

New video featuring the Security Industry Association (SIA) Built Environment Advisory Board! SIA’s Built Environment Advisory Board chair, Dan Cremins of Delta Electronics, sat down with The Access Control Collective’s Lee Odess for a wide-ranging conversation about how physical security is becoming the ultimate tool for creating value in proptech and commercial real estate. Inside…

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Registration for ISC West 2026 Now Open

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Experience the nation’s leading converged security event, expansive education program, 750+ exhibitors and exclusive opportunities to network and engage with the entire security ecosystem. NORWALK, Conn.—ISC West 2026 has opened registration with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), taking place March 23–27 (SIA Education@ISC: March 23–26 | Exhibit Hall: March 25 – 27) at The Venetian…

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The Basics of Biometrics: Key Insights From IDEMIA’s Teresa Wu

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Biometrics is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a core part of how we authenticate identities, secure access and design user experiences. At a recent session at AcceleRISE led by Teresa Wu, vice president of smart credentials and access at IDEMIA Public Security, attendees were given a sweeping look at where biometric technology came from, where…

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SIA Conversational AI Is Coming to Security

Video: Here’s One Way That Conversational AI Is Coming to Security

The Security Industry Association (SIA) Audio & Intelligent Communications Subcommittee presents the latest in a series of video conversations highlighting key topics in the Safe and Sound primer on audio and intelligent communications applications for security. In this video conversation, hosted by SIA Senior Manager of Standards and Technology Adom Yusuf, experts delve into conversational artificial intelligence and the security…

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Security Industry Association Launches Data Center Advisory Board

SIA’s new expert-led group, under the leadership of chair Jim Black, will provide guidance regarding data center security, foster industry collaboration, offer thought leadership and more. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched the Data Center Advisory Board, a panel of experts that will provide guidance on data center security topics to the…

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