Archive for February 2026
Driving Progress: A Bridge to the Future of Security Without Disruption
As 2026 unfolds, a clear theme guides security conversations. Moving forward, greater innovation is a must, yet progress works best when it feels steady and well paced. Organizations want modern tools that fit naturally into their environments, respect existing investments and support daily operations without disruption. Technologies and programs built around this mindset will shape…
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The Next Evolution of Artificial Intelligence in Physical Security
Artificial intelligence is already redefining what it means to secure the physical world, but the AI tools transforming security operations today are just scratching the surface of what’s possible. AI in physical security has been focused primarily on accelerating investigations: helping operators search footage faster, identify people or vehicles of interest and piece together incidents…
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SIA New Member Profile: Phantom Fog
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Phantom Fog is the exclusive North American licensee of Enforcer Systems, supporting every aspect of the security ecosystem to deliver, deploy and scale real-time fog defense across high-risk environments. The company is headquartered in Ancaster, Ontario, Canada. SIA spoke with Vladimir Dragovic, co-founder and CEO of Phantom Fog, about…
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Security Industry Association Names Erica McCann as Chair of SIA Government Relations Committee
Erica McCann of Amazon will lead the committee’s efforts to advise SIA members regarding policy affecting the security industry and make recommendations. SILVER SPRING, Md.— The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Erica McCann as chair of the SIA Government Relations Committee—an expert-led group that helps identify and advise SIA members regarding legislation, regulations and other policy trends…
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IEEPA Tariffs Repealed: What This Means for the Security Industry
On Feb. 20, 2026, the Supreme Court held in a vote of 6–3 that the president cannot use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to unilaterally impose tariffs without congressional approval, effectively striking down a wide swath of country-specific tariffs that have been imposed by the Trump administration using that justification. As a result…
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Security Industry Association Names Dan Merkle as 2026 SIA Committee Chair of the Year
Dan Merkle, chair of the SIA Artificial Intelligence Advisory Board, will be honored at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Dan Merkle as the 2026 recipient of the SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals for excellence in leading SIA committees and advancing member objectives.…
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Security Industry Association Announces 2026 “Essentials 4 Job Security” Giveback Initiative
Before and during ISC West, the SIA Women in Security Forum community asks the security industry to give back in support of Dress for Success Southern Nevada. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) community has kicked off the sixth annual Essentials 4 Job Security Giveback, a program coinciding with…
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Security Industry Association Names Amazon and YourSix as 2026 SIA Members of the Year
The two companies will be honored for their impressive leadership, engagement in SIA programs and contributions to the security industry at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that Amazon and YourSix will each receive a 2026 SIA Member of the Year Award. SIA will present the honorees…
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SIA New Member Profile: Gloocel Innovations
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Gloocel Innovations provides smart access for multi-residential and commercial buildings. The company is headquartered in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. SIA spoke with Steve Pineau, CEO of Gloocel, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company. Steve Pineau: Several years ago…
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Security Industry Association Announces Details for 2026 Perimeter PREVENT, Opens Call for Proposals
Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, will be held June 24 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced details for Perimeter PREVENT—the premier perimeter security event. This year’s event, which examines the critical issues related to perimeter defense for physical environments, will be held June 24 in Washington, D.C. Perimeter PREVENT—presented by…
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