Archive for May 2026
Safer Cities, Stronger Economies
Proactive security is now a leadership decision At night, cities become quiet. Parks close their gates. Lights come on. Street activity slows. Public spaces pause until morning. It’s a rhythm we often take for granted, but it reflects something important. The expectation that what belongs to the community will still be there tomorrow, intact and…
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Security Industry Association Announces Keynote, Agenda and Speakers for Perimeter PREVENT 2026
Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, will take place June 24 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 Perimeter PREVENT, the premier event in perimeter security. This symposium—held June 24 in Washington, D.C., and presented by SIA with guidance from the SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee—will…
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SIA New Member Profile: SS8 Networks
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member SS8 Networks delivers lawful and location intelligence solutions that empower government agencies and communications providers to extract, analyze and visualize critical data to keep societies safer. The company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in the United States (Herndon, Virginia), Canada and the United Kingdom. SIA spoke…
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“Seeing Is Believing”—If You’re Allowed to Watch
A 59-Second Video Is Not a Coexistence Study NextNav published a blog post on May 5, 2026, titled “Seeing Is Believing: NextNav Demonstrates 5G and RFID Coexistence in the Lower 900 MHz Band.” The company filmed engineers on a San Jose, California, rooftop on May 4, waved an RFID reader near one of its base…
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IntelligentSIA, May 2026 Edition: The Top 12 Benefits, Events and Opportunities for Members This Month
Hey, SIA members! Here are the top things you need to know about our latest activities and resources, upcoming events and opportunities and more. Welcome, New Members! The Security Industry Association (SIA) would like to welcome its newest members: Convoy Group, Fortress Perimeter Solutions, Georgetown Protective Services, Global Pop, Hexlox, ICS Security Solutions, IMEROPEX, Island…
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Protecting the Lower 900MHz Band: What the Security Industry Needs to Know
A proposal currently before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) could put billions of devices at risk—from home alarm systems to carbon monoxide detectors to public safety communications. On May 11, 2026, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted a webinar to brief industry stakeholders on the potential impact and what’s being done to push back. VIDEO:…
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Securing the Big Stage: Key Takeaways From SIA’s 2026 Vertical Insights Stadium Security Symposium
As the United States prepares to host some of the largest sporting and cultural events in its history—including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, America 250 celebrations and 2028 Summer Olympics—stadium security professionals are working overtime to stay ahead of an increasingly complex threat landscape. The Security Industry Association (SIA) convened a timely Vertical Insights Stadium…
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A Partnership Formed Early: A Mother–Daughter Story From Karen Roselli and Katie Bigelow
In celebration of Mother’s Day 2026, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum is proud to spotlight the unique stories of mothers and daughters who have both built careers in the security industry. These stories highlight not only the evolution of the field, but also the powerful influence of mentorship, representation and shared passion across…
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2026 Security LeadHER Program to Advance, Connect and Empower Women in Security
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association bring the landmark gathering to Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 15–16 ALEXANDRIA, Va./SILVER SPRING, Md.—ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA)—the leading membership associations for the security industry—have announced the 2026 agenda and speaker lineup for Security LeadHER, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security…
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The Room Where It Happens
A few key steps can increase security leaders’ influence during acquisitions Acquisitions are often billed as moments of bold opportunity. For senior executives and boards, these deals are about accelerating growth, unlocking synergies and strengthening competitive advantage. But for the teams responsible for making operations run safely and smoothly—including physical security —acquisitions can feel like…
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