Save the Date: ESG Week Virtual Symposium Sept. 9-11, 2025
Event to explore how security industry can contribute to and is adopting environment, social, governance and sustainability initiatives; call for speakers now open! Save the dates! Put a hold on your calendar for Sept. 9-11, 2025, for three powerful sessions of dialogue and discovery at the ESG Week Virtual Symposium. This free and open-to-all event…
Keep Reading »The Power of Apprenticeship: Building a Stronger, More Inclusive Security Industry
As the security industry continues to expand and evolve at the pace of change with new technologies and increased demand for services, the need for well-trained, adaptable and diverse talent has never been more urgent. Apprenticeships offer a powerful solution to this demand – not just by filling the skills gap, but also by transforming…
Keep Reading »IntelligentSIA: 10 Top Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in July 2025
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: Avexon, Fairmont Consulting Group, Global Security Solutions, Ilitch Holdings, Koch Matador Corporate Security, Matrix Comsec, Southern…
Keep Reading »Sustainability Concepts Defined
Sustainability is a concept influencing future developments; however, some of its terminology can be confusing or misused, which can result in misunderstandings. Whether you are a business aiming to make genuine efforts or an individual wanting to make informed decisions, understanding these nine terms is essential. 1. Offsets – a Complement, Not a Solution Offsets…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Mitigation Assessor
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Mitigation Assessor is a security consulting firm that specializes in identifying vulnerabilities, developing tailored mitigation strategies and enhancing the overall security posture of organizations across diverse industries. The company, certified as a veteran-owned (VOSB) and economically disadvantaged woman-owned (EDWOSB) small business by the Small Business Administration, is headquartered in…
Keep Reading »Why Veterans Are a Perfect Fit for the Security Industry
In today’s rapidly evolving security landscape, organizations are under increasing pressure to protect people, property and information. As threats become more sophisticated, the demand for highly skilled, disciplined and reliable security professionals has never been greater. One often overlooked talent pool that offers a wealth of experience and capability is military veterans. With their unique…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Cambridge Terahertz
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Cambridge Terahertz uses terahertz wave technology to democratize airport-grade security and loss prevention technology. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. SIA spoke with Kittur Nagesh, chief product officer of Cambridge Terahertz, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.…
Keep Reading »Generative AI vs. CNN-Based Low-Light Enhancement: Why Preserving Original Video Integrity Matters
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence-powered imaging, it’s easy to conflate all “AI enhancement” with generative methods. But when it comes to critical applications like surveillance, the distinction between generative and nongenerative AI, convolutional neural network (CNN)-based enhancement is not just technical, it is fundamental to trust, integrity and evidence reliability. Surveillance cameras…
Keep Reading »False Alarm Fine Relief: New York Enacts Legislation Ensuring Only Those Who Set Off False Alarms Get Fined
Updated Dec. 8, 2025 Alarm companies who work within the state of New York will be able to take sighs of relief with the enactment of new legislation, A.3343/S.4328, which passed the New York State Legislature before it adjourned on June 12, 2025, and was later signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Dec. 5. Some…
Keep Reading »Groundbreaking Texas AI Law Also Brings Needed Clarity on Use of Biometric Technologies for Security
Updated Oct. 30, 2025 On June 22, 2025, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law H.B. 149, the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRIAGA), which is effective beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Despite a hodgepodge of state measures aimed at regulating AI introduced across dozens of states in 2024 and 2025, Texas is only the…
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