IntelligentSIA: The Top 12 Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in October 2024

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: Advancis, Harden Architectural Security Products, IndustrialEnet, Integrated Openings Solutions, ParSecurity and Raven Tech. Thanks for your…

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Video: Legal Insights Into Audio Use in Security Applications

The Security Industry Association (SIA) Audio & Intelligent Communications Subcommittee presents the third in a series of video conversations highlighting key topics in the Safe and Sound primer on audio and intelligent communications applications for security. Brennen Ian Hernandez, marketing communications manager at Louroe Electronics, and Cameron Javdani, president of SoundSecure, share valuable insights on legal and privacy considerations, where…

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SIA New Member Profile: AiDANT Intelligent Technology

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member AiDANT Intelligent Technology is a computer vision software company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI). The company is headquartered in Richmond, Canada.    SIA spoke with Roger Milford, CEO of AiDANT Intelligent Technology, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.…

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Some Cities Are Requiring Alarm Verification for Response – What It Means for the Security Industry

The Seattle, Washington, Police Department recently released a letter notifying stakeholders of an abrupt decision to stop responding to most security alarms, effective as of Oct. 1, 2024. This news has prompted many recent inquiries from Security Industry Association (SIA) members. The policy, known as verified response, requires audio, video or human verification of a…

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Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology Go Into Effect: Key Provisions of Maryland’s New Law

The only U.S. state to pass legislation specifically addressing facial recognition technology this year, Maryland’s new law was signed by Gov. Wes Moore on May 26, 2024, and went into effect on Oct. 1. The measure establishes uniform statewide standards applicable to any state or local agency that uses facial recognition technology in criminal investigations.…

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Make This October Count by Focusing on Cybersecurity

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board members John Gallagher – vice president at Viakoo – and Min Kyriannis – CEO of Amyna Systems – learn…

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SIA New Member Profile: SIGemea

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member SIGemea (Security Integrators Group) offers comprehensive security solutions tailored to the unique needs of the European market. The company is headquartered in Warmond, the Netherlands, manages projects across the European continent and has team members operating in multiple countries. SIA spoke with Edward van den Berg, CEO of SIGemea,…

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