Find articles published in the SIA Technology Insights journal, a twice-annual journal focusing on emerging security technologies, and authored by SIA members.

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Speeding Response When Shots Are Fired

Combining acoustic and infrared detection systems boosts accuracy and effectiveness Gun-related violence continues to affect communities across the United States, with 2024 averaging more than one mass shooting per day. As a result, protecting people in outdoor public spaces, such as parking lots, shopping centers, corporate campuses and stadiums, has become a growing priority for…

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Minimizing Disruption, Maximizing Learning

How advanced security solutions empower schools to focus on their core mission In today’s educational landscape, the safety of students, staff and faculty is key. But this should never come at the cost of disrupting the true purpose of schools: learning. K–12 establishments are adopting innovative security solutions that work seamlessly behind the scenes, ensuring…

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Improving Visibility While Preserving Video Integrity

CNN-based low-light enhancement avoids the pitfalls of generative artificial intelligence In the rapidly evolving world of AI-powered imaging, it is easy to conflate all “AI enhancement” with generative methods. But when it comes to critical applications like surveillance, the distinction between generative and nongenerative artificial intelligence, convolutional neural network (CNN)-based enhancement is not just technical,…

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Integration by Design

Security Should Fit Seamlessly Into Modern Buildings As safety concerns rise in public and commercial spaces, a key question emerges: How do you secure a building without making everyone inside feel that they are in danger? Traditional security measures like reinforced bars, electronic turnstiles and metal detectors can be jarring. They may provide physical protection,…

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