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2012 Cyber Security Predictions

With all of the crazy 2011 security breaches, exploits and notorious hacks, what can we expect for 2012?

Importance of Mobile Online Safety as More Americans Shop From Smartphones This Holiday Season

With the approach of the holiday shopping season and Cyber Monday, a new survey released this week demonstrates the importance of mobile online safety as more businesses and consumers are taking part in digital shopping via smartphones.

Quantum Secure Deploys SAFE Physical Identity and Access Management Solution for Jersey Shore

With SAFE, Cape May County has simplified the management of their physical access process by automating key manual processes regarding access credential issuance, access privilege assignment and visitor identity management across their physical access control systems.

Dublin McDonald's is Lovin' it with IQinVision Megapixel Technology

A McDonald’s 24-hour drive-thru restaurant in Dublin, Ireland, has deployed IQinVision HD megapixel cameras to improve safety and operations.

Arecont Cameras Elevate Surveillance Quality for New Jersey Healthcare Provider

Virtua Healthcare System, a comprehensive multi-hospital healthcare system headquartered in Marlton, N.J., has recently upgraded its video surveillance system to an IP-based network complete with Arecont Vision IP megapixel cameras.

The City of Calgary Enjoys a New Light Rail System with Genetec Video Surveillance

As Calgary's transportation system welcomes a new light rail, the city also amps up its security surveillance.

Habitat for Humanity Build Monitored Live with IQinVision Megapixel Technology

Habitat for Humanity, known for building homes for families in need, started construction on another Habitat family home—but not just any home. West Pasco Habitat for Humanity decided to document one build along the Florida Gulf Coast for its unique sustainable features. IQinVision HD megapixel IP cameras will stream the home construction taking place in New Port Richey, Fla.

Software Keeps Sensitive Data Confined in Physical Space (With Video)

In a breakthrough that could aid spies, keepers of medical records and parents who want to prevent their kids from "sexting," a team of Virginia Tech researchers has created software to remotely put smart phones under lockdown.

Securing Corporate Documents

For many businesses, maintaining a competitive edge requires a collaborative line of communication, but sharing highly sensitive documents without the proper security can be dangerous if the information falls into the wrong hands

Siemens Clery Report Reveals Community Colleges Lack Integrated Mass Notification Systems

According to a recent study of Clery Act reports by Siemens Building Technologies division, analysis revealed that among institutions of higher learning, community colleges were least likely to have the integrated, multi-modal systems necessary to quickly reach the largest number of people when crisis strikes.

MOBOTIX Equips Greenpoint Reformed Church with Megapixel Surveillance Solutions

MOBOTIX donates IP-based cameras to a North Carolina community church.

Georgia Tech Releases Cyber Threats Forecast for 2012

The year ahead will feature new and increasingly sophisticated means to capture and exploit user data, as well as escalating battles over the control of online information that threatens to compromise content and erode public trust and privacy.

Arecont Vision Cameras Protect Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club

In a lush hilltop setting in an affluent suburb of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 1.3 and 3 megapixel video cameras from Arecont Vision provide surveillance at the expansive Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club (KLGCC). The club, which offers a choice of two 18-hole courses, is the site of numerous international championships and hosts more than 100,000 rounds of golf a year.

Why Identity is the Key

Why Identity is the Key

Employee, guest and device policy management and control

Most experts believe that allowing employees to use devices they are comfortable with boosts their productivity and helps reduce extraneous corporate expenses.