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ROCKVILLE, Md.— Origin AI , an AI-enabled Wi-Fi Sensing technology development company, has announced the launch of TruShield Security. The Mid-Atlantic company states that its latest solution is a next-generation home security solution that uses advanced Wi-Fi Sensing technologies to transform existing Wi-Fi networks, standard home routers and IoT devices into security systems without requiring additional equipment or installations. “TruShield Security sets a new standard for DIY home security by eliminating the need for costly and wasteful hardware,” says Spencer Maid, CEO of Origin AI . “We’re empowering Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to offer their customers unparalleled security that integrates seamlessly with current setups, creating new revenue-generating products while reducing churn.” TruShield is Easy to Setup and Deploy The company explains that its new security solution responds to evolving end-user customer demands and the home industry’s shift towards integrated, ...

The latest entry in our 2025 Security Industry Predictions series is Elizabeth Parks, president and chief marketing officer at Parks Associates, which produces research about what’s going on in the physical security world and beyond. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Elizabeth Parks: Wearables is a growth market increasingly led by its new services and subscriptions ecosystem. Consumer adoption of wearables has hit an all-time high, with nearly half of US internet households owning one or more smart watch or fitness trackers. Device makers must carefully evaluate their next strategies – to widen appeal and break into the remaining untapped market, or to hone in on existing users with advanced features and functionalities. Current adopters...

IRVINE, Calif.  — Global security and facility services provider Allied Universal today announces its acquisition of Unified Command, an event safety and security technology provider. Specializing in event surveillance video, command center operations and situational awareness services, the addition of Unified Command “supports Allied Universal’s growth strategy to become the most technologically advanced security services provider in the world,” according to a joint announcement. “It’s an exciting time for Allied Universal and this acquisition marks a significant milestone in expanding our technology-enabled growth strategy,” says Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal, in the announcement. “We are pleased to have Unified Command join our team and play an integral role in the company’s evolution.” Why Allied Universal Acquired Unified Command Members of Unified Command’s team will join the Allied Universal management team including founder and CEO Chad Lado...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Fire, life safety and security industry-focused buy-and-build platform  RapidFire Safety & Security today announces the acquisition of National Security Electronics, a full-service security systems integrator based in Santa Ana, Calif. The acquisition of National Security Electronics is number 14 for RapidFire and their fifth in southern California, according to the joint announcement. The move “underscores RapidFire’s commitment to expanding its footprint and service offerings to better serve communities across the region, cementing them as a world-class curator of people-centric, family-built businesses in the fire safety and security sector,” the announcement says. Why RapidFire Acquired National Security Electronics National Security Electronics has been a full-service security partner since 2014 with more than 100 years of combined industry experience. NSE “has a reputation for delivering innovative security solutions while maintaining the highest s...

Our 2025 Security Industry Predictions series continues with John Nemerofsky, chief operating officer of SAGE Integration and board member of several security-focused organizations, including the Security Industry Association, Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) and Mission 500. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. John Nemerofsky: I believe that the continued migration to cloud and managed services is likely to be a significant growth driver for security systems integrators and dealers in 2025. This trend is fueled by several factors: Scalability and flexibility : Cloud-based solutions offer businesses the ability to scale services up or down as needed, which aligns with evolving security requirements. Recurring revenue models ...

If you’re an electronic security dealer or integrator, the chances are pretty good that you know all about the SAMMY Awards and their value. Now in their 30th year, the SAMMYs — short for the Sales & Marketing Awards — are among the most prestigious honors that a security systems company can earn. When a dealer or an integrator wins a SAMMY Award, it attests to their exceptional expertise in creating sales and marketing materials, executing business best practices and delivering outstanding installations. Security Sales & Integration  bestows the SAMMY Awards annually during ISC West, scheduled for March 31-April 4, 2025, in Las Vegas. The program represents a prime opportunity to stand out among your peers and enjoy a well-deserved moment in the sun. But receiving accolades during the ceremony at the Venetian Expo is just the start of the perks! SAMMY winners also get a majestic SAMMY trophy, as well as extensive coverage on SecuritySales.com and in CI + SSI.  In...

GERLINGEN, Germany—The newly announced collaboration of Bosch and Genetec will provide greater benefits to customers with direct-to-cloud integration of Bosch cameras with Genetec Security Center SaaS ,  as well as new intelligent detection and enhanced search capabilities available through Genetec Cloudlink cloud-managed appliance connections. Available with camera firmware release 9.40, customers choosing Genetec Security Center SaaS gain support for Bosch application-specific artificial intelligence (AI) offerings to detect and classify objects, including firearms, persons or vehicles, increase the granularity of metadata to enable faster searches for video evidence, and more. “With a commitment to partnership that continues to bring greater value to the industry, we are focused on delivering new capabilities for our mutual customers to leverage the visual intelligence features of Bosch cameras,” says Chuck O’Leary, vice president of sales – video systems and solutions in Nor...