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SecurityNet Announces Four New Members

July 15, 2008

SecurityNet, an international network of leading independent system integrators offering clients a single, responsible source for meeting all electronic security needs, recently announced the addition of four new members.


Researchers Designing Ventilation System To Protect Buildings From Chemical Warfare, Bioterrorist Attacks

July 14, 2008

Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) in Canada have opened a new engineering lab to design a ventilation system that could protect schools, hospitals, and other public buildings from chemical warfare and bioterrorist attacks.


Survey: Companies Struggling To Keep Up With Information Privacy Laws

July 14, 2008

When it comes to shredding sensitive business documents, leaders of some of America's largest companies are devoting more attention and more money to keeping information safe. But despite the extra effort, many admit unfamiliarity with key federal and state laws governing information privacy, leaving them vulnerable to fines and identity theft.


Canadian Driver’s License Authority Uses Biometrics To Screen Applicants

July 14, 2008

Digimarc Corp. recently announced that Manitoba Public Insurance has chosen Digimarc’s Facial Recognition Solution (FRS) to help screen applicants for driver’s licenses -- including its new Enhanced Driver’s License, a WHTI compliant travel document that will provide a convenient alternative to the passport for entering the U.S. at land and water border crossings.


Healthcare Data Security In Need Of Care

By Sharon J. Watson · July 11, 2008

Data breaches often grab headlines, highlighting the fact that healthcare providers maintain data ranging from credit card numbers to a person’s most intimate health details.Yet while it may seem obvious such sensitive data should be treated with the highest levels of physical and virtual protection, many healthcare providers fail to do so.


Shopping Center CCTV System Transformed With IP Video

July 11, 2008

IP video technology is providing a new state-of-the-art digital CCTV system for Wythenshawe Shopping Center in the south of Manchester, UK.


Study: Data Leaks Becoming Major Concern For Companies

July 11, 2008

Trend Micro Inc. recently reported that data leaks are becoming a leading source of headaches for U.S., U.K., German and Japanese companies, according to the results of a study that explores corporate computer users' perceptions of and experiences with security threats.


Biometrics Help Bring Banking Services To New Population Segment In India

By Brent Dirks · July 10, 2008

Expanding its customer base posed a unique challenge for Indian Bank. But thanks to a biometric solution from Diebold, the company is now reaching a once underserved population.


Wireless Mesh System To Be Deployed For Video Surveillance, Communications At Beijing Olympics

July 10, 2008

Strix Systems recently announced that its Access/One Outdoor Wireless Systems and integrated high performance Personal Mobile Command communication systems are being deployed for emergency response vehicles and tactical mobile communications for public safety at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.


Pelco Announced As Platinum Sponsor Of World Game Protection Conference

July 10, 2008

Pelco was recently announced as the top sponsor of the World Game Protection Conference, an international conference and exhibition dedicated entirely to casino game protection.


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