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Security Industry Association and International Biometrics + Identity Association Oppose Adding Extraneous Prohibitions on TSA Use of Facial Biometrics in Potential FAA Measure

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The Security Industry Association (SIA) and the International Biometrics + Identity Association (IBIA) have urged Congress to oppose inclusion in the FAA Reauthorization measure of an extraneous provision seeking to prohibit the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from using facial recognition technology. SILVER SPRING, Md. –

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Security Industry Association Names Wayne Dorris as SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board Chair

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The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Wayne Dorris of Axis Communications to serve as the new chair of SIA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Board. Wayne’s cybersecurity and industry expertise will provide immense value to the CAB’s efforts to help SIA improve the cyber-resiliency of the physical security industry.

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The FCC’s “U.S. Cyber Trust Mark” Proposal: What It Means for the Security Industry

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Under the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) subsequently published in August, the new program would be administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), operational as early as late 2024 and intended for consumer devices such as smart TVs, smart fitness trackers, smart home systems and more. the Internet of Things, or IoT).

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Security Industry Association Names Dan Cremins as Built Environment Advisory Board Chair

Security Industry Association

Dan Cremins, senior business development manager at Delta Electronics, will spearhead the advisory board’s efforts to foster engagement between the proptech community and the global security industry. Cremins has over 31 years of experience in the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. –

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New Course Coming Soon: Learn How to Apply for and Win Grants for Security Projects

Security Industry Association

This fall, the Security Industry Association (SIA) is launching the first-ever industry training program designed to help security businesses take advantage of government funding opportunities. Gain insights on preplanning and application development, as well as post-award obligations and reporting requirements.

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Guest Post: Security Installations in a Wireless World

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Wesco’s Bill Geary Discusses How Smart Buildings Demand a Future-Ready Infrastructure Bill Geary is executive vice president and general manager, communications and security solutions at Wesco. The Communications Cable and Connectivity Association recently published a white paper on the need to measure beyond-standards performance.

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Security Industry Association Creates New and Updated Government Relations Guides for SIA Members   

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New SIA publications offer a state-by-state reference guide to biometric information privacy legislation, key information on federal grants that can be used for funding of security projects, a guide to facial recognition laws and important details on school security funding and cannabis security requirements.