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SIA New Member Profile: Security Technologies Inc.

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New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Security Technologies Inc. STI) provides cutting-edge electronic security services for businesses. SIA spoke with Taylor Meacham, director of business operations at STI, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.

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Maryland Set to Enact Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology

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. – On April 8, 2024, during its last day of regular session, the Maryland General Assembly unanimously passed House Bill 338 / Senate Bill 182 to regulate the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement across the state, which will now be sent to Gov. Wes Moore for his signature.

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U.S. House Passes Bill to Requiring FCC to Limit New Authorizations for Chinese Equipment, Prohibit Revocation

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3919 , the Secure Equipment Act of 2021, which now awaits further action in the U.S. would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to adopt rules prohibiting “equipment authorization” for certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance equipment. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R.

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Security Industry Association Files Amicus Brief in Key BIPA Case

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At the end of August 2023, the Security Industry Association (SIA) filed an amicus curie (“friend of the court”) brief in support of a U.S. Implementing BIPA-compliant security-related applications of biometric technologies, already difficult in Illinois, could become impossible. Read SIA’s brief here.

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SIA New Member Profile: LONG Building Technologies

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New Security Industry Association (SIA) member LONG Building Technologies combines building automation, HVAC equipment, HVAC service, security solutions and parts to provide a simple solution for maximum building performance and peace of mind. What solutions/services does your business offer in the security industry?

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Three Reasons Why Camera Analytics Will Catapult Security Technology in 2023

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In physical security and video surveillance it’s talked about but hasn’t become as mainstream… yet! Companies Are Looking to Become More Efficient in Their Security Operations Talent shortages for security personnel, tighter budgets and increasing footprint of cameras mean there’s a lot more ground to cover but with fewer resources to do so.

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Using Technology to Bring Employees Back Safely: Touchless Access Control and Other Solutions Enhance Both Security and Health

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That is why organizations must adapt to new workspace requirements, ensuring compliance with COVID-19 guidelines and leveraging technology to ensure safety. Simply put, companies can leverage digital tools and novel technologies to create a safe back-to-work strategy as employees return to the workplace in 2022. Here’s how.