October 2025

United Central Control (UCC) has announced that Sarah Salazar, UCC Account Executive and longtime industry leader, has been named the 2025 Texas Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (TBFAA) Person of the Year. Selected by the TBFAA President, Executive Director, and past recipients, Sarah was recognized by her peers for more than two decades of leadership, […]

When 9-1-1 Went Down, AMS Stepped Up

The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) announced today that it has launched ASAP (Automated Secure Alarm Protocol) Service, a digital alarm service that automates the exchange of alarm information between alarm-monitoring companies and emergency communications centers (ECCs). The service marks a significant milestone in HCSO’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety operations and support its emergency communications staff.

i-PRO Co., Ltd recently announced the launch of its i-PRO Security Radar, a new category of outdoor video monitoring devices, designed to enhance perimeter protection in mission-critical environments. Operating on advanced 60GHz millimeter wave technology, the Security Radar system supports integration with up to four AI-enabled i-PRO PTZ cameras to deliver precise detection and real-time visual tracking of people and vehicles. Covering a full 180° field of view, the radar maintains accuracy even in low-light or severe weather, ensuring reliable situational awareness.

Wavelynx announced the launch of its APEX Reader, a new RFID solution designed to modernize how organizations manage physical access.

OpenEye announced Location Arming, an intelligent video monitoring tool available in OpenEye Web Services (OWS).  Location Arming is designed to help businesses and organizations everywhere reduce false alarms, saving time and money by leveraging the armed state from connected sensors, third-party panels, or Virtual Arm/Disarm in OWS. The OWS alerting engine uses the armed state of locations to filter alerts and ensure you only get notified when it matters most to your business. 

Iris ID announced the release of the iCAM TD200, a next-generation handheld biometric camera designed to simultaneously capture dual iris and face images quickly and accurately in real-world and challenging environments. It combines portability, an intuitive interface, and powerful imaging capture in a lightweight form factor, making it ideal for identity programs and security applications worldwide delivering One Trusted Identity.   

ProdataKey (PDK) announced their latest advancement in PDK.io: a new billing dashboard, featuring its’ new and improved management tool that is now available to partners with one or multiple customers.