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FEATURED ARTICLES

Security cameras and alarms effective at deterring burglars, say burglars

KGW-TV asked 86 inmates convicted of burglary what would make them more likely to rob a home, and which things would deter them

FCC Opens Entire 6-GHz Band to Very-Low-Power Device Operations

The FCC has unanimously adopted new rules to expand very-low-power device operations across all 1,200 megahertz of the 6-GHz band alongside other unlicensed and Wi-Fi-enabled devices.

PureTech Systems announces launch of nuisance alarm filter solution PurifAI

PurifAI only forwards auto-verified alarms that pass its AI filtering to central monitoring software to eliminate false alarms.

How AI, Security, Inclusion Redefined Government in 2024

In a pivotal year, governments enacted AI laws, strengthened defenses, bridged the broadband gap, and prioritized accessible, user-friendly digital services.

BUSINESS TIPS

Monitoring Matters: Looking Back on a Robust 2024 of Leveraging Technology

Artificial intelligence, more commonly known as AI, has to be one of the most, if not the most, overstated phrases of 2024. However, as I will briefly outline, AI is real and, when leveraged responsibly by credible platforms, delivers tremendous value.

Solutions for dark and distant areas: Extending the reach of remote video guarding

Explore how thermal AI cameras complement visible AI cameras to overcome distance and lighting challenges, providing comprehensive and cost-effective remote video guarding solutions.

Bosch sells security and communications technology business to Triton Partners

Bosch completed the sale of its entire Building Technologies division — which includes three business units: video systems, access and intrusion solutions, and communication technologies — to Triton Partners.

Man running from police tries to make Santa-like escape but gets stuck in chimney

A Massachusetts man has been arrested after getting stuck in a chimney while trying to hide from police.

STATE NEWS

Arkansas

2024 Legislative Year in Review

As 2024 draws to a close, members of the Arkansas House of Representatives are proud to reflect on the significant accomplishments and progress made this year. It has been a year of meaningful legislative achievements that directly benefit the people of Arkansas.

Maryland

New Maryland laws going into effect Jan. 1, 2025

As we transition to a new year, Marylanders can expect to see some changes across the state. On Jan. 1, several new laws will go into effect in Maryland. DC News Now has compiled a list of a few that will be enacted in the coming year.

Kansas

Kansas Legislature gets leadership set ahead of 2025 session

Leadership elections for the next Kansas Legislature are complete, with Republicans growing their supermajority.

Oklahoma

Workforce issues remain priority for State Chamber

The chamber will also advocate for work-based learning, child care tax incentives for employers and changes to the state's A-F Report Card system to focus on improved career readiness for K-12 students and schools in 2025. Legal reform will be another top priority for the chamber in 2025.

Louisiana

LLSSA Donates 2 K-9 Trauma kits to the Kenner PD

At their Annual Convention last month, the Louisiana Life Safety and Security Association (LLSSA) donated two K-9 Trauma kits to the Kenner K9 Division of the Police Department.

Texas

Texas leads nation in riskiest states for porch piracy, report finds

In a study conducted by The Action Network, Texas has been identified as the state with the highest risk of porch piracy, with a 29.8% probability of package theft.