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Google, Amazon Smart Home ‘Monopoly Problem’ Attacked in Congress

Senate judiciary subcommittee anti-trust hearing warns Amazon and Google of their growing potential monopoly on the smart home space.

New Report From NFPA And Fire Protection Research

Much has changed in the nearly four decades since the America Burning report was issued in 1973 and revisited in 1980. The number of fires and fire deaths in the United States has reduced dramatically and that progress has unfortunately led to fire safety taking a back seat to other societal concerns that seem more pressing.

New Kidde Survey Shows Majority of Americans May Be Unprepared to Grill Safely This Summer

New Kidde Survey Shows Majority of Americans May Be Unprepared to Grill Safely This Summer. Leading fire safety manufacturer launches nationwide safety awareness campaign ahead of summer holidays ...

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Public Safety Updates GA: Gwinnett residents, business owners have until July 1 to ...6.15.21 – Gwinnett Daily ...

BUSINESS TIPS

The Value of Monitoring Centers During Hazardous Weather

(Image: ungvar/stock.adobe.com) 6.16.21 – SSI - Sarah Salazar Taking advantage of your monitoring center’s ...

Not Collecting Sales Tax on Service Agreements? Here’s How

Security dealers and custom integrators that offer remote systems management and other taxable services to out-of-state clients must collect sales tax.

Small Variables Can Cause High Risk in Power Tools

While it’s true that a properly cared-for power tool should provide years of trouble-free service, the key phrase is “properly cared for.” The Power Tool Institute recently warned users that even the smallest variable, such as introduction of a third-party battery, can substantially increase the risk of tool failure, fire damage, and even personal injury.

What You Need For Remote Work

Ed Mana from Technology On Demand shares tips and tricks for both remote work and hybrid work and avoiding Zoom fatigue.

5 tips to consider when buying cyber insurance

Understanding your risks and what’s required of the business by policy issuers is paramount

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FBI warns people and businesses in Arkansas to protect themselves from ransomware attacks

The FBI is warning people and businesses in Arkansas to protect themselves from ransomware attacks. ... “We're asking people to “think before you link”, if you are not expecting a link, don't click it, just delete it,” says Connor Hagan, with the FBI in Little Rock.

Crime falls during pandemic but Honolulu police, officials expect a surge as restrictions continue to ease

…said Nicholas Schlapak, a patrol officer and Honolulu chapter chair of the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers union. “Invest in a good home surveillance or alarm/security system.

Lawmakers end COVID emergency in Kansas; Kelly wanted it extended through July

Lawmakers end COVID emergency in Kansas; Kelly wanted it extended through July ... leaders to sign off on an extension, and Masterson's announcement ... to keep the state of emergency in place until the end of August.

Louisiana Legislative Session 2021: Winners and Losers

Here's who benefitted -- and who didn't do well -- during the Louisiana Legislature's 2021 legislative session.

Maryland to lift most COVID restrictions, including mask requirements, on July 1, as statewide case numbers decline

Maryland to lift most COVID restrictions, including mask requirements, on July 1, as statewide case numbers decline. Maryland will end its coronavirus state of emergency July 1, closing an intense 15-month chapter in the state's history in which nearly 9,500 people died.

Mississippi coast city may install cameras to curb crime

A Mississippi coast city is considering installing surveillance cameras on its properties in an effort to decrease crime. “The thought is the cameras will catch people who vandalize city parks, the lighthouse and other public properties,” Waveland Mayor Mike Smith told WLOX-TV.

Oklahoma’s economy roaring back as hospitality industry faces critical worker shortage

As Oklahoma’s economy roars back to life, the hospitality industry is facing a new challenge. Restaurants and hotels are struggling to find workers willing to work at their businesses. They say the critical shortage is causing many to not operate at full capacity.

TDI adopts rule on proof of fire protection license

The Texas Department of Insurance has adopted a rule that Allows fire protection licensees to prove licensure on a mobile device and means other than a paper license.