Princeton Identity Inc. announced an agreement to license their patented iris recognition technology to Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. for use in the new Samsung Galaxy Note 7 and other mobile devices.

March Networks and AMAG Technology announced the certified integration of the March Networks Command Enterprise video management solution with AMAG’s Symmetry Access Control system.

Giant Gray Inc., a company that develops multi-sensor, artificial cognitive neurolinguistics software designed for businesses and government agencies across complex, large physical environments, is bringing its new products to market under the Giant Gray brand.

There are two major articles in this issue of SDM that stand out for the positive news they offer the industry and, perhaps more importantly, for conveying the idea that fire alarm technology is indeed starting to change — and that is welcome news.

Personal emergency response systems (PERS) traditionally have worked only in a user’s home, enabling users to summon help with the push of a button — typically on a pendant that the user wears. But recent years have seen the introduction of mobile PERS offerings (mPERS) that can work outside the home using cellular service for communications to the central station.

Among many factors, there are two main truths that drive the security industry. First, security is critical given that its main function is to protect people, facilities and assets.

The bunker in Bucktown is becoming inundated with Wi-Fi devices. As I attempt to count up the number of devices competing for my wireless connectivity, I believe I have about 11 devices that are banging through my airwaves most of the day.

SmartCode wireless deadbolt locks, with Home Connect technology, are now compatible with Legrand’s Intuity home automation platform, part of the On-Q line.