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Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
10 hours ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Tesco security guard left with lasting vision impairment after brutal east London store attack

Police seek help identifying a man after a violent Boxing Day attack left a security guard with a serious eye injury.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Beyond the Certificate: Why Real Expertise in Investigative Interviewing Comes from Practice

Training and certifications signal competence, but true effectiveness in investigative interviewing requires disciplined application and real-world experience.
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 days ago

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

Officers responding to the scene found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head and an 18-year-old woman with gunshot wounds to the head and chest.
New York City
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
6 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I took off my headphones and noticed a stranger in peril

Wearing headphones isolates individuals from their surroundings, while being present enhances awareness and engagement with the world.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Podcast
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

What Does It Take to Be an Outstanding CSO or CISO?

Outstanding security leaders often come from non-traditional backgrounds, with 40% of recent CSO-CISO Hall of Fame honorees starting in the private sector.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Cops with patrol rifles to be stationed at key locations in Toronto, police create new counter-terrorism unit | CBC News

Toronto police are establishing a counter-terrorism unit and task force to enhance security against extremism and terrorism in the city.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
Privacy professionals
fromMedCity News
2 weeks ago

The Evolving Landscape of Privacy and Cybersecurity: Essential Strategies for Legal and Compliance Professionals - MedCity News

Organizations must combine strong controls with comprehensive employee training and accountability culture to effectively protect sensitive data and comply with evolving privacy laws.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

How to Grow Your Cybersecurity Skills, According to Experts

Cybersecurity leaders are innovating and evolving their careers through education, soft skills, networking, and unique paths for professional growth.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Taming the Threat Beast: Building a Threat-Led Cybersecurity Program

Cybersecurity practitioners face data overload, struggling to extract meaningful insights while focusing on relevant threats to reduce business risk.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
3 weeks ago

Debate grows over NYPD's Strategic Response Group after attempted terrorism attack near Gracie Mansion

A failed bomb attack near Gracie Mansion intensifies debate over the NYPD's Strategic Response Group, with Mayor Mamdani maintaining his position to disband the unit despite the terrorism threat.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Security Team Member Dies in Standoff with Dallas Police

Robinson's true identity was revealed after the Irving police released a bulletin for a car with stolen government plates. A Dallas officer noticed the vehicle in question while working a security job with Robinson six months prior. Dallas police attempted to pull Robinson over on Mar. 11, and Robinson fled before being rediscovered in a hospital parking garage.
US politics
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
#police-shooting
Boston
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US officer having a mild anxiety attack' took ambulance meant for man shot by police

A shooting victim in Connecticut died after a 10-minute ambulance delay when the first arriving ambulance was diverted to transport a police officer experiencing anxiety symptoms instead of the critically injured man.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US news

Police officers shot a man in the back, then a cop took the first ambulance because of a 'mild anxiety attack' | Fortune

Boston
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US officer having a mild anxiety attack' took ambulance meant for man shot by police

A shooting victim in Connecticut died after a 10-minute ambulance delay when the first arriving ambulance was diverted to transport a police officer experiencing anxiety symptoms instead of the critically injured man.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US news

Police officers shot a man in the back, then a cop took the first ambulance because of a 'mild anxiety attack' | Fortune

#physical-security
London politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Major security alert after delivery driver threatened at gunpoint to drive vehicle with object inside to PSNI station

A delivery driver was threatened at gunpoint, leading to a major security alert in Lurgan, Co Armagh.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Editorial | NYC makes its own luck with a strong NYPD counterterrorism unit | amNewYork

Two bombs at Gracie Mansion failed to detonate, narrowly preventing mass casualties; robust NYPD counterterrorism funding and staffing remain essential amid escalating Iran tensions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Divert, turn back or fly around: what it's like to be a pilot when missiles start crossing your flight path

You're stuck in that airplane until you land safely, the veteran Australian pilot says. Amid the expanding war in Iran with missiles piercing the skies over the Middle East pilots' regimented routes have been thrown into chaos. They've been forced to turn planes around mid-flight or squeeze into narrowing air corridors, with hundreds of lives in their hands.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Man taken into custody after driving van into security gate outside White House, authorities say

A man was taken into custody on Wednesday after driving his van into a security barrier outside the White House, authorities said. The Secret Service said the man crashed into the temporary security barrier just before 6:30 a.m. He was immediately arrested by officers from the Secret Service's uniformed division.
Washington DC
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
3 weeks ago

Mayor Karen Bass beefs up LAPD presence in DTLA after violent mob takes over luxury apartments

Los Angeles will deploy increased police presence downtown with zero tolerance for street takeovers following a chaotic incident at a luxury apartment building.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

CISA Flags Critical PTC Vulnerability That Had German Police Mobilized

CISA warns of a critical vulnerability in PTC's Windchill software, with potential for exploitation despite no current evidence of attacks.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope in Hostage-Taking and Kidnapping Incidents

Narratives shape how people process trauma and build resilience, while uncertainty from wrongful detention creates profound psychological strain that unfolds silently within families.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Heads Down! Hands Up!' Passengers Capture Scary Moment Feds Storm Plane to Deal With Possible Security Matter'

Southwest Flight 2094 made an emergency landing in Atlanta after a possible security matter, with federal officers and police boarding to detain a passenger amid reports of a bomb threat.
#ai-cybersecurity
Information security
fromZDNET
1 week ago

1 in 2 security leaders say they're not ready for AI attacks - 4 actions to take now

AI-powered cybercrime is a significant and growing threat to businesses, with many feeling unprotected.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

The biggest AI threats come from within - 12 ways to defend your organization

AI simultaneously strengthens cybersecurity defenses and empowers cybercriminals, creating an ongoing arms race between defenders and attackers.
Information security
fromZDNET
1 week ago

1 in 2 security leaders say they're not ready for AI attacks - 4 actions to take now

AI-powered cybercrime is a significant and growing threat to businesses, with many feeling unprotected.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

The biggest AI threats come from within - 12 ways to defend your organization

#crisis-intervention
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Information security
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

How to build an effective employee phishing training program in 2026

Effective employee phishing training programs focus on behavior change and continuous education to reduce security risks and improve reporting rates.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Why Security Culture Metrics Matter More Than Dashboards

Traditional cybersecurity metrics create false confidence by masking hidden risks; culture metrics measuring employee engagement and responsiveness are essential for actual security effectiveness.
#home-security
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Firearms That Required Extensive Training to Use Effectively

Military history is filled with firearms that looked formidable on paper but proved far less impressive in the hands of average troops. In many cases, the issue was not flawed engineering, but unrealistic assumptions about training and doctrine. Some weapons were built with elite users in mind, soldiers who could manage the weapon and tactical nuance at a level most forces never reached.
History
Wellness
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF

Free one-hour empowerment self-defense class in San Francisco teaching situational awareness, de-escalation, congruent body language, verbal skills, and two simple physical techniques; RSVP required.
Information security
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

Manage attack infrastructure? AI agents can now help

AI agents enable cybercriminals and nation-state hackers to automate reconnaissance, infrastructure management, and attack planning, significantly increasing the speed and scale of cyberattacks.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

The Salary of a Chief Security Officer

ScottMadden’s 2025 Security & Compliance Compensation Survey provides antitrust-compliant, aggregate compensation benchmarks for 90 security and compliance positions effective February 1, 2025.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

The Great Security Culture Shift: Building a Proactive Defense in an Era of Advanced Threats and Social Engineering

Hackers exploit DLL side-loading on trusted platforms like LinkedIn to deliver malware through seemingly legitimate file attachments, bypassing traditional security defenses and compromising entire corporate networks.
Business intelligence
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Private Sector Intelligence Careers

Private-sector intelligence roles require public-sector analytic skills plus explicit training in cognitive tradecraft, decision support, and structured reasoning for business contexts.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Man confronts burglars in his own house

Burglars smashed a rear sliding glass door and entered a Maple Street home while a resident was inside; suspects fled in an SUV.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Super Bowl gears up for massive security operation

Federal, state and local agencies, including multiple DHS components, will provide extensive security support for the Super Bowl and surrounding events in the Bay Area.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

19 "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever, EVER Make, According To First Responders

Prioritize immediate assistance over recording, call emergency services, learn airway-clearing and choking first aid, and secure pets so responders can access the scene safely.
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

CISA Releases New Guidance on Assembling Multi-Disciplinary Insider Threat Management Teams - DataBreaches.Net

CISA's guidance is intended to assist critical infrastructure stakeholders, which includes private sector entities across various sectors, with implementing an insider threat mitigation program that combines physical security, cybersecurity, personnel awareness, and community partnerships. Although framed for critical infrastructure, CISA's guidance is relevant to a broader range of organizations, including those outside of critical infrastructure sectors.
Information security
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Lockdown issued in Oakley with armed suspect at large, officials say

OAKLEY, Calif. -- There is a lockdown for the city of Oakley midday Monday due to an armed suspect at large, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office says. Officials say the suspect is described as an adult man in his mid 40s, wearing a hat and grey hooded sweatshirt. As of 11:40 a.m., the activity is in the vicinity of the 4300 block of Gold Run Drive near Neroly Road, Oakley Road and Empire Avenue.
California
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Private investigators are being used by perpetrators to locate and surveil victims, undermining safety and requiring statutory regulation, mandatory abuse training, and accountability.
#incident-response
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Strategies for Security Leaders in the Midst of Skill Shortages

Organizations have reported heightened cybersecurity risks as a result of these skill shortages, but the issues don't end there. Many teams will also experience burnout, which is an issue for security teams even in the best of times, which can only add to the talent gap concern if burnt out employees leave the industry.
Information security
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Top 5 Ways Broken Triage Increases Business Risk Instead of Reducing It

Triage failures occur when decisions are made without execution evidence, causing false positives, missed threats, and higher costs; interactive sandboxes enable evidence-backed verdicts within seconds.
Information security
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Security Convergence and The Human Error

Human error causes the majority of data breaches, driven by skill- and decision-based mistakes, employee negligence, and basic security vulnerabilities like weak passwords.
Information security
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

This is why high-value targets should use Lockdown Mode

Apple's Lockdown Mode prevented the FBI from accessing a seized iPhone, demonstrating strong protection against physical wired extraction attempts.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Five Top Tips for Building a Strong Security Culture

Building security into the framework of an organization prevents security from being seen as a barrier to daily activities. If an employee feels as if a security measure is inhibiting them from completing their daily tasks, they're far more likely to find a way around that measure. This can range from propping open a door to using the same easy-to-remember password for every account.
Information security
Information security
fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Build Practical Cyber Defense Skills with This 5-Course Bundle

Five-course cybersecurity bundle with 16+ hours, hands-on tools training, project portfolio, certificate, and lifetime access for $19.99.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Understanding Breaches Before and After They Happen: What Every Organization Should Know

Most security breaches result from neglected fundamentals—human error, unpatched systems, weak authentication, and poor network segmentation—rather than advanced, novel exploits.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
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