Matt HarwoodJanuary 05, 2009
Today's Headlines
By Matthew Harwoodseparator

2009's "Black Swans" for International Security

Jan 05, 2009 - Which ominous "black swans" might test President-elect Obama's new administration and international security as a whole?

An Inauguration Like No Other

Jan 05, 2009 - The Washington, DC, area's law enforcement is bracing for an expanded inauguration day like no other, reports The Washington Post. Because of the historic nature of the event, security officials have to prepare for a long weekend rather than just President-elect Barack Obama's parade and swearing-in ceremony on January 20.

Hezbollah May Launch Attacks Against Northern Israel, Warns General

Jan 05, 2009 - As Israel's military attacks on the Gaza Strip enter the tenth day, an Israeli general is warning that Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed Shia terrorist organization, may use Palestinian proxy groups to launch attacks against northern Israel.

Happy Holidays

Dec 24, 2008 - Security Management wishes you happy holidays and a happy new year. We will be on vacation until January 5th.

New Guidebook on Trucking Security Released

Dec 23, 2008 - The American Trucking Associations (ATA) have released new guidelines for securing cargo from pick up to delivery.

Indian Firms Begin to Invest in Security Services After Mumbai

Dec 23, 2008 - Business firms generally have a hard time justifying significant investment in security and terrorism insurance, but Indian firms are beginning to realize how important it can be after the Mumbai terrorist attacks.

Concerns Over Somalia Continue to Mount for U.S.

Dec 22, 2008 - The United States is already helping a coalition of navies combat piracy off Somalia's coast, but as The Wall Street Journal reported Saturday, it may have bigger problems: young Somali-American men are traveling back to their homeland to fight with Islamist militias against the interim government.

LAPD Officer Under Investigation for Smuggling Guns and Ammo

Dec 22, 2008 - A veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department is under federal investigation for smuggling ten handguns and ammunition to the security firm he runs in the Central American nation of Belize.

Foreign Hackers are Overwhelming U.S. Government Computers, says Analyst

Dec 19, 2008 - Foreign hackers have accessed between half and all of the U.S. government and military computers they “have an interest in,” according to one analyst.

Brazil: Logging Firms Hire Hackers to Change Lumber Quotas

Dec 18, 2008 - Brazilian logging companies have hired hackers to break into their country's government's Web-based permit system to allow them to harvest many more trees than allowed, according to Greenpeace's blog.

NRC Strengthens Security at Nuclear Plants

Dec 18, 2008 - The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) yesterday approved final rules enhancing and expanding security at the nation's nuclear power reactors.

Security Council Votes to Take Fight to Somali Pirates

Dec 17, 2008 - The United Nations Security Council unanimously voted yesterday to authorize nations to use force against pirates on land or on sea, according to The Sydney Morning Herald.
This Month's Print Issue
Cover for January 2009
TABLE OF CONTENTS
January 2009

Cover: By understanding workplace violence, how to prevent it, and how to respond when a complaint arises, companies significantly reduce the chances of being sued.

Editor's Note: The dangers in making assumptions for risk management.

Terrorism Support: Al Qaeda's violent attacks have led to a decrease in support among Muslims. 

Toxic Trailers: FEMA has begun to repair its image after Hurricane Katrina, but one problem continues to give it a black eye. 

Surveillance: To protect fans, the organizers of a one-day rock concert turned to a wireless mesh surveillance network.

E-mail Archiving: One company's product is helping firms archive e-mails in a secure setting while allowing employees to access them. 

Buyers Guide

Video-Power-Data Device

The new HubWay22 device from Altronix Corporation of Brooklyn, New York, provides centralized UTP video, RS-422/RS-S485 data, and distributed camera power over a single CAT-5 or higher cable for distances up to 1,000 feet.

Network cameras

Made by Speco Technologies of Amityville, New York, has introduced a new series of IP/network cameras that feature built-in servers to work with Internet Explorer.

Card ID Systems

Two new complete card identity systems are available from Fargo Electronics, Inc., of Minneapolis. They include the hardware, software, and other materials needed to create secure cards.
All New Products
 

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Beyond Print

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