Security DNA

AI-generated deepfakes are advancing so fast that video — long the gold standard of evidence in legal proceedings, compliance audits, and security investigations — can no longer be assumed authentic. So what does that mean for the 90 million surveillance cameras recording across the country right now? At Milestone XPerience Days (MXD) in Las Vegas, SecurityInfoWatch Editor-in-Chief Rodney Bosch sa...

In this episode of Security DNA, recorded live on the show floor at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2026, SecurityInfoWatch Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman sits down with Jeremy Bates, incoming Chairman of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and Senior Vice President of Business Development at Pye-Barker Fire & Security. Jeremy came up through the industry the hard way, co-owning and gro...

SecurityInfoWatch Editorial Director Rodney Bosch sits down with Elizabeth Parks, President and CMO of Parks Associates, live at the 30th annual CONNECTIONS Conference in Santa Clara, CA. Elizabeth reflects on three decades of smart home research, what the industry consistently misunderstands about consumers, the mounting pressure on dealer channels, and why cybersecurity is the conversation nobod...

The December 2025 shooting at Brown University exposed a key flaw in modern surveillance strategy: more cameras do not always mean better coverage. Despite operating more than 1,200 cameras, Brown reportedly faced critical blind spots that complicated the response and delayed suspect identification.   In this episode of SecurityDNA, Editorial Director Steve Lasky speaks with ZeroEyes Director of S...

  Technology isn’t the only aspect of the security industry that’s evolving. The very definition of “security” is changing, so the way practitioners approach security must change with it. SecurityInfoWatch Associate Editor Samantha Schober brings Mary Gates , CEO of GMR Security Consulting Group , to the table to discuss the company’s rebranding effort, the rise of human-centric security strategie...

As the physical and digital worlds increasingly merge, cybersecurity has become a critical component of organizational defense. The rapid growth of IoT devices has expanded the average attack surface, making businesses more vulnerable than ever--a single employee clicking on a malicious email can compromise an entire organization. To protect against these evolving threats, companies must prioritiz...

In this episode of Security DNA , host Steve Lasky sits down with Tara Dunning , Vice President of Global Security and Network Infrastructure Sales and Strategy at Wesco , to explore how AI, IoT, and cloud technologies are transforming the role of today’s security integrators. Discover how cameras are evolving from simple surveillance tools to powerful visual intelligence assets, why platform aggr...

Drones are reshaping U.S. critical infrastructure—but not always for the better. While they streamline inspections of power lines, pipelines, and bridges, rogue or malicious drones pose a real threat to airports, energy grids, and government sites. As these incidents rise, protecting vital systems has become an urgent priority. Rodney Bosch , SIW Editor-in-Chief, invites Echodyne ’s VP of Marketin...

Join host Steve Lasky and Michael Niola , Principal and Co-Founder of The Consulting Group LLC , as they explore the future of integrated systems, AI in security, and designing safety into spaces from day one. From “one card” access control to the challenges of data center speed-to-market, Michael shares insights on turning security from a cost center into a value driver, and why early collaborati...

The “streamlining” of video surveillance via unified systems and network-connected devices has taken the weight of alarm fatigue, manual video monitoring, and more off of the shoulders of security professionals. It has also dramatically increased their attack surface. Sit down with host Steve Lasky and i-PRO Americas’ Senior Manager of Information Assurance and Data Privacy, Will Knehr , to discus...

Video tools aren't just evolving: they're getting smarter. Once limited to passive recording, video systems are now emerging as intelligent tools capable of detecting threats in real time, interpreting human behavior, and even predicting incidents before they occur. In this week's episode of SecurityDNA , host Steve Lasky sits down with March Networks Chief Product Officer Jeff Corrall to explore...

When Ryan Schonfeld began his security career as a D.C. law enforcement officer, he quickly became frustrated with traditional security methods. Tired of operational inefficiencies and determined to close longstanding security gaps, Schonfeld opted to drag the security industry into the modern day. Join host Steve Lasky on this episode of SecurityDNA for an exclusive interview with Ryan Schonfeld,...

Today's tense geopolitical landscape, coupled with the silos of social media, has made it easier than ever for people to not only become radicalized but to make violent moves in service of their views—sometimes to widespread acclaim online.  As high-profile assassination attempts—successful or otherwise—continue to dominate U.S. headlines, many executives are forced to contend with the reality tha...

  Security Business Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman catches up with Kelly Bond , Partner at Bridgepoint Advisors , on the ESX show floor for an inside look into the security M&A process as tariffs reshape our economic landscape. Bridgepoint Advisors rose from Davis Mergers and Acquisitions Group in February 2025 to serve the electronic security industry. Bond, who co-founded Bridgepoint with fell...

Security Business Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman is live at ESX 2025 with David Morgan of Security Dealer Marketing for a show floor snapshot about AI and changing marketing strategies for security integrators. Security Dealer Marketing provides security dealers with the strategies they need to market their brands. David Morgan, Vice President and co-founder of SDM, has leveraged his vast marketing...

We are in the midst of an unprecedented technological boom, and the catalyst for this revolution is none other than artificial intelligence (AI). The applications of AI in security are near limitless, and several industries—from education to healthcare to city planning—are already using AI integrations to better secure their facilities. Secure Our City Founder & CEO Geva Barash joins host Stev...

On this episode of  SecurityDNA , Steve Lasky invites International SOS Senior Security Advisor Rich Davis to the discussion table. Davis brings his extensive background in aviation security to the podium today to discuss the long-awaited REAL ID implementation and how it will impact airport security, operations, and the traveler experience. Rich Davis is a seasoned aviation security expert with o...

Live from the show floor at ISC West 2025 , Security Business Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman meets with Actuate CEO Ken Francis to discuss the impact of AI on monitoring centers and their employees, technology integrations, and Actuate’s mission. Actuate, an AI surveillance software company founded in 2018, aims to transform security guard operations and reduce the frequency of false positives and n...

Host Steve Lasky and  Genetec President and CEO Pierre Racz return to the podium for the second part of this SecurityDNA special episode. In a security landscape rife with mergers and acquisitions, Genetec's independence is an increasingly uncommon feat. Committed to the company's mission and continued success, Pierre has a wealth of knowledge to share about maintaining organizational independence...

In the first half of SecurityDNA 's recent two-part special, host Steve Lasky sits down for a riveting conversation with Genetec President and CEO Pierre Racz . Join Steve and Pierre as they speculate about the  security industry's next big breakthroughs, discuss the "intelligent automation" aspect of artificial intelligence, and dissect the pros and cons of cloud computing. Pierre, who broke grou...

This week's episode of SecurityDNA sees host Steve Lasky take to the podium with guest Evan Bloom , industry veteran and CEO of Fortress Strategic Communications . Bloom's formative years growing up in South Africa left him with a unique perspective on the security industry's transformation through technology and the environment. Together, he and Steve delve into an in-depth discussion on the stat...

In this week's episode of Security DNA , Rebel Global Security CEO Mark Freedman joins host Steve Lasky in a timely discussion about online radicalization, social media, and rising threats of violence from both sides of the political aisle. Mark Freedman is the Principal and CEO of Rebel Global Security , a leading advisory firm specializing in national security, geopolitical strategy, and risk ma...

On the show floor at CES 2025, Security Business  Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman discusses the future of monitoring centers, the applications of AI automation, and SimpliSafe's Active Guard solution with SimpliSafe's CEO and High Tech Product Leader, Christian Cerda (L) and Hooman Shahidi (R).

Host Steve Lasky brings on Shannon Torres , Customer Success Manager at 911inform, former Chief of Police of the Keyport Borough in New Jersey, and veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard, for a passionate discussion about emergency preparedness, active shooter training, and emerging technologies in this week's episode of SecurityDNA . As Chief of Police, Torres managed a team of over 50 employees...

Industry titan Leonid (Leo) Levit , ONVIF’s Steering Committee Chairman and Director of System Integration at Axis Communications, joins host Steve Lasky in this week’s episode of SecurityDNA . Join Steve and Leo for an in-depth discussion on the benefits, impact, and perils of generative AI and ONVIF’s role in safeguarding video assets.   Leo Levit’s 20-year-strong career in the security field, b...