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Life Safety Alliance Announces Second Annual List of Top 40 Global Thought Leaders in Security and Life Safety
More than half of the recognized candidates are new in 2025, hailing from more than a dozen nations. MEDFORD, N.J., July 15, 2025 — The Life Safety Alliance (LSA), an organization dedicated to enhancing global life safety and security through partnerships and collaborations, today announced the results of its Second Annual List of Top 40…
Read MoreProtecting Our Frequencies: CAA Joins National Effort to Oppose Risky FCC Proposal
The alarm industry during the past few months has become aware of a move that could cause interference with low-powered wireless devices that operate between 902 to 928 MHz. The majority of wireless equipment that the alarm industry uses operates in this band as unlicensed equipment. A company, NextNav®, has petitioned the Federal Communications Commission…
Read MorePresident’s Message – July 2025
As we turn the calendar to July, I hope everyone is enjoying a safe and productive summer. We are proud to once again honor Madaya Mattos, our statewide scholarship winner. Madaya is not only an exceptional student with a bright future ahead—her scholarship essay truly moved all of us who had the privilege of hearing…
Read MoreOne Big Beautiful Bill
On July 4th President Trump signed The One Big Beautiful Bill into law. The new bill contains several provisions that affect alarm and integration companies and their owners. There has been a lot of misinformation in the media and hopefully this will clear things up. Here is what is, and what is not, in the…
Read MoreNAPCO Appoints Dan Cummings as Southeast Regional Sales Manager
Amityville, NY – NAPCO Security Technologies is proud to announce the appointment of Dan Cummings as Regional Sales Manager for the Southeast Territory, covering Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Southern Virginia. Dan joins NAPCO with a strong background in security sales and partner development, known for his hands-on approach, technical expertise, and customer-first mindset.…
Read MorePresident’s Message: June 2025
Dear CAA Members, As we roll into summer, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible success of the CAA Spring Convention held this past May in beautiful Palm Springs. This year’s event was one of our best yet—packed with energy, innovation, and connection. First and foremost, I want to extend a…
Read MorePresident’s Message: May 2025
Welcome to Palm Springs and the 2025 CAA Spring Convention! It’s always a highlight of the year to come together in such a beautiful setting with so many passionate professionals from every corner of the California alarm industry. I’m truly looking forward to an incredible few days of networking, learning from our outstanding lineup of…
Read MoreKirk MacDowell, President & CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors and business advisor to Hakimo, celebrates the AI security company’s success at securing $10.5M in Series A funding.
We’re delighted to see Hakimo achieve this significant milestone in their growth journey,” said Kirk MacDowell, founder and CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors. “In our advisory role with Hakimo, we’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of their human-like autonomous security agents. Their success highlights the growing demand for intelligent solutions that enhance physical security operations…
Read MoreGuardian Angel Pepper Spray Systems to Showcase Groundbreaking Home and Business Safety Solutions at ESX 2025
Pioneering Police-Grade Pepper Spray Technology Provides First Physical Defense Against Home Invasions MOHNTON, Pa., APRIL 23, 2025 — Guardian Angel Pepper Spray Systems, LLC (GASS), an innovator in non-lethal pepper spray technology for homes and businesses, will exhibit its patent-pending line of security devices at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) in Atlanta, Georgia from June…
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