FCC Upgrades Mobile Emergency Alert System

The Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to update and strengthen Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA).

Monitronics Rebrands to MONI Smart Security, Will Also Sell Directly to Consumers

Monitronics, a subsidiary of Ascent Capital Group Inc. and ranked No. 4 on the SDM 100, unveiled its new name - “MONI,” and will enhance its dealer model by selling directly to consumers. 

AFA Protective Systems Hosts Fire and Safety Summit at NYC Fire Museum

AFA Protective Systems Inc. (AFA), a New York-based super regional fire safety and security systems integrator, hosted a Fire & Safety Summit on September 21 at the New York City Fire Museum. 

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Atlanta Airport to Participate in ACI-IATA Smart Security Program

A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the Airports Council International (ACI) North America/World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition by and between ACI World, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the City of Atlanta, the owner and operator of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).  

China Uses World's Largest Telescope To Search For Aliens

China claimed their ability search for alien life forms by suing a radio telescope , launched Sunday, which astronomers called a “game change”.

Germany Orders Facebook To Stop Collecting WhatsApp User Data

German regulators have banned Facebook from collecting WhatsApp user data, in a move that could set a precedent in other countries.

Want Execs To Trust You? Bulletproof Your Data Before You Present.

When an executive disregards data, it's not always an irrational choice.

Airports Increasingly Invest in Security Technology

Airports are placing a higher priority on IT investments for passenger and airport security with 50% rating it a high priority, up from 37% last year.    

Mission 500 Charity Softball Game Raises More Than $55,000

Mission 500, a non-profit charity focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, raised more than $55,000 at its second annual Security Softball Game on August 20 at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, New York. 

Appeals Court Reverses American Express Antitrust Ruling, Citing Consumer Benefits

The Second Circuit reverses an antitrust ruling against American Express.

Can You Make Teleworking Work For You?

Here's a scenario that every small business owner fears: A key employee resigns because he or she cannot continue to come to your place of business to work for reasons out of their control, such as an illness or a family issue. Is there another answer besides accepting the resignation?   With

EQ-Radio: A New Device for Wirelessly Detecting Emotions

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) developed a device that can detect a person's emotions using wireless signals. “EQ-Radio” is a device designed to measure subtle changes in breathing and heart rhythms to accurately detect whether a person is excited, happy, or sad.

Experts Will Share Their Knowledge at Securing New Ground 2016

Securing New Ground (SNG) 2016, the security industry's top executive conference, will be held Oct. 19-20 at the Grand Hyatt New York City. SNG 2016 is presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA).

Forget About Law and Ethics -- Is Hacking Back Even Effective?

Are the risks and practical issues too great to allow "hacking back", even if it's not illegal or bad?

China's "Other Sea"

Investors paying too much attention to China's dispute over the writing of the navigation rules in the South China Sea -- one of the world's biggest trade routes -- have perhaps missed China's “other sea,” the sea of debt that is threatening to derail its robust growth and progress in recent years.
But the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) hasn't. 
In a recent report, the Swiss-based institution pointed to the rapid rise of China's credit-to-GDP ratio, which now stands at 30.1, three times the threshold of 10 that indicates an impending financial crisis. 
To be fair, China isn't the only country with high credit-to GDP ratio. So does Japan, the UK, and the Eurozone.
The trouble is that China's debt is a routine political process. China's credit is extended from state-owned banks to state and province-owned corporations. By contrast, the situation is a credit risk management problem in the UK, Japan, and most of the Eurozone. Additionally, some of China's state owned enterprises, which receive the loans, are stockholders of the state banks that provide them.
That's why nobody really knows what the size of China's debt-to-GDP ratio is.
Compounding the problem, parallel government ownership of both creditors and borrowers concentrates and magnifies rather than disperses and diffuses credit risk, leaving the Chinese economy vulnerable to a systemic collapse -- as the Greek crisis so colorfully illustrated.
Worse, parallel government ownership of lending and borrowing institutions complicates creditor bailouts. The reason why the “haircut” of Greek debt had such a pervasive impact on the Greek economy was that government-controlled banks and pension funds were the creditors of the general government and government-owned enterprises. So the haircut shifted losses from one government branch to another.
The situation is even more serious in China, where the outright simultaneous government ownership of banks, pension funds, and common corporations has yielded an odd state in which both the creditor and the borrower are government branches.
Government-owned banks lend money directly to government-owned corporations -- which usually function as welfare agencies -- and to land developers, who are behind the country's “investment” bubble, one of the engines of the Chinese economy.
Could you imagine what would happen to financial markets if China suffers a Greek-style crisis, one day?
That could, perhaps, explain investor skepticism over Chinese equities, which have been underperforming the neighboring market of India in the last year.

Women In VC: Why They Get Ahead Faster In China, View Video

Women are getting ahead faster in China venture capital circles than in the U.S. View this Silicon Dragon video interview with three leading VCs in China to hear how they're rising and challenges they face.

Oracle OpenWorld Trip Report - Impact for Customers and Investors

Last week I attend Oracle OpenWorld and broadcasted LIVE for three days with my team.  Here is our trip report that summarizes the impact to Oracle's customers and investors.

Inspiron Laptops & 2-in-1 PCs

Here is a comparison of three incredible laptops. Each are high performers equipped with revolutionary processors, dynamic display and DVD drives. Some models
feature Intel processors and optional touch displays on select system.

Are you ready for this ? HyperDrive Aircraft

This may happen in the near future. A supersonic airliner that flies three times at the speed of sound and runs on nuclear fusion. Stephen Dowling investigates the challenges of making airliners run on atomic power.

Maximizing Revenue: Align Your Selling Season With Your Customer's Buying Season

You must put your foot to the pedal in peak seasonal buying periods to ensure you maximize sales when the buying is good.

How Did F1 Lose $1 Billion Of Value In Two Months?

Two years ago New York Post media reporter Claire Atkinson revealed that Liberty Media planned to buy Formula One auto racing from its controlling shareholder the private equity firm CVC so there shouldn't have been any surprise when it finally announced the deal earlier in September. However, the majority of the sports media was dazzled by the $8 billion price tag which some saw as being as high-octane as it gets. Not everyone.

iPhone Hackers Say Apple Weakened Backup Security With iOS 10

Apple makes a bizarre choice in choosing a weaker password protection mechanism for iOS 10 backups.

Lunch Business Is Falling Off, As Many Diners Have Reservations

Higher lunch menu prices appear to be turning some diners away from restaurants, while a rise in working from home may be having an impact as well.

Yahoo Hacked - Change Your Passwords and Security Info ASAP!

In 2014, hackers attacked Yahoo and stole the personal information on about 500 million users. Reports of surrounding this data breach first appeared in August of this year. This comes just one month after Yahoo was bought by the largest telecommunications provider in the United States, Verizon Communications. Verizon's July purchase of Yahoo cost $4.8 billion.

ISC West to Launch Unmanned Security Expo

ISC West unveiled plans for the all-new Unmanned Security Expo @ ISC West, launching April 5-7, 2017, at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. The Unmanned Security Expo will take place within the larger ISC West event, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), and will focus on aerial drones and ground robotics for security applications.

U.S. Senator Calls for Increased Security of 911 Emergency Infrastructure

U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., is urging DHS and the FCC to develop a comprehensive plan to beef up outdated 911 call centers in New York state that could be open to terrorist and cyberattacks.

New Rules For Raising Venture Capital

Expect the process to be grueling -- so you need to be prepared.

3 Ways Retailers Plan To Protect Customer Data in 2017

Retailers are required to install chip card technology, but they are looking to protect customer data in three other key ways.

6 Podcasts All Affiliate Marketers Should Subscribe To

Affiliate marketers are always looking for a way to stand out in a crowded market. You need to be updated on what's going on everywhere at all times. One of the easiest ways to do this is to subscribe to podcasts. Find out what's going on in the world from the best. With podcasting popularity increasing by 23% in the last twelve months, now has never been a better time to learn from the best.

SIA to Honor Fredrik Nilsson of Axis Communications With Lippert Award

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced the selection of Fredrik Nilsson, vice president, Americas, Axis Communications Inc., to receive the 2016 George R. Lippert Memorial Award.

FDA Cleared, Shockwave Lithoplasty for Peripheral Vascular Disease

This unique system, which recently approved by FDA, breaks up plaque in patients with peripheral artery disease by using a balloon and sound waves. Shockwave is basically a traditional angioplasty balloon catheter with added capability that resembles lithotripsy that is used to break up kidney stones.

Fredrik Nilsson of Axis Communications to Receive SIA Lippert Award

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced the selection of Fredrik Nilsson, Vice President, Americas, Axis Communications Inc., to receive the 2016 George R. Lippert Memorial Award.

Forget About Pakistan And India, Myanmar Is The Next Big Market Opportunity

Pakistan and India have been good places to invest your money in the last five years, if you are a frontier or an emerging market investor chasing after the next big opportunity, that is.
In the last twelve months, Global X MSCI MSCI +% Pakistan ETF has been 20%, while India's has been up close to 13%--see table.
The trouble with frontier and emerging market opportunities is that the potential for further gains is tamed, once they are discovered by foreign investors.
Besides, emerging markets suffer big setbacks as crony capitalism catches up with economic growth. Sometimes these setbacks can last decades, and even reverse the progress the country has made towards development (how many times have Mexico and Brazil have been “emerging?”).
That's why investors should look for new investment opportunities in emerging markets that have yet to be discovered by foreign investors -- like Myanmar.

Why It's All In The Name For The Manor F1 Team

Formula One is full of the world's most well-known brands. There's reigning champions Mercedes then the Red Bull energy drinks company's eponymous team followed by Ferrari, perhaps the most storied name in motorsport. Creating a brand to compete with them is no mean feat but one team has more experience than most at doing it.

UN Meeting to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

On September 21st, global leaders from the United Nations (UN) will convene to discuss a major global health threat – antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Antimicrobial resistance kills 700,000 people worldwide each year, and the number could reach 10 million per year by 2050. Only three times before has the UN convened heads of state to tackle an urgent health problem. HIV, Ebola, and noncommunicable diseases (i.e. diabetes, obesity) are the only other issues that prompted similar action.

Could US Government Innovation Challenges Fund Cyberattacks On US Industry?

The US Government has given away a quarter billion dollars in taxpayer funds via innovation challenges, but can't measure their success, while placing no restrictions on projects that could conduct basic cyberattacks on American industry

Vector Named 2016 Best Home Security Company by Delaware Magazine

Readers of Coastal Style Magazine have named Vector Security, the provider of intelligent home automation and mobile security solutions, the best home security company in Sussex County, Delaware, for 2016.

21 States Sue To Block Labor Department's Overtime Rule

Republican states once again sue the Obama administration, this time over the overtime rule.

The Washington Post Refuses Edward Snowden Its 'Deep Throat' Treatment

Edward Snowden fed the Washington Post and three other media outlets the scoop of a generation,Now the Post, in an editorial, claims its source should be prosecuted for espionage. Cartoon by Kirk Anderson.

ASIS 2016 Accolades Winners Named

ASIS International selected its ASIS 2016 Accolades Award winners. ASIS Accolades recognizes the security industry's most innovative new products, services, and/or solutions​featured at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2016), which took place Sept 12-15 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

Laptop or Tablet - Which Do You Prefer?

The digital world we are living in can be very puzzling and confusing.
A vast majority of the public has very little or no technical knowledge. And yet, they have an increasing number of choices when it comes to purchasing one technology over another.

The Washington Post Refuses Edward Snowden Its 'Deep Throat' Treatment

Edward Snowden fed the Washington Post and three other media outlets the scoop of a generation,Now the Post, in an editorial, claims its source should be prosecuted for espionage. Cartoon by Kirk Anderson.

5 Extreme Customer Experience Lessons Every Parent Can Relate To

I can't believe the world is over-populated considering how hard it is to bring a human into this world. Or at least as I limped out of the hospital on that bright September day this was the thought that kept going through my mind.

Allied Universal Acquires Apollo International

Allied Universal announced the acquisition of Apollo International. 

Security Equipment Inc. to Offer Medical Alert

Security Equipment Inc. (SEi) a full service security firm founded in 1969 in Omaha, Nebraska, has added of a new life safety service to their expansive list of services. 

Rafael Nadal Anti-Doping Agency Data Leaked By Fancy Bear Hackers

Allegedly Russian hackers leak another batch of TUE data, with Nadal the biggest name in the dump.

No More Turtlenecks - Try Snakables

The new iPhone 7 has arrived and it does not have wireless charging. Which means you will have to use one of those charging cables that are notorious for developing a turtleneck and breaking after a few weeks or months.

When To Listen To Your Gut (And How To Know When Your Instincts Are Wrong)

It's what happens outside a formal meeting and the small comments and reactions of team members that often provide the most value to leaders and teams.

India's Semi-Soviet, Semi-Latin Model

India has made a great deal of economic progress in recent years. But it has yet to catch up with other emerging economies in per capita GDP, human development, and innovation, including its neighbor and BRICS peer, China.
Markets have taken notice, with iShares S&P India lagging behind the equity market of neighboring Pakistan.
The root cause India's lagging behind other emerging economies is the country's economic model-A Semi-Soviet, semi-Latin model that is backwards – it applies markets and governments in areas of the economy where each institution fails rather than excels.
This has resulted in a large and corrupt government that lacks the resources to execute its multiple roles in the economy. 

The Personal Data Revolution: Why It's Time For Marketers To Care

Data privacy has turned into one of the most important, hotly debated topics globally. And while lawyers, governmental officials and technology experts weigh in, the people who should be most concerned, involved, and engaged are marketers. According to a Deloitte report, 73% of consumers would reconsider using a company if it failed to keep their data safe (this compares to only 51% who would switch companies if they were charged a higher price than competitors for a similar product).

This is a consumer problem, meaning that it is a marketing problem. How data is collected, how it is used, what companies do with the data, and with whom they share it all impacts the consumer?s experience. And while marketing should arguably lead enterprise-wide thinking on the topic, few do.

To better understand the nature, importance, and ramifications of the personal data revolution, I turned to Addison Deitz, EVP/Director of Global Operations and Client Support, and Jessie Kernan, Global Head of Data and Strategy, both from Rapp.

Automaker Porsche may expand range of Panamera Coupe design.

Porsche is ready to introduce its first station wagon, adding a new category to the brand's portfolio. This move pushes the company beyond the iconic 911 sports car into a more pragmatic vehicle.

Is This 25-Year Old America's Leading (And Savviest) Millennial Influencer And Brand Ambassador?

Generalizing about anyone's age or generation is always dangerous. I know BabyBoomers who still live it up like they just graduated college, and have Millennial friends who are already entrenched with three kids under five in the suburbs.

Walmart - Robto Shopping Carts?

Shopping carts at Walmart are getting an upgrade. Imagine walking through Walmart and not having to push around a fully loaded shopping cart. There may be a shopping cart pushing bot coming to a Wal-Mart near you.

Taxes, Your K-1 & The 2016 Presidential Campaign

Every four years, someone runs for office and proposes to change the levers of taxation that will help or hinder you. Have you read the plans of this year's candidates?

Why I Love Being Underestimated - And You Should Too

Can't shake the naysayers? Here's how to embrace them.

Can Huawei Shift From Carrier Leader To Global Cloud Player?

Huawei Technologies is a large, $60B China-based company that, while many in the U.S. may not be familiar with, is a very big name in the carrier and telco equipment and consumer smartphone space-especially in China and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa). The company is making serious moves to expand their reach into the carrier and enterprise cloud and take on the role of a “global ICT leader” and believes that the "C", "communications", in "IT" will make the difference.

Facebook And Apple's Messaging Dreams Face A GlobalProblem

They?re trying to build a thriving business on their chat platforms, but chronic spam in developing nations will make it hard to build trust.

How Does Corporate Culture Fuel Fraud? Start With Volkswagen And Wells Fargo

Temptation can be high for employees to cross ethical lines when the company's culture gives them the motivation and the means.

It's On: Tesla, Mobileye Spar Bitterly Over What Triggered Autopilot-Related Split

The maker of camera-based vehicle sensor systems and Tesla have differing versions of why their relationship collapsed.

CEDIA Casts Global Vision for the Future of the Association

CEDIA and CEDIA EMEA announced their intent to formally integrate to one unified worldwide association, bringing significant benefits to all members. 

Facebook And Apple's Messaging Dreams Face A Global Problem

They're trying to build a thriving business on their chat platforms, but chronic spam in developing nations will make it hard to build trust.

Government Officials Optimistic About Benefits of Smart Cities

Government officials have favorable expectations for the benefits and value that smart cities solutions will deliver.

The Benefits of Weight Loss to Reduce Chronic Knee Pain

Did you know that just 1 pound of weight loss can result in 4 pounds of reduced strain on the knees? While that might not sound like much, it means a lot to those who suffer from chronic knee pain or those who are concerned about osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.

2016 Trump Takes Issue With 2015 Trump's Tax Plan, Proposes $7 Trillion In Tax Increases

The Presidential campaign of Republican nominee Donald Trump was marred by infighting earlier today, with 2016 Trump ripping the tax proposal set forth by 2015 Trump, alleging that the plan favored the rich, unfairly benefitted big business, and recklessly added trillions to the deficit.

The First 10 Shopify Apps To Install When You Setup Your E-commerce Store

Shopify is an awesome e-commerce platform that's affordable, easy to use, and ready to go right out of the box. It's much more than a shopfront. Shopify stores feature fully-secure checkouts that allow retailers to start taking payments instantly, while Shopify Shipping takes the legwork out of order fulfillment (it can manage the whole process for you – seriously). Shopify can even handle your marketing by automating email and creating targeted social campaigns on your behalf.

Solar Powered Smartphone Screens Could Be Next

Today smartphones and tablets currently have strong and clear screens that serve a variety of functions. But what if they could also supply energy to a smartphone or tablet?

CEDIA Unveils Plans for Workforce Development and Veterans' Employment

CEDIA affirmed its commitment to workforce development and veterans' employment. CEDIA's workforce development initiative seeks to provide a comprehensive solution to one of the most consistently voiced pain points of CEDIA members - lack of a qualified workforce. 

Bradley Wiggins And Chris Froome Medical Files Leaked By World Doping Agency Hackers

Fancy Bear hackers leak medical files on 25 more athletes, as two of the world's top cyclists have their doping substance exemptions spilled.

Tesla Sues Oil Industry Exec It Says Pretended To Be Elon Musk To Gain Secrets

The company claims a fraudulent email was an attempt to gain insider information.

In A Streaming World, WeTransfer Uses Downloads As Its Secret Music Weapon (For Now)

Do downloads still play a role in the music industry? Dutch file-sharing startup WeTransfer says yes, and it has the executive board and artist partnerships to prove it.

Identity Theft: How To Protect Yourself Or Resolve It

A credit expert offers advice on how to avoid becoming an identity theft victim and what to do if you get scammed.

CEDIA Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Volunteers

CEDIA has named the 2016 volunteers of the year. Each has contributed significant time and lent their expertise to help develop and refine CEDIA programs and offerings. Each year CEDIA recognizes three individuals: a new volunteer, a training volunteer and an overall volunteer. 

The Samsung Galaxy S7

The Samsung Galaxy S7 has a very similar design to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S6.

Croissant Wants To Be The Uber For Coworking Spaces

Can the on-demand coworking model make Croissant the go-to startup for commitment phobic millennials?

Weary Of Overly-Studious Asians, This Taiwanese CEO Tempts Them With Sports

Sports can give teenagers recognition leading to university scholarships and something to say when Western schools ask about extracurricular activities.

Princeton Identity Announces Agreement With Samsung

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.

A Global Battle Plan: Social Entrepreneurs Needed to Accomplish UN's Sustainable Development Goals

Almost a year ago, the world's governments came together and made a commitment that will profoundly shape the future of our planet. It was an unprecedented collaborative process, a historic moment of global consensus that could go down as one of the greatest single acts of collective action in history. And chances are you have never heard of it.

Synaptics SecurePad Integration Into Clevo Gaming Notebooks Gives Us A Glimpse Of The PC's Future

Identity protection is one of the key aspects of overall security and protection against attacks. Nobody cares more about protecting their identity than gamers many of whom have thousands of dollars' worth of games and in-game content. People are getting hacked everywhere, inside games and outside games and getting compromised. In some cases, people get their credit card information stolen and in other cases they lose control of their accounts where their characters and items are. But the problem is that game companies up until recently haven't had any way to protect users' data other than email.

Report Ranks the 30 Safest College Towns in America

SafeWise security experts have released the 2016 list of the 30 Safest College Towns in America. 

Clever Eating: Foods to Boost Brain Power

Do you want to boost your focus, memory and overall brainpower? Well it turns out that food might be the key to increasing your brain's mental capacity. There is lots of information about the importance of healthy eating for the body, but what about clever eating for the mind? Yes, that's right… clever eating. It's all about using smarter eating strategies that can help boost your brain's overall functioning.

What Every Aspiring Start-Up Can Learn From Country Music's Most Anticipated New Artist

Every once in while in every industry someone comes along who you know is about to go viral. 'Personal calculus' is the main reason why venture capitalists back individuals first, and ideas second. The music industry is no different-ever mining for the next Blake Shelton or Beyonce the same way tech angels treasure hunt for the next game changing, Silicon Valley start-up.

Donald Trump Wants To Get To The Bottom Of Hillary Clinton's 'LungGate'

For weeks, Hillary Clinton and her campaign have described her continuous hacking cough as a symptom of seasonal allergies. Now, after she collapsed at a 9/11 commemoration ceremony, she is admitting that she has pneumonia. Cartoon by Ted Rall.

South China Sea: Philippines And Washington Should Give China Some Space

Philippines and Washington should give Beijing some space to save face over its big legal defeat over South China Sea disputes -- to help diffuse the tensions in the region, which are turning into a major geopolitical event, and adding anxiety to already edgy global markets.

Hacking The US Election: How The Worlds Of Cyberwarfare And Politics Are Colliding Spectacularly

In a world of ascendant cyberwarfare, how will the future of “cyber first strike” weaponry impact the democratic process?

How Authentic Is Your Personal Brand -- And Does It Matter?

When I talk with women leaders about the power of a personal brand, I am struck by how often they use the word “authentic.”

Interview: How Facebook's Project Storm Heads Off Data Center Disasters

When Hurricane Sandy hit New Jersey on Oct. 29, 2012, flooding streets and subways, the news galvanized engineers at Facebook headquarters in Silicon Valley.

Defective Airbags Prompt GM Recall

Seems this is the season for recalls. We just had the recall of battery exploding smart phone devices, now we have another recall on vehicles with airbags that fail to deploy.

Why Would A CEO Give IT Responsibility To The Chief Marketing Officer?

A common challenge for contemporary companies is to align functions. And it is especially challenging when trying to integrate the engineering, process-oriented IT function with the more agile, market-oriented marketing/sales functions. While companies are testing and trying different structures to drive collaboration, integration, and results, one unique approach that Delta Dental has adopted is to integrate the functions under a trained marketer. To better understand how this shift occurred and the benefits, I spoke with Kristin Merlo, Chief Marketing, Sales, and IT Officer for Delta Dental of Washington.

Wall Street Sell-off: A Scary Chart For Investors

One day's chart doesn't say much about Wall Street's direction. But there's something scary in Friday's sell-off chart: The sell-off extended across several asset categories and commodities. The Russell 2000 and Silver suffered the biggest losses, with iShares Russell 2000 (NYSE:IWM) down close to 3 percent, iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:SLV) down 2.74%, iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond (NYSE:TLT) down 1.64%, and SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:GLD) down 0.66 percent.

On Sale Now – USB Drive that Kills Computers $49.95

According to sources, a Russian security researcher going by the alias Dark Purple developed a USB flash-drive that could destroy components on a computer's motherboard when plugged in.

My1Login Picks Up Support From A Scottish Unicorn

Scottish unicorn Skyscanner's CEO is stretching his wings to take a stake in My1Login.

NextCon 2016 - How You Can Improve Your Company's Prospects This Year

Business conferences are important for entrepreneurs who want to make a difference in the world. You need inspiration, and you need to look constantly be looking at things from a fresh perspective.
One conference you shouldn't miss this year is NextCon. NextCon16 is bringing together a range of energetic and inspiring speakers. Some of the biggest names speaking this year are Steve Wozniak, the co-founder of Apple, and tech superstar Guy Kawasaki.
Every smart entrepreneur acknowledges they don't know it all. In fact, 85% of startups fail because of overconfidence. You need to keep learning to grow, and there's no better way than from some of the biggest names in business. You'll look at challenges and obstacles in a completely different way.
What is NextCon?
This is a conference for entrepreneurs, small business owners, tech professionals, and everyone in between. The whole goal of the conference is to teach you how to run a business and how to make sure it turns a profit.  The conference takes place in Scottsdale, Arizona from November 14th through November 16th and is hosted by Nextiva, a unified cloud communications company.
Attendees get exclusive access to some of the most well-known names in the tech industry who are doing unique and creative you can implement in your business.
Identifying Areas for Growth
Growth is ultimately what your business is all about. You need to make sure that you're growing your business, as well as growing as a person. Professional growth requires you to take an honest look at what you're doing and compare it to what others are doing.

IoT Industry Veteran Establishes Full Service Consulting Group

Avi Rosenthal, a professional in the IoT industry, established IoT Consulting LLC, a consulting group dedicated to providing companies with the access and knowledge they need to develop the next generation of connected devices. 

What To Expect from the Obama Administration's Cybersecurity Suggestion Box

The goal is to improve cybersecurity, in part, by fostering partnerships between government-at the federal, state, and local levels-and the private sector to create cybersecurity technologies, policies, and best practices for businesses in all industries.

FAA strongly advises against Samsung Galaxy Note 7 use on Airplanes

In a statement released on the Federal Aviation Administration website, the FAA has urged passengers to stop using or charging their Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones on planes.

Wells Fargo, Volkswagen And Their Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Customer Service

Great customer care stories are all around - why, just today...

DDoS Extortionist Copycats Continue To Hound Victims

It has been a while sine I wrote about this subject (or about anything at all for that matter) but, it occurred to me to today that the distributed denial of service (DDoS) extortionist issue is a problem that needs to be talked about again. Over the last couple years there have been a lot of websites come under attack from miscreants armed with all manner of distributed denial of service platforms and tools.

Sidelining China, Taiwan Turns To Investment In Tough But Eager India

When Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen took office in May, she announced plans to direct investment to Southeast Asia and India.

Apple Event Recap: iPhone 7

Apple CEO Tim Cook said yesterday that Apple has sold over 1 billion iPhones making it the best-selling product of its kind in the history of the world. With a track record like that, it is no wonder people all over the world were waiting for this device.

How Uniform Profile Photos Can Reduce Cybercrime

Google Apps, Slack, Salesforce, LinkedIn-Each of these applications allows users to upload a profile photo.  

SDC Founder Art Geringer Passes

Electronic Security and Door Hardware legend and founder of Security Door Controls (SDC) Arthur V. Geringer passed on September 5, 2016 at age 93. 

China Won't Solve Pakistan's Biggest Problem

China's purchase of Pakistani assets, like the K-Electric Company, may cheer investors for a month or two, but it won't solve the country's biggest problem --corruption.

Unconventional Career Advice By Christine Bailey

At school when I was 16 I was told that something I wanted to do was only for stupid girls! Luckily I had the support of a great teacher who broke the rules and made it happen for me. That started me on a journey of recognising how important it is to be inspired by mentors.

TPG Makes A Big Cyber Security Bet On McAfee As Intel Refocuses Under CEO Krzanich

TPG is buying McAfee through a joint venture with Intel in which it will take a 51% stake in the IT security firm and run it as a new independent company.

Apple Event is Today - Are you Ready?

In just a few short hours, Apple will commence its annual September event in San Francisco. It all starts in San Francisco at 10AM PDT, New York at 1PM, London at 6PM, Paris 7PM and Tokyo at 8PM.

Legalities Of A Cyber Breach -- Heed Your In-House Counsel

"Boards must address cybersecurity on a continuing basis as part of their overarching risk-management responsibilities."

5 Influencers Share How They Used Networking to Grow Their Personal Brands

Your personal brand is how the world perceives you. With that in mind, it's smart to control the way you build your brand so nothing is left to chance or interpretation. As people begin to recognize you based on your interactions and the content you share, they'll be able to identify your brand with a certain level of expertise.

Companies More Concerned With Private Data Loss Than With Hackers

With network security top of mind, businesses are nearly two times more concerned with losing private data (47 percent ) than hackers disrupting their systems (26 percent).

Governor Christie Nixes NJ-PA Tax Deal; Large Increases Looming For PA Residents

Turnover in public accounting being what it is, few people at my firm realize that before I moved to Aspen a decade ago, I spent nearly two years working in our Princeton, New Jersey office. The wife and I lived across the river in Pennsylvania during that time, and once each morning and again in the afternoon, I would waste an hour of my life commuting along a 13-mile stretch of Route 1.

Europe's Energy Transition: Megatrends & Tipping Points (Part 6)

New Entrants and Converging Industries

Google to release 4 products on October 4th

All leaks and rumors point to October 4th as the date for Google's big announcement of it next two phones, a 4k version of Chromecast, a Daydream VR headset, and new 7-inch Google tablet.

Just One Photo Can Silently Hack Millions Of Androids

Attacks only require a photo with hidden malicious code to land on a victim's phone. Google is patching and so should users.

PR Trends That Will Help You Dominate 2017: Part II

As you contemplate your budget for the next fiscal year and plan the changes that will improve your PR efforts, here are a few more trends you should consider adding to the mix if you want to adapt and succeed in 2017.

Acer's Predator 21X Gaming Laptop is a Beast!

IFA Berlin is on day 5 of its 6-day event that runs from the 2nd to the 7th of September 2016. This year's event is taking place at the Messe Berlin in Berlin, Germany. There are many new technologies and products show-cased at this event. One such product is Acer's new Predator 21X Gaming laptop.

Common Sense: The Key To An Empowered Workplace

If employees don't want to be micromanaged, they need to demonstrate common sense in the workplace.

Huawei: US Enterprise Strategy Hobbled By Chinese Tunnel Vision

Huawei's greatest strengths may lie in its telecom and consumer lines of business, but the focus and excitement at Connect was all about the enterprise. From its Cloud 2.0 strategy to 'smart' infrastructure for everything from airports to college campuses, Huawei has all the ingredients of a global technology powerhouse.

Except one: its inability to penetrate the US market.

PR Nightmares: When Political Correctness Goes Too Far

In some cases, the very organizations attempting to achieve good PR by being ultra sensitive to political correctness risk terrible PR when they take their PC efforts too far.

Avoiding Rifts Within Company Leadership

"Perfect partners don't exist. Perfect conditions exist for a limited time in which partnerships express themselves best." -Wayne Rooney

Samsung puts out the fires with exchange program for Galaxy Note 7

By now, everyone knows about the recall on the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Samsung made this announcement on Friday prior to halting Galaxy Note 7 shipments due to fires and exploding.

3 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From College Football

Entrepreneurs can learn a lot from college football season.

Apple Watch 2 – Coming September 7th

Apple's big event in San Francisco is now only 4 days away which brings us closer to the revealing of the long awaited Apple Watch 2.

Police Puppies Offer An Adorable Alternative To Scary Police Dogs

Police puppies would be a far safer, and more pleasant way to seek justice. Cartoon by Keith Knight.

Entrepreneurs With A Great Idea Need A Great Partner

It only takes one person come up with a great startup idea, but in my experience as an investor, it's a rare entrepreneur who has all the skills and resources to build a business as well as a solution. Yet I meet inventors and startup founders every week who balk at the thought of sharing the founder position. In my view, it's a key reason that 90 percent of startups fail to launch.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 - “Fire in the Hole, or Hand”

Did you ever think that you could compare a smartphone to a grenade? Think about it. You unplug your smartphone and it explodes. You pull the pin on a grenade and... well you get the picture.

The Most Powerful American In Cambodia: The Unlikely Rise of Bretton Sciaroni

How a politically exiled ex-Reaganite wound up working with former Communists in a newly democratic Cambodia over 20 years ago.

Apple says “See you on the 7th.”

The date has been finalized and the invites have been sent. September 7th is the date for the highly anticipated Apple event at San Francisco's Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.

Axis to Take Over Canon's Network Video Sales & Marketing

Axis Communications and Canon Inc. announced an agreement under which the two companies would change their sales and marketing efforts in major regional markets worldwide. 

4 Things First-time Entrepreneurs Need To Know About Getting Started

Making your first foray into entrepreneurship isn't easy, but there are four key lessons that will set you on the right track.

Kaymera: The Anti-Spy Android OS Made By The Hottest iPhone Hackers In Surveillance

CEO of Kaymera says the security of the company's Android OS can't be compromised by the company's owners, whose software was caught targeting iPhones of an activist and a journalist last month.