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Key considerations for securing major events

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Key considerations for securing major events

Organizing major events and large-scale public activities requires a careful balance between mobility, safety and security. One of the compounding factors becomes the ability to address various security needs while maintaining flow and efficiency before, during, and after the event. Creating an atmosphere where people feel secure but can still move freely and efficiently is paramount to the experience. For many large-scale events, preparations for securing venues require years of planning. In addition to finding the physical…

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Top cyber threats targeting the Paris Olympics

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Top cyber threats targeting the Paris Olympics

The 2024 Paris Olympics are quickly approaching, captivating the global sporting community. The promise of thrilling competition, and a spirit of international unity has ignited a digital firestorm. However, this surge in online activity presents a compelling opportunity for cybercriminals, as users increasingly engage with digital accounts such as travel, finance and online gambling.  The 2020 Tokyo Games, for example, witnessed a staggering 450 million attempted cyberattacks, highlighting the vulnerability of major sporting events in…

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Event safety: How one day can affect a company's reputation

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Event safety: How one day can affect a company's reputation

The reputation of an organization can be built, or destroyed, through a single event. This is especially true for arenas and stadiums, who hold the reputation of a sports team, a city and often an artist in their hands. These arenas are frequently tied to organizations in other industries that have a high investment in protecting these events.  Take the following organizations as an example:  AT&T  Bank of America  Mercedes-Benz  Kroger  Tropicana  Gillette  State Farm …

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Securing Public Spaces Without a Perimeter

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Securing Public Spaces Without a Perimeter

In a time of mass shootings, economic uncertainty and political unrest, public safety is an ever-important problem. While organizations such as schools and hospitals have responded through tightening visitor restrictions, this isn’t always possible for public-facing organizations. Public parks, shopping malls and even some government buildings all have to remain open to the public in some capacity, making security potentially difficult. GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS Government buildings face a number of security risks. Government and legislative officials,…

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Mobile vehicle barriers: Long-term security solution for temporary events

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Mobile vehicle barriers: Long-term security solution for temporary events

At around 4:40 p.m. on November 21, 2021, Darrell E. Brooks Jr. shocked the nation when he drove a red SUV through an annual Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The incident was over almost as quickly as it began, leaving 6 dead and dozens injured. Why Brooks did this is still largely unknown, however, witnesses felt this was “a direct intent to hit as many parade participants as possible.”  Unfortunately, intentional vehicle ramming incidents at…

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Allied Universal acquires event security company

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Allied Universal acquires event security company

Allied Universal acquires event security company | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy…

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Perimeter security strategies for The World Games 2022

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Perimeter security strategies for The World Games 2022

Perimeter security strategies for The World Games 2022 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website…

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Police department uses drone detection for mobile airspace security

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Police department uses drone detection for mobile airspace security

Police department uses drone detection for mobile airspace security | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This…

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FBI asks athletes to use burner phones during Beijing Winter Olympics

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FBI asks athletes to use burner phones during Beijing Winter Olympics

FBI asks athletes to use burner phones during Beijing Winter Olympics | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more….

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5 minutes with Jeff Spoerndle – Planning for domestic violent extremism in large venues

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5 minutes with Jeff Spoerndle – Planning for domestic violent extremism in large venues

5 minutes with Jeff Spoerndle – Planning for domestic violent extremism in large venues | 2021-08-27 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and…

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