Posts By: Jacob Charles

Power line analytics

Paul D Turner explores deployment strategies for PLC and BPL baseline monitoring and use of near real-time captured spectrum data as a powerful reference tool for comparative analysis Powerful defensive counter-espionage Software Defined Radio (SDR) technology has paved the way for a new analytical power line methodology.The analytical process has decidedly shifted from the uncertainty… Read more »

Access denied

Catherine Laug examines the options when it comes to security and access control for public underground trains The transport sector is vulnerable to safety and security risks, particularly railways and underground train lines. When it comes to public transport, the high number of passengers generates major risks and gives access control a mission-critical role to… Read more »

Eyes in the skies

Nicolas Billecocq reveals new roles for drones and explains how they can solve potential socially distanced security issues When it comes to physical security measures, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. There are always different ways to address different threats, and the physical protection of any property, room or area needs to be designed in accordance… Read more »

Shine a light

Ziv Mador delves into the depths of the Dark Web and explains why it’s important to understand its workings to stay one step ahead of its threat The Dark Web has long served as an invaluable tool for facilitating international crime. From firearms and narcotics to violent services for hire, any illegal item or criminal… Read more »

Prime targets

Christoph Hebeisen reveals how as the world continues to go mobile, cyber threats are following suit Traditionally, cyberattacks have targeted desktop computers and servers in corporate networks. But with the evolution of technology moving our online life into the cloud – both personal and work – attackers are shifting their focus towards smartphones, tablets and… Read more »

Data management

Travis Lee indexes the latest trends in data security Thanks to rapid developments in storage and cloud technology, it has never been easier for organisations to collect, create and store data. The amount of data in the world has continued to grow exponentially for some time, and research from IDC predicts that approximately 50 zettabytes… Read more »

Ready to roll

Matt Medley reveals factors not to miss on the march towards Total Asset Readiness The US Department of Defense defines operational readiness as “the capability of a unit/formation, ship, weapon system, or equipment to perform the missions or functions for which it is organised or designed.” While Total Asset Readiness can sound simple phrase, actually… Read more »

Power play

Paul D Turner reveals why securing the unprotected power line network remains a vital security challenge for the year ahead The start of a new year often means reflecting on the past and year, perhaps more than usual given the global pandemic. As 2021 begins, I have found myself pondering a question asked by one… Read more »

Safe and sound

Peter Jackson reports on the importance of designing for security and assurance in places of worship Religious premises across the UK suffered an average of 13 crimes a day between July 2019 and July 2020, according to police figures collected by the Countryside Alliance. In that time, well over 5,000 crimes were committed in places… Read more »

Stemming the flow

Andy Gent examines the problem with illicit mobile phones in prisons and reveals a potential solution Contraband mobile phones have long been a security and public safety concern in prison and detention facilities around the world. While some prisoners may use these mobile devices for communicating with loved ones, others use them to continue their… Read more »