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Is Your Institution Truly Protected? Why Security Risk Assessments Matter More Than Ever

Would you choose to skip testing your fire alarm system because there hasn’t been a fire? Skipping a periodic security risk assessment is like never getting your annual physical because you feel...

Redefining Museum Security Where LiDAR and AI Keep Watch

In today’s automated world—from self-driving cars to smart museums and cultural institutions—accurate detection is critical. The combination of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) and artificial...

The Louvre Heist: What Was the State of the Museum’s Security?

The Louvre, one of the most famous museums in the world, was robbed on Oct. 19. The theft occurred shortly after the museum opened its doors for the day, with thieves smashing two display cases and...

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Louvre heist highlights thorny issue for museums: How to secure art without becoming fortresses

The day after the jewelry heist at the Louvre in Paris, officials from across Washington’s...

Museum Security Community Reckons with Louvre Theft Aftermath

French authorities continue to search for the thieves responsible for Sunday’s Louvre heist as the...