Here's what's happening in this week's Security News Round-Up:

Convergint Forms Technical Apprenticeship Program

The new Convergint Technical Apprenticeship Program begins with two and a half weeks of instruction and lab coursework, providing a foundation of knowledge that sets the stage for a future career.
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SIA: Biometric Applications ‘Could Become Impossible’ in Illinois

A facial data privacy law has long affected consumers in ways that were never intended and makes many beneficial technologies unavailable due to litigation risk, according to SIA.
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ESA Opens Registration for Virtual Town Hall Broadcast

The virtual event will include a comprehensive State of the Industry update, led by ESA Board of Director Michael Barnes.
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ASSA ABLOY Acquires High-Security Door Manufacturer Securitech

The Securitech buy is said to deliver on ASSA ABLOY’s strategy to strengthen its position in mature markets by adding complementary products and solutions to its core business.
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