Mercury Security’s next-generation LP intelligent controller platform built on the Linux operating system offers advanced security and performance, plus extensive support for third-party applications and integrations.

Mark C. Popkowski, CEO of PnewSoft LLC, Houston, Texas, has been in the security integration business for around 30 years, starting his own company, Modern System Concepts Inc., (MSC) about 20 years ago. Four years ago, Popkowski was searching for software to help him with inspections out in the field, particularly fire inspections.

GTCR, a private equity firm, signed a definitive agreement to sell GreatCall Inc. to Best Buy for cash consideration of $800 million. 

SOS Security, a provider of security personnel, has acquired First Security Services of San Jose, Calif.

Apollo Security Access Control has introduced the new ASP Series Controllers that add a new layer of flexibility by allowing ‘post-factory’ customization in addition to many other feature upgrades. This will put more control in the hands of integrators and even end users so they are not locked into hardware solutions that are ‘off the shelf’ and don’t provide any ability to adapt to customer specific needs for the present or the future, the company described.

Vector Security, ranked No. 4 on the SDM 100, announced a multi-year sponsorship agreement with the Carolina Hurricanes. Vector Security will receive in-arena sponsorship exclusivity in the home and business security categories and is named the “Official Security Partner of the Carolina Hurricanes” through the 2020-21 season.

On August 13, President Trump signed the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019, which authorizes FY2019 appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities. The bill does include language that would prohibit the U.S. government from using cameras from certain Chinese manufacturers, including Dahua and Hikvision. 

Josh Hauser Ink LLC and IP NetConnect announced a development deal in which Josh Hauser, creative director of MaxOut Technology, has also accepted the role of vice president of sales for IP NetConnect.

Bolide’s video fiber cables run 1,500 ft. in one cable run, according to the company.