The Evolving Reality of Insider Threats Organizations today face a growing and evolving threat that often originates not from an outside hacker or criminal organization, but from within their own workforce, vendor networks, and trusted partnerships. Insider threats continue to...

By Nic Moretto, SAS-AP® | Founder & CEO, Tactful Elite Security Solutions (TESS Global) Abstract Large-scale event security operations fail not from lack of staffing but from lack of systems — and no system matters more than the one that governs...

This weekend, an individual, described by authorities as mentally unstable, attempted to breach the Secret Service security perimeter during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, DC, one of the most tightly controlled and high-visibility protective events in the United States.  In the immediate aftermath of incidents like this, a...

A late-night incident at the Hollywood Hills residence of Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin has brought renewed attention to the evolving security risks faced by high-profile individuals in residential environments. Actor Dylan Sprouse Restrains a Trespasser Shortly after midnight on April...

In the world of high-stakes Executive Protection (EP), the traditional model of security often treats "medical" as a reactive fallback, a kit in the trunk, or a basic CPR certification. But when a principal is traveling through a non-permissive environment...

Executive protection operations rely on preparation, coordination, and accurate information. While many teams still rely on spreadsheets, messaging apps, and scattered notes, a new generation of operational software is beginning to transform how protection teams work. One of the platforms...

After weeks of community submissions and a vetting process, here are the considerations for the top EP schools of 2026. All of the schools and courses were tested against our three core eligibility criteria, including: Operating their own dedicated...

For frequent travelers, HNWIs, and those in the public eye, hotel security is no longer only a nice thing to have; it’s a necessity. With threats and assailants becoming more clever, hotel security tactics and systems need to evolve...

Finding the right close protection job is about far more than spotting an opening and sending a CV. The most successful operators take a strategic approach, keeping skills sharp, staying visible in the industry, and knowing exactly where quality...

In the fifth edition of our breakthrough series, EP Wired is taking a closer look at executive protection in Argentina. We have interviewed three industry professionals and asked them to share their experiences working in the country. Here's what...