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HID and Sharry have taken digital wallet-based student IDs into European higher education for the first time, delivering the capability at H-FARM College and enabling students, faculty and staff to access campus spaces using their smartphones or smartwatches. The deployment marks a significant milestone for European higher education, bringing together Sharry's smart access and workplace experience platform and HID's trusted identity solutions to deliver a seamless, digital-first campus experien...

Scality, a pioneer in cyber-resilient storage software for the AI era, announces the appointment of Greg DiFraia, former CEO of Inlayer, as Senior Vice President of AI Alliances and Partnerships. In this role, DiFraia will lead Scality’s global AI ecosystem strategy, driving strategic partnerships and go-to-market initiatives to accelerate enterprise AI adoption. DiFraia brings over two decades of experience scaling technology businesses, with deep expertise across data storage, global ma...

AMAROK, an industry-pioneer perimeter security company, announces it has completed a strategic investment in Evolon Technology, Inc., acquiring a 45% ownership stake in the company. Evolon provides AI-powered video monitoring and virtual guarding solutions for commercial businesses. The partnership brings together proven perimeter defence and AI-powered monitoring to stop threats earlier, reduce losses, and deliver stronger outcomes for customers. This investment reinforces AMAROK’s commi...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the release of a new whitepaper titled A Selection Guide to Motors for Humanoid Robotics Systems. Humanoid robotics is transitioning from research into commercial and industrial applications, increasing demand for high-performance actuation in dynamic environments. As these systems develop, actuator performance, torque den...

The Assistant Secretary for Investment Security to the U.S. Department of the Treasury will give a keynote address at the 12th National Conference on CFIUS, at the Convene Hamilton Square, Washington, DC, on April 22-23, 2026. The keynote address is taking place at 8:45 a.m. on April 22. In this role, Mr. Chris Pilkerton leads the inter-agency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Outbound investment security program. Mr. Pilkerton previously served in appointed a...

Hochiki Europe will exhibit at The Fire Safety Event 2026, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, from 28 to 30 April. As Innovation Theatre sponsor and a returning exhibitor, the company will use this year's event to showcase new products, run live demonstrations and deliver three expert sessions across all three days of the show. Visitors to the Hochiki stand E97 will be able to see the company's latest products and systems in action. The new FIREscape Nepto black range w...

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026 – 2030) has set a decisive course toward high quality, innovation-driven growth, calling for modern industrial systems powered by digital intelligence and advanced manufacturing. Aligned with this direction, Intersec Shanghai will return from 7 – 9 May 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai, bringing together domestic industry leaders and global exhibitors. A newly introduced International Zone will be a key hig...

The 27th edition of Secutech opens today at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, featuring around 400 exhibitors from nine countries and regions, including China, Germany, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, the UK and the US. Spanning over 15,000 sqm, the fair is primed to deliver a vibrant showcase of intelligent, secure, and sustainable solutions for the security and fire safety industries, affirming its position as Asia Pacific’s hub for innovation and procurement. Amid growing e...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the organisation for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education worldwide, announces the winners of its Annual Awards 2026, recognising outstanding achievement across the global university security community. The awards were presented on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, at the AUCSO Gala Dinner and Awards Evening, held in the Great Hall at the University of Exeter, as part of the AUCSO Annual Conference and AGM 2026. M...

In busy offices, gyms, schools, hospitals, or co-working spaces, nobody wants to leave their belongings lying around, risking loss or theft. It often makes sense to provide space users with secure locker access. However, managing physical locker keys eats up staff time. Coin-operated lockers are inconvenient in an increasingly cashless world. The solution: digital access for lockers. A digital lock designed specifically for lockers and cabinets solves the most important challenges facing any se...

iDenfy, a global RegTech service and fraud prevention solution provider, has announced a new partnership with NuxGame, a B2B iGaming software provider with over 8 years of experience delivering solutions across international iGaming markets. This partnership formalises the integration of iDenfy’s identity verification technology into the NuxGame platform. NuxGame operator partners now benefit from a reliable solution for know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance. It is fully...

Zenitel, the provider of Unified Critical Communication Solutions, has named LAR Rep Group a Manufacturer’s Representative for the safety and security market in Mexico and Latin America. LAR, with offices in Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, and Argentina, is one of the largest and most recognized sales group in the region. Since 2003, it has represented the best security manufacturers with superior security and safety solutions to Latin America. That initial vision has transformed into a soli...

The security industry is positioning itself: months ahead of the event, Security Essen 2026 is already seeing strong demand from companies and a correspondingly high level of exhibitor participation. From 22 to 25 September at Messe Essen, trade visitors can look forward to a comprehensive market overview, a wealth of innovation and excellent opportunities for networking and business development. The ticket shop is now open; tickets for the trade fair are available at the Security Essen website...

Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces that, based on strong customer demand, Clumio, a Commvault company, is extending its cloud-native cyber resilience capabilities to Google Cloud Storage, while expanding support for the leading hyperscaler environments. Customers using Google Cloud Storage can leverage Clumio to protect and recover large-scale datasets powering AI and analytics workloads.  With this announcement, Clumio is bringing proven resilience...

Delta, a pioneer in power management and smart green solutions, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of industrial automation solutions at Hannover Messe 2026, (20–24 April 2026), in Hall 13, Stand C02. Delta will highlight how its advanced drives, HMI panels, and controller solutions enable smarter manufacturing by improving energy efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. At the same time, Delta ensures robust protection for customers across a wide range of industries, from mach...

Infosecurity Europe, the most influential information security event, running from 2-4 June 2026 at Excel London, announces a major focus on artificial intelligence across its 2026 programme, as new research reveals that nearly two-thirds (64%) of UK cybersecurity leaders believe Agentic AI will have the biggest impact on cybersecurity over the next three years. The findings, part of Infosecurity Europe’s 2026 Cybersecurity Trends Research, underscore the growing impact of AI on cybersecu...

Reconeyez, a provider of AI-powered, autonomous security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as Vice President - Sales EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as the company enters a new phase of international expansion, having joined the VOSKER group. Peter Young, CEO of Reconeyez, welcomed Mark, saying: “Mark joins Reconeyez at an incredibly exciting time for the business. Having joined the VOSKER group, we are bringing together two industry-leading techno...

dormakaba named Heather Torrey as its new Executive Vice President for the Americas. Torrey comes to dormakaba from Honeywell, where she most recently served as the General Manager for the Security and Access Solutions business in the Americas. A proven transformative leader, Torrey brings experience commercial organizations, managing complex channel structures, and working in international environments, including more than a decade in the Asia-Pacific region. Strengthening customer engagement...

Award‑winning design meets intelligent building communication: the D31x Series from DoorBird has been honoured with the internationally renowned iF DESIGN AWARD 2026, recognizing its pioneering design language and outstanding functional quality in the field of IP Video Door Stations. Developed for use in multi‑tenant buildings and larger building complexes, the series combines sophisticated aesthetics with high‑performance IP technology. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the world’s most impo...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is preparing for a strong return to The Security Event (TSE) 2026 in Birmingham later this month, bringing a wave of new solutions, an expanded European presence, and a continued focus on meaningful industry connection. Taking place at the NEC from 28-30 April (stand 5/F90), the event will provide a platform for Gallagher to demonstrate how its latest innovations are helping organisations unlock more while navigating an increasingly...

Reflecting on two decades of leadership and impact, Mark Junge, Chief Executive at Gallagher Security, says it was the company’s culture and people that first drew him in and what has kept him there ever since.  “Our strong culture naturally flows through to performance,” he says. “And today, the caliber of people we’re continuing to attract into the business is incredibly high, it’s something I’m really proud of.” Leadership experience Sin...

Advantex has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to protecting customer data, systems, and operations. ISO 27001 is the internationally recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a structured, risk-based approach to managing sensitive information. This ISO 27001 accreditation confirms that Advantex’s processes, controls, and governance meet rigorous global standards and hav...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, has named Peter Hargittay as its new Chief Revenue Officer. He brings more than 25 years’ experience designing revenue systems that align marketing, sales, partnerships and customer success. Hargittay’s background spans branding, demand generation, enterprise sales, partner ecosystems, and post-sale organisations. As CRO for Elite, he will be responsible for all revenue-generat...

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a pioneer in digital imaging solutions, announces the release of the MS-510, an innovative multi-purpose camera engineered to meet the rigorous demands of ultra-low-light full-colour video shooting. Building on the success of the MS-500, the new MS-510 is designed to deliver high-fidelity captures of everything from nocturnal wildlife and natural nightscapes to high-security areas such as seaports, public infrastructure facilities, and national borders where "seeing the unsee...

Allied Universal®, the pioneer security and facility services company, is pleased to announce that its chief security officer, retired Major General William J. Walker U.S. Army, has been named to the Government Executive 2026 Hall of Fame for his distinguished federal law enforcement and military career.   “General Walker’s induction into the Government Executive Hall of Fame is a significant recognition of his outstanding contributions to national security and public...

Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology and services, will showcase their integrated portfolio of mission-critical data center solutions and services to Data Center World in Washington, D.C., April 20-23. At the centre of the showcase will be a live application of a full-scale Krieger STC 51 specialty door, seamlessly integrated with the Schlage L Series Electronic Latch Retraction and LCN 4040XP heavy duty closer. The exhibit demonstrates how Allegion integrates physical secu...

Redsquid, the UK-based managed technology and cybersecurity provider, has announced a significant expansion of its business with the acquisition of Partnership Education, strengthening its specialist education sector capability as it continues to scale across the UK. The acquisition of Partnership Education by B Corp-certified Redsquid, brings a highly established education-focused technology provider and nearly 80 employees into the Redsquid group. It is Redsquid’s biggest acquisition to...

Gunnebo Canada in partnership with Hamilton Security has delivered a large-scale vault solution for a major third-party logistics provider in Canada’s pharmaceutical sector, supporting a new approach to the secure storage of controlled substances. The project is the first vault of its kind in Canada to be manufactured and commissioned in line with updated Health Canada requirements, enabling the storage of narcotics under multiple licences within a single facility. Meeting regulatory req...

Comelit-PAC has launched GDX Next, the next generation of its established GDX door entry platform, designed to support the operational and security requirements of local authorities and private social housing providers managing residential estates. For many years, GDX systems have been installed across local authority and social housing properties, helping to manage secure access to apartment buildings and shared entrances. Remote management strategies As housing providers oversee increasingl...

After five years of driving innovation through digital channels, secsolutionforum is set to take the stage in Bologna, marking a pivotal moment in the event's evolution. The exhibition-conference will take place on October 7–8, 2026, at the BolognaFiere exhibition center. Organised by Ethos Media Group, this strategic shift to an in-person format aims to foster deeper connections across the security and cybersecurity ecosystem. The choice of BolognaFiere—a world-class international...