Access control news

Atos, a global pioneer in AI-powered digital transformation, launched a Sovereign Managed eXtended Detection and Response (MXDR) service specifically designed for UK government, critical infrastructure, financial services, and other UK organisations requiring stringent data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. The new AI-powered MXDR service addresses mounting pressure on UK organisations to demonstrate complete control over sensitive security data, providing assured confidence following high...

iDenfy, a global RegTech company specialising in identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced the launch of its ROI Calculator tool, a dynamic comparison gadget that’s designed to help businesses understand the financial Know Your Customer (KYC) service cost impact compared to other popular providers in the industry. iDenfy’s calculator provides finance and compliance officers, as well as product leaders, with transparent, data-driven projections of verification c...

Proximus Global, the foremost digital communications company, and Aakash Educational Services Limited, a premier EdTech and coaching provider in India, announced the rollout of silent verification powered by the Konera API Platform.  This deployment modernises the student onboarding across India by verifying users directly through the mobile network.  This more advanced authentication method performs a background network check to remove friction, increase reliability, and provide a s...

Tech consultancy AND Digital, has partnered with conemis to help businesses to deliver security-focused data transformation and cloud projects for enterprises.  Details about the transformation The combined offering of AND Digital and conemis enables enterprises to address both the strategic and technical dimensions of transformation, from architecture and product design to scalable, secure data transition and consolidation. As enterprises increasingly invest in AI, automation, and indus...

Genetec Inc, the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced Genetec Cloudlink™ 2210. Designed for complex, enterprise-scale deployments, the new cloud-managed appliance addresses the practical challenges enterprises face when adopting a cloud-managed model at scale, including cloud storage costs, support for existing devices that do not enable direct-to-cloud connectivity, and the need to maintain local operation during connectivity disruptions.  About the C...

Xtract One Technologies announced its Xtract One SmartGateway system has been selected by the British Museum to protect all venue entrances following extensive on-site testing and evaluation. The British Museum, one of the world’s most recognised cultural institutions and home to historically significant objects, including the Rosetta Stone, chose SmartGateway to meet rigorous protection standards while providing seamless ingress and flexible operations. Why SmartGateway Testing results...

IDEMIA Public Security, a global pioneer of secure and trusted biometric based solutions, and Trinsic, the foremost infrastructure provider for digital ID acceptance, announced a partnership to accelerate adoption of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) across the United States. Through this strategic partnership, Trinsic will serve as an acceptance layer for IDEMIA Public Security-issued mobile credentials, enabling organisations to securely and seamlessly accept mDLs online during onboarding...

The Connectivity Standards Alliance (Alliance) announced the release of the Aliro 1.0 specification, a new communication protocol and credential standard designed to revolutionise how users interact with access points in every aspect of their lives. While the convenience of unlocking a smart home lock often captures public attention, Aliro is built for broader impact, aiming to streamline interoperability across varied access control use cases, including corporate offices, universities, h...

LVT, the pioneer in rapidly deployable security solutions, announces a strategic partnership for License Plate Recognition (LPR) capabilities powered by Insight LPR, to be generally available in May. This advanced solution, which can be seamlessly affixed to LVT’s mobile units, is purpose-built for private-sector customers across retail, transportation, construction, property management, and commercial environments. For data privacy, LPR data is securely confined to an individual customer...

ImageSat International, a pioneer in space-based intelligence solutions, reports that the KNIGHT development program is progressing according to schedule and has entered its final stages. The satellite is designed to strengthen ISI’s operational portfolio by delivering persistent, high-clarity observation of critical targets across day, night, and degraded visibility environments, enabling effective collection in low-visibility conditions such as haze, smoke, fog, and during dawn and dusk...

AlarMax, a national distributor of security, fire, access control, surveillance, and AV solutions, announces the appointment of Steve Teitelbaum as its fractional chief technology officer (CTO), effective January 2026. The move signals a major investment in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and scalable infrastructure as the company enters its next phase of growth. For Teitelbaum, the role represents both a professional milestone and a personal homecoming. The son of AlarMax Chai...

Camden Door Controls will feature a number of its new and door activation, control, access, and locking solutions during ISC West 2026, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 25-27 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Centre, booth #7025. Among these are the recently launched CX-EPD1299L ½-inch Surface Mount RIM Strike with Preload, and the proprietary Kinetic 900 MHz. No-Battery Wireless Door Control System. Brushed stainless steel “We have introduced the industry's first ½...

Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi by Hirsch announces the release of GARDiS Pro v3.2, the latest evolution of its powerful access control software platform. The new version introduces a series of enhancements designed to strengthen system security, improve wireless locking integration, and simplify installation and commissioning for partners and end users. GARDiS Pro v3.2 reflects TDSi by Hirsch’s ongoing commitment to delivering a future-ready access control ecosys...

Veeam® Software, the Data and AI Trust Company, announced Agent Commander, the first unified solution to help organizations safely detect AI risk, protect AI systems, and undo AI mistakes, empowering them to proactively address AI-driven risks and securely scale AI agents everywhere. Introducing Agent Commander The first integration from Veeam’s successful acquisition of Securiti AI, Agent Commander combines the market-leading capabilities of both to give organizations visibility, co...

Yubico, a modern cybersecurity company and creator of the most secure passkeys, announced the launch of YubiNation Partners, a new global channel programme designed to unite a community of security experts. In the face of growing AI-driven cyber threats, the programme enables partners to become trusted advisors and cultivate a safer digital world for their customers, making identities private and secure. YubiKeys As the average cost of a corporate security breach climbs to $4.4 million, with...

Arctic Wolf®, a pioneer in security operations, announces it has acquired Sevco Security, an innovator in exposure assessment platforms. Sevco’s cloud-native technology will operate on the Arctic Wolf Aurora Platform, unifying asset intelligence, vulnerability context, and security control coverage to help organisations continuously identify and prioritise exposures across hybrid environments. In the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Exposure Assessment Platforms, Sevco Secu...

ANSecurity, a specialist cybersecurity consultancy, has successfully delivered a long-term cyber resilience programme for a pioneering UK organisation operating in the racing and leisure sector, helping to protect complex digital infrastructure while supporting uninterrupted operations across its heritage venues. The organisation operates award-winning racecourse venues alongside a hotel, bars and event facilities, welcoming tens of thousands of visitors annually. With an IT estate spanning t...

Deep Sentinel, the pioneer of AI-enhanced live-guard security surveillance, announced its integration with UniFi, giving thousands of UniFi Protect users instant access to Deep Sentinel’s real-time, human-verified crime prevention system. About UniFi UniFi, one of the world’s biggest and most recognized camera manufacturers, is now integrated with Deep Sentinel’s AI-enhanced monitoring platform. This milestone bridges trusted UniFi Protect infrastructure with Deep Sent...

A sharp rise in the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging points in rural and underdeveloped areas is creating a dangerous security blind spot that is being exploited by organised crime groups seeking high-value copper cabling. Rural installations of charging ports surged by 45% last year - outpacing the 35% growth seen in urban settings according to recent government data - and are essential for the UK’s 2030 infrastructure goals. However, this rapid roll-out into isolated areas...

Today marks the launch of LEAF Verified, a next-generation credential platform that transforms how organisations deploy and manage physical access credentials. Built on NXP® Semiconductors' MIFARE DUOX™ product, LEAF Verified uses Public Key (PK) cryptography to eliminate encryption key management while enabling true interoperability across any compatible device, fulfilling the LEAF Community's mission of a single credential that works everywhere. The LEAF Community is a global forum...

Interface Systems, a foremost managed service provider delivering business security, networking and business intelligence solutions to multi-location enterprises, announced that it has been recognised as a Great Place to Work® Certified™ workplace for the third consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback collected through the independent Great Place to Work Trust Index® survey.  Consistent strengths of the organisation In the 2026 survey, 82% of Interface empl...

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), the middle market private equity buyout team within Morgan Stanley Investment Management, announced the acquisition of Security 101, a foremost provider of commercial security integration services. About Security 101 Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Security 101 provides mission-critical security integration services for organisations spanning a diverse customer base including healthcare, education, government, manuf...

At Light + Building, the international trade fair for lighting and building services technology, DoorBird will present its brand-new solutions for intelligent door communication and access control.  The exhibition takes place from March 8 to 13 in Frankfurt am Main and provides the ideal platform to introduce new technological developments and forward-looking system concepts. Products in display In Hall 11.1, Booth B85, DoorBird will showcase its comprehensive portfolio – ranging f...

DeterTech is pleased to confirm its attendance at the Solar Careers Hub Glasgow, taking place on 25th February at the Technology & Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde.  UK solar sector Organised by Solar Careers UK, the event brings together employers, students and industry professionals to address skills development and workforce growth across the UK solar sector – one of the fastest growing and most future-proof industries in the world.  Supporting protection A...

Skills for Security is at The Security Event to highlight the importance of structured training and apprenticeships, supporting skills and competence across the fire and security sectors. With a football theme in honour of the World Cup, on stand 4/P10, positioned between the fire and security areas of the show, the UK’s provider of fire and security training and apprenticeships will feature a dedicated area, designed to engage installers from across the UK. It will showcase how upskillin...

At ISC West 2026, booth #28039, Acoem will showcase the latest version of its ATD Gunshot Detection system, featuring an expanded acoustic intelligence engine capable of analysing 96 distinct attributes of a gunshot event in real time. The 96-attribute framework reflects how modern gunshot detection has moved beyond simple loud-noise thresholds. Each acoustic event is evaluated across a broad range of waveform, spectral, temporal, and ballistic characteristics, such as impulse shape, rise time,...

From 24 to 26 March, IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH will be presenting innovations in image processing at LogiMAT 2026 in Stuttgart. Visitors to the European Machine Vision Association (EMVA) joint stand can expect to see a wide range of pioneering camera technologies for greater transparency, efficiency and process reliability in (intra)logistics. Machine vision solutions LogiMAT is one of the platforms for innovations in material flow, automation and digital transformation. In this en...

Comelit-PAC returns to The Security Event 2026 to present the full breadth of its integrated security and fire safety portfolio, alongside an F1 simulator experience. On stand 5/F60, Comelit-PAC will showcase its door entry, access control, fire safety systems, CCTV and intruder technologies, reflecting how security and fire safety systems are increasingly delivered in practice. Fire safety systems By displaying its ranges side by side, Comelit-PAC will give installers, integrators and consul...

Secutech returns to the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre from 22 – 24 April 2026, bringing together over 400 exhibitors across five dedicated zones. The 2026 edition coincides with Taiwan’s accelerating national efforts in AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent infrastructure; areas that are increasingly central to both economic strategy and public sector development. This focus translates into a practical showcase of technologies that meet real-world needs across smart living, public s...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched NexGate, a compact entrance control solution designed to support retailers with secure, efficient movement through self-checkout environments. NexGate has been engineered specifically for high-traffic retail checkout zones. Its sliding leaf mechanism creates a controlled physical barrier that remains closed until a valid receipt or barcode is presented, reinforcing exit validation without introducing friction into the customer journey. Robust loss preventi...