Access control news

Following the introduction of BLAZE VMS, Hanwha Vision announced a new lineup of BLAZE appliances, purpose-built systems designed to simplify deployment and operation of the hybrid video management platform. Optimised for BLAZE VMS, the appliances provide organisations with a streamlined way to deploy scalable video surveillance systems while reducing installation complexity and ongoing system management. Purpose-built appliances for simplified deployment BLAZE appliances are specifically en...

Safetrust announced its support for Aliro Enterprise and is demonstrating the first Aliro Enterprise physical credential alongside Aliro credentials on Mobile.  Aliro is the new industry specification for access credentials and reader communication, developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) with support from more than 400 partner organisations, including Safetrust. Designed to address interoperability challenges across thousands of vendors, solution providers, and partners, A...

Hanwha Vision is expanding its surveillance ecosystem with BLAZE VMS, a next-generation hybrid Video Management System (VMS) designed to simplify system deployment, AI-powered investigations, and multi-site management across modern surveillance environments. Built as a true Hanwha end-to-end platform, BLAZE integrates seamlessly with Hanwha Vision cameras and devices while combining on-premises system performance with cloud-based federation and centralised user management. The hybrid architectu...

SAFR, a RealNetworks company and a pioneer in AI-powered computer vision for physical security, and Anava, an expert in intelligent video solutions, announces a new edge AI solution that runs SAFR facial recognition directly on Axis Communications’ network cameras using the Axis Camera Application Platform (ACAP). The joint offering enables highly accurate, real-time facial recognition and video analytics at the edge, reducing infrastructure costs while increasing performance and deployme...

Alfred International, designer and manufacturer of secure, modern smart locks for residential and multifamily environments, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Lock, DB2S, and DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt Series—each built on Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) 800 Series technology—have earned certification from Alarm.com. The certification expands Alfred’s compatibility with one of the most widely deployed and trusted smart security platforms in North America and reinforces the compan...

LevelBlue, the world’s largest pure-play provider of managed security services, and SentinelOne, the AI Security pioneer, announces a global strategic partnership to deliver integrated, intelligence-driven security operations for organisations worldwide. The collaboration brings together SentinelOne’s Purple AI and Singularity Platform with LevelBlue’s threat-intelligence-led operations and Indigo™ security platform to enhance visibility, accelerate detection, and streng...

ASSA ABLOY will return to ISC West 2026 to showcase its range of access solutions proven to enhance security, convenience, and peace of mind. Visitors to Booth #8061 can see ASSA ABLOY's latest innovations in comprehensive door security and access control, and discuss real-world challenges with the company’s team of experts. Supporting the industry “Staying ahead of emerging challenges and opportunities starts with meaningful conversations and collaboration,” says Angelo Fae...

Telaeris, Inc., a provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces a major expansion of the XPressEntry platform at ISC West 2026 with the introduction of XPressEntry Guard Tour, expanding the XPressEntry handheld experience to include advanced patrol tracking and guard tour management. Rather than forcing security teams to deploy separate guard tour devices, standalone software, or disconnected mobile apps, Telaeris has built Guard Tour directly into the sam...

Hikvision, a global pioneer in AIoT solutions, is set to participate in Hannover Messe 2026, the world's premier industrial trade fair, taking place from April 20-24 at the Hanover Exhibition Center, Germany. Underscoring its commitment "Shaping Industrial Digitalisation with AIoT," the company will exhibit at Hall 27-G84, demonstrating how AI-powered perception and intelligent analytics are transforming industrial operations across manufacturing, energy, and other critical sectors. Comprehen...

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Securitas Technology announced the launch of SecureStat® Cumulus, a next‑generation cloud video AI powered solution that delivers simple, scalable, and intelligent video management for organisations of all sizes. Recently recognised as one of Security Sales & Integration’s 2025 Year‑End Trend‑Setting Technologies, SecureStat Cumulus is redefining how businesses can leverage video to improve security and optimise business performance.   User friendly SecureStat Cumulus bring...

 Zero Networks announced the Kubernetes Access Matrix, a real-time visual map that exposes every allowed and denied rule inside Kubernetes clusters. The new capability enables security and DevOps teams to see, understand, and control Kubernetes access at scale, closing "understanding what is going on inside K8s” gaps that leave organisations exposed to lateral movement and operational risk. About Kubernetes In most IT environments, security and infrastructure teams control wha...

Securitas Technology, one of the world's largest electronic security companies, and Ambient.ai, the pioneer in Agentic Physical Security, announces a global reseller agreement to bring the Ambient.ai platform to Securitas Technology’s global client base. The platform transforms traditional security into proactive threat detection and automation where AI continuously perceives, understands, and acts on real-world events in real time alongside human operators. Physical security solutions...

F5, Inc., the global pioneer in delivering and securing every app and API, and Skyfire, the agentic commerce platform providing identity and payment infrastructure for AI agents, announces a technology partnership designed to enable enterprises to securely allow verified AI agents while still blocking malicious actors. The planned integration brings Skyfire’s open Know Your Agent (KYA) protocol to the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform (ADSP), intended to enable merchants and c...

AlarMax, a national distributor of security, fire, access control, surveillance, and AV solutions, today announced the appointment of Mark Benedetti as Chief Financial Officer. Benedetti brings more than 20 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, and strategic operations, with a track record of leading high-performing teams, supporting large-scale growth initiatives, and driving financial discipline across complex organizations. Corporate growth initiatives Most recently, Benede...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has partnered with UBS at multiple sites across India to deliver security solutions designed to support controlled and reliable movement within an upgraded commercial office environment. The UBS offices regularly experience busy periods, particularly at the start and end of the working day. The company needed a solution that could handle high volumes of people without causing queues or delays, while still meeting internal security requirements. Main entrance control sy...

Yubico, a cybersecurity company and creator of the YubiKey, the most secure passkey, at RSA Conference announced the expansion of its Enrolment services – available exclusively through YubiKey as a Service – to include support for simple and secure in-the-field enrolment of YubiKeys for Microsoft and PingID environments.  These expanded enrolment options help customers fast track to phishing-resistance and passwordless, and more easily customise and secure their EntraID and Pin...

Arctic Wolf®, the cybersecurity and AI company, announces the availability of the new Aurora Agentic SOC™. This new offering redefines the SOC operating model by placing AI at the core, shifting from a legacy human-led approach to an agent-driven model that delivers better outcomes and stronger ROI for IT and security leaders. Built on the Aurora® Superintelligence Platform, the Aurora Agentic SOC combines Arctic Wolf’s pioneering Concierge Experience™ with turnkey age...

March Networks®, a global pioneer in intelligent video surveillance and business intelligence, and VIVOTEK, a foemost global provider of IP cameras and cloud video solutions, jointly announced the merger of VIVOTEK’s branded business (OBM) with March Networks to deliver greater scale and a stronger, end-to-end video security portfolio spanning cloud, hybrid, and on-premise video surveillance environments. Together, the two companies combine complementary strengths in enterprise v...

SwiftConnect’s connected access network for places and spaces brings together existing physical access systems, identity providers, and IT ecosystems into one open, unified network, replacing friction with fluidity to make access feel effortless. Organisations can enable on-demand mobile credentials and centrally manage the physical credential lifecycle to deliver secure, consistent experiences across every door, floor, and shared resource – all without proprietary lock-in. D...

Johnson Controls a global technology pioneer in energy efficiency, decarbonisation, thermal management and mission-critical performance, introduced the fifth generations of both its DSC PowerSeries Neo security system and its IQ Panel, bolstering the company’s intrusion detection capabilities for residential and commercial settings to protect what matters most.  Delivering ease of use These latest updates will be displayed at ISC West 2026 in Las Vegas from March 23-27 (Bo...

Alarm.com, the foremost platform for intelligently connected properties, announced it will showcase new AI powered platform advancements and product innovations at ISC West 2026.  Following a milestone year surpassing $1 billion in annual revenue, Alarm.com continues to scale its unified platform to meet accelerating global demand for smarter, more connected protection across residential and commercial environments.  Single cloud based platform Alarm.com brings security, video, acce...

Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies and software at ISC West 2026 (booth #23051), the security industry’s most comprehensive and converged trade show occurring from March 23–27, 2026, at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. “Today, the access control industry demands more than just hardware, credentials or standalone software,” said Mark Casey, vic...

At ISC West 2026, HID, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announced the launch of HID Converged Credentials at booth #9053. This solution allows organisations to secure their facilities and manage employee identities and credentials through a single, unified platform. Designed to give security teams a practical path to modernise their identity architecture, the solution consolidates physical and logical access under a single phishing-resistant credential, reducing vendor complexity and s...

Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announced an expanded integration with Microsoft Security to better connect threat detection with trusted recovery. The new integration uses Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Security Copilot, and the Commvault Cloud platform to streamline resilience operations (ResOps) and enable real-time data insights, helping organisations move quickly from identifying a threat to validating and restoring clean data faster with greater confidence....

Gallagher Security announces the release of its new F5 and F6 Fence Controllers, marking the latest generation of enhanced safety monitored pulse fence technology. Engineered to set a new benchmark in safety, performance, and reliability, the F5 and F6 Fence Controllers introduce advanced safety features designed to meet the demands of modern security environments. Flexible deployment options Purpose-built for high-performance perimeter protection, the new fence controllers provide intelligen...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneer security and facility services company, announces HELIAUS® Guest, its automated enterprise visitor management system designed to replace antiquated clipboard visitor sign-in methods. Part of the company’s AI-driven HELIAUS workforce management solution, HELIAUS Guest manages every stage of the visitor experience by simplifying pre-screening and automating compliance reporting. Creating safer environments “Organisations today are...

Teleport announced Beams, a trusted runtime designed to solve the security and IAM challenges blocking teams from designing and running AI agents in production infrastructure. Beams runs each agent in an isolated Firecracker VM with built-in identity. Each Beam is connected to infrastructure and inference services without secrets, with audit and access control. Function Beams addresses a key challenge engineers face when designing agentic workflows for infrastructure. Engineers want to devel...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and foremost provider of gunshot detection solutions, announced that its SDS Perimeter Outdoor Gunshot Detection System is now available following the successful completion of its beta testing program. Purpose-built for exterior environments, SDS’s new outdoor technology extends the company’s proven gunshot detection capabilities beyond building interiors to provide earlier threat awareness across campuses, building perimeters, p...

Demand for data centres is growing at a remarkable rate. Data’s strategic importance, for both commercial and non-commercial organisations, makes physical security fundamental at these sites. In addition, national and regional regulations place ever more stringent requirements on in-house and co-location operators to take a secure approach to data management and protection. Data’s sensitive nature also brings data centres within the scope of the EU’s NIS2 and Cyber Resilience...