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DigiCert, a pioneering provider of digital trust, released its first RADAR Threat Intelligence Brief, a quarterly publication delivering data-driven insights on emerging cyber threats.  Drawing from trillions of network events across DigiCert’s global security platform, including UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect, and UltraWAF, RADAR provides one of the most comprehensive views of the evolving threat landscape. Fundamental shift in cyber warfare The Q3 2025 RADAR brief highlights an unpr...

SOS Technologies, a pioneer in life safety and emergency communication solutions, announced that New York City has partnered with SOS to deploy its first of a kind “Emergency Alert System” (EAS) to help protect NYC public schools experiencing an active -safety threat. This innovative system enables direct, instant communication between schools and first responders, slashing notification times from minutes to under ten seconds. The new Emergency Alert System, created in partnership...

Cyber threats are growing in scale and sophistication with major incidents this year disrupting supply chains, halting operations and driving losses into hundreds of millions. Responding to this challenge, EclecticIQ, a pioneer in cyber threat intelligence technology, announced version 3.6 of its ‘Intelligence Centre’ platform which brings next-generation functionality designed to help organisations analyse, structure, and share cyber insights. Deeper AI assistance and modelling B...

Hikvision has introduced a suite of products, solutions, and services designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) and their security installers work smarter and grow faster. The launch event, called "Unlock AI, Unlock SMB Growth" and part of the HikTech Star Tour 2025, brought together Hikvision's SMB business partners from around the world at its campus in Hangzhou, China. At the core of these innovations are the Hikvision Guanlan Large-Scale AI Models. These are boosting performa...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a global pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), has partnered with the Taylor, Michigan Police Department to launch a community safety initiative utiling RADCam Enterprise. The pilot programme will evaluate how RADCam Enterprise’s AI-enabled interactive capabilities can help deter crime and enhance community safety across local businesses....

Skills for Security is attending the inaugural Security Event Asia to highlight its commitment to building a skilled, professional security workforce through apprenticeships, technical qualifications and continuing professional education. As the UK’s foremost provider of training and skills development for the security industry, on stand 1525, Skills for Security will share practical and digital ways the sector can attract new talent, upskill existing staff, and respond to changing techno...

iDenfy, a global pioneering RegTech company specialising in identity verification and fraud prevention, announced the launch of its new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solution, designed to screen individuals and businesses against various AML databases, such as global sanctions lists. The updated framework defines how iDenfy’s automated AML system prevents, detects, and monitors money laundering risks to provide the best suitable tool to comply with international regulatory standards and rec...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Metal Products Inc. (“MPI”), a US manufacturer of custom-made hollow metal doors and frames. "I am very pleased to welcome MPI to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business," says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. MPI's strong reputation "MPI has built a strong reputation in our industry for trusted, consistent delive...

AlarMax is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Ehrman to Senior Vice President, Supply Chain, reflecting the company’s commitment to building a world-class supply chain infrastructure to support its dealers, branches, and vendor partners nationwide. Ehrman brings decades of experience across security, distribution, and retail channels, with a reputation for forging high-impact supplier relationships and creating smarter, more responsive systems for inventory and fulfillmen...

Keycafe, a global pioneer in cloud connected key management, continues to expand the success of its MS5 SmartBox, an advanced solution already trusted by automotive businesses worldwide. Built for teams managing anywhere from a few to hundreds of vehicles, the MS5 has become a new benchmark for key management, control, and traceability. “Every lost or misplaced key can disrupt workflow and damage customer confidence,” said Jason Crabb, CMO and Co-founder of Keycafe. “The MS5...

Comelit-PAC has appointed James Pyle as Business Development Manager (BDM) for the Northwest, reinforcing its commitment to providing specialist support for customers across the region. James joins with a strong background in the security and building technologies sector, having worked with installers, consultants and end users on tailored solutions in both residential and commercial markets.  His primary focus at Comelit-PAC will be Door Entry a continued area of core growth, together wi...

Sentrycs, a global pioneer in Protocol Manipulation-based counter-drone technology—commonly known as Cyber over RF, and Omnisys, a global expert in mission optimisation for defence and homeland security, have announced a strategic collaboration that combines their technologies to improve the planning and deployment of sensor systems in multi-domain operations.   The joint solution merges Sentrycs’ field-proven C-UAS systems with Omnisys’ BRO-AD (Battle Resource Optim...

Consort Architectural Hardware is proud to announce its debut appearance at the London Build Expo 2025, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth and presence within the UK construction industry. The two-day event, taking place between the 19th - 20th of November at the Olympia London, welcomes the best innovation, technology and services across the construction sector, with visitors of stand P40 able to find a wide-ranging display of Consort’s leading ironmongery products a...

Keycafe, a pioneer in cloud-connected key management, continues to expand the success of its MS5 SmartBox, an advanced solution already trusted by automotive businesses worldwide. Built for teams managing anywhere from a few to hundreds of vehicles, the MS5 has become a new benchmark for key management, control, and traceability. MS5 SmartBox “Every lost or misplaced key can disrupt workflow and damage customer confidence,” said Jason Crabb, CMO and Co-founder of Keycafe. “...

In the present technologically driven world, the future of commercial security systems holds boundless potential. As businesses are becoming more digital, the necessity for advanced security measures is apparent now more than ever.  The advancements in technology are significantly influencing the design and capabilities of these security systems. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning are projected to play a central role in commercial security systems. These technologies have t...

RecFaces, a global developer of facial recognition software solutions, announces its upcoming expert panel discussion, “Face of Security: Biometrics for MENA Corporate Facilities,” which will take place online on November 20 at 3:00 PM (GMT+4).  The event will bring together major security and technology professionals from RecFaces and Avigilon to discuss how facial biometrics is redefining the protection and management of corporate environments across the Middle East and North...

AtlasIED, a pioneering company in the commercial audio and security sectors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Javdani as Vice President of Market Development for Security Solutions. This appointment supports the company's growing commitment to security-oriented communication solutions and strategic partnerships within the ecosystem. Prior roles of Javdani  Javdani has extensive expertise in both the audio and security sectors, earning a solid reputation as a respected vo...

Kaseya, the pioneering provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software for small businesses, announced its fall 2025 innovations.  The release includes more than 90 enhancements aimed at transforming customer outcomes and economics through automation, cybersecurity, and end-to-end experience. End-to-end IT and security platform “These new capabilities deliver on the direct feedback we have received from our partners,” said Jim Lippie, Chief Product Officer at...

AuditBoard, the AI-powered global platform for connected risk transforming audit, risk, and compliance, announced the launch of Accelerate, a powerful new AI solution that delivers natural-language workflows, continuous auditing and monitoring, document intelligence, and agentic AI. The launch builds on the strong foundation of AuditBoard’s existing AI innovations, further empowering global risk teams with the world’s first AI-driven connected risk platform. AuditBoard’s new...

AuditBoard, the pioneering AI-powered global platform for connected risk transforming audit, risk, and compliance, announced it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire FairNow, an end-to-end, purpose-built AI Governance (“AI Gov”) platform. FairNow further enhances AuditBoard’s industry-pioneering capabilities with intelligent, automated, and step-by-step AI compliance guidance. With AI Governance requirements expanding globally, AuditBoard customers are now uniquely pos...

Wavestore, a global provider of video management systems (VMS), announced the release of WaveView v6.44, the latest version of its platform designed to cut incident response times and streamline daily security operations.  The update introduces core enhancements, including Interactive Maps, a redesigned device navigation system, and improved search and review workflows, aimed at helping operators, integrators, and end-users work faster and more effectively. Importance of time “Secu...

Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, announced that its CEO, Stan Oliver, has been named one of The Daily Record’s 2025 Most Admired CEOs in the category of Private Company with 50 or Fewer Employees. Oliver earned this recognition for his visionary leadership, groundbreaking innovations in proactive cybersecurity, and steadfast commitment to diversity and workforce development — qualities that continue to shape Camelot Secure’s growth and industry impact. I...

Allegion UK is proud to return as sponsor for this year’s Diploma in Scheduling award at the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Education Awards, taking place at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms on Thursday, 20th November, 2025. This year’s ceremony marks the 45th GAI Education Awards, which is recognised as a flagship event in the annual architectural ironmongery calendar and for the second year running, Allegion UK is sponsoring this award to celebrate the outstanding ac...

Acoru, the Madrid-based startup that stops AI-enabled fraud and money laundering, has raised a €10m Series A round led by 33N Ventures. Existing investors Adara Ventures and Athos Capital also joined the round. The fresh funding will accelerate Acoru’s mission to help banks predict and prevent AI-powered fraud and money laundering before any transaction is initiated. Generative AI-driven scams Generative AI-driven scams – deepfakes, voice cloning...

Cyware, a pioneer in AI-powered threat intelligence management, automation, and security orchestration, announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft built on deep product integrations to help global enterprises and public sector organisations operationalise threat intelligence with greater speed, ease and confidence. The partnership delivers a uniquely integrated threat intelligence workflow across Cyware and Microsoft Sentinel, giving customers a faster path from threat insights to action....

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security and public safety solutions, announced the launch of its i-PRO Security Radar, a new category of outdoor video monitoring devices, designed to enhance perimeter protection in mission-critical environments. Operating on advanced 60GHz millimeter wave technology, the Security Radar system supports integration with up to four AI-enabled i-PRO PTZ cameras to deliver precise detection and real-time visual tracki...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), has signed Property Security Services PSS Ltd. (Propertysec) as Master Distributor for the United Kingdom. This appointment represents a key milestone in RAD’s international expansion strategy, enabling the Company to introduce its ecosystem of AI-powered security and property protection solutions, including ROSA, RIO, ROAMEO, RADCam Enterprise, SARA, and mor...

Hikvision has announced that it will host the Shaping Intelligence 2025 – Commercial Summit from November 19-21, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand. Under the theme "Intelligent Commerce for Thriving Businesses," the summit will bring together 250+ senior executives, business leaders, technology innovators, and industry experts to explore intelligent commercial transformation, paving the way for thriving businesses. Intelligent commerce solutions "We are excited to gather industry pioneers in B...

Nice, a pioneer in home and building management solutions, has launched the SwingSmart™ 535 and SlideSmart™ 535 – next-generation commercial gate operators built for pros who demand performance, reliability, and smarter control. Designed with advanced brushless DC motor technology and next-gen control intelligence, the new 535 Series delivers smooth, quiet, and efficient operation even in demanding environments – from gated communities and estates to commercial sites and...

MKS Inc., a global provider of enabling technologies that transform the world, has announced at ADEX Seoul the Ophir SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens, the industry's first compact, continuous zoom lens designed specifically for SXGA (1280 × 1024 pixels) uncooled LWIR detectors with 10-12 µm pixels. By unlocking the full resolution of next-generation LWIR sensors, the SupIR lens enables system integrators to deliver high-performance thermal imagery with reliable detection ranges in a form th...