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i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) is pleased to announce that security industry veteran, James Rothstein has been appointed as Global Executive Advisor. In his new role, Rothstein will work closely with i-PRO’s Leadership Team to develop go-to-market strategies aimed at expanding the company's global footprint and driving strategic growth. Prior roles of Rothstein  Rothstein brings over 30 years of executive experience in the security industry. Currently, he serves as C...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, and Immix, the pioneer in video and event-based monitoring software, have enhanced their longstanding partnership with a deeper integration that supports industry-pioneering AI analytics in video surveillance for Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs). The partnership supports a combined vision for security that ensures customers have the latest technologies to meet their evolving needs. AI improves accuracy and efficiency ARC operators receive ver...

DNAKE's 10-inch Smart Home Control Screen Ultra has significantly impacted the international stage, receiving high praise for its innovative design and exceptional performance. This remarkable product has been honoured with the Paris DNA Design Award and the London Design Award Gold, highlighting its status as a pioneer in design excellence and technological advancement. What are the DNA PARIS DESIGN AWARDS? The DNA PARIS DESIGN AWARDS is a highly resp...

The concept of facilities management is essential in the hospitality industry. The idea defines the calibre of services a business provides to its desired customers. Superior quality services can be delivered using facilities that meet client expectations attributable to a well-designed strategy. As a result, by employing the strategy, a business gets client satisfaction and grows in a competitive environment. The results from the evaluated hotels show the fundamentals of the facilities managem...

Over the past decade, security has grown significantly in modern computer networks. Security, thus, majorly influences a system’s performance and usability. Businesses and the common people can monitor movements and prevent crimes and threats in all sectors by employing various virtual techniques such as CCTV cameras, AI, sandboxing, and virtualisation. The capabilities of virtual systems have seen a drastic change, primarily through the fundamental shifts in how digital data is being gat...

Securitas Technology Corporation, a world pioneer in security solutions integration and alarm monitoring, has announced its participation at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 show, September 23-25, in Orlando, Florida. Visit Booth #1400 to discover firsthand how to elevate the security strategy. Securitas Technology will unveil its world-renowned annual Global Technology Outlook Report, featuring insights, trends, and data on emerging security topics across multiple verticals. T...

NSK Europe is pleased to announce the registering of a new branch in Ploiesti, Romania. The new office, which is being established as part of NSK Europe’s EIBU geographic expansion plan, will be fully functional by the end of September 2024. Plans for this move have been in place for the last two years, with NSK keen to establish a presence in a dynamic country with a rapidly developing marketplace. Ploiesti itself is one of the largest industrial centres in Romania, is located close to B...

One of these is the cloud-based software eBuild, with which users can generate their projects with a simple mouse click. The new Version 2025 is now available – with significant advantages in ease of use, operation, and for configurating and generating schematics. Automatically generating schematics is nothing new. Exactly how this happens is getting increasingly innovative and one thing is clear: the cloud has become indispensable in this process. Eplan’s eBuild software  Ep...

In late August, the Democratic National Convention drew capacity crowds to Chicago’s United Center. Protection for its high-profile guests came from multiple law enforcement agencies. Considering the state of domestic and international strife, protests, and the July assassination attempt on former President Trump, the city and DNC’s security concerns were justified. Delta Scientific’s portable safety barriers helped ensure top security at the event. Law enforcement agencies...

Peregrine Singapore has introduced iRobo, an indoor mobile robot with surveillance and advanced vision analytics capabilities, designed for use within the security and facilities management businesses for their clients. The iRobo is powered by Smart+ and has a telescopic camera placed on a 2-metre extendable boom arm that gives complete 360-degree visibility of its surroundings and helps capture an extensive amount of information for comprehensive surveillance and analytics.

The security industry has largely evolved, from just guarding, to transforming facilities into secure and efficient environments with intelligent technologies. Speaking of manufacturing facilities, which are largely spread across acres with thousands of people and vehicular traffic passing through its premises at any given time, can be challenging when it comes to maintaining security. What are those algorithms that work on the alert buttons? Or those automated vigils that track every movement?...

ST Engineering spotlighted over 20 AI-powered solutions at its InnoTech Conference 2024, expanding AI’s uses and benefits for businesses and critical sectors. Notable AI applications include advanced fraud and deepfake detection, guided crime analysis, real-time emergency response, and the optimisation of hospital operations and resources.  The theme for this year is AI and Beyond - Transcending Limits, Empowering Tomorrow. InnoTech Conference 2024 features two key segments: InnoTech...

Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) unveils FPC AllKey, its new biometric system for logical and physical access control. The solution has been designed to enable fast and seamless integration into devices and to bring smooth, secure authentication to use cases including peripherals, cryptocurrency wallets, residential or workplace smart door locks, FIDO authenticator tokens, padlocks, and more. Biometric system The biometric system includes all components needed – hardware, soft...

The deployment of new Live Facial Recognition technology by Essex Police resulted in three arrests at the Clacton Airshow on August 22 and two additional arrests in Southend on August 25 and 26, including for sexual assault and common assault cases. Live Facial Recognition technology  The technology, provided by Corsight AI and Digital Barriers, identified individuals wanted for serious offenses, enforced orders against those on a ‘watch list,’ and protected vulnerable indivi...

Award-winning manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is excited to announce the expansion of its training team with the addition of James Robinson as Senior Instructional Designer and Toni Fisher as Instructional Designer, based at the Global Headquarters. James and Toni join Gallagher with a mission to shape the future of Gallagher's training and enablement, delivering superior learning outcomes and empowering Channel Partners and End Users with the training tools they need to succeed. New possibi...

Award-winning, global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is kicking off International Women’s Day by announcing that Natalie Bannon, Director of Strategic Alliances, has been included in the 2024 honouree list for the SIA Women in Security Forum Power 100 (SIA WISF Power 100). This initiative annually honours 100 inspiring women who actively advance diversity, inclusion, innovation, and leadership in the security industry. Gallagher’s Consultant Program Natalie included in...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher, has announced the appointment of Merv Williams as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Williams will lead the development and delivery of Gallagher Security’s global marketing strategy across key markets including the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the UK, Europe, and IMEA, reporting to Chief Executive - Security, Mark Junge.  Says Junge: “Merv is a highly experienced career marketer and a well-respected member of the Gallagher...

GAI Insights is a forward-thinking company at the forefront of AI integration. This brand has been transforming the landscape of sales productivity. It was a journey that began with a simple yet powerful mission. That mission (and they chose to accept it) was to empower businesses with the right kinds of tools – because shouldn’t every business have this kind of firepower? The team at GAI Insights realised that they could make a difference to be effective and impactful on modern ent...

Every workday, the AI analysts review GenAI news, labelling interest items Essential, Important, or Optional. Here are some of the top items that made the list this March, as they proceeded further into a year defined by AI. Nvidia’s Innovations: Nvidia announced the Blackwell B200 GPU, touted as the "world’s most powerful chip" for AI. Any would say this marks a significant advancement in AI hardware. Nvidia also recently launched NIM. What’s this? It’s a platform to...

With the immense growth of financial services in India, it has become imperative for users to ensure they are utilising all the safety measures while managing their funds. Leveraging advanced technology solutions like remote monitoring and surveillance has become essential in preventing financial fraud. One of the most effective ways to safeguard financial assets is through the implementation of advanced Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and AI-powered analytics. These technologies play a crucia...

Brigadier Rajan Oberoi, Global Vice Chairman of Tenon Group, recently provided an insightful overview of the challenges and responses characterising aviation security in India. He emphasised that Indian aviation had a reasonably good safety record until 1971 when the first significant incident occurred, marking the beginning of a series of hijackings that highlighted vulnerabilities in the aviation sector. On 30 January 1971, a domestic passenger flight en route from Srinagar to Jammu was hijac...

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, facility management (FM) is crucial for maintaining building safety and operational efficiency. From preventive maintenance to advanced technology integration, FM solutions play a vital role in ensuring that buildings are functional, environmentally friendly, and safe. Let’s explore how comprehensive facility management strategies can significantly enhance the safety and efficiency of buildings. Preventive maintenance is at the core of effectiv...

Award-winning, global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is kicking off a series of announcements in the lead-up to ISC West by spotlighting the evolution of Security Made Better (SMB), a cloud-based solution delivering integrated security in an accessible app format.   Designed with the same powerful hardware as Gallagher’s enterprise solution, but simplified so anyone can use it, this new era of SMB offers End Users and installers additional functionality and increased...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based identity verification and fraud prevention tool provider, announced a new partnership with Frank, a logistics and transportation platform for both businesses and individual customers. The main goal of the collaboration is to help Frank accept their clients through a seamless verification flow that is both compliant and user-friendly, which means automatically checking and confirming KYC data at the onboarding stage.   Robust security measures In the digital...

Cyware, the globally renowned company in threat intelligence management, security collaboration, and orchestrated response, announced that it is a recognised pioneer in Frost and Sullivan’s '2024 Threat Intelligence Platform' (TIP) Radar Report. The TIP industry encompasses more than 20 vendors, and Frost & Sullivan selected the top 10 based on solid growth potential, rapid growth rates and commitment to innovation. Cyware is one of only three vendors to lead the report’s Innova...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced the expansion of its collaboration with NVIDIA for AI-powered, customer-centric solutions to drive innovation and operational excellence for telcos. Leveraging Infosys Topaz, an AI-first set of services, solutions, and platforms using generative AI technologies, the collaboration will help telcos enhance their customer experiences, streamline network operations, and accelerate service delivery. Th...

A Rubrik Zero Labs report found that 66% of IT and security pioneers report that data growth outpaces their ability to secure data and mitigate risk. Adversaries are noticing, increasing the sophistication of cyberattacks, and leveraging gaps in coverage to target critical data for destruction, theft, or extortion. As the volume of data continues to grow and exacerbate visibility challenges, organisations must find ways to manage and protect their constantly expanding data. Organisations n...

Casino operators have long been among the keenest users of video surveillance technology, but there is strong demand for even more advanced solutions, reports IDIS, South Korea’s largest in-country video tech manufacturer. In a new report on surveillance in the casino sector, the company explains how a generation of major resort casinos is emerging—new developments comprising luxury hotels, state-of-the-art gaming, high-end retail, wellness, and leisure facilities—have a...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, recently hosted several law enforcement officials at its headquarters for a demonstration and tour of the company’s pioneering-edge Security Operations Command Centre (SOCC).  On hand were El Segundo (Calif.) Police Department Chief Saul Rodriguez along with precinct Captains Ryan Danowitz and Gilbert Sanchez. They met with Elite representati...

Level Home, Inc., the company redefining the smart home, announced the release of professional installer editions of its industry-renowned, award-winning smart locks, Level Bolt and Level Lock+ including new Zigbee native configuration options.  Curated for the professional install market, Level Bolt Pro Pack and Level Lock+ Pro Pack offer special add-ons and integration opportunities for installers to offer their customers the convenience of smart home technology, while maintaining the de...