Access control news

Iris ID Systems, Inc., a global pioneer in iris recognition technology, is exhibiting its multimodal IrisAccess™ iA1000 and full suite of iris-face fusion biometric technologies at Intersec Saudi Arabia, September 29–October 1. Visit booth 3 C39 to meet the team and get a product demo.   The iA1000 Multimodal Iris & Facial Recognition Terminal is Iris ID’s flagship solution, purpose-built for high-security access control while also adaptable for workforce managem...

A specialist in access management hopes to use next week’s International Security Expo (ISE) 2025 in London to demonstrate that not all key safes are equal. The Key Safe Company will once again put its ark Tamo Pro under intense duress, when it goes under attack in the LPCB Live Testing Lab. BRE personnel The product, which stores keys at the point of need, could not be breached by BRE personnel The product, which stores keys at the point of need, could not be breached by Building Rese...

This week, System Surveyor launched Camera Advisor, a feature available on System Surveyor’s web-based site survey and collaborative system design platform that helps users select the right video surveillance camera for each deployment. By identifying the specific resolution requirements needed for specific video analytics, licence plate recognition (LPR), people counting, object recognition, and other AI-based applications, Camera Advisor simplifies the system design process by identify...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced the addition of cloud-native audio communications capabilities to Security Center SaaS.  Building on more than a decade of experience in delivering intercom and SIP-based audio solutions in its on-premises platform, Genetec is now bringing real-time voice capabilities to the same intuitive cloud-based interface that already unifies video, access control, and intrusion monitoring. Whether handling day-to-...

Dell Technologies announces significant private cloud infrastructure advancements to help customers manage both traditional and modern workloads with greater speed, efficiency, and security. Many IT teams struggle to handle the demands of both traditional and modern workloads while dealing with rising costs, evolving virtualisation needs, and vendor lock-in concerns. Organisations are adopting disaggregated private clouds built with virtualisation-optimised compute, storage, and cyber resilie...

The National Security Inspectorate (NSI), the UK and Eire’s most widely recognised certification body for fire and security providers, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jon Webster as its new Head of Marketing. Jon will be leading NSI’s marketing strategy and communications, helping to strengthen the organisation’s brand and support its continued growth across the security and fire safety sectors. Global growth and launch of new services Jon brings extensive experi...

Concern about the safety of senior company pioneers has surged, with nearly half (46%) of U.S.-based chief security officers (CSOs) reporting that the threat of violence toward executives has increased in the last two years. The threat increases to 49% for publicly traded companies and soars to 66% for technology companies. More companies in the technology and pharmaceutical sectors than any other are providing senior pioneers with executive protection, both at 40% (33% U.S. average), as well a...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), has signed a multi-unit proof of concept with a pioneering national retail property operator. Following months of engagement to review RAD’s ecosystem, cybersecurity and related compliance, the client and RAD signed a contract to deploy multiple ROSA™ units powered with SARA™ to address o...

Teleport, the Infrastructure Identity company, announced AI Session Summaries, a new capability in Teleport Identity Security that enables customers to summarise insights from thousands of hours of session recordings in minutes. Teleport generates session recordings of SSH, Kubernetes, and database access events, capturing a granular record of who did what in infrastructure. Teleport’s new AI Session Security and compliance teams often invest substantial time reviewing session logs...

Codelocks has appointed Elisa Burgos Martínez as the Regional Sales Manager serving customers in Spain, France, Belgium, and Portugal. In her role, Elisa will develop relationships in the EMEA market by applying localised communications techniques to provide a tailored service to customers, solidifying Codelocks’ presence and reputation as a pioneer in access control solutions. She was chosen to serve the southwestern European markets because of her extensive sales experience...

Atos, a global AI-powered technology pioneer, announces that it has been awarded a significant contract under Lot 1 (Technical Operations Services) of the European Commission's CLOUD II Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS 2) Mini-Competition 17 (MC17) for Cybersecurity. Valued at a maximum of €326 million, this contract marks one of the most important cybersecurity service agreements within Europe. As the first in the “cascade” mechanism, Atos will prioritise the delivery of essent...

Espria, a major UK managed services provider, announced it will be hosting "SOC vs The Clock," a high-intensity, immersive simulation event in partnership with Sophos. This experience is designed to provide IT and finance/operational leaders with a first-hand experience of the speed, impact and financial ramifications of a cybersecurity breach. "SOC vs The Clock" is a first-of-its-kind event that brings together the IT and finance/data functions to tackle a simulated cyber-attack, providing...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the global body for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, has launched its Benchmarking Report 2025, the first comprehensive study of security operations across higher education institutions in the UK and internationally.  The report was compiled in partnership with ISARR, a bespoke risk, resilience and security management provider with a long-standing relationship with AUCSO. In an increasingly complex risk...

Durite, a UK pioneer in transport safety, lighting and auto electrical parts for commercial vehicles, will unveil two of its latest innovations at this year’s FORS Annual Conference 2025, on 23 October at the International Convention Centre (ICC), Birmingham. The recently announced products reflect Durite’s continued commitment to advancing safety solutions for the transport sector, says the company. Approximately 1,800 bridge strikes occur annually in the UK, costing taxpayers an...

At GSX 2025, Cawamo will unveil a major advancement in its AI-powered platform: the introduction of behaviour analytics designed to cut through the overwhelming flood of alerts in today’s command and control centres. Instead of treating every motion or presence as a potential breach, Cawamo’s system now applies behaviour analytics to distinguish between ordinary activity and meaningful security events. The result is a powerful ability to filter out the majority of non-interesting in...

The 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves (WCBR) officially commenced on September 22 in Hangzhou, China, marking its historic Asian debut organised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). As the largest gathering under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme, the Congress brings together thousands of experts from over 150 countries to explore innovative ways to shape a sustainable future for people and nature.  During the Congress, Hikv...

At the Security Today Knowledge Summit 2025, Bharadwaj Naik, Chief Revenue Officer of Videonetics, presented a forward-looking vision for protecting India’s critical infrastructure with AI-powered video analytics. Speaking on the panel “Invisible but Vulnerable – Safeguarding India's Maritime, Digital & Energy Lifelines,” Naik underscored the urgency of moving beyond traditional surveillance to predictive, intelligence-driven security frameworks. Telecommunications...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, has announced its participation in Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025. At the event, Genetec will demonstrate the latest advancements in physical security systems, including its enterprise-grade Security Center Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution.  Scheduled to run from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025 offers an ideal platform for Ge...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced new intelligent automation (IA)-powered investigation capabilities in Security Center SaaS to help operators quickly locate video evidence, understand the context surrounding an event, and close cases in minutes.   For many organisations, investigations still involve hours of scrubbing through video and switching between systems. The new capabilities in Security Center SaaS centralise investigation...

FireMon, the major network security and firewall policy management company, announced native support for NVIDIA Cumulus in FireMon Policy Manager.  This provides unified policy visibility, change automation, and compliance assurance for data centres running Cumulus Linux–based switching. NVIDIA Cumulus is a key networking component for data centres that power AI and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Following NVIDIA’s acquisition of Cumulus Networks, the networki...

Cozaint, a pioneer in innovative video surveillance solutions, announces the launch of ALICE1™, the first self-contained video surveillance recording and storage system that provides businesses with decades of secure, affordable video retention. By leveraging the proven reliability of Linear Tape Open (LTO) technology with a cloud-based search platform, ALICE1 makes it possible for organisations to store unlimited video footage at a fraction of the cost of traditional hard-drive solutions...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven, real-time crime prevention, is pleased to announce a new partnership with the California New Car Dealer Association (CNCDA). Under the agreement, Elite becomes an officially licenced vendor to CNCDA’s 1,200 franchised new car and truck dealers throughout California. In its official announcement about the Elite partnership, CNCDA stated, “When our members use...

Magenta Security Services is pleased to announce that Managing Director - Abbey Petkar has been selected as a candidate for the S12, a new leadership group for the security sector. Abbey’s record in environmental stewardship, ESG performance, and community investment makes him a strong fit for the role and its focus on responsible industry leadership. Voting for the S12 opened at 10 am on Tuesday 23 September 2025 and is available through the dedicated microsite at website. Only ACS-appro...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, is expanding into India, a fast-growing technology market expected to top $160 billion by 2030.  As part of its entry into the country, the company is growing a dedicated India-focused team and has opened a data centre there through an AWS partnership to serve customers in the region. Data sovereignty requirements With Absolute Security, clients can help ensure their businesses are always on, defended against threats These fou...

Alcatraz, the pioneer in facial biometric authentication for physical access, announced the appointment of Kasia Hanson to vice president of strategic partnerships. In this role, Hanson will be responsible for expanding Alcatraz’s partner ecosystem and deepening relationships for the company across key sectors, including critical infrastructure, corporate campuses, higher education, and major stadiums and venues. Hanson is widely recognised in the security industry for building partners...

SAFR, a RealNetworks company and a pioneer in AI-powered computer vision for physical security and access control, announced a new cloud integration of its industry-pioneering SAFR SCAN Face authentication devices with Genetec™ Security Centre SaaS (SC SaaS). The integration delivers an end-to-end, cloud-connected access and video solution requiring no on-premises servers or local software—dramatically reducing hardware needs, lowering total cost of ownership, while elevat...

Infosys, a pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced the expansion of its strategic long-term collaboration with Sunrise, Switzerland's pioneering challenger, with a strong number two position in the Swiss telecommunications market, to accelerate its IT transformation. Infosys will support Sunrise in fostering a modern, agile, and secure technology foundation to drive innovation and to continue securing its future readiness. The collaboration highlights the shared co...

Gigamon, a pioneer in deep observability, announced executive leadership changes including the appointment of Gareth Maclachlan as chief operating officer, the elevation of Ram Bhide to chief development officer, and the expanded role of Chaim Mazal as chief AI and security officer.  This strengthened leadership team advances the company’s AI-powered deep observability vision while reinforcing its commitment to helping customers eliminate blind spots, optimise network traffic, and re...

Gallagher Security Africa’s inaugural Command the Future 2025 event has wrapped up with resounding success, reinforcing Gallagher’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and long-term growth in Africa’s rapidly evolving security industry. With over 160 attendees, the event brought together industry pioneers, Channel Partners, Consultants, and End Users from across the continent to explore the future of security through hands-on experiences and expert presentations. Morne...

EclecticIQ announces the appointment of Sebastian Wong as Regional Sales pioneer, Asia–Pacific, as the company accelerates its regional growth strategy to address the surging demand for enterprise threat intelligence solutions across one of the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity markets. Based in Singapore, Sebastian will spearhead EclecticIQ’s market expansion across APAC, partnering with C-suite executives, risk pioneers and strategic decision-makers to help organisa...