Access control news

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...

ABB has been recognised as a pioneer in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms. ABB views the recognition as a reflection of the company’s continued commitment to delivering innovative industrial AI and IoT solutions that empower industries to operate leaner and cleaner.  Data-driven business outcomes “Being recognised by Gartner® four consecutive times and now positioned as a Leader is a proud moment for ABB and we see it is a tes...

ABEX, a provider of research-driven algorithmic execution strategies for digital assets, and Hidden Road, a major multi-asset prime brokerage, clearing, and financing platform, announced an integration enabling ABEX advanced algorithms to be deployed by Hidden Road’s institutional client base.  Through this integration, Hidden Road clients globally will be able to gain access to ABEX agency execution capabilities — allowing them to trade across fragmented digital asset markets...

Tokio Marine Kiln (TMK), a pioneering specialist insurer, announces the launch of its enhanced Cyber Ctrl product suite. This cyber risk solution features new products and wordings, including Professional Ctrl for Technology, Media and Errors & Omissions (E&O), as well as numerous enhancements to TMK’s flagship Cyber product, Cyber Ctrl. New insuring agreements have been added as standard, and several exclusions have been removed. The products offer pre-emptive, responsive, and ad...

Gallagher Security is gearing up to showcase its newest cloud-based solutions at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025, held from 29 September to 1 October, 2025, at RICEC in Riyadh. Nemer Mdardas, Regional Director – MENA, says the team will have a comprehensive suite of security solutions for attendees to experience, showcasing Gallagher’s innovative, integrated products. For the first time in the Middle East, Gallagher will unveil its groundbreaking OneLink solution. New AccessNow solution...

Verkada, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security technology, unveiled a range of product enhancements designed to make physical security more proactive and intelligent during its annual customer conference, VerkadaOne.  More than 2,000 IT and physical security pioneers gathered in Chicago to connect and learn about new solutions from Verkada that are empowering physical security pioneers to protect people and places. Building on its suite of AI features like People and Vehicle Anal...

Siren announced the launch of K9, a groundbreaking AI companion designed to transform the way investigators uncover threats and connections. Inspired by the legendary police dog, K9 is fast, dependable, and mission-focused, built to guard, protect, and serve those on the front lines of keeping communities and nations safe. “K9 is more than an AI companion,  it’s a loyal partner,” said Jeferson Zanim, Chief Product Officer at Siren. “We designed it to feel like a t...

The oil and gas sector faces some of the toughest operational challenges of any industry – working in remote, high-risk environments where safety, security, and uptime are non-negotiable.   Operators must protect valuable infrastructure, ensure worker safety, and maintain compliance with stringent regulations, all while minimising downtime and managing costs. In this environment, visibility is critical – and the right surveillance technologies can make all the difference.&...

One year after introducing LabZ, ZBeta is showcasing how the initiative has evolved from a bold concept into a cornerstone of the company’s mission — enhancing its ability to anticipate and meet the evolving needs of its client base. What began as the first-of-its-kind proving ground has matured into a hub for immersive, data-driven testing and collaborative problem-solving. Advanced testing environments LabZ enables security pioneers to design, measure, and validate str...

Crowdsourced security pioneer Intigriti has appointed Ed Parsons to the role of Chief Operations Officer [COO]. Stijn Jans, CEO at Intigriti, said: “Ed Parsons joins Intigriti with a track record of success at cybersecurity scale-up businesses, as well as having previously held executive positions at a listed cybersecurity organisation.” “He understands Intigriti’s ambitions and direction of travel, and knows what it takes for Intigriti to achieve its potential.”...

As part of a long-planned succession, Sepura announces the appointment of Chris Barnes as CEO, succeeding Steve Barber, effective from 1st October. Headquartered in the Cambridge technology hub and UK-owned, Sepura is a pioneer in its sector and a trusted partner to public safety and business-critical customers across the globe. Chris brings a wealth of experience, having most recently led the growth of Tracsis plc, a software and technology business specialising in the transport industry, wh...

Gunnebo Entrance Control is bringing its latest innovations to International Security Expo 2025, showcasing entrance control solutions that combine security, efficiency, and design. On stand B20, Gunnebo Entrance Control will present its newest solutions developed for locations where performance and reliability are critical to maintaining secure operations. Visitors will see live demonstrations of the new Rotasec HS180 full-height turnstile, the stylish FLs Max security lane and the compact A...

Durabook, the rugged mobile solutions brand owned by Twinhead International Corporation, announced the launch of its fully rugged GC-R8 ground control station (GCS) for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations. With flexibility and durability at its core, Durabook developed the GC-R8 to highlight the R8’s suitability for unmanned systems and mission control while simultaneously meeting customers’ growing demand for rugged tablet-based designs. Additional GCS solutions Durabook is...

Connected Technologies announces the launch of Connect ONE® NFC Wallet Card Solutions, giving users a simple and secure way to use their smartphones as access credentials through Apple and Google Wallets. With Connect ONE NFC Wallet Card Solutions, organisations can eliminate the hassle of physical badges. Users simply hold their phone near a compatible reader to gain access — no apps to download and no device unlocking required, with cards remaining functional for a period even if th...

ASSA ABLOY’s latest solution for integrating cabinets and lockers with a digital access management system has earned top honours. The Aperio® KL100 Wireless Cabinet Lock has been presented with the King's Excellence Award for Exemplary Product Design of the Year. Despite a low-profile footprint, the Aperio KL100 adds powerful digital security to lockers, cabinets, cupboards, drawers and other small spaces. Because Aperio technology is designed from the ground up for native integration...