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ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, announced the launch of its engagement model designed to transform the landscape of security strategy development and implementation. This comprehensive approach extends beyond traditional consultancy services, providing clients with a sustained advisory, advanced technology and system design, and ongoing operational support. Integrity of security architectures Rooted in a philosophy that seeks to overcome the...

Compatibility with a range of credential technologies can be a critical factor when selecting access control. As organisations across the world explore a move to mobile keys for access, it is more important than ever.  Aperio’s open technology platform has been built on compatibility. Its range of battery-powered access hardware for integration with third-party access control systems can secure almost any opening.   Wireless Aperio solutions Customers have a choice of wir...

Enhancing physical security, especially perimeter intrusion detection (PID) at critical infrastructure sites like airports, data centres, warehouses, and utilities, is increasingly crucial due to growing threats such as theft, protests, sabotage, terrorism, and war. Quanergy 3D LiDAR Solutions In its latest whitepaper, Quanergy 3D LiDAR Solutions Redefining the Physical Security of Critical Infrastructure, global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts the worldwide physica...

Global technology solutions provider - Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) announced that Broadcom selected it as the sole provider for its CloudHealth from VMware offering. CloudHealth is designed to help businesses simplify financial management and operations (FinOps) across multi-cloud environments effectively. Arrow Electronics and Broadcom partnership “Arrow is pleased to build upon our strategic relationship with Broadcom by becoming the exclusive provider of the CloudHealth offering,&r...

In an industry-first, Safetrust provisions employee and visitor badges directly into Apple Wallet via an email link or text message, eliminating the need to download an application. This innovative app-free approach ensures a seamless experience for people requiring access to buildings or enterprise IT systems, whether visitors, contractors, or employees. It enables the deployment of mobile credentials in minutes rather than months. Universally compatible credentials “A major barrier to...

Illumio, Inc., the Zero Trust Segmentation company, announces its partnership with pioneering cloud security provider Wiz and joins Wiz Integrations (WIN) Platform. Illumio enhances WIN by bringing the power of Illumio’s Zero Trust Segmentation platform to the partner ecosystem, so that customers can seamlessly integrate Wiz into their existing Illumio workflows. Benefits of security findings WIN enables Wiz and Illumio to share prioritised security findings with context including inven...

AlarMax, a pioneering national distributor of security, audiovisual (AV), and low-voltage products, appointed James Ure as vice president of sales and marketing. With rich expertise in product development, business strategy and customer engagement, along with a lifelong enthusiasm for AV technologies, James will be an asset to AlarMax as it continues to grow within the residential and pro AV categories. Prior roles of Ure  Driven by a passion he discovered in elementary school, Ure&rsquo...

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the digital infrastructure company, announced two new sustainability programmes which will support its own Net Zero goals and could contribute to those of its customers. Colt is partnering with Sweden-based Urban Miners to extract precious metals from unused equipment and is collaborating with carbon removal experts Supercritical to deliver a customer programme built on carbon removal credits. Decommissioned SDH legacy Colt is extending the pilot with Urban Mi...

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security, and Orca Security, the pioneer in agentless cloud security, announced a new partnership to deliver best-in-class cloud-native security through a deep integration between their platforms. Joint customers will benefit from the powerful combination of multi-cloud visibility and security provided by the Orca platform combined with multi-and hybrid cloud runtime protection for cloud-native workloads offered by the Aqua platform. Right cloud-...

Security Industry Authority announced the award of £72,000 from its grant for good causes fund to seven registered charities and community interest companies across the UK. This brings the total grants awarded by the SIA using cash confiscated from criminals to over £250,000. Through this fund, the UK’s private security industry regulator distributes money recovered through proceeds of crime confiscation orders. Grants are used to benefit the private security industry and impr...

Kidde Commercial, an industry renowned company in fire and life safety for over a century, announces the launch of the Optica Duct Smoke Detector, which features a revolutionary new design, specifically created to address unique HVAC System smoke detection challenges, while reducing nuisance alarms. Optica’s new Duct Smoke Detector design is built to address the moisture and dust challenges found in the HVAC environment, and provide best-in-class detection that customers can trust. Optic...

Honeywell security, fire, and life safety technologies will be on interactive display at The Security Event on April 30 – May 2 in Birmingham at Stand 5/F20. The showcased Honeywell technologies help building (or facility) decision-makers and operators manage threats while improving uptimes and driving operational efficiencies all delivered within an optimal occupant experience.   Security technologies In line with Honeywell’s focus on delivering robust, digitalised auto...

Matrix Comsec, a well-known producer of Security and Telecom solutions, has officially announced its presence at the SAFE West Expo. The event will take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Mumbai, from May 9th to May 11th, 2024. Matrix will be highlighting its  IP Video Surveillance,  Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom solutions at Booth No. A-21.  All-Color camera Matrix is excited to reveal its newest product lineup at the SAFE West Expo. One notable addit...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its line of innovative key control and asset management solutions at The Security Event, April 30–May 2, 2024. Event attendees can visit stand 5/H50 to experience these products first-hand and hear about Morse Watchmans’ industry-first features for the efficient management of keys and assets. Robust solutions for management  “We are seeing incredible growth of both the secur...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, has announced its programming lineup for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 with in-person and digital experiences taking place 23-25 September at the Orange County Convention Centre in Orlando, FL and via the online GSX event platform. "Pioneering this year’s Selection Committee has been a privilege," said Dr. Diana M. Concannon, PsyD, PCI, CTM, 2024 GSX Selection Committee Chair. "Our...

Trident IoT, an RF technology and engineering company focused on decreasing time-to-market for connected device manufacturers, announced the release of the new Taurus Z-Wave Series of silicon solutions. The Trident IoT Taurus Z-Wave Series will encompass system-on-chip (SoC) solutions and modules that support the latest advancements in Z-Wave technology, including Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) for the U.S. and the implementation of the ZWLR European specification. The Taurus Z-Wave Series will ship w...

DigiCert, a major global provider of digital trust, reconfirmed its commitment to standards and compliance with the successful completion of 31 audits within a 12-month period. These audits include a range of crucial certifications, including the SOC 2 Type II audit for DigiCert® DNS Trust Manager and the ETSI audit for DigiCert CertCentral® Europe, underscoring DigiCert's dedication to ensuring robust security measures and regulatory adherence across its offerings, around the world. S...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of “Powering Innovation 2024: A Genetec Empower 360 Roadshow”. The Middle East tour will spotlight the company’s product roadmap, featuring the latest innovations and strategic vision for the future. In partnership with Axis Communications, HID Global, and Ipsotek, the event will commence in Doha on May 2nd, followed by pivota...

Semperis, a pioneer in identity-driven cyber resilience, announced the release of Lightning Identity Runtime Protection (IRP), a new identity threat detection and response (ITDR) offering that uses machine learning models developed by identity security experts to detect widespread and successful attack patterns such as password spray, credential stuffing, other brute force attacks, and risky anomalies. The first offering in the Semperis Lightning™ platform, IRP brings critical identity co...

Honeywell released its 2024 USB Threat Report, which provides new insight into how “silent residency” is an increasing cyber threat for industrial and critical infrastructure facilities. In the report, Honeywell highlighted the growing risk of “living off the land” (“LotL”) attacks in which adversaries use USB devices to gain access to industrial control systems to hide and observe operations before launching attacks that evade detection and manipulate the ta...

Matrix Comsec, a pioneering provider of cutting-edge security and telecom solutions, has introduced SATATYA NPC430 - Network PTZ Controller with 4D Joystick. This CCTV accessory is designed to complement Matrix's range of PTZ Cameras, and Cameras with Motorised Varifocal Lens (MVL) offering users a convenient solution for camera monitoring. Addressing surveillance challenges For many organisations, the task of controlling and managing the viewing angles of PTZ cameras poses significant challe...

Technology company Insta and the Finnish Defence Forces have agreed on the three-year acquisition package related to Finland's F-35 fighter program. The acquisition is based on the strategic partnership agreement between the Finnish Defence Forces and Insta and covers the years 2024–2026. The acquisition covers, among other things, building maintenance and service capabilities for the avionics of the Finnish Air Force’s Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II multi-role fighters...

SimpliSafe®, the maker of award-winning smart home security systems, announced it will give select customers early access to its live guard outdoor protection service. SimpliSafe's new monitoring service introduces a revolutionary double-layer approach to home security, combining the power of artificial intelligence (AI) technology with a team of expert monitoring professionals to prevent crime before it happens. This new offering builds upon the company's recently launched 24/7 live guard...

In an industry breakthrough that will pave the way for quantum computing advancements for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, Telefónica, IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) and Quside announce the launch of Quantum-Safe connection for industrial IoT devices. This project is part of a long-term collaboration between Telefónica and IDEMIA Secure Transactions, which has already announced some significant milestones, such as the deployment of the world’s first quantum-safe 5G SIM ca...

Let’s face it, any security product fixed to a substrate in a public space is only as secure as its fixings, and key safes are no exception. The integrity of a key safe isn't solely reliant on its resistance to tampering and vandalism, although that's undeniably crucial; the quality and size of the fixings used to attach it to a wall are equally pivotal. Otherwise, it runs the risk of being easily removed from a wall in a matter of minutes, if not seconds, potentially causing a prope...

Federation of Gujarat Industries (FG)), Vadodara has conferred the Outstanding MSME Excellence Award at the 18th FGI Awards presentation ceremony. The objective behind the institution of these awards is to recognise excellence in economic, social, and scientific areas. The FGI believes that through these awards, the industrial and social achievements in Gujarat will be recognised publicly and encourage others to contribute to the country's efforts of globalisation and economic development. Tec...

EveryCloud IT Security is proud to announce the advancement of its existing partnership with Transmit Security. This development marks a significant step forward as we join forces through a joint go-to-market initiative to tackle the prevailing challenges of fraud and friction in online consumer transactions. As pioneers in the field of identity, this collaboration represents a significant stride forward in their shared commitment to enhancing security measures and delivering exceptional soluti...

RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, announced enhancements to its Zio® AV-over-IP platform with two new budget-conscious multiviewers, the QuadView® IPX and the SuperView®IPX. Multiviewers have become an indispensable tool for consolidating diverse data sources onto a single screen, variously used for enhancing situational awareness and improving workflow efficiency. The Zio AV-...

Colt Technology Services, the digital infrastructure company, announced it has been formally recognised as a Gold Google Verified Peering Provider. The prestigious accreditation was secured on the basis of its extensive global infrastructure and its deep experience with hyperscalers in delivering business-critical cloud services for enterprises. Now, businesses can select Colt as a Verified Peering Provider to simplify and automate their enterprise-level access to Google resources such as Works...

Vitaprotech, the European security solutions group, has announced the appointment of Delphine Guerrier as CEO for the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and Africa). With many years’ experience in the general management of major international groups in the security industry, Delphine Guerrier brings to Vitaprotech significant expertise and a strategic vision to propel the group towards new challenges. Delphine's responsibilities Her appointment follows the recent signing of an acquisitio...