Access control news

From June 7-9, Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology, and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies, software, and proptech solutions at NAA Apartmentalize (booth #1705), an annual event that brings together multifamily housing professionals from around the world for three days of education, networking and learning about the latest industry trends and best practices.  "We're excited to unveil our latest secur...

Zentra, a new multifamily access solutions brand announced by Allegion Americas in April, is making its marketplace debut at NAA Apartmentalize, June 7-9. This annual event brings together multifamily housing professionals from around the world for three days of education, networking and learning about the latest industry trends and best practices on them, how to provide seamless security for multifamily buildings. A unified single software platform At booth #1709, Zentra will have hands-on d...

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is proud to be a Partner Sponsor for the LeadHER Event, taking place from June 12-13, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ASIS International. The day-and-a-half event combines curated education and networking events with engaging opportunities to connect and collaborate for women in the vital and growing Security Industry.  Boon Edam fosters a supportive workplace...

Identiv, Inc., a provider in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced the launch of the market’s first sensory Tag on Metal (TOM®) label, developed in collaboration with French sensor and IC specialist Asygn. The on-metal sensor devices, based on Asygn’s next-generation AS321X IC platform, capture temperature and strain data near metallic objects. Tracking these and other sensor data, Identiv’s Asygn-based devices are ideal for industr...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions completed the integration of their Aperio® wireless lock technology with Verkada’s Command cloud-based management platform, delivering a fully integrated hardware and software solution that strengthens safety, while simplifying management and lowering the total cost of ownership. Application expansion With the extensive locking hardware options available from ASSA ABLOY Group brands, the Aperio integration significantly expands the range of applications t...

G4S Secure Solutions UK has won two five-year contracts from the Government Property Agency (GPA) to provide integrated security and technology services to a significant number of departmental buildings across London and the North. G4S SSUK will deliver services across a minimum of 18 London sites and 21 buildings in the North; including four in Scotland and one in Northern Ireland. There is a possibility the number of sites will increase in line with the GPA's 'Places for Growth' programme. Th...

NIST ELFT is the world reference benchmark for latent fingerprint and palm print identification. The benchmarked technology is used to identify latent fingerprints and latent palm prints found on crime scenes. Initial tests, carried out in October, showed that IDEMIA’s algorithms are the best to deliver accurate performance for fingerprint and palm print datasets. The original tests evaluated the ability to match fingerprints using latent images, with or without forensic expert features s...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced expansive new updates across its entire Command product platform.  These updates include: Enhanced video search, video quality, and video management features, including a novel motion search with trajectory analysis and H.265 compression technology that unlocks up to 2X video quality across all cameras. Verkada's next-generation Indoor Mini Dome camera and expanded Dome camera line, with increa...

Altronix, the renowned manufacturer of low-voltage power supplies and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, announces the appointment of two new independent sales teams covering the Northeast U.S. and all of Canada. FM Valenti will now support Altronix customers throughout New England; including MA, CT, VT, RI, NH, ME, and upstate NY. Omnitech Solution Services will now support Altronix customers in all Canadian Provinces. Author's quote “As we continue to expan...

Cybersecurity breach containment is tipped to be one of the key talking points on the show floor at the year’s Infosecurity Europe, the most influential information security event running from 20-22 June 2023 at ExCeL London. Insights, advice, and strategy for cybersecurity Attendees will be able to meet leading cybersecurity providers and consultants, to find solutions to their challenges and equip themselves with tools to deliver an effective strategy.   As cybersecurity breaches...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security domains, is set to showcase its enterprise-grade solutions at its ideation event, Matrix Partner Connect 2023, Jaipur on the 16th of June, 2023.  Matrix Partner Connect 2023 With over three decades of experience, Matrix has established itself as a provider of comprehensive communication and security solutions, catering to organisations of all sizes worldwide.  This exclusive event aims to highlight Matrix's latest innovati...

Milipol is thrilled to announce that Milipol India, the latest addition to the Milipol International Network of events dedicated to internal security will take place in New Delhi, India, from the 26th to 28th October 2023. Placed under the patronage of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India along with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and the French Minister of the Interior, this new exceptional event is organised by Interads Exhibition and Comexposium, acting on...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance announced it will use a $100M primary equity investment from security giant SECOM, CO., LTD. to expand its suite of AI-powered products, fund geographic expansion, and enhance its enterprise features. Eagle Eye Smart Video Search Eagle Eye Networks has made significant advancements in AI technology with the introduction of Eagle Eye Smart Video Search, which has won five international product awards to date. Smart Video Search...

2N, the global market pioneer in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has become the first company to introduce adaptive Face Zooming to its video intercoms.  Adaptive Face Zooming improves security by enabling homeowners and users in commercial buildings to identify visitors more clearly.   Adaptive Face Zooming Adaptive Face Zooming is based on the camera in the intercom detecting the face in the frame and zooming in so that the user can identify their...

ConnectWise, the software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), hosted its annual cybersecurity conference, IT Nation Secure™, to discuss challenges, opportunities, and solutions as it relates to some of the most pressing topics in the cybersecurity arena. "We can't sit idly by or use the same methods of the past," said Jason Magee, Chief Executive Officer of ConnectWise. Cybersecurity attacks "Threat actors have motives. We need to understand them, prepare f...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a comprehensive range of its award-winning key control products at Apartmentalize 2023, June 7-9, 2023, in Atlanta, GA. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth #201.  Innovative solutions safeguard keys “As property owners and managers consider the new technology flooding t...

Centific Global Solutions announced the launch of Pitaya.AI, a SaaS (Software as a Service) platform for retailers that provides a suite of intelligent storage solutions. These solutions leverage AI to tackle industry-wide business challenges such as shrinkage, workplace safety, stockout, and lack of customer behavior visibility. Need for digital strategies According to Gartner, 'Strategies for a digitally enabled and profitable physical store are foundational to the future of retail.' ...

Security sales and marketing specialist Wall2Wall Group, has signed up in partnership to promote Suprema’s Systems UK’s range of innovative access control, time & attendance, and biometric solutions. Wall2Wall Group was established to support security specialists with bespoke requirements for brand strategy support across different sales and marketing channel opportunities; including video, website, content creation, and social media. Effective security and biometric communicat...

DigiCert, a global provider of digital trust announced a partnership with ReversingLabs, a pioneer in software supply chain security, to enhance software security by combining advanced binary analysis and threat detection from ReversingLabs with DigiCert’s enterprise-grade secure code signing solution. DigiCert customers will benefit from improved software integrity through deep analysis that shows their software is free from known threats like malware, software implants, software tamperi...

Lacework, the data-driven security platform, has announced new CIEM functionality to address the complex and growing challenges in managing identity threats and unnecessary risks within public cloud environments.  With over 35,000 granular permissions across hyperscale cloud providers, organisations can struggle to maintain an overview and manage access and identities securely. Most cloud users and instances are granted far more permissions than they require, exposing unnecessary vulnerab...

Vector Flow, the digital transformation pioneer in physical security automation, is proud to announce a new partnership with Nedap, a Dutch multinational technology company responsible for the development of powerful physical security solutions. This partnership sees the Vector Flow platform seamlessly integrate with Nedap’s AEOS physical access control system to simplify physical access and identity management (PIAM) and deliver an outstanding user experience. Bridging security ga...

XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, announces a partnership with Discovery Sound Technology (DST), a patented, data-driven diagnostic and analytics platform. The partnership integrates DST’s comprehensive ultrasound-based diagnostic reporting capabilities with XOi’s first-of-its-kind field service technology, helping contractors drive revenue and growth with powerful, AI-based visual documentation. Elim...

ICT, a manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of James Ensten as the Vice President of Sales, USA. With over 30 years of experience in the industry and a proven track record in strengthening global wholesale and reseller channels, James brings a wealth of expertise and strategic leadership to the ICT team. James Ensten Having held key positions within prominent organisations, James has a keen ability to drive growth and dev...

Immersive Labs, a pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, and Accenture are working together to launch the Cyber Million program that aims to solve the cybersecurity talent deficit by increasing access to one million entry-level cybersecurity operations jobs over the next decade. The beta version of the program, rolling out, will be powered by the Immersive Labs platform with Accenture Security serving as the first foundational partner. The program is now available to other o...

BioCatch, a global pioneer in fraud detection announced the global expansion of its behavioural biometric intelligence solutions in collaboration with Microsoft and is available as an offering for Microsoft’s Cloud for Financial Services (FSI Cloud). Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services provides capabilities to deliver differentiated experiences, empower employees, and combat financial crime while facilitating security, compliance, and interoperability.  Effective and compreh...

Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses unveiled an intelligent voice-down system designed to automatically detect and discourage loitering and other suspicious activity in the perimeter of a store or restaurant. By utilising modern AI-based cameras combined with customisable audio messages, auxiliary lighting, and sirens, the new voice-down system detects people and vehicles loitering or a...

ADT Commercial, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, life safety, and guarding services in the U.S., has launched the redesign, rebrand and user experience transformation of its customer engagement platform to Everon (formerly eSuite). The development of the modernised Everon platform was driven by years of direct customer feedback to provide a more intuitive, user-friendly experience that boasts a host of new features, system efficiencies, mobile...

ZE Government Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of A.I.-based gun detection provider ZeroEyes, announced it has been selected by AFWERX for an SBIR Phase II contract in the amount of $1.25M focussed on ZeroEyes Thermal Threat Detection (ZTTD) to investigate its potential to fill capability gaps in the Department of the Air Force (DAF). ZEGS’ A.I.-based object detection The integrated solution, ZeroEyes Thermal Threat Detection (ZTTD), combines ZEGS’ A.I.-based object detection v...

Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration announced it has acquired Ballou Fire Systems, LLC, a Houston-based integrator that designs, installs, and services electronic life safety, security, and communications systems. The acquisition brings an expert team to Convergint, expanding the company’s capabilities in the Houston and South-Central region and bolstering its service offerings with a focus on the healthcare, education, and commercial markets.  Cultural...

It’s undeniable that a secure retail environment is essential for both the customers and staff alike. One integral part of achieving this is through the installation and proper utilisation of a retail CCTV system. In this blog post, they’ll walk them through a step-by-step guide on how to set up the first retail CCTV. Understanding needs and planning Before rushing into buying and setting up the CCTV, it’s important to understand the unique needs of the retail space. Each...