Access control news
AMAG Technology, a pioneer in global access and identity solutions, announces an expanded strategic partnership with SwiftConnect, a provider of the connected access network for places and spaces. As part of this expanded collaboration, SwiftConnect will now power Apple Wallet and Google Wallet mobile credential activation across AMAG’s portfolio. This milestone represents a continued acceleration of AMAG’s strategy to deliver modern, mobile-first identity experiences while aligning...
OpenEye, a provider of cloud-managed video surveillance solutions, continues to expand their global team with recent additions in Northern Europe and the United Kingdom. With the hiring of Regional Sales Manager Christopher Åkesson, Channel Business Manager Robin Molenaar, Technical Sales Engineer Daniel Barker, and International Marketing Manager Leigh Domingo Hughes, OpenEye adds security experience and support for its cloud video platform across Northern Europe and continued eff...
On the banks of the Arkansas River in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the River Spirit Casino Resort is the second largest of nine casinos owned by Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises where, on any given day, an enormous amount of money exchanges hands - requiring a comprehensive security framework to protect those who are playing with, handling, transferring, and protecting such large sums. From a security posture, it is a complex, cross-site operational challenge that needs to follow a simple set of procedur...
As supply chain disruptions continue to wreak havoc on global economies, port security and landside operations are increasingly burdened with dynamic security challenges, operational risks, and tightening regulations. Efficient, rapid door-to-door cargo transport is critical as the volume of goods transported by global container fleets has nearly doubled in recent years and large increases in maritime traffic have led to cargo pileups at ports that have reached crisis levels during the pandemic...
Baton Rouge General, a not-for-profit healthcare system in Louisiana, takes pride in providing outstanding service in a compassionate and caring environment to the communities that they serve. They are driven by excellence, service, integrity, respect, and professionalism. These core values extend from healthcare professionals and staff to patients, visitors, and anyone else who enters their campuses and facilities. With over 4600 employees and thousands of patients and visitors to safeguard 24/...
For more than a century, Swedish American Health System, its hospital and medical facilities, have been serving the community of Rockford, IL. As a division of the University of Wisconsin Health, the medical staff has been delivering high-quality healthcare and strategies to keep patients and families healthy. What families and patients don’t see is the world-class security systems that have been put in place at all Swedish American medical facilities and outlying satellite healthcare cli...
SwiftConnect, the provider of the connected access network for places and spaces, announced that JLL, a foremost global commercial real estate services firm, has standardised on SwiftConnect's connected access network platform to deliver mobile wallet access across its corporate offices and the assets it manages, enabling employees and building occupiers to use mobile credentials in NFC wallets in place of physical badges. Challenges faced by JLL led to SwiftConnect The successful pilot a...
iDenfy, a global pioneer in RegTech identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, launched an identity verification application for WooCommerce merchants. The new integration gives online store owners a direct way to require identity verification for customers before purchase or in other, higher-risk scenarios, depending on the store’s risk management strategy and unique case. The idea behind the plugin is that it’s easy to use and doesn’t require any complex manual se...
Kocho, a UK-based provider of identity, cybersecurity and cloud transformation and managed services, has announced the appointment of Steven Jones as Chief Technology Officer, reinforcing the company's identity-led growth strategy as it enters its next phase of development. Role and responsibility Steven joins Kocho's executive leadership team at a pivotal moment, as identity continues to play an increasingly foundational role in how organisations approach s...
SwiftConnect, provider of the connected access network for places and spaces, will demonstrate its award-winning platform through live integrations at The Security Event (TSE), 28 to 30 April 2026, at NEC Birmingham. Across access control platforms, hardware, credentials, turnstiles and other access points, the company will highlight how organisations can move from disconnected, building-by-building access control to unified identity management that works across every location, system, and tech...
Brivo, the AI innovator and global pioneer in cloud-native physical security, announces it has opened a regional office in London to serve its rapidly growing customer base in the UK and Ireland. “We’re investing to deliver true 360-degree support to our UK partners and customers—from local sales and marketing to technical support, sales engineering, and customer success—supported by our new London regional office with dedicated meeting, demo, and training spaces,”...
As Thailand accelerates nationwide smart city development, Secutech Thailand will continue to serve as a key business and knowledge exchange platform for Asia’s safety, security, and smart-technology sectors. Taking place from 18 – 20 November 2026, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), the fair will unite 400 brands across 11,600 sqm of exhibition space, and is expected to welcome around 14,000 visitors representing government bodies, developers, manufacturers, a...
HID and Sharry have taken digital wallet-based student IDs into European higher education for the first time, delivering the capability at H-FARM College and enabling students, faculty and staff to access campus spaces using their smartphones or smartwatches. The deployment marks a significant milestone for European higher education, bringing together Sharry's smart access and workplace experience platform and HID's trusted identity solutions to deliver a seamless, digital-first campus experien...
Scality, a pioneer in cyber-resilient storage software for the AI era, announces the appointment of Greg DiFraia, former CEO of Inlayer, as Senior Vice President of AI Alliances and Partnerships. In this role, DiFraia will lead Scality’s global AI ecosystem strategy, driving strategic partnerships and go-to-market initiatives to accelerate enterprise AI adoption. DiFraia brings over two decades of experience scaling technology businesses, with deep expertise across data storage, global ma...
AMAROK, an industry-pioneer perimeter security company, announces it has completed a strategic investment in Evolon Technology, Inc., acquiring a 45% ownership stake in the company. Evolon provides AI-powered video monitoring and virtual guarding solutions for commercial businesses. The partnership brings together proven perimeter defence and AI-powered monitoring to stop threats earlier, reduce losses, and deliver stronger outcomes for customers. This investment reinforces AMAROK’s commi...
Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the release of a new whitepaper titled A Selection Guide to Motors for Humanoid Robotics Systems. Humanoid robotics is transitioning from research into commercial and industrial applications, increasing demand for high-performance actuation in dynamic environments. As these systems develop, actuator performance, torque den...
The Assistant Secretary for Investment Security to the U.S. Department of the Treasury will give a keynote address at the 12th National Conference on CFIUS, at the Convene Hamilton Square, Washington, DC, on April 22-23, 2026. The keynote address is taking place at 8:45 a.m. on April 22. In this role, Mr. Chris Pilkerton leads the inter-agency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Outbound investment security program. Mr. Pilkerton previously served in appointed a...
Hochiki Europe will exhibit at The Fire Safety Event 2026, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, from 28 to 30 April. As Innovation Theatre sponsor and a returning exhibitor, the company will use this year's event to showcase new products, run live demonstrations and deliver three expert sessions across all three days of the show. Visitors to the Hochiki stand E97 will be able to see the company's latest products and systems in action. The new FIREscape Nepto black range w...
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026 – 2030) has set a decisive course toward high quality, innovation-driven growth, calling for modern industrial systems powered by digital intelligence and advanced manufacturing. Aligned with this direction, Intersec Shanghai will return from 7 – 9 May 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai, bringing together domestic industry leaders and global exhibitors. A newly introduced International Zone will be a key hig...
The 27th edition of Secutech opens today at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, featuring around 400 exhibitors from nine countries and regions, including China, Germany, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, the UK and the US. Spanning over 15,000 sqm, the fair is primed to deliver a vibrant showcase of intelligent, secure, and sustainable solutions for the security and fire safety industries, affirming its position as Asia Pacific’s hub for innovation and procurement. Amid growing e...
The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the organisation for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education worldwide, announces the winners of its Annual Awards 2026, recognising outstanding achievement across the global university security community. The awards were presented on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, at the AUCSO Gala Dinner and Awards Evening, held in the Great Hall at the University of Exeter, as part of the AUCSO Annual Conference and AGM 2026. M...
In busy offices, gyms, schools, hospitals, or co-working spaces, nobody wants to leave their belongings lying around, risking loss or theft. It often makes sense to provide space users with secure locker access. However, managing physical locker keys eats up staff time. Coin-operated lockers are inconvenient in an increasingly cashless world. The solution: digital access for lockers. A digital lock designed specifically for lockers and cabinets solves the most important challenges facing any se...
iDenfy, a global RegTech service and fraud prevention solution provider, has announced a new partnership with NuxGame, a B2B iGaming software provider with over 8 years of experience delivering solutions across international iGaming markets. This partnership formalises the integration of iDenfy’s identity verification technology into the NuxGame platform. NuxGame operator partners now benefit from a reliable solution for know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance. It is fully...
Zenitel, the provider of Unified Critical Communication Solutions, has named LAR Rep Group a Manufacturer’s Representative for the safety and security market in Mexico and Latin America. LAR, with offices in Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, and Argentina, is one of the largest and most recognized sales group in the region. Since 2003, it has represented the best security manufacturers with superior security and safety solutions to Latin America. That initial vision has transformed into a soli...
The security industry is positioning itself: months ahead of the event, Security Essen 2026 is already seeing strong demand from companies and a correspondingly high level of exhibitor participation. From 22 to 25 September at Messe Essen, trade visitors can look forward to a comprehensive market overview, a wealth of innovation and excellent opportunities for networking and business development. The ticket shop is now open; tickets for the trade fair are available at the Security Essen website...
Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces that, based on strong customer demand, Clumio, a Commvault company, is extending its cloud-native cyber resilience capabilities to Google Cloud Storage, while expanding support for the leading hyperscaler environments. Customers using Google Cloud Storage can leverage Clumio to protect and recover large-scale datasets powering AI and analytics workloads. With this announcement, Clumio is bringing proven resilience...
Delta, a pioneer in power management and smart green solutions, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of industrial automation solutions at Hannover Messe 2026, (20–24 April 2026), in Hall 13, Stand C02. Delta will highlight how its advanced drives, HMI panels, and controller solutions enable smarter manufacturing by improving energy efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. At the same time, Delta ensures robust protection for customers across a wide range of industries, from mach...
Infosecurity Europe, the most influential information security event, running from 2-4 June 2026 at Excel London, announces a major focus on artificial intelligence across its 2026 programme, as new research reveals that nearly two-thirds (64%) of UK cybersecurity leaders believe Agentic AI will have the biggest impact on cybersecurity over the next three years. The findings, part of Infosecurity Europe’s 2026 Cybersecurity Trends Research, underscore the growing impact of AI on cybersecu...
Reconeyez, a provider of AI-powered, autonomous security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as Vice President - Sales EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as the company enters a new phase of international expansion, having joined the VOSKER group. Peter Young, CEO of Reconeyez, welcomed Mark, saying: “Mark joins Reconeyez at an incredibly exciting time for the business. Having joined the VOSKER group, we are bringing together two industry-leading techno...
dormakaba named Heather Torrey as its new Executive Vice President for the Americas. Torrey comes to dormakaba from Honeywell, where she most recently served as the General Manager for the Security and Access Solutions business in the Americas. A proven transformative leader, Torrey brings experience commercial organizations, managing complex channel structures, and working in international environments, including more than a decade in the Asia-Pacific region. Strengthening customer engagement...
