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Atos, a global pioneer in AI-powered digital transformation, announced the extension and expansion of its long-standing strategic partnership with CNA, one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies, through a new multi-year infrastructure and cybersecurity services agreement with an expected total value of up to approximately $500 million over the duration of the core agreement, inclusive of potential future extensions and additional services. Agreement details T...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in mobile security, outlined its new AI-empowered mobile security vision, including the availability of two new AI-powered agents that provide a force multiplier in the battle to harden the mobile attack surface. Globally, cybercriminals have moved to a mobile-first attack strategy, weaponising AI coupled with highly sophisticated social engineering campaigns. The result is that mobile apps and devices now represent the most vulnerable attack surface in most organis...

Netwrix, a recognised pioneer in identity and data security solutions, announces the appointment of Avesta Hojjati as Chief Technology Officer, Marcin Gierlak as Vice President of Engineering and Kraków Site Leader, and Natalie Tomlin as Head of Channel for North America. "With AI fuelling both external attackers and data leakage, our customers are confronted by security challenges that are more complex than ever — more identities, more data, more risk,” said Grady Summers, C...

Cellebrite DI Ltd., a global pioneer in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, announces that its Cellebrite Government Cloud (CGC) platform has achieved FedRAMP(r) High Authorisation, the federal government's highly stringent cloud security standard, with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) serving as the authorising agency. FedRAMP High Authorisation represents the highest standard for cloud security controls within the FedRAMP framewo...

Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) announced that its JamAlert™ cellular jamming detection technology has achieved UL 2610 Certification. UL 2610 is the standard for commercial premises security alarm units and systems. It defines requirements for how commercial intrusion and holdup alarm systems must be designed, built, tested and perform. This certification marks a significant milestone for JamAlert, providing independent validation of its performance and reliability while expanding its...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, announces that its Rochester, NY location has been recognised as a 2026 Rochester Top Workplaces Award winner. The Top Workplaces Award is based entirely on employee feedback, making it one of the most credible and meaningful forms of workplace recognition. Companies are evaluated on culture, leadership, engagement, and overall employee exper...

WatchGuard® Technologies, the pioneer in unified cybersecurity for MSPs, today redefined how managed service providers (MSPs) deliver security at scale with the launch of Rai™. Unveiled at the company’s EMEA Impact Partner Conference, Rai is a new agentic AI digital workforce built specifically for MSPs that proactively performs cybersecurity duties across client environments. Rai is an always-on digital worker that operates as a true extension of the security team, detecting, c...

Intersec Shanghai 2026 opens at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai, showcasing the future of public protection, high-risk workplace safety, and critical infrastructure security. Building on its successful debut, the three-day fair places a stronger emphasis on scenario-led applications, highlighting how advanced technologies are deployed across real-world safety environments. Under the theme “Internationally Leading Technology + Comprehensive Safety Scenarios&...

AxxonSoft has released version 3.0 of its intelligent video management platform Axxon One. The update introduces new cybersecurity and access management features to meet strict enterprise standards, expands video analytics and archive investigation capabilities, and delivers a faster, more intuitive user experience across configuration, operation, and search workflows. The platform’s Vision-Language Model (VLM) now powers both real-time scene understanding and archive search — enabl...

Organisations of every size and type have already discovered the security and convenience benefits of a CLIQ digital key access management system. Now, new CLIQ Readers and Updaters for indoor and outdoor use make extending the scope and reach of a CLIQ solution even simpler, including to third-party digital access devices. It takes CLIQ to new openings more easily than ever before. New additions These new additions to the CLIQ family are compatible with fully electronic eCLIQ and electromec...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, is urging organisations to strengthen credential governance across connected physical security systems, as AI accelerates the scale and sophistication of cyber threats. Credential based attacks AI‑driven tools are accelerating credential‑based attacks by increasing their speed, scale, and precision. For organisations managing connected cameras, access control systems, servers, and cloud services, weak or poorly governed...

Group-IB, a foremost creator of predictive cybersecurity technologies to investigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, has been named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cyberthreat Intelligence Technologies. This recognition places Group-IB among just five vendors to achieve Leader status in the first Magic Quadrant™ Gartner® has ever published for the threat intelligence market, an evaluation that assessed eighteen vendors across completeness of vision...

Videonetics, a global pioneer in True AI-powered video computing, has been awarded the “AI-Driven Critical Infrastructure Security Excellence Award” at the prestigious 25th Edition of Data Center Summit & Awards 2026, organised by UBS Forums in ITC Maratha, Mumbai. The recognition highlights Videonetics’ pioneering role in transforming critical infrastructure security through advanced AI-powered video intelligence, enabling organisations to move from reactive monitoring to...

Regula, a global developer of identity verification solutions, has introduced server-side reprocessing of mobile driver’s license (mDL) data in its updated Regula Document Reader SDK. This new feature helps organisations strengthen fraud prevention by validating digital IDs in a controlled backend environment rather than relying solely on user devices. The release comes as mobile IDs gain adoption across the US and other countries, while organisations face growing pressure to veri...

MSA Safety Incorporated, a global pioneer in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions that protect people and facility infrastructure, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Autronica Fire and Security ("Autronica") for approximately $555 million. Founded in 1957, Autronica is a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of fire detection, gas detection, and alarm systems. Autronica serves the critical infrastructure, energy, and maritim...

Camelot Secure announced that Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Sherri Thomas, has been recognised by CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, within its prestigious 2026 Women of the Channel list.  Thomas was selected for her leadership in building Camelot Secure’s partner ecosystem and advancing AI-driven cybersecurity solutions that help organisations strengthen their security posture. CRN’s 2026 Women of the Channel list is featured online at crn.com/wotc. Honouring women The annu...

Arrow Electronics, a global technology solutions provider, announces the integration of Chip One Stop’s e-commerce capabilities into arrow.com, strengthening its omnichannel customer engagement in Japan. By bringing together Arrow’s global resources, supplier network, and digital tools with Chip One Stop’s trusted local expertise, the integration delivers a more seamless and consistent customer experience while laying a strong foundation for long term growth. Through the integ...

Every migration project they have been part of starts in a similar fashion — a team that knows where it needs to go, and a real concern about what breaks while it's getting there. That gap between destination and transition is where most projects run into trouble. The question they hear most often from security teams isn't whether to move to the cloud, it's how to get there without disrupting the systems people depend on every day. That's the harder question — and it's the one worth...

TE Connectivity, a world pioneer in connectors and sensors, has been named to the Dow Jones Best-In-Class Index for the 14th consecutive year. Previously known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, the Best-In-Class Indices are designed for investors seeking a global index of companies that prioritise sustainability and good governance. TE's inclusion places it in the top 20% of its industry peers based on long-term economic, environmental and social criteria. Corporate responsibility strat...

The evolving security landscape is increasingly shaping industrial development in Germany. The war in Ukraine, conflicts in the Middle East, and a growing focus on civil protection are having a noticeable impact on markets, business models, and investment decisions. This is precisely where the EURO DEFENCE EXPO comes in. The new international trade fair for the defence industry will make its debut at Messe Essen from 22 to 25 September. Around 250 exhibitors are expected. For Messe Essen CEO Ol...

Cellebrite DI Ltd., a global pioneer in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions, announces the appointment of Shiven Ramji as President of Products and Technology. In this role, Ramji will lead the Company's product and technology organisation, driving innovation and execution of Cellebrite's industry-pioneer Digital Investigative and Intelligence platform. Ramji will start on May 4, 2026 and succeed Ronnen Armon, who will be retiring in a few months after the transition is...

Detection Technology, a pioneer in X-ray detector solutions, has expanded its X-ray flat panel detector portfolio for battery inspection by adding high-speed IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide) -based detectors, available in panel sizes 1313, 3030, and 4343, alongside its established a-Si (Amorphous Silicon) solutions. The expanded offering is designed to meet increasing requirements for imaging speed, precision, and throughput in battery manufacturing. The company’s IGZO detectors, optimise...

Originally founded by firefighters responding to emergency oil rig incidents, JOIFF is a respected, not for profit organisation dedicated to improving standards and shared learning across the high-hazard industry. Its accreditation is internationally recognised for its focus on competency-based training, ensuring emergency responders are properly prepared for incidents. Securitas UK joined JOIFF as a member in April 2025, commencing a period of close engagement focused on strengthening training...

DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, introduces a new AI Trust architecture designed to help organisations secure AI systems and their outputs. The company is also unveiling new capabilities to help secure autonomous agents and AI models, along with separate capabilities to provide verifiable content authenticity in the age of AI. Artificial intelligence is accelerating innovation at an unprecedented pace while simultaneously breaking traditional models of trust. Autonomous agents act acro...

ULTRALOQ, a best-selling smart lock brand under Xthings, a global pioneer in AIoT solutions, announced that several of its smart lock models have achieved certification for Aliro, a new open industry standard developed under the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) that enables secure digital keys stored directly in smartphone wallets. The certification spans a variety of deadbolt and latch style smart locks, offering intelligent and convenient access control solutions for homeowners, pro...

Milestone Systems Strengthens Security Operations and Expands Cloud Capabilities with XProtect 2026 R1 and Arcules Updates Milestone Systems, a world pioneer in open platform video management software, today announced XProtect 2026 R1 and Arcules VSaaS platform enhancements, delivering updates to strengthen security operations, simplify system management, and expand cloud flexibility across a wide range of deployment environments. Greater operational intelligence “XProtect 2026 R1 and t...

dormakaba, a global provider in the access solutions market, opens a new production facility in Nogales, Mexico. With operations in Mexico since 2016, the new facility represents a multimillion-dollar investment designed to support commercial growth in North America. Chief Operations Officer Carsten Franke and dormakaba Americas leadership joined Nogales employees and Mexican dignitaries to celebrate the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Flexible manufacturing network "Today marks an important milesto...

iDenfy, an international RegTech provider specialising in identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced the launch of a phone number-based one-time verification feature for Australia and New Zealand. The new update to iDenfy’s SMS Verification solution adds an important dual, real-time verification layer: users both verify their phone and then continue to capture their ID document’s information, minimising chances of fraud. Since this flow is already familiar, the...

iDenfy, an international RegTech provider specialising in identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced the launch of a phone number-based one-time verification feature for Australia and New Zealand. The new update to iDenfy’s SMS Verification solution adds an important dual, real-time verification layer: users both verify their phone and then continue to capture their ID document’s information, minimising chances of fraud. Since this flow is already familiar, the...

Securitas has acquired CamVision, a Danish technology driven security specialist with a strong position in retail loss prevention and electronic security solutions. The acquisition strengthens Securitas’ ability to deliver reliable and scalable security solutions for micro and small singlesite businesses as well as larger, multisite clients across Denmark. For micro and small businesses, the acquisition enhances Securitas’ offering of standardised, packaged security solutions that c...