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ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announces a strategic partnership with AEGIX, a Utah-based provider of the resources, technology, equipment and training for first responders. Through the partnership, ZeroEyes’ best-in-class AI gun detection and situational awareness software will be integrated into the AEGIX AIM active incident management platform to create a sole-...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has secured approval from the U.S. Department of Labor for its national programme standards establishing a new apprenticeship initiative for security technicians and installers. This 12-month programme, created to help address the security industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline, and foster career development opportunities within the industry, is designed to develop basic networking, IT, and cybersecurity c...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has successfully completed the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) reaccreditation process for its standards development programme. ANSI, the nonprofit standards body accreditation organisation that oversees the development of voluntary consensus standards for products, processes, systems, and personnel in the United States requires all ANSI-accredited standards developers to complete a full audit of all documentation and procedures to ensure com...
Vismo, a pioneering provider of employee tracking, monitoring and safety solutions, announced a partnership with Exlog Global, a specialist in providing local knowledge, and geographical reach, to help mitigate risk, protect assets and save lives. Exlog has deployed Vismo’s tracking and security solution to enhance how its global operations team accounts for the whereabouts and safety of client employees, and manages risks for their clients. Vismo and Exlog partnership Exlog will use t...
Security specialist - Mark Wall has completed his quest to climb Mount Snowdon with his daughter - Maddie, raising over £600 for Anxious Minds in honour of mental health awareness week. Standing at 1,085 metres above sea level, Mark Wall, Managing Director of Wall2Wall Group and Maddie completed the epic trek to the peak of the highest mountain in England and Wales. Anxious Minds, the chosen charity, provides vital support, counselling, and resources for individuals dealing wit...
ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, is pleased to announce that Christopher Toll has joined the company as a Regional Business Manager for North America. Specifically, Toll will be responsible for driving the company’s sales and business development efforts across all markets in the northeastern U.S. Christopher Toll most recently served as Senior Director for Sales and Delivery at zData, a division of French-based IT services...
SGT Capital is pleased to announce that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Elatec GmbH from growth equity investor - Summit Partners. SGT Capital is a global private equity firm that invests in mid-sized, market-leading companies and supports existing management teams in realising their ambitions for accelerated international expansion. Physical and digital access solutions Headquartered in Germany, Elatec is the international developer and supplier of a range of secure physical...
Ripjar, the trusted provider for identifying and tackling criminal and malicious activity, has announced it is expanding its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS), launching the integration of Ripjar’s Labyrinth for Threat Investigations (LTI) solution with Amazon Security Lake. Amazon Security Lake Amazon Security Lake is a service that automatically centralises an organisation’s security data from across their AWS environments, leading SaaS providers, on-premises,...
COMPUTEX 2023, one of the top three global information and communication exhibitions, will run from May 30 to June 2 and as a pioneer in smart solutions, BenQ Group, utilising its ‘Smart+/Smart Plus’ concept will showcase seven smart fields in collaboration with 22 group companies spanning vertical markets including enterprise, catering and retail, manufacturing, network communication, education, transportation, and more. BenQ Group’s Chairman Peter Chen says, “BenQ Grou...
Matrix Comsec, a renowned provider of cutting-edge security and telecom solutions is excited to announce the release of its latest breakthrough innovation: NVR XS, a range of compact network video recorders specifically engineered to cater to the unique needs of small businesses. This exceptional NVR series, including the NVR0401X, NVR0801X, and NVR1601X variants offers unparalleled performance and robust storage technology. Small businesses have been looking for a surveillance solution t...
Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announces the DM286 Infrared Guided Measurement (IGM™) Multimeter, and two new clamp meters, the CM57-2 and the CM85-2. The reimagined multimeter and clamp meters replace the predecessor DM285, CM57, and CM85, respectively, providing technicians with upgraded tools to perform safe and accurate electrical inspections and to identify hazards before contact is made. Multispectral dynamic imaging “The FLIR DM285 IGM multimete...
Innodisk, a global AIoT solution provider, has been deeply engaged in the embedded and industrial market for years, accompanying the industry's transformation from IoT to IIoT and AIoT, assisting customers in integrating AI and IoT technologies into their applications. Not only to fulfil customers' increasing demand for AI, but Innodisk is also proactively planning to integrate AI intelligence into its manufacturing centre. This strategic move aims to enhance the overall efficiency of its...
Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces the appointment of Dan Chapman as UK Distribution Salesperson. In his new role, Dan will work closely with TDSi’s distribution partners to ensure its products, services, and support are delivered to and benefit installers and end users across the UK. Joining TDSi from Norbain SD, where he was Regional Sales Executive, Dan has an impressive background in technology sales and several years’ experience of working with...
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has revealed that around 90 organisations have suffered personal data breaches following the recent Capita cyber-attack that happened in March earlier this year. Pension funds such as The Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), the UK's main pension fund for universities, is among the victims whose data has been compromised as a result of this attack. The outsourcing giant is said to have left a pool of data unsecured online and hu...
Matrix and its channel partners, DTC Systems Pvt. Ltd., The Best Comsec, and Sastha Technologies, successfully showcased their line of cutting-edge security and telecom products at Matrix Partner Connect. Held at Hotel Vijay Elanza, Coimbatore, on May 26th, 2023, the event attracted a vast number of system integrators and potential clients, who were given an exclusive look at Matrix's innovative range of products in Telecom, IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance solutions....
Comelit-PAC has launched an enhanced range of next and advanced CCTV products, utilising the latest in cloud-ready video surveillance technology that is fully compliant with the National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA). As a pioneering global security specialist, Comelit-PAC has continuously evolved its CCTV product range to meet the changing needs of its customers. Its latest offering is designed to present the highest levels of security while presenting purpose-built solutions for every appl...
Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in autonomous access control solutions, announces its updated and improved pricing, paving the way for the industry’s first cloud-based facial authentication-as-a-service (FAaaS) model. This new pricing structure provides companies with the opportunity to upgrade their access control systems to the most secure and enterprise-grade solution available in the market at a more accessible price point than ever before. Access control systems "By unveiling the world&rsq...
RGB Spectrum®, an industry leader in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, announced its new Zio® D2100 Series H.264/H.265 decoders. The new decoders are compact, full-featured units designed for critical IP signal distribution. Like the D2000 decoders they replace, the Zio D2100 Series decoders are available in 2K and 4K models with 4k60 output. Additional enhancements to the new Zio D2100 Series include: Choice of connection to a disp...
IDEMIA Identity and Security (I&S) North America continues to lead the U.S. digital credential market with the launch of the Missouri Mobile ID App, in partnership with the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR). State residents can download the free app from either the Apple App Store or Google Play to manage their identity securely and easily from their mobile phones. Missouri will also be the first state in the country to offer users the added benefit and convenience of using Mobile...
With keyless and fully mobile access options – and exceptional attention to detail – this padlock delivers unbeatable durability and reliability. SALTO’s new Neoxx G3 electronic padlock is the most advanced and versatile locking system suitable for a wide range of applications. “We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the SALTO Neoxx G3 electronic padlock which is the most advanced and versatile locking system on the market,” said Marc Handels, SALTO System...
Arcules, a provider of unified, intelligent video-surveillance-as-a-service solutions, announced the integration of its cloud-based video platform with the Genea access control platform. The combined cloud-based solution allows businesses to manage access to facilities, validate activities with video data, and quickly react to protect employees and company assets. The unified security solution incorporates video feeds for real-time monitoring, video playback of cloud-based video, camera mappin...
Face recognition technology has revolutionised the domains of access control and time attendance, bringing about improvements in security and surveillance. However, like any emerging technology, it has also been met with skepticism and controversy, with myths being circulated that can cause unnecessary worry and fear among the general public. In this article, Matrix Comsec aims to debunk some of the most common myths surrounding face recognition technology. Myth #1: Facial recognition id...
Jean-Philippe Deby, Director of Global Accounts at Genetec comments: “Coming from the public safety software industry, we’d often see companies treating privacy and security as a binary choice. I’m delighted to say the EU GDPR helped change that mindset, acting as a major catalyst for change in Europe and beyond. Part of its legacy is that we now have explicit legislation for data and privacy protection in 137 countries around the world. It’s now much more accepted that p...
Contractors working on data centre construction are being warned about a costly oversight that could lead to downtime and costly remedial work, according to a new sector report. The concern is being raised around incorrectly designed and installed flying for backup generators leading to overheating and system failure during grid outages. Critical infrastructure malfunction-related downtime may not only lead to steep penalties for data centre operators but also reputational damage for the c...
Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions, is encouraging access control administrators to take on the spring cleaning of their access control system data by using the System Clean Up Utility feature available with the Sielox Pinnacle™ 11.0 Access Control Platform. The System Clean Up Utility feature effectively enables a swift and thorough cleanup of invalid or outdated access control data, resulting in enhanced system management and security. Enh...
The success of ransomware gangs has spurred a significant trend of professionalisation amongst cyber criminals, where different groups develop specialised services to offer one another, according to a new report from WithSecure™ (formerly known as F-Secure Business). Ransomware has been around for decades, but the threat has continuously adapted to improvements in defences through the years. One notable development is the current dominance of multi-point extortion ransomware groups, which...
Innodisk is aggressively transforming into an AIoT solutions provider by demonstrating its AI development progress at Computex 2023. The company showcases various AIoT solutions under the three core strengths – 'Absolute Integration, Application Insight, and AI Empowerment.' Hardware-software integration With the philosophy of absolute integration, Innodisk continues its hardware-software integration advantage to architect the Innodisk AI solution, including the AI platforms, AI machine...
ASSA ABLOY, the global pioneer in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next-generation exit devices from long-standing pioneers in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security, and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. Innovative, industry-first The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Ru...
Delinea, a provider of solutions that seamlessly extend Privileged Access Management (PAM), has announced the latest version of Cloud Suite, part of its Server PAM solution, which provides privileged access to and authorisation for servers. Updates include more granular support for just-in-time (JIT) and just-enough privilege access automation and improved identity assurance through enforced human interaction, when prompted for multi-factor authentication (MFA) at server log-in or privilege ele...
Dell Technologies introduces Dell NativeEdge, an edge operations software platform, designed to help businesses simplify and optimise secure edge deployments. Customers can streamline edge operations across thousands of devices and locations from the edge to core data centres and multiple clouds. Dell NativeEdge Delivering on the promise of Project Frontier, Dell NativeEdge is the industry’s only edge operations software platform delivering secure device onboarding at scale,...
