Access control news

Nutanix, a hybrid cloud pioneer and AI innovator, announces the general availability of Nutanix Enterprise AI (NAI) 2.8, and the upcoming general availability of Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP) 2.19, along with new incentives, programs, and resources designed to help partners accelerate growth on emerging AI opportunities. Many enterprises face a major roadblock when deploying AI: AI is accelerating the shift to containers, while critical applications and data remain spread across both virtua...

HackerOne, a pioneer in Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM), announces the appointment of Naveen Bhateja as Chief People Officer. Bhateja joins the executive leadership team to lead the company's people strategy, leadership development and culture. Bhateja brings more than 25 years of experience building leadership and talent in global technology companies through periods of fast growth and change. At HackerOne, he will focus on developing the company's leaders, deepening its bench and...

Ambient.ai, the pioneer in Agentic Physical Security, announces new capabilities across the Ambient Platform, adding agentic intelligence to how security teams monitor, investigate, and operate. The new capabilities include an AI agent that continuously monitors every camera and surfaces what matters most, a new case management workflow that turns scattered clips into a single connected incident story in minutes, and infrastructure upgrades that double camera density on existing hardware. Full...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces that independent analyst reports from Omdia and Novaira Insights have once again ranked the company as the global market pioneer in video management software. Both reports show that Genetec increased its market share in 2025, reinforcing its leadership position in this multi-billion-dollar market as organisations worldwide modernise their physical security operations. Genetec grew 20% against the 13.3% growth in the v...

Prometheus Security Group Global (PSG), the FED-GOV Nuclear Security Platform and a pioneer in Zero Trust physical security and operational technology (OT) solutions, announces a technology partnership with Mercury Security, a pioneer in open-architecture access control hardware, to extend Zero Trust principles deeper into physical security environments — all the way to the far edge. The partnership combines Mercury’s industry-pioneer access control platform with PSG’s patente...

Hochiki Europe will exhibit at Fire and Security India, running from the 3rd to 5th September, bringing its trusted fire detection and life safety range to one of South Asia's largest fire and security gatherings. Founded in Japan in 1918, Hochiki has spent over a century designing and manufacturing fire detection technology. As international standards such as EN 54 and UL become more widely specified alongside domestic requirements on major Indian projects, the show is an important opportunity...

Security 101, a national provider of commercial electronic security solutions, announces the acquisition of Silverstrand Technologies, Inc., a San Diego-based integrator serving commercial, government, and institutional clients across Southern California. The acquisition strengthens Security 101's presence in the San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, and Riverside markets and brings a respected regional team with broad technical range into the company's West Region. Southern California is one...

Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology and services, announces the expansion of the Schlage® XE360™ Series with RealSync™. Building upon the success of the XE360 Series offline locks introduced in 2024, this family of wireless locks can now provide building operators and administrators real-time device visibility and control without the need for additional wiring or infrastructure. This groundbreaking, fully wireless solution is designed to bring intelligent,...

Comelit-PAC has launched a new range of linear beam smoke detectors designed to simplify the protection of large, open spaces, combining easier commissioning with compatibility across both addressable and conventional fire alarm systems. Developed for applications such as warehouses, atriums, industrial facilities, sports halls and other high-ceiling environments, the new detectors use reflective infrared beam technology to monitor for the presence of smoke over distances of up to 120 metres....

Matrix unveils its new brand identity, marking a defining milestone in the company’s evolution and the beginning of its next phase of global growth. The evolved identity is a sharper expression of the company Matrix has become—an enterprise technology organisation built on purposeful innovation, engineering excellence and uncompromising substance. It reflects the scale and maturity of the business today while establishing a stronger platform for new markets, partnerships and opportu...

Axis Communications, a pioneer in network video, announces it has joined a strategic initiative, the Frontier AI Critical Defense Program, created by Palo Alto Networks to protect critical infrastructure from Frontier AI-driven exploits. As a founding partner in this program, Axis will collaborate with Palo Alto Networks to provide joint customers with advanced, network-level protections designed to mitigate the risks associated with AI-accelerated exploits. The rise of Frontier AI models is si...

ConnectWise, the software and services company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers, announces the appointment of Craig Rones as Chief Marketing Officer. Rones will lead Global marketing strategy, brand, and demand generation, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Manny Rivelo. Rones joins ConnectWise at a category-defining moment as Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and IT teams navigate AI adoption, escalating cyber risk, and growing customer expectations. Building on the recent la...

IDScan.net, a provider of identity verification and ID scanning technology, announces a new partnership with ScrapWare, a provider of software solutions for the scrap metal and recycling industry. Through the partnership, ScrapWare has integrated IDScan.net's ParseLink technology into its point-of-sale platform, giving recycling facilities a faster and more reliable way to capture and process customer identification during transactions. Scrap and recycling companies operate in a highly regulate...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces new enhancements that help organisations fast-track their mobile access adoption as part of their broader digital transformation. Introduced ahead of GSX 2026, the updates enable users to build on existing infrastructure, reduce onsite work and streamline deployment by eliminating the need to replace readers or issue new mobile keys. One of the biggest obstacles for mobile projects is the need to update readers already installed throughout...

DoorBird, a manufacturer of IP-based video door intercom and access control solutions, announced today that it will exhibit at CEDIA Expo 2026 in Denver from September 2-4, 2026, showcasing its latest innovations designed for residential, multi-family, gated, commercial, and small business applications. Attendees will experience the newest additions to the DoorBird portfolio, including the DoorBird D22, the upcoming D31 5G, and the company’s new generation of indoor stations. As demand co...

Iris ID, the pioneer in iris recognition technology, announces the release of the iCAM TD200, a next-generation handheld biometric camera designed to simultaneously capture dual iris and face images quickly and accurately in real-world and challenging environments. It combines portability, an intuitive interface, and powerful imaging capture in a lightweight form factor, making it ideal for identity programs and security applications worldwide delivering One Trusted Identity.   Hand...

Zimperium, the pioneer in AI-empowered mobile security, releases new research revealing how threat actors are using sophisticated recruitment-themed phishing campaigns to specifically target corporate credentials, with mobile devices creating an especially effective attack surface. The campaigns impersonate recruiters and HR personnel from well-known global brands, using realistic interview and scheduling experiences to lure victims into counterfeit login pages. Critically, the phishing infrast...

Secure Logiq and Cortech Developments are joining forces for Resilience by Design, a new CPD-accredited event designed to get consultants and specifiers thinking about resilience from the very beginning of the security system design process. Taking place at The British Library in London on 16th September and The Lowry in Salford on 7th October, the sessions will bring together Secure Logiq’s expertise in server and storage technology for HD surveillance with Cortech Developments’ in...

Iris ID, announces its successful completion of its SOC 2 examination as of October 24, 2025. The SOC 2 audit was conducted by A-LIGN, the provider in cybersecurity compliance trusted by more than 4,000 global organisations to help mitigate cybersecurity risks. Mitigating cybersecurity risks Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the SOC 2 examination is designed for organisations of any size, regardless of industry and scope, to ensure the personal ass...

Securitas Technology, one of the world’s largest electronic security companies, will highlight the technologies, trends and innovations shaping the future of physical security at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Attendees are invited to visit Booth #1905 to explore emerging technologies, engage with industry experts and gain insight into the evolving security landscape. A centerpiece of the company's presence at GSX will be the debut of the 2027 Global Technology O...

Showcasing the power of partnerships, barox and Gallagher will highlight their joint value proposition at GSX, booth #3433, 14-16 September, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta. Revealing seamless integration with Gallagher Security’s award-winning Command Centre site management platform, at the show, a range of barox Ethernet switches will demonstrate how an unparalleled level of monitoring and diagnostics capability can be achieved in just a single integrated platform, covering every...

Alcatraz, the pioneer in facial biometric authentication for physical access, today announced the rollout of several new platform innovations designed to enhance accessibility, streamline system management and deliver a more intuitive user experience. These new enhancements underscore Alcatraz’s commitment to frictionless, privacy-first security for enterprises, critical infrastructure and regulated industries. As part of Alcatraz’s ongoing commitment to innovation, its latest produ...

Alcatraz, the AI-powered physical access control company redefining secure entry through facial authentication, announces the appointment of Ilya Ozerets as Senior Vice President of Product & Innovation. In this role, Ilya will lead Alcatraz’s next phase of product and technology evolution, overseeing product, software, and hardware teams to accelerate execution, strengthen cross-functional alignment, and deliver high-impact, revenue-generating innovations across the company. Revenue...

BuzzFeed, Inc. is one of the most recognisable names in digital media, with 500+ employees, a newsroom and operations across Los Angeles and New York, and a brand built on being fast, scrappy, and ahead of the curve. Their physical security program was trying to keep pace. BuzzFeed was spending more on physical security, not technology, to manage security. In-person guards. Long shifts. Weekend coverage. Manual paper reports. The model was expensive. It wasn’t scalable. And it was overdue...

Gunnebo Safe Storage is returning to Security Essen, to showcase how secure storage, connected locking technologies and cyber resilience are converging to shape the future of physical security. On stand 3A65 in Hall 3 within the Euro Defence Expo, visitors can explore TransitGuard, Gunnebo Safe Storage's mobile vault solution, developed to provide secure protection for cash, valuables and other high-value assets while in transit or in mission. As organisations continue to review how assets are...

F5, the global pioneer in delivering and securing every app and API, introduces significant enhancements to the F5 AI Gateway and integrated the solution into the F5 AI Security Platform. The enhanced F5 AI Gateway seamlessly enforces policies on every AI request, giving enterprises a unified control plane to govern how AI models, agents, and tools are accessed and used, while optimising the economics of AI at scale. Enterprises have moved past AI experimentation, but governance has not kept pa...

NETSCOUT®, a provider of observability, AIOps, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, announces enhancements to its Arbor Edge Defense (AED) solution that helps enterprises maintain the availability of revenue-generating and mission-critical applications against sophisticated DDoS attacks that evade or bypass content delivery network (CDN) DDoS defences. The enhancements identify malicious sources concealed behind shared CDN infrastructure and apply precise, service-specific c...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, today announced the speaker lineup for its third annual World Quantum Readiness Day, taking place virtually on September 17, 2026. Bringing together experts from across cryptography, cybersecurity, and technology, the event will focus on how organisations can move from quantum readiness planning to action. This year’s theme, “From Blueprint to Build,” covers practical approaches to PQC migration, changes in global regulations an...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in physical security entrance solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Sitemetric centred on a customised Boon Edam Turnlock 100 Mobile Platform. Marketed as the Sitemetric Deluxe Turnstile, the mobile full height turnstile combines Boon Edam’s proven security entrance expertise with Sitemetric’s Integrated Construction Intelligence platform to deliver superior security and safety for evolving construction projects. Boon Edam and Sitemet...

Zero Networks, the provider of Zero Trust security solutions, announces a major expansion of its integration with Palo Alto Networks, extending the companies’ joint solution from automated microsegmentation and firewall policy orchestration to zero-touch containment and AI security. The original integration combined Zero Networks’ automated asset discovery, dynamic tagging, and identity-driven microsegmentation with Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls. The expanded integrat...