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International SOS, the world’s pioneering health and security risk management services firm, announced a strategic partnership with Exlog Global (Exlog), a boutique, veteran-owned risk solutions provider. Together, they will deliver a seamless, intelligence-led executive services solution that integrates security and protective intelligence in one unified program. Intelligence and threat monitoring The joint solution will feature executive exposure assessments, protective in...

Bosch, a pioneering supplier of technology and services, and Alibaba Group, a global technology company focused on e-commerce and cloud computing, announced an expanded strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation through advanced cloud computing and AI technologies. The enhanced collaboration will focus on cloud-based enterprise operations, AI-driven business innovations, and e-commerce expansion. Alibaba’s advanced cloud infrastructure “Our partnership opens up exc...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced the launch of its newly redesigned corporate website. The platform delivers a refreshed design, faster performance, and advanced security features, providing investors and stakeholders with an improved user experience. AI-driven security sector AITX’s focus on transparency and its commitment to providing investors with clear and accessible data The launch of the new website closely follows current best practices for world cl...

Reolink, an innovative pioneer in intelligent visual technology for home and business, proudly announced the ReoNeura, Reolink’s next-generation AI system transforming smart security, and unveiled TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi, the world’s first 4K 360-degree PTZ floodlight camera with local AI Video Search at IFA 2025.  Tired of endless video scrubbing, missed events, or false alerts? ReoNeura is designed to tackle these challenges. ReoNeura is Reolink's intelligent AI system that...

AGILOX North America, a major innovator in the field of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material handling, announced its first-ever presence at PACK EXPO, held in Las Vegas. This underscores the company's expansion in the burgeoning U.S. West Coast market. Seizing this momentum, AGILOX will also use the trade show as the platform for the highly anticipated North American launch of its newest AMR, the AGILOX OFL. PACK EXPO The company's decision to exhibit at PACK EXPO for the first time...

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems announced that ecoLOGIC has been awarded the first TÜV SÜD test mark for Low-Risk AI, making ASSA ABLOY the first manufacturer to receive the newly launched mark. The voluntary program provides third-party validation for AI applications considered low risk under the EU AI Act, where no mandatory legal testing is required. AI to fine-tune door parameters ecoLOGIC uses AI to fine-tune door parameters such as door speed, hold-open times and closing behaviour...

BIRD Aerosystems, a global provider of innovative airborne defence solutions, announces the official launch of its latest development – the µDIRCM : the most compact, lightweight, and cost-effective DIRCM solution available today,  developed based on BIRD’s fully operationally proven SPREOS DIRCM technologies. Tailored to meet the growing demand for lightweight defence systems, the µDIRCM enables unique and comprehensive airborne missile defence even for small plat...

The latest generation of AI video solutions is significantly outperforming conventional security systems in retail applications, achieving faster return-on-investment and delivering notable new benefits, says IDIS in its latest market assessment. While conventional surveillance systems are focused largely on security and targeted at loss prevention, the latest AI-powered video solutions are proving to be as attractive to retail sales directors, marketing departments, and heads of finance, says...

In the hyper-connected world, cyber threats are no longer just a possibility—they’re an inevitability. Organisations across industries are grappling with increasingly sophisticated attacks that disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data and erode trust. A whopping 88% of organisations expect GenAI to explode data volumes, yet 65% of these same organisations backup less than 50% of their data. For business pioneers, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Staying competitive in this...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to report some of the brave acts its security professionals performed during the second quarter of 2025. “Security professionals go to work knowing that they may encounter unpredictable situations where fast, critical thinking is vital,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal global chairman and CEO. “I am honoured that Allied Universal is consistently represented by heroic individuals who are ab...

ST Engineering held its annual InnoTech Conference 2025, bringing together industry visionaries, business pioneers and government officials to shape the future with AI. Themed “AI.Innovating the Future”, the large-scale conference was graced by Guest-of-Honour Josephine Teo, Minister for Digital Development and Information, and Minister-in-charge of Cybersecurity and Smart Nation Group. One of the conference’s highlights was the announcement of a five-year, $250 million AI...

Cawamo, a next-generation security SaaS company, announced it will exhibit at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) with live demonstrations of its unified, AI-powered command & control platform. GSX will be held September 29–October 1 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Centre in New Orleans. Organised by ASIS International, GSX is one of North America’s largest annual security events, convening thousands of professionals from across the commercial security ecosystem. Real-time AI...

Smart Spaces announced the launch of Space Agent, its new agentic AI-driven workplace concierge designed to transform how people manage and engage with buildings and their workplaces.  Space Agent – introduced through its friendly persona, Max – is fully interactive via text and audio and integrates seamlessly with the Smart Spaces’ smart building operating system (OS) and employee engagement app. “Space Agent extends and elevates our platform by adding an intellig...

Integrated Control Technology (ICT), a major provider of intelligent access control, intrusion detection, building automation and security solutions, and KONE, a pioneer in innovative people flow solutions, are proud to announce the integration of ICT’s Protege GX system with KONE Office Flow.  This powerful partnership delivers a unified elevator and access control platform that enhances operational efficiency, reduces administrative workload, and elevates security in commercial bui...

Pioneering cybersecurity firm, Trustonic, has announced the strategic appointment of international business development consultancy, Intralink, to increase its market share in Japan. Established in 2012, Trustonic delivers advanced technology systems to drive innovation, protect revenue, and enhance security for device manufacturers worldwide. Secure OS Platform Intralink is a true business growth consultancy specialising in driving growth in global markets Committed to helping companies sec...

Precisely, the pioneer in data integrity, announced its strategy to expand the Precisely Data Integrity Suite with a new generation of AI Agents and a context-aware Copilot — designed to bring autonomous, yet fully governed, data integrity to enterprises worldwide. Built to operate across complex hybrid and multi-cloud environments, these innovations will empower organisations to keep data accurate, consistent, and contextual by automating and optimising data management processe...

G-Mana (IBC booth 5.B19), a pioneer in ad-tech innovation for OTT and CTV, announced a joint solution with VisualOn (IBC booth 5.A55), a pioneering provider of premium video playback technologies, that brings interactive, server-side ad insertion (SSAI) to market across devices and platforms. The collaboration couples VisualOn's player-side Adflow integration with G-Mana's SSAI platform and G-Mana Ad Solutions, the company's monetisation business unit—enabling premium publi...

Narf Industries plc, a renowned U.S.-based cybersecurity group specialising in advanced threat intelligence and software system security, announced that its Ranger.ai Agentic AI threat and remediation platform has achieved “Awardable” status through the Platform One (P1) Solutions Marketplace. The P1 Solutions Marketplace is a digital repository of post-competition, 5-minute, readily-awardable pitch videos that address the U.S. Government’s most urgent requirements in hardware...

Allied Universal, the world’s major security and facility services company, has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers by State (2024), ranking in the top 100 for Arizona, Georgia, New Jersey and North Carolina. “Being named to Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Best Employers by State is an incredible honour,” said Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. “This recognition reflects our commitment to creating meaning...

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and the global pioneer in thermal imaging innovation, announced the launch of the Boson+ IQ Development Kit.  The comprehensive solution combines reference hardware with Prism software, empowering integrators to rapidly develop edge AI capabilities using advanced thermal sensing across defence, security, and industrial platforms.  At the heart of the kit is the Teledyne FLIR OEM AVP, powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS8...

The International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 opened at the Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, marking a major convergence of innovation, expertise, and sustainability in the built environment sector. Spearheaded by BCA International, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), and in partnership with RX Singapore, IBEW is the anchor platform for a week of diverse activities catering to the entire built environment ecosystem. With industry ex...

The countdown to Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) is on: from 22 to 25 September 2026, the new international trade fair for the defence industry will make its debut at Messe Essen. With one year still to go, more than 80 exhibitors from twelve countries have already registered, including Belgium, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine, and the USA. In addition, there will be several joint stands with regional and thematic focuses that promote exchange and networking within the industry. I...

At the Global Anti-Scam Summit Asia 2025, Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information and Ministry of Health, and Patron of the GASA Singapore Chapter announced a new partnership between the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) and the Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech Singapore) to exchange scam signals. GovTech Singapore is the first government agency globally to join the GSE, signalling its commitment to strengthen...

Sweden’s Bluewater, a world-pioneering innovator of advanced water purification and beverage solutions, will showcase its groundbreaking Emergency Water Station at DSEI UK 2025, the flagship defence and security event being held at ExCeL London, 9–12 September.  Visitors can find Bluewater in the Medical Hub with Promoteq, booth N2-165 (West Entrance). With over 1,600 exhibitors and 45,000 visitors, DSEI UK is the defence industry’s premier forum for global cooperation,...

Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company, launched the C8 thermal imaging camera, a new device set to enhance compact thermal diagnostics with high-clarity, rapid results. Improvements to the new-generation C8 include enhanced image quality, higher accuracy, improved sensitivity, and the addition of advanced reporting templates within Flir Ignite Pro. Traditional thermal inspections can be slow, unclear, and hard to document, relying on manual processes that risk overlooking critical issues. The...

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in security and surveillance solutions, introduces the Audio Beacon, SPS-A100M, an advanced AI-powered audio surveillance solution that ensures users can be alerted and respond rapidly to critical situations.  Equipped with a powerful 90dB speaker, five integrated microphones, and intelligent sound classification, the Audio Beacon is engineered to enhance situational awareness and real-time communication. Immediate awareness The LED ring provides a visible and r...

Robotican, a major Israeli pioneer in the development of autonomous robotic and drone technologies, has introduced a powerful new capability for its combat-proven ROOSTER hybrid drone system: a precision-guided warhead, turning the ROOSTER into a loitering munition designed specifically for indoor missions and urban operation.  The newly integrated configuration includes a total payload capacity of up to 300-gr enabling the installation of a precision warhead alongside additional mission-s...

Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company, launched the C8 thermal imaging camera, a new device set to enhance compact thermal diagnostics with high-clarity, rapid results. Improvements to the new-generation C8 include enhanced image quality, higher accuracy, improved sensitivity, and the addition of advanced reporting templates within Flir Ignite Pro. Integrate FLIR Ignite Pro cloud connectivity The result of these inefficiencies can lead to higher care costs, delayed repairs, and reduced produc...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the global body for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, has announced a new partnership with Stamp Out Spiking, the UK’s major charity dedicated to ending drink spiking. Recent figures from Anglia Ruskin University (2024) highlight the scale of the problem, with: 90% of people don’t contact the police after being spiked and around half of those said it’s because they ‘don’t see th...

Sophos, a global pioneer of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced that Sophos Endpoint is now natively integrated and automatically included in all Taegis Extended Detection and Response (XDR) and Taegis Managed Detection and Response (MDR) subscriptions. This milestone gives customers immediate access to combined prevention, detection, and response capabilities in a single platform – while lowering costs and simplifying operations. The integration follows...