Access control news

Codelocks NetCode: Future of access control solutions

2025 marks the half-way point of the decade and over ten years since they introduced the flagship Codelocks NetCode® Technology. The innovative, award-winning technology has driven a lot of the growth and change at Codelocks since its introduction. This got them to thinking; what will be the direction of travel for access control over the next 10 years? NetCode® didn’t emerge out of nowhere 10 years ago. It was intentionally developed to meet the demand for greater control and th...

Smart intercom systems guide for UK homes & businesses

A smart intercom system is not just a luxury but a practical addition to modern homes and buildings. It offers a seamless blend of security, convenience, and technology, transforming how they manage access control and communication. Choosing the right intercom door station, however, requires a careful evaluation of the property’s unique needs, the features available, and the compatibility with the lifestyle or project goals. In this article, they’ll guide them through the essen...

Nanodems' AI-powered PSIM shines at ISC East 2024

Nanodems, a global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) solutions, is pleased to share the success of its participation in ISC East 2024, held at the Javits Centre in New York City from November 19–21. As one of the Northeast’s pioneer security and public safety trade shows, ISC East provided an excellent platform for Nanodems to present its AI-powered PSIM software platform, NDIS.  Advanced PSIM software The event showcased the company’s innovati...

GCC leads in 5G penetration by 2030: Ericsson report

5G Standalone (5G SA) and 5G Advanced are expected to be a key focus for communications service providers (CSPs) for the remainder of the decade as they deploy new capabilities to create offerings centred on value delivery rather than data volume. The analysis is included among a wealth of statistical network insights in the November 2024 edition of the Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Mobility Report, which extends the forecast period until the end of 2030. Network traffic data growth 5G networks ar...

Cohesity boosts data security for Haute-Garonne Council

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, now supports the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council with Cohesity DataProtect. This allows the organisation to drastically reduce the time and resources needed to manage its backups, both on-premises and in the cloud and significantly accelerate the data recovery processes to enhance its cyber resilience. The Haute-Garonne Departmental Council manages a vast collection of data covering different functions, including building plans, architectural...

Matrix's innovations at Dahej Industrial Expo 2024

Matrix, a pioneering provider of advanced security and telecom solutions, successfully participated in the prestigious Dahej Industrial Expo 2024, held from November 20th to 22nd at GIDC Road, Dahej, Gujarat. The event proved to be an excellent platform for Matrix to highlight its latest advancements in IP video surveillance, access control, time attendance, and telecom solutions, drawing significant attention from industry stakeholders and visitors. Transforming security with innovations At...

Strategic leadership boosts artius.iD growth

artius.iD, the global pioneer in secure, self-managed identity and decentralised ID management, has appointed Burton M. Goldfield, former President and CEO of TriNet Group Inc. (NYSE: TNET), to its Board of Strategic Advisors. Bringing more than three decades of cutting-edge technology expertise to the business, Goldfield will provide high-level strategic advice to artius.iD as it continues to rapidly scale its cross-sector digital identity and cybersecurity offering to multinational corporatio...

iDenfy & Portugal Advisors enhance client security

iDenfy, a pioneer in identity verification and compliance solutions, has announced its new partnership with Portugal Residency Advisors, a consulting firm specialising in comprehensive relocation and investment services in Portugal. The partnership aims to automate the onboarding process and strengthen security measure regulations for the new clients. Identity verification solutions The challenges related to identity fraud and regulatory compliance have increased as well As digital and cross...

Siemens & Genea cloud security solution for enterprises

Siemens and Genea recently announced a second collaborative effort to provide security professionals and facility managers with improved security using the cloud. The security solution allows teams to leverage their existing technology, like security cameras, door readers, controllers and more, and manage it all from a modern dashboard, anytime, anywhere. Siemens’ security customers Through Genea’s customisable, cloud-based, open API platform, Siemens’ security customers ca...

Hikvision 6 MP Cameras: Clarity, range & affordability

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is pleased to introduce three 6 MP cameras in its Value Series, offering customers enhanced clarity, extended range, and affordability. Available at a special promotional discount through December 31, these models—part of Hikvision’s innovative 3-Series lineup—feature AcuSense technology, enabling efficient and pre...

Gunnebo EntraServe Connect: Maximise equipment uptime

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched an innovative enhancement to its preventative maintenance offering, as a connected service to maximise equipment uptime, extend asset value, and support more sustainable operations. EntraServe Connect from the global pioneer in entrance control security solutions, enables organisations across high-demand environments, such as offices, stadia, and critical infrastructure sites, to keep their systems performing smoothly with minimal interruption. Gunnebo&rsq...

Bosch digital security for Babor Beauty Group

High-quality skin care products, developed using the latest technologies and manufactured in a sustainable way: the international Babor Beauty Group is represented in more than 70 countries with its sought-after beauty brands. Research and development, as well as production, take place at the company's headquarters in Aachen, Germany, while filling and logistics are located just a few miles away in Eschweiler. In 2023, the family enterprise inaugurated a cutting-edge production facility here, k...

Post-quantum cryptography 2025: DigiCert predictions

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, released its annual forecast of cybersecurity predictions for identity, technology, and digital trust expected to shape the landscape in 2025 and beyond. These predictions provide a snapshot of the cybersecurity challenges and opportunities enterprises will encounter in the months ahead. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. Prediction 1: Post-Quantum Cryptography Takes Off...

Verkada named 2024 CDW partner of the year

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced that CDW named the company a 2024 CDW Partner of the Year. CDW recognised Verkada and its other Partner of the Year honourees for representing the power of modern, customer-first partnerships and providing exemplary products, programs, solutions, and services to support shared customers. Support and collaboration "Verkada is honoured to be recognised by CDW for the exemplary support and collaboration we provide to our sh...

Ajax Systems unveils innovative security devices 2024

On November 21, Ajax Systems hosted its sixth Ajax Special Event, an annual showcase of the company’s latest technologies and devices, which previously attracted over 2,000,000 online views. Moreover, 2024's offline events gather together professionals at 132 events in 43 countries. Product updates and releases The presentation focused on the product updates and releases across all Ajax portfolios:  IndoorCam DoorBell  MotionCam Outdoor HighMount (PhOD) Jeweller  Hub...

Colt On Demand upgraded with 130K fibre locations

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the digital infrastructure company, announced the latest in a series of enhancements to its award-winning Network as a Service (NaaS) platform, Colt On Demand, with an additional 130,000 locations served by dedicated fibre (FTTX) in the UK, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Poland, accessible through the platform. This bolsters the 32,000 Colt-connected buildings, 1,100 data centres and 275 Cloud points of presence already accessible to customers through C...

CIE Group: Exclusive UK distributor for VOLO access control

CIE Group, a pioneering provider of security and audiovisual solutions, has announced it is now the exclusive UK distributor for VOLO, a leading innovator in cloud-based access control systems. This agreement will see CIE Group supplying VOLO’s comprehensive solution to UK businesses and organisations aiming to enhance security, streamline access management, and gain valuable data-driven insights. VOLO's access control  "We are thrilled to be the exclusive distributor for VOLO's in...

Absolute Secure Endpoint in AWS Marketplace

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced that Absolute Secure Endpoint (SE) is now available in the AWS Marketplace, a digital catalogue with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS).  Absolute SE delivers resilient visibility, control, security, and fast recovery across globally distributed PC fleets. As part of the Absolute Resilience Platform,...

HiveWatch AI Operator revolutionises security operations

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced a breakthrough in enterprise security operations using Anthropic’s Claude AI technology to transform traditional security monitoring from reactive alert processing into strategic intelligence operations. The new HiveWatch® AI Operator uses Claude’s advanced language understanding and reasoning capabilities to intelligently filter and contextualise security a...

Modernise access control with Alcatraz AI's Rock solutions

Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in access control and AI-powered security solutions, announces the launch of its “Switch to Alcatraz AI” promotion. From November 18, 2024, through February 15, 2025, this initiative offers an exclusive discount for new customers seeking to replace outdated biometric readers with Alcatraz AI’s advanced Rock or Rock X solutions–modern, frictionless facial authentication systems that enhance security without compromising user privacy. Physical and c...

AI-powered IDScan.net pioneers in ID verification 2024

IDScan.net, the pioneer in AI-powered identity verification technology, proudly announces a year of significant growth in 2024.  This success has been driven by product innovation, increased efficacy in the detection of fake IDs, strategic hires, and the establishment of new partnerships, further solidifying IDScan.net’s position as a pioneer in ID scanning and identity verification.  Flagging fake and synthetic IDs The organisation has capitalised on growing ID fraud across a...

Crowdsourced security for Web3 with Bugcrowd Alliance

Bugcrowd, the pioneer in crowdsourced security announced an alliance with Least Authority, a Berlin-based pioneer in secure use of advanced cryptographic techniques. Least Authority provides customised services to support FinTech and Web3 products through design and development, including code audits, specification reviews, and system architecture assessments. Research and development The company specialises in the research and development of distributed systems, blockchain protocols, AI/ML a...

Hopae announces $6.5 million funding for digital ID expansion

Hopae, makers of the world’s most advanced digital identity solution, announced $6.5 million in funding as the company introduces its proprietary, patented Digital Credential eXpress (DCX) architecture to the U.S., simplifying the complex world of decentralised ID (DID) implementation. Hopae helps governments and institutions issue reusable, privacy-preserving, and unforgeable digital IDs and credentials. Its expansion and funding news comes as companies seek to comply with new inter...

Gcore & Ezditek's AI factory revolutionises KSA

Gcore, the global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider, and Ezditek, an innovator in data centre and digital infrastructure services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), have launched a joint venture focused on providing high-performance AI infrastructure in the KSA. The joint venture will develop an ‘AI factory’, which can be used for building, training, and deploying generative AI solutions locally and across the globe.    Ezditek’s...

AI-driven SARA cuts GSOC costs by over 90%

Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), proudly announces the launch of SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent). This innovative software solution is poised to redefine security monitoring, offering unparalleled efficiency and cost-effectiveness, while reshaping how Global Security Operations Centres (GSOCs) operate. Security operations Centre A typical security operations centre relies on human workers to review video footage escalated by analytics, assess the situation, and decide...

Sustainable solutions at Inter Airport SEA 2025

inter airport Southeast Asia, the premier trade exhibition and conference for airport innovation and technology in Asia will return to Singapore from 25 to 27 March 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands. The 8th edition is expected to bring together over 3,500 representatives of the aviation industry in Asia, influencers in the airports and airlines community, and 150+ exhibitors, including world-class solution providers and airport equipment suppliers, to connect, find synergies, build partnerships, an...

Altronix: Power & data innovations at ISC East 2024

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission for the professional security industry, is showcasing its expanded lineup of industry-proven technologies at ISC East 2024 in booth 713. The expanded product portfolio further addresses the evolving needs of security professionals, offering robust solutions for access control, video surveillance, fire, and network management, designed to streamline deployment and better protect critical infrastructure. Data transmission solutions...

Cyware names Jawahar Sivasankaran as president

Cyware, the pioneering provider of threat intelligence management, low-code/no-code automation, and cyber fusion solutions, announced the appointment of Jawahar Sivasankaran as President, marking a pivotal step in Cyware’s mission to empower organisations with advanced threat intelligence and security solutions.  Jawahar brings 25+ years of experience fostering security product innovation, growth leadership, and customer success at Cisco, Splunk, and Appgate. Prior roles of Jawahar...

adesso joins CCS Cloud-14 framework for secure IT solutions

IT services provider - adesso has been admitted into the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Cloud-14 framework, supporting the UK’s public sector in its journey toward secure, streamlined, and efficient digital transformation. The Cloud-14 framework facilitates access to IT services for government organisations, empowering them to innovate, strengthen data security, and scale services to meet public needs more effectively. Innovative solutions adesso delivers innovative solutions that enhan...

Rubrik offers cyber resilience for Azure Blob Storage

Rubrik, Inc., the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company, announces a new cyber resilience solution for Microsoft Azure Blob Storage. As organisations become increasingly dependent on the cloud, there is an inherent risk for security blind spots and vulnerable sensitive data. Rubrik brings cyber posture and cyber recovery to provide Microsoft Azure Blob Storage customers further visibility into their cloud data, enabling them business agility and resilience. AI training models Microsoft Azur...