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Cisco announced innovations to help enterprises reimagine security for the AI era. Security teams are racing to securely adopt AI throughout their enterprises, while threat actors are using AI to increase the frequency and reduce the cost of launching sophisticated cyber attacks. To overcome this unprecedented challenge, Cisco is fusing security capabilities deeper into its networking infrastructure, helping companies implement zero trust architectures, innovating on security for AI apps and mo...

Cisco unveiled groundbreaking innovations to simplify, secure, and future-proof data centres, empowering organisations to scale their AI ambitions with confidence. Cisco’s leadership in hyperscale and AI infrastructure-as-a-service markets demonstrates the foundational role that secure, resilient networking plays in the data centre architecture. In Q3 FY25, Cisco notably surpassed its annual target of $1 billion in AI infrastructure orders from hyperscalers a full quarter ahead of sc...

Cisco unveiled new innovations to help companies adapt and transform in the AI era. Enterprises are under pressure to accelerate secure AI adoption and drive value from AI investments. To help organisations meet these opportunities, Cisco continues to reimagine the datacentres and workplaces of the future. Infrastructure for the AI era “Cisco is delivering the critical infrastructure for the AI era—secure networks and experiences, optimised for AI that connect the world and power...

Thomas Pilsl will take over the role of Vice President of Public Safety from Robert Nitsch. He will be responsible for the worldwide Public Safety business of the Frequentis Group. Currently Vice President of New Market Solutions, Thomas Pilsl has been instrumental in driving Frequentis’ software-centric business model and has played a key role in the successful market introduction of LifeX for Public Safety. Pilsl leadership roles Pilsl took over the newly formed Business Unit New...

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in security and surveillance solutions, is excited to introduce the second-generation X series AI cameras, with six currently available models, powered by the new Wisenet 9 AI-native System on Chip (SoC).  Designed for diverse environments, this next generation of cameras ensures clearer images, smarter monitoring, and more efficient data handling for security operations-while delivering superior AI object detection and attribute extraction, as well as enabling gre...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security has announced the release of the latest addition to its award-winning controller product range, the High Security Controller 7000 (High Sec C7000) to the American market. US General Services Administration (GSA) compliant, the High Sec C7000 provides customers with the confidence that Gallagher will continue to meet the highest standards of countries in the Five Eyes Alliance and ensure they’re meeting their compliances with confidence and...

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand, pioneering in advanced computing, cybersecurity products, mission-critical systems, and vision AI, announces the availability of a cybersecure and sovereign Ethernet switching solution, the XMC Ethernet switch card, specifically designed for mission-critical environments. This innovative solution uses a protocol break of communications to achieve the security and independence of critical communication systems. Designed and manufactured in France, this XMC-...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced new updates to Security Centre SaaS, the company’s enterprise-grade Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. Since its launch, Genetec has delivered new features to the platform every 12 days. This ensures Genetec provides a flexible, open, SaaS solution that is continuously extended to meet the needs of any modern security operation. Third-party analytics integrations Latest updates expand support for direct-to...

Teleste has signed an agreement with digital signage provider ZetaDisplay for the delivery of Teleste’s state-of-the-art information displays to Ruter AS, the public transport authority serving the Oslo and Akershus region in Norway. Under this agreement, Teleste’s advanced displays will replace the existing passenger information displays across Ruter’s transport network. Product deliveries will commence in 2025. Range of transport environments “ZetaDisp...

After launching in the USA, Milestone’s Project Hafnia is now engaged in Europe with the city of Genoa, Italy. The aim is to develop AI-driven solutions to enhance traffic management systems and create smarter cities with high-quality, regulation compliant video data trained with NVIDIA NeMo Curator on NVIDIA DGX Cloud. Milestone is one of the early adopters of the newly announced NVIDIA Omniverse Blueprint for Smart City AI, a reference framework for optimising city operations with...

Ten years ago, a corporate social responsibility initiative by a Glasgow-based cybersecurity firm sparked what would become a movement for change. That initiative, led by Stuart Macdonald of SERIC, brought 500 young people to Glasgow Caledonian University for a single-day event to explore opportunities in STEM. On Friday 13 June 2025, SmartSTEMs returns to where it all began, Glasgow Caledonian University, once again welcoming 500 young people through the doors, not just to learn about science...

The Vigitron MaxiiNet™ Vi30105U is a high-performance 6-port PoE switch designed for fast and reliable Ethernet transmission. Furthermore, it supports both input PoE and local DC power, delivering up to 90W of PoE per port on four ports to power devices effectively. Additionally, this switch includes a flexible MSA SFP-compliant fibre uplink port for distances up to 80 km. It also features a 1G copper uplink port for versatile connectivity. Moreover, with an operating temperature range fr...

Audra Security, a new suite of hardware and software security products that promise to level up how homes and small businesses in the UK manage their security and internet usage, is now available in the UK. Developed by Dotlines UK, an international technology company with a presence in 17 countries, Audra aims to make internet security more accessible, affordable and user-friendly, while also championing sustainable initiatives. Audra’s plug-and-play functionality For home us...

Milestone Systems announces updates across its complete security technology portfolio with releases for XProtect video management software, BriefCam AI-powered analytics, and Arcules cloud video security. Each of these products give security professionals more powerful tools to protect people and assets while streamlining operations. Providing integrated security solutions Security teams can now benefit from improvements across all three platforms The releases demonstrate Milestone's commitm...

Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announces that it has begun taking orders for its newly released Garrett Guide™ detector, and that the product details and accessories are now live and available for purchase on garrett.com and Garrett Direct. Guide is the new flagship model for Garrett's line of hand-held security screening products, with a sleek new look to meet the aesthetic desires of the modern security customer. Key features of Guide Guide comes well-appointed with a high-capaci...

HackerOne, a pioneer in offensive security solutions, announced the appointment of Nidhi Aggarwal as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and member of the executive leadership team. Aggarwal will lead the execution of HackerOne's platform vision and product strategy, unifying the company’s product portfolio around a more integrated, AI-powered experience that seamlessly scales human security expertise through AI agents to not just find but remediate vulnerabilities. HackerOne’s product evo...

Dallmeier and Hexagon have agreed to form a technology partnership. Dallmeier electronic, a major manufacturer of video-based security solutions “Made in Germany”, and Hexagon, a global provider of digital reality solutions combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies, are joining their expertise to work together and develop integrated security solutions for various application areas, particularly critical infrastructures. Panomera® technology integrated into Hexagon...

As artificial intelligence reshapes classrooms across the world, the debate has shifted from whether to adopt the technology to how to deploy it responsibly, fairly, and with impact. With the AI-driven edtech market on track to hit $32.27 billion by 2030, the pressure to get the rollout right is strong. Experts caution that countries that delay introducing AI risk widening the digital skills gap. According to UNESCO, rapid progress in AI has made the digital gap even bigger, leading t...

New research suggests that the global security screening market is anticipated to grow from USD 9.92 billion in 2025 to USD 13.80 billion in 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. Report authors, Marketsandmarkets, say that the accelerated expansion in this sector is primarily fuelled by an increase in global security threats, a surge in terrorism-related risks, and a growing need for enhanced public safety measures at key infrastructure points such as transportation hubs, gover...

Telaeris, Inc., a global pioneer in handheld security and emergency mustering solutions, announced that its XPressEntry system is now certified and fully integrated with Synergis™ access control module in Genetec™ Security Center 5.13. This certification ensures seamless compatibility, providing safety and security teams with enhanced mobile access control, real-time badge verification, and emergency evacuation management through XPressEntry’s industry-leading handheld readers...

Atos, a global pioneer in digital transformation, announces that it has signed a four-year £58 million contract with the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) to provide technical support for Platform and Legacy Services, with the option to extend for a further year. The new contract reinforces Atos’ longstanding role as a trusted technology partner to the Ministry of Justice and ensures continued support for a digitally enabled Justice System, delivering benefits to citizens across England and...

Orange Business and Toshiba Europe have partnered to launch the first quantum-safe networking service in Paris, France. Orange Quantum Defender uses Toshiba’s Quantum Safe Networking technology, which combines Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) with Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) for defence in depth. The service is now commercially available in the greater Paris area.  The quantum-safe network The quantum-safe network offers the ultimate protection for sensitive data against future...

The Nemetschek Group, a pioneer in software for the AEC/O and media industries, has made a strategic investment in Handoff, a fast-growing U.S.-based platform using AI to automate operations for contractors. Founded in 2019, Handoff helps remodellers and small construction businesses streamline estimating, proposals, client management, and invoicing. Handoff's go-to solution With over 10,000 monthly active users and $6 billion in annualised project volume, Handoff has quickly become a go-to s...

DNAKE, an industry-renowned and trusted provider of IP video intercom and smart home solutions, and Nestor, a premier distributor specialising in access automation and security, have jointly announced a partnership for distribution in the Benelux market with exclusivity for Belgium and Luxembourg. This collaboration empowers Nestor to distribute DNAKE’s full suite of solutions - including IP video intercom, 2-wire IP intercom and access control systems - to its established network....

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, invites Apartmentalize 2025 attendees to visit booth #3000 June 11-13 to experience live demonstrations of the award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system and explore comprehensive key control solutions designed specifically for residential building management. "For residential property managers, effective key control is no longer just good practice, it's essential. We understand the critical demand...

As security challenges grow ever more complex, collaboration is key. On June 26th, Wavestore convenes Blind Spot 2025 at its headquarters in Ottawa – a summit where federal agencies, critical-infrastructure operators, pioneering integrators, and private-sector innovators from across North America will come together to share insights and learn about closing security and surveillance gaps. Registration closes June 13th. A North American-scale coalition Blind Spot 2025 brings together an un...

Semperis, a pioneer in AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience, announced new detection capabilities in its Directory Services Protector (DSP) platform to defend against “BadSuccessor,” a high-severity privilege escalation technique targeting a newly introduced feature in Windows Server 2025. The enhancements-developed in direct collaboration with the Akamai research team that discovered the vulnerability-enable organisations to detect and respond to exploitation attempts...

Milestone Systems announced updates across its complete security technology portfolio with releases for XProtect video management software, BriefCam AI-powered analytics, and Arcules cloud video security. Each of these products gives security professionals more powerful tools to protect people and assets while streamlining operations. The releases demonstrate Milestone's commitment to providing integrated security solutions that address the full spectrum of modern security challenges, from...

Regula, a developer of forensic devices and identity verification (IDV) solutions, has made its inaugural appearance in the KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Identity Verification 2025. Mentioned in the Innovation Leaders category, the company is recognised for its 100% in-house R&D, forensic-grade technology, global document coverage, and advanced liveness detection capabilities. Cybersecurity industry analysis Specialising in IDV and cybersecurity industry analysis, KuppingerCole for...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces it will showcase its latest advancements in cloud-managed physical security at NRF PROTECT 2025, including Security Center SaaS and Genetec Cloudlink™ 210, along with a range of solutions designed to help retailers modernise security operations, reduce complexity, and enhance protection against emerging threats. Advanced security capabilities At booth #722, Genetec will demonstrate how Security Center Sa...