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Keysight’s Riscure Security Solutions has been accredited by the European Payments Initiative (EPI) to conduct security evaluations for Payment Service Providers (PSPs), including both acceptor and consumer evaluations. The device security research lab’s accreditation marks an expansion of Keysight’s EPI certification services, which enable a review of the full range of EPI certification and approval objects, including: EPI Standalone Wallet EPI Digital Wallet Ap...

Sielox, the established industry leader in layered access control solutions, is reminding access control administrators to conduct a spring cleaning of their access control system using the System Clean Up Utility feature exclusively available in the Sielox Pinnacle™ Access Control Platform. The System Clean Up Utility performs a fast and thorough cleanup of invalid or outdated access control data, resulting in better system management and security. Words from Sielox President Pinnacle'...

Secure communications company Zivver has been named in the 2025 DataTech50 list by FinTech Global, recognising the company as one of the most innovative technology providers driving transformation in data management for financial services.   The DataTech50 list celebrates 50 pioneering firms that are redefining how the financial sector captures, secure and leverages data. Selected by a panel of industry experts and analysts, these companies stand out for solving ma...

Carlisle Support Services announces the appointment of David Brook as Head of Operational Training, which represents another strategic step in its commitment to raising industry standards, having now completely removed the use of subcontracted labour across security and events operations for over a year to improve consistency in quality and service delivery. Joining Carlisle with a wealth of experience within the education field, David’s role will be to develop accredited courses that div...

Colt Technology Services, the digital infrastructure company, published insights from its latest IT Priorities Research questioning 1236 IT pioneers in 13 countries across the US, Europe and Asia. The research found that among businesses currently investing in AI, one in five is spending US$750,000 or more annually on AI, while almost half of the survey respondents are currently investing US$250,000 every year. Markets in the AI survey UK (68%) is the most likely of all markets in the su...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, today announced it obtained ISO/IEC 42001 certification for its Artificial Intelligence (AI) management systems from the British Standards Institution (BSI) on May 10, 2025. ISO/IEC 42001 is the first international standard for management systems for the design, development, and operation of ethical, transparent, secure, and accountable AI systems by organisations u...

BlueVoyant, the pioneer in integrated cyber security, has been recognised among notable providers of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services in Forrester's latest report, The Managed Detection And Response Services In Europe Landscape, Q2 2025. The report is designed to help security and risk professionals understand the value they can expect from MDR providers in Europe, learn how providers differ, and investigate options based on organisational size and market focus. BlueVoyant grew EM...

Calero, the provider of Technology Business Management solutions, announces the appointment of Eric Martorano as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and President. In this role, Martorano will lead the company’s global go-to-market strategy and revenue growth operations, supporting Calero’s continued expansion to meet rising demand for its solutions. Eric's leadership qualities  "Eric‘s leadership and proven ability to execute have guided multiple companies to and through perio...

To protect the important openings in their buildings, organisations need locks they can trust. This means more than just strength and attack resistance – although these are of course critical. They also need connectivity: efficient integration with existing systems to help facilities managers face challenges in the evolving physical and cyber-security landscape. Modern digital access system An electric lock is a core component of a modern digital access system. It provides seamless secu...

Logistics companies face immense pressure to optimise their operations, enhance security, reduce losses, and become more cost-efficient. Advanced AI-powered video surveillance solutions provide essential support, including robust stock monitoring, access and perimeter control and proactive security - all while improving operational insights and automating tasks such as barcode scanning.  Investing in tailored and innovative surveillance solutions has a tangible and lasting impact across th...

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, has appointed Mike Lavway as its new Principal Consultant. With more than 15 years of expertise in enterprise security risk management, physical security technologies, and emerging solutions, Lavway will be key in advancing ZBeta’s client strategies and innovation efforts. ZBeta’s industry knowledge base Lavway will drive the strategy and execution of consulting services and guide the development...

Smiths Detection, a pioneer in threat detection and screening technologies, has been awarded a contract by Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) to deliver state-of-the-art checkpoint screening solutions across all terminals at Dubai International Airport (DXB). This initiative marks a significant step in advancing security operations and enhancing the passenger experience at one of the world’s busiest airports. HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model-S “As part of this contract, Smiths Dete...

Databuoy Corporation, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designated provider of acoustic gunshot detection and localisation technologies, announced the commercial launch of integrated Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) capabilities within its Shotpoint® platform. The LPR enhancement enables customers to automatically capture, buffer, and analyse vehicle activity surrounding deployments, delivering critical plate data and video evidence to public‑safety teams. LPR to the suite...

Gate Logic Security, a pioneering provider of advanced automated gates and perimeter security solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of Aurora Services Inc., a respected name in customised security gate design and automation. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Gate Logic Security’s capabilities and extends its reach to a broader range of residential, commercial, and estate clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Secure physical perimeters Combined company wil...

If checking into a hotel or dining out, people might assume their personal data is safe. But a new study by NordPass, in collaboration with NordStellar, reveals that many hospitality businesses are guarding their digital systems with shockingly weak passwords. From hotel reservation platforms to restaurant point-of-sale systems, the research exposes an industry-wide habit of reusing predictable, outdated, or brand-specific passwords. Entries like “Reservations2022,” “Comf...

Cento Group, a long-established market pioneer in staffing and recruitment solutions, is thrilled to announce its launch in the United States. With a strong reputation for success in Europe, Cento Group is now focused on transforming the recruitment landscape in the U.S. security industry, delivering exceptional talent that drives business results and empowers organisations to thrive. Building partnerships with clients Cento addresses the pressing recruitment challenges faced by businesses...

Assist Security Group (ASG) has announced an expansion of its NHS training services after Senior NHS Account Manager Paul Grzegorzek secured the advanced NFPS Level 3 PMVA/Physical Restraint Instructor Accreditation. The certification, issued by the National Federation for Personal Safety (NFPS) and backed by Pearson, enables ASG to offer enhanced violence prevention and management training across NHS trusts, where staff face increasing risks of assault. NHS Staff Survey Recent NHS Staff Surv...

A good way to comprehend FLIR Nexus is to first grasp the central challenges facing security managers today. According to Ignacio, the primary one here is the need for greater situational awareness. “This includes understanding a given circumstance, collecting and analysing relevant information, and making informed decisions to address any potential risks,” he explains. In thinking about a conventional design for perimeter security, many would expect the system to include a variety...

Dell Technologies helps customers design modern disaggregated data centres with storage, cyber resilience, software and integrated solution innovations. Why it matters Organisations face increasing demands to efficiently manage and secure both modern and traditional workloads across on-premises data centres, cloud and edge environments. IT and business needs keep changing, so the modern data centre must be ready for anything. Dell’s approach to disaggregated infrastructure combines mana...

Global cybersecurity pioneer AlgoSec has launched its new Security Management solution version A33.10, as a part of its AlgoSec Horizon platform. The new release provides better visibility across multi-cloud hybrid network environments, prioritises risks more easily, reduces compliance effort and cuts down on manual processes by automating policy changes. Comprehensive network visibility As network environments grow more distributed, visibility becomes harder to maintain As ne...

Pioneering cybersecurity business, Trustonic, and Pioneering Swedish database company, Mimer, have announced the commercial release of ‘Mimer Trust’. Based on the collaboration initially established in 2022, the Mimer Trust product successfully combines the strengths of Mimer’s Mimer SQL database with Trustonic’s secure platform, Kinibi, to deliver trusted data management for OEMs. Development of Mimer Trust 2.0 Trustonic and Mimer have now officially released Mimer Tr...

Yubico, the pioneering provider of hardware authentication security keys, announced the expanded availability of YubiKey as a Service to all countries in the European Union (EU). This allows organisations to be more agile and flexible in their adoption of phishing-resistant YubiKeys, and builds upon the company's existing reach in markets such as the United States, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Australia, India and the UK. Availability of YubiEnterprise Delivery Additionally, the company announce...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services provider, announced details of recent merger and acquisition (M&A) activities completed so far in 2025. To date, the company has completed five transactions with aggregate annual revenues totalling approximately $490 million. The acquired companies represent various security service offerings in both international and domestic markets and include the following: Pinnacle Security, Inc., Guarding, United States, January 202...

Organised in partnership with the New Zealand Embassy, Gallagher Security hosted an event in Riyadh to explore business relationships and strategic collaboration between New Zealand and the Saudi Arabian market.  Alongside the New Zealand Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Charles Kingston, and Trade Commissioner, Joel Sims, guests present included strategic partners from across the region, senior pioneers, critical infrastructure organisations, and key channel partners. Advancements within the...

Commvault, a leading provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, today announced it is extending its Kubernetes protection to support virtual machines (VMs) running on Red Hat OpenShift Virtualisation. This new capability enhances cyber resilience for organisations moving to modern application environments. Containerised workload adoption Containerised workload adoption is rapidly growing: Gartner predicts 90% of G2000 companies will use container manageme...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced new Extreme Resilience capabilities available in Rehydrate, an Absolute Resilience Platform module. Rehydrate enables remote restoration of Windows endpoints at enterprise scale with a single click. It delivers full recovery even when the device OS and other security or management tools have crashed, been compromised, or become corrupted. New Extreme Resilience capabilities With these new Extreme Resilience capabilities, Re...

As cyber threats evolve, securing network access points from attack has become an increasingly difficult task. CrowdStrike reported a boom in initial access attacks observed in 2024, accounting for 52% of observed vulnerabilities and highlighting their appeal as a top target for cyber actors. With breakout times also dropping, IT teams now have even less time to react before serious damage is done.  New standard for proactive protection Endpoints have expanded past purely traditiona...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneer global organisation for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, is pleased to announce the launch of a new suite of free online training courses exclusively for its members. This initiative is part of a newly signed three-year partnership with Ciphr eLearning, a cloud based HR software company that integrates HR, payroll, learning and recruitment, that is transforming how organisations deliver training an...

SharpEagle Technology, a pioneering innovator in industrial safety and surveillance solutions, has been officially recognised as a key player in the global ATEX camera market by pioneering research firm Market Research Intellect. The report evaluates market dynamics, key trends, and competitive landscapes, and identifies SharpEagle among the leading companies shaping the future of explosion-proof surveillance technology. This acknowledgment underscores SharpEagle’s growing influence and c...

MOBOTIX receives three new SySS certifications for the MOBOTIX ONE and MOBOTIX 7 platform, and MOBOTIX c71 NurseAssist – powered by Kepler Vision Technologies. This is the first SySS certification for the new MOBOTIX ONE platform and the MOBOTIX c71 NurseAssist, which specialises in the healthcare market. All tests were carried out by the renowned SySS GmbH, a pioneer provider of penetration tests in Germany. MOBOTIX cyber security “For MOBOTIX, cyber security is an integral...