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The mobile network standardisation body 3GPP introduced two new features – PSM (Power Saving Mode) and eDRX (extended Discontinuous Reception) – minimising power consumption of IoT devices and extending their battery power up to ten years. In IoT applications such as container tracking, intelligent meters, or agriculture sensors, the devices do not need to send or receive data continuously. Oliver Wruck, Director MNTS at Comprion, explains: “Being an important member of the mo...

Seagate Technology plc, a provider of data storage solutions, and IBM announces they are working together to reduce product counterfeiting using blockchain and security technologies. The project, which is designed to help manufacturers, integrators, and business partners fight counterfeit hard drives, uses the IBM Blockchain Platform to authenticate the provenance of disk drive products, bringing a new level of multi-layered security protection to the data management industry. According to the...

As part of plans to simplify its branding structure in the UK, ASSA is now being marketed as a product range from ASSA ABLOY. The move by the global supplier of door opening solutions will provide customers with a market-leading specification and architectural hardware range under a single brand. ASSA rebranded as product range Following the merger of ASSA and ABLOY back in 1994, ASSA Scandinavia has played an important part in the development of ASSA ABLOY as an important and renowned brand,...

GlobalPlatform, the standard for secure digital services and devices, has released version 2.3.1 of its Card/Secure Element (SE) Specification. The release supports the latest extensions of GlobalPlatform technology following widespread deployments in consumer and machine-to-machine (M2M) devices. 100% of the 1 billion SEs embedded in smartphones in the last three years are GlobalPlatform-certified and more than 5.5 billion GlobalPlatform-certified SEs were produced in 2017. Amendment I –...

Provider of secure payments BITEL has recently launched a new point of sale (POS) terminal that features a fingerprint sensor manufactured by ARATEK, the pioneer in biometric authentication. Easy Integration ‍“We are pleased to introduce the IC7200 featuring ARATEK capacitive A400-M fingerprint sensor,” said Mark Chun, senior sales manager for BITEL. The new model IC7200 is designed to be implemented for mobile payment, retail and social welfare distribution in various countri...

The International Security Expo (ISE) 2018 will be taking place at Olympia London on 28th and 29th November. Steelway will be exhibiting its Protect range of fabricated steel high-security products. Protection against intrusion attack Steelway recognises the need for high-security products, which provide maximum protection against minor vandalism and aggressive intrusion or terrorist attacks. Their Protect range consists of mild steel physical security products with varying levels of protectio...

WeSuite, a software manufacturer of industry-leading sales management tools for technology sales and service providers, announced the release of WeSuite Version 5.0, which includes enhancements to its flagship products, WeOpportunity and WeEstimate. The WeSuite sales management platform encompasses a suite of software solutions along with a wide range of tightly integrated add-on modules capable of automating all sales functions from ‘contact to contract’. In addition, it offers thi...

OPTEX, the provider of detection solutions, develops new versions of its product firmware and configuration software for its award-winning laser sensor, REDSCAN RLS-3060 series, that brings greater functionality to the existing models. Version 8.0 of the RLS-3060 series firmware and REDSCAN Manager feature a number of upgrades for the long-range, 190 degrees 2D LiDAR series. Both models, the RLS-3060L and RLS 3060SH will offer more flexibility in managing dry contacts with the option to switch...

UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, has been shortlisted as ‘Security Hardware Manufacturer of the Year’ in the prestigious Security and Fire Excellence Awards. Held in partnership with IFSEC and FIREX International, the Security and Fire Excellence awards honour the best products, manufacturers and projects in the fire and security sector. The Willenhall-based lock and security solutions provider received the nomination due to the strength and popularity of its extensive...

SALTO is introducing SVN-Flex, a new technology that enables SALTO standalone electronic locks and cylinders to update user credentials directly at the door. This SALTO access control technology makes keyless, wire-free smart buildings a reality. It provides access management with increased security, more convenience and at lower cost. It makes hard-wired update points obsolete. “SVN Flex is a game changer that creates a new standard in access control,” says Marc Handels, Chief Mark...

Dahua Technology, a solution provider in the global video surveillance industry, has launched three new AI XVR products—the DH-XVR8208A-4K-I, DH-XVR8216A-4KL-I, and XVR8816S-4KL-I. Offering incomparable perimeter protection, face recognition and metadata search technology, they are applicable to numerous industries ranging from retail to banking and real estate. Being cost-effective and user-friendly, Dahua AI XVRs aim to create more value to users. With 8/16ch perimeter protection, the X...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ winner, announced the availability of its portfolio of solutions including infinias access control, VIGIL video management system and TRENDS business intelligence platform into the European market through its sister company, PAC, located in Stockport in the UK. While 3xLOGIC’s solutions have been trusted for many years in North America and beyond, the launch of inf...

PerpetuityARC Training, part of Linx International Group, is proud to announce that its Advanced Investigation Techniques course has attained IQ Level 5 accreditation. The five-day classroom course provides security and HR professionals, general managers and people working in compliance and audit roles with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct effective, legally compliant investigations. Advanced Investigation Techniques is ideal for professionals working in the private sector who have...

Evolv Technology announced Evolv Edge, its people screening system that detects weapons and bombs, has achieved the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation. Following a rigorous application and due diligence process by DHS, the Evolv Edge is now a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT). As part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Congress enacted the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act (SAFETY Act) to provide incentives for the developm...

With smart city projects on the rise across Thailand, international security brands have converged at the 6th edition of Secutech Thailand in a bid to connect with regional buyers and project owners. Stricter fire and safety regulations enacted by the government have also led to heightened demands for fire and safety equipment, which will be a popular product category during the show. The high demand has translated into an expansion in show scale at Secutech Thailand, which continues its year o...

Smart Locks for Yachts will be demonstrating its innovative smart marine lock system on Trend Marine Products’ latest sliding doors on stand 12.321 during the Amsterdam-based show, one of the yachting world’s flagship industry events. The important partnership between Trend Marine Products, a pioneer in the design and manufacture of marine doors and glazing products, and Smart Locks for Yachts, the pioneers behind the yachting industry’s sought-after REMOTEKEY system, is a sig...

Reset, a competent checking and contractor management system in the UK releases its Reset Access Mobile solution. Revealed at the IHEEM (Healthcare Estates Annual Conference) in October, the Reset Access Mobile terminal is ideal for use in smaller buildings and dispersed estates which may be visited less frequently or lack mains electricity. Each Reset Access Mobile terminal is fully self-contained and, incorporating contactless technology requires no external data or power. Reduce costs for c...

Ivory Egg, specialists in KNX intelligent building technology and complementary solutions, congratulates one of its newly trained system integrators, Leo Walton, Owner, Electrobyte Ltd, as he secures huge recognition at this year’s Smart Solution Awards, part of UK Construction Week 2018. Electrobyte Ltd, specialists in the design, installation and commissioning of smart home systems, audio/visual systems and data networking, graced the winner podium at the Smart Solutions Awards 2018 to...

Sensory, a provider of speech and vision technologies that enhance the user experience and security of consumer electronics, announces the release of its fourth generation of TrulySecure FIDO Certified multimodal biometric authentication technology. Now smarter, faster and more secure than ever before, the TrulySecure 4.0 SDK boasts a variety of new AI features that cater to today’s smartphones, mobile apps, and IoT devices, including support for 3D cameras, GPU utilisation for authenticat...

Bates Security, LLC, a commercial and residential security company based in Kentucky with branches in Prestonsburg, Kentucky and Jacksonville, Florida, is happy to announce the recent acquisition of HITEC Security from Tommy Kidd of Pikeville, Kentucky. Bates Security and HITEC are a perfect match as both are family owned and operated businesses based in Kentucky. With the acquisition, Bates will be adding over 600 accounts to its customer base in Prestonsburg, where Bates does business under t...

Traka 21, the innovative plug-and-play key management solution for small and medium-sized businesses, is now offered by ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions. Traka 21 key management solution Designed to provide a simple, efficient and affordable system to help users manage their keys, Traka 21 ensures organisations can trace business assets at all times. The system individually locks every single key or keyset stored in the system...

Pulse Secure, the provider of Secure Access solutions to both enterprises and service providers, announces that the company has been recognised as one of the private technology startups in the elite 2018 Red Herring Top 100 Global ranking. “With the pervasiveness of mobile, IoT and cloud, assuring protected access to applications and sensitive information is a key challenge for IT organisations of all sizes. This is exactly the problem that Pulse Secure has addressed with its portfolio of...

WeSuite, a software manufacturer of sales management tools for technology sales and service providers, announces that its corporate-wide implementation of DevOps best practices has positioned the company at the forefront of software developers prepared to meet market demand for more agile and responsive solutions. The transformation of WeSuite’s entire business model to drive its organisational performance puts it at a distinct advantage in its ability to deliver a premium user experience...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Money as Distribution Channel Manager. In his new role, Richard will be a central point of contact for TDSi’s Distribution Partners including ADI, Norbain, EET Europarts, Advanced Access, Enterprise Security Distribution and Anixter. Reflecting upon his new role, Richard commented, “I am excited to be joining the TDSi team. The company has a fantastic range of products that will suit any environm...

STANLEY Security is delighted to announce that it is the first security company to achieve BIM Level 2 accreditation in the UK. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a shared knowledge resource, providing all the information about every component of a building, in one easy to access place. It enables construction professionals to digitally model a building and use the BIM data to reduce the risk of mistakes or discrepancies at an early stage, making for more cost-effective, safe construction,...

The new IndigoVision TDSi EXgarde Integration allows alarms from TDSi systems to be seamlessly combined with IndigoVision’s security management solution, control centre, giving complete video and alarm management in a single user interface. IndigoVision's safe integration All of IndigoVision’s integrations are designed with your safety in mind and the TDSi EXgarde Integration is no different. For over 30 years TDSi have successfully supplied systems to over 100,000 installations ac...

Aadhaar authentication, for attendance marking, has now been made mandatory for employees working in the government organisations. Matrix Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance Device – COSEC VEGA FAXQ – is the first of its kind. This device enables employees to directly mark their attendance, without having to manually entering their Aadhaar number. They can either use a smart card or the keypad on the device followed by their fingerprint authentication to mark their attendance. If u...

ReconaSense, the provider of intelligent Access Control, Unification Platform and pioneer in A.I. for physical security, is pleased to announce its expansion into New York City to better serve its expanding customer base in the Northeast region. Located on one of the world’s most prestigious avenues, the new site is located at 390 Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. ReconaSense has garnered extensive industry accolades and awards by applying the team’s NASA, aerospace and physical se...

ULIS, a designer and manufacturer of a wide range of innovative thermal image sensors, has announced the launch of ThermEye Building, a thermal sensor line for system integrators of detection and people counting equipment for connected buildings. ThermEye Building rangeThe new ThermEye Building range includes two new products: ThermEye-b90 and ThermEye-b120 The new ThermEye Building range includes two new products: ThermEye-b90 and ThermEye-b120. These 80x80 thermal sensors provide system inte...

Having returned from Security Essen, Traka’s International Sales Director, Martin Woodhouse, reflects on the show and why it was so important to attend for the industry leader in innovative key and equipment management systems. Q: How was the show? Martin Woodhouse: Security Essen was great in allowing us as a global brand, and part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, to demonstrate how we are listening to our customers (new and existing) and responding with latest advances in intelligent solutio...