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On 10 December, the Security Industry Authority demonstrated its commitment to tackling labour exploitation by inviting senior pioneers from the twenty largest private security businesses to a special summit.  The event forms part of Operation EMPOWER, which is the SIA’s response to labour exploitation. EMPOWER involves a dedicated multi-disciplinary team that includes intelligence specialists and criminal investigators. Unfairness and distortion  Paul Fullwood&...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced its collaboration with RheinEnergie, a pioneering German energy service provider, to help enterprises drive their energy transition and sustainability agenda forward. The collaboration will leverage the Infosys Energy Cloud, which is part of Infosys Cobalt, a set of services, solutions and platforms for enterprises to accelerate their cloud journey, and Infosys Topaz, an AI-first offering using generati...

As organisations around the world struggle with extended downtime and revenue loss due to widespread cyberattacks, cybersecurity company Rubrik, Inc. announces Rubrik Turbo Threat Hunting. This unprecedented new feature is designed to dramatically accelerate cyber recovery and enables organisations to locate clean recovery points across their entire data estate in seconds.  Turbo Threat Hunting aims to allow customers to immediately identify clean recovery points and swiftly recover from c...

Optalysys, a company enabling the future of secure AI, backed by the Lingotto Investment Management LLP, imec.xpand, & Northern Gritstone, has appointed Dipesh Patel as Chair of its Board. Dipesh will guide the Optalysys Management Team in their mission to drive the adoption of its silicon photonics technology to enable Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). Prior roles of Dipesh With 25 years in the drive, Dipesh brings vast experience in scaling transformative technologies With over 25 ye...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance, launched the latest in a suite of cabinet systems that empower businesses to put high-performance AI-powered security cameras wherever they’re needed outdoors, including remote locations without power or internet. Cabinet systems can be standalone or an extension of an existing video surveillance system. They come equipped with Eagle Eye’s signature cybersecurity protections and AI-capabilities—such as AI...

Arctic Wolf, a pioneering provider of security operations, and Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, announced that Arctic Wolf has joined the Immersive Labs Cyber Million program, which aims to solve the cybersecurity talent deficit by increasing access to one million entry-level cybersecurity operations jobs over the next decade. As a new partner, Arctic Wolf has made entry-level cyber jobs available on the platform.  Cyber Million program Launched by Imme...

AV-Comparatives, the globally recognised authority in independent cybersecurity testing, has released its 2024 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Comparative Report, showcasing the exceptional performance of pioneering cybersecurity solutions. The report evaluates the ability of these products to detect, prevent, and respond to advanced threats in real-world scenarios. MITRE ATT&CK® framework AV-Comparatives' rigorous assessment covered products from Bitdefender, Check P...

HackerOne, the cybersecurity company dedicated to eliminating vulnerabilities through continuous testing, announced updates to its intelligent copilot Hai. Hai’s new program insights synthesise data across a customer’s programs, giving them instant understanding and actionable summaries of performance, results, and trends. Now more seamlessly integrated into workflows, Hai continues to help customers save time by making it easy to understand comprehensive program data, imp...

North Yorkshire and Devon & Cornwall are the latest police forces to become ECHO-connected, having joined in August and November 2024, respectively. Their addition brings the total number of ECHO-connected police forces in the UK to 13, with ECHO enabling the efficient handling of over 70,000 Intruder and Hold-up Alarms incidents annually, improving police response times and outcomes for victims. Pioneering Echo-connected alarm receiving centres (ARCs) including ADT, Secom, Cougar/K-SOC and...

Awards continue to roll in for a Midlands company that has disrupted the access management industry with its innovative and highly secure key safes. The Key Safe Company, based in Worcester, won Business Innovation of the Year at the North Worcestershire Business Awards for its ark Tamo Pro–a robust key safe able to store keys at the point of need and, with its unique QR code technology, allow vital property information right there on site for authorised visitors. This type of cutting-edg...

As online shopping has increased, they’ve seen significant growth in parcel volumes in recent years. In places like residential buildings, office complexes, or large businesses where parcel delivery volumes are high, there is a growing demand for solutions that ensure parcels are kept safe and accessible. It’s essential to provide a way for residents or employees to retrieve their parcels at any time, even outside of regular business hours. Packages and deliveries A package room i...

Allegion US, a pioneer in security products and solutions, is the first to support mobile credentials in Google Wallet™ on Wear OS smartwatches. Available starting December 9, 2024, for all Schlage® mobile credentials currently offered in Google Wallet on Android™, such as student IDs and employee badges, the solution equips Wear OS smartwatch users with convenience, enhanced security, and seamless access. Secure access "We are privileged to be the first security sol...

DNAKE, a global pioneer in IP video intercom and smart home solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation: H616 8” Indoor Monitor. This cutting-edge smart intercom is designed to enhance communication and home security while offering a premium user experience. H616 combines a sleek design with advanced technology, making it ideal for both residential and commercial applications. Key features of the H616 Vertical Installation: The H616 can be easily rotated 90°...

DNAKE, a global pioneer in  IP video intercom and smart home solutions, is excited to introduce its latest innovation: the DK360 Wireless Doorbell Kit. This all-in-one security solution, featuring the stylish DC300 wireless doorbell and the upgraded DM60 indoor monitor, is designed to offer effortless installation, enhanced connectivity, and user-friendly features for modern homes.  Smart, durable, stylish  1. Innovative Design Meets Functionality  The DC300 combines cutt...

Kong Inc., a pioneering developer of cloud API technologies, recently released findings from their API Security Perspectives 2025: AI-Enhanced Threats and API Security Report, which highlights the API security landscape and how new developments in AI will impact it. Most notably, 25% of respondents have encountered AI-enhanced security threats related to APIs or LLMs, with 75% of respondents expressing serious concern about AI-enhanced attacks in the future. And while 85% say they’re conf...

artius.iD, the global pioneer in secure, self-managed identity and decentralised ID management, has appointed pioneering AI expert Ed Watal to its Board of Strategic Advisors. The appointment comes as artius.iD continues to successfully tap into demand from companies for sophisticated ID solutions to protect against complex AI-enabled threats. Prior roles of Ed Watal Ed Watal is the founder and principal of Intellibus, an IT and AI strategy consultancy based in Reston, Virginia. Ranked among...

VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the global pioneering security solution provider, has once again demonstrated its outstanding commitment to sustainability. Participating for the first time in the 17th Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA), VIVOTEK emerged victorious, earning the Sustainability Report Award for the Information, Communication, and Broadcasting Industry and the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Excellence Award. These recognitions showcase VIVOTEK's remarkable success in corporate gover...

The Integration Association of Florida (IAF) is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Bedrock Learning, a pioneer in training and education for the integration industry. This exclusive licence agreement marks a significant milestone in IAF's mission to elevate industry standards and enhance professional development opportunities for its members and the industry at large through Alarm Academy, IAF’s premier training school. IAF's educational portfolio IAF's educational po...

Gunnebo Safe Storage AB, a global provider of certified physical security solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of WITTKOPP, a renowned German manufacturer with a 167-year legacy in high-security lock systems. The strategic acquisition strengthens Gunnebo Safe Storage’s high-security lock portfolio, supporting continued innovation and product development as well as expanding the customer network globally. Portfolio of high-security locks WITTKOPP, headquartered in Velbert,...

Pioneering global cyber security and investigations consultancy S-RM has identified five critical steps for financial institutions and their ICT providers to achieve compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which will enter force from 17 January 2025. DORA establishes an EU-wide oversight framework designed to ensure the financial sector can withstand severe operational disruptions. Covering over 20,000 entities, including financial institutions, crypto-asset service...

Global cybersecurity pioneer, Hornetsecurity, has unveiled an upgraded version of its 365 Total Backup solution, introducing self-service recovery for end users while also offering full backup and recovery support for Microsoft OneNote. This new functionality is also available with 365 Total Protection Plans 3 and 4. Enabling end users to recover data Hornetsecurity has added a new self-service functionality to its backup solution. This allows end users to independently recover their mailbox,...

Kingdom Security, a proud part of The Kingdom Group, has celebrated an extraordinary evening at the prestigious Security and Fire Excellence Awards 2024, taking home two of the industry’s top awards. The Kingdom team took centre stage at the glittering awards ceremony held at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London on Monday, 2nd December. Team’s dedication Kingdom Security received a bronze award for ‘Security or Fire Best Company to Work For,’ truly celeb...

Matrix successfully participated in the prestigious Infinity 3.0 Expo 2024, held from December 6th to 8th at the SIECC, Sarsana, Surat. This premier event brought together architects, interior designers, and construction professionals, offering Matrix an ideal platform to demonstrate its next-generation solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of the construction and real estate sector.  Comprehensive portfolio Throughout the event, Matrix showcased its comprehensive portfolio of IP V...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced Gremsy, a pioneering provider of advanced gimbals and payloads, as the latest collaborator in the Thermal by FLIR® program. Gremsy integrates the Boson® radiometric thermal camera module as part of its gimbaled National Defense Authorisation Act (NDAA) compliant Vio F1 drone payload. Assembled in the USA, the Vio F1 is an advanced, lightweight electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payload for asset and infrastructure inspec...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces the company has produced a new series of educational videos. Consisting of five segments ranging from just over four minutes to a little more than seven, the series is designed to provide a synopsis of remote guarding along with more detail on some of the key aspects in a straightforward and easily digestible way. Panel of subject matter exp...

Footprints Conductive Education Centre, based in Nottingham, transforms the lives of children living with mobility and communication difficulties across the East Midlands. The charity provides babies and children and their families with the tools and support they need to thrive and reach their potential. Through this partnership, Skills for Security aims to support Footprints' mission by engaging its employees in fundraising and awareness activities throughout the year. Support of Skills for S...

Arctic Wolf® Labs, a global pioneer in security operations, has published the findings of its 2025 predictions report revealing the cybersecurity trends set to dominate the threat landscape over the next year. The report predicts social engineering and ransomware attacks to be some of the most common attack types in 2025, allowing threat actors to effectively bypass defences and gain entry to victim organisations. Weaknesses in identity and access management (IAM) systems, alongside a conti...

Dotlines UK has announced the upcoming launch of 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.  Audra is designed to make internet security more accessible to a wider audience, by making it simpler, more affordable and user-friendly, while also championing planet-friendly initiatives. Key features of Audra Security  The announcement...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces it will be joining forces with fellow Vitaprotech Group companies - Harper Chalice, PRYSM, and Hirsch for its forthcoming appearance at Intersec 2025, which takes place from 14th – 16th January in Dubai, UAE. The combined stand, S3 B32, will offer visitors a comprehensive insight into the best access control, perimeter intrusion detection, and intelligent monitoring solutions. Secure access control Thibaut Galland, Vit...

Matrix Comsec, an OEM in Security and Telecom solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the 7th edition of MEP Conclave 2024. Scheduled for 12th and 13th December 2024, this prestigious event will be held at Hyatt Ahmedabad, Vastrapur, bringing together, MEP Consultants, MEP Contractors, and System Integrators from the commercial, residential, institutional, and hospitality MEP industry. With a focus on these industries, Matrix aims to showcase its innovative solutions tailored to...