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Invicti Security has named GuidePoint Security - the North America region Partner of the Year in its 2023 Channel Partner Awards. Award winners for the Channel Partner Awards recognise Invicti’s top-performing global partners and highlight the immense work done to cultivate a partner programme that delivers best-in-class service and provides exceptional value for customers. Accelerated growth  The prestigious award recognised GuidePoint Security’s impressive 151% year-over-ye...

With a three-decade history, Matrix has established itself as a globally acknowledged presence in the Security and Telecom Industry.  Catering to organisations of various sizes, Matrix is renowned for its commitment to excellence, delivering comprehensive solutions in Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom.  Enterprise solutions Customised to address a wide range of communication and security requirements, Matrix is a trusted provider of sophisticated and a...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announced it will be appearing at the Official UK Government Global Security Event, Security & Policing 2024, which takes place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre between 12th and 14th March 2024. Appearing on Stand P104, TDSi will be showcasing the TIL Technologies Tillys Cube Access Control Units and Microsesame Cube Software, which are ANSSI certified making them ideal for deployment across critical n...

Over recent months, global rivals have made rapid progress in the proliferation of VTOL & Fixed Wing platforms and breakthrough technologies being used and integrated into their military strategies and warfare activities. Such escalation in recognition, advancement, and use, has posed a significant threat to U.S. programmes and security, impacting civil and commercial targets alike. With these threats on the doorstep, it is essential to efficiently build out powerful countermeasures against...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has appointed Waldemar Gollan to lead the DACH region as its Country Manager, effective immediately. Waldemar has a wealth of knowledge and expertise across electronic security, information technology, such as cloud, and the DACH region, with more than three decades of experience in accelerating business growth for global and market-pioneering manufacturers. He has vast experience in the successful completion of complex projects, with strong...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneering organisation for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education around the world, has announced a compelling and exciting lineup of speakers for this year’s 40th Annual Conference, alongside the theme of ‘Unveiling the Added Value of Security Services’. The 40th AUCSO Annual Conference will be held at the University of Liverpool from Monday 8 April to Wednesday 10 April 2024. The conf...

Hikvision unveiled a captivating array of innovative display technologies and products at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), which takes place every February, is the largest audio-video systems integration show in the world. This year the four-day event hosted over 1,300 exhibitors and more than 116,000 visitors. Hikvision chose this venue to showcase its range of cutting-edge display technologies and products, which enhance the audience e...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched SpeedStile FP Glide as a stylish new form of entrance control, designed to meet the evolving security needs of modern offices, public spaces, and commercial buildings. The new SpeedStile FP Glide sets a new standard for entrance control systems with its fast-operating bi-directional passage and smooth sliding doors. Detection and alarm procedures Engineered to deter fraud and unauthorised access, the system presents real-time detection and alarm procedure...

Checkmarx, the pioneer in cloud-native application security, has released the annual Future of AppSec Report, which gives an in-depth look at the current state of application security, future investments, and organisations’ most critical security concerns. The study reveals that 92% of companies surveyed had experienced a breach in the prior year due to vulnerabilities of applications developed in-house. Application security In recent years the responsibility for application security ha...

Siemens and Enlighted, a pioneering property technology company owned by Siemens, announced a strategic partnership with Zumtobel Group, a global lighting solutions provider, to advance the adoption of smart building technologies including intelligent IoT lighting, setting new standards for efficiency and sustainability in building operations worldwide. At the core of the partnership lies the technical integration of Enlighted's industry-pioneering smart sensors into Zumtobel Group's lighting p...

DoorBird's 3D configurator allows user to design their very own customised DoorBird in just a few steps and to create specific dimensions, surfaces, and features according to their wishes. High-quality mailbox and doorbell systems are combined with IP video technology from DoorBird. Key features No matter if it’s a wall drop box, a fence-mounted mailbox, an intercom column, or a buzzer panel, every IP system is manufactured by user specifications. There are a variety of modules to selec...

HID, the worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions has announced a collaborative self-service patient engagement and facial recognition offering designed to enhance healthcare operations and administer an improved patient service at every touchpoint. The technology triad involves: HID: The major company in biometric technology across various use cases and vertical markets  CERTIFY Health: A provider of modernised solutions to optimise patient care and experiences CTS: A...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management, announces Cohesity Gaia, a first-to-market AI-powered enterprise search assistant that brings retrieval augmented generation (RAG) AI and large language models (LLMs) to high-quality backup data within Cohesity environments. Cohesity Gaia will be made generally available on March 15. The conversational AI assistant enables users to ask questions and receive answers by accessing and analysing their vast pools of enterprise data. Wh...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced it will debut HiveWatch® Command Center at ISC West 2024, April 10-12, in Las Vegas. The security operations management platform streamlines field resource-to-operator communications centralises the storage of critical security assets, optimises incident workflow, and aids in incident management and response. HiveWatch® Command Center HiveWatch® Command C...

Next DLP, a pioneer in insider risk and data protection, announced the launch of Reveal SaaS Access Security to its industry-pioneering Reveal Platform. This new functionality marks a significant advancement in addressing the pervasive challenges of shadow software-as-a-service (SaaS) usage and the associated risks of sensitive data exposure in digital-first business environments. Due to the lack of visibility and control, shadow SaaS heightens the chance of data leakage and compliance violatio...

Colt Technology Services, the digital infrastructure company marked a milestone with strategic partner - Versa Networks, the global pioneer in AI/ML-powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN), in its commitment to automating and simplifying digital services for global customers, with 1000 Versa SD-WAN services delivered across 55 countries via automation since its launch in April 2023. Versa SD-WAN platform Using Versa SD-WAN platform capabilities, Colt...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has signed award-winning security broker - Darwin Clayton as the new regional and national security personnel sponsor of its major awards scheme for 2024. Lead sponsor Darwin Clayton, BSIA Associate member since 2004 and provider of insurance brokerage for over 100 years, will be the lead sponsor of the Association’s five personnel-based categories.  Aimed at recognising and rewarding security officer services across the United Kingd...

The innovative connected tactical vest project uses artificial intelligence (AI) for its abnormal-situation detection system and can transmit this warning to a command centre via the Internet of Things (IoT). This innovation, applied to the operational needs of various law-enforcement professions, is the first result of a partnership between France's General Directorate of the National Gendarmerie (DGGN) and Wearin', the Swiss technology group Conextivity’s startup. The new tactical IoT s...

HackerOne, the pioneer in human-powered security, announced new AI augmentations that integrate the company’s human intelligence with the transformative power of artificial intelligence. HackerOne has launched the beta version of its GenAI co-pilot, Hai, that will help customers interpret their vulnerability reports and provide additional insights and advice on remediation. HackerOne has also accelerated its AI red teaming offering with customer and hacker growth in the AI space. HackerO...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions, is pleased to announce the relocation of its company headquarters to a new, modern facility located at 1951 Old Cuthbert Road, Suite 108, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08034. This move supports Sielox’s strategic plan for continued growth and expansion, enabling the company to leverage advanced technologies for enhanced operational efficiencies. “Our move to a new headquarters marks a significant milestone in Sielo...

Matrix Comsec, a reputable player in the Security and Telecom industries, is ready to present its outstanding solutions at the forthcoming Smart Lift and Mobility World 2024 event in Bengaluru, Karnataka, scheduled for March 1st to 3rd, 2024. With a robust track record exceeding three decades, Matrix has established itself as a pioneering provider of extensive security and communication solutions, catering to organisations of diverse sizes worldwide. This proactive involvement aims to highlight...

Virtual Security Showcase, the professional security industry’s first online multi-vendor educational tradeshow experience, has opened registration for its free ISC West Technology Preview. This comprehensive program consists of three separate 90-minute sessions over two days beginning on Tuesday, March 12, and concluding on Wednesday, March 13, and will cover a range of security technologies to be featured at the upcoming ISC West 2024 tradeshow in Las Vegas. Newest solutions for the ma...

TDSi is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Taylor as its Sales Specialist for TIL Technologies’ market-pioneering security systems in the UK. ANSSI cyber-certified, making it ideal for use with critical infrastructure, TDSi recently announced its sales and support of TIL Technologies’ range as a complementary technology to its own flagship GARDiS secure access control ecosystem of software and hardware products. TIL Technologies’ range John Davies, Managing Director...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the pioneering security associations for the security industry – have released Complexities in the Global Security Market: 2024 Through 2026, a new research report that provides insights into the equipment, technologies and employment of the global security industry, including regional market breakouts. SIA and ASIS partnered with global analytics and advisory firm Omdia to complete the research. New global m...

The inaugural Milipol Asia-Pacific & TechX Summit (MAP-TXS) will take place from 3 to 5 April 2024 at Sands Convention Centre, Singapore. Jointly organised by Singapore’s HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), GIE Milipol, and Comexposium Singapore, the biennial event comes under the auspices of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore, and the Ministry of the Interior of France. Singapore’s Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law, Mr. K Sh...

Matrix Comsec, a pioneering manufacturer of Telecom and Security solutions, successfully participated in PACC 2024, held at Grand ITC Royal Bengal from February 22nd to 25th, 2024. During the event, Matrix showcased its comprehensive range of solutions including Access Control, Time-Attendance, IP Video Surveillance, and Telecom at Booth No. 26. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of Matrix's All-Colour Camera, designed to capture coloured images even in low-light or no-light condition...

Sonatype, the software supply chain optimisation company, announced artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) component detection, a first-of-its-kind capability, available as part of Sonatype Lifecycle. This technology fundamentally changes the way organisations select and monitor AI/ML software components, enabling them to accelerate software development while effectively managing the risks associated with AI. Usage of AI/ML Components The adoption of AI, particularly genera...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, was recognised for a commitment to innovation by being named Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer at the 2024 Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs), hosted in London, UK, on February 22nd, 2024. Driven to revolutionise the way organisations around the world protect and manage their people and assets, Gallagher Security designs and manufactures industry-renowned access control, perimeter, and intruder alarm security solutions on-...

The prestigious 2024 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) took place on 22 February 2024 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, UK, gathering hundreds of representatives from the UK security industry.  The OSPAs, renowned for their recognition and reward of companies, people, and innovation across the security sector, showcased the industry’s remarkable achievements including those of NSI-approved companies, who were once again amongst the winners and finalists, claimi...

Now carrying the UL 294 Standard Listing, LifeSafety Power’s Helix™ ATS PDU is a combination Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and Power Distribution Unit (PDU) designed to facilitate maximum system uptime and redundancy in mission-critical applications. On display at Booth 9073 during ISC West 2024, April 9-12 in Las Vegas, Helix ATS PDU is the latest product in the Helix family. The PDU serves as a rack power distribution device with network management for monitoring and control of...