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Global technology pioneer, Gallagher Security, has unveiled its Security Industry Trends Report 2025, offering insights into the rapid evolution of security systems and the broader role they play in business operations worldwide. This year’s report shines a spotlight on an often overlooked, but critical factor in the security industry’s success, people. The 2025 report highlights an underrepresented sentiment: while advanced technologies continue to reshape the industry, understandi...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that it has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada for the second year in a row. Part of the Canada's Top 100 Employers project, the Top Employers for Young People designation recognises organisations offering exceptional workplace environments and programs that cater to young professionals. Next generation of talent experts  Companies are...

Sam Shalaby, CEO of Wavestore, has outlined the company’s ambitious roadmap for 2025, emphasising innovation, customer collaboration, and sustainable growth. Since acquiring Wavestore in July 2023, Sam’s leadership has driven the company’s expansion into new markets and accelerated the development of integrated security solutions that deliver unmatched value to customers worldwide. Redefining security solutions Under Sam’s guidance, Wavestore is focused on offerin...

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, announced the release of PQC for Dummies, DigiCert Special Edition, published by Wiley. This book serves as a primer on the imminent challenges posed by quantum computing and equips organisations with the knowledge and strategies needed to adopt post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to secure their digital infrastructure. The book dives into the critical need to prepare for a post-quantum world, where quantum computing could render current...

Vuwall, a global pioneer in video wall control and visualisation solutions, has been acquired by Naxicap, a prominent private equity firm driving innovation in mission-critical technology. Naxicap previously acquired Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) in 2020 and Tritec Electronic in 2022. Now, with Vuwall as part of its portfolio, the companies are aiming to transform the control room industry with complementary technologies that elevate command and control environments worldwide. Strategy and...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech company specialising in AI-powered ID verification and fraud prevention solutions, partnered with 7bet, a pioneering Lithuanian iGaming operator offering sports betting and iGaming services. iDenfy’s Know Your Customer (KYC) software will help 7bet’s gamers access the platform quicker while ensuring legal compliance and minimising fraudulent accounts, such as those who abuse the bonus system or want to overcome bans using multi-accounting. Other t...

VPS Group, Europe’s pioneering temporary security specialist, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Davis Site Security, a fast-growing security company protecting blue chip customers’ construction sites with monitored video technology and manned guarding. The construction industry loses over £800 million annually due to plant theft, vandalism, water loss and fire. Due to the number of new houses and buildings being built in the UK, being able to protect expensiv...

Passbolt, a new type of credential and access manager for organisations of all sizes announced it has raised $8 million in Series A financing for its all-in-one open source-based collaborative password and access software. The company was founded in December 2016. Previous funding was pre-seed of $620,000 in December 2018 and $3.1 million seed funding that closed in January 2021. Series A The Series A round was led by new investor Airbridge Equity Partners (Netherlands). Existing investors th...

Dallmeier, a pioneering provider of intelligent security solutions, will once again present its latest innovations at this year’s LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany. At the stand of the Mobility & Logistics Cluster (hall 4, stand D53) from 11 to 13 March, the Dallmeier experts will show how companies can optimise their security and logistics processes with intelligent video technology at the highest level of cybersecurity. Patented multifocal sensor technology In addition to the co...

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, announced the appointments of Paul Holt as EMEA Group Vice President and James Cook as APAC Group Vice President. The new hires reflect DigiCert’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for digital trust and resiliency in these high-growth regions. DigiCert’s growth strategy Holt and Cook will lead their respective teams in driving customer engagement, building partnerships Holt and Cook will lead their respective teams i...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced a successful 2024 highlighted by dramatic growth in protecting against gun violence in schools, communities and government. The company also announced the appointment of co-founder and former CTO, Timothy Sulzer, to Chief Product Officer. Replacing him as CTO will be David Barton, who previously served as the company’s...

Last year was a landmark year for Secure Logiq, defined by a thriving partnership with Milestone Systems. Together, the two companies accomplished remarkable achievements, showcasing innovation and strengthening the synergy between Secure Logiq’s industry-pioneering hardware and Milestone’s advanced XProtect software. Range of hardware solutions The year began with a strong presence at Intersec Dubai in January, where Secure Logiq joined Milestone Systems to showcase a range of ha...

IDEMIA Public Security, the provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, proudly announces its top-ranking results in the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) Remote Identity Validation Technology Demonstration (RIVTD). IDEMIA emerged as a clear pioneer in Track 3: Liveness Detection, showcasing unparalleled biometric accuracy and fairness. RIVTD series The RIVTD series is a rigorous evaluation designed to challenge and advanc...

IDEMIA India Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of IDEMIA, a global pioneer in cryptography and biometric technologies, proudly announces its collaboration with Microsoft in India to introduce an in-depth industry-demand technology skills development initiative aimed at empowering underserved youth with globally recognised cloud and AI certifications. In-depth skilling programme IDEMIA India Foundation runs an in-depth skilling programme focused on bridging the digital a...

Axis Communications, a pioneer in network video, has announced the release of two purpose-tuned cameras ideal for traffic surveillance and smart city initiatives. These powerful cameras can capture sharp licence plate images 24/7 and help law enforcement agencies improve road safety and gather valuable intelligence. AXIS Licence Plate Verifier AXIS Q1800-LE-3 is an all-in-one licence plate kit that includes everything in one device AXIS Q1800-LE Licence Plate Camera is preconfigured for accu...

HID®, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced that MediaStorm, a pioneering media and content creation company in China, has adopted HID® Mobile Access® to offer employee badges in Apple Wallet, enabling employees to seamlessly access their office building’s corporate spaces with just their iPhone or Apple Watch. The initiative underscores MediaStorm’s mission to integrate pioneering-edge technology to support a modern and agile workplace that is fle...

As Los Angeles recovers from the devastating wildfires — local trade and field service businesses are facing the dual challenge of rebuilding their own operations while supporting the massive reconstruction efforts ahead. In response, Simpro, a global field service management software provider, is supporting local businesses by pledging $50,000 to help Simpro customers impacted by the fires. Additionally, Simpro is offering a 50% discount on software fees for the first 12 months to any ne...

VITEC, a pioneer in the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) technology community, will showcase its enhanced streaming technologies at IDEX 2025, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, 17-21 February 2025. In the UAE Pavilion at 01-B03, VITEC will spotlight its advanced and versatile ruggedised TOUGH encoder family dedicated to video acquisition in harsh environments, as well as the new MGW Diamond-H, a 4K & Dual-Channel SD/HD HDMI Encoder. EZ TV ISR – VITEC’s video content man...

The 19th China International Exposition of Housing Industry & Products and Equipment of Building Industrialisation (referred to as China Housing Expo) will be held at the China International Exhibition Centre, Beijing (New) from Nov. 5th-7th, 2020. As the invited exhibitor, DNAKE will showcase the products of smart home systems and fresh air ventilation systems, bringing a poetic and smart home experience to new and old customers. Prefabricated construction area China Housing Expo has bee...

The Keyholding Company (TKC), a tech-enabled security services company, has officially become B Corp Certified. It joins a global community of around 9,000 businesses dedicated to meeting high standards of environmental and social impact. Ethical business practice B Corp is a global standard for ethical business practice established by B Lab. This non-profit organisation is working towards a common vision of “business as a force for good”. Being B Corp Certified represents a comm...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, announces the appointment of Kusania Cairns as Business Development Manager, bolstering its commitment to building strong customer relationships and delivering exceptional value to Channel Partners.  Kusania Cairns Kusania joins Gallagher with over 20 years of experience in sales and IT, including a proven track record in leadership roles and account management. Her career spans positions at leading resellers and distributors...

Simpro Group, a pioneer in field service management solutions, is excited to announce Pete Mansel as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). With over three decades of experience driving transformative growth and pioneering global sales organisations in the software industry, Pete joins Simpro Group to spearhead revenue generation and strengthen the company’s go-to-market strategies. Simpro Group's mission “Pete brings an exceptional track record of unifying teams, optimising sales p...

Aetina, a pioneering provider of edge AI solutions, announces its comprehensive support for Super Mode, a feature introduced in the latest NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX and Jetson Orin™ Nano modules. This enhancement, set to be enabled by the NVIDIA JetPack™ software development kit’s 6.2 release this month, delivers up to 2x boost in generative AI inference performance, reinforcing powerful applications in computer vision, robotics, and local AI deployment. Ideal for dem...

Anviz (a business unit of Xthings Group, Inc.) has officially launched an OSDP (Open Supervisory Device Protocol)-enabled access control solution. The goal is simple: improve the shortcomings of legacy access control systems while enabling bi-directional, secure data interactions between systems and components. While communication standards ensure interoperability among diverse technologies designed and manufactured by global companies – evolving standards like OSDP allow the application...

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity-centric security solutions, announced it has been positioned as the Innovation Index Leader in Frost & Sullivan’s 2024 Frost Radar for Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM). The company also scored second in the Growth Index.  "Being recognised as a Leader in Frost & Sullivan’s 2024 Frost Radar is a testament to our relentless drive for innovation and excellence," said Bhagwat Swaroop, President of Digital Security Solution...

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise resilience, has been recognised by renowned industry analyst organisation - Forrester among Notable Vendors in its recent report: The Zero Trust Edge Solutions Landscape, Q4 2024. This recent report helps organisations understand the main trends, challenges, and benefits driving ZTE adoption, along with providers that deliver on a range of use cases. Zero Trust edge (ZTE) solutions Authored by Forrester Principal Analyst - Andre Kindness, the repor...

Alcatraz AI, a global provider of frictionless, AI-powered biometric access control solutions revolutionising security through facial authentication, announced the appointment of Patrick Merfert as the company’s next Vice President (VP) of Marketing. Rapidly growing market With over 15 years of experience as a technology startup marketing pioneer, venture capital investor, and strategy consultant, Merfert contributes a vast wealth of identity and security-based technology marketing...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security continues to strengthen its presence in the newly amalgamated NSW/ACT region, with the appointment of Jon Liaros as Business Development Manager (BDM). Joining the team earlier this month on 13 January, Jon brings 25 years of experience in the security industry, contributing to the continued growth in the NSW/ACT region. Time for the NSW/ACT region Jon has worked for some of the industry’s most notable organisations, including HID Global...

The security industry is undergoing a transformative phase in 2024, driven by technological advancements, evolving client needs and labour market challenges. As the physical security landscape continues to evolve, companies providing manned guarding services must adapt to remain competitive and deliver enhanced value. Siddharth Dahiya, CEO, Peregrine Guarding (Tenon Group) outlines the trends shaping the manned guarding sector in 2024 and the roadmap to transforming the industry’s landsc...

Experia Events has announced a stellar line-up of exhibitors for the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo (BAAFEx) taking place 4-6 March 2025 at Singapore’s Changi Exhibition Centre. Aircraft maker Boeing Business Jets intend to have aircraft on static display, while aircraft operators VistaJet and Amber Aviation have confirmed to have aircraft on static display. VistaJet will have its flagship Bombardier Global 7500 on static display, while Amber Aviation will display a Gulfs...