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Leonardo welcomes the announcement made by the U.S. Department of Defense to award AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corp. a 171 million USD modification to the previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract for the US Navy’s Advanced Helicopter Training System. This modification exercises options for the production and delivery of an additional 36 TH-73A aircraft, with work expected to be completed in December 2022 in Philadelphia, PA. Firm-fixed price contract In January 2020 Leonardo, throug...

The 31st annual Resideo CONNECT event gathered more than 125 security companies from across North America. All from the comfort of their own computer screen, of course. During the two-hour event, Resideo shined a spotlight on the work its dedicated dealers performed in 2020, shared its view on the year ahead, and offered opportunities for them to network in a virtual social lounge and learn new techniques for how to serve their customers. From the opening video to the end keynote address, Resid...

Continuing to expand its global presence, BCD International today announced the appointment of security industry veteran Andrew Hubble as Managing Director – APAC. Reporting and responsibilities Reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales, Hubble will be responsible for the management of APAC safety and security, computer vision, and IoT customer relationships, and to drive BCD revenue through existing and new customer relationships. “As BCD has delivered infrastructure solu...

ConnectWise, the provider of software and expert services purpose-built for technology solution providers (TSPs), announces it has acquired Perch Security and StratoZen. These acquisitions establish ConnectWise as the platform with the comprehensive offering for TSP - complete with business management, unified management and security management, including SOC and SIEM services.  As part of the ConnectWise Fortify™ security management solution, these technologies will provide revoluti...

Sonatype, the globally renowned provider of innovation-friendly open source security tools, has announced entering into a strategic partnership with Fugue, the company putting engineers in command of cloud security, to deliver the first Infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solution that shifts cloud security left into the developer workflow. Sonatype and Fugue partnership The partnership further advances the missions of Sonatype and Fugue to empower software developers with best-in-class tools so they...

Safetrust, the globally renowned company in virtual credential solutions, has released touchless mobile access and WiFi options for the millions of HID iCLASS SE and multiCLASS SE readers deployed globally with their new SABRE MODULE. The 30-second plug-in makes the SABRE MODULE the fastest way to enable touchless mobile access at the door, turnstile or elevator, while using existing readers. SABRE MODULE touchless mobile access The SABRE MODULE enables hands-free authentication from a config...

The implications of COVID-19 have been profound, and the road to business recovery is evolving and fluid. Facility providers around the world are shifting priorities. The focus was once creating a workplace that promotes employee productivity and company values. Now, it’s ensuring that the workplace, and everyone who enters it, remain safe and healthy. With all the coronavirus uncertainty, it might feel strange to start working on how to open offices again. But no matter whether offices a...

Codebase Technologies has introduced a brand-new digital FinTech offering, Digibanc Digital Roshan, to empower conventional and Islamic banks in Pakistan to manage seamless, consistent, and engaging customer journeys across multiple customer touch-points and drive their digital transformations. Digibanc Digital Roshan solutions The comprehensive digital solution, Digibanc Digital Roshan aims to help banks to support overseas Pakistani customers to open their Roshan Digital Accounts effortlessl...

Safetrust, a pioneer in virtual credential solutions, and AlertEnterprise Inc., the foremost physical-logical security convergence software company, have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver next-generation digital access credentialing and controls, providing frictionless, safe, and secure workspace access experience for employees, contingent workers, and visitors. Benefits of collaboration The collaboration reinforces the new way businesses are defining smart and healthy workplaces...

Safetrust, a pioneer in virtual credential solutions, introduces the SABRE MODULE, a 30-second plug-in upgrade that adds DESFire EV3 and remote management capabilities to installed HID iCLASS readers. Supports Wi-Fi The module simplifies the transition from legacy prox, iCLASS, or SEOS credentials to DESFire EV3 and supports Wi-Fi which allows customers to remotely manage and configure their readers, eliminating the need for onsite visits. Plug and play The fast, plug-and-play solution requi...

Dell Technologies has announced the release of their new Dell EMC PowerProtect DP series integrated appliances and PowerProtect Data Manager Software advancements to help businesses and customers protect, manage and recover data from traditional and modern applications, across core data centers, edge locations and public clouds. PowerProtect Cyber Recovery Dell, the industry renowned company in data protection appliances and software, also announces the release of PowerProtect Cyber Recovery,...

Allied Universal, a renowned security and facility services company in North America, honors and supports all members of the military not just on Veterans Day this November but each and every day. "While many businesses talk the talk about why military veterans are important hires, the physical security sector actually walks the walk,” said Steve Jones, Chairman & CEO of Allied Universal. “We honor and appreciate the sacrifices made by our nations’ military and we constant...

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a renowned provider of cybersecurity solutions globally, has released its cybersecurity predictions for 2021; detailing the key security challenges that organizations will face over the next year. Check Point states that the effects of the changes introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to be a key focus for organizations’ IT and security teams. 81% of enterprises have adopted mass remote working for their employees, with 74% planning...

Check Point has introduced its next-generation unified cybersecurity platform, Check Point R81. The new platform is one of industry’s first to deliver autonomous threat prevention designed for the entire distributed enterprise, enabling IT staff to manage the most complex and dynamic network environments easily and efficiently. Enterprises have accelerated their digital transformation programs and changed IT priorities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has increased their cyber...

PACE Security, a Southern California-based security integration and systems design firm, has announced that it has added the Alcatraz Rock autonomous access control platform to its solutions portfolio. “We are excited to have PACE embrace the Alcatraz Rock and its ability to deliver access control via facial authentication,” said Alcatraz Chief Revenue Officer, Tina D’Agostin. Alcatraz Rock added to portfolio Tina adds, “PACE has already successfully delivered autonomo...

Altronix, the recognized front-runner in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, is further expanding its Trove™ series with an access and power integration solution exclusively designed to support Hartmann Controls. The pre-configured kits will accommodate up to 8 or 16 doors each and are scalable for large systems. Authorities comments “These new Trove solutions provide authorized Hartmann Controls dealers with added features and benefits tha...

Cyber security concerns regularly top the list of things that keep business leaders up at night. The threat landscape is constantly shifting and evolving, as determined malicious actors launch new attacks and exploit vulnerabilities. Defending against threats and protecting company data can feel like a never-ending game where it’s impossible to stay one step ahead. To counteract this, Axis Communications (Axis) leads a collaborative effort with system integrators, security experts and end...

The EMEA Telecom Engineering Centre of Excellence (TEE) of Deloitte (located in Portugal) and AlgoSec, a renowned provider of business-driven network security management solutions, have entered into an alliance to establish a network protection transformation offer to safeguard clients against complex threats and attacks. The combined team will deliver, operate, and maintain a network protection offer with joint functions managed between Deloitte and AlgoSec. Deloitte TEE will focus on deliveri...

Understanding and predicting human behavior is one of the biggest challenges facing modellers of both pandemics and cyber risk, a new report from CyberCube concludes. According to the report, which sets out to understand the lessons both pandemic and cyber modellers could learn from each other, the potential for political decisions and the public’s response to affect the duration and severity of both types of events is critical to successful modelling. Partnership The report, which incl...

Globally renowned access control systems manufacturer and supplier, Videx has announced the launch of two new apps for its web server access control system, the WS4 and has also released a new firmware with additional features. WS4 web server access control The WS4 can manage up to 20 entrances locally or remotely from anywhere via a mobile phone, tablet or PC using a web browser to connect to the system and it’s very easy to install. It can also hold approximately 2,500 proximity and co...

The integration developed between Vanderbilt’s ACT Enterprise access control software platform and Hanwha Techwin’s Wisenet WAVE video management software (VMS), means operators are now able to instantly visually verify access control activity and events directly from ACT Enterprise. ACT Enterprise is a role-based software platform which streamlines the monitoring and management of ACTpro access control systems comprising web-enabled door controller interfaces and MiFare and/or DESf...

ADT Commercial continues its strategic M&A strategy, expanding its nationwide geographic footprint and deepening its capabilities to serve mid-market, national, and large-scale commercial customers in New York and New Jersey with the announcement it has purchased Deterrent Technologies, Inc., based out of Ocean, NJ. About Deterrent Technologies Established in 1982 by David and Carol Hersh, Deterrent Technologies, Inc. has been a pioneer in designing, installing, and servicing comprehensive...

Exabeam, the globally renowned Smarter SIEM and security solutions company, has been named a leader in three categories in KuppingerCole’s first Leadership Compass for Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR). Leadership Compass for SOAR KuppingerCole’s Leadership Compass for SOAR report delivers a comprehensive analysis of the SOAR market, including real-world considerations for planning and deploying SOAR products. It includes an evaluation of 11 vendors in the space...

ACRE, a global brand providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the acquisition of Razberi Technologies based in Farmers Branch, Texas. This purchase will enhance ACRE’s strategic expansion plans for strengthening its video and communications business and product portfolio. This is the latest M&A transaction since ACRE completed the acquisitions of two access control businesses - Open Options in December 2018 and RS2 in May 2019; both of which have continued to prosper and...

Digital Guardian, a globally renowned company in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR), has developed a new Ryuk Ransomware Protection Content Pack to detect and defend against Ryuk ransomware. This solution is available free of charge to all Digital Guardian customers globally. The company’s Advanced Threat & Analysis Center (ATAC) Team worked quickly to create and validate the content pack confirming that, once deployed, the Digital Guardian agent can d...

With increasing numbers of professionals now working entirely from home or as part of a blended workplace solution, the requirement for e-Learning and virtual training options has sharply increased. Having expanded its virtual and e-learning course offerings, the Safety & Security Division at Air Partner plc, comprising aviation safety and security training, research and consulting services from Baines Simmons and Redline Assured Security, has revealed its most popular training courses in 20...

Aiphone, the renowned international manufacturer of video and audio intercom, and security communication products, has announced the addition of the IX-EA IP video door station intercom to its robust IX Series portfolio. IX-EA IP video door station intercom The IX-EA from Aiphone is a surface mount, weather-resistant IP video door station, which comes equipped with a 1.23 megapixel fixed color camera that can be programmed to call up to 20 different stations, with three different call level se...

With the ever-changing post coronavirus (COVID-19) world, the ability to communicate virtually has never been more important. This is why ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland is improving its customer experience with the launch of the ASSA ABLOY Customer Support app. ASSA ABLOY Customer Support app Free to download on Apple and Android mobile devices, the app enables customers to quickly and conveniently contact the right customer service team within ASSA ABLOY in the UK. The app prov...

Check Point Research, the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a renowned provider of cybersecurity solutions globally, has published its latest Global Threat Index for October 2020. Researchers reported that the Trickbot and Emotet trojans continue to rank as the top two most prevalent malware in October, and that the trojans have been responsible for the sharp increase in ransomware attacks against hospitals and healthcare providers globally. File-encrypting rans...

Videonetics, AI & DL powered Unified Video Computing Platform™ development company, proudly announces technology integration with RBH Access, manufacturer of access control, and security management systems. User benefits from the integration Built on the powerful integration framework between Videonetics Intelligent Video Management Software (VMS) and RBH AxiomX Alarm Management Suite, the users are empowered to gain end-to-end control over the physical access points through one cent...