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Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) announces that it has entered into a global agreement with BenjiLock, a US-based design company of premium biometric lock solutions. The deal will see BenjiLock incorporate Fingerprints’ biometric sensor, software, and algorithm into its designs for physical access security solutions, including patented TSA-accepted biometric locks and equipment cases to address the market demand for enhanced security. Hybrid technology BenjiLock, which won inv...

The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR), an organization established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process, recently announced their new president and secretary for the 2023-2024 board.  The 2023-2024 term will be led by President Mark McCall, Director of Global Operations for IMMIX. Mr. McCall takes over from Immediate Past-President David Holl, Director of Public Safety for Lower Allen Township, PA....

One of the primary functions of any government is to protect its citizens, institutions, infrastructure, and way of life. With the rise of the global Internet, the world is more connected and traditional borders do not exist, meaning those same citizens, institutions, infrastructure, and way of life are at greater risk of malicious activity online. The threat profile of many governments has evolved, and it is more important than ever to protect and defend critical online services. Benefits of...

Mobile operators need to reassess security vulnerabilities in the key GTP (GPRS Tunnelling Protocol) protocol and bolster GTP security within their networks as they continue to invest in and roll out 5G, according to a new study by SecurityGen, the global provider of security solutions and services for the telecom industry.  No cyber-security measures SecurityGen’s latest report, entitled“GTP vulnerabilities: A cause for concern in 5G and LTE networks”, is based on 150 t...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering provider of cyber security solutions, signs a definitive agreement to acquire Perimeter 81, a pioneering Security Service Edge (SSE) company. With this acquisition, Check Point will help organizations accelerate the adoption of secure access across remote users, sites, cloud, datacentres, and the internet, all while aiming to deliver the most secure and fastest SSE solution in the market. Under the terms of the agreement, Check Point wi...

Sentry Enterprises, a cutting-edge technology company transforming what identity means across all forms of physical and digital transactions, has completed its merger with X-Core Technologies, inventors of the Prelaminate Core Sheet, a technology that makes scaled, complex, ultra-thin microelectronic manufacturing possible using hot lamination. For more than 15 years, X-Core Technologies has been a pioneer in Smart Card device development and card manufacturing technology in the...

SmartRent, Inc., a provider of smart home and property operations solutions for the rental housing industry, has agreed with ADI Global Distribution, a Resideo Technologies, Inc. company, to serve as its preferred distribution partner. A distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, ADI's expansive network allows for efficient and timely order fulfillment for SmartRent’s 500+ rental housing customers, fortifying the Company’s inventory and distribution activities, and enabl...

ICT®, a global provider of intelligent electronic access control and security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Thompson as Chief Product Officer (CPO).  With a background in strategy development, business transformation, and executive leadership, Sarah brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead the maturation of ICT's customer-focused product management capability. Sarah's accomplishments In her previous role as Chief Product Officer at EROAD, a glo...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces the appointment of Lorena Gottlieb as New Business Executive. In her new role, Lorena will be a key part of TDSi’s market expansion in both the UK and internationally, supporting both new customers and the Sales team to ensure its integrated security systems are matched to real-world applications and needs.  Right skills and experience With extensive experience in both B2B and B2C customer service, sales, event or...

With Security Expertise, VdS has created a unique offer for planners, operators, insurers, or other risk bearers of facilities with high security or availability requirements. In doing so, the highly qualified VdS team of experts supports its clients in fulfilling legal requirements, complying with insurance conditions, and at the same time establishing an optimum level of security.  In this service, VdS combines its outstanding expertise in security systems together with a comprehensive...

Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings has issued a message of advice to those working in the protection of structural steel who are affected by the new Building Safety Act 2022 as the date approaches for it to become enforceable to ensure users understand their obligations. High-risk buildings From October 2023, all buildings must be registered with the newly established Building Safety Regulator (BSR), and those of at least 18 metres in height or with at least seven storeys contai...

ZE Government Solutions (ZEGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of AI-based gun detection pioneer ZeroEyes announced that it has been selected by AFWERX for an SBIR Phase I contract focused on threat detection using indoor drones to investigate its potential to fill capability gaps in the Department of the Air Force (DAF).  AI-based video analytics with UAS The integrated solution will combine ZEGS’ AI-based object detection video analytics with confined space unmanned aircraft system (UA...

The City of Roswell and Friends of Mimosa Hall and Gardens proudly announce its collaboration with Trane Residential, a pioneering provider of energy-efficient home comfort solutions, for the successful installation of two (2) electric Trane XV20i Variable Speed Heat Pump systems at Mimosa Hall. This partnership is a significant step towards achieving Net Zero Certification, solidifying Mimosa Hall's dedication to reducing its carbon emissions while preserving the historical integrity of the ho...

AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal CompanyⓇ, is pleased to announce Kyle Gordon as Executive Vice President, Global Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Excellence. The EVP will lead the sales, marketing, and commercial excellence teams globally to optimize sales, drive company growth and exceed customer expectations. Sales and marketing strategies Gordon will work closely with product management and marketing to establish sales and marketing strategies that communicate AMAG’s new value p...

AMG Systems of the UK and USA opened a new office, manufacturing, and warehouse facility in Trumbull, CT to satisfy the growing demand for AMG transmission products with their recent entry into the US Market. The new office, located at 62 Spring Hill Road, in Trumbull, CT will be the base for North American operations and joins Castleford and Biggleswade in the UK as AMG facilities. This facility will be used for the North American Research and Product Development Team, warehouse, shipping oper...

As students head back to class this month, Verkada's inaugural Teen Vaping Survey reveals a rise in vaping among teens across the country and profound negative impacts tied to it, including lowered academic performance, decreased student engagement and heightened depression. The data show that teens who vape are actually willing and trying to quit but are unable, with the school environment among contributing roadblocks. What's happening on school campuses? Verkada partner...

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in tandem with biometric access control systems is rapidly becoming a popular mode among customers in the ever-changing physical security market. Solutions that can learn, evaluate, and offer quick and precise responses are essential as modern security concerns become more and more sophisticated. Biometric uses for AI are range from faster, more accurate fingerprint analysis to more flexible, three-dimensional facial recognition. Offering an example, JJ K...

Allied Universal, the world’s renowned security and facility services provider, has announced that, at their annual fundraising event held over the weekend, Steve Jones and wife Stacy Jones raised more than US$ 1.9 million for the nation’s only shelter that serves the world’s more than 40 million human trafficking victims. Jason Derulo, triple platinum and award winning singer-songwriter, performed at the event. Fund-raiser charity event for human trafficking victims All fun...

University researchers have created a system using sound recordings that can work out what is being typed with more than 90% accuracy.  Typing a computer password while chatting over a video call like Zoom could open the door to a cyber-attack, research suggests, after a study revealed artificial intelligence (AI) can work out which keys are being pressed by eavesdropping on the sound of the typing. Threat of cyber-attacks Industry experts say that as video conferencing tools such as Zoo...

The XDR Alliance™ announced the release of a new set of open-source API specifications that help pioneering cybersecurity vendors collaborate and more easily integrate their advanced technology solutions. As a result, end-user customer organizations worldwide can rationalize their disparate and previously siloed cybersecurity solutions, enabling them to more easily operationalize broader coverage for threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR) use cases. Customers can extract more...

StratorSoft, a pioneering provider of custom data engineering and software solutions tailored to the unique needs of the physical security domain, is pleased to announce an integration with Domo, a data experience platform innovator. This strategic collaboration establishes StratorSoft as both a reseller and app publisher on the Domo platform, aiming to revolutionize the way the physical security industry accesses and analyses data.   Data analytics platform In an era where data-driven...

RealWear, the pioneer of industrial extended reality (XR) wearables, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Parkinson as RealWear’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). HMT-1® flagship headset Dr. Parkinson, Co-Founder, and former CTO of RealWear®, is the visionary mind behind the HMT-1® flagship headset that started the RealWear story in 2016. The HMT-1 was RealWear’s first industrial head-mounted tablet computer on the market and catapulted RealWear into the s...

IPVideo Corporation, a renowned provider of physical security solutions, including the award-winning HALO Smart Sensor and Sentry ERS Emergency Lockdown and Response System, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sohaib Shaikh as Director of Engineering. With a diverse background in engineering, Shaikh joins IPVideo during a peak period of growth to lead its firmware and hardware development teams, and help drive technology innovation across all IPVideo product lines.  Extensive indust...

DigiCert announced the expansion of its certificate management platform, DigiCert Trust Lifecycle Manager, to provide full lifecycle support for multiple CAs including Microsoft CA and AWS Private CA, as well as integration with ServiceNow to support existing IT service workflows.  Trust Lifecycle Manager additionally supports enrollment to a broad range of Microsoft and AWS technologies, providing organizations a unified approach to managing the public and private trust for use cases such...

Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Laminar, a data security posture management (DSPM) platform. The combination will create the industry’s first complete cyber resilience offering of its kind by bringing together cyber recovery and cyber posture across enterprise, cloud, and SaaS. This acquisition supports Rubrik’s leadership position as one of the preeminent data security platforms and furthers the company’...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR solutions, is charting a new course in the enterprise physical security marketplace with the unveiling of a new business model and value proposition that reflects the vision of company CEO, Enzo Signore. Intelligent, accurate, and proactive “Quanergy was founded on the belief that security needs to be more intelligent, more accurate, and more proactive to serve its purpose in today’s dynamic environments,” said Signore. &ldquo...

ADT Inc., the most trusted brand in smart home and small business security, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its commercial security, fire, and life safety business unit to GTCR, a pioneering private equity firm, for a purchase price of $1.6 billion, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. Proceeds from the sale, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2023, will be used to reduce debt by $1.5 billion, with cash interest savings expected to...

Amthal has announced the appointment of Reece Paprotny to Commercial Director, having initially joined the company as an apprentice. The promotion comes as the company announces a strategic shift in its approach to fire safety and security services. Business development Reece, who joined Amthal as a finance apprentice in 2015, instantly identified a strong drive to succeed and a keen eye for business development opportunities. He quickly established himself as a valuable asset, rising to...

ADI Global Distribution, a global distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced it has expanded its video portfolio to include products from Motorola Solutions’ Avigilon Alta cloud-native security suite. ADI customers across the UK and Ireland have access to a range of video security cameras suitable for use in a range of environments including commercial, healthcare, education, hospitality, and retail facilities. Video offering "ADI continues to expand our video offe...

The Master Locksmith Association (MLA) has once again turned to Mul-T-Lock to install its innovative eCLIQ solution at its state-of-the-art training facilities based at its headquarters, to provide a high level of access control.  Mul-T-Lock e-CLIQ As the premier trade association for locksmiths in the UK, the MLA is committed to fostering excellence within the industry by offering professional training, accreditation, and support to its members.  To uphold its dedication to safety...