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Allied Universal, the global security and facility services company, has announced the appointment of Darren Pedersen as President of Allied Universal Canada, with the expansion of security services in Canada, under the Allied Universal brand. Allied Universal acquired G4S Secure Solutions Ltd. in 2021, thereby creating the leader in global security services. Darren Pedersen joined G4S Cash Solutions in 1997, starting as Operations Supervisor and worked his way up to General Manager for Mississ...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, has announced that it has joined Bisner’s innovative Smart Workplace App. Bisner’s user-friendly Smart Workplace App makes offices more productive and efficient for employees and tenants. Eagle Eye Networks – Bisner integration The integration between Bisner and Eagle Eye Networks allows tenants to handle all building requests. Video data delivers insigh...

The event, part of Leonardo’s Sustainability Strategy to raise awareness on the responsible use of plastics, was held among the pine woods at Castel Fusano on the coast near Rome. Volunteers collected litter with the help of the satellites, drones, sensors, and AI algorithms of the integrated security system developed by Leonardo for the SES5G ‘Global Monitoring’ project. This plastic collection day was an important active citizenship event and was supported by Leonardo, a har...

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced it will unify its Pro AV products distribution offering under the ADI Global Distribution brand. Following the integration of its newly acquired Shoreview Distribution business, ADI will integrate its Herman Pro AV business in Spring 2022. Herman Integration Services (HIS), the AV labor subcontracting services, will retain its brand and continue to serve as a value-added service available throu...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has expressed its support for and feedback on S. 1260, the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA), and H.R. 4521, the America COMPETES Act. SIA’s letter comes ahead of a US Senate and House of Representatives conference to reconcile the differences between the two pieces of bipartisan legislation, both of which will bolster U.S. leadership in developing and adopting innovative emerging technologies, in order for domestic companies to remain glo...

The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF), the global, member-driven technical standards development organization, has announced its new 2022 Board of Directors. Five board seats were open and the following candidates were elected by a member vote to serve a two-year term: Alex Wight – Lead PKI Architect and Principle Engineer, Cisco Systems (new), Betty Zhao – Standard Operation Manager, Haier (re-elected), Brian Bishop – the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Data Performance...

From Wall Street to Main Street, business owners are starting to prepare and look toward the future as the pandemic turns endemic. Businesses across the United States are welcoming employees and visitors back into their restaurants, storefronts, and offices. But, a new challenge persists, staffing shortages. As many businesses struggle to hire, they also need to focus on how to retain and keep their current staff safe and healthy. So, what can be done? It’s more important than ever th...

Essence Group, a pioneer of cloud-based wireless security solutions for homes, families, and businesses, announced its collaboration with Israeli security provider Team-3 Protection Systems for the first national implementation of its MyShield cellular IoT (Cat-M) enabled intruder prevention solution. The partnership entails Essence Group providing Team-3 with MyShield devices that will be offered as part of the company’s security solutions services for Israeli customers. The devices will...

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc., the pioneer in enterprise identity security, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a software investment firm, in an all-cash transaction that values SailPoint at approximately $6.9 billion. Subject to the terms of the Agreement, SailPoint stockholders will receive $65.25 per share in cash, representing a premium of 48% to SailPoint’s 90-day volume-weighted average price (VWAP). Upon completion of t...

Employees used to come to the office every day and work from company-managed assets. They may be working at home, in the office, on the road, and anywhere in between using unsecured personal devices and networks. It’s opened a whole new set of challenges that IT must manage. And to help them do it, Citrix Systems, Inc. announces general availability of Citrix Secure Private Access™, a cloud-delivered, Zero-Trust Network Access (ZTNA) offering that protects access to apps and data fr...

ADT Inc. (ADT), the globally trusted brand in smart home and small business security solutions, has announced the appointment of Benjamin Honig to the company’s Board of Directors, as a Class I Director with a term expiring at the 2024 Annual Meeting of ADT. ADT’s Chairman, Marc Becker, said “We are pleased to welcome Ben to our Board of Directors.” New Board of Directors member Marc Becker adds, “His background investing in technology and consumer service comp...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted Antaira Technologies, a global developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices, a patent for its innovative application of an uninterruptible power system (UPS) driven by Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology that is now featured in the company's new LMP Series of managed Ethernet PoE switches. U.S. Patent No. 17/228,851 relates to DC voltage output being supplied to network devices connected to an Antaira PoE switch w...

Ava Cyber has rebranded as Qush as it looks to become a pioneer in Data Loss Protection, a market that is projected to reach revenues of 3.5 Billion USD by 2025. Customers across the globe are leveraging the power of Qush’s software to reduce insider threats, and protect their IP and their sensitive commercial, financial, and personnel data. Originally established as Ava Reveal in 2016, Qush’s flagship Data Loss Protection product has received a very strong reception in the marketpl...

Zenitel, a pioneer of intelligent and interoperable communication solutions, announces that Detrick Ellis has been named Northwestern US Regional Sales Leader in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. Detrick Ellis has been with Zenitel since 2012 as a Field Sales Engineer and Systems Engineer. His role has included assisting Zenitel customers and partners with technical questions, conducting technical training, and supporting the Americas sales team. VP's comments “At Zenitel, career aspi...

Vigitron Inc., the provider of network solutions for security applications, is pleased to announce its next series of educational webinars. Titled ‘network design for security systems,’ the seminar will focus on the unique differences and requirements between what are called standard or data-only network design and those for security and in particular video security applications. “Networking for a security system is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As the leading p...

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced that it has teamed with MFE Inspection Solutions to integrate the FLIR MUVE™ C360 multi-gas detector on Boston Dynamics’ Spot® robot and commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The integrated solutions will enable remote monitoring of chemical threats in industrial and public safety applications. Boston Dynamics’ Spot mobile robot The MUVE C360 detects and classifies airborne gas or c...

ADT believes data is the fuel-making smart home security systems safer, smarter, and more helpful for the customers. Data will unlock next-generation features such as ambient, or always-on, security, for example, and data already enables the smarts in thermostats that maintain comfortable temperatures while reducing unnecessary energy use when nobody is home. Private and secure data The ability to offer these types of services requires customers to trust ADT to keep their data private and secu...

Qognify, a pioneer of video and enterprise incident management solutions launched its new video management software Qognify VMS. Features of Qognify VMS Qognify VMS is designed to meet the specific physical security needs of organizations around the globe. It is based on the proven technology of Qognify's successful video management software Cayuga, which is used by many customers in thousands of security projects worldwide. As a true next-generation VMS, Qognify VMS combines the powerful cor...

SureView Systems, the globally renowned open response platform provider for running security operations and Calipsa, a market-renowned provider of deep-learning powered video analytics for false alarm reduction, have announced the integration of their cloud-based flagship technologies. The integration of Calipsa’s software with SureView’s next-generation physical security information management (PSIM) platform improves the ability of security command centers to manage and respond to...

A new resource is available to help those responsible for safeguarding oil and gas facilities decide when, where, and how to use thermal cameras to gain the most operational value. Developed by global surveillance specialist, Synectics, the eBook – ‘Thermal Cameras for Oil & Gas Surveillance’ – takes a closer look at the technology and its suitability for common applications across the industry, particularly in comparison to infrared alternatives. Process monitoring...

Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of intelligent video surveillance solutions, officially opened its new Hanwha Innovation and Technology Experience (HITE) on March 29, 2022. The Center highlights the company’s newest products and solutions for security and surveillance applications, all showcased through interactive demonstrations, videos, training sessions, certification classes, and presentations. “The HITE presents a cross-section of our resources and expertise, from the...

With network requirements growing in demands for bandwidth, packet size, and PoE buying decisions beyond the product itself. The manufacturer and the services they provide are just as important. How they stand behind the product further defines their ability to perform as required. Vigitron discusses one example each.  Reliability  All products are built on a foundation of reliability. Regardless of features, Vigitron expects purchases to last many years and continue to perform to th...

DNAKE is glad to announce that its Android indoor monitors are successfully compatible with the Savant Pro APP. Home automation is a perfect tool for managing the family’s power consumption, making life easier, safer, and more energy-efficient. With the integration, users can enjoy both home automation service and intercom features in one DNAKE indoor monitor. How to empower the smart life with DNAKE and Savant in ways that are easy and fun to use? The answer to that is qu...

Konica Minolta and MOBOTIX are intensifying their strategic partnership in the USA. A close technology partnership has existed for years around the FORXAI Video Security Solution (VSS), a comprehensive end-to-end video security solution that helps companies analyze processes, situations, and behavior. High-end video technology The Konica Minolta team structure is being expanded and reorganized for deeper sales and logistics partners. Joint logistics centers will ensure the nationwide availabil...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, announces it has acquired Ontario-based Swift Labs Inc. (‘Swift Labs’), an Internet of Things (IoT) design and engineering consulting firm. The acquisition of Swift Labs advances Blackline’s strategy to connect workers through technology by enhancing the company’s product development expertise. It will enable Blackline to accelerate its pace of innovation by expanding its product development capacity. Pro...

Allied Universal, the renowned global security and facility services company, continues its strategic growth with the acquisition of Attenti Group, one of the world’s renowned electronic monitoring companies. Allied Universal will integrate Attenti Group with G4S Monitoring Technologies, to create Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring Services. The combined business has pro-forma 2021 revenues over US$ 150 million, with operations in more than 35 countries, and will establish Allied Univ...

Corsha, a DC-based API security company that provides an innovative approach to securing API communication between trusted machines, announces a $12 million Series A funding round. Ten Eleven Ventures and Razor’s Edge Ventures co-led the round that included participation from 1843 Capital. Organizations are increasingly relying on cloud infrastructure to scale their applications and services. The sheer number of APIs per organization is exploding, and with that, so is the number of potent...

SONITROL, the leader in verified electronic security announced that its SW Ohio franchisee has made its fifth donation of a K-9 officer to the Butler County, Ohio Sheriff’s Department. SONITROL Gives Back The SW Ohio office’s donation is part of the company’s nationwide program, SONITROL Gives Back. The program is dedicated to supporting local law enforcement and schools – from donating police K-9s, a police horse, training equipment, school supplies, school security eq...

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc. the pioneer in identity security for the modern enterprise, unveiled two new product suites designed to provide customers with next-generation identity security capabilities. These product suites set a new standard for identity security, embracing an autonomous, intelligent approach to protecting modern enterprises. In this ever-changing threat environment, SailPoint offers a dynamic identity security foundation capable of evolving to match the changin...

CloudBlue, a cloud ecosystem technology company that powers some of the largest commerce platforms for cloud and IT channel products globally announced an agreement with CloudSense, provider of one of the market’s most powerful Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) platforms.  ICT offerings CloudSense has a well-established footprint within the telecommunications industry, with customers including prominent regional and international brands such as BT, Starhub, and Vodafone Ziggo. By provi...