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HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, and Keyfactor, a provider of secure digital identity management solutions, announced a collaboration that will improve how organizations secure data and protect privacy. By adding HID IdenTrust digital certificates to the Keyfactor platform, the offering provides enterprise customers with a single convenient solution to meet today’s zero-trust security models and identity. Digital certificates are used as a foundational secur...

Alcatraz, developer of secure frictionless access control products, has moved both its Silicon Valley headquarters and its Sofia, Bulgaria, satellite office into new locations. The move helps accommodate the growing Alcatraz teams both in the United States and abroad as the security startup launches its newest product, the Alcatraz Rock with tailgating, this summer. “As we move into mass production, the Alcatraz team is growing as well and so it was important for us to expand our office s...

The COVID-19 crisis causes a burden for companies that have to finish their testing and certification programs because of standards that will be superseded. Examples are the EN 60950-1:2006 and EN 60065 that are used for conformity testing of fire and security products for the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Euralarm, therefore, urges to postpone the end date of the co-existence period of the EN 60950-1:2006 and EN 60065 with nine months. Test houses and notified bodies affected by COVID-19...

GlobalPlatform, the provider for secure digital services and devices, RISC-V International, a global non-profit consortium, announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). Collaboration between the two organizations will help accelerate the development of open standards for the hardware design of embedded components in connected devices for the Internet of Things (IoT). This includes processors embedded with Trusted Execution Environment (TEEs), which are witnessing significant grow...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce that Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), its wholly owned subsidiary, has begun taking orders for its Wally Unit with a new Health Screening Option (HSO) solution. “Our dealers urged us to add workflow and temperature measuring technology to our existing Wally 1.5 solution,” said Steve Reinharz, President and CEO of RAD. Workflow and temperature measuring technology He adds, “Our HSO solution gives end u...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a provider of high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology, and green computing, announced financial results for its third quarter of fiscal year 2020 ended March 31, 2020. Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2020 Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2020 Highlights: Net sales of $772 million versus $871 million in the second quarter of fiscal year 2020 and $744 million in the same quarter of last year. Gross margin of 17.3% versus 15.9% in the seco...

Abnormal Security, a pioneer in protecting large enterprises from business email compromise (BEC) attacks announced it has been included in the list of Cool Vendors in Cloud Office Security by Gartner. The report recognizes vendors with “innovative approaches to cloud office security, email, and collaboration.” Business email compromise Business email compromise continues to plague organizations, leading to $26B in losses according to the FBI As the primary communication channel f...

Paxton announced that the company is introducing a new online access control training program for installers. Easily accessible via the company website, the training program offers installers more options and opportunities to enhance their skills anytime, anywhere. Online access control training Paxton is currently offering a free 30-day license to people who register before June 1, 2020. The online training program consists of bite-sized modules arranged by product covering Paxton’...

ExtraHop, the provider of cloud-native network detection and response, issued a report detailing rapid substantial changes in device usage trends as businesses shifted their operations in March due to COVID-19. The report also warns of the security complexity and risks posed by connected devices, both those used by employees at home, and those left idle but connected to the office network. While there are many lenses through which to explore the ways in which COVID-19 is reshaping business oper...

Kentec Electronics, a life safety system manufacturer, has strengthened its international in-country sales team with the appointment of Morné Müller as Business Development Manager Africa. Morné joins recent recruits Ibrahim Ariqat, Business Development Manager Middle East, and Eloi Del Valle, International Business Development Manager. Eloi, based in Barcelona, works within Kentec’s central European and Scandinavian markets, while Ibrahim, who is based in Dubai, operat...

Cybersecurity expert CrowdStrike has issued a stark warning to British businesses, telling them to crack down on lax remote working policies now or risk catastrophic exposure at the hands of adversaries after lockdown is over. Its latest research, in cooperation with YouGov, has found that over half (52%) of people in the UK working from home do so on their own personal devices, creating potential backdoors into corporate systems for adversaries. CrowdStrike has also seen a 100X increase in COV...

HITRUST, a data protection standards development and certification organization, continues to expand and enhance its services and support in the Asia Pacific region as part of a global information protection approach to streamline information risk management and compliance for organizations of any type, size, or geography delivering services locally, nationally, or internationally. This strategy builds on the HITRUST Approach and the vision of One Framework, One Assessment, globally. Global ob...

Nedap Identification Systems is excited to share the upcoming OSDP upgrade within Nedap’s long-range RFID reader portfolio for automatic vehicle identification. The portfolio will be upgraded and compatible with V.2.1.7 of the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard. This upgrade supports the interoperability of the company’s reader portfolio with a growing number of access control and security products. Over the last few years, an increasing number of access control panel m...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced that it is significantly expanding its digital initiatives to make it easier for customers and partners to stay connected and informed over the coming months. Following the success of Connect’DX, the Genetec virtual trade show and conference, the company is planning a similar event in the fall. Genetec is also ramping up its edu...

With the introduction of the much publicised 5G networks, alongside the evolution of live chat facilities impacting on the way people stay connected, there is extra pressure to deliver on extra speed and bandwidth, faster operating and more powerful mobiles to enable apps to work much harder and video to become the cornerstone of security. CSL and Amthal, who have worked in partnership for 15 years, are operating together for customers to ensure the safe delivery of advanced routers, alarms and...

PointCentral, an Alarm.com company, has acquired New York-based Doorport, Inc. With the acquisition, PointCentral will add a unique smart intercom capability to the PointCentral Smart Property Management solution. Doorport‘s innovative smart intercom solution improves building access security and convenience at multifamily properties for residents, guests, property managers, and delivery personnel. The acquisition accelerates PointCentral’s push to provide a complete IoT solution th...

Mitie Security, one of UK’s renowned technology-led security business, has become one amongst the first business in the sector to successfully pilot virtual accredited training modules. Mitie is working in partnership with the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and Highfield Qualifications, the license awarding body, to provide online access to the training course which is required to become a licensed security guard. Previously candidates were required to attend on-site courses. However,...

Insight Enterprises, the global integrator of Insight Intelligent Technology Solutions™ for organizations of all sizes, announces its partnership with Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions. The collaboration will drive digital transformation for cities, providing end-to-end delivery and management of a unified data platform across a city’s departments. Emergency management operations “City infr...

Adarga is pleased to announce that it has signed a software license with BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, a business division of BAE Systems that helps customers to protect and enhance their critical assets. adarga engine AI-powered platform Adarga will deploy its powerful artificial intelligence platform, adarga engine, and analyst workflow tools, Adarga bench, that allow organizations to understand and work more efficiently with vast amounts of complex data. This agreement will see Adarga&...

TELUS acquired ADT Canada creating ADT by TELUS and is now using their new capabilities to provide much needed security support to Canada’s small business community. With many small businesses having to close their doors or look for new ways to operate during this time, they need a way to watch and protect their properties and keep important assets safe. The threat of break-ins is all too real. In Montreal, a jewelry store owner is reeling after thieves made off with his two safes during...

With the update of translator software, SBN monitoring stations are now able to process photo confirmations of Ajax security systems. Photos from MotionCam detectors will allow SBN operators all across Europe to evaluate the situation remotely and filter false alarms. Application of Ajax photo verification technologies eliminates dispatching of security guards and police officers at false alarms. As a result, monitoring centers operate more efficiently and gain trust from local police enforceme...

Based on facial recognition technology, voice recognition technology, Internet communication technology, and the linkage algorithm technology independently developed by DNAKE, the solution realizes non-contact intelligent unlocking and access control for the whole process of personnel entering the community to effectively enhance the owner's experience in the smart community, which has a certain anti-epidemic efficacy during the transmission of special viruses. Set up a barrier gate or pedest...

HITRUST Assessment XChange (XChange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of HITRUST, is providing healthcare organizations with free access to its third-party risk management (TPRM) solution, including methodologies, technology, and staff augmentation. The decision to provide the TPRM service free of charge was made, after discussions with leaders in the healthcare industry concerning operational challenges, financial impacts, and disruptions being faced by organizations across the healthcare ecosystem...

Hikvision, an IoT solutions provider with video as its core competency, has released its 2019 Annual Report. In 2019, Hikvision generated a total revenue of RMB 57.66 billion, having achieved a year-over-year (YoY) growth of 15.69 %, and net profits attributable to shareholders of the company was RMB 12.41 billion, reflecting a YoY growth of 9.36%. The total overseas revenue amounted to RMB 16.24 billion, with YoY growth of 14.43%. In addition, the revenue in the domestic market (China) in 2019...

Inner Range Ltd. announces appointment of Brad Sheen as the company’s first dedicated NSW/ACT Business Development Manager. Born and bred in New South Wales, Australia, Brad is an avid motorbike rider and brings with him over 10 years of experience in the security industry, out of which seven years have revolved around security manufacturing. Security manufacturing expert With a vast network and having experienced a variety of roles in sales, distribution and technical specialism, Brad...

Alcatraz, developer of secure frictionless access control products, has partnered with Intelligent Systems Marketing, Inc. (ISM), to sell and market Alcatraz’s innovative security solutions. access control solutions ISM is a manufacturer’s representative company covering Northern California, Northern Nevada, and the Rocky Mountain States that specializes in the sale and installation of a variety of security products including comprehensive access control solutions. "We're always e...

PSA, the consortium of professional systems integrators, announces a new partnership with ConsorcioTec, part of Latin Press, for PSA and USAV. ConsorcioTec is the first pan-regional buyers consortium for local low-voltage integrators specializing in Electronic Security, DataCom Networks, Custom Electronics, Building Automation and Controls, Systems Integrations, and Multimedia Installations. “Our partnership with Latin Press and ConsorcioTec will help PSA and USAV reach more systems integ...

Arc Monitoring’s Control Room Operator, Jack, is a frequent bus traveler, using them to get to and from work. Due to changes in the bus timetable caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Jack’s commute to work had doubled in time. The reductions also meant no buses were available at the end of his shift. As Jack doesn’t hold a driving license, he had no other option than to try and get a taxi back home. Not only were Jack’s working days getting longer, but his bank balance was g...

The American subsidiary, Boon Edam Inc., has recently appointed Patrick Nora as the new President and Managing Director of the Boon Edam factory organization (Boon Edam Manufacturing) in Lillington, North Carolina. Patrick will work in tandem with Valerie Anderson, the President and Managing Director of the commercial organization (Boon Edam Inc.), to fabricate and deliver premium security entrances and architectural revolving doors to customers in the Americas. As the executive officer of the...

Abnormal Security, the platform that protects large enterprises from the most sophisticated, targeted email attacks announced the appointment of Kevin Moore as Chief Revenue Officer. With over 20 years of success leading high-performing global sales teams in the security industry, Kevin is responsible for scaling Abnormal’s worldwide sales team, operations, and go-to-market engine. About Kevin Moore Kevin joins Abnormal Security from Vectra Networks, where he led all direct and channel...