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Access control tells users what happened at the door. Video tells what it looked like. When those two systems live apart, operators lose time switching screens, correlating timestamps, and piecing incidents together by hand. The Access It! integration with Milestone XProtect closes that gap. It connects access control and video in both directions, so events, live and recorded footage, and device commands all come together in one place. Operators can monitor activity, verify an event with video...

Cequence Security, the pioneer in application, API, and agentic AI protection, announces general availability of Cequence Platform 9.0, an AI-native release that fundamentally changes how users interact with API security tools. Platform 9.0 ships with a built-in AI Assistant, an open Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes every platform capability to an organization’s agents or automation workflows, a compliance-ready risk rules library mapped to 25 global regulatory frameworks,...

Xtract One Technologies announces its Xtract One SmartGateway has been selected by Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) for facility entrance deployment following a successful pilot and evaluation period. The selection reflects PRHC’s leadership and commitment to exploring innovative approaches to healthcare safety and adds to Xtract One’s growing presence in healthcare environments. This selection in Ontario follows previous Canadian deployments across Prince Edward Island, Ma...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced a strategic partnership with nFACT, a platform that connects buyers and service providers through a trusted, curated marketplace for the commercial building trades. This partnership will enhance SIA membership value by prominently featuring SIA member companies and SIA-certified professionals on the nFACT platform, with verified member badges, certification indicators and algorithmic preference in buyer search results. Verified member badge...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces that Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) has modernised its physical security operations using Genetec™ Security Center. The airport selected Genetec as part of its terminal modernization project to support future expansion, evolving Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements, and potential new carriers and flight routes. Located outside Rock Springs in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, the...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announces that its proactive AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software has been deployed by Colby Public Schools in Kansas to help protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats. Located in a rural community in northwestern Kansas, Colby Public Schools serves approximately 950 students across three campuses, including an elementary school, middle school, and high s...

Gunnebo Safe Storage has supplied the technology behind the Nordic region’s first fully automated safe deposit box service, launched by precious metals specialist Jalonom Oy in Espoo, Finland. Located at the Prisma shopping center in Lahti, the service enables customers to securely access their personal safe deposit boxes independently, without the need for appointments or on-site staff assistance. By combining convenience with high-level security, the solution addresses a growing gap in...

Scality, a pioneer in data infrastructure software for the AI era, and OVHcloud, a global cloud provider and European cloud pioneer, announces an expanded technology partnership and a new joint storage platform built for European digital sovereignty. The solution gives organizations full control over sensitive data, with no dependency on U.S. hyperscalers, while delivering the performance and resilience required for the most demanding AI workloads. Deployment options include a 100% dedicated so...

Security Essen is once again providing strong momentum for the security industry – not only through innovative products and technologies, but also with a high-calibre supporting program. From 22 to 25 September, the trade fair for civil security will place current challenges and future-oriented topics centre stage through conferences, expert forums and themed days. Whether talent development, cybersecurity, drone technology or the protection of critical infrastructure, the program at...

Comelit-PAC has partnered with Optic Fire & Security Solutions to deliver an upgrade to the fire alarm system at Rampworx Skatepark, the UK’s largest indoor extreme sports center. Established in 1997, Rampworx is one of the UK’s longest-running skateparks and a major community facility in Merseyside. As a registered charity, it supports more than 1,000 young people every week and reinvests all income back into maintaining and developing its skatepark, programmes and retail opera...

Johnson Controls, a global pioneer in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization, introduces Metasys 16.0, the latest version of its flagship building automation system with new capabilities designed to help customers reduce downtime risk, strengthen cybersecurity and bring systems online faster across complex environments at a time when building performance is becoming essential to business outcomes. “The environments our customers operat...

Hirsch UK is proud to announce the successful integration of its advanced perimeter security technologies with Genetec™ Security Center, giving Genetec customers a powerful new way to address complex perimeter protection challenges through a unified security platform. For organizations already using Genetec™ Security Center, the integration provides a practical route to enhancing existing security infrastructure with Hirsch UK’s proven high-security perimeter solutions. By bri...

Gallagher Security announces the global launch of their Visitor Management Solution powered by Kenai, a cloud-native platform that gives organizations a seamless, modern way to manage visitors, staff, and workplace operations. The launch marks a significant milestone following Gallagher's strategic investment in Kenai and its appointment as the platform's exclusive global distributor announced earlier this year. Natively integrated with Gallagher's award-winning site management platform Command...

ASSA ABLOY, the global pioneer in access solutions, has acquired Santos, a Portuguese manufacturer of mechanical locking solutions. Founded in 1948, Santos has over 140 employees. With the main office and factory located in Águeda, Portugal, sales for 2025 amounted to approximately 9.3 million euros with a good EBIT margin. The acquisition will be accretive to EPS from the start.  Mechanical core business "This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in ma...

iDenfy, a global RegTech company for identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced a new addition to its digital ID suite, .beID. The new eID workflow integration brings Belgium’s national smart card identity system into iDenfy’s existing non-document verification onboarding solutions, allowing businesses to integrate more native, already familiar onboarding flows in various markets. Currently, using iDenfy, businesses will be able to verify Belgian users through t...

Across the enterprise, the “office” is no longer a fixed location—it’s wherever an employee happens to be. For chief information security officers (CISOs) and chief technology officers (CTOs), this creates a growing challenge: how to secure mobile access without compromising user experience or adding complexity for IT teams. Samsung and Cisco are addressing this challenge with the next advancement in Zero Trust Access for Samsung Galaxy mobile devices. By bringing more i...

Incode Technologies, a foremost leader in AI-powered identity verification and fraud prevention, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Identiq, a company specializing in privacy-enhancing cryptographic solutions for peer-to-peer anti-fraud collaboration. Incode announced this acquisition as part of a $100 million commitment to advancing its original privacy-preserving identity infrastructure. The funds will be used to enhance on-device processing capabilities, continue R&D in...

Euralarm is pleased to announce the launch of the first European Fire Detection Forum, a conference dedicated to the future of fire detection and electronic fire safety in Europe. The event will take place on 2 December 2026 in Cologne, Germany, as part of the renowned VdS-FireSafety Cologne (VdS-BrandSchutzTage). About the European Fire Detection Forum The European Fire Detection Forum is being organized by Euralarm during the VdS-FireSafety Cologne. The integration of the Euralarm event in...

Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces a strategic partnership with Microsoft that underscores the importance of AI and cyber resilience as enterprises accelerate their move to the cloud, rapidly scale AI utilization, and face increasingly complex data security threats. Through this partnership, Microsoft will offer Commvault’s extensive AI and cyber resilience technologies as a native ISV service on Microsoft Azure. This will give Azure customers the ab...

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity-centric security, today introduced a new approach to preventing account takeover in the age of AI. As attackers increasingly target high-risk moments like account recovery, device changes, and large transactions, organizations need to modernise authentication from verifying access to verifying the real human behind the transaction.  The Entrust Biometric Authentication solution brings identity-centric assurance to these critical interactions, helping...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, today published findings from the healthcare vertical edition of its eighth annual Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey. The report, which examines infrastructure readiness, AI adoption, and containerisation trends across healthcare organizations globally, reveals a sector under mounting pressure. AI deployment is being driven from the top, shadow AI is proliferating across clinical and administrative functions, and the infrastructure required to...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) named Chris Mahoney, MBA, MS, as its new Director of Certification. In this newly created leadership role, Mahoney will lead the growth and evolution of TMA's certification portfolio, including the Five Diamond, FirstNet, and IQ programs, while developing new credentialing opportunities to support workforce development and professional advancement throughout the professional monitoring and response industry. Supported accreditation initiatives Mahoney brings m...

In logistics hubs, production facilities and distribution centers, the access control system is invisible—until it isn't. For decades, the 125 kHz card has been the workhorse of industrial credentialing: inexpensive, reliable and universally understood. It does exactly what it has always done. That consistency has served many organizations well, even as security needs and credential From authentication to smart buildings, gain expert insights about unified access. The same card technology...

Security LeadHER, the premier event dedicated to advancing women in the global security industry, welcomed 500 security leaders to the Hilton Minneapolis on June 15–16, 2026, for two days of connection, learning and community impact. Presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), this year’s gathering marked a roughly 10% increase in registrations over 2025—a clear signal of the event’s growing momentum and the expanding community it serves....

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released its May–June 2026 Security Market Index (SMI), a bimonthly market research report measuring security industry executives’ current status and future expectations through a select survey of SIA members. In the latest report, 80% of respondents reported describing business conditions at their companies as either “excellent” (19%) or “good” (61%)—an 8-point increase over the percentage of positive sentimen...

Salto announces the launch of the outdoor-ready version of the Salto Ælement Fusion smart locking solution. This new offering expands our electronic access portfolio to include exterior doors and challenging weather conditions. Designed for premium residential properties and the hospitality sector, this next-generation access control solution completely removes traditional lock hardware from the door face. By integrating all electronic components, battery packs, and internal boards within...

Allied Universal®, one of the world’s pioneer security and facility services provider, has been named one of America’s Most Patriotic Companies according to Newsweek. In its recently released workplace study, the news outlet recognizes companies for their dedication to ethical practices and alignment with fundamental American values. The recognition reflects Allied Universal’s long-standing support for military members, veterans, first responders and the communities it ser...

dormakaba has been recognized as one of TIME magazine’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026, ranking 662nd among 5,800 assessed companies worldwide. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, only 750 companies were selected for inclusion in the annual ranking. The recognition highlights organizations that are leading the way in sustainability and setting benchmarks for responsible business practices, transparency, and accountability. Reducing environmental impact “We are proud to...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announces that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software has been deployed by Kansas’ Meade USD 226 to help protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats. Located in Meade County, the district serves approximately 350 students with 40 staff members across two schools, a combined elementary campus serving pre-K through 8th grade and a high school. The add...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched HiSec Nova, a new security portal introducing three newly developed technologies covering occupancy detection, drive control and system intelligence. Developed for environments where organizations require effective control of authorized entrance without the need for ballistic or attack-rated protection, HiSec Nova combines advanced detection capabilities with a compact footprint together with simplified installation and servicing. Advanced security portal...