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Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has further solidified its position as a company committed to excellence, ethics, and sustainability, having obtained ISO 37301 certification. The internationally recognized ISO 37301 certification provides the standard for compliance management systems (CMS). Meeting the global standard’s stringent requirements ensures organizations develop, implement, and improve an effective and responsive compliance management system. Hanwha Vision&...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, announced an expanded strategic partnership with CrowdStrike to strengthen threat detection and response. This partnership combines Cohesity’s robust data protection capabilities with CrowdStrike's world-class threat intelligence feeds, setting a new standard for comprehensive cybersecurity in backup and recovery solutions. Other advanced technologies The partnership is leveling the playing field against sophisticated cyber thre...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology announced the launch of a next-generation connected area monitor that advances gas detection and early hazard identification for companies and first responders, providing organizations and communities with unprecedented protection. EXO 8 portable area monitor The new EXO 8 portable area monitor to be unveiled September 16 at the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in Orlando, Florida is the only direct...

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and security screening technologies, and a business of Smiths Group plc, announces the launch of the SDX 6040 Enhanced Image Quality (EIQ), a cutting-edge screening solution designed to meet the dynamic demands of modern security environments. SDX 6040 The SDX 6040 offers the best image quality on the market, ensuring unparalleled clarity when detecting threats. Unlike fixed screening equipment, the SDX 6040 is highly mobile, allowing it t...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces the expansion of its signature line of Signo™ Readers to include models that meet varying customer needs–from harsh conditions to stylistic preferences. Latest Signo models Signo Readers available in white – provide a very clean, minimalist, and modern look, offering architects, designers, and anyone looking to blend their access control readers into new environments with a bright and neutral esthetic. Signo...

HackerOne, the pioneer in human-powered security, announced Essential VDP — a free, entry-level tier of HackerOne Response, its Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) product. Any organization can now establish a VDP with HackerOne to help address compliance requirements and maintain a direct channel for the global researcher community to report high-impact vulnerabilities. Regulatory requirements “Adopting a vulnerability disclosure program ensures that an organization is pr...

Take a walk to the local high street. Compared to a few years ago, they may notice many more “To Let” signs in empty shop windows.  It comes as no surprise given the number of shocks to the economic system over the last five years, ranging from COVID-19 to international conflicts, all of which have led to various consequences, such as energy price hikes, interest rate increases, and a general shift in many people's work patterns and consumer behavior. Vacant retail space The...

SDAIA is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with NVIDIA that will propel Saudi Arabia to the forefront of AI innovation. At the heart of this collaboration is the integration of the latest NVIDIA technological advancements to enable developers to easily build and deploy AI applications with the ALLaM Arabic LLM model, ensuring unparalleled performance and scalability for region-specific workloads. NVIDIA NeMo Leveraging NVIDIA NeMo, part of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software p...

Over 500 exhibitors present their innovations at Messe Essen from September 17 to 20. The topic of security is more topical than ever. Whether cybercrime, burglary protection, or access control-the demand in industry, companies, and private households for individual and tailor-made security solutions is constantly increasing. As the pioneering trade fair, Security Essen brings the security industry together and showcases the industry's innovations and further developments with around 500 exhibi...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces the expansion of its signature line of Signo™ Readers to include models that meet varying customer needs – from harsh conditions and stylistic preferences to streamlined, economical requirements. The latest Signo models Signo Readers available in white – provide a very clean, minimalist, and modern look, offering architects, designers, and anyone looking to blend their access control readers into new environm...

Daphne Technology, a pioneer in climate deep tech, announces the approval of its pioneering carbon credit methodology by Gold Standard. This milestone directly targets reducing methane emissions from internal combustion engines using any methane-rich fuel. Methane Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas (GHG) with a global warming potential (GWP) 28 times that of carbon dioxide (CO2) over 100 years. It is responsible for at least a quarter of the current global warming. Unlike CO2, fossil-origi...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced that Security Center 5.12, the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, has officially been approved by the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) of Dubai. Established in 2016, SIRA is a government body regulating the security industry in the Emirate of Dubai.  Cutting-edge security solutions It oversees the private security sector and pr...

Rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are revolutionizing traditional on-premises video security systems. These next-level tools are not just enhancing video data capabilities; they're transforming how businesses approach security, operational efficiency, and information analysis. Video analytics have been a part of security systems for many years, but the arrival of deep learning in 2009 marked a turning point. By training neural networks, basi...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced that it has collaborated with Clearstream, the post-trade services part of Deutsche Börse, an international exchange organization and pioneering provider of market infrastructure. The collaboration supported the successful Generation 2 launch of Clearstream's D7 platform, an innovative digital post-trade platform that allows market participants to issue securities digitally. Release of D7 Generati...

In July, Espria, a provider of digital workspace solutions, hosted their Optimize 2024 Q3 webinar, which focussed on supporting operational teams and services with AI-driven tools and featured discussions with some of their key solutions partners from, Gamma, Sophos, Xerox, and TP-Link.  AI in the workplace These industry pioneers came together in an open forum to discuss AI in the workplace, identifying key benefits and challenges that have arisen and will continue to occur as more...

OPTEX, the pioneering global sensor manufacturer, will be showcasing its broad range of its advanced intrusion detection solutions at Security Essen 2024, the pioneering trade fair for the security industry. For high-security perimeter applications, included within the OPTEX portfolio of fiber optic-based detectors are the EchoPoint™ and Fiber Defender series. The OPTEX fiber optic range uses intelligent analytics to determine whether an attempted intrusion is taking place and can be inst...

FLIR recently announced a limited-time 15% discount on select products, providing technicians with an exclusive opportunity to access high-precision products that measure with accuracy, streamline surveys, and ensure worker safety at a reduced price. This special promotion reflects the company’s commitment to delivering value and supporting clients with cost-effective options tailored to their needs. Extech Extech expands its problem-solving capabilities with its 250W range giving quick...

ISC East, with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, announced 2024’s slate of speakers that will headline the Keynote Series at The Bridge, ISC East’s mainstage destination. ISC East Keynote Series Day 1 Keynote: Proactive Security Strategies at Navy Pier, Chicago: A Unified Approach to Emergency Preparedness and Response – Brian Murphy, chief operating officer at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois, will disc...

Smarter Security® is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation in optical turnstile technology—the Fastlane® Glassgate 150 Plus. This advanced model of speedgate builds on the success of the Glassgate 150, while introducing modern technological features, refined esthetics, and expanded lane options to meet the constantly evolving demands for modern security entry control projects. Key features and enhancements Sleek, Modern Design: Concealed optical sensors an...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Operations Center, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Center SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is specifically designed for security operations professionals and will revolutionize the way physical security teams collaborate,...

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), announced the classification of the International Center for Research and Ethics in Artificial Intelligence (ICAIRE) as a Category 2 (C2) center under UNESCO's auspices. The announcement was made during the third edition of the Global AI Summit, held at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh. Mission of harnessi...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for hybrid cloud organizations, released new critical insights from its 2024 Cyber Recovery Readiness Report. This global survey of 1,000 security and IT professionals across 11 countries, reveals interesting behavior changes for organizations that have been breached versus those that have not. Cyber resilience and recovery The Commvault survey, done in collaboration with GigaOm, shows that organizations t...

Axis Communications announced that the company has achieved the System and Organization Controls (SOC 2®) Type 1 attestation for its cloud-based solutions, Axis Cloud Connect and AXIS Device Manager Extend. The audit, conducted by an independent third-party auditor, confirms that Axis has implemented robust cloud security controls and practices that meet the stringent criteria set forth by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), which include data security, availabil...

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) announces the Mx11 family of helium-sealed Enterprise Capacity HDDs. The Mx11 family includes the MG11 Series, which provides capacities of up to 24TB using conventional magnetic recording (CMR), and the MA11 Series, which offers up to 28TB capacities with shingled magnetic recording (SMR). Mx11 family The new Mx11 family is designed to deliver new levels of density and power efficiency to customers tasked with controlling (or managing) operational co...

ThinCats, the alternative finance provider to mid-sized SMEs has supported Ranger Fire and Security with their latest acquisition of fire door business, Fire Door Specialists Ltd (FDS). First acquisition Ranger, which launched in February 2024, has already acquired four other businesses following Transitional Capital from ThinCats and private equity backing from Hyperion Capital – all in the active fire space – AFIL Ltd, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd and IPH Fire Solu...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security solutions for video protection and public safety, announced the establishment of a comprehensive AI governance framework. This initiative aims to ensure the responsible research, development, and utilization of AI technologies. Building on the Ethical Principles for AI published by i-PRO in December 2023, the company has taken further steps by launching the i-PRO AI Ethics Committee in June 2024. AI ethics...

In response to the increased demand for oxygen supplies following the 2020 pandemic and subsequent rise in respiratory-related conditions, Jacksons Fencing completed a key project in 2024 to safeguard vital oxygen storage facilities at a pioneering UK hospital. Addressing the demand The pandemic highlighted the critical role of oxygen in treating patients, causing a surge in its use across hospitals. Some facilities even declared major incidents due to oxygen shortages, prompting a signif...

Specialised Fire & Security is using BigChange job management software to improve customer service with engineers live-linked to back-office systems using a mobile app. Using the system, Specialised has already automated around 80 percent of its routine job management workflows allowing back-office staff and field engineers to focus on the customer experience.  Tailored solutions Based in Northern Ireland, the independent fire and security provider has established a reputation for de...

PACOM, a pioneering provider of access control and integrated security management solutions, has launched VIGIL CORE, its next-generation cutting-edge cloud-based platform offering greater efficiency, a long-term solution, and value beyond traditional security. The solution is a centrally controlled security and business management platform that is intelligent, user-friendly, and highly cost-effective, and will prove to be a great fit for customers with single sites, hundreds of sites, or large...

Proofpoint, Inc., a pioneering cybersecurity and compliance company, and CyberArk, the identity security company, announced an extended strategic collaboration, working together to help organizations around the world secure identities everywhere. Supporting this joint aim, the expanded partnership includes the launch of new integrations and solutions to address critical cyber challenges. Securing Identities Digital transformation and the cloud have altered infrastructures, while mob...