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dormakaba has signed a binding agreement to acquire Avant-Garde Systems Inc. (“Avant-Garde”), one of the largest independent solution providers for entrance systems control products in the US. This acquisition represents a core-in-the-core acquisition, strengthening dormakaba’s North American go-to-market in access automation solutions. Founded in 2015 and based in Clarksville, Indiana, USA, Avant-Garde is a solution provider in the entrance systems control business, providing...

Skills for Security has partnered with C-TEC to strengthen the training opportunities for apprentice fire and security technicians through greater access to current technologies and direct engagement with industry expertise. C-TEC’s involvement will include providing equipment for training, technical resources and the expertise of its engineering and product development teams. Apprentices will benefit from demonstrations and discussions that show how design choices affect performance, usa...

Opengear, a Digi International company and a pioneering provider of secure and Smart Out of Band™ management solutions, announced now that it has achieved SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001 compliance. This milestone strengthens the security foundation of the independent management plane, which enterprises and service providers rely on to maintain network access during outages and other critical events. Streamline compliance and procurement processes As cyberattacks increase and infrastructure...

At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, demonstrations of Flir’s next-generation iXX-Series app-enabled thermal cameras will outline how users can transform electrical and mechanical inspections across manufacturing, industrial, commercial, datacenter, and utility environments. In combination with Flir Assetlink browser-based software, iXX users can leverage asset-centric structured data to expedite workflows and decision-making. Get ready to think about thermal inspection in a whole new way....

Allied Universal has sold a majority stake in AMAG Technology to Shore Rock Partners, a critical infrastructure-focused growth investor. AMAG is a global pioneer in integrated high-security access control, identity, guest, and video management solutions. The new ownership group led by Shore Rock Partners with strategic backing from Belltower Partners will continue to support enhancements to AMAG’s product portfolio, evolve service models, and expand the company’s capabilities to pro...

Squire Locks USA has appointed Channel Championz, founded by security industry veteran Jerry Burhans, to lead its expansion into the North American critical infrastructure market. Burhans, a seasoned industry executive with leadership roles at ISONAS, SimonsVoss, and ASSA ABLOY, brings over 30 years of experience in the U.S. security hardware and access control market. He will lead Squire’s North American expansion, with a focus on transportation, utilities, telecommunications, and other...

Netwatch, a provider of AI-powered security services, announced now that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by GI Partners. Netwatch is a pioneering global provider of intelligent security solutions, serving a broad range of verticals, including organizations in the automotive, retail, banking, manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure sectors. Netwatch’s services are mission-critical, providing peace of mind to businesses and individuals by delivering a technology-...

Alibaba now unveiled the latest evolution of its visual generation models, the Wan2.6 series. It enables creators to appear in AI-generated videos as themselves and in their own voices with flexible multi-shot storytelling – new features designed to unlock creative possibilities for professional-grade content production with enhanced multi-person dialog and extended duration for richer narratives. new reference-to-video generation model The Wan2.6 series features a new reference-to...

In recent years, the development and adoption of AI technology has accelerated at an unprecedented pace, impacting various industries. Of course, the spark of innovation provided by AI is already a feature of the video surveillance sector. However, Hanwha Vision predicts that 2026 will be a pivotal turning point for AI. They foresee AI moving beyond simple adoption to becoming the essential foundation of the entire industry - the emergence of so-called ‘Autonomous AI Agents’ will re...

Matrix Comsec, a pioneer in Security and Telecommunication solutions, was honored with the CII Industrial Innovation Award 2025, recognizing Matrix as one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in India. The award was presented at the CII Industrial Innovation Awards ceremony held in New Delhi on 16th December 2025. Instituted by CII in 2014, the CII Industrial Innovation Awards celebrate visionary enterprises across various industry segments. These prestigious awards aim to recognize and hono...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneer in professional security and public safety solutions, now shared its predictions for the security industry in 2026. The year ahead will continue to be defined by rapid advances in AI performance at the edge, growing demand for continuous education across the channel, and a persistent focus on cybersecurity as the basis for every security workflow. While AI, cloud, and cybersecurity remain central themes, 2025 marked the point where these...

ANSecurity, a pioneering specialist in network security and wireless solutions, has successfully delivered one of the UK education sector’s first campus-wide Wi-Fi 7 deployments at Sir William Perkins’s School, providing the Surrey-based independent school with a secure, high-capacity wireless infrastructure designed to support its growing digital learning ambitions. Serving around 580 students and 142 staff, Sir William Perkins’s School has fully embedded 1:1 iPad usage into...

The American Conference Institute (ACI) is proud to announce the 20th Annual Flagship Conference on Economic Sanctions Enforcement & Compliance, taking place April 29–30, 2026, at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Marking two decades of continuous leadership, this milestone event reflects ACI’s long-standing role as the premier forum for sanctions, export controls, and compliance professionals navigating an increasingly complex global risk environment  Effective c...

AMAG Technology™ is excited to announce that it has achieved the most rigorous National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) accreditation for its Symmetry Enterprise Access Control software, including the M2150 OSDP panels and cabinets.   With more than 50 years of developing security solutions in the UK, AMAG’s achievement of full NPSA accreditation is a natural progression. Moving beyond AACS assurance to the complete NP...

American Conference Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Forum on Global Encryption, AI, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls, returning with its most advanced and globally focused program yet. This year’s conference will bring together top government officials and senior industry leaders from across the technology, aerospace & defense, semiconductor, cloud, and life sciences sectors for critical updates, compliance strategies, and cross-border insights on the rapidly...

As the world transitions to renewable energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs) are helping meet the growing demand for reliable, yet decentralized power on a grid scale. These systems gather surplus energy from solar and wind sources, storing it in batteries for later discharge. This process helps stabilize the grid by ensuring a steady power supply and mitigating the variability associated with renewables. Excess daytime electricity from solar farms, for instance, can be stored at a BESS...

Having an emergency response plan is essential for businesses of all sizes, across every industry. But in energy facilities, particularly those dealing with hazardous or explosive materials, it becomes a crucial, and often strictly regulated life safety requirement. In an emergency, not only is it critical to identify where all employees are located, but also that any visitors, contractors, or vendor partners are all accounted for and safely evacuated. When an alarm sounds, duty of care require...

The use of Photovoltaic power systems (PV), also known as solar panels, has grown over the last decade in commercial settings as many corporations have made commitments to reach zero-carbon emissions in the next few decades to help combat climate change. Solar energy has proven to be a reliable way for corporations to power their facilities without interruption to their day-to-day operations but may come with possible risk. Increased usage of PV power systems has raised awareness of the fire ri...

Acoem, a pioneer in advanced physical security solutions, announced that a large North American utility is utilizing its ATD Gunshot Detection system to protect critical infrastructure at multiple sites across the country. Over the past few years, utilities across the United States have faced a troubling trend: gunfire directed at electrical substations and other energy assets. Whether the intent is vandalism, sabotage, or reckless target practice, the results are the same. A single rifle round...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced now that Ki Charter has expanded its contract following initial success. ZeroEyes’ proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution will now be deployed across the school’s San Marcos campus. Largest residential treatment center Ki Charter is the premier educational provider for students who...

As 2025 draws to a close, the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is reflecting on a hugely productive year. Indeed, it has been defined by achievement and collaboration, and by a tireless commitment to the people and industries it serves.  From achieving ISO 9001 certification, to publishing the long-awaited Competence Framework and launching a pioneering new qualification, the Federation has continued to strengthen its foundations while looking confidently to the future. Excitement and...

It took just seven minutes to steal more than $100 million in jewels from the Louvre, in an operation so swift and precise it exposed a deeper flaw in how even the most secure institutions protect what matters most. It's reignited global scrutiny of both physical and digital security, revealing how gaps in coordination can turn sophisticated systems into operational failures.  Video intelligence and integrated monitoring Across museums, government facilities, and corporate campuses, vid...

With Idesco Oy acquiring Exilight, effective January 1, 2026, they will start providing safety and emergency lighting products as part of the offering. Exilight products will remain under Exilight brand within Idesco product range. Exilight was established in 2003 and it is one the most recognized safety and emergency lighting brands in Finland. The Exilight safety and emergency lighting product portfolio is one the broadest on the market, also internationally. The products are designed and man...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, now announced the release of its HikCentral Lite (HCL) V1.1.2 all-in-one units. Designed for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the integrators who support them, the new units combine streamlined deployment, expanded free channels, and a unified software foundation for reliable, everyday security. Newly upgraded platform "O...

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) and Honeywell announced a multi-year strategic partnership that designates Honeywell as the Official Building Automation Partner for the Charlotte Hornets. Through the partnership, Honeywell will deploy its innovative, AI-driven solutions to help enhance the safety and efficiency of HSE’s two core facilities – Spectrum Center and the Novant Health Performance Center – for guests, players and employees. At Spectrum Center, home of t...

Dubai World Trade Center — Sheikh Saeed Hall 2, Stand C43, January 12–14, 2026. Organizations of every size and type have discovered how connected digital access helps them implement smarter, more efficient operations. As a global pioneer in access solutions, ASSA ABLOY is at the forefront of these digitalization innovations. By digitalizing access, organizations streamline workloads, reduce costs, collaborate better, connect spaces with people more flexibly, and maximize productivi...

Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi is delighted to welcome Damian Garner to the team. Damian joins as New Business Sales Associate and brings over 20 years of sales and commercial leadership experience across B2B and B2C markets, strengthening TDSi’s commitment to customer partnerships, innovation, and sustainable growth. Long-term success Reflecting on Damian’s appointment, Alex Rumsey, Sales Director at TDSi, commented, “Having built his car...

Kitakobushi Resort operates multiple distinctive properties in Shiretoko, Hokkaido – a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site since 2005. Their portfolio includes a large resort hotel overlooking the Sea of Okhotsk, a forest retreat, private cottages, and a historic hotel with over 60 years of operation – all showcasing the region’s stunning landscapes and local charm. As Shiretoko grew in popularity, maintaining a consistently safe and comfortable environment across multiple disp...

To date, there is no standardized or unified verbal communication protocol specifically tailored for effectively and precisely prioritizing intrusion alarm calls to Emergency Communication Centers (ECCs). Without a standardized system of prioritization, a significant burden can be placed on staffing and budget resources for centers, and a lack of situational information provided during an event risk comprising the safety of first responders and community resources. Implementing a universal solu...

For a global oil and gas organization, achieving and maintaining PCI compliance across its USA and EMEA operations was becoming increasingly complex. Their existing PCI auditing system lacked the visibility, scalability, and automation required to meet evolving compliance demands. To modernise, they set out to replace their legacy QRadar platform with Splunk, aiming to gain complete, end-to-end visibility into PCI-DSS compliance data. But the business lacked the in-house expertise to build, man...