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Cyber threats against the Office for Budget Responsibility have over doubled in the past 12 months, ahead of Rachel Reeves’ crunch Autumn Budget. On November 26th, Reeves is set to announce a wave of economic policies to fight against the high cost of borrowing in the UK, with hints of income tax and inheritance tax hikes on the horizon.  The Office for Budget Responsibility provides an independent analysis of the UK’s public finances, from which the Chancellor of the Exchequ...

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Locks and DB2S Smart Locks with Zigbee have achieved INTEREL certification, enabling seamless integration with the EOS 2 all-in-one thermostat hub for smart building deployments. This certification positions Alfred as a key partner for property management companies seeking cost-effective, scalable access control solutions across multi-family properties. Alfred's commercial-grade Zigbee smart locks Th...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has partnered with Queenstown Airport (ZQN) and Custom Technology Systems Ltd to elevate the domestic departure experience, providing greater convenience and security for passengers. Queenstown Airport, a key gateway to New Zealand’s South Island and the country’s fourth-busiest airport, has evolved continuously since opening in 1935. Now serving more than 2.6 million passengers each year, it connects major domestic destinations and east coast Australia, dri...

Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, is revealing a widening gap between confidence and capability in cybersecurity. Despite record investment, heightened board oversight, and nonstop training, measurable readiness has flatlined. While nearly every organization believes it can handle a major incident, the data tells a different story. According to Immersive’s analysis, average decision accuracy is just 22%, and the average containment time is 29 hours. Meanwhile, Resilience Scores...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced that it has received an order for ten ROSA™ units bundled with ten SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent) licenses for deployment inside a major sports venue in the United States. The new installations will support the arena’s security team with enhance...

Flir acoustic imaging cameras uncover hidden leaks and inefficiencies in cement plants, helping teams reduce downtime, cut energy costs, and boost performance. With intuitive operation, precise leak detection even in noisy or hard-to-reach areas and smart reporting, maintenance becomes faster, safer, and more cost-effective than ever. Concern in the quarrying and cement industry The global cement market was valued at $361 billion in 2024 and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% through 2025&...

A Russian telecom company that develops technology to allow phone and internet companies to conduct web surveillance and censorship was hacked, had its website defaced, and had data stolen from its servers, TechCrunch has learned. Founded in Russia, Protei makes telecommunications systems for phone and internet providers across dozens of countries, including Bahrain, Italy, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Pakistan and much of central Africa. The company, now headquartered in Jordan, sells video conferencin...

Detection Technology Plc has updated its strategy for 2026-2030. In line with the DT2030 strategy, the company aims to outgrow the global X-ray detector market by increasing added-value and focusing on the fastest-growing imaging applications. The company’s mid-term financial targets remain unchanged. The DT2030 strategy builds on the company’s core strengths, and its implementation reinforces the company’s position as a pioneer in X-ray detector solutions. The company seeks n...

Gallagher Security continues to deliver on its promise of future-ready innovation with the release of Command Center v9.40, introducing powerful new capabilities for the Controller 7000 product range. This release marks a significant leap forward for Gallagher’s award-winning site management platform, with enhanced scalability, performance, and proactive system management, reinforcing Gallagher’s commitment to supporting complex, high-density access control environments. Gallagher&...

DeterTech and Torchlight Technologies are pleased to announce a five-year strategic partnership for AmTag, the chemical tagging solution that disrupts the illicit arms trade and prevents the diversion of state-held ammunition.  The deal follows a successful pilot program to develop and deploy AmTag delivered by Torchlight Technologies, Conflict Armament Research (CAR), the UK Foreign Office (FCDO), and Somalia’s Office of National Security (ONS). This resulted in the Federal Governm...

EclecticIQ, a global pioneer in cyber threat intelligence technology, announced the appointment of Andrew Milne as Chief Marketing Officer and Steve Armstrong as Chief Revenue Officer. The leadership expansion comes as EclecticIQ enters its next phase of growth, building the go-to-market capabilities required for further global scale in the rapidly evolving threat intelligence market. As CMO, Milne will oversee marketing and sales development with three strategic imperatives: establishing Eclec...

iDenfy, a RegTech provider of identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced its latest software solution that connects to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) data source into its Know Your Customer (KYC) verification platform. Combined with other KYC tools, such as an additional license check option, companies will now have a new workflow option that instantly verifies any U.S. citizen's driver’s license faster. This will help ensure a higher...

The Milestone Developer Summit 2025, dedicated to innovators, developers, and technology partners in video technology, took place at the historic Carlsberg Museum in Copenhagen—a venue renowned for scientific breakthroughs, including the invention of the pH enzyme, a milestone in biochemical innovation. This legacy of discovery provided the perfect global stage for a new era of open platform development, responsible AI, and, not least, the Hackathon. Fast evolution Sebastian Döllne...

Flir’s acoustic imaging technology helps manufacturers find and fix leaks fast, turning invisible losses into measurable energy savings and improved safety across every stage of production. conventional manufacturing methods The global glass industry is worth over 120 billion dollars a year. The market is generally split into different segments such as flat glass, container glass and specialty products. The industry has changed significantly in the past few decades. In the early 1970s,...

Award-winning security manufacturer Gallagher Security brought together End Users, Consultants, and nine major Technology Partners for Integrate 2025, recently hosted at The Hub, Gallagher’s European headquarters in Warwick. The event served as a vibrant meeting point for security professionals across Europe, providing a unique opportunity for customers and consultants to connect directly with Gallagher’s Technology Partners and experience the future of integrated security first-han...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices Group (RAD-G), today announced the release of SARA™ ASSIST, a new extension to its multiple award-winning SARA (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent), the Company's agentic AI platform. Designed for Remote Video Monitoring, GSOC, and SOC environments, SARA ASSIST places agentic AI directly on...

Innodisk Group, a global pioneer in Edge AI solutions, announced its new Edge AI strategy and brand positioning, marking its evolution from data-centric innovation to AI-driven integration. Backed by two decades of industrial expertise, Innodisk now positions itself as the “Keystone” that bridges global AI ecosystems with real-world deployments. By integrating AI technologies and infrastructures from Intel, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and Axelera AI, Innodisk transforms advanced architectures...

Amthal is celebrating 25 years, highlighting the company’s growth in scale, capability and technical expertise to deliver fully integrated life safety and security technology solutions that meet strict compliance requirements. Founded in 2000 by Paul Rosenthal and John Allam, Amthal started as a local residential security company. Over the past quarter-century, it has expanded into a group providing comprehensive fire and security systems across commercial, education, healthcare, retail,...

In recent years, campus safety and student mental health have drawn growing attention. Government data in Taiwan show a rise in emotional and stress-related issues among students aged 15–24. Unauthorized attempts to enter campuses still occur, unsettling students and staff. Strengthening security management and proactive alerting has therefore become a priority for schools. To address risks such as expansive campuses, multiple entry points, blind spots, and potential intrusions, VIV...

Allied Universal, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, announced that it has been honored with the 2025 OnCon Icon “Top 50 Learning and Development Team” Award. The OnCon Icon awards are presented by OnConferences to recognize high performing teams and individuals in various fields of business. “Consistent growth, innovation and improvement are important to the success of our company. That’s why we have invested time in creating advanced...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, opens the Suprema Global Partner Program (SGPP) 2025 at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun, bringing together an influential network of 198 security partners from North and South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. This flagship event marks a pivotal moment in the industry, as Suprema unveils its innovation-driven strategy and next-generation product lineup, setting the pace for global security innovation. Guided by the them...

Expanding their sales operation to cover North America, barox Kommunikation GmbH, the Swiss manufacturer of video security networking L2/L3 switches, media converters, IP extenders, and network management software has appointed Reinhard Florin to the role of Vice President of North America Sales. In this new role, Reinhard will be leading the development and execution of barox’s go-to-market strategy as well as head a team of sales and technical support professionals. Through this appoint...

Omnisys introduces the BRO (Battle Resource Optimization) C-UAS system, a field-proven, real-time optimization platform built to help airport organizations mitigate the growing threat of unauthorized and hostile unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The system enables data-driven, proportionate responses to aerial threats, ensuring passenger safety while maintaining airport operations. In recent months, airports across Europe and the US have faced repeated shutdowns due to unauthorized drone...

Iris Innovations, a world pioneer in specialized marine camera technology, has announced the launch of Photon, a compact ultra-low-light 4K night vision camera designed to make safe nighttime navigation accessible to every boater. Whether cruising after dusk, fishing before sunrise or patrolling remote coastlines, Photon delivers exceptional clarity and full-color imagery in near-total darkness – all without the need for infrared or thermal imaging. New benchmark for performance Unlike...

Zimperium, the global pioneer in mobile security, released new research from its zLabs team revealing a sharp rise in mobile threats tied to the holiday shopping season. The Mobile Shopping Report: From Carts to Credentials highlights how cybercriminals are exploiting the seasonal surge in e-commerce and mobile app activity to target both consumers and enterprises. According to zLabs’ analysis, mishing (mobile phishing) remains the most widespread and effective mobile attack vector. Smis...

The Milestone Developer Summit 2025, dedicated to innovators, developers, and technology partners in video technology, took place at the historic Carlsberg Museum in Copenhagen—a venue renowned for scientific breakthroughs, including the invention of the pH enzyme, a milestone in biochemical innovation. This legacy of discovery provided the perfect global stage for a new era of open platform development, responsible AI, and, not least, the Hackathon. Essence of Milestone’s open pla...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, and Citrix, a business unit of Cloud Software Group, Inc., have announced an integration that automates the entire lifecycle of SSL/TLS certificates, from issuance to renewal. This collaboration pairs DigiCert’s capabilities with Citrix NetScaler’s Zero-Touch Certificate Management (ZTCM) and ACME protocol integration, empowering enterprises to maintain continuous security and compliance across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Th...

Digital workplace solutions and managed services pioneer Espria returns in December with another Optimise IT exhibition, pioneering the discussion on how IT solutions can best work together to provide the ultimate support for businesses and end-user experience.  Post-COVID, Espria hosted a series of Optimise IT webinar discussions, covering themes such as business peace of mind, business readiness and AI integrations for workplace teams. These discussions have featured key spokespeople fro...

VITEC is pleased to announce that its IPTV and digital signage system will power content at the Dubai Airshow 2025, 17-21 November, at Dubai World Central. VITEC’s solution will deliver real-time video streaming of live flight demonstrations, exhibitor presentations, television streams and event details, powering 4K content to displays across the show floor. The VITEC system comprises a centralized IPTV server, Head-end chassis with g45xx Series Satellite Gateways, ultra-low latency encod...

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, launched the $1 million 2026 Drako Smart Video Security Grant for Schools, dedicated to strengthening safety and security for students, staff, and community members in K-12 schools, colleges and universities. Awardees may use the grant to implement Eagle Eye’s new AI Camera Gun Detection. Eagle Eye AI Gun Detection  “We are on a mission at Eagle Eye to help schools change the way they use security cameras,” s...