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At ISC West 2025, Hanwha Vision (Booth 14025) is defining its vision for the future of surveillance, highlighting the potential for security devices to move beyond monitoring and protection and become true business transformation tools. Hanwha is featuring its Wisenet 9 System on Chip (SoC), unique camera design collaborations delivering unprecedented AI functionality and business intelligence software generating enhanced data-driven insights. Managing surveillance resources In Hanwha’...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR solutions, announced integration of its Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR platform with Axis Communications’ VAPIX® network video API. This integration enables seamless connectivity between Quanergy’s advanced 3D LiDAR-powered security platform and Axis’ industry-pioneer network cameras, delivering unparalleled real-time detection, tracking, and situational awareness for critical security environments. Issuing automated notification...

Quorum Cyber, a proactive, threat-led cybersecurity company, has been awarded the Identity and Access Management Specialization from Microsoft.  As a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Security, the company now holds all four available Microsoft Security specializations: Threat Protection, Cloud Security, Information Protection and Governance, and Identity and Access Management.  Exclusive security specialization Quorum Cyber in an exclusive group of Microsoft partners who hold all fou...

EnviriCard Retail and Trade Cards Empower Businesses to Champion Global Forests Ahead of International Day of Forests 2025, themed this year for Forests and their impact on Food Security. Carbon Quota Data Reveals Enviricard Products Slash Carbon Footprint to 57% of that for PVC Plastic Cards, Driving Sustainable Choices for Forest Conservation Sustainability in your wallet Enviricard empowers businesses and consumers to protect global forests through climate-friendly choices  Enviricar...

Leveraging the NVIDIA platform, Milestone Systems’ Project Hafnia is aiming to be a pioneer service for data generators, to share and utilize their data, and for developers, to access traceable and regulatory-compliant annotated video data. Milestone’s goal is to put the latest advances in Vision Language Models (VLM) and supporting data curation capabilities in the hands of as many developers as possible. One of the first service offerings is a VLM, fine-tuned using NVIDIA fine-tun...

TXOne Networks, a pioneer in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, announced Version 3.2 of its Stellar solution, further enhancing its capabilities from endpoint protection to more comprehensive detection and response in operational technology (OT) environments. Stellar simplifies the journey into threat hunting and detection while overcoming the limitations of traditional information technology (IT) endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, which can disrupt OT operations and product...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announces that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Berrien Springs Public Schools (BSPS) in Michigan to mitigate gun-related violence. The company and district are also partnering to present ‘Lunch & Learn: Protecting Schools from Active Shooter Events,’ an i...

India is among the world’s fastest-growing data center markets. Hands-on specification support provided by specialists in access and security management technologies can help data center architects, construction companies, project managers and other stakeholders work smarter in this complex field – and stay ahead of their competitors. When Edifice was designing a new data center in Hyderabad, for example, security was clearly a top priority. By working with access experts at ASSA AB...

Cybersecurity pioneer Rubrik announced Nicole Perlroth, bestselling cybersecurity author and former New York Times lead cybersecurity reporter, has been appointed as Chief Cyber Raconteur. In her advisory role, Perlroth will help strengthen Rubrik’s leadership in the cyber resilience market and drive the company’s reporting on cyber threats. Rubrik Zero Labs reports Perlroth aims to transform broad cybersecurity and cyber resilience topics into easily accessible Perlrot...

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is proud to announce the launch of ecoLOGIC, an innovative AI-driven solution designed to optimize energy savings and enhance the indoor environment through intelligent door management.  This cutting-edge solution integrates advanced AI algorithms with real-time weather and customer flow data to dynamically adjust door settings, significantly reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint. Smarter sustainable buildings By balancing door operations, ecoLOGIC...

Proact IT Group AB ("Proact") acquires UK-based BlakYaks, a pioneering consulting company with expertise in cloud transformation and fully automated Microsoft Azure solutions.  The acquisition strengthens Proact's position as a specialist in hybrid cloud services and expands the company's expertise in Microsoft Azure and cloud native technologies to create even greater customer value. Leveraging BlakYaks’ expertise The acquisition of BlakYaks aims to broaden the company's expertise...

RISCO, a pioneer in advanced security solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Dave Tate as its new UK & Ireland Commercial Director, effective immediately. This key leadership appointment marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, driven by growth and innovation, as the company strengthens its position in the security industry. Dave’s appointment Dave’s appointment stresses RISCO’s unwavering belief to advancing innovative security Drawing on his extensi...

Relyon, a pioneering provider of an innovative approach to personal safety solutions, announced its strategic expansion into North and South America. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Relyon’s mission to provide cutting-edge safety and security technology to individuals, families, and organizations across the Americas. Relyon’s comprehensive safety Relyon’s comprehensive safety app utilizes advanced technology, including real-time location sharing, video emerge...

ZE Government Solutions (ZEGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of A.I.-based gun detection pioneer ZeroEyes, announced it has partnered with HavocAI Inc., a pioneering innovator in autonomous uncrewed surface vessel technology, to deliver customized computer vision capabilities that will be integrated with HavocAI’s maritime autonomy platforms. HavocAI’s technology enables a single operator to command and control thousands of autonomous assets. The company's platform is designed to provi...

Hosted America, a pioneering fiber network operator, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with KelTech IoE to implement the innovative LOC platform, making Hosted America the first fiber provider in the United States to utilize this advanced smart network technology. The LOC platform, with its AI-driven capabilities, will enable Hosted America to optimize network performance, streamline operations and future-proof infrastructure for long-term scalability. KelTech IoE's LOC platform Host...

Building Intelligence, a provider of solutions that securely streamline vendor, vehicle, and visitor access, announces a pioneer transition to support its next phase of growth.  The new pioneer structure will help the company scale operations and refine its organizational strategy to pursue new growth opportunities. Focusing on expansion Championing innovation and partnership with strategic growth and market-defining innovationFounder Jeffrey Friedman will assume the role of Chief Evange...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its first acquisition of 2025, with McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems (MGV) becoming the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. Run by industry specialists and service business experts, Ranger brings together high-quality fire and security (F&S) businesses in partnership to share industry expertise, resources and boost cross-selling opportunities. Fire protection services North-West-based F&S business MGV has a h...

The City of Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and the second most populous city in the country. It is the seat of the Scottish Government and the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. As well as serving a vital role in government, the city is economically significant for the region, attracting global tourism as well as being home to a world-renowned university. Protecting citizens and visitors as they move through the city and keeping Edinburgh’s roads running smoothly...

Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division announced the expansion and rebranding of its portfolio of physical security solutions to HxGN dC3. The new name, which stands for Detect, Command, Control and Collaborate, reflects the company’s approach to protecting people, property and assets by supporting the entire lifecycle of an incident to minimize its impact. LiDAR detection technology Since acquiring pioneering physical security solution provider Qognify in...

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced Harold Rivas as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With more than two decades of experience and proven leadership in the cybersecurity industry. Rivas will oversee global cybersecurity and information technology for the company, including security for products and services, threat management, cyber risk and compliance, and security operations. Harold’s deep expertise “I am thrilled to welcome Harold...

Allegion plc, a global security products and solutions provider, through one of its subsidiaries, has recently acquired the business and operations of privately held Next Door Company, including its brands and other assets. Based in Miami, Florida, and founded in 1993, Next Door is a U.S. manufacturer of stainless steel and hollow metal doors, specializing in custom configurations for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings. Next Door complements Allegion’s existing hollow meta...

barox Kommunikation AG, a global pioneer in professional-grade switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, has elevated its collaboration with Genetec by featuring its DAP-approved solutions at the state-of-the-art Genetec Experience Center in central London. This achievement follows the successful launch of the barox Genetec DMS plug-in, a transformative solution that enhances flexibility, extends user control, and significantly reduces security network management costs.  Seamless...

Kaseya, the global provider of AI-powered cybersecurity and IT management software, has released several major technology innovations in Q1 that continue to fuel the company’s strong growth. After delivering its best-ever financial results in 2024, Kaseya’s momentum continued with the launch of new AI-driven product capabilities that make customers more efficient, and profitable. "We are pursuing an aggressive innovation schedule to extend our leadership in the market,” said R...

ETA International, the authority in certifying Land Mobile Radio (LMR) communications technicians, is proud to introduce the DAS Master Specialty Certification, CETms(D); a groundbreaking credential designed to validate expertise in Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS). This prestigious certification sets a new benchmark for professionals responsible for designing, installing, optimising, and maintaining DAS solutions critical to public safety and commercial wireless communications. Combined ele...

i-PRO Americas Inc. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced the launch of VideoInsight™ version 8.0, the latest release of its powerful video management system (VMS). Designed to meet the evolving security needs of school administrators, IT directors, and security teams, VideoInsight 8.0 simplifies campus safety with an intuitive, cost-effective platform that delivers seamless integration, advanced AI too...

Saudi Telecom Company (stc), a digital enabler in the Middle East in the telecommunication sector, and Juniper Networks, a pioneer in secure, AI-Native Networking, announces that the two companies have worked together to further enhance the service provider’s 5G-ready network security gateway (SGi) infrastructure with new automation features within its existing Juniper SRX next-generation firewall deployment. These new capabilities elevate user experiences, increase capacity and lower co...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) welcomed the news that the SIA is to come under the portfolio of the Minister of State for Security, Dan Jarvis, in the Home Office. In a joint statement issued now, Heather Baily, Chair of the SIA and Michelle Russell, Chief Executive of the SIA, said: "We very much welcome this move as it ensures that both functions of the SIA, which include the existing regulation of the private security industry and the new Martyn’s Law regulator function, complem...

Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches have fundamentally transformed how devices are powered and connected to industrial networks. By transmitting both power and data through a single Ethernet cable, industrial PoE switches enable the deployment of Powered Devices (PD), such as IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and sensors. New generation of PoE switches New generation of low-voltage PoE switches able to operate on input voltages below 48VDC Standard PoE Ethernet switches supply...

Cyberattacks are surging globally, with organizations now facing an average of 1,673 attacks per week – a staggering 44% increase from 2023. As AI-powered threats intensify and critical infrastructure such as energy systems become prime targets, CYBSEC-EXPO returns to Piacenza Expo in Italy with a renewed focus on education, collaboration, and cross-industry solutions. A stronger educational focus for 2025 CYBSEC-EXPO will feature an expanded conference program between 21st&nd...

Auguria, a pioneer in AI-powered security operations solutions, announces the appointment of Josh Cowling as its Head of Innovation. A pioneer in cybersecurity and data science, Cowling's role at Auguria will make use of years of industry experience in its quest to reinvent how security operations teams process and prioritize data. "We are excited to officially bring Josh onto the Auguria team," said Keith Palumbo, Co-Founder and CEO of Auguria. "As we continue evolving modern security data pip...