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John Lutz Boorman was recently appointed as Head of Product and Marketing for Hanwha Vision Europe. In his new role, John leads the product, solutions, and marketing roadmap for the European market, ensuring that Hanwha Vision continues to deliver high-quality video surveillance solutions - for which it is known - to customers. With more than 30 years of experience working across business development, sales, product, and marketing for pioneering distribution and manufacturing companies, John h...

Zimperium, the global pioneer in mobile security, is proud to announce that it’s collaborating with Okta, the independent identity provider to deliver a significant advancement in identity threat protection for mobile devices. By integrating Zimperium Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) with Okta Identity Threat Protection with Okta AI, the companies are setting a new standard in continuous risk monitoring and enabling automated threat response, providing organizations with unparalleled mobile se...

Capital.com, the high-growth retail trading platform, and global fintech group has announced the launch of its public bug bounty program hosted on the crowdsourced security platform, Intigriti. This initiative highlights the company’s proactive approach to cybersecurity and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity and the safety of its users' assets and data.  Bug bounty program The bug bounty program invites security researchers and ethical hacker...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organizations keep their people and assets safe, announced a partnership with globally renowned security technology provider - SAGE Integration. Together, the two companies will build efficiencies to streamline security operations for their enterprise clients.  One-of-a-kind solution "The partnership with HiveWatch highlights how SAGE aims to work with innovative manufacturers to provide one-of-a-kind solutions for customers...

HID®, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced that Baiduri Bank, a member of Baiduri Bank Group and the largest conventional bank in Brunei Darussalam, has implemented the HID Approve™ powered by the HID Authentication Platform across its consumer and corporate banking platforms, offering a single trusted authentication source for customer identity.  Protecting customer identity "HID is thrilled to partner with Baiduri Bank to enhance its...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, will showcase its innovative key control solutions for correctional facilities at the 154th American Correctional Association (ACA) conference in Nashville from August 15-18, 2024, at booth 530. The key management solutions enhance correctional facility security, efficiency, and accountability with full audit trails and instant alerting functionality. Key management solutions "Correctional facilities operate in...

The first-ever European Union rules to curb methane emissions from the energy sector have become legislation. The new EU Methane Emissions Reduction 2019/942 Ruling means gas, oil, and coal industries in Europe must measure, monitor, report, and verify their methane emissions and take action to reduce them. Why introduce this ruling? According to the EU’s Green House Gas (GHG) Inventory Report, more than 50% of all direct methane emissions from Europe’s energy sector result from u...

Pyronix is excited to unveil the BatteryCam2 and SolarPanel2, designed to upgrade security peace-of-mind with exceptional performance and convenience.  With the fully wireless BatteryCam2, property owners can enjoy vibrant color surveillance, day and night. BatteryCam2 and SolarPanel2 Featuring easy installation with both magnetic and screw-in bracket mounts, the BatteryCam2 is easily removed for charging or can be powered continuously using the optional SolarPanel2, which is available i...

Convergint, a global pioneer in systems integration, announced the expansion of its Middle East & Africa (MEA) operations into Saudi Arabia. Security, IT infrastructure, and AV The company will offer customers a comprehensive suite of advanced solutions in security, IT infrastructure, and audio-visual systems.  With the largest technical workforce in the market, including 10,000 colleagues across 220 global offices, Convergint leads the industry in developing seamless, next-generatio...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, announces that the company was named an Overall Leader, Product Leader, Innovation Leader, and Market Leader in the latest Leadership Compass Identity Governance and Administration (“IGA”) report from KuppingerCole Analysts AG. Identity lifecycle management The report provides an overview of the IGA market, as well as a compass to help businesses identify the right vendor and solution to meet thei...

Specialist manufacturer and supplier of architectural hardware solutions, Consort Architectural Hardware, has published Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) across its range of door levers, door closers, hinges, and locks, verifying the sustainability credentials of its products.  Life Cycle Assessment EPDs are internationally recognized accreditations and are designed to provide transparent and comparable information about the environmental impact of products. The certification proc...

Telguard, a pioneer in security and life safety technologies, proudly introduces its latest innovation: the TG-7FM 5G LTE-M multi-carrier communicator. Setting a new standard in commercial fire applications, the TG-7FM offers unparalleled reliability and connectivity by harnessing groundbreaking multi-carrier capability, supporting all three major U.S. carriers - AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. TG-7FM  The TG-7FM provides superior connectivity right out of the box. Designed to ensure co...

Viking Electronics proudly announces its commitment to enhancing school safety through the support of Alyssa's Law, which mandates panic buttons in schools to expedite law enforcement response time during emergencies.  Alyssa's Law, named in honor of Alyssa Alhadeff, a victim of the tragic Parkland school shooting, requires schools to install panic buttons for quick law enforcement notification. Viking panic buttons are ideal tools in fulfilling this mandate. The PB-3 and PB-3-IP provide v...

Workiz, the pioneering field service management and communication software, introduces an enhanced online booking feature that allows service professionals to reach more customers, book more jobs, and stand out from the competition. With the new Reserve With Google feature, customers can connect directly to Workiz Online Booking through Google search results, increasing the pool of potential customers available to each business owner and streamlining scheduling, payments, and other essential fu...

Quod Orbis, the London-based Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) firm, has announced a strategic partnership with YASH Technologies, a global IT solutions and services partner. The partnership will see businesses benefit from holistic monitoring solutions with real-time visibility across their entire IT infrastructure, encompassing cybersecurity risk management and compliance. Enhanced performance YASH Technologies has a proven track record in delivering battle-tested consulting, technology,...

Oneflow is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO certifications in three critical areas: Information Security (ISO 27001), Quality (ISO 9001), and Environment (ISO 14001). Oneflow builds an AI-driven contract automation SaaS platform designed to help businesses modernize their legacy contract management processes. Oneflow has been listed on Stockholm’s Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market since April 2022.  ISO certifications The ISO certifications highlight Oneflow’...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, has published its Global Threat Index for July 2024. Despite a significant drop in June, LockBit re-emerged last month to become the second most prevalent ransomware group, while RansomHub retained the top spot. Meanwhile, researchers identified both a campaign distributing Remcos malware following a CrowdStrike update issue, and a series of new FakeUpdates tactics, which...

Over half (54%) of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) feel their security team is unprepared for evolving AI-powered threats, according to research from Absolute Security. The findings were uncovered in the Absolute Security United Kingdom CISO Cyber Resilience Report 2024 which surveyed 250 UK CISOs at enterprise organizations, via an independent polling agency Censuswide, to assess the state of cyber resilience, AI, and the cyber threat landscape in the UK. NCSC findings According...

IDS Imaging Development Systems introduces a new 3D camera in the Ensenso product line. With its compact, industrial-grade design and the combination of a very short working distance and a large field of view, the Ensenso B is particularly suitable for bin-picking applications.  Ensenso B 3D camera Due to its high depth of field, it can capture objects over a large area and localize all parts in a container at once, for example. This optimizes the pick-and-place process and facilitates...

Connect ONE® from Connected Technologies LLC, in partnership with Cansec Systems Ltd., Mississauga, Can., has added a direct cloud integration with MAP access controllers. Cansec’s signature Modular Access Panels or MAP, are self-contained access controller boards that handle from one to eight doors and as many as 100,000 users. Multiple controllers can also be installed to handle access systems of any size. “We are pleased that Connected Technologies has integrated the MAP...

There is no shortage of threats facing security professionals, including some that are new and emerging. Understanding various new threats allows individuals and organizations to take proactive steps to protect themselves, but the first step is to identify what those threats are. Early detection of threats can minimize the impact of a successful attack, whatever the vulnerability at issue. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What new and emerging threats will physical securi...

Over the last several years, cyber security, a crucial component in any servicer's operation, has taken on an increasingly visible role due to numerous high-profile data breaches impacting various industries. According to the cyber security research firm Check Point Research, the average number of cyber attacks per organization per week rose 38% in 2022 from 2021, and increased by 28% in the six-month period ending March 31, 2024.  The average number of weekly events has also grown year ov...

The Eplan Forum is open to everyone interested in sharing knowledge and exchanging experiences with automated engineering, machine cabling, and ERP/PDM integration. Eplan Forum With the digital transformation in full swing, the same applies to engineering. It’s an excellent idea for experts in the field to network: worldwide! This is exactly what will be taking place at the Eplan Forum, a hybrid-format event in Cologne in September, focusing on topics including automated engineering, ma...

DNAKE, a major international smart intercom manufacturer with 19 years of experience, starts its market launch in Germany through a co-operation with Telecom Behnke as a new distribution partner. Telecom Behnke has been established in the German market for 40 years and is known for its high-quality, industry-standard intercom stations. Telecom Behnke enjoys a strong market position in Germany with a sales focus on the B2B sector. The partnership with DNAKE brings mutual benefits...

Matrix, a pioneer in advanced security and telecom solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in FSIE 2024, taking place from August 22nd to 24th at the Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai. This prestigious event will serve as a platform for Matrix to showcase its innovative solutions in IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom technologies.  Transforming security and communication Ruggedized IP Camera At FSIE 2024, Matrix will showcase its comprehens...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize the security industry. The company projects that its autonomous AI-powered security solutions will deliver an estimated $10 million in human guarding cost savings to its clients in August 2024 alone which clients would otherwise be subject to without the benefit of RAD’s solutions. This achievement underscores RAD&rsqu...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, announced the appointment of Gary Nafus to the Company’s newly formed Chief Sales Officer role and the promotion of Matt Mills to President. This expansion in SailPoint’s leadership team will allow the Company to further execute against the demand for its enterprise-grade identity security solutions. “Matt has played a significant leadership role in SailPoint’s market strategy and opera...

Alfred International, the smart and connected lock subsidiary of GHT Door Hardware, proudly announces the U.S. launch of the patented Alfred™ ML2 Smart Mortise Lock now available with Z-Wave® Long Range. The ML2 combines state-of-the-art technology with a sleek keypad and patented design and drive mechanism that makes it an ideal retrofit solution for properties with long-standing, older mortise style locks. The ML2 is now available in the U.S. and offers unmatched convenience, secur...

Cequence, a pioneer in API security and bot management, is proud to introduce revolutionary advancements to its Unified API Protection (UAP) platform. These enhancements mark a significant milestone in API security, specifically tailored to support the secure use of AI applications like Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). Cequence’s solutions protect applications deployed in the cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments, and also support serverless environments, ensuring an...

CovertSwarm, a global ethical hacker, red team, and cybersecurity solution provider, launched its Academy Program last September and is welcoming its second intake at the same time this year. The first iteration of the Academy Program proved to be a huge success, with all three academy members kick-starting successful ethical hacking careers at CovertSwarm. The program aims to make careers in cybersecurity more accessible, providing a clear pathway for individuals from any background to receive...