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Suprema, a pioneer of AI-powered security solutions, announced that BioStation 3 is expected to set a new annual global sales record by the end of this year. This represents the highest annual sales record for Suprema’s biometric devices and highlights the accelerating global demand for facial authentication solutions. Global security market Importantly, this growth reflects balanced momentum across major regions rather than a temporary spike in a single market. BioStation 3 has achieve...

The 19th Real Estate Development Summit Saudi Arabia – Luxury Edition successfully concluded after two days of high-level exchange, strategic collaboration, and global networking, bringing together more than 800 leaders, investors, and decision makers shaping the future of the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving built environment. Held under the theme “Together Towards Tomorrow,” the summit showcased the unprecedented transformation underway across Saudi Arabia, where t...

IDIS has launched two new advanced PTZ cameras, providing powerful AI and NIR performance. The extended range offers a broader choice of PTZ cameras to more efficiently cover open areas, in applications including public and communal spaces, commercial offices, schools, logistics centers and warehouses, retail settings, and perimeters. The new NDAA-compliant cameras from South Korea’s largest in-country surveillance manufacturer now include the 4MP AI PTZ (LightMaster) DC-S6481HRA an...

Leuze uses artificial intelligence (AI) to significantly improve the measurement accuracy of optical distance sensors for challenging industrial applications. This innovation improves measurement accuracy without the need for additional computing resources during operation. The solution is based on a neural network. Object surfaces as challenges Optical distance sensors with time-of-flight technology (TOF) offer practical benefits. The sensors enable fast, contactless measurement of large dis...

Alarm.com and Everon, LLC, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire, and life safety solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver a unified console for Everon customers to manage integrated intrusion protection, access control, remote video monitoring, and business management solutions. The partnership reflects the growing demand for integrated commercial security platforms that can easily connect with existing infrastructure whi...

Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi now announces that from 1st January 2026, it will operate under the new name: TDSi by Hirsch. The change follows the global transformation of its parent company, Vitaprotech, into the Hirsch Group, unifying its security brands worldwide under one trusted name.  TDSi’s integrated access control For more than 40 years, TDSi’s integrated access control solutions have been at the heart of thousands of installations&nbs...

Aetina Corporation, a pioneering provider of Edge AI solutions, has announced the launch of its next-generation MXM AI Accelerator Module series accelerated by NVIDIA RTX PRO Blackwell Embedded GPUs, which is part of its CoreEdge MXM AI Module family. This new series is accelerated by the NVIDIA Blackwell GPU platform to deliver up to 3X the AI performance uplift of its predecessor, establishing a new benchmark for advanced AI computing at the edge These modules are designed to be compact,...

Abnormal AI, the pioneer in AI-native human behavior security, announced it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security, marking the company’s second consecutive year in the Leaders Quadrant. Gartner evaluated vendors based on their Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute. Among 14 vendors evaluated, Abnormal was placed furthest right on the Vision axis. API-based approach In the report, Gartner highlights that “the high...

DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, unveiled its 2026 Security Predictions, forecasting how AI, quantum computing, and automation will reshape global trust frameworks. The predictions highlight a pivotal shift toward AI integrity, resilience, and quantum readiness as core tenets of intelligent trust. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. 1. AI Integrity Becomes the New Trust Standard: AI authenticity will overtake dat...

Building on earlier research published in October 2025, Zimperium announced that its zLabs team has uncovered a significantly enhanced variant of ClayRat, an Android spyware family first detailed in the technical brief “ClayRat: A New Android Spyware Targeting Russia”. While the original ClayRat strain was able to exfiltrate SMS messages, call logs, notifications, device data, take photos, and send mass SMS or place calls, effectively allowing infected devices to become distribution...

Iris officially launches today, introducing a platform that transforms how cameras are controlled, and productions are managed. By turning virtually any PTZ camera into a software-connected, remotely controlled device, Iris eliminates the traditional constraints of camera operation, such as hardware dependencies, inconsistent control, and the lack of on-site crews. The platform removes long-standing pain points for production teams: fragmented control tools and protocols across brands, the need...

Secutech, Asia’s premier security exhibition, will be held from 22 – 24 April 2026 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1. This edition promises a robust showcase of more than 400 international exhibitors and an expected influx of over 15,000 visitors. Against the backdrop of Taiwan’s government investing USD 3 billion to accelerate its transformation into an “AI island”, this year’s focus will center on four key industry pillars across seven themati...

Hikvision announced recently that it has achieved the ISO 37301:2021 Compliance Management System certification from SGS, the world's renowned testing, inspection, and certification company. This milestone, highlighted in the certification ceremony at the Shaping Intelligence Hikvision Commercial Summit 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, affirms that Hikvision’s robust compliance framework aligns with global standards, supporting the company's resilient growth worldwide. A Testament to Complianc...

Balancing operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction with costs, resources, and legislative obligations is a challenge faced by every security services provider offering keyholding and alarm response. While mobile security operations must adhere to strict compliance, with BS 7984 standard and SIA licensing for guards at the very core of the operations, security providers are increasingly contending with a wider range of regulations. Among the most pressing are sustainability requirement...

Axis Communications, a industry pioneer in video surveillance, announces it has signed the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Secure by Design pledge to transparently communicate about the cybersecurity posture of Axis products.    The voluntary Secure by Design pledge of the U.S. government agency, CISA, calls on manufacturers to make the security of customers a core business requirement by addressing seven key aspects of security:  ...

Xtract One Technologies announced its SmartGateway has been selected by Nova Scotia Health to strengthen security measures and provide AI-powered weapons detection across facilities province-wide, with an initial order of 25 systems.   Nova Scotia Health, in tandem with its nurses’ union, is working to modernize and strengthen security across its facilities to ensure a safe environment for all patients, visitors, and staff. Adopting and deploying advanced technolo...

Comelit-PAC has partnered with Kings Group SW to deliver a bespoke video door entry solution at the historic Bridgwater Arts Center, a Grade I listed building renowned for its architectural and cultural significance. Situated in the heart of Bridgwater, now owned and operated by the Town Council, the Arts Center construction was in 1723 and established on its existing site since 1946 to run a theater program of performance, music and film. Enhancing video security and access To complete...

As 2026 approaches, cybersecurity threats are evolving at an unprecedented speed. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face rising exposure as perpetrators adopt advanced AI, expand commercialised cybercrime platforms, and intensify nation-state activity. Recent intelligence, including the CrowdStrike 2025 European Threat Landscape Report, highlights how attackers are becoming faster, more capable, and more varied in their methods, raising the stakes across the UK’s interconnected su...

HiveWatch, the AI-driven physical security platform, announced it has appointed James Segil to its board of directors. Segil joins at a pivotal moment for the company following its recent $33 million Series B funding round, led by Anthos Capital with participation from Harmonic Growth Partners, Across Capital, and existing investors.  Segil’s addition to the board brings invaluable strategic guidance from someone who disrupted a major physical security category – turn...

The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS®), Astrix Security, and Cequence Security now announced a strategic partnership to develop new cybersecurity guidance tailored to the unique risks of artificial intelligence (AI) and agentic systems.  This collaborative initiative builds on the globally recognized CIS Critical Security Controls® (CIS Controls®), extending its principles into AI environments where autonomous decision‑making, tool and API access, and automated thre...

Salto announces the launch of Salto DLok, the latest residential door smart locking solution. DLok marks a new era in Salto’s smart home innovation. This universal, motorized smart lock connects effortlessly with the Salto Homelok ecosystem to transform the residential access experience for smart homes and apartments, delivering next-level security, convenient keyless access, and automation. The DLok gives residents the power to enjoy a digital, fully automated, and universally compatible...

Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, now announced that Stan Oliver, President/CEO of Camelot Secure, Phoenix, and DigiFlight, has been selected as a board member to the Duke University Cybersecurity Master of Engineering Program’s Industry Advisory Board. The Board’s mission is to provide expert guidance that supports and fosters innovation and excellence in curriculum, student internships, entrepreneurship, graduate outcomes, and related areas. Evolvin...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider delivering remote video monitoring, commercial security systems, business intelligence, and network to multi-location enterprises, outlined the security and technology trends expected to define retail, restaurant, and commercial business safety in 2026. The company anticipates an increased shift toward proactive, exterior-focused measures, AI-driven analytics for operational efficiency, broader adoption of human oversight for AI, and heig...

ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, is pleased to announce the opening of its Call for Proposals for the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026, inviting industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners to submit cutting-edge presentations across critical security domains.  Additionally, the association is seeking distinguished security professionals to serve as proposal reviewers, furthering the conference's...

Artificial intelligence (AI) creates efficiencies throughout various industries, from managing teams to operating businesses. Key outcomes include faster investigations, fewer false alerts, automated operational checks, and quicker support experiences. These advancements free up valuable time for users, allowing them to focus on high-impact priorities that drive greater ROI. When it comes to surveillance, AI is most visibly powering a new generation of vision language-powered video analytics,...

International Security Expo is thrilled to announce that it has appointed a new chair. Figen Murray OBE, initiator and lead campaigner for Martyn's Law, will be taking on the role effective immediately. As chair, Figen will help steer the future direction and growth of International Security Expo, whilst also ensuring it best serves the needs of the industry. She will also lead the Advisory Council that is comprised of an outstanding selection of the industry’s foremost experts, represent...

Zimperium, the world's pioneer in mobile security, now announced that Alistaire Davidson has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer, reporting directly to CEO Shridhar Mittal. Alistaire brings more than 20 years of finance leadership experience across private equity–backed and public software companies. Alistaire most recently served as Regional CFO, Americas at The Access Group, where he led the post-acquisition integration of two strategic business units. Prior to The Access Grou...

The University of Southampton, a multi-campus estate with a research institution, has recently enhanced its fire safety provision for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through a pioneering paging system installation. Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels, integrated with the ESPA Pager Interface, form the core of the new solution delivered by Premier Fire Security and Scope Communications, providing targeted alerts and improved accessibility across the university. Traditional audio alarms W...

Verkada, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security technology, announced CapitalG is pioneering an investment at a $5.8 billion valuation - an increase of $1.3 billion since the announcement of its Series E in February. The investment will accelerate Verkada's AI capabilities and may also enable liquidity for employees, and comes as the company surpasses $1 billion in annualized bookings. AI-powered transformation "AI is fundamentally transforming how organizations protect people and places,...

The Security Industry Authority is encouraging the public to stay vigilant and report issues to security this winter as part of its ‘Safe Season Together’ campaign. At the heart of the campaign is the recognition that public safety is a collaborative effort. As the festive period begins, the Security Industry Authority is reminding everyone of the important role they play in keeping themselves and others safe. Highlighting the need for those out and about in December and January to...