Notes from Norstrom

Smart Hospital Bacău, a major medical institution in Romania, has taken a huge step forward in improving patient care and operational efficiency. The hospital has introduced auxiliary care and fall detection radars, along with thermal presence detectors from Hikvision. It’s a great example of how smart devices can transform healthcare, leading to better outcomes for both patients and medical staff. Enhancing palliative care Smart Hospital Bacău offers palliative care as an essentia...

Camden has introduced a line of 4-1/2” (114mm) wide Column switches, available in a ‘top load’ model (installed by assembling the switch on the wall vertically) or a ‘Side Load’ model (assembled by mounting the switch horizontally on the wall with six screws). The narrow size makes these switches less obtrusive and ideal for Restroom (privacy) control, particularly when multiple switches are mounted together. CM-74 and CM-84 Series 4-1/2” wide Column switches...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, announced a new integration with Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security. Suprema’s access control AI edge device – BioStation 3, featuring AI-powered facial authentication – now integrates with Verkada Access Control to enable organizations to use facial authentication to lock and unlock doors. Suprema’s open cloud integration platform This seamless and cost-effective integration leverages Supr...

Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler, and Rai Way S.p.A., an integrated digital infrastructure operator and service provider for media content distribution, announced a Business Alliance Partnership as part of the launch of Rai Way’s new service offering. Through this agreement, Rai Way integrates cloud storage services into its portfolio by adopting Cubbit’s DS3 Composer technology, enabling a fully Italian edge-to-cloud solution. Innovative cloud storage soluti...

Semperis, a provider of AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience, published results from the 2025 Purple Knight Report indicating that organizations continue to struggle to identify and address security vulnerabilities in hybrid identity systems such as Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta. Notably, the average score of 61 out of 100 is 11 points lower than the average score of 72 in the 2023 report. But users reported an average improvement of 21 points - and as high as 61 points...

artius.iD announces a strategic partnership with Pod Foods Co (Pod), the pioneer in innovative consumer brand distribution, giving it access to the firm's team of world-class AI and cybersecurity specialists alongside its proprietary decentralized digital identification technology. The move is part of Pod's commitment to safeguard sensitive customer information at every stage and strengthen its digital-first infrastructure. The announcement follows a series of major cyberattacks across the...

MetTel, a pioneer in digital transformation and managed mobility solutions, announces a strategic partnership with Check Point Software Technologies to deliver an advanced mobile threat defense solution for enterprise customers. MetTel’s fully managed Mobile Threat Defense solution, powered by Check Point Harmony Mobile, provides comprehensive protection against mobile cyber threats, ensuring secure access to corporate data without compromising user experience or privacy. Mobile security...

Currently, in security surveillance, the application of intelligent analysis technology has two approaches: front-end intelligence and back-end intelligence. Front-end intelligence Front-end intelligence is typically implemented within the video surveillance camera itself, integrating AI edge algorithms into the camera. Its advantages include: acquiring video in real-time and performing video analysis and feedback results immediately. Benefits No consumption of network resources like bandw...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as providing HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public transportation space, particularly in Spain, the European...

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Corporation that specializes in smart technologies for businesses and communities, announced a collaboration with the City of Tucker, GA, an Atlanta suburb, to upgrade the lighting infrastructure on the city’s public trail and park system with a smart solution designed to enhance visibility and connectivity. The City of Tucker selected Comcast Smart Solutions to implement a fully-integrated video analytics, WiFi, and lighting solution into ex...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Calmell, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets, and magnetic tickets. "I am very pleased to welcome Calmell to ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within smart cards, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Public transportation ecosystem “Calmell is a fantastic addition to our growing public transportation ecosystem, and we...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets, and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as provides HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public transportation space, particularly in Spain, the European...

Ipsotek, an Eviden business, and a pioneering provider of AI-powered video analytics, has announced two strategic leadership appointments that reinforce its commitment to global expansion, technological innovation, and customer success. Fares Djenandji has been appointed Chief Growth Officer (CGO), and Rayan Cherri has been named Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Commercial and technology strategies With over a decade at Ipsotek, Fares has played a key role in shaping the company’s gl...

The global maritime surveillance market is projected to grow from $21.9 billion in 2023 to $ 42.7 billion by 2033. This growth is being driven by increasing global trade, maritime security concerns, and the adoption of advanced surveillance technologies such as radars, drones, and satellite monitoring systems. Moreover, the global shipping industry is now on the frontlines of a new kind of conflict — one defined by economic coerc...

Oxylabs, a major web intelligence platform and proxy provider, has announced the launch of Oxylabs AI Studio, a groundbreaking platform designed to host advanced AI-based web scraping applications. With four innovative applications now available, users can register and explore these tools for free, marking a significant step forward in the accessibility of web scraping technology. Natural language prompts "All the apps available on AI Studio follow natural language prompts. Thus, operating th...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in mobile security, reveals new zLabs research detailing an advanced evolution of the GodFather Android banking Trojan that weaponizes on-device virtualization to hijack nearly 500 legitimate mobile applications. The technique allows attackers to run the real app inside a malicious sandbox, capture every tap and credential in real time, and bypass traditional overlay-based defenses. GodFather Android banking Trojan The following are some features of the GodFa...

Bird Home Automation GmbH has successfully been certified by TÜV Saarland according to the internationally recognized DIN EN ISO/IEC 27001:2024 standard. By completing this comprehensive audit, the company demonstrates that it meets the highest standards in information security and has established an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS). ISO/IEC 27001 is the leading global standard for information security management. It sets the framework for identifying, assessing, and...

Cognita, a pioneering global schools group, this week launched Cognita AI – a transformative new platform that integrates cutting-edge artificial intelligence with deep educational expertise to enhance teaching and learning across its global network. Designed to empower educators and personalize student learning at scale, Cognita AI marks a bold step in the group's mission to lead responsibly in educational innovation. Strategic partnership with Flint Cognita has also announced a s...

In an increasingly connected and security-conscious world, innovation in locks and access control is not just a matter of convenience, it’s a necessity. As threats to physical and digital security continue to evolve, so must the design and engineering of locks and access control solutions.  Broader security ecosystems Advancements in smart locks, biometric systems, and integrated platforms are redefining access control Advancements in smart locks, biometric systems, and integrated...

The new official plugin developed by San2 allows LDA Audio Tech's NEO and NEO+ public address and voice evacuation systems to be directly integrated into the Genetec Security Center platform, one of the most powerful solutions on the market for unified security management. This integration expands the possibilities for LDA partners, distributors, and integrators working on projects with advanced and larger needs, where centralized management of video, access control, intrusion detection, and no...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced Alan Atkinson has become the company’s first Chief Business Development Officer. In this new role, he will build strategic next-gen technology and security partnerships, drive co-development initiatives, and create new go-to-market opportunities for Commvault and its partners, all within the Business Development organization led by Chief Trust Officer Danielle Sheer. &n...

Codelocks has launched its Adjustable Gate Latch, giving locksmiths and facilities managers an easier way to control access through perimeter gates where the gate and post spacing exceeds the range of a traditional mortice latch. Jo Milne-Rowe, Managing Director at Codelocks, said: “This new product is quite literally filling a gap that other products can’t. There are many scenarios where standard mortice latches won’t work, and often the space between the post and gate w...

The precise recording of passenger numbers is essential for transport companies - it helps to optimize timetables, make better use of capacities and organize local public transport more efficiently. A modern solution for this is camera-based passenger counting. Intelligent image processing systems automatically and precisely record how many people board and alight - without any manual counting. With Adigo nPax, the Norwegian company Adigo Mechatronics has developed such a system especially for...

Robotican, a major Israeli pioneer in the development of autonomous robotic and drone technologies, proudly announces the successful delivery of dozens of ROOSTER hybrid drone systems to European special operations forces, intervention units, and infantry teams. These deliveries represent a significant operational milestone for Robotican’s flagship system. Building on this momentum, the ROOSTER has recently secured official NATO registration, reinforcing its status as a trusted solution...

Lab 1, the major AI, Exposed Data Intelligence platform, launched “File Previews”, an industry-first capability for businesses to safely preview exposed files breached through direct cyberattacks, supplier breaches, employee and contractor errors, cloud misconfigurations and more. Lab 1 uses sophisticated AI agents to scrape breached datasets from the surface, deep and dark web, extracting and analyzing file contents, to rapidly identify an organization’s exposure. Files are...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that CDW Corporation, a pioneering multi-brand provider of IT solutions in the U.S., U.K., and Canada, has deployed the Genetec™ Security Center platform to standardize and unify its physical security operations across over 50 global sites and distribution centers. Faced with a fragmented security infrastructure inherited through years of growth and acquisitions, CDW’s Global Security team sought...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and biometric solutions; and ASSA ABLOY, a pioneer in access solutions, are proud to announce that their self-boarding biometric eGate — the BG100 Speedgate — has received a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025 in the interior design elements category. The BG100 Speedgate is a next-generation solution that seamlessly integrates the HID® Facepod™ and document reader with ASSA ABLOY&rsquo...

i-PRO Americas Inc. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced a new education-focused integration between its i-PRO BWC4000 Body-Worn Camera and VideoInsight™ Video Management System (VMS). VideoInsight now offers native support for BWC4000 devices, allowing K–12 schools to live stream, capture, manage, and review body-worn video and audio through a single, secure platform. i-PRO body-worn cameras U...

Invicti, the pioneer in dynamic application security testing (DAST), announced the launch of its next-gen Application Security Platform featuring AI-powered scanning capabilities, enhanced DAST performance, and full-spectrum visibility into application risk. The platform enables organizations to detect and fix real vulnerabilities faster and with greater accuracy. DAST-first platform “Your applications are dynamic, shouldn’t your AppSec tools be too?” said Neil Roseman, CEO...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by the Erika J. Glazer Family Campus of the Wilshire Boulevard Temple to protect members and staff against gun-related threats. Founded in 1862, it is the oldest Jewish congregation and synagogue in Los Angeles, California. Grow...