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Userful Corporation, a global pioneer in IT solutions and data visualization, has achieved SOC 2 certification for its Infinity Platform and Global Cluster Manager solutions.  This certification underscores its commitment to secure data management and compliance in critical operations environments. This achievement demonstrates Userful’s dedication to maintaining a high level of security, integrity, and availability for its customers and partners.  Userful’s secure infras...

In the past, security and IT teams operated independently, but today collaboration is critical. Modern security systems rely on various devices and systems that are linked to internal and external networks. Without IT involvement, physical security can become a weak point for cybersecurity. Although these groups have made headway in partnering up to ensure the successful implementation of new solutions, often there’s still a disconnect. Differing skills, priorities, and unique ways of th...

The Woodside Building for Technology and Design is the first landmark building under the ‘Better Teaching, Better Learning’ program at Monash University, Clayton. The design makes it one of the most efficient and innovative teaching buildings of its type in the world, with an abundance of natural light and solar energy as its primary energy source. The 5-story building houses more than 30 learning spaces, including interactive, tiered collaborative spaces, accommodating up to 360 p...

The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney Energy Efficiency Upgrade (BOOT Scheme) comprised the upgrade of the hotel’s mechanical plant room that dated back to 1981 – when the landmark hotel was built – with modern, energy-efficient equipment and systems delivered via a ‘Build, Own, Operate and Transfer’ (BOOT) scheme. EQUANS designed, built, and now own the upgraded plant room, which they will operate and maintain for 12 years. At the end of the term, the client will obtain...

Soyak Olympiakent in Turkey comprises thousands of apartments that prioritize 'Quality in Life.' It offers a quality and safe living experience, featuring a natural environment, sports facilities, swimming pools, ample parking areas, and a 24-hour private security system supported by an IP video intercom system. The Solution Solution Highlights: Great scalability in large residential apartments Remote and easy mobile access Real-time video and audio communication Emergency alerts Sol...

The Springvale Community Hub is the latest multipurpose community facility in the City of Greater Dandenong, Melbourne. Including a public library, community rooms, learning areas, occasional care facilities, exhibition space, conference facilities and large landscaped public spaces - the Community Hub will facilitate community engagement, consultation and education, while encouraging social interaction and use of the public spaces. EQUANS supplied and integrated the latest audio-visual technol...

Matrix concluded a remarkable showcase at Inno Rail 2024, held from November 28 to 30 at the RDSO Stadium Ground in Lucknow. At Booth No. 81, Matrix captivated attendees with its trailblazing security and communication solutions, specifically designed for railway and transportation sectors. Meeting stringent cybersecurity standards Visitors experienced Matrix’s RDSO 6.0-compliant network cameras, a first for India, which meet the stringent cybersecurity standards of Indian Railways. Th...

Rhombus, a pioneer in open, cloud-managed physical security, announced the opening of its new office in London, United Kingdom, due to growing global demand for secure, scalable, and adaptable security solutions. This expansion will enable Rhombus to better serve manufacturing, education, retail, and healthcare industries across North America and Europe. Latest Techspace in the UK The Rhombus UK office showcases its products and services in the redeveloped Techspace "With security concerns s...

Gunnebo Group will present its commitment to innovation in advanced security solutions and sustainability across its flagship brands at Intersec 2025, held in Dubai, UAE, from January 14 -16, 2025. As a global pioneer in security solutions, Gunnebo will be on stand S2, A22, presenting a range of advanced, innovative technologies in safe storage, entrance control, and high-security electronic locks, with a focus on sustainability in design, materials, and energy efficiency. Safe storage solutio...

Comelit-PAC has introduced its evolved brand messaging: “Feel Secure,” to embody a commitment to delivering complete security and fire safety solutions that provide peace of mind to both professionals and end users. Feel Secure The “Feel Secure” message from the globally renowned company in integrated security and fire safety goes beyond product innovation. It reflects a promise to empower installers and distributors with solutions that are not only simple to install, b...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces that its Managing Director, John Davies, will retire from his role at the end of 2024. TDSi's existing senior team will continue to operate the business as usual under the leadership of Thibaut Galland, Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the United Kingdom at TDSi's parent organization, Vitaprotech. John Davies joined TDSi in 2003, pioneering a management buyout of the business in February 2005. In 2019 John oversaw the next ch...

inter airport Southeast Asia, the premier trade exhibition and conference for airport innovation and technology in Asia, will return to Singapore from 25 to 27 March 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands. The 8th edition is expected to bring together over 3,500 representatives of the aviation industry in Asia, influencers in the airports and airlines community, and 150+ exhibitors, including world-class solution providers and airport equipment suppliers, to connect, find synergies, build partnerships, a...

A smart intercom system is not just a luxury but a practical addition to modern homes and buildings. It offers a seamless blend of security, convenience, and technology, transforming how they manage access control and communication. Choosing the right intercom door station, however, requires a careful evaluation of the property’s unique needs, the features available, and the compatibility with the lifestyle or project goals. In this article, they’ll guide them through the essen...

EQUANS helped Avalon Airport in Melbourne’s west become Victoria’s second international airport with a new $40 million terminal catering for customs and security requirements of international flights, retail and duty-free space – a total of 10,000 m2 floor space. Air Asia required use of the new international airport terminal by December 2018. EQUANS were engaged in July to perform the electrical, communication, security and public address (PA) systems for the new terminal. Th...

2025 marks the half-way point of the decade and over ten years since they introduced the flagship Codelocks NetCode® Technology. The innovative, award-winning technology has driven a lot of the growth and change at Codelocks since its introduction. This got them to thinking; what will be the direction of travel for access control over the next 10 years? NetCode® didn’t emerge out of nowhere 10 years ago. It was intentionally developed to meet the demand for greater control and th...

Dallmeier Electronic, one of the pioneering providers of professional video surveillance solutions, is expanding its product portfolio with the Picoline. With the entry-level camera, Dallmeier offers a compact and cost-effective solution for applications that require day and night recording with the highest resolution (IR mode). Whether for use in an environment with difficult lighting conditions or where space is limited, the Picoline delivers high-quality results. Range of cybersecurity fea...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has unveiled the Dual-Lens Barcode Reader Camera, with models TNS-9040IBC, TNS-9050IBC, and TNS-9060IBC, to combine barcode recognition and video capture in one device. In combination with the Vision Logistics Tracking Software, barcodes, and video are provided in real-time to enhance inventory management, traceability, and incident investigation, reducing shipping errors, and returns, and ultimately boosting customer satisfaction.  ...

Nanodems, a global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) solutions, is pleased to share the success of its participation in ISC East 2024, held at the Javits Center in New York City from November 19–21. As one of the Northeast’s pioneer security and public safety trade shows, ISC East provided an excellent platform for Nanodems to present its AI-powered PSIM software platform, NDIS.  Advanced PSIM software The event showcased the company’s innovati...

Amthal Group Companies has announced its new partnership with Eagle Eye Networks, becoming a certified reseller of its innovative cloud video surveillance solutions. Cloud-based security solutions This collaboration marks an important milestone for the fire safety and security specialist, as it expands its offerings to include Eagle Eye Networks' cloud-based security solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics. Eagle Eye Networks is a pioneer in cloud video survei...

The most common file formats for hiding malware are .exe and .zip, according to research by NordVPN. These are also the file formats that frequently land on employees' computers and end up posing great security risks to organizations. To address the issue, NordLayer, a provider of flexible cybersecurity tools for businesses, has just launched Download Protection, a robust security feature that automatically scans and instantly removes various types of malware-infected files from user-initiated...

ISC East 2024, with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, presented another year of dynamic programming as the Northeast’s security and public safety event.  Over three days, ISC East showcased premier keynote speakers, educational sessions, and professional development, and over 200 exhibitors displayed the latest innovations in the field.  SIA Education@ISC East program From Nov. 19 to Nov. 21, ISC East wel...

5G Standalone (5G SA) and 5G Advanced are expected to be a key focus for communications service providers (CSPs) for the remainder of the decade as they deploy new capabilities to create offerings centered on value delivery rather than data volume. The analysis is included among a wealth of statistical network insights in the November 2024 edition of the Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Mobility Report, which extends the forecast period until the end of 2030. Network traffic data growth 5G networks a...

VIVOTEK, the global pioneering security solution provider, has played a pivotal role in enhancing campus safety at CDO Newton, a renowned educational institution in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, that helps guide students in taking their first steps toward the job market. As CDO Newton expanded its facilities, ensuring the security of students, staff, and visitors across a larger, more dynamic campus became increasingly challenging. To address this, CDO Newton turned to VIVOTEK's state-of-the-art AI se...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced it has been selected by Red Cat Holdings, Inc., to provide thermal imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AI) embedded software for its Black Widow™ small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS). SRR Program Red Cat was selected as the winner of the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record after an evaluation process completed by the Army Project Management Office for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems...

EQUANS were engaged by JLL to create a Digital Artwork Display using LED to showcase immersive content and create a high tech but nature-driven aesthetic at one of Melbourne’s premier business addresses. Digital Artwork Display The Digital Artwork Display had to encompass functional requirements, including LED video wall display, a display interface unit for image processing, LED time module control and remote monitoring, a digital playback server capable of displaying the artwork’...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, now supports the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council with Cohesity DataProtect. This allows the organization to drastically reduce the time and resources needed to manage its backups, both on-premises and in the cloud and significantly accelerate the data recovery processes to enhance its cyber resilience. The Haute-Garonne Departmental Council manages a vast collection of data covering different functions, including building plans, architectural...

Matrix, a pioneering provider of advanced security and telecom solutions, successfully participated in the prestigious Dahej Industrial Expo 2024, held from November 20th to 22nd at GIDC Road, Dahej, Gujarat. The event proved to be an excellent platform for Matrix to highlight its latest advancements in IP video surveillance, access control, time attendance, and telecom solutions, drawing significant attention from industry stakeholders and visitors. Transforming security with innovations At...

Texecom is delighted to announce the appointment of Darren Jackson as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Darren brings over two decades of senior management experience, with a proven ability to deliver strategic growth and foster strong customer and stakeholder relationships across industries, including monitoring technology, telecommunications, and financial services. Darren Jackson Renowned for his hands-on leadership style and results-driven approach, Darren has built and led high-perfor...

Bromsgrove-based security and monitoring company, Ecl-ips, is celebrating its win at the North Worcestershire Business Awards 2024. Best use of Technology Ecl-ips was a winner in the ‘Best use of Technology’ award category at the event at Hogarths Stone Manor near Kidderminster. Ecl-ips beat two other finalists: Redditch-based TSR Electrical Group and StarkEV, an electrical vehicle charging point installer to win. The security installer was among the 30 local businesses that were...

The Nemetschek Group has announced its participation in a Series B funding round for Document Crunch, a technology company dedicated to transforming document compliance and risk management for the construction industry. The investment and partnership with Nemetschek will enable Document Crunch to accelerate growth, expand its platform, enhance the technology, and increase its market reach. AI-driven solutions Document Crunch’s AI-driven solutions are designed to streamline compliance ta...