Access control software News

Permiso, an identity threat detection and response startup, is offering complimentary, private threat briefings with the P0 Labs team on attacks against the identity provider (IdP) control plane, a common attack vector by multiple threat groups over the last few months.  Attacks against identity providers have been responsible for breaching environments in several high-profile attacks over the last months including MGM and Caesars back in September 2023.  Identity-first security stra...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced a new version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. With a shift toward a continuous delivery approach, this version marks a new era in the way customers can stay up to date with the platform's latest features and updates. Continuous delivery model "The fast-changing security landscape is driving a requirement for rapid innovation,&r...

The Security & Fire Excellence Awards took center stage on 4th December 2023 at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London, UK, with over 1000 people in attendance representing the UK private security sector.   Marking its 24th year, these well-respected Awards celebrate the very best people, projects, and processes the security and fire sectors have to offer.  New categories A significant number of NSI-approved companies from across the UK emerged as both winners...

Zenitel, the global supplier of intelligent critical communication solutions, announced the hiring of a key relationship executive in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. Jalen James has been named Strategic Alliance Relationship Manager, reporting to Kelly Lake, Director of Global Strategic Alliances. Strategic alliances program The Zenitel strategic alliances program supports manufacturer partners who integrate Zenitel’s intelligent communication solutions into their business. James wi...

Temu, the most downloaded new shopping app in the world, introduced two-factor authentication (2FA) to enhance the security of its website and mobile apps, the latest measure taken by the Boston-based online marketplace to protect consumers and deter fraud. Two-factor authentication Temu joins other major e-commerce platforms and payment gateways to implement 2FA, which is increasingly viewed as a necessary component of robust cybersecurity. It adds a layer of security beyond just a...

On the occasion of INTERPOL’s 91st General Assembly – and 100th anniversary – the world’s largest international police organization announces the launch of its enhanced BioHUB, powered by IDEMIA’s newest Multibiometric Identification System (MBIS). Multibiometric Identification System This latest version, MBIS 5, integrates new generation algorithms, which provide a higher matching accuracy rate with a shorter response time and a more user-friendly interface. The...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, has been awarded a contract to provide Finland with a new high-security driver’s license cards and personalization services solution, incorporating the European second-generation smart Tachograph solution.  This collaboration reflects HID’s commitment to enhancing security and efficiency in Finland's transportation systems. configurable solution Finland will benefit from a comprehensive, tailor-made, and configurable sol...

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has recently picked up an award to celebrate their achievement and partnership with Suprema.  SGPP Conference The awards were presented at the Suprema Global Partner Program SGPP Conference held in Bali on 15th-17th November. Mayflex Sales Director, Ross McLetchie collected the award on behalf of Mayflex from Hanchul Kim the Chief Executive Officer for Suprema Inc. Reliable, customer-focused solutions Their extensive product rang...

From sporting events and shows to parties and concerts, whatever happens at the Rudolf Weber-Arena in Oberhausen, Germany, up to 12,700 spectators can be on hand to cheer on their idols. The venue is extremely popular with spectators and event organizers alike, not only because of the great variety of events on offer but also because of its size and central location in the Ruhr area.  Bosch upgrade To ensure that event-goers continue to benefit from the highest standards of safety and se...

Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology for 25 years lends its expertise in advanced identity authentication to help organizations in the United States combat the 373 million dollar-a-year problem of buddy punching and time theft according to the American Association of Payroll. By updating outdated time and attendance systems, companies can solve multiple problems including eliminating manual record keeping, increasing worker and management efficiency as well and building te...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the Intersec 2024 security event, which takes place from 16th-18th January in Dubai. Celebrating its 25th year in 2024, Intersec Dubai is a key fixture in the international security calendar and TDSi will be showcasing solutions using its GARDiS security ecosystem of hardware and software, including the latest version of its GARDiS software (v2.6), its new GARDiSVU VMS solution, and the recentl...

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Partisia Blockchain and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO Valais-Wallis) are poised to transform the management of digital identities for Swiss citizens. This partnership aims to develop a decentralized electronic identity system in harmony with the Swiss Federal Council’s unwavering commitment to data privacy and security. Redefining digital identity management This collaboration marks a significant leap toward re...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics, has been selected in the '2023 Global Top 50 Security Company' announced by a pioneering global security media, A&S International for the 13th consecutive year. List of top 50 companies A&S International annually announces a list of the top 50 companies pioneering the market based on product sales and revenue. Suprema has ranked in the top 50 for 13 consecutive years since 2011.  Additionally, Suprema has been recognized...

Koning Willem I College in north-east Brabant, Netherlands, offers a broad range of educational and integration programs. In total, around 18,000 students take 250 courses at its 16 locations. A new location on Onderwijsboulevard in 's-Hertogenbosch was designed to be a model modern educational institution and this included its access control. Need for a modern locking solution The imposing new building has modern rooms that provide opportunities for consultation, collaboration in small and l...

Global channel services provider, Agilitas IT Solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership this week with Solink, a world-class business that provides trusted, cloud video surveillance systems. Driven by a shared commitment to safety and customer service, paired with Agilitas’ global footprint and Solink's best-in-class technology, the partnership will empower both organizations to serve a broader global customer base. Video surveillance systems This partnership comes at...

Codelocks is celebrating two years since its successful European expansion, providing access control solutions across the continent. In that time, Codelocks has completed projects with organizations of all sizes from solar-powered electric bike ports to storage solutions for some of Europe’s largest supermarket chains. Codelocks established its European operation in 2021 to meet customer demand and offer enhanced delivery and distribution. Its first strategic milestone was hiring Europea...

RecFaces announces the long-awaited opening of their office in Delhi, India. The company is actively working on opening branches in different parts of the world to stay close to the customers, so Delhi is just the beginning of a big journey. The company reports that the new office will be equipped with a demo room where clients will have the opportunity to get acquainted with RecFaces products live.  Id-Gate and Id-Guard Visitors will be able to see the features of such solutio...

With a three-decade legacy, Matrix stands as a globally acclaimed presence in the realms of Telecom and Security. Serving organizations across the spectrum of sizes, Matrix has become synonymous with excellence by providing holistic solutions spanning Telecom, Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. Tailored to meet the diverse communication and security needs of enterprises, Matrix continues to be a stalwart in delivering comprehensive and cutting-edge enterprise-grade solutio...

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity and data security, has been positioned by Gartner® as a Challenger in the Magic Quadrant™ for Access Management for its offering, the Entrust Identity as a Service IAM solution. The evaluation was based on specific criteria that analyzed the company’s overall completeness of vision and ability to execute. Entrust was one of just 11 providers placed in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Access Management. Robust first line of defense “T...

ISC East 2023, the Northeast’s security and public safety event built by RX Global, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor Security Industry Association (SIA) and partnership with ASIS NYC, delivered another year of successful programming.  Over three days, ISC East featured keynote speakers, educational sessions, professional development, and over 220 exhibitors highlighting the latest technologies and solutions across the security industry.  Attendance numbers From Nov...

Vorbasse Market, known as 'Denmark's Biggest Family Tradition', is visited by up to 250,000 people every year. It began in 1730 as a horse and trader market and this continues, with the area hosting up to 500 horses, 650 traders, and more than 200 small animal traders annually. It has also expanded to include a campsite, one of Denmark’s largest traveling fairgrounds, and an entertainment program that includes DJs and live music.   The challenge at Vorbasse Market The team at...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, has defended Command Center’s title as Best Integrated System for HSPD-12/FIPS 201 Compliance with a Platinum award at the 2023 ASTORS Homeland Security Awards. This is Gallagher’s 7th overall ASTORS win and the second year in a row that the Command Center has been recognized in the HSPD-12/FIPS 201 Compliance category.   Adaptable and streamlined solution “Federal compliance mandates change rapidly in response...

Nedap, a global pioneer in physical security solutions announces that their physical access control system, AEOS, has been awarded CAPSS accreditation. AEOS is one of only three physical access control systems with CAPSS accreditation, certified by the UK’s National Protective Security Authority (NPSA). Cybersecurity assurance In addition, AEOS is one of only two physical access control systems entered into the Catalogue of Security Equipment’s (CSE) CAPSS and AACS categories. Th...

One of the UK’s crowd safety and security specialists has warned of a continued and serious threat to life and public safety at music, sports, and entertainment events by rogue security guards who are fraudulently obtaining security industry association (SIA) security work licenses and who are supposed to be safeguarding and protecting the public. Lloyd Major, a former National Counter Terrorism police officer and specialist adviser in crowd safety and security, whose tech company Halo So...

IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technologies, and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), the science and tech arm of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in Singapore, announced that they have signed a master agreement under a Strategic Partnership for Innovation (SPI) to collaborate on research and development in biometrics and forensics technologies. The partnership will accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions to ensure the safety and security of Singapore citi...

Connect ONE® takes the complexity out of managing visitors to the premises with registration and preregistration features that collect data on access around the facility, track the whereabouts of visitors, and assess the health and safety of individuals before they enter. Dealers and their customers have more data and details on visitors, adding new tangible value to access control in a unified platform.   Visitor management Keeping paper logs for visitor management doesn’...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the major cloud access control platform built for mobile introduces PDK.io 2.0 which expands features, functionality, and scalability to support enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites. PDK.io 2.0 features With version 2.0, doors connected to disparate PDK Cloud Nodes can be managed as a single customer system and credential holders can reside in a single database and be distributed across one or many locations. PDK.io 2.0 fe...

Verkada was founded in 2016 to modernize enterprise-grade video security, but currently, it does much more than video security alone. Verkada’s security ecosystem is designed to make the job of protecting people and property as easy and effective as possible. To them, protection covers everything from badging into work to monitoring the air people breathe while they're there. Latest features and updates As Verkada makes progress toward delivering the operating system of the modern comme...

The government’s fingerprint database (‘FAED’), which has been running since 1990, is often pivotal in police criminal investigations and securing court convictions. Faced by constantly rising repeat criminal offender numbers since 2005, it has become imperative to upgrade the forensic police’s IT systems. FAED V3 project This project, dubbed 'FAED V3', aims to ensure at all times top system performance to definitively identify criminals. FAED V3 development is a huge...

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted identity, payments, and data announced a technology alliance partnership with NEDAP, an access control provider, to deliver interoperability between credential issuance and ID program management capabilities. Managing physical access for people, visitors and assets is complex and ever-evolving. Organizations seek access control programs that can provide both credential issuance and access management capabilities but find that they need to manage multiple ven...