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Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces that, based on strong customer demand, Clumio, a Commvault company, is extending its cloud-native cyber resilience capabilities to Google Cloud Storage, while expanding support for the leading hyperscaler environments. Customers using Google Cloud Storage can leverage Clumio to protect and recover large-scale datasets powering AI and analytics workloads.  With this announcement, Clumio is bringing proven resilience...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the organization for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education worldwide, announces the winners of its Annual Awards 2026, recognizing outstanding achievement across the global university security community. The awards were presented on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, at the AUCSO Gala Dinner and Awards Evening, held in the Great Hall at the University of Exeter, as part of the AUCSO Annual Conference and AGM 2026. M...

In busy offices, gyms, schools, hospitals, or co-working spaces, nobody wants to leave their belongings lying around, risking loss or theft. It often makes sense to provide space users with secure locker access. However, managing physical locker keys eats up staff time. Coin-operated lockers are inconvenient in an increasingly cashless world. The solution: digital access for lockers. A digital lock designed specifically for lockers and cabinets solves the most important challenges facing any se...

Award‑winning design meets intelligent building communication: the D31x Series from DoorBird has been honored with the internationally renowned iF DESIGN AWARD 2026, recognizing its pioneering design language and outstanding functional quality in the field of IP Video Door Stations. Developed for use in multi‑tenant buildings and larger building complexes, the series combines sophisticated aesthetics with high‑performance IP technology. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the world’s most impor...

dormakaba named Heather Torrey as its new Executive Vice President for the Americas. Torrey comes to dormakaba from Honeywell, where she most recently served as the General Manager for the Security and Access Solutions business in the Americas. A proven transformative leader, Torrey brings experience commercial organizations, managing complex channel structures, and working in international environments, including more than a decade in the Asia-Pacific region. Strengthening customer engagement...

Reconeyez, a provider of AI-powered, autonomous security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as Vice President - Sales EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as the company enters a new phase of international expansion, having joined the VOSKER group. Peter Young, CEO of Reconeyez, welcomed Mark, saying: “Mark joins Reconeyez at an incredibly exciting time for the business. Having joined the VOSKER group, we are bringing together two industry-leading techno...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announces that it has entered a multi-year subscription agreement and marketing partnership with the Athletic Department at the University of Washington. The University, which has an enrollment of more than 52,000 students at its flagship Seattle campus, fields teams in twenty men’s and women’s sports and is a perennial Big 10 and national athletic powe...

As global trade regulations grow more complex and enforcement intensifies, organizations are under increasing pressure to modernise how they manage export controls, sanctions, and tariffs. In response, American Conference Institute (ACI) is proud to announce the launch of Trade Compliance Tech, a first-of-its-kind conference focused entirely on the technologies transforming trade compliance. Taking place July 22–23, 2026 at the DC Bar Association, ACI’s Trade Compliance Tech is the...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is preparing for a strong return to The Security Event (TSE) 2026 in Birmingham later this month, bringing a wave of new solutions, an expanded European presence, and a continued focus on meaningful industry connection. Taking place at the NEC from 28-30 April (stand 5/F90), the event will provide a platform for Gallagher to demonstrate how its latest innovations are helping organizations unlock more while navigating an increasingly...

Nedap, a pioneer in item-level inventory visibility, announces a partnership with VF Corporation, a pioneer in apparel, footwear and equipment whose portfolio of iconic active and outdoor lifestyle brands includes The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®. As part of the collaboration, VF Corporation will deploy the Nedap Inventory Engine across its brand portfolio and 1,500+ stores, creating a stronger foundation for end-to-end inventory visibility and more seamless, data-driven retail...

RGO College in Middelharnis has selected an Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise network infrastructure solution to ensure secure connectivity for its students and staff. Located in Goeree-Overflakkee. this comprehensive secondary school offers education at multiple levels, including gymnasium, atheneum, HAVO and MAVO1. With approximately 1,000 students, RGO College focuses on inspiring education, personal development and thorough preparation for higher education in a modern and future-oriented learn...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, has named Peter Hargittay as its new Chief Revenue Officer. He brings more than 25 years’ experience designing revenue systems that align marketing, sales, partnerships and customer success. Hargittay’s background spans branding, demand generation, enterprise sales, partner ecosystems, and post-sale organizations. As CRO for Elite, he will be responsible for all revenue-generat...

Advantex has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to protecting customer data, systems, and operations. ISO 27001 is the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a structured, risk-based approach to managing sensitive information. This ISO 27001 accreditation confirms that Advantex’s processes, controls, and governance meet rigorous global standards and hav...

Comelit-PAC has launched GDX Next, the next generation of its established GDX door entry platform, designed to support the operational and security requirements of local authorities and private social housing providers managing residential estates. For many years, GDX systems have been installed across local authority and social housing properties, helping to manage secure access to apartment buildings and shared entrances. Remote management strategies As housing providers oversee increasingl...

Gunnebo Canada in partnership with Hamilton Security has delivered a large-scale vault solution for a major third-party logistics provider in Canada’s pharmaceutical sector, supporting a new approach to the secure storage of controlled substances. The project is the first vault of its kind in Canada to be manufactured and commissioned in line with updated Health Canada requirements, enabling the storage of narcotics under multiple licences within a single facility. Meeting regulatory req...

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a pioneer in digital imaging solutions, announces the release of the MS-510, an innovative multi-purpose camera engineered to meet the rigorous demands of ultra-low-light full-color video shooting. Building on the success of the MS-500, the new MS-510 is designed to deliver high-fidelity captures of everything from nocturnal wildlife and natural nightscapes to high-security areas such as seaports, public infrastructure facilities, and national borders where "seeing the unseen...

After five years of driving innovation through digital channels, secsolutionforum is set to take the stage in Bologna, marking a pivotal moment in the event's evolution. The exhibition-conference will take place on October 7–8, 2026, at the BolognaFiere exhibition center. Organized by Ethos Media Group, this strategic shift to an in-person format aims to foster deeper connections across the security and cybersecurity ecosystem. The choice of BolognaFiere—a world-class international...

Redsquid, the UK-based managed technology and cybersecurity provider, has announced a significant expansion of its business with the acquisition of Partnership Education, strengthening its specialist education sector capability as it continues to scale across the UK. The acquisition of Partnership Education by B Corp-certified Redsquid, brings a highly established education-focused technology provider and nearly 80 employees into the Redsquid group. It is Redsquid’s biggest acquisition to...

Allied Universal®, the pioneer security and facility services company, is pleased to announce that its chief security officer, retired Major General William J. Walker U.S. Army, has been named to the Government Executive 2026 Hall of Fame for his distinguished federal law enforcement and military career.   “General Walker’s induction into the Government Executive Hall of Fame is a significant recognition of his outstanding contributions to national security and public...

Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology and services, will showcase their integrated portfolio of mission-critical data center solutions and services to Data Center World in Washington, D.C., April 20-23. At the center of the showcase will be a live application of a full-scale Krieger STC 51 specialty door, seamlessly integrated with the Schlage L Series Electronic Latch Retraction and LCN 4040XP heavy duty closer. The exhibit demonstrates how Allegion integrates physical...

The guidance sets out how the SIA intends to carry out its role as regulator for the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, known as Martyn’s Law. The new law is expected to come into force in Spring 2027. Martyn’s Law—named in memory of Martyn Hett, who was one of 22 people killed in the horrific Manchester Arena terrorist attack—aims to keep people safe by ensuring that publicly accessible premises and events are better prepared and protected in the event of an a...

Starburst, a pioneer enterprise intelligence platform, announces its AI Data Assistant (AIDA), a new capability that helps organizations move from static reporting to faster, more context-aware decision-making. With AIDA, users can explore and analyze trusted enterprise data using natural language, making it easier to turn questions into actionable insight. Teams wait months for the creation of dashboards, export the results into spreadsheets for further analysis, and still question whether the...

Interface Systems, a provider of AI-powered security and expert remote video monitoring for restaurants, retailers, and commercial businesses, today released its 2026 Retail Loss Prevention Benchmark Report, an annual study based on 1.6 million remote monitoring events across 18,258 U.S. retail locations and 51 brands throughout 2025. The report provides operational data at a scale to help retail loss prevention leaders understand when risk peaks, which threats escalate fastest, and which inter...

iDenfy, a global identity verification and fraud prevention service provider, has introduced a simplified onboarding solution powered by electronic bank-based identity checks. Businesses that previously relied on physical ID document verification can now give users the option to complete the process through an electronic ID eIDV flow when official documents are not in hand. This update addresses a common issue in Know Your Customer KYC onboarding, where customers abandon the process simply beca...

Herta has announced the upcoming launch of Herta v4, the next generation of its platform, arriving next month. Designed to deliver stronger security, improved performance and greater scalability, the new release marks an important step in the company’s ongoing evolution of advanced biometric technology. Herta v4 introduces a modernised platform architecture created to meet the growing demands of today’s security and operational environments. The new version is designed to help custo...

Gallagher Security has wrapped up another successful year at ISC West 2026, using the industry’s premier event to demonstrate the power of integration, debut innovation, and lead discussion on the future of security. Held March 23–27 at the Venetian Expo, ISC West saw strong engagement at Gallagher’s booth, which served as a hub for connection and conversation. Partners, End Users, and industry leaders spent time with the team exploring how a unified and interoperable security...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announces a multi-year renewal and expansion of its hardware and software subscription agreement with Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The renewal extends the arena’s original 2024 deployment of Evolv Express® and expands the partnership to include Evolv eXpedite™, the company’s autonomous bag-screening system, further strengthening entry...

Commvault, a global pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces two leadership appointments, effective immediately, to support the company’s continued growth strategy. Both roles report to Commvault’s President and CEO, Sanjay Mirchandani. Gary Merrill has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With more than two decades of experience at Commvault, Merrill spent 15 years in the finance organization, including as CFO from 2022–2024. As CFO, Merrill utilised...

SAGE Integration Inc. proudly welcomes Matthew “Matt” LaRue as Critical Infrastructure Manager. Matt is an accomplished security professional with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and expansion across the security and technology sectors. Trusted industry expert Throughout his career, he has managed large-scale accounts in the Utility, PetroChem, and Energy industries, led high-performing sales teams, and played a key role in revenue growth in the Energy sect...

SECON & eGISEC 2026 attracted 412 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions and 26,389 industry professionals from over 31 countries and regions. The event featured 32 conference tracks, over 159 sessions, more than 410 business-matching meetings, and over 170 international hosted buyers. Held at KINTEX from 18–20 March, SECON & eGISEC 2026 highlighted the growing convergence of physical and cybersecurity in the AI era. Now in its 25th edition, SECON, together with eGISEC, is the w...