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Euralarm has published a position paper on Article 5.4 of the proposed Digital Networks Act (DNA), welcoming the objective of improving transparency around network technology migrations while warning that the currently proposed two-year notice period is insufficient for life-safety services. Fire safety, security and social alarm systems across Europe rely heavily on public electronic communications networks to transmit emergency signals. Millions of installed devices – including fire ala...

Genetec Inc, the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces its plans for The Security Event, taking place from 28-30 April 2026 at the NEC in Birmingham. Alongside strategic partners, it will demonstrate how emerging technologies, including cloud, AI, unified platforms, and modern system architectures, are reshaping the security landscape. Genetec will host visitors on Stand 5/J10, where it will be presenting its unified platform, cloud-enabled architecture, and a rapidly expa...

Matrix announced native integration of its enterprise-grade Network Cameras with Milestone XProtect®, the world’s pioneer open platform video management software. The integration is officially verified and listed under Milestone’s Supported Devices List, providing independent confirmation of interoperability for consultants, system integrators, and enterprise customers. Integration benefits The integration enables Matrix cameras to operate seamlessly within Milestone XPr...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Rollerdoor Group (“Rollerdoor”), a sectional door manufacturer based in Portugal. "I am very pleased to welcome Rollerdoor to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Entrance systems division "Welcoming Rollerdoor into the Entrance Systems Division strengthens our posi...

Athena Security, a provider of AI-enabled physical security solutions, announces its Ambulance Bay Weapons Detection System. Powered by a new Ambulance Bay AI Agent, the system automates weapons screening for patients arriving via stretcher or wheelchair—removing the need for hand-wanding and closing one of healthcare’s most critical security gaps. “The ambulance bay has always been one of the hardest areas in healthcare to secure,” says Lisa Falzone, co-founder and Pres...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has welcomed Amanda Garzon to serve as chief operating officer (COO). Amanda Garzon oversees the association’s strategic execution and day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment across internal functions and delivery of SIA’s programs and initiatives. She is an experienced executive with a background spanning the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Most recently, Garzon served as COO of the Hydrocephalus Association, where she supported organizat...

SALTO WECOSYSTEM announces a strategic reorganisation of its regional operations in the Americas, establishing Salto Americas as a unified region including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA). The transition from Salto North America to Salto Americas reflects the company’s continued focus on strengthening regional alignment, enhancing collaboration, and supporting long-term growth across interconnected markets, said SALTO WECOSYSTEM Chief Sales an...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces that Lincoln County Schools (LCS) in North Carolina has modernised its district-wide security infrastructure using Genetec™ Security Center, unifying video surveillance, access control, and intrusion systems across its schools and support facilities. Lincoln County Schools serves over 11,000 students across 23 schools, including 13 elementary schools, four middle schools, four high schools, a technology s...

ZeroEyes, creators of the pioneer AI-powered visual threat intelligence platform, announced a partnership with Ark Strategic to provide a 3D mapping solution. Available in limited release, it delivers situational awareness at a level of detail and responsiveness far beyond traditional mapping solutions, empowering schools, law enforcement, and first responders to act with confidence in critical moments. About Ark Strategic’s 3D mapping solution Ark Strategic’s 3D mapping solution...

Kaseya, the global provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, announces the opening of a new Silicon Valley office to accelerate its investment in artificial intelligence and next-generation product innovation. The expansion underscores Kaseya’s commitment to redefining how MSPs and businesses operate, secure and scale through AI-driven automation. Located in the heart of the world’s most advanced technology ecosystem, the new office will serve as a strategic h...

ABUS and 1st Call Lock and Key Shop (LKS) are celebrating over a decade’s partnership, reflecting a professional relationship built on continuity, technical development and shared standards within the security and construction sector. Established in 2004, LKS has expanded its presence in the industry over the past 20 years. Since beginning its direct partnership with ABUS in 2014, the business has placed a strong emphasis on product knowledge, structured training and the consistent applic...

Security has become a fundamental requirement for modern businesses. From protecting physical assets to ensuring employee safety and regulatory compliance, organizations increasingly rely on digital security infrastructure. One of the most important components of this infrastructure is the Door Access Control system, which determines who can enter a facility, where they can go, and when they can access specific areas. Global demand for access control technology The global demand for access c...

Telguard, a trusted pioneer in alarm communications, announced the upcoming availability of the TG‑7FX Sole Path Fire Communicator, a streamlined cellular solution designed to support reliable signal delivery for commercial fire alarm systems.  About TG‑7FX Built for straightforward installations and broad compatibility, the TG‑7FX delivers exactly what commercial fire applications require: dependable connectivity, universal panel support, and compliance with key fire signaling standards....

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based screening designed to create safer experiences, today announced the implementation of its Evolv Express system at KC Live!, the signature entertainment destination within the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Evolv Express® uses advanced sensor technology and AI to detect concealed threats. The system is designed to screen visitors effectively while helping minimize congestion and disruptions to...

Nice will showcase its next generation of garage door operators (GDOs) at IDAExpo+ 2026, taking place April 14–17 at the Sahara Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Convention Center. Designed with both installers and end-users in mind, the new platform, showcased at Booth #1307, introduces a smarter, more streamlined approach to residential and commercial garage door control, delivering dependable, long-lasting performance; simplified, turnkey installation; and a sleek, modern housing featuring i...

Nice announces MCX, a new commercial door operator platform designed for demanding applications across warehouses, loading docks, and industrial facilities. Attendees of IDAExpo+ 2026 will be among the first to see the platform in person, with Nice showcasing MCX at booth #1307. The platform launches across three models — the MCX-J jackshaft operator, the MCX-H jackshaft hoist, and the MCX-GH heavy-duty jackshaft hoist — and will be available through the Nice authorized distributor...

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida is home to the NFL’s Miami Dolphins — and a year-round destination for major events. Beyond football, the broader campus supports large-scale operations throughout the year, including international events and a race circuit that runs around the stadium complex. Operationally, the environment changes day to day. On weekdays, the stadium may seem quiet on the outside, but inside the venue is bustling with employees preparing for the next maj...

A Cupertino startup founded by a former Apple engineer who helped develop Face ID has spent a decade building the alternative — and today announced it has raised $50 million to bring it to the world. Alcatraz, which makes an AI-powered physical access control system that authenticates employees without retaining any personal biometric data, has closed a $50 million Series B funding round, bringing total capital raised to more than $100 million. The round was led by BlackPeak Capital, Cogi...

Hexnode announces the expansion of its Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS), Hexnode LAPS, to macOS. Managed centrally through the Hexnode Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) console, the solution now delivers enterprise-grade local administrator credential security and privileged access safeguards across both Windows and macOS. By eliminating the reliance on static credentials, siloed account configurations, and directory-tied access models, this expansion allows IT teams to strengthen l...

iDenfy, a global identity verification and fraud prevention service provider, announced a major update to its most popular solution, ID verification, a non-document verification flow. Businesses that previously used iDenfy’s physical ID document verification can now offer their users the option to complete the process through the electronic ID (eIDV) flow when a physical document is not available. The update directly addresses one of the industry’s most persistent problems of legiti...

3DX-RAY Ltd, a pioneer in advanced X-ray imaging technology, has announced the sale of another Threat Scan®-LSC system to a customer in the Middle East. As the security situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate, another critical national infrastructure customer in the Middle East has ordered a further ThreatScan LSC, combination portable x-ray system, to enhance their security. Maximum operational flexibility The 3DX-RAY Threat Scan®-LSC is a portable x-ray inspection syst...

Malwarebytes, a global pioneer in online protection, announced the completion of its first independent third-party security audit of the AzireVPN infrastructure. Malwarebytes acquired AzireVPN in 2024 to bring its bespoke privacy features to its VPN solution and now leverages the AzireVPN infrastructure. The comprehensive assessment, conducted by renowned security audit provider X41 D-Sec, validates the integrity of Malwarebytes infrastructure and its strict adherence to its no-logs policy. In...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the appointment of Cory Morton as Corporate Controller. An experienced finance and accounting leader, he brings expertise in technical accounting, SEC reporting, internal controls, and financial planning. In his new role, he will draw on this experience to support Allient’s operational and growth objectives. Large-sc...

In recognition of World Cloud Security Day on April 3, Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, is highlighting a disconnect between cloud adoption models in physical security and the governance and operational demands of large enterprises. Large organizations need to approach cloud adoption through the lens of governance, risk management, and operational requirements. Most enterprise environments span hundreds of sites, face strict regu...

Permiso Security, the unified identity security platform, announces SandyClaw, the first dynamic analysis platform for AI agent skills. SandyClaw executes skills in a sandboxed environment, records every action at the LLM and operating system level, and delivers a verdict backed by multiple detection engines. Permiso platform customers receive unrestricted access. AI agents require skills to perform useful work: downloadable capabilities that teach them how to interact with tools, APIs, and ser...

Extech, a Teledyne Flir brand, announces the launch of Extech.com, a refreshed, dedicated website designed to make exploring Extech tools easier, faster, and more intuitive for technicians, field professionals, and distributor partners. The new site brings the Extech brand back to its own recognizable online home, offering a modernised experience centred around the tough, reliable tools professionals depend on. Clearer product organization Extech.com delivers streamlined navigation and cleare...

At MODEX 2026, Datalogic presents a new generation of products and technologies designed to transform logistics operations, providing a vital boost to courier services, transportation companies, third-party logistics (3PL) providers, distribution centres, and manufacturing environments. As supply chains accelerate and volumes continue to rise, logistics and warehouse operators require solutions that integrate identification, mobility, automation, and safety into a single operational ecosystem....

Stadiums require access technologies which are versatile, durable, reliable and easily scalable. Finding a single system which meets all these needs, and simultaneously offers digital devices for the wide range of opening types in a typical stadium, is not straightforward. In many cases, security managers resort to running two security systems in parallel. This creates added workload and complexity, especially when they must deploy a mix of digital control and mechanical cylinders at different...

As global events and venues face increasing pressure to deliver safe, secure and seamless operations, Accredit Solutions announces the launch of Accredit OS – a category-defining identity operating system designed to bring control, visibility and compliance to complex environments. From major international tournaments and high-profile sporting events to multi-use venues operating year-round, organizations are managing growing volumes of workforce, media, contractors and visitors often acr...

Busy urban parking lots often need more than simple entry and exit booths. In Manila, one parking lot operator has discovered that Hikvision’s smart parking solution can transform the way they operate, collect revenue, and plan for growth. The challenge: manual processes and growing congestion In a business district in the Philippines capital, Manila, Professional Parking Management Corp (Pro-Parking) operates a public parking facility with space for 58 cars and 180 motorcycles. It&rsquo...