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Iris ID Systems, Inc., a global pioneer in iris recognition technology is at the forefront of accelerating multi-modal iris and face biometric adoption in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding Middle Eastern countries. Since 2013, Iris ID has pioneered its advanced identity authentication solutions with deployments at major Middle East airports and numerous government and commercial entities. Iris ID, celebrating twenty-five plus years, has a suite of new hardware and software products ready...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance, released the 2024 Trends in Video Surveillance report, naming six trends that will directly impact businesses around the world in 2024. This annual report is a resource for business pioneers, security professionals and IT managers, providing information about new technologies such as AI and Licence Plate Recognition (LPR), and analysis and tips about how the technology is being used in schools, global enterprise businesses, ret...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is pleased to announce a new, ten-year agreement with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) OMNIA Partners.  Building on the 25-year history of partnering with OMNIA Partners, Konica Minolta will offer an innovative suite of technology and services to members of OMNIA Partners Private Sector. Video solution services Offerings will include Konica Minolta’s entire line of award-winning bizhub® multifunction printers and Accurio® Pr...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will demonstrate the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center, as well as a range of cloud-ready solutions at Intersec 2024.   Taking place from 16 – 18 January, Intersec 2024 delegates can experience live demonstrations of the latest physical security products, and gain insights on Genetec's advanced technologies that ar...

RecFaces, an international facial recognition software developer, has announced its participation in the upcoming Intersec exhibition in Dubai on 16-18 January, 2024. The company will demonstrate its latest advancements in biometrics, including the way its state-of-the-art facial biometric software solution Id-Guard is integrated with Milestone XProtect VMS. Facial recognition software RecFaces had previously announced that its Id-Guard ready-made facial recognition software has been certifi...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announces a burst of updates including an exciting new member, availability of in-demand educational resources, and support for dozens of Z-Wave Alliance member companies at CES 2024. On the heels of announcing the newly elected Board of Directors, the bevy of announcements from the Z-Wave Alliance marks an explosive start to 2024. OliverIQ Joins the Z-Wave Allian...

3xLOGIC, the pioneering provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, has announced the launch of its innovative VH-DECODER-4K. Perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education, and commercial premises, the VH-DECODER-4K is the ideal device for setting up public view monitors or spot monitors, offering highly cost-effective configuration by connecting directly to a camera network using minimal cabling. Au...

Seznam, also known as Seznam.cz, is one of the largest internet providers and search engines in Czechia. It operates more than 25 different services under associated brands including email, search, advertising, a contact directory, and an app, with millions of unique visitors per month. To provide these services it operates two data centers; Nagoja, which takes up an area of approximately 1,200 square meters, and Kokura, which has recently been expanded with a new data hall.  AI-powered c...

Taglio, the globally renowned independent provider of smart card technologies, has announced that it has joined the PSIA. The company, based in Austin, Texas, was established in 2012, and its products and services have been integrated with many millions of smart cards, devices, and mobile phones worldwide. Physical access “Working with our OEM partners, Taglio’s products are deployed in identity and logical access projects, both large and small,” said GW Habraken, Co-Founder...

Melvin Bradley Kamcheff, better known as Brad, was a 35-year employee of Aiphone Corp. who led the company’s marketing team and was instrumental in developing the company’s strategic marketing plan. Sadly, Brad passed away unexpectedly on December 26th, 2023, at his home in Kirkland, Washington. He was 54 years old. Brad's role in Aiphone Brad was a dedicated employee of Aiphone, getting his start in the shipping department, before moving on to the technical support department, w...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces the release of its latest update to the powerful but highly flexible and secure GARDiS access software – Version 2.6. A host of new solutions-driven and oriented features include integration with CCTV VMS platform Hanwha Vision, bringing a host of CCTV and VMS features to GARDiS, and integration with the Calms Visitor Management Platform, for seamless Visitor Management, Registration, and Verification. Version 2.6 of GA...

Siemens unveiled innovations that are combining the real world and the digital worlds to redefine reality as it opened CES 2024, the world’s pioneering technology gathering. Siemens announced new partnerships and breakthroughs in AI and immersive engineering to enable the industrial metaverse, and highlighted how these technologies are empowering the world’s innovators to thrive using its open digital business platform, Siemens Xcelerator. Author's quote Siemens is proud to anno...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced that Eye on Cloud (EOC) Tech, EOC, a Korea-based video security and thermal imaging IP camera company, will leverage the Teledyne FLIR Lepton® radiometric thermal camera module in its early fire detection (EFD) series of IP cameras. EOC is introducing the series of EFD cameras as part of its Thermal by FLIR collaboration. EV charging stations The HI1612-OH and HI1612-MW series cameras offer multiple resolution o...

OliverIQ announces its official launch at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, with the debut of their groundbreaking Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform. This launch heralds a new era in the smart home by offering a subscription model with unlimited support and a user-friendly app for control and real automation of the most popular smart home devices. Partnering with national and global service providers, OliverIQ aims to scale its SHaaS platform rapidly, offering comprehensive produ...

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, is proud to announce the HR40 Multifunction Remote Control was recognized as a 2024 CES Innovation Award Honoree. To reinforce the importance of innovation and transformation in smart home technology, Paul Williams, Managing Director of the Home Management Business Unit, will discuss evolving product strategies during a panel discussion at Parks Associates’ CONNECTIONS Summit at CES. This year’s participation in CES u...

Userful™, a pioneering provider of IT solutions for core enterprise operations, has announced seven industry-first enhancements for its Infinity Platform that was launched spring of 2023. Scalable, and secure platform Userful’s software-defined AV over IP platform provides a full suite of integrated AV applications built on an IT infrastructure that is centrally managed, scalable, and secure.  It eliminates the operational silos and complexities inherent in traditional AV dep...

Swann, a global pioneer in do-it-yourself security, announces its products - Swann Security’s ActiveResponse™ Personal Safety Alarm and Swann HomeShield™ AI Security Concierge have both been named CES Innovation Award Honorees in the Smart Home category. The announcement was made ahead of CES 2024, the world’s most influential technology event, happening Jan. 9-12, 2024. ActiveResponse™ Personal Alarm The Swann ActiveResponse™ Personal Alarm is a first-of-i...

Paladin Capital Group, the multi-stage investor specializing in cyber, AI, and advanced technology, launched the Paladin Global Institute with Kemba Walden, former Acting National Cyber Director, joining as President. The Paladin Global Institute will serve as a global convening force, building partnerships and stimulating research and advocacy while working to identify and mitigate cyber, AI, and deep tech risks. Cyber, AI, and deep tech risks The Paladin Global Institute’s mission is...

Senstar, a provider of sensing and information management solutions for the protection of critical infrastructure, announces it has received additional LenelS2 factory certification as part of its long-standing membership in the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). Perimeter intrusion sensors Senstar's vast array of perimeter intrusion detection sensors, including FlexZone®, FiberPatrol® FP1150, FiberPatrol® FP400, Senstar LM100, OmniTrax®, UltraWave™, UltraLink&tr...

Pioneering UK-based audible and visual signaling equipment manufacturer Klaxon Signals is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Head of Division. With over 20 industry years’ experience, Neil Grice takes up the position following a number of successful roles including sales and engineering within Klaxon Signals and previously Technical Support roles at Texecom Ltd, the parent company of Klaxon. Neil’s knowledge and experience Neil is trusted with growing key parts across th...

ViewSEC Co., Ltd., a pioneering innovator in surveillance technology, and Morse Micro, a fast-growing fabless semiconductor company focused on Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity with its Wi-Fi HaLow technology, announced a strategic partnership to deliver a new series of security cameras set to redefine the industry. The ViewSEC camera series, comprising outdoor bullet cameras, outdoor dome cameras, and indoor Wi-Fi cameras, stands out in the market by offering long-range Wi-Fi HaLow connect...

With a thirty-year legacy, Matrix has positioned itself as a globally recognized entity in the Security and Telecom Industry. Serving organizations of all scales, Matrix is acclaimed for its dedication to quality, providing holistic solutions in Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom. Tailored to meet diverse communication and security needs, Matrix stands as a reliable source for advanced and comprehensive enterprise solutions. In-house research and design initiativ...

IDIS will be showcasing more surveillance and AI innovations than ever before at this year’s Intersec, (Dubai 16-18 January, stand S1 H25) with tailored solutions for every application, IDIS, South Korea’s largest in-country manufacturer, is known for its offer of advanced, end-to-end video solutions–now this offer is being extended and complemented, with innovations in communications and AI as well as camera technology. IDIS Deep Learning Analytics Among the highlights will...

Altronix, the recognized pioneer in power and data transmission solutions for the professional security industry, has expanded Core4 Technologies’ existing territory which includes MN, ND, and SD to also now cover all of Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, effective December 1st. Built on the core fundamentals of integrity, relationships, and passion to deliver best-in-class solutions, Core4 perfectly aligns with Altronix’s global reputation for unsurpassed excellence. Customers&rsquo...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a comprehensive range of its award-winning key control products at the American Correctional Association’s Winter Conference, January 4-7, 2024 at the Gaylord National Harbor in National Harbor, MD. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, the KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth #1113. Secure corrections operations...

Everon, also known as ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Portland Safe, Inc., based out of Gray, ME. This is the second acquisition that Everon has completed in the last month, following the December 6 announcement that it had acquired Kentucky-based Newtech Systems, and indicates the new standalone company is rapidly making strides toward its goals for geographic expansion and meaningf...

Research conducted by the Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI) and Kennesaw State University has been accepted for publication by the journal Information and Computer Security. 'Organizational perspectives on converged security operations' was published online on November 1 and will appear in an upcoming print issue of the journal. The study is the first phase of a multiphase project that will dive into issues such as metrics, staff group structures, cost, and current practices in...

The Body Shop has installed bespoke Traka RFID locker solutions at its main distribution center to ensure intelligent management and accountability of assets, enhance security, and streamline operations. As a global pioneer in ethical and sustainable beauty products, The Body Shop recognizes the importance of responsible resource management, business practices, and asset security. Traka intelligent locker systems At its main distribution center in Littlehampton, three large-scale Traka intell...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the latest set of dates for its free GARDiS Installer Training for 2024. Available at both TDSi’s Poole in Dorset Headquarters and at Texecom’s Headquarters in Haslingden, Lancashire, these popular installer training sessions are designed to provide the latest updates and specific guidance on the GARDiS ecosystem of integrated access control hardware and software solutions.    The Poole training opport...

A multinational corporation, headquartered in Mumbai, ranked among the Fortune 500, is sustained by an exceptional workforce exceeding 187,000 individuals from 100 different nationalities. The corporation is founded on the principles of creating value for stakeholders, with a history of over seven decades of responsible business practices.  Need for a modernized solution Their enterprises have evolved into global pioneers in various sectors including metals, pulp and fiber, chemicals, te...