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Matrix, a renowned provider of security and telecom solutions, successfully participated in the recently concluded Security and Fire Expo, the largest event of its kind in South India. Held on the 5th and 6th of July at the prestigious Chennai Trade Centre, the expo brought together leading exhibitors, consultants, industry experts, and key government officials from Indian security industries. Cutting-edge technologies and innovative products Matrix, being a trusted and reliable provider of...

Edge360, the company that delivers the industry’s most comprehensive containerized video management solution, announced that Surveill VMS has won a gold-level 2023 Secure Campus Award in the video surveillance solutions category. The Secure Campus Awards are an annual acknowledgment by Campus Security & Life Safety magazine that honors outstanding achievements in the enhancement of campus security, recognizing the very best technologies, services, and education programs that the indus...

G4S Japan has created a bespoke 24/7 Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) exclusively for one customer, a Fortune 200 global cloud-based software company that prioritizes the safety and welfare of its employees across the Asia-Pacific region. The requirements of G4S Japan were high English and Japanese language skills, the ability to react quickly to any situation and to operate like a public emergency call center. Global Security Operations Centre Between May and October Japan braces its...

viisights, Inc., a global pioneer in behavioral recognition video analytics, proudly announces the release of Wise 3.0, ushering in the next generation of advanced proactive and preemptive analytics for professional security, safety, and business intelligence applications. Wise 3.0 Wise 3.0 provides significant improvements in processing throughput and speed impacting overall performance, specifically in high recall and low false positive rates. The new release also provides higher levels of...

Matrix is all geared up to participate in the prestigious 4th Rail and Metro Technology Conclave 2023. At the Rail event, Matrix will present its comprehensive range of security products and solutions in the domains of IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. In the line of business communication, Matrix will exhibit its wide portfolio of telecom products and solutions. With technology and customer concerns at the forefront, Matrix heavily invests in researching, designing, a...

CPNetCon will premiere in Hannover, Germany, from 23 to 24 November 2023. Janez Lenarčič, European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management, will open the new civil protection event. The European Commission’s Union Civil Protection Knowledge Network is a patron organization.  CPNetCon is a hub for knowledge transfer and networking that promotes the future development of civil protection. The event aligns with the values that the European Commission promotes with t...

According to Regula’s survey, for more than a quarter (28%) of organizations around the world, compliance and legal requirements are the major reason for implementing an identity verification solution. The challenge is to find the right one, which is trustworthy and efficient, in whatever country or industry a company operates in. For Vaiie, a Jersey-based KYC solutions provider, this challenge turned out to be the starting point in creating a new, fully compliant online identity verifica...

Teledyne FLIR integrator Thermal Vision Research is working with a pioneering manufacturer of life-saving protective equipment for military applications, BCB International, to do exactly that. With 160 years of experience in developing protective technology, BCB International provides bespoke camouflage materials that conceal equipment and personnel across a spectrum of different wavelengths to ensure that secrecy and safety work as one. Precise insights vs prohibitive environments BCB tests...

Frequentis purchased 100% of the Norwegian software company GuardREC ATC, which develops recorder solutions for the air traffic control (ATC) market. The company has many years of knowledge and experience in safety- and operation-critical applications. The seller was the Norwegian EMBRON Group, www.embrongroup.com. Author's quote “Our market studies revealed great potential in the recorder market, and by bringing together the expertise of our existing Frequentis DIVOS prod...

Checkpoint Systems, a global pioneer in RFID and RF security solutions, has announced it is working with McDonald’s France to incorporate RFID technology into the global fast-food giant’s new reusable containers. Eliminating unnecessary packaging The move comes following McDonald’s commitment to eliminating unnecessary packaging and contributing to the improvement of recycling systems. It also coincides with the introduction of new French legislation that came into effect in...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems protection company, has announced the global expansion of its FOCUS Partner Program, with the addition of several Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), including IBM, Rockwell Automation, NTT Data, eSentire and several others. Held at the highest level of qualification in the FOCUS Partner Program with extensive training and certifications, Claroty’s MSSP partners are uniquely equipped to help end user organizations improve their security posture...

Glasswall, a fast-growing enterprise cybersecurity software firm that specializes in file-based security, has secured £5 million from HSBC UK’s Growth Lending fund. Zero-trust approach Glasswall takes a zero-trust approach to files and is a global pioneer in Content Disarm & Reconstruction (CDR) technology.  With the support of HSBC’s strong international network, Glasswall will strengthen its position in both the UK and US public and commercial sectors, while deepe...

Videonetics is all set to unveil its latest Artificial Intelligence-powered Unified Video Management Platform for the Southeast Asia Market at Secutech Vietnam 2023, scheduled from July 19th to July 21st, 2023, in Hanoi, Vietnam. As one of the region’s most influential trade shows for comprehensive security, fire safety, and smart building solutions, Secutech Vietnam provides an unrivaled gateway for domestic and overseas players to gather genuine business leads and find cutting-edge tech...

Introduction A pioneering private sector bank offers financial solutions through its nationwide branches, headquartered in Mumbai, India. They required a single-box communication system that could accommodate 1250 Analog users while being integrated with other brands' PBX systems Over IP. Challenges The bank wanted a compact IP PBX system with all the end users as Analog extensions. ETERNITY LE could accommodate up to 1100 Analog users as its other slots were occupied with PRI cards. Inc...

The G4S Fire and Security team is working in partnership with award-winning building services contractor, Briggs & Forrester, on three large, high-profile real estate projects across the UK. Supply and install fire and life safety The Cocoa Works in York, 135 Park Street in London, and Phoenix in Leeds will provide a mix of residential, office, and retail space, and are being undertaken with sustainability and urban regeneration at the core. Operating in full support of these objectives, G...

As one of the busiest airports in the United States, Arizona international airport faces the immense challenge of balancing continuous operation and site security, in keeping with its moniker “America’s Friendliest Airport.” The airport is so busy that on February 13, 2023, it marked a milestone of over 200,000 daily passenger volume, according to a recent press release from the airport management. HVM solution The Federal Aviation Administration also noted that in 2022 alon...

Connectivity and convenience are key themes in the latest edition of the biennial Wireless Access Control Report. Using data gathered from a new survey of 400 security, facilities management, and IT professionals, the Wireless Access Control Report 2023 identifies trends that will shape this market and customers’ experience over the coming years. The Report was published by IFSEC Insider and includes expert contributions from analysts Omdia and Digital Access Solutions pioneers at ASSA AB...

Michael Arov will be the newly appointed Head of Cytek, announced by Cytek, with effect from 1st July. Michael Arov A trailblazer in cybersecurity innovation, Arov brings more than 25 years of experience, advising major corporates and governments on cybersecurity strategy, implementation, and architecture. He has designed cybersecurity ecosystems for critical infrastructure, national computer emergency response teams, sectorial security operations centers (SOCs), and cyber end-to-end solution...

Research has revealed summer is the second worst time of year for burglaries in the UK, with over 277,000 recorded.  Crime and burglary rates  Security experts at ADT have looked at government and ONS data to determine the crime and burglary rates for different police force areas in the UK. They also looked at these figures per quarter, to see which time of the year has the highest crime and burglary rates. Seasonal offenses Time of the year that burglary...

Skills for Security’s sponsorship event at the House of Lords on 23rd May was a point of reflection for all. Challenges in the security industry There were a lot of important conversations about the challenges facing the security industry – the skills crisis, lack of career pathways, recruitment and retention, and lack of new people joining. While those points of reflection have already led to great things – notably a £200k investment into charitable activities within...

The University of Lincoln’s striking city center campus provides a modern student-centered community, based on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront. One of the most important things for a new undergraduate, however, is safe and secure accommodation and Lincoln has a plentiful supply of this in the shape of modern purpose-built student accommodation, either on campus or a short distance distance away. Among these are St Mark’s Accommodation, Viking House and Cygnet Wharf which ar...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that Toronto’s Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) has updated its overall security stance with Genetec™ Security Center and Genetec Clearance™.  WEG selected the open, unified Genetec platform with an eye toward future growth. Streamlining security operations Founded in 1881 as the Ontario Jockey Club, WEG owns and operates Woodbine Racetrac...

DSIT Solutions Ltd., a globally renowned provider of Underwater Defense and Security Solutions, has announced the appointment of Vice Admiral (Ret.) Eliyahu Sharvit as the company's President. DSIT specializes in advanced sonar systems and acoustics technologies for naval, homeland security, and energy manufacturers. As a subsidiary of RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., DSIT offers cutting-edge capabilities that are widely used around the world. Wealth of experience Eliyahu Sharvit brings...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup, and program for the 2023 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young leaders and those new to the security industry. AcceleRISE 2023 will take place Aug. 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. Conference Agenda AcceleRISE is an exciting, innovative conference created specifically for young security talent and designed to ignite new thinking, strengthen leadership and sharpen business acumen. Acc...

Matrix, a security and telecom solutions provider, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Security and Fire Expo. This highly anticipated event brings together renowned exhibitors, consultants, industry experts, and key government officials from both the Indian and international security industries.  Cutting-edge technologies on Exhibit Matrix aims to showcase its innovative products and cutting-edge technologies at the event, further solidifying its position as a trus...

Amthal’s Alarm Receiving Center, East Midlands Central Station (EMCS), is ECHO-connected, further strengthening its proactive capabilities in alarm monitoring and response. The Electronic Call Handling Operations Ltd (ECHO) initiative was set up by the National Police Chiefs’ Council to meet the needs of policing and alarm industry response to security systems. It’s a fully automated electronic alarm transmission service between alarm receiving centers (ARCs) and the poli...

Pyronix has won at the British Security Awards 2023 in the ‘Innovative Security Project’ category with their CarDefender; a complete industry-first, combined technology device. The CarDefender works in conjunction with Pyronix alarm systems when in wireless range of the control panel to deliver instant notification via HomeControl2.0 in the event of attempted theft, it can even raise the house alarm if desired. British Security Awards The British Security Awards are held by the B...

Allied Universal®, a security and facility services provider, announces the appointment of Jose Ubieta as president of the company’s mid-Atlantic region. Ubieta oversees sales, operations, profitability and growth of the company’s guarding business while partnering with other business units to expand service offerings in the region.  Ubieta most recently served as regional vice president for the company’s Miami, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Island territories where he...

Web intelligence provider Oxylabs helps its clients address growing cases of online fraud with proactive measures to safeguard businesses and mitigate risks. Online fraud threat The threat of online fraud is on the rise, with counterfeited merchandise sales, data breaches, and email phishing attempts posing significant risks to businesses. Fortunately, companies have effective strategies at their disposal to combat fraudulent activities and prevent such crimes from occurring. Andrius Palionis...

Johnson Controls, a pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced it has won the 2023 Microsoft Global Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Partner of the Year Award. "Our OpenBlue connected solutions run on Microsoft Azure and use the power of data to put smart, healthy, sustainable buildings within reach for businesses around the world," said Vijay Sankaran, chief technology officer at Johnson Controls. "From hospitals, universities, and schools to stadiums, airports, shi...