Access Control News

The SmartWater Group, an award-winning risk management company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tag Security Holdings (TSH), supported by its primary investment partner, Freshstream. The deal further cements The SmartWater Group’s position as a provider of technology-enabled, intelligence-led security and crime deterrent solutions to customers in construction, infrastructure, engineering, law enforcement, real estate, and retail. Access control products The acquisition is The...

Positive Technologies researchers, Vladimir Kononovich and Alexey Stennikov have discovered vulnerabilities in the Wincor Cineo ATMs, with the RM3 and CMD-V5 dispensers (Wincor is currently owned by Diebold Nixdorf). ATM cyber-attacks With access to the dispenser controller’s USB port, an attacker can install an outdated or modified firmware version (for example, with disabled encryption), to bypass the encryption and make cash withdrawals. Diebold Nixdorf (Diebold Incorporated) has more...

The security industry is booming. Whether technical high-end solutions or highly professional services - almost all sectors reported an increase in turnover last year. "These are the best preconditions for Security Essen 2022,” Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen is pleased to say. "We offer the industry a top-class platform to present new solutions compactly and efficiently to decision-makers, buyers and other experts. Security Essen covers the complete range of the security industry, an...

According to the latest report by Omdia, a global market research firm, Suprema ranks first in global market share, excluding China in the field of biometric readers. Suprema is a provider of access control solutions, including biometric terminals. Biometric technology Omdia said in their Access Control Database 2021 Analysis that Suprema recorded a global market share of about 13% in the field of access control devices using biometric technology such as fingerprint and facial recognition, win...

LiveView Technologies (LVT) is excited to announce that loss prevention professional, Mike Lamb is joining the team. He will join the company as a Loss Prevention Consultant. Prior to joining LVT, Mike Lamb spent his career in loss prevention and asset protection. He has over four decades of experience in the field, leading the loss prevention and safety efforts for national retailers, such as Kroger, Walmart, The Home Depot, and the Federated Department Stores, which later became Macy’s...

Over the last few years, the presence of the cloud has created significant changes in the field of access control, and for good reasons. Cloud-based access control not only produces reliable, real-time control of the organization but can also be fully integrated with third-party systems to help mitigate and limit risks within the organization.  Flexible and robust security protocols  The cloud ultimately eliminates old hardware and improves on new security protocols with minimal eff...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2021 agenda and speaker lineup for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s executive conference, taking place on Oct. 28 as a virtual event. At SNG 2021, the security industry will gather for top-quality information sharing, networking, and business analysis. 2021’s Securing New Ground conference will drive industry trends and offer opportunities to connect directly with the leaders who are setting t...

Matrix Comsec, the manufacturer of telecom and security products, was conferred with the prestigious 46th ELCINA Award for Excellence in Research and Development for the year 2020-21 at the glittering Award Ceremony held in New Delhi on 22nd October 2021. The award highlights Matrix’s commitment to R&D and its track record of launching innovative and cutting-edge products. Cutting-edge solutions Commenting on the achievement, Ganesh Jivani, Chief Executive of Matrix said, “We...

Vision-Box, a pioneer in biometrics seamless travel, automated border control, and digital identity solutions, spotlighted Portugal’s tech capabilities at Portugal’s Pavilion during Expo 2020 in Dubai as part of promotional events around the concept - Portugal is on the map of the global TICE suppliers. During the seminar, Pedro Pinto - Head of Global Business Development at Vision-Box, discussed Vision-Box’s experience in doing business in the Middle East, has led high-profil...

Sepura have added to its portfolio of powerful AppSPACE applications for mission-critical organizations with SmartView, a unique application that allows team leaders to get a real-time view of their team’s indoor or outdoor location. The application will provide a significant operational advantage to organizations operating complex sites such as airports, utility plants, and sports stadiums, as well as those working in public safety. Visualising outdoor locations The application uses GP...

Graylog, a global provider of next-generation log management and SIEM solutions, is announcing Graylog Security, Thursday, October 21st, at their annual user conference, Graylog GO. Designed to overcome legacy Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) challenges, Graylog’s scalable, flexible cybersecurity platform makes security analysts’ jobs easier and faster. With SIEM, Anomaly Detection, and User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) capabilities, Graylog’s security so...

Ava Security, a unified service provider of cyber and video security, announces it has selected Raleigh, North Carolina as the location for the company’s new Americas headquarters. Ava will be investing in the region, creating new jobs, and adding to Raleigh’s rich tradition of innovation. Raleigh joins Uxbridge (London) as the company’s two global headquarters. The new Raleigh headquarters is located at 208 South Wilmington Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27601. “The Ame...

Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, announced a new technology partnership with Gurtam designed to integrate its mobile products (cameras/MNVRs) with Gurtam’s Wialon GPS tracking platform. This vital integration uses the latest technologies to create a solution for logistics and transportation industry customers to enhance efficiency in their fleet operations, while also increasing road safety to maintain high-security levels for personnel and merchandis...

STid, a creator of the world’s most awarded access control reader, announced the release of its new SPECTRE nano reader, which is expected to set a new standard in perimeter access control and simplified visitor management. The multi-technology reader quickly recognizes employees, visitors, vendors, and their vehicles - simultaneously – for smooth, hands-free access control without compromising security. A great solution for facilities like car parks, industrial sites, campuses, an...

Type of site: Grade A multi-tenant office Location: The Bailey, 16 Old Bailey, London, UK Site size: 115,000 sq. ft over ten floors Client needs: Easy access for users, Touch-free and digital sign-in, Free flowing movement through reception, avoiding crowds and queues, Fast access to other floors via lifts, Visitor management system that can be used by multiple tenants and reception staff easily, Secure and clear intercom/entry phone and door automation for out-of-hours, deliveries an...

BlueVoyant, a cybersecurity company, announces a strategic partnership with SentinelOne, an autonomous cybersecurity platform company. The partnership will see BlueVoyant unite its unrivaled cybersecurity expertise with the advanced, automated endpoint detection and response capabilities of SentinelOne’s Singularity Complete Suite to deliver exceptional Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services to clients. The cyber threat environment continues to intensify as organizations implement...

Foreign embassies are an essential part of establishing and maintaining peaceful cooperation, and collaboration between countries all over the world. They can also be the focus of tensions, peaceful and violent protests, terrorism, and many other risks, which mean that thorough and effective security solutions are essential to keep people, property, and sensitive documents safe. Foreign embassies Usually located in capital cities, each foreign embassy is the workplace and often residence, of a...

Master Lock, the American security super brand currently celebrating its 100th anniversary, unveils the heavy-duty Bluetooth ProSeries Extended Shackle Padlock – ideal for businesses applications at construction sites to hospitals, factories, and more. Featuring a 62mm wide Zinc lock body with complete rubber bumper for durability and security when used outdoors, the 9mm diameter and 70mm high shackle is made of boron alloy, offering maximum resistance to cutting and sawing. Ideal access...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance solutions, has announced enhancements to the Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System (Eagle Eye Cloud VMS), providing three Editions - Enterprise, Professional and Standard. Customers can choose the Edition that best meets their needs, based on factors such as, number of locations, number of users, system complexity, and regulatory requirements. Eagle Eye cyber-secure cloud solutions Eagle Eye Networks’ growin...

Honeywell announces it was selected to lead the Bengaluru Safe City project under the Nirbhaya Fund by the Government of India’s Ministry of Home Affairs. The project aims to create a safe, secure, and empowering environment for women and girls in public places to enable them to pursue all opportunities without the threat of gender-based violence or harassment. The Bengaluru Safe City project is valued at INR 496.57 crore ($67 million USD). Advanced video analytics Honeywell will create...

Acronis, the globally renowned company in cyber protection, has released its annual Cyber Readiness Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the modern cyber security landscape and the key pain points faced by businesses and remote employees worldwide, amid the global COVID-19 pandemic. Acronis’ Cyber Readiness Report Acronis’ Cyber Readiness Report revealed that more than 80% of global companies admitted they were not prepared to transition to remote work, exposing key vulner...

Orion Entrance Control, Inc., the provider of building access technology solutions, has partnered with precision mechanical engineering pioneer Tansa Global to bring to market world-class full height turnstiles powered by Infinity™ software to provide real-time occupant counting data at entryways, perimeters, lobbies, and elsewhere. “Orion has been interested in Full Height turnstiles for years,” explained Steve Caroselli, CEO, and Founder, Orion Entrance Control, Inc. “...

ADI Global Distribution, a pioneer in wholesale distributor of security, AV (Audio Visual) solutions and low-voltage products, has announced that it has integrated with D-Tools’ business management software solutions, D-Tools Cloud and System Integrator. Customers can now access ADI’s full product offering directly from the D-Tools’ software interface. business management software D-Tools software is designed to drive sales and improve operating efficiency, by streamlining th...

Technology-led employee safety specialists, Peoplesafe, have launched a new mass notification tool designed for instant communication with employees in a crisis. Peoplesafe Alert is a simple, intuitive app that allows organizations to send and track mass safety messages to thousands of employees simultaneously, overriding phones set to silent or do not disturb and, if necessary, using geofencing capabilities to only communicate with those in a certain location. Real-time operability Designed...

Four out of every ten (41%) of England-based medium and large-sized businesses, which are running CCTV systems, have already deployed facial recognition analytics in their systems, in order to capture human faces and compare images to human face databases, with a view to identifying matches for access control, event security or for public safety purposes. Facial recognition analytics One in six (16%) of CCTV system owners admitted to having access to this capability on their system, but not ye...

For dealers and integrators working with or looking to work with the cloud, 3xLOGIC is hosting a webinar Thursday, October, 28, at 2 p.m. ET to unveil a number of new features for its VIGIL CLOUD offering. Building on 3xLOGIC’s 20-plus years of experience recording and managing video, VIGIL CLOUD brings a new paradigm to physical security through a powerful case management system that empowers users to share critical information and insights easily and quickly with team members and other...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Lynn de Séve, founder and president of GSA Schedules, Inc. as the 2021 recipient of the George R. Lippert Memorial Award, an honor presented annually to a distinguished individual for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and SIA. de Séve will receive the award on Nov. 17, during the 2021 SIA Honors cocktail reception. Lynn’s work experience In addition to her SIA membership, de Séve is a member of the...

At ADEX 2021 in Seoul, HENSOLDT will focus on its broad range of sensor technologies, a major part in the airborne solutions domain. The sensor solutions are deployed on various platforms, including helicopters, aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles. Come and visit us at stand no B114 at ADEX in Seoul. HENSOLDT is presenting its live air picture of its ‘TwInvis’ passive radar during this year's ADEX show. The system uses several transmission sources from various locations. It can al...

Allegion, a global provider of security products and solutions, has announced the first integration between Overtur, Allegion’s digital environment connecting all building phases in opening design, construction, and ongoing management, and Software for Hardware, an industry-renowned software developed for door, frame, and hardware distributors. Software Integration The partnership announcement comes in advance of the DHI conNextions 2021 conference, where both companies will be demonstra...

Access control and integrated security management vendor Maxxess has expanded its UK and Ireland operations with the appointment of Russell Baker as business development & account manager. Responsibilities Russell will be based out of the company’s European head office in Bracknell, UK, and will handle the substantial increase in demand for the firm’s signature solution, the eFusion™ access control, and security management platform. Building on the success of Maxxess sol...