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Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, announced it will launch its second data center in South Korea by the end of June 2025 in response to the growing demand for cloud computing and AI services from local businesses. The investment – made three years after the establishment of Alibaba Cloud’s first data center in South Korea in 2022 - demonstrates its continued commitment to investing in South Korea, fostering AI transformation among loca...

Airbus Defense and Space has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cluster 2 at the Paris Air Show to deliver next-generation digital solutions that enhance airport efficiency, security and collaboration across Saudi Arabia. The ceremony was attended by H.E. Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Wouter Van Wersch, Executive Vice President of Airbus International, Gabriel Semelas, President of Airbus in Middle-East and Africa, and Mr. Saad A...

The Chiba Taxi Association manages over 5,000 taxi vehicles across its eight branches in Chiba Prefecture. Among them, the Keiyo Branch and the Keiyo District Taxi Operations Council have led efforts to install network cameras at key terminal stations for the past 18 years. These systems have supported the monitoring of taxi stand congestion, crime prevention, and emergency response, including the identification of stranded commuters during disasters. Network camera systems Initially, th...

Zivver, Europe’s major provider of secure communications, best known for its AI-powered email security solutions and headquartered in Amsterdam, today announced it has been acquired by Kiteworks. Kiteworks enables organizations worldwide to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and use of private data via its Private Data Network (PDN), which protects over 100 million end-users and 1,500 enterprises globally. Kiteworks accelerated its growth trajectory, including in...

Domino Data Lab, provider of the pioneering Enterprise AI Platform trusted by the world’s largest AI-enabled enterprises, announced its Spring 2025 Release — a major platform update that helps enterprises ship trusted AI products faster. The release introduces a unified system for productivity, governance, and delivery—turning fragmented initiatives into an AI factory for trusted, repeatable outcomes. It also announced Zero-to-AI, a new service offering designed to catalyse pr...

Abacus Group, a pioneering IT Managed Services Provider (“MSP”) and Managed Security Services Provider (“MSSP”) to financial services firms globally, announced it has acquired Entara, a Chicago-based IT MSP and MSSP serving financial services and other highly regulated, high-touch industries. This acquisition enhances Abacus Group's global reach and capabilities across cybersecurity, professional services, and digital infrastructure. Combination of Abacus Group and Enta...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc, a global pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions for enterprise clients, released insights from Steve Reinharz, CEO/CTO and founder of AITX and Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), highlighting his top five predictions for how artificial intelligence will reshape the security industry in 2026 and beyond. According to Reinharz, adoption of advanced AI security solutions is rapidly shifting from early adopters to mainstream ac...

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems announced that its AI-powered solution for automatic sliding doors, ecoLOGIC, has earned the Certified Energy Savings Certification from GreenCircle Certified, LLC—a major independent third-party organization that verifies environmental claims. “By earning our Certified Energy Savings certification, ASSA ABLOY has demonstrated a measurable reduction in energy consumption, aligning with a higher level of environmental responsibility,” said Sara Risle...

Luminys Systems Corporation, the U.S.-based smart technology brand under Foxlink Group, announced the successful unveiling of SYNC ROBOTIC's AI Security Patrol Robot Solution in Taiwan, powered by NVIDIA and Foxlink's technology ecosystem. Backed by a vertically integrated innovation chain, Foxlink's U.S. robotics ecosystem features Luminys' pioneering market deployment and SYNC ROBOTIC, driving product development.  Foxlink's broader mission Focused on smart security, AI applications, a...

Durite, a pioneer in vehicle safety, lighting, and auto electrical parts, will be showcasing its new AI Low Bridge Detection System at this year’s RTX show in Stoneleigh, on 24th-26th June. The Durite Low Bridge Detection System utilizes Smart AI-powered camera technology to detect and alert over-height vehicles to the presence of low bridges and also reads safety height signage. Durite’s range of vehicle safety The system is compatible with Durite’s range of vehicle safety...

SharpEagle, an industrial safety solutions provider, has rolled out its new global website. The launch is part of the company's effort to expand internationally and make its services more accessible to clients worldwide. It's a significant development for SharpEagle as they work towards delivering advanced industrial safety solutions and customized services to more businesses around the world. Robust safety solutions SharpEagle focuses on providing robust safety solutions to enhance industria...

Allied Universal®, the globally renowned global security and facility services company, announced that its Unified Command Center Solution has received a 2025 Commercial Integrator BEST Award in the category of “Surveillance Storage/Management Solutions.” The awards are given in 37 categories and recognize products and services that can enhance commercial integrators’ businesses, including making them more profitable and sustainable. Integrating real-time video analytics...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, announced it will unveil its Virtual Perimeter Guard solution at NRF PROTECT 2025. Designed to help retailers, restaurants, and other commercial businesses reduce crime and improve outdoor security, Virtual Perimeter Guard combines AI-enabled cameras with live intervention from Interface’s U.S.-based security e...

Gallagher Security is proud to announce that its recently-released High Security Controller 7000 (High Sec C7000) has received two prestigious accolades: a GOVIES Government Security Award for Access Control-Software/Controllers and a Fortress Cybersecurity Award in the Operational Technology (OT) category.  These awards further affirm the High Sec C7000’s position as a best-in-class access control solution engineered to meet the evolving cybersecurity demands of critical infrastruct...

ONVIF®, the pioneering standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) to preserve the integrity and authenticity of digital video in the evolving fight against content manipulation. The two groups will work together to raise awareness and promote the adoption of open standards that help verify the authenticity of video content acro...

Altronix, the recognized pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, has expanded its power product line with the new POE367 power supply/charger designed specifically for 277VAC input environments. The POE367 offers a robust and efficient solution for powering IP devices, integrating with NetWay Spectrum Hardened PoE Switches at remote or industrial locations where high-voltage 277V power is the only option. POE367 features The POE367 converts 208&...

DNAKE, a provider of home and building video intercom systems and communications solutions, has officially opened its first US office in downtown Los Angeles. The establishment of this office opens a new chapter for the company as both a strategic upgrade for DNAKE's global expansion and its ability to better serve customers in the important North American market. Los Angeles will now serve as a critical hub for the company's global operations with the new office serving as a bridge betwe...

Atos, a global pioneer in digital transformation and cybersecurity, unveils its cutting-edge Security Operations Center (SOC) in Qatar, expanding its global network of interconnected SOCs. This state-of-the-art facility marks a strategic expansion of Atos’ global cybersecurity footprint, delivering next-generation, AI-driven security solutions augmented by expert human oversight, empowering organizations to proactively detect, respond to and mitigate evolving cyber threats. Security oper...

Appdome, the pioneer in protecting mobile businesses, announces the availability of new dynamic defense plugins to detect and defend against Agentic AI Malware and unauthorized AI Assistants controlling Android & iOS devices and applications. The new Detect Agentic AI Malware plugins allow mobile brands and enterprises to know when Agentic AI applications interact with their mobile applications and use the data to prevent sensitive data leaks and block unvetted on-device AI Agents from acce...

Iris ID, the pioneer in iris recognition technology,  is demonstrating its advanced iris and facial recognition technologies now through 18 June at Identity Week Europe, taking place at the RAI Exhibition Center in Amsterdam. Visit booth 508 to experience powerful, multimodal touchless ID authentication solutions engineered for secure access, workforce operations, and high-security environments—from enterprise access to national ID programs. Real-world challenges “A...

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are revolutionizing the way they power the world, acting as the source that keeps renewable energy flowing even when the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing. As the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, BESS plays a crucial role in balancing supply and demand. However, with the increasing adoption of large-scale battery storage comes the responsibility for manufacturers, site managers, and regulators to manage its risks effectively....

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announces that pioneering silicon providers Silicon Labs and Trident IoT have both achieved the Alliance’s newly established Z-Wave Protocol Certification. As the silicon solutions providers currently supporting the Z-Wave ecosystem, this certification ensures that all products developed on their platforms maintain the required levels of i...

Mercury Security, a pioneer in access control hardware and open platform solutions, has published its Trends in Access Controllers Report, based on a survey of over 450 security professionals across North America and Europe. Role in PACS design The findings highlight the controller’s vital role in a physical access control system (PACS), where the device not only enforces access policies but also connects with readers to verify user credentials—ranging from ID badges to biometrics...

Gallagher Security, a pioneer in integrated security solutions, has officially opened its newest office in Stockholm, Sweden, a strategic milestone reinforcing commitment to the Nordics region and advancing the company’s long-term European expansion strategy.   The office officially opened on 17 June 2025 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by guests from across the Nordics. The celebration welcomed Channel Partners, Consultants, and End Users to celebrate the new space and...

Commvault, a major provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced a partnership with Kyndryl, a major provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, to help customers recover faster, advance cyber resilience, and navigate the evolving regulatory landscape.  The collaboration with Commvault will augment Kyndryl’s portfolio of cyber resiliency services, which encompasses Incident Recovery Services, including Cyber Incident Reco...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced the findings of its seventh annual global Public Sector Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey and research report, which measures enterprise progress with cloud adoption in the industry. The research showed that 83% of public sector organizations have a GenAI strategy in place, with 54% actively implementing, and 29% preparing for implementation. As public sector organizations ramp up GenAI adoption, 76% of IT decision-makers say their...

Circumvent, a cloud security start-up, announces $6 million in early funding from Paladin Capital Group, the cyber and secure AI investor. Circumvent is building a next-generation, proactive cloud security platform designed to help cloud and security teams cut through the noise and take immediate action on what matters most. Organizations are drowning in alerts from security tools spread across their infrastructure and application stack. The platform leverages AI and machine learning to ingest...

Evolution, the UK and Ireland’s largest privately owned, employee-owned electronic security and life safety systems integrator, has appointed Jake Rackham and Mark Corrigan as Joint Group Managing Directors. The move comes as founders Richard Lambert and John Wust step back into consultative roles, marking a key milestone in Evolution’s 30th anniversary year and its ongoing success following the transition to employee ownership in 2022. Jake and Mark, who both began their careers a...

Acre Security, a provider of integrated security technology, announced that Kumar Sokka has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. This transition marks the next step in a planned leadership evolution, reflecting Acre’s continued focus on long-term growth, innovation, and customer success. Since joining Acre in 2024, Sokka has overseen two of the company’s core business units — Comnet and Intrusion — while playing a key role on the executive leadership t...

Pioneering fire and life safety solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has won an award at the 2025 Fire & Security Matters (FSM) Awards, recognizing its achievements in fire safety, customer service, innovation, and sustainability. At the ceremony, held at Coventry’s CBS Arena on 5th June, Advanced won the award for Fire Safety Project of the Year, and was also commended in the Fire Safety Manufacturer of the Year category. Modernize fire safety Advanced’s double win at last year&...