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3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner, announced continued expansion of the company’s staff to align with its new global growth strategy. As previously announced, 3xLOGIC, PACOM, and PAC/GDX have joined forces to build the strongest and most innovative security manufacturer in the industry. The businesses will continue to operate under their own branding as usual and will report to a global management t...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Steve Burk as the Director of Marketing for the United States. Based at the U.S. headquarters in Atlanta, Steve will report to Bill Wood, President of SALTO North America. In this new role, Steve will oversee marketing efforts that guide the continued growth and expansion of SALTO’s electronic access control hardware and software security products. With more than 25 years of experience as a sales and marke...

Cobalt Iron Inc., a provider of enterprise data protection SaaS, launches the Cobalt Iron Partner Portal, an online portal where the company's partners can access collateral, register deals, request sales support, and find answers to frequently asked questions. Providing the most current sales enablement tools and resources, the new partner portal will be a one-stop shop for all Cobalt Iron channel partners: resellers, value-added resellers and distributors, and service providers that resell Sa...

Konica Minolta has confirmed to expand the common development projects focusing the new video/IoT platform with MOBOTIX to min. € 3 million during the financial year 2018/19. “MOBOTIX is a strategic partner for Konica Minolta and we have seen very good progress with the common development during the past year why it will be further expanded to develop innovative video technology even faster” says Yuji Ichimura, senior executive officer of Konica Minolta. Increased focus on cyb...

Matrix Comsec, global manufacturer and provider of Security and Telecom solutions, is participating in IT EXPO 2019 at Fort Lauderdale, Florida to be held from 30th Jan to 1st Feb 2019. Matrix will be showcasing its comprehensive range of people mobility management, IP video surveillance and unified communication solutions at the event. Matrix is known for its customer centric, innovative range of solutions for unified communications, IP video surveillance, access control and time-attendance app...

ExtraHop, provider of enterprise cyber analytics from the inside out, announces new capabilities designed to help Security Operations Center (SOC) and Network Operations Center (NOC) teams identify and safeguard critical assets, rapidly detect late-stage and insider threats, and transform security analysts into threat experts with streamlined investigation workflows. Demand for business agility and uptime have accelerated the rapid modernization of IT, which is now highly dynamic and distribute...

Userful Corporation, a provider of AV-over-IP solutions for enhanced video communication since 2015, announces the launch of a new communications concept, the visual networking platform, an architecture that centrally manages all video and visual communication throughout an entire organization. As part of this launch, Userful also announced the first three products that will comprise the platform: Userful Enterprise, Userful Cloud, and the uClient. With this suite of products, integrated with s...

Maxxess eFusion technology is being used to provide seamless integration and easy management of security, safety and site management systems at Bluewaters Island, Dubai. Maxxess eFusion Technology The region’s newest tourism hotspot, Bluewaters opened in November 2018 and is expected to attract more than 3 million visitors every year. The US$ 1.6bn project was completed by Meraas Holdings over five years and comprises four luxury residential complexes, a landmark Caesars Palace hotel, a...

Camden Door Controls has announced the introduction of its new CX-ED 1079 5/8” latch projection and CX-ED 1079D 3/4” latch projection strikes. Each of these Grade 1 ‘Universal’ ANSI strikes, complete with three faceplates, are now available without monitoring. They provide the best strike value for installers when monitoring is not required. 12/24V AC/DC selectable, they offer fail safe/fail secure operation. 'Universal' Electric Strikes These 'Universal' electric strik...

Ping Identity, the provider of Identity Defined Security, announces that it has made several significant updates to PingIntelligence for APIs, its AI-powered API cybersecurity solution. These latest enhancements include an AI-based cloud trial, the ability to detect new types of attacks, support for Splunk environments, and additional integration with API gateways. The lack of visibility into how APIs are consumed is becoming commonplace in today’s enterprise environment. In fact, a recen...

Honeywell announced the launch of Pro-Watch 4.5, the latest iteration of its flagship connected security platform for enterprise and critical infrastructure markets, is available beginning January 2019. Incorporating new features as well as program updates, Pro-Watch 4.5 meets the latest industry compliance requirements, reduces total cost of ownership and increases operator productivity with improved flexibility and scalability from single site to global deployment. Pro-Watch 4.5 Security Plat...

ASSA ABLOY UK, a division of ASSA ABLOY Group, the global provider of door opening solutions, has unveiled its new name, with the business now being known as ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland. The new business descriptor reflects ASSA ABLOY Group’s on-going commitment to strengthening the ASSA ABLOY brand, and helping its customers to better understand the organization’s solutions, services and capabilities. Alongside the launch of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, the Group...

Open Options, the provider of innovative access control solutions, recently completes a technology partnership with Schindler, one of the providers of elevators, escalators, and moving walks, allowing users yet another option with their access and elevator control solution. New with DNA Fusion version 7.5.0.33, the Schindler third-party database interface gives users the ability to manage their elevator dispatch control through the user-friendly DNA Fusion platform. All access information is se...

Viking Electronics, Inc., a USA-based manufacturer of over 500 security and communication products, will be spotlighted in the nationally recognized production called Manufacturing Marvels, on January 31, 2019 on The FOX Business Network. Manufacturing Marvels Created by award winning producers Bob and Jerry May of Marvel Production Group, LLC and narrated by acclaimed former FOX and ABC anchor John Criswell, the segment spotlights Viking’s roll as a leader in the security and communicat...

Ava Group (AVA), a provider of security risk management services and technology will be showcasing its portfolio of security solutions at Intersec Dubai 2019, stand S3-C48. Intersec Dubai features a rich selection of exhibitors in Security, Safety & Fire Protection, attracting visitors from the Middle East, Africa, the Indian subcontinent and well beyond. Ava Group will be presenting the latest exciting solutions from its technology division - which incorporates Future Fibre Technologies (F...

Radware, a provider of cybersecurity and application delivery solutions, announced it has released its 2018-2019 Global Application and Network Security Report, in which survey respondents estimate the average cost of a cyberattack has climbed to $1.1M. For those organizations that calculate (versus estimate) the cost of an attack, that number increases to $1.67M. Cyberattack Impact The top impact of cyberattacks, as reported by respondents, is operational/productivity loss (54%), followed by...

MOBOTIX has announced a raised focus on cyber security by implementing the “MOBOTIX Cactus Concept.” The concept aims to deliver a comprehensive approach to protecting MOBOTIX products against the threat of cyber-attacks along with education and tools to help customers and partners build and maintain secure video surveillance and access control environments. Multimedia Cybersecurity Campaign The objective of the Cactus Concept is to implement a multimedia cyber security campaign in...

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2019 registration is now open for electronic security and life safety industry professionals. The joint trade show and educational conference, owned by the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and The Monitoring Association (TMA), is set for June 3-6, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. ESX is designed to provide passionate professionals a unique forum in which to learn about the latest technology innovations; acquire proven business strategies; gain new insights based...

Johnson Controls has entered into an agreement with CBRE, World Resources Institute (WRI) and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) to test and deploy an open-source, web-based energy analysis tool to identify energy efficient retrofit opportunities in commercial buildings. The initiative is part of the Johnson Controls and CBRE Innovation Lab, which was established three years ago to evaluate, connect and leverage products, services and energy data to create value for occupiers...

Data Management, Inc., owner of Visitor Pass Solutions, launches with a new name and confirmed focus, further planting their flag in the security industry. The company will now go by the name ‘THRESHOLD,’ a term evocative of their expertise in visitor management systems. With the new tagline, ‘the gateway to stronger security,’ the company emphasises its function as the first line of defense for their clients, as they manage the traffic entering and leaving their clients...

Altronix is showcasing the latest power and data transmission solutions designed for professional security applications at Intersec 2019 (stand #S1-K09). Featured products include an enhanced line of NetWay Midspan/Injectors, NetWay Spectrum Hardened Switches and its expanded Trove Access and Power Integration products available in wall mount, rackmount and outdoor configurations. Altronix access and surveillance solutions The new Altronix products displayed at Intersec 2019 address the need f...

PureTech Systems recently announces a delivery milestone for the next phase of the Border Patrol’s Mobile Video Surveillance Systems (MVSS) program. The latest deliveries, consisting of ruggedised Ford F-150 trucks outfitted with telescoping surveillance payloads, are being deployed in San Diego, CA and will support mobile video surveillance up to 6 miles away. Remote Surveillance Scenarios The event was followed by Fox 5 News and ABC 10 News in San Diego and highlighted the value to Bor...

Pulse Secure, the provider of Secure Access solutions to both enterprises and service providers, announces the launch of a new Community Edition of its powerful software-based virtual Application Delivery Controller (vADC) to help application developers create innovative application solutions with dramatically lower costs and time to market. Pulse vADC Community Edition integrates easily with common DevOps tools for automated provisioning and orchestration, such as Kubernetes, Terraform, Puppet...

Johnson Controls announces the release of CEM Systems AC2000 v10.1, which contains a number of new features that improve functionality and the user experience and help to mitigate health and safety risks. Support for a range of new third-party products that increase the performance and scope of the CEM Systems AC2000 access control system has also been added. The Health and Safety (H&S) Induction Check application for CEM Systems emerald intelligent access terminals allows cardholders to se...

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and ID solutions, announces that the company has entered into a commercial software license and distribution agreement with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, for the licensing of Suprema's BioSign, its under-display fingerprint recognition algorithm. Suprema has entered the smartphone segment with the Samsung Galaxy J5 in its fingerprint solution for smartphones last year. In February 2018, the company launched BioSign 3.0...

Open Options (acquired by ACRE, LLC), the pioneer in open platform access control solutions, has appointed Steve Wagner as the company’s new President. Steve began his career in the industry in 1986 as VP of Sales & Marketing for Checkpoint Systems. He moved on to become the COO with HID Global for 8 years. In 2009, Steve became the President of Mercury Security and successfully grew that business which was eventually sold to HID Global/Assa Abloy. Steve brings a wide breadth of knowl...

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire KEYper Systems, a supplier of electronic and mechanical key management systems in the US, with a strong presence in the automotive segment. KEYper was established in 1993, and operates from its HQ in Harrisburg, NC.  KEYper Systems will become a separate business unit of Traka, which is a pioneer in key and asset management, and an operating unit of ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions. Ric Stone, President of KEYper will report to Justin Sasse, Managin...

With the need for security guard services growing worldwide, Montreal-based tech startup TrackTik Software Inc., an integrated security workforce management cloud-based software solutions provider, has announced US$ 45 million in financing from Toronto-based Georgian Partners and Montreal-based Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (la Caisse). Disruptive AI And Machine Learning Funds will be used to drive new product development — including disruptive artificial...

OODA LLC will provide comprehensive consulting and advisory services including a highly specialized Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning security practice. "We'll be addressing not only traditional security and technology issues, but also looking at the vulnerability and integrity of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence," added Gourley. AI Security Practices  In addition to the AI security practice, OODA will offer comprehensive assessments using their EVALU8 m...

PSA has announced a partnership with Solutions360, Inc., global provider of business management software for professional systems integrators in the security and audio-visual markets, as a part of the PSA Business Solutions Providers program. PSA members will be able to streamline their business procedures and workflow through the Q360 software, which includes full accounting, project management, job costing, service and dispatch, inventory and sales functions. PSA Business Solutions Program &...