Access Control News

Zimperium, the pioneer in mobile security, announced new research from its zLabs threat research team revealing a large-scale Android surveillance campaign dubbed Arsink RAT, a cloud-native Remote Access Trojan (RAT) designed to harvest sensitive data and give attackers intrusive control over infected devices while blending into legitimate cloud traffic. The investigation, titled “The Rise of Arsink RAT,” identified 1,216 unique malicious Android app samples, tied to 317 distinct co...

DigiCert, a foremost global provider of intelligent trust, released its Q4 2025 RADAR Threat Intelligence Brief, delivering data-driven insights into how global internet demand and cyber threats converged during the fourth quarter. Drawing from trillions of network events across DigiCert’s global security platform, which includes UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect, and UltraWAF, RADAR provides one of the most comprehensive views of today’s evolving threat landscape.  The Q4 RAD...

Atos, a foremost provider of AI-powered digital transformation, has worked with National Grid to develop Triton, an innovative new Digital Twin and Data Visualization Tool that will revolutionize electricity infrastructure planning. Future of electricity network Triton will enable National Grid to accelerate how it plans the future electricity network and support the significant increase in energy demand required to achieve Great Britain’s decarbonization goals. Triton is a new advanced...

Nozomi Networks, the pioneer in OT, IoT and cyber‑physical system security, announced that Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has completed its acquisition of the company. Originally announced on September 9, the transaction marks the start of a new phase of growth for Nozomi Networks while preserving the company’s independent operations, vendor‑neutral technology roadmap, and established go‑to‑market partnerships. As a wholly owned subsidiary, Nozomi Networks will continue to support the f...

Hakimo, the pioneer in AI-powered physical security monitoring platforms, announces the launch of Forensic Search, a new capability that allows security teams to instantly search and investigate video footage using natural language without the need of any expensive server infrastructure. With Forensic Search, users can simply type queries like “person in a red shirt,” “person opening car door,” or “red car in parking lot,” and retrieve relevant moments from h...

Hikvision announced it has been awarded ISO/IEC 29147:2018 and ISO/IEC 30111:2019 certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI), a globally recognized standards and certification body. The achievement endorses that Hikvision’s vulnerability management practices aligns with the international standards. Jointly developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ISO/IEC 29147 and ISO/IEC 30111 provide a st...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, releases healthcare-specific insights from its 2026 State of Physical Security Report. Based on insights from physical security professionals worldwide, including those working in or with the healthcare sector, the report shows healthcare organizations continuing to favour hybrid-cloud deployments while increasing focus on access control, AI, and cross-department collaboration. Hybrid-cloud deployments Hybrid-cloud deployment...

Everon, LLC, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, announces the expansion of its remote video monitoring portfolio with an enhanced active video monitoring service designed to deliver proactive threat detection and response for commercial environments at its UL-Listed redundant monitoring centers. Leveraging existing camera systems and infrastructure, the so...

COMAU has deployed its in.Grid Robot Monitoring platform at IVECO’s Valladolid plant in Spain, helping support the customer’s industrial digitalisation strategy. Developed to enhance operational visibility and improve maintenance efficiency, the cloud-based system monitors COMAU robots on IVECO’s Door Ring and Mascherone assembly lines. COMAU’s in.Grid Robot Monitoring system autonomously captures production and process data, identifies performance deviations, signals an...

Altronix, the pioneer in power and data transmission for the professional security industry, has partnered with Hanwha Vision to support the company’s recent launch of access control solutions. Altronix’s industry pioneer Trove™ Access and Power Integration products are now the preferred power choice for the new Hanwha Vision OnCAFE access control platform. This seamless integration simplifies access system layout and wiring, reducing installation and labor costs. Proactive p...

Zero Networks, the provider of zero trust security solutions, announces that it received a 5 out of 5 overall from customers in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights™ “Voice of the Customer for Network Security Microsegmentation” based on 25 verified end-user reviews as of January 2026. Zero Networks was the only vendor in the report to receive a 5-star rating. The Gartner Peer Insights “Voice of the Customer” synthesises Gartner Peer Insights reviews into insights for bu...

Orion Entrance Control, Inc. announces the availability of Orion DataGuard™, the first fully automated, AI-enabled security screening room engineered specifically for modern hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence driving massive increases in compute infrastructure, the demand for physical protection around sensitive server capacity has never been higher. From edge-based remote security to dark data centers and reduction in SOC...

DoorBird continues to rank among the pioneer brands in the industry: the Berlin-based manufacturer of intelligent door communication solutions has once again been honored with the PLUS X AWARD as Best Brand of the Year, following its 2025 win. With this distinction, the independent expert jury once again recognises DoorBird’s holistic brand performance. This award adds to a long series of accolades DoorBird has received in recent years. Numerous design awards as well as quality seals for...

RealMan Robotics, a system-level infrastructure platform company for the era of embodied intelligence, unveiled its latest advancements at CES 2026, showcasing a comprehensive technology stack spanning hardware, data, and remote operations. At the exhibition, RealMan presented three core innovations: A fully integrated joint module Ultra-lightweight humanoid robotic arms The Global Labor Network (GLN), powered by RealBOT wheel-foldable robots and the Humanoid Robot Data Training Center...

Automatic Systems, a pioneer in the automation of secure entrance control, is pleased to welcome two new hires - Andrew Saabas and Derek Whitis. Andrew Saabas has come aboard as Technical Services Manager. In this role, he is responsible for leading and supervising the Technical Support and Service Technician teams to deliver high-quality, customer-focused technical services. This role ensures tailored support solutions that enhance the overall customer experience and strengthen long-term custo...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, Power and lightweighting composite / advanced materials products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, announces it will attend UAV Technology USA 2026, taking place 2–3 February at the Hilton Arlington in Arlington, VA. Allient has a strong track record in the drone market, combining decades of engineering expertise with high-volume U.S. manufacturing to produce COTS/MOTS propulsion motors,...

Mobile Pro Systems, a provider of mobile surveillance platforms for remote and dynamic environments, announced that Colin DePree has joined the company as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. DePree joins Mobile Pro Systems as organizations across North America increasingly rely on mobile and distributed surveillance to complement fixed security infrastructure. Recent market analysis shows that mobile surveillance deployments grew 28% year-over-year, highlighting a strong demand for solutions...

Motorola Solutions announces the launch of Assist Suites, a portfolio of role-based AI for public safety solutions designed to deliver the right intelligence to the right person at the right time. Assist Suites synthesize multiple sources of data from across an agency - 911 audio, body and in-car camera footage, radio transcripts and more - into a unified thread of intelligence to help accelerate emergency response times, enhance safety and transparently support the highest levels of operational...

Mesh Security, the company delivering the world’s first Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture (CSMA) platform, announces a $12 million Series A funding round led by Lobby Capital, with participation from S Ventures (SentinelOne CVC), and BrightPixel Capital. Mesh provides the execution layer for modern security operations, as enterprises shift toward unifying fragmented security investments into a single, interoperable system that reduces exposure and improves business resiliency at scale. Mod...

For large retailers with hundreds of branches, operational challenges often feel familiar. Rising crime, staff shortages, tight margins and ageing infrastructure dominate boardroom conversations. Yet while many organizations focus on headline issues, smaller structural inefficiencies quietly drain budgets year after year. One of the most overlooked is keyholding and access management. The financial impact of traditional keyholding models is significant. Across large retail estates, annual costs...

Quorum Cyber reveals the extensive, but alarming findings of its 2026 Global Cyber Risk Outlook report. AI automation and Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) platforms have fundamentally altered the threat landscape, enabling nation-state actors to automate up to 90% of intrusions, and pushing vulnerability disclosures past 35,000 for the first time. Attackers abandon slow-encryption tactics, as evidenced by ransom demands in financial services exploding by 179%. Organizations face a stark reality:...

Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced today that its new Vortex™ CSI for law enforcement professionals is available for sale and shipment worldwide. The Vortex CSI was developed from the Vortex™ series of ground search metal detectors. As such, it is lightweight, durable, waterproof to 16 feet, and powered by Garrett's MD-MF multifrequency technology. Compensation of soil interference More than that, it carries a host of features carefully designed to make it a highly effi...

ZKTeco USA, a provider of biometric verification and access control technology, announces, along with its sister company Armatura, that its latest line of access control products are OSDP Verified and can help customers improve data security. The company’s newly released list of OSDP Verified products includes the EP series of access control readers, six Atlas series controllers, three IO Boards, and four new access control panels scheduled for release in 2026. The importance of being OSD...

3DX-RAY Ltd, a pioneer in advanced X-ray imaging technology, has successfully sold multiple units of its AS1-ISC Systems, each equipped with both AS1 and AS2 panels, to a law enforcement agency in North Africa. The 3DX-RAY ThreatScan®-AS1(ISC) is a fully integrated robust, lightweight amorphous silicon portable x-ray inspection system. With a primary 22” touch display, computer communications and power supplies consolidated into a single, rugged waterproof case. With the addition of a...

iDenfy, a global RegTech hub that specialises in identity verification and fraud prevention tools, announces its latest integration on Adobe Commerce (formerly known as Magento). iDenfy’s KYC integration will now help online businesses to add an advanced security layer to their Adobe Commerce stores owners. Specifically for enterprise merchants, it helps to provide a more straightforward onboarding way that minimizes account fraud, protects users, maintains compliance with evolving regula...

DeterTech, the official site security partner of Brentford FC, is proud to support an accredited Safe Haven established by the club at Gtech Community Stadium, reinforcing both organizations’ commitment to community safety and wellbeing. Located in Brentford FC’s west stand security hub on Lionel Road South, it will provide support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. It will be managed by trained security staff and is open to any member of the public who feels vulner...

Ranger Fire and Security announces a £150 million funding package from Apera, a pioneer European private debt asset manager, to support the next phase of its growth and acquisition strategy. The funding will enable Ranger to significantly accelerate its expansion plans, with a focus on driving organic growth and acquiring high-performing, regulatory compliance driven, preventative maintenance-focused businesses in the fire and security sector and building on Ranger’s successful trac...

The high-tech company TRUMPF has presented three partner companies with the Supplier Award for their outstanding and long-standing cooperation. IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH received the "Best Innovator" award for its exceptional innovative strength. The reason for the award: IDS developed a tailor-made solution for a strategically important area of application at TRUMPF in record time. Live monitoring technology It combines uEye Live monitoring technology with the intelligent IDS NXT...

Building on its highly regarded series of integrated high-security solutions events, the CNI Security Group has announced its latest date, tackling one of the biggest risks facing critical infrastructure - ‘The Enemy Within - Mitigating the Insider Threat’. ‘The Enemy Within’ is designed for all CNI stakeholders in the security sector, including end users, consultants and system designers, and will start at 10am, Wednesday 25th February, at the Guildhall, London. Why at...

DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, announces that the company has been named a pioneer in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) Vendor Assessment (doc #US52990725, January 2026). The recognition highlights DigiCert’s leadership in helping organizations modernise PKI and automate certificate lifecycle operations as certificate validity periods continue to shorten and machine identities proliferate across complex hybrid and cloud environments. Policy-...