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In collaboration with key partner Trinet Technologies Pte Ltd, Anviz organized two successful roadshow events. Both events brought together more than 30 industry experts who showed great enthusiasm for Anviz's business model of user scenario-driven solutions and interest in the new features of the product. Need for Southeast Asian Markets: RCEP Brings New Opportunities, Largest Incremental Market in the World As the largest FTA in the world, which will lead the development of global free trade...

An air of excitement circled the Gallagher Security booth at the recent TSE event in Birmingham, as the award-winning, global security manufacturer demonstrated the latest innovations in their security ecosystem. The annual event, held from 30 April – 2 May which attracted more than 14,000 visitors to Birmingham’s NEC, brought together manufacturers, distributors, installers, consultants, and end users, and displayed the latest products, tech...

Airport Show is all set for a smooth take-off for its 23rd edition on May 14 at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) with key stakeholders utilizing the annual exhibition dedicated to the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) to explore and embrace new technologies and innovative products to handle the fast rebounding air passengers and cargo traffic. Airport passenger expectations The participants will also have their focus and attention on products and services designed t...

Allied Universal, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to announce it was named a finalist for the 2023 Downtown Orlando Partnership (DOP) Golden Brick Awards. The Golden Brick Awards are commissioned by the DOP and recognize the people, projects and initiatives that support downtown Orlando business, tourism and the local community. Safety and well-being Allied Universal team works with the local police and fire units to ensure the safety and well-bei...

Videx Security, a provider of access control and door entry solutions, has announced the launch of its XPROX-MO, a cutting-edge panel mount Mifare proximity reader. Designed for use with the Videx WS4 web server access control system and compatible with third-party access control systems supporting the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), the XPROX-MO offers unparalleled flexibility and security for modern access control needs. Versatile compatibility and installation The XPROX-MO reader s...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, launches the Facility Explorer FX90 Supervisory Controller, packed with unique, advanced features to make building automation easier, smarter, and more cost-efficient.  The FX90 represents the next generation of Facility Explorer supervisory controllers designed to streamline and automate workflows to increase building automation performance with minimal maintenance. Responsive user interface “Every...

Hospitals are turning to video technology to enhance patient care and safety with the rising demand for healthcare services and the ongoing battle against staffing shortages. However, hospitals looking to expand their video technology must ensure their surveillance systems are compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA). Being HIPAA compliant helps protect patient privacy and safeguard sensitive health information. This is non-negotiable in the digital age. Wi...

The 23rd edition of the Airport Show was the venue to showcase and introduce new technologies and services in ground handling, cargo movements, and airport operations to foster agility as well as sustainability. More than 30 new innovators joined the Airport Show to introduce their cutting-edge technologies and services. Innovations introduced were a major draw at the Show, which attracted thousands of trade visitors and stakeholders. Helipad Systems Supplies Ground handling service providers...

In a groundbreaking initiative to bolster security measures, Indian Railways has successfully implemented Herta's state-of-the-art facial recognition solutions across its extensive network of train stations in the Eastern region. This transformative project marks a significant step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers and staff throughout the railway system. The project becomes the largest one in the world in the transport sector. Herta has also been awarded two more regions...

At this year’s Road Transport Expo, Labcraft, the industry-pioneering designers and manufacturers of LED lighting for commercial vehicles, is presenting its latest Banksman lighting systems alongside a new range of compatible harness kits, designed to save time and money during installation. Available in four models – BM2, BM3, BM4, and BM6 - Labcraft’s innovative Banksman lighting solutions deliver additional bright light around the vehicle, helping drivers to maneuver more e...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution will be deployed by Michigan’s Olivet Community Schools to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence. The school was approved for the State’s dedicated grant funding, enabling Olivet to implement ZeroEyes. Olivet Community S...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, has announced that it has signed a new contract to provide G7c devices and services to a major U.S. utility provider based in California. The contract — a collaboration between Blackline Safety and one of its U.S. channel partners — is valued at more than $1.5 million. The utility provider has already started rolling out the devices across their organization. Number of the utility industry The announcement is...

Global law firm Clifford Chance announced that it is participating in a Department of Commerce initiative to support the development and deployment of trustworthy and safe Artificial Intelligence (AI). Established by the Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on February 8, 2024, the U.S. AI Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) brings together AI creators and users, academics, government and industry researchers, and civil society organizat...

Oakdoor, a pioneer in hardware-enforced security solutions, which is part of PA Consulting (PA), and Nexor, the pioneering specialist in Secure Information Exchange, have announced a strategic partnership to advance a high assurance cross-domain solution for secure data sharing. The partnership will start to create highly integrated software guarding and hardware verification solutions – with the aim of making access to data more secure and manageable for customers using multiple security...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed Martin Watson as its new Chair at the Association’s Spring Forum and Annual General Meeting. With a background in fire, security and engineering spanning 40 years, Martin is currently Industry Laison Director for BSIA members Mitie Fire & Security Systems; he is also the Chair of the Fire Industry Association, and until recently, was Chair of the Association’s Security Systems section. BSIA’s chairman Martin...

The proliferation of Generative AI in the workplace has helped level the playing field for women in technology, according to a new study from Boston Consulting Group. 68 percent of women in the tech industry say they use a GenAI tool more than once a week, compared to 66 percent of men, highlighting that women are on par with, and in some cases outpacing, men in terms of GenAI adoption. This is especially true for senior women in tech functions such as engineering, IT, customer suppor...

The airport, named after a notable historical figure, serves as a key transportation hub for both domestic and seasonal international flights in its region. Serving over 11 lakh passengers a year, it ranks as one of the busiest airports in terms of passenger and aircraft movements. The terminal building at this airport is spread over 26,936 square meters and has 14 check-in counters, four immigration counters for departures, and six immigration counters for arrivals. Located near major transpor...

Every year, the Veronafiere Exhibition Center and its conference center host an average of 35 exhibitions and 50 conventions. Among the successful and best-known events, Vinitaly, Marmomac, Fieracavalli, Fieragricola, Samoter, Progetto Fuoco, and MotorBike Expo stand out. These events attract up to 800,000 trade fair visitors and exhibitors every year. To ensure security for the outdoor areas of the brand new “Gallerie Mercatali” in Verona, Veronafiere again decided to install...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce the biggest technology innovation it has ever developed which it is calling Autonomous Intelligent Response, abbreviated to AIR. AIR is the inevitable evolution of the Company’s Autonomous Remote Services (ARS) paradigm by harnessing newly developed technological innovations to deliver intelligent human-like responses in every applicable surveillance camera and RAD device. Best practices for engagement “It&...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, has launched a digital Customer Success Center aimed at further enabling customers at all stages of their identity security journey. The Customer Success Center lives within the SailPoint Compass Community which boasts over 100K members. It provides SailPoint partners and customers with strategic program resources, personalized onboarding and success planning sessions, and curated content focused on ident...

The Security Event (TSE) 2024 was a landmark occasion for CIE Group, which marked its 60th year in business with an impressive display of innovative security products and a champagne drinks reception on the first two days of the show. Latest brand offerings Long established for its unique and value-added distribution model in the audiovisual industry, CIE is making a significant impact in the security sector. Consequently, TSE 2024 served as a powerful platform to unveil the company’s l...

Illumio Inc., a Zero Trust Segmentation company, announced it has become a member of Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of independent software vendors (ISV) and managed security service providers (MSSP), who have integrated their solutions with Microsoft security technology to build a better defense against a world of increasing cybersecurity threats. The development follows the release of Illumio for Microsoft Azure Firewall, which combines the security benefits o...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a renowned global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, was named one of the small group of winners of this year’s “E-Awards” by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Originally created by President John F. Kennedy via executive order in 1961 as part of an effort to honor America’s pioneering exporters, the “E-Award” (“E-for-Export”) is the highest recognition an individual or entity can recei...

The Cyber Safety Force (CSF) has launched to change the way businesses manage their cybersecurity. Forming a consortium of renowned cyber experts, the CSF takes a data-driven, collaborative approach to revolutionize the way businesses think about and manage threat defense and risk aversion – moving from ‘cybersecurity’ to ‘cyber safety’. The CFO recently found that 75% of security professionals have observed an increase in cyber attacks over 2023, with th...

trinamiX, a provider of biometric solutions, showcases their invisible integration of secure Face Authentication into a foldable screen for smartphones. The solution is integrated behind OLED and offers enhanced security and convenience for users, without compromising on display quality or device slimness. It will be demonstrated at the International Display Week, hosted by the International Society for Information Display (SID) in San Jose, USA from May 14-16, 2024.   OLED display The f...

RecFaces, in strategic partnership with technology pioneer Aligned Edges, announces their participation in the upcoming International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) Abu Dhabi, scheduled for May 21-23, 2024, at the ADNEC Center.  To redefine the security technology in the MENA region, RecFaces’ state-of-the-art facial recognition technology solution Id-Guard will be in the spotlight for the event. As global threats evolve, so does the need for advanced security...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, concluded its “Powering Innovation 2024: A Genetec Empower 360 roadshow” in Saudi Arabia. The roadshow took place on 13 May at the Narcissus Hotel Riyadh and showcased the company’s latest innovations and strategic vision for the future. Genetec roadshow As Saudi Arabia continues to prioritize smart city initiatives, physical security assumes paramount imp...

Over three in ten US-based critical infrastructure organizations (36%) that have fallen victim to a ransomware attack have risked legal repercussions by paying a ransom. The findings are in new research by pioneering cybersecurity services firm Bridewell, surveying 519 staff responsible for cybersecurity at US critical infrastructure organizations in sectors such as civil aviation, telecommunications, energy, transport, media, financial services, and water supply. Infringing UK and US laws 66...

Codelocks (Australia) Pty Ltd, an access control company that designs and distributes innovative, standalone keyless door locks, is celebrating ten years of providing leading-edge mechanical and electronic access control solutions to the APAC market. In ten years, the Australian arm of the global company, headquartered in the UK with subsidiary offices in North America and Europe, has grown into a multi-million AUS dollar business serving over 1,500 clients across Australia, New Zealand, and As...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability, with a bold ambition to achieve net zero emissions by 2045. Grounded in the principles of employee empowerment, ethical business practices, and environmental stewardship, Gunnebo Entrance Control is taking decisive steps to embark on a pathway or gateway to a sustainable future aligned with the ambitious targets of the Paris Agreement. Project Earth As part of its sustainability approach, Gunnebo AB has launched Project...