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Kwikset, a trusted pioneer in smart security solutions, and DoorBird, a pioneer in IP video door communication, are proud to announce the integration of Kwikset’s Halo™ smart locks with the DoorBird app. This collaboration brings together two industry innovators to deliver a more convenient and secure home access experience.  Kwikset Halo locks With this integration, residents can now remotely unlock their Kwikset Halo locks from within the DoorBird app during a live video ca...

Hotel Montresor Tower, a stylish four-star destination just outside Verona, Italy, has successfully upgraded its fire detection infrastructure with Hochiki's advanced Latitude life safety platform. As part of a comprehensive refurbishment, the hotel partnered with installer TOLA & C. SRL to install a new Latitude 8‑loop control panel, complemented by voice alarm devices (VADs), call points, and ESP sensors. Black‑finished ESP detectors Legacy sensors were updated to the ESP range to compl...

The land of the Ionian arc in Apulia is now protected 24/7 by an advanced early fire detection system thanks to Teledyne FLIR's high-sensitivity thermal imaging cameras. This represents a synergy between innovation and environmental protection to prevent disasters from happening. The Ionian arc of Puglia is an area rich in history, evocative coastal landscapes, and millenary cultural traditions that tell of the encounter between nature and civilization.  However, this area is also particu...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced it has been recognized as a Challenger in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Container Management. This marks Nutanix’s recognition for the first time in this Magic Quadrant following the launch of its Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP) solution last year. Cloud native applications Nutanix gives clients the ability to run modern and formal applications on the same platform anywhere Nutanix launched NKP following the inte...

In its 25th anniversary year, VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the pioneering security solution provider, has been named one of the “2025 Best Companies to Work for in Asia” by the pioneering HR publication HR Asia, recognizing its long-term investment in talent development and efforts to create a happy, fulfilling workplace. AI strategy implementation The company earned high scores in areas such as “Sustainable Workplace,” “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,” and “...

Allied Universal®,  the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to announce that six of its team members, its entire executive protection team and one of its training programs have been named finalists for the 2025 U.S. Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). The OSPAs recognize and celebrate the work of individuals, companies, and teams that deliver outstanding security products and services. The U.S. OSPAs awards ceremony will take place on Sept....

iDenfy, a Lithuanian-based RegTech company best known for its identity verification and fraud prevention automation solutions, introduced a new addition to its Know Your Business (KYB) platform, the Secretary of State (SOS) business search tool. This new feature helps businesses instantly connect and verify company information across all 50 U.S. states using official Secretary of State records. The new API solution will strive to help high-risk companies, such as fintechs and banks, improve KYB...

Innodisk, a pioneering provider of industrial-grade memory solutions, officially releases its new DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 (LPCAMM2) memory modules. With 60% less space and blazing speeds up to 6400 MT/s and 8533 MT/s, respectively, Innodisk’s CAMM2 series marks a strategic leap into the rugged device and compact system market. Innodisk’s new CAMM2 series DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 reduce dual channels on a single module, effectively merging the capacity Innodisk’s ne...

SAGE Integration is excited to announce that they are officially welcoming the AllCom Integrated Systems Parsippany office to the SAGE family. AllCom is a well-respected security integrator based in Parsippany, New Jersey, and this move makes SAGE even stronger in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Big step forward for SAGE "This is a big step forward for SAGE," said John Nemerofsky, Chief Operating Officer. "AllCom has an outstanding reputation, and their team shares our values, putt...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced new innovations available on the Absolute Resilience Platform. An advanced GenAI assistant enables natural-language queries that instantly answer vital questions about the security and compliance status of endpoint devices. Foundation of AI-powered resilience Enhanced application control helps ensure critical endpoint and network security defenses are present across every device and operating with maximum effectiveness and...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced that Absolute Resilience™ is now available for purchase in the CrowdStrike Marketplace, the one-stop destination for CrowdStrike’s world-class ecosystem of compatible security products. With Absolute Security, organizations can further strengthen their cyber resilience by ensuring that mission-critical applications maintain continuous visibility, self-healing capabilities, and operational integrity against c...

Atos announces it has been named a pioneer in ISG’s Provider Lens™ Mainframes – Services and Solutions, Europe, for the fourth year in a row. In 2025, Atos further reinforced its position on the market, being named a pioneer in four quadrants: Mainframe Optimization Services, Application Modernization Services, Mainframe as a Service (MFaaS), and Mainframe Operations. Atos’ comprehensive product ISG confirms Atos’ wide product and service offering, strong market...

Shropshire organizations have received a £12,000 boost for their work with young people across the county from funds awarded by the county’s High Sheriff Fund and managed by the Shropshire Community Foundation. Former High Sheriff, Brian Welti and Shropshire Community Foundation have confirmed that 12 groups have been awarded grants with Telford-based international security company DeterTech being one of the main contributors to the fund. Safety and crime prevention DeterTech&rsqu...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is now an official member of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). Through this membership, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions will actively engage in standards development, technology programs, and government initiatives. Guerry Bruner, Program Manager for Unmanned Infrastructure Solutions at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, has been invited to join two influential TIA working groups. He will contribute his expertise to initiatives focused on enhancing security...

AI agents, autonomous software tools capable of performing tasks for users, are quickly becoming mainstream. From ordering groceries to transferring funds, these agents promise convenience by navigating the same websites and apps humans do. But as with any disruptive technology, there’s a flip side. The rise of AI agents is dismantling the very foundation of fraud detection. The new digital reality Consider this: Over 60% of visitors to online shops and retailers are now bots,...

FILM & TAPE EXPO 2025, Asia’s premier B2B expo for functional film and industrial adhesive tapes, will take place from October 28 to 30, 2025, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Halls 10, 12, and 14). The event will bring together over 3,500 global exhibitors and brands across the entire functional film and industrial adhesive tape supply chain, including materials, manufacturing and processing equipment, solutions, finished products, etc., serving as a one-stop...

C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2025, Asia’s premier B2B expo for display panel and touch panel technologies, will take place from October 28 to 30, 2025, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Halls 10, 12, and 14). The event will bring together over 3,500 global exhibitors and brands across the entire touch and display supply chain, including materials, manufacturing equipment, components, testing technologies, and finished products. Innovative ideas with global exper...

As manufacturing facilities become more automated and interconnected, the need for robust security grows more urgent. Factors like automation, supply chain complexity, and new regulatory requirements introduce security threats that many facilities aren’t fully prepared for, putting people, assets, and operations at risk. Range of risks Modern industrial facilities face a diverse range of risks: Cargo Theft: In 2024, U.S. and Canadian businesses faced 3,625 cargo theft incidents...

SharpEagle, a pioneer in industrial safety and surveillance solutions, announced the expansion of its Advanced explosion-proof portable lighting range designed to significantly enhance safety and efficiency in hazardous environments. This expanded line aims to meet the growing demand for reliable and certified illumination solutions in sectors such as oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, and other industries where flammable materials pose a risk. Adoption of energy-efficient LED technolog...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that its cloud-based vehicle investigation system, Cloudrunner™, is now hosted in Canada on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. This will ensure that sensitive data for Canadian law enforcement, security agencies, and private-sector organizations remains in Canada while delivering responsiveness, scalability, and reliability. Vehicle-centric investigation system Cloudrunner is a cloud-native vehicle-centr...

Gallagher Security is thrilled to celebrate Jeff Ogborn, Senior Solutions Engineer, as a recipient of the 2025 Security Innovator Award, the industry’s only recognition program based entirely on peer nominations.  Jeff’s recognition reflects more than a career milestone - it’s a tribute to years of quiet innovation, deep expertise, and a tireless drive to make security systems smarter, more flexible, and more customer-focused. “I’m genuinely honored by this no...

Zimperium, the world's pioneer in mobile security, announced new findings from its zLabs team on an evolving mobile banking trojan dubbed DoubleTrouble.  The malware, which disguises itself using random two-word method names, has rapidly grown in sophistication—adding screen recording, advanced keylogging, and new UI overlay capabilities designed to steal credentials and manipulate infected devices. Discord-hosted APKs Initially spread viaphishing sites posing as European banks, Do...

Acoem, a pioneer in advanced acoustic threat detection solutions, announced the appointment of Edwin (Ed) Brennen as Business Development Manager for its ATD (Acoustic Threat Detection) team. With more than 35 years of experience across public sector technology and electronic security, Brennen will lead Acoem’s channel partner development efforts in North America. Acoem’s ATD solution Brennen joins Acoem with many years of experience selling and keeping security technology solutio...

Hikvision, a pioneer in the AI-powered Internet of Things (AIoT), has released a suite of next-generation checkpoint cameras, traffic incident detection cameras, and servers, powered by advanced large-scale Traffic AI models. These innovative products are designed to significantly enhance detection accuracy, reduce false alarms, and improve overall traffic safety. Revolutionary AI models Hikvision's large-scale traffic AI models are based on the Guanlan Large-Scale AI Model platform. They hav...

Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced that it had begun taking orders for its newly released SecureFlow™ Kiosk. Product details for SecureFlow are now live and available on garrett.com. The SecureFlow Kiosk is an enhanced user interface for Garrett Paragon walk-through metal detectors. This tablet-based accessory provides constant access to recent alarm information as well as current walkthrough settings and a live view of the Paragon's zone indication and ready lights. It connect...

DeterTech is proud to announce it has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, making a public pledge of support for the armed forces community. The company has received the Bronze Award in recognition of its existing commitments and proud track record of being a forces-friendly employer. The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. It focuses on ensuring members of the armed forces community have the same acce...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, and OpenView, one of the largest privately owned independent security companies in the UK, are reinforcing their long-standing collaboration with Enfield Council.  The partnership aims to enhance public safety through the deployment of state-of-the-art Predator and Invictus HD PTZ cameras, across London Borough of Enfield’s town centre and public parks. Maximize security surveillance...

Simpro Group, a pioneer in field service management solutions, now announced the appointment of Amy Carnrick as Senior Advisor, Field Service Transformation. This strategic hire reinforces the evolving market landscape surrounding private equity-backed FSM consolidation and Simpro's mission to empower trade and field service businesses with innovative software solutions that drive growth and operational success. Since acquiring Foster Plumbing in 2018, Carnrick has demonstrated extraordina...

Climate and weather can have a damaging impact on digital devices, especially in locations where extremes in summer and/or winter are common. This may be an obstacle to implementing digital technologies or digitalizing outdoor workflows. For controlling access, it can prevent organizations from realizing the benefits of digital access at remote and/or outdoor sites. Intelligent digital locking, which meets the highest standards of durability and reliability, is required. Expansion of...

Matrix, a trusted name in Security and Telecom solutions, is proud to announce its participation in the 10th International Police Expo, India’s premier platform focused exclusively on policing, internal security, and law enforcement technologies. Set to take place in New Delhi, the Expo brings together global manufacturers and police representatives from over 25 countries to explore next-generation technologies across policing, surveillance, disaster management, rescue, healthcare, and cy...