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Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the cybersecurity solutions company focused on cyber strategy and risk, announces that it has signed a three-year, exclusive partnership with the UK subsidiary of a global aerospace, defense, and security company, to jointly market Rizikon, the supply chain cyber platform, to selected sub-sectors within the UK critical national infrastructure (CNI) market. The partnership will be publicly launched to clients by both parties in the next few weeks. Supply chain c...

“For a couple of bucks, I know where everything is. I can't speak glowingly enough about how well this works for us. We are in the middle of nowhere; there's no Wi-Fi connectivity here, and it (RFID) still works,” said Tom Hebert, Founder and Director of Earth Sciences Foundation.  Leveraging technology from HID’s RFID tags, InfraMarker's RFID system and Esri’s field mapping software, Herbert and Earth Sciences Foundation, a fossil excavation non-profit, are excavat...

Telaeris, Inc., a pioneering provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces its new XPressEntry handheld badge and biometric reader support for all HID Mobile Access® solutions including HID employee badge and Student ID in Apple Wallet. Traditional credentials are easily lost or forgotten creating a variety of physical security risks. In response to these challenges, organizations can now improve physical security and convenience by issuing m...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced the launch of Infosys Aster™ – a set of AI-amplified marketing services, solutions, and platforms that deliver engaging brand experiences, enhanced marketing efficiency, and accelerated effectiveness for business growth. It drives AI-led transformation of marketing with integrated, real-time views across customers, brands and channels, enabling companies to increase ROI from marketing. With creat...

ZeroFox, the pioneer in external cybersecurity, announced the launch of its physical security intelligence (PSI) mobile application, ZeroFox PSI Mobile. The ZeroFox PSI Mobile app delivers 24x7x365 global physical threat awareness for on-the-go corporate security practitioners, enabling rapid response to physical security incidents that could impact the safety of key personnel or disrupt critical business operations.  ZeroFox PSI Mobile app Physical security threats to businesses ha...

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s actions to keep American families together and to streamline a pathway for Dreamers to access waivers relating to high-skilled labor visas for which they are qualified: “Today, the Department of Homeland Security is taking action to keep American families together and end the fear and uncertainty these families face when one spouse is a United States&nbs...

Omnilert, a pioneer in active shooter solutions, announced that it has integrated Omnilert Gun Detect with the Hanwha Vision Wisenet WAVE video management software (VMS) to provide a complete solution for gun violence and active shooters that can help save lives in the event a gunman comes onto a customers' facilities. Wisenet WAVE VMS is a software platform for IP video surveillance applications that detects, streams, records, and analyses live video from connected IP cameras and networked vide...

Following a decision of its Board, Euralarm has welcomed Safety Technology International as a new member. The company will join the Fire Section of Euralarm which monitors and analyses the developments and reviews what the impact of new technologies can be. This not only will help members to better understand the topics and their impact, but also act as a guidance on prioritizing the actions and the work regarding standardization and certification. Understanding of the EU policy Companies jo...

Inverclyde security firm, Safer Group, has appointed Mark Walsh to the newly-created position of Chief Revenue Officer amid continued strong growth. Founded in 2016 by Greenock entrepreneur Ryan Clark, the Port Glasgow-based company specializes in protecting construction sites, infrastructure, and assets with its high-tech intruder detection system, known as Safer PODs. It recently opened a second 6,000 sq ft unit at Kelburn Business Park as its new head office, after enjoying a record-breaking...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is excited to announce an exclusive summer discount for HDP 2.0 members. By joining as an official Hikvision Dealer Partner (HDP) or upgrading to HDP 2.0 through the exclusive app, security integrators can unlock special benefits, including extra savings during Hikvision’s Summer Savings Program from July 1-31, 2024. Hikvisio...

The new T series wall-mount cameras from Hanwha Vision solve the obstructed-view challenges associated with dome surveillance devices in high overhead mounting positions. The new cameras deliver an “eye-level,” nearly 180° panoramic field of view while capturing detailed 5MP resolution video for accurate people and object identification. The T series cameras (model TNV-C8011RW) can fit a range of commercial surveillance applications requiring wide fields of view of any...

Global IT services provider Claranet Benelux has entered into a new agreement with secure digital communication specialist Zivver. This collaboration offers companies and institutions in the Benelux region an easy way to prevent data leaks, communicate securely via email and meet the strict security requirements of NIS2 and DORA, among others.  Claranet Benelux is a pioneering IT service provider that focuses on providing digital workplaces, security, networks and solutions...

Brivo, the largest global provider of cloud-based access control and smart space technologies, announces the transformation of its Global Reseller Partner Program, effective for all Resellers on January 1, 2025.  The Global Reseller Partner Program will grant access to data insights, marketing assets, and business management tools, all supported by a wealth of new resources to boost partner growth and improve the overall partner experience. Tiers of support and benefits Brivo is increasi...

At Smarter E Europe 2024 from June 19-21 in Munich, Germany, B&R is showing how intelligent automation can address the new challenges that come with the widespread adoption of renewable energy. Visitors to Booth 490 in Hall B2 will see how B&R technology is helping to make green grids more reliable and deliver clean fuel to hard-to-electrify sectors. New solutions for power generation "More than ever, society needs an energy supply that is reliable, affordable, efficient and sustainab...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is excited to welcome Luisa Merlano to the role of Technical Business Development Manager for the Latin America region. Luisa enhances the technical expertise of the team with a solid background in electrical engineering. She has accumulated valuable experience over the past three years working with Gallagher Security products as a Gallagher Certified Channel Partner in Colombia. Her hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of Gallagher’...

Senior representatives from the UK’s fire and security sectors gathered on Wednesday night at the Coventry Building Society Arena for the glittering Fire & Security Matters (FSM) Awards. Hosted by respected industry publications Fire Safety Matters and Security Matters, the FSM Awards celebrate innovation and the highest standards of excellence in the fire and security sectors. NSI commends all the winners and finalists, including the 15 NSI-approved companies that were shortlisted wi...

Absolute Security, a global pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced that G2, a customer-driven software review platform, named the company as a pioneer in its Spring Grid Reports for Zero Trust Networking and Endpoint Security. Absolute has continued to earn top positioning for four consecutive years, highlighting the company’s commitment to deliver innovative solutions that help organizations maintain security, compliance, and cyber resilience across their global business opera...

The rising demand for innovative and reliable home security solutions highlights the need for more accessible options in the market. Many households are searching for high-performance security systems without the hefty price tag, and this is where Roombanker shines. As an emerging star in the home security market, Roombanker offers advanced technology and reliable solutions tailored to meet diverse security needs at a reasonable price. Ultra-long wireless technology Roombanker’s securi...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, released its next generation of high-performance Hadron 640 dual radiometric thermal and visible camera modules. The ITAR-free Hadron 640+ and radiometric Hadron 640R+ provide industry-pioneering thermal sensitivity. All models are size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimized for integration into unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), robotic platforms, and emerging AI applications utilizing Teledyne FLIR Prism&tra...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, launches innovative AI-powered application onboarding capability. This new capability will be seamlessly integrated into SailPoint Identity Security Cloud and will simplify the process of integrating critical business applications. By automating the onboarding process, SailPoint will simultaneously delivering faster time to value, critical security of business applications and improving the user experience. I...

Axis Communications celebrates the grand re-opening of its Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Chelmsford, MA. The upgraded Boston-area AEC has been renovated to include additional meeting spaces, an expanded lab, a demo room, and a design studio, allowing Axis to better support customers and partners throughout Northern New England. Home to Axis’ Americas headquarters, the Chelmsford AEC serves a variety of local industries including retail, education, transportation, biopharma, and more, pr...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has received LenelS2™ factory certification and has joined the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The certification means that the SecurOS® Enterprise software is now certified to work with all future versions of LenelS2’s flagship OnGuard access control system.  “With one of the most rigorous testing paradigms in the industry...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, has acquired the international standard cloud security system certification ‘CSA STAR (Security, Trust, Assurance, Risk) Level 2’ issued by the CSA (Cloud Security Alliance), and renewed both the ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management System) and ISO/IEC 27701 (Privacy Information Management System) certifications. First, the ‘CSA STAR’ certification, issued by the CSA, a global organization dedicated to d...

Milestone Systems, a pioneering provider of video technology, announced that the award-winning research project furthers the AI capabilities of thermal cameras and Milestone’s video technology software to monitor and assess unusual behavior and enhance safety in harbors around the world. Every year 236,000 people drown around the world. In Denmark, the harbors have witnessed numerous drowning incidents over the years, with 1,647 lives lost between 2001 and 2015. A quarter of these tragedi...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced it is expanding operations to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH) under the leadership of Benjamin Krebs. This expansion comes as Verkada is seeing strong sales and partner growth across EMEA. “Today, more than 24,000 customers across 85 countries trust Verkada as their safety solution,” said Eric Salava, Chief Revenue Officer at Verkada. “Establishing operations in the DACH region, which represents...

The Federal Public Service Policy and Support (BOSA), a key component of Belgium’s federal administration, with support from Cryptomathic, a global pioneer in data security and cryptography, has successfully launched one of Europe’s first digital identity wallets. In line with the European Digital Identity Framework Regulation, eIDAS 2.0, the Federal Government of Belgium has launched MyGov.be, a single app providing access to a wide range of digital public services, information an...

Wayne Alarm Systems, Inc., a family-owned and operated provider of life safety and security solutions, announced the acquisition of SAS Security Systems, Inc. of Watertown, Massachusetts. This strategic move expands Wayne Alarm's footprint in the greater Boston area, allowing it to deliver its premier security services to a wider range of customers. Leveraging the latest technology Wayne Alarm, founded by Ralph Wayne Sevinor, has a long-standing reputation for exceptional customer care and u...

Illumio, Inc., a Zero Trust Segmentation company, announced the appointment of Pete Wilson as Director of Channel Sales, EMEA. Based in the UK, Wilson will lead and scale Illumio’s channel and alliance operations in EMEA as it seeks to capitalize on the growing demand for Zero Trust and Microsegmentation.  Wilson brings over 20 years of experience in networking and security, gained at top technology companies, including RSA and SailPoint. Before joining Illumio, he was Director...

In 1899, the Texas Legislature authorized the formation of the Southwest Texas State Normal School, which opened in San Marcos four years later. At the time, the school’s mission was to prepare Texas public school teachers, but over the years, it has undergone several expansions and name changes to reflect its evolution into the major multi-purpose university Texas State has become. From its humble beginnings located in a single building, Texas State’s original San Marcos campus has...

Breaches of physical security on military bases by unauthorized personnel are more common than the average civilian may realize. Unauthorized personnel may wish to steal military information for a foreign power or just cause chaos by committing violence. They at Delta Scientific understand the risks that these breaches pose to national security. The barricades have a role in preventing and thwarting such breaches. The Latest Military Base Breach On May 3rd, 2024, two individuals arrived...