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Carlisle Support Services announces the appointment of Vinny Singh as Managing Director for Security and Events North, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues to expand its footprint across the region. With more than two decades of experience leading national security operations, Vinny brings extensive expertise in operational delivery, risk management, and client partnership across both public and private sectors. Known for his people-first approach and focus on servi...

ZE Government Solutions (ZEGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of AI-based gun detection pioneer ZeroEyes, launched ZeroEyes Aerial Detection Kit (ZAD), a portable, drone-based AI threat detection and intelligent situational awareness solution designed for public safety agencies.  The kit provides operators with a stand-alone drone solution that can be deployed in minutes from agencies' existing drone platforms to detect firearms, people, vehicles, drones, and maritime vessels. Rapid integrati...

Securitas UK has announced Daniel Slade has been appointed as the Regional Operational Lead for City Security Council London Group (CSC). With effect from 1 January 2026, Daniel will support in advancing the CSC’s mission of intelligence sharing, coordinated crisis response, and close partnership with the City of London Police. Alongside his new CSC responsibilities, Daniel continues to serve as Area Director for London within Securitas UK, where he has led multiple client sites through c...

Security 101, a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital and a national provider of comprehensive commercial security solutions, announced the acquisition of Security & Energy Technologies Corporation ("SETEC"), a Chantilly, Virginia–based systems integrator with deep expertise serving both commercial and federal government clients. This transaction marks Security 101's 19th strategic acquisition, further strengthening its presence in the Mid-Atlantic market. Integration of complex ac...

System Surveyor, the pioneering digital system design platform for security and technology integrators, announced a strategic partnership with Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance. This collaboration is designed to equip resellers with intuitive tools that streamline system design, automate a bill of materials, and accelerate the sales cycle. Through this partnership, Eagle Eye Networks resellers gain access to System Surveyor’s mobile, collaborative system des...

WatchGuard® Technologies, a pioneer in unified cybersecurity for managed service providers (MSPs), announced that it has been recognized as both a Leader and an Outperformer in the 2025 GigaOm Radar Report for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR). The GigaOm Radar Report for EDR evaluates vendors across innovation, execution, and deployment models to guide IT and security pioneers in solution selection. WatchGuard’s strength In the 2025 report, GigaOm recognized...

Suprema, a pioneer of AI-based security solutions, was named the Winner in the Access Control category at the a&s Adria Awards 2025. The ceremony was held during the 10th Adria Security Summit, which brought together over 2,000 industry professionals and 111 exhibitors from around the world on October 8–9 in Skopje, North Macedonia. Dynamic security landscape Recognizing transformative innovation across video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, fire protection, cybers...

Located in the tranquil surroundings of Addlestone, Surrey, Rodwell House serves as part of the renowned Graham Care Group. This 79-bed nursing facility specializes in providing exceptional care for residents with dementia and physical frailties, continually seeking innovative ways to enhance service delivery. Meeting the evolving needs of modern care As a forward-thinking facility, Rodwell House sought to enhance the entry experience for both staff and visitors. The management team understoo...

AI-powered cybersecurity firm Shinobi has announced a major expansion of its platform – the ability to penetration test mobile applications with the same skill, reasoning, and precision as human experts, but delivered continuously and at machine speed.  With phones having become vaults for employees’ digital lives, holding money, messages, health data, and work communications, attackers are increasingly targeting mobile apps. New vulnerabilities emerge with every update But t...

Skills for Security has opened its seventh dedicated training site nationwide. The new facility, based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire has welcomed its first fire and security apprentices on site. The new center has been fully renovated to create a modern and practical learning environment, with updated resources and facilities designed specifically for apprentices in the fire and security sector. Learners the hands-on experience Purpose-built classrooms and workshop areas mirror real-world wor...

Azure Access Technology, a U.S.-based manufacturer of enterprise-grade access control hardware platforms, proudly announces the appointment of Joseph Grillo to its Board of Directors. A recognized pioneer in the electronic security and identification industry, Grillo brings over 30 years of experience driving growth and innovation in the security technology sector. Integration timelines and supports Azure Access Technology empowers software-focused enterprises to build world-class access cont...

As part of its preparations for the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026), the Organizing Committee convened a diplomat briefing to provide updates on the event's significant evolution as a global defense platform, its growing commercial impact, and its responsiveness to industry needs, alongside essential information and logistical arrangements related to participation. The event took place at the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces base (Umm Al...

Allient Inc., a designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has announced it will present its electrification, precision motion and lightweighting technologies that are defining the next-generation of tactical systems at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition on October 13-15 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. If they are attending, plea...

Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security has been recognized as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2025. The Top 50 was created by LDC, the private equity investor that is part of Lloyds Banking Group, in partnership with The Times. Now in its eighth year, the program continues to celebrate the drive and ambition of Britain’s best and brightest entrepreneurs. This year the program received almost 700 nominations, showcasing the exceptional individuals tha...

Building on their highly popular series of integrated high-security solutions events, the CNI Security Group has announced their next event, ‘Protecting CNI Scotland – The importance of cyber-secure solutions in critical national infrastructure’. Designed for all end users, consultants and system designers in the CNI sector, the free-to-attend event will be held at Dakota Eurocentral, Motherwell, on Wednesday 19th November, between 9:30 am and 4 pm. The event will show in...

NAKIVO, a pioneering provider of backup, ransomware protection, and disaster recovery for virtual, physical, cloud, NAS and SaaS environments, announces the release of NAKIVO Backup & Replication v11.1. The new version introduces a powerful set of features and enhancements designed to deliver disaster resilience with near-zero downtime and data loss across diverse IT environments—all while simplifying accessibility and MSP-tenant management. Multilingual interface: 5 new languages C...

RecFaces, a developer and vendor of facial recognition software solutions, has announced the launch of its “Asian Season” — a dedicated regional business tour led by Oleg Kurochkin, Business Development Director for Asia Pacific, aimed at strengthening partnerships and exploring new growth opportunities across the region. Over the coming months, Oleg Kurochkin will travel across Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, meeting with key technology part...

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in security and surveillance solutions, introduces its bi-spectrum early fire detection cameras, combining dual thermal radiometry and visible imaging lenses for advanced fire detection, temperature monitoring, and reliable surveillance.  Designed for critical environments such as industrial facilities, data centers, and electric vehicle charging stations, these cameras help identify potential fire hazards before they escalate, ensuring safety and operational effic...

The Keyholding Company (TKC), a UK-based tech-enabled security services provider, has published its first B Corp Impact Report following certification in 2024.  Publishing an annual Impact Report is a requirement for all certified B Corps, designed to ensure ongoing transparency and accountability. The reports track performance across five areas of impact – Governance, Workers, Community, Customers and Environment – and demonstrate how businesses are working to balance profit w...

Following its inaugural meeting with the Security Minister, the Security Industry Authority (SIA), and the Home Office, the newly established S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group has opened an industry-wide consultation to identify the key priorities that will shape its agenda and future workstreams. The S12 is inviting security professionals, businesses, clients, and stakeholders from across the guarding sector to share their views on the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the...

ONVIF®, the pioneering standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces that it will end support for ONVIF Profile S, and is recommending the use of its successor, Profile T.   Profile S, the first-ever profile ONVIF introduced in 2011, provides a standardized set of specifications that enable basic video streaming capabilities between conformant devices (like IP cameras) and clients (like video management software) from different vendors. Pr...

According to the newly released 2025 Access Control Report from global research firm Omdia, Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, continues to expand its share of the global access control software market, maintaining its #2 position worldwide. In an industry shaped by mergers and acquisitions, the report shows that Genetec achieved the highest organic global market share gain in on-premises access control software. For customers, partnering with a c...

Cattewater Harbor in Plymouth is harnessing the power and performance of 360 Vision Technology’s Invictus cameras, to protect and secure operations across the challenging and changing conditions at the harbor’s extensive shoreline. The UK manufacturer of ruggedized HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, was selected to provide their industry-pioneering camera technology after a comprehensive on-site evaluation. Civilian pleasure traffic Plymouth is the largest city on the sout...

Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, kicked off its 16th annual Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) in Denver, Colorado. Joined by key partners including Apple, Okta, AWS, Microsoft, Google, and more, Jamf unveiled the latest updates to its pioneering Apple device management and security platform. Those updates include a rich API ecosystem, intelligent AI tools, and automated software updates powered by Declarative Device Management, making the Jamf platform more powerfu...

The German Design Council has been shaping the design landscape in Germany since 1953. Every year, the organization presents the ICONIC AWARD to recognize visionary architecture and innovative solutions. At the 2025 awards ceremony, dormakaba's Quantum Pixel+ electronic hotel lock was honored with the ICONIC AWARD. Digital product solution The digital product solution increases convenience for hotel guests. Modern technologies, such as NFC, RFID, Bluetooth® Low Energy, and digital wallets...

In an emergency, first responders, School Resource Officers (SROs), and responsible parties need to gain access to campus buildings to assess alerts and potential threats. With Connect ONE®’s new Emergency Response Platform (ERP), included with any service level at no additional charge, first responders and SROs can view cameras, unlock doors and outputs, activate task functions, initiate lockdown and see recent activity. Connect ONE ERP Connect ONE ERP unifies multiple school syste...

Radiflow, a pioneering provider of cybersecurity solutions for industrial automation networks, announced that the company has launched the new Radiflow360, a unified, AI-enhanced OT cybersecurity platform that delivers full visibility, risk management and streamlined incident response for mid-sized industrial enterprises. Radiflow360 now enables mid-sized industrial operators to gain full visibility and control over their OT networks and risks, and is supported by an AI analyst assistant that s...

Kaseya, the pioneering provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, kicked off its sold-out Kaseya DattoCon 2025 conference in Miami Beach by unveiling its latest innovations and previewing its next generation cyber resilience and digital workforce platforms. These new capabilities enable MSPs to deliver critical services while driving meaningful business growth. Once reserved for large companies, Kaseya’s latest innovations provide enterprise-caliber protection at a m...

At IACP 2025, at booth #1085, Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, will showcase its latest public safety solutions that help law enforcement agencies and security professionals unify operations, streamline investigations, and enhance situational awareness. Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to experience first-hand demonstrations of Genetec Cloudrunner™,  Citigraf™, and Clearance™, exploring how these solutions provide...

Gigamon, a pioneer in deep observability, released new research revealing how global CISOs are reshaping 2026 cybersecurity strategies as they seek to effectively secure and manage hybrid cloud infrastructure in the AI era. AI is regarded as the most transformational technology to date, impacting everything from how businesses innovate to how adversaries operate. As a result, more than 200 global CISOs surveyed across Australia, France, Germany, Singapore, the UK, and the US are shift...