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As agentic commerce takes hold, retailers are entering a new phase of automation, where AI agents act on behalf of real users to browse, compare, and buy. But these same capabilities can be weaponized by fraudsters. This Black Friday, the challenge isn’t stopping bots; it’s distinguishing between legitimate agent-driven interactions and malicious automation designed to mimic them. Identity amid rising automation That distinction matters most at the account layer, where retailers m...

FireMon, the pioneering network security and firewall policy management company, detailed expanded support for Zero Trust microsegmentation across hybrid environments, including a deeper integration with Illumio and continued coverage for VMware NSX and Zscaler. By normalizing, analyzing, and continuously validating segmentation intent across network, virtual, and host enforcement points, FireMon helps security teams operationalize Zero Trust at enterprise scale. Firewall governance...

Flir, a Teledyne Technologies brand, announced built-in GPS for its Si2-Series acoustic imaging cameras. The upgrade adds precise location data to predictive maintenance inspections, helping service providers and reliability teams streamline workflows across multi-site operations, long-distance inspections, and utilities and power-transmission applications. Si2-Series cameras With integrated GPS, every acoustic image captured by the Si2-Series cameras now includes geospatial metadata that sea...

Innodisk Group, a pioneer in edge AI solutions, has been recognized with six honors at the 2026 Taiwan Excellence Awards. Among the winners are four products from Innodisk and two from its subsidiary Aetina, spanning DRAM modules, data center SSDs, smart camera modules, and AI edge systems. The awards highlight Innodisk Group’s transformation from embedded hardware expertise toward a unified edge AI ecosystem integrating storage, computing, and sensing. Advance edge AI innovations Build...

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Locks and DB2S Smart Locks with Zigbee have achieved INTEREL certification, enabling seamless integration with the EOS 2 all-in-one thermostat hub for smart building deployments. This certification positions Alfred as a key partner for property management companies seeking cost-effective, scalable access control solutions across multi-family properties. Alfred's commercial-grade Zigbee smart locks Th...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has partnered with Queenstown Airport (ZQN) and Custom Technology Systems Ltd to elevate the domestic departure experience, providing greater convenience and security for passengers. Queenstown Airport, a key gateway to New Zealand’s South Island and the country’s fourth-busiest airport, has evolved continuously since opening in 1935. Now serving more than 2.6 million passengers each year, it connects major domestic destinations and east coast Australia, dri...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced that it has received an order for ten ROSA™ units bundled with ten SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent) licenses for deployment inside a major sports venue in the United States. The new installations will support the arena’s security team with enhance...

Flir acoustic imaging cameras uncover hidden leaks and inefficiencies in cement plants, helping teams reduce downtime, cut energy costs, and boost performance. With intuitive operation, precise leak detection even in noisy or hard-to-reach areas and smart reporting, maintenance becomes faster, safer, and more cost-effective than ever. Concern in the quarrying and cement industry The global cement market was valued at $361 billion in 2024 and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% through 2025&...

iDenfy, a RegTech provider of identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced its latest software solution that connects to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) data source into its Know Your Customer (KYC) verification platform. Combined with other KYC tools, such as an additional license check option, companies will now have a new workflow option that instantly verifies any U.S. citizen's driver’s license faster. This will help ensure a higher...

Flir’s acoustic imaging technology helps manufacturers find and fix leaks fast, turning invisible losses into measurable energy savings and improved safety across every stage of production. conventional manufacturing methods The global glass industry is worth over 120 billion dollars a year. The market is generally split into different segments such as flat glass, container glass and specialty products. The industry has changed significantly in the past few decades. In the early 1970s,...

Amthal is celebrating 25 years, highlighting the company’s growth in scale, capability and technical expertise to deliver fully integrated life safety and security technology solutions that meet strict compliance requirements. Founded in 2000 by Paul Rosenthal and John Allam, Amthal started as a local residential security company. Over the past quarter-century, it has expanded into a group providing comprehensive fire and security systems across commercial, education, healthcare, retail,...

In recent years, campus safety and student mental health have drawn growing attention. Government data in Taiwan show a rise in emotional and stress-related issues among students aged 15–24. Unauthorized attempts to enter campuses still occur, unsettling students and staff. Strengthening security management and proactive alerting has therefore become a priority for schools. To address risks such as expansive campuses, multiple entry points, blind spots, and potential intrusions, VIV...

Iris Innovations, a world pioneer in specialized marine camera technology, has announced the launch of Photon, a compact ultra-low-light 4K night vision camera designed to make safe nighttime navigation accessible to every boater. Whether cruising after dusk, fishing before sunrise or patrolling remote coastlines, Photon delivers exceptional clarity and full-color imagery in near-total darkness – all without the need for infrared or thermal imaging. New benchmark for performance Unlike...

The Milestone Developer Summit 2025, dedicated to innovators, developers, and technology partners in video technology, took place at the historic Carlsberg Museum in Copenhagen—a venue renowned for scientific breakthroughs, including the invention of the pH enzyme, a milestone in biochemical innovation. This legacy of discovery provided the perfect global stage for a new era of open platform development, responsible AI, and, not least, the Hackathon. Essence of Milestone’s open pla...

Digital workplace solutions and managed services pioneer Espria returns in December with another Optimise IT exhibition, pioneering the discussion on how IT solutions can best work together to provide the ultimate support for businesses and end-user experience.  Post-COVID, Espria hosted a series of Optimise IT webinar discussions, covering themes such as business peace of mind, business readiness and AI integrations for workplace teams. These discussions have featured key spokespeople fro...

SOURCE Tactical Gear, a pioneer in tactical protection, hydration systems, and modular load-carry solutions, has won the Italian Carabinieri tender for women’s ballistic vests, a significant milestone in gender-specific protection. Its female-specific vests are now widely fielded across Europe by additional police and military forces. The achievement marks a major endorsement of SOURCE’s pioneering concept of anatomically accurate female protection, now further adopted by additiona...

ACR Electronics, the pioneering provider of safety and survival equipment, is launching its latest innovation in maritime safety technology – the Pathfinder AIS SART (Search and Rescue Transmitter). Debuting at METSTRADE, the new AIS SART builds upon the success of its predecessor, the ACR Pathfinder Pro, combining proven reliability with cutting-edge AIS (Automatic Identification System) technology to advance search and rescue efforts at sea. IMO SOLAS regulations The ACR Pathfinder Pr...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices Group (RAD-G), has executed a three-year agreement with a U.S.-based RVM (Remote Video Monitoring) company. The project, which is expected to reach $2.5 million in total contract value, will deploy SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent), the Company’s multiple award-winning agentic AI platform, a...

Detection Technology, a global pioneer in X-ray detector solutions, is proud to announce that it has been honored with the 2025 GE HealthCare Supplier of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition is the highest distinction awarded by GE HealthCare and celebrates a supplier that consistently delivers exceptional performance and value across multiple dimensions. Excellence in innovation The GE HealthCare Supplier of the Year Award recognizes excellence in innovation, quality, service levels,...

Gallagher Security wrapped up GSX 2025 with a powerful reminder that protecting what matters most extends beyond technology. Through their Security Meets Solidarity initiative, the global security manufacturer raised more than $7,000 for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), more than doubling their original goal. “We went into GSX hoping to raise $3,000, and our team was thrilled to reach that goal on day one,” says Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Ma...

The Infinigate Group, the pioneering technology platform and trusted advisor in Cybersecurity, Cloud & Network Infrastructure, is appointing Peter Meier as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Peter Meier brings long-standing experience as CFO and Management Board member of global technology companies, where he successfully led operational business transformation. Meier's considerable achievements Meier's considerable achievements include his...

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon in Atlanta, Teleport, the pioneer in Infrastructure Identity, announced expanded support for Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) within its Identity Security product. The new integration provides organizations with unprecedented visibility into Amazon EKS cluster activity, enabling teams to identify shadow access, privilege escalation, and identity-based risks across their managed Kubernetes environments. Teleport’s enhanced EKS support debuts at&nbs...

VAST Data, the AI Operating System company, announced an expanded partnership with Google Cloud, enabling customers to deploy the VAST AI Operating System (AI OS) as a fully managed service and extend a unified global namespace across hybrid environments. Powered by the VAST DataSpace, enterprises can seamlessly connect clusters running in Google Cloud and on-premises locations, eliminating complex migrations and making data instantly available wherever AI runs. Fragmented storage an...

The Board of Directors of TE Connectivity plc, a world pioneer in connectors and sensors, has appointed Ken Washington to the board, effective November 17, 2025. "We are very pleased to have Dr. Washington join as a new director to TE's board," said TE Connectivity Chairman John Davidson. "He brings substantial experience and expertise in leading technology development for global companies that will serve TE well as we continue to drive forward innovations for industrial and transportation...

The Organizing Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) has announced Fincantieri, one of the world’s pioneering shipbuilding groups, as the Diamond Sponsor for the ninth edition of the show scheduled to take place from 19 to 22 January 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC). The four-day event is held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Head of State and Supreme Commander of Q...

The S12 Security Guarding Industry Leadership Group has announced the appointment of Paul Fullwood as its Chief of Staff, marking a significant step forward in the group’s mission to strengthen industry collaboration, shape policy, elevate standards and enhance public safety. The appointment follows the formation period for the S12, including the completion of an industry-wide consultation survey, the establishment of 15 distinct workstreams, and the opening of regist...

NAKIVO Inc., a fast-growing software company specializing in data protection and disaster recovery solutions for virtual, physical, cloud, and SaaS environments, has now announced financial results for Q3 2025, driven by growth in EMEA, customer expansion, and new partnerships. Strong overall business growth NAKIVO achieved 20% booking growth and 15% collections growth in Q3 2025 vs. Q3 2024, demonstrating continued demand for the company’s data protection soluti...

Chronosphere, the observability platform built for control, announced the launch of AI-guided troubleshooting capabilities, a major advancement that redefines how engineering teams investigate and resolve production incidents. The new set of capabilities combines AI-driven insights with deep environmental context via a temporal knowledge graph. With this context, Chronosphere delivers highly accurate root-cause insights that enable engineers to resolve issues faster and with greater confid...

G2E Asia @ the Philippines, a special edition of G2E Asia, makes its highly anticipated return to Manila Marriott Hotel this December 10 and 11. Tailored for the Philippine gaming industry, the two-day event will feature over 100 brands in the exhibition, many of which have no local presence. Complementing the exhibition is a series of dynamic activities, including dedicated networking events for various industry segments, specialized masterclasses to support professional development, and a two...

Gunnebo Safe Storage is reinforcing its position in Europe by combining large-scale manufacturing with advanced locking technology across its full range of safe storage solutions. With specialist sites now operating as a single platform, the company has created one of the most comprehensive secure storage operations on the continent, with recent integrations being central to its success. High-security locking systems The Markersdorf facility in Germany, one of Europe’s key manufacturing...