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Through their strategic partnership, 360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology are setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland.  Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding environments. With a reputation as being Ireland’s most progressive distributor, Northwo...

Interface Systems, a major managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, announced the successful completion of a major security upgrade for Bethesda Community Church and Bethesda Christian School in Fort Worth, Texas. Serving more than 530 students from preschool through 12th grade, Bethesda Christian School is recognized among the top private schools in Texas. Between church services, school operations, an...

At GSX 2025, global security manufacturer Gallagher Security is inviting attendees to reimagine what security can achieve when limitations are removed. Visitors to booth #3339 will experience firsthand how Gallagher is redefining the role, function, and value of security in the workplace of the future. “Security has traditionally been seen as a cost center or a barrier,” says Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Marketing – The Americas. Innovation and imagination “But w...

SwiftConnect is excited to expand into the higher education market through its landmark deployment of NFC-enabled digital student ID cards for the University of Arizona. Earlier this month, the university announced that its 53,000 students and 16,000 faculty and staff can now add their CatCard to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android Phone to access campus buildings, purchase meals, and experience many other campus moments with a single tap of their mobile...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, announced it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for Operational Technology (OT) Security. The designation validates Claroty’s commitment to securing mission-critical infrastructure via Claroty xDome’s unrivaled OT expertise. With the surge in connectivity and a growing reliance on digital systems, manufacturing industries from automotive to pharmaceuticals have become lucr...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave technology, announces the launch of the new Z-Wave Certified Product Guide, a centralized online resource designed to help manufacturers, integrators, developers, and consumers explore the entire ecosystem of Z-Wave Certified devices. The enhanced guide offers an intuitive, filterable database of thousands of Z-Wave devices across hundreds of global brands and manufacturers. Every pro...

This July, Delta Scientific expanded its partnership with American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, delivering new levels of crowd protection for fans and staff alike. After deploying MP5000 portable barriers for perimeter safety, stadium officials turned to Delta again, this time for a flexible solution at tighter access points. The answer: the MP100, Delta Scientific’s newest portable barrier with M30/P3 crash rating, rapid setup, and custom Brewers decals. Whether protec...

Athena Security, a pioneer in AI-driven physical security solutions, has announced the launch of its new Hospital Visitor Management System (VMS) on the Apple iPad. Purpose-built to meet the critical needs of healthcare facilities. Athena’s Hospital VMS is the first Apple iPad solution in the industry to offer seamless offline capabilities—ensuring that hospitals stay operational and secure, even amidst internet interruptions due to down servers, power outages, or natural disasters....

Founded in Taiwan, 85°C Bakery Cafe has rapidly expanded into an internationally recognized brand, known for its diverse baked goods and beverages. With over 80 locations across the United States, the company faced the complex challenge of managing security and operations at scale—especially with a lean IT team of just seven people. To keep operations running smoothly, they partnered with VIVOTEK, a global pioneer in security solutions, to deploy the AI-powered VORTEX Cloud Surveil...

Rapid7, Inc., a pioneer in threat detection and exposure management, announced the launch of Vector Command Advanced. The new offering adds to its continuous red teaming and exposure validation service to now help organizations meet compliance requirements with internal penetration and segmentation testing on top of validating the effectiveness of internal controls and lateral movement protections.  Vector Command Advanced “Security leaders today are looking for outcomes. Ultimate...

Skills for Security, the UK’s major provider of fire and security apprenticeships, has announced a new sponsorship partnership with Fike, a global pioneer in fire suppression, explosion protection, and pressure relief solutions. The partnership will enhance the training and development of apprentices across the UK, helping to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the life safety and security sectors. Fike’s involvement will bring valuable industry insight, technical...

Consort Architectural Hardware has unveiled its most comprehensive product brochure yet, reflecting the latest updates to its hardware portfolio in support of architects, interior designers, door manufacturers, ironmongery suppliers, contractors, and specifiers worldwide. At 395 pages, Consort’s new product catalogue has been expanded significantly, with a refined layout showcasing more of the latest designs across its range of door controls, exit devices, and Premium Range of pull handle...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company and a pioneer in digital engineering, announced VelocityAI Testing. VelocityAI Testing addresses the paradigm shift in quality assurance, embedding intelligence and bringing quality to all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle as they occur, resulting in accelerated cycle times. Organizations today face significant challenges in keeping pace with the rapid demands of the technology landscape, security issues, high implementation costs, and ski...

Codelocks’ sales manager Michelle Saunders has been promoted to Community Hub vice chair by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI). The move comes in recognition of her expertise, industry knowledge, and ongoing service to the architectural ironmongery community. Having previously been appointed to the position of vice chair for the North Central Hub in 2024, Michelle’s promotion to a national position expands her remit and underscores her expertise and abilities as a knowle...

Pioneering cybersecurity business, Trustonic, has unveiled the launch of Kinibi 700a, the most sophisticated version of its Trusted Execution Environment [TEE] to date. Established in 2012, Trustonic delivers advanced technology systems to drive innovation, protect revenue, and enhance security for device manufacturers worldwide. Through its advanced Trusted Execution Environment [TEE] Kinibi, Trustonic successfully protects over 3 billion connected devices and counts the world’s major...

Videonetics, the major AI-powered Video Computing Platform company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Harsh Mehta as Vice President – Enterprise Sales. Harsh will spearhead the company’s enterprise sales strategy across India and global markets, driving growth, customer success, and deepening strategic CXO-level engagements. Harsh brings over 22 years of rich experience across enterprise, cloud, government, and service provider domains. Multi-million-dollar revenues...

DigiCert, a major global provider of digital trust, announced its participation in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) project focused on Secure Software Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps) Practices. DigiCert joins 13 other technology collaborators, including Google, Microsoft, IBM, Palo Alto Networks, CyberArk, Dell Technologies, and GitLab, to help design and demonstrate integrated solutions that improve...

International guests arriving at South Korea’s largest foreigner-only casino, INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, now enjoy a significantly faster and more seamless check-in experience. Customer onboarding times have noticeably improved following the integration of Regula’s advanced identity verification technology. Regula Document Reader SDK, the most comprehensive ID verification solution in the world, integrates with the resort’s anti-money laundering (AML) procedures, boosting...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD) announces the publication of a new case study detailing the successful deployment and performance of RAD’s SARA platform at OneWatch, an Indiana-based monitoring center and a RAD authorized dealer. The release of this case study follows a recent presentation during The Monitoring Association’s Virtual Product Review (VPR) series, titled “Agentic AI...

Faced with rising crime, open-air drug markets, and declining neighborhoods in the late 1990s, the citizens of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, took action. What began as a grassroots response evolved into one of the nation's most effective community-supported video security networks, powered by Milestone Systems’ XProtect open platform video management software (VMS). For this city of nearly 60,000, with much of its economy based on tourism, the results demonstrate the power of community-drive...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the creation of a new Retail Security Advisory Board and opened a call for SIA member volunteers to join. The expert-led group will advise the association and the SIA Board of Directors on key retail security topics, work to expand SIA’s influence and expertise in this area, and advance members’ learning. Planned initiatives Planned initiatives for the Retail Security Advisory Board include: Developing retail security reso...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in physical security entrance products, is excited to share that American University in Washington, D.C., has completed the installation of five Lifeline Speedlane Compact turnstiles and one Winglock Swing Gate as part of a comprehensive renovation of its Terrace Dining Room (TDR), the university’s main dining hall serving thousands of students, faculty, and staff each day. Improved systems Manual point-of-sale card swipes slowed entry, resulted in higher...

Transact + CBORD and ASSA ABLOY have partnered to help schools modernize campus security with mobile-enabled wireless access. Together, they’ve supported nearly 100 campuses worldwide in enhancing safety and convenience by transitioning from mechanical locks to more flexible, mobile-first access solutions. This collaboration reflects a broader trend: nearly 40% of organizations now actively use mobile credentials for access control, up from 32% in 2022, according to the HID Global 2024...

In an era of heightened uncertainty, from socio-economic instability to the evolving nature of crime and terrorism, organizations are under increasing pressure to protect their people, assets, and reputations. In response, Carlisle Support Services announces the amplification of its Security Consultancy services, designed to support organizations, safeguard operations, enhance resilience, improve business continuity, as well as prepare to meet new legal and operational responsibilities in the...

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...

Greater security and transparency in access control: Auerswald, Germany’s major specialist in business communication, and Bird Home Automation GmbH, manufacturer of DoorBird intercom systems, announce their technology partnership. The first joint project is the integration of a DoorBird IP video door station with a telephone device from Auerswald’s COMfortel D series via an Auerswald COMtrexx PBX server. The system is already in use with initial customers, and further joint solutio...

In this era of advanced technology, security and surveillance play pivotal roles in ensuring safety and comfort. This is especially true in the hospitality industry, where guests’ security is a significant concern. An area of notable focus is hotel surveillance systems, which have experienced an influx of technological innovation and transformation. As these systems evolve, they are reshaping the way hotels manage security, and subsequently, guest experience. This article will explore the...

The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) has released the seventh edition of its Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools, which offers the most comprehensive information available on nationwide practices specifically for securing school facilities, from subject matter experts across the education, public safety, and industry sectors. The seventh-edition release – including updates to the Safety and Security Guidelines and the School Safety and Security Checklist – impro...

ABCA Systems, a major provider of fire protection, security, and communications systems based in North Tyneside, is delighted to announce the acquisition of RAAM Construction, a well-established provider of fire protection, construction, maintenance, and repair services.  Headquartered in Enfield, North London, RAAM Construction has been operating for nearly 19 years, delivering specialist services to commercial and public sector clients across London and the South East. The company is wi...

Hospitals have no peaceful nights, most of the time! During one such night, there was a chilling alert from the maternity ward: an infant's ankle tag had triggered an unauthorized exit alarm. Immediately, the hospital's integrated security system - unseen guardian - sprang to life. Doors around the nursery automatically locked down, surveillance cameras swiveled to cover every exit, and a live video feed, along with an alert, reached security personnel’s mobile devices – all in a fl...