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The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alaster Purchase as its new Chief Operating Officer. Richard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive, stated, “I am very excited to welcome Alaster to our senior management team. His appointment underscores our continued commitment to upholding the gold standard in security and fire safety certification.”  Alaster Purchase Recently, as Chief Operating Officer for GS1 UK, and latterly as Corporate Marketi...

Many airports have been affected by the 100ml liquid limitation being reimposed for some 3D X-ray screening equipment, requiring passengers to remove any liquid, gel, or aerosol above 100ml from their bags and have it screened separately. X-ray screener training Airport security personnel play a crucial role in safeguarding passengers and preventing potential terrorist threats, and given that the world is entering peak summer travel season, with ever-increasing threats from around the world, i...

The New Dice has announced significant growth in the first half of 2024. This surge is attributed to the company's laser focus on its core mission-critical platform and its ability to cater to the growing demand for advanced technologies in the alarm monitoring center environment.  Presence awareness Dice's innovative approach includes the introduction of presence awareness. This feature creates customizable "areas of interest" that transform any camera or IoT device into a potential ala...

Automated operation is a key function for expanding rail capacity and strengthening the performance of railways. Working together with S-Bahn Berlin, Siemens Mobility has installed and will be testing an obstacle detection system – a key technology component for enabling fully automated driving – for the first time during regular daily operation.  The project’s goal is to thoroughly evaluate the performance of the new obstacle detection system during daily operation in va...

For a variety of malicious threat actors operating in and out of cyberspace, prominent events with large audiences, such as sporting events and elections, are prime targets for attack. Cyberthreats to Paris With the Paris Olympics approaching, WithSecure™ (formerly F-Secure Business) has issued an evaluation report, "Olympics – Cyber Threats to Paris 2024", to alert businesses, organizations, and the general public to the cyber threats facing the Paris 2024 Olympics.  This r...

An ideal manufacturing workshop features continuous monitoring of all machines and processes, offering a comprehensive view of the production line. This visualization transforms complex data into easy-to-understand visuals, enabling quicker decision-making and proactive issue resolution. With full visibility, businesses can gain deeper insights into their operations, streamline processes, and enhance overall productivity.  Production efficiency Here are three ways production line visuali...

Exein, the embedded IoT cybersecurity company, has raised €15m in a Series B round. The round was led by 33N, a specialized investor in cybersecurity and infrastructure software, and joined by Partech.  Global expansion The round also saw continued support from existing investors United Ventures, eCAPITAL, and Future Industry Ventures (a Redstone/SBI fund). The fresh capital will drive Exein’s ambitious global expansion plans across Europe, the US as well as Asia where a new...

Luxury travel safari experts at Discover Africa have announced the launch of HerdTracker, a groundbreaking AI-powered app designed to predict the movements of the Great Migration in East Africa up to 12 months in advance. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques, HerdTracker is set to transform wildlife tracking and safari planning.  HerdTracker HerdTracker offers an unparalleled experience for both travelers planning their dream safari and wildlife enthusiasts keen to fo...

Gillingham Football Club is excited to welcome Hochiki Europe as its new Rainham End Sponsor. The agreement will see the Rainham End at Priestfield Stadium renamed ‘The Rainham End in partnership with Hochiki’ until the end of the 2026/27 season.  Commercial fire detection Hochiki, whose European head office and manufacturing plant was established over 30 years ago in Gillingham, has been a world-class pioneer in the production of commercial fire detection and emergency lighti...

Allied Universal®, the provider of security solutions for the government sector, has released a 2024 special report titled Physical Security During an Election: Expect the Unexpected and Prepare for it All.  The report utilizes intelligence and experience to identify potential physical security threats that could impact the safety and operations of businesses and their assets in the U.S. during a presidential election. Identify, plan, predict, deploy “A partisan environment is...

The requirement for open server-based telephony systems has increased multifold in the last few years since it gives the freedom to choose a hardware platform of one’s choice.  Open server-based systems Traditional hardware-based PBXs are slowly getting replaced by open server-based telephony systems. This is largely because hardware-based PBXs create hardware dependency, require manual upgrading, and incur heavy wiring costs.  ANANT UCS ANANT UCS improves employees' product...

Progress, the trusted provider of AI-powered infrastructure software, announced new and powerful enhancements in the latest release of Progress® LoadMaster® 360, its cloud-based unified application delivery platform. These enhancements help organizations protect their web applications against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and provide customers with an optimal application experience. With the release, Progress provides customers with an e...

HID®, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced an extended partnership with its trusted partner Inner Range, a global provider of integrated access control systems and solutions, to offer Inner Range customers a new range of SIFER credentials compatible with wallet-enabled readers, based on HID’s signature line of access control readers, HID Signo®. Mobile access “The sheer opportunity to further deepen collaboration with our partners excites us,” says Steve...

There are many ways to get to VISION – but when it comes to industrial cameras, there is no way around IDS 20 years ago, at VISION 2004, the company introduced the first industrial camera with a USB interface before anyone else. 3D camera Since then, IDS has firmly established itself as the market pioneer in this field. With innovations in the 2D, 3D, and AI sectors, the industrial camera manufacturer is also making waves in the image processing market at VISION 2024.  Moreover, ID...

Videx Security has announced its new Klass Monitor. This latest innovation in the Videx IPure range combines the latest technology and modern design to provide a leap forward for smart building entry solutions. The Klass Monitor provides a wide range of smart integration with various systems, including building and home automation, third-party CCTV picture-in-picture, anti-intrusion, full video and speech intercommunication, and access control. Built on standard IP protocols, it guarantees limi...

A few decades ago, people lived with minimum security. Only a few facilities hired physical security, but most buildings relied on locks and vigilance. Currently, some companies are integrating modernized video security with other building systems. For example, the video integrated with access control allows security to visually verify individuals entering secured areas. Video Security Video security has evolved over the last few years from single-application technology to solutions that...

Landsec, one of the UK’s commercial real estate companies, is launching an optimized Landsec Experience app across its entire London portfolio of prime workplaces using Smart Spaces’ smart building OS. The new app is designed to help people who work in Landsec’s buildings get the most from their time in and around their offices. In addition to digital access control, it provides office customers with access to a range of personalized experiences, events, and discounts along wi...

Bank security is one of the key topics of Security Essen 2024. On September 19, the “Day of Banks and Savings Banks” showcases practical solutions for financial institutions. Recent events have underlined the urgent need for action in this area. Julia Jacob, Project Manager at Security Essen, states, "With the right measures, the number of explosive attacks in some regions of Germany has been reduced by up to 80 percent. Our experts will showcase the most promising options, pro...

Helitech Expo is excited to announce the return of the business event dedicated to the rotorcraft industry, taking place on the 24th and 25th of September 2024 at ExCeL London.  This event is the ultimate destination for rotorcraft professionals seeking to stay ahead of industry trends and innovations.  Helitech Expo The 2023 edition of Helitech Expo was a resounding success, attracting over 4,000 key buyers. The event facilitated crucial discussions on the integration of airspace,...

Radiofrequency (RF) technology specialists SPX Communication Technologies launches the BLACKTALON Ecosystem, a new Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) capability based on the operationally proven BLACKTALON solution. BLACKTALON Ecosystem The BLACKTALON Ecosystem integrates SPX Communication Technologies’ BLACKTALON C-UAS technology and decades of expertise in the space with a vendor-agnostic framework. This approach ensures solutions can meet every customer’s unique requirements...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has unveiled its new high-performance bi-spectrum radiometric thermal AI cameras, which are ideal for use in perimeter protection, traffic monitoring, manufacturing, industrial facilities, data centers, solar farms, and more.   TNM-C3620TDR/C3622TDR cameras The TNM-C3620TDR/C3622TDR cameras serve as compact indoor models and feature QVGA resolution on the thermal lens and 2MP on the visible sensor, while the TNM-C4940TDR/C4942TDR ou...

Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) and IN Groupe through SPS brand, a pioneer in contactless and dual interface cards, announce the launch of its secure Component solution for contactless biometric payment cards, supporting global card manufacturers to scale up production of next-generation payment cards. Secure Component solution In line with consumer preferences for contactless, the global biometric payment card market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate over the coming yea...

Matrix, an entity in the Security and Telecom sector, has successfully concluded its participation at SAFE South Expo 2024 in Chennai. Leveraging over three decades of industry expertise, Matrix engaged with industry peers gathered valuable insights, and explored new avenues for collaboration.  Technology-centric solutions Matrix remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering technology-centric solutions, prioritizing customer satisfaction. This dedication is evident in creating cutti...

WSO2, the pioneer in digital transformation technology announced that it has been recognized by Forrester Research, Inc. as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: API Management Software, Q3 2024 report1 published on July 1, 2024. The report’s findings were based on a 24-criteria evaluation of the 15 vendors Forrester has identified as the API management software providers that matter most. The report is available for download here. Forrester Wave™: API Management Software The For...

Matrix, a trailblazer in advanced security and telecom solutions, successfully participated in the Police Expo 2024, held on July 4th and 5th at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. This esteemed event provided a platform for Matrix to unveil its latest innovations in IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom Solutions to a diverse audience of industry professionals and stakeholders. Advanced security solutions  During the Police Expo 2024, Matrix showcased a comprehensiv...

ESG Book, a global pioneer in sustainability data and technology announced the appointment of Justin Fitzpatrick as the company's new CEO with immediate effect. He will lead the next phase of ESG Book's growth, and drive the firm's market differentiation through next-generation sustainability solutions. Justin Fitzpatrick A highly experienced pioneer of investor-backed software companies, Fitzpatrick was previously the Co-founder and COO of FullCircl, a software provider to more than 700 cli...

A new agreement has been signed between Viking Analytics and Bharat Forge Kilsta (BFK) from Karlskoga. The agreement, which is for three years, provides BFK with the AI-based optimization tool "Smartforge" after a 10-month implementation phase. Smartforge  Smartforge optimizes the forging process, primarily in the critical heat-keeping process where the problems with scrap are greatest. The goal is to reduce discarded products by 50%, contributing to energy savings and more environmental...

Xesar is simply versatile. With the smartphone as an additional access medium, Xesar is now becoming even more versatile in its range of solutions and remains very simple to use. Authorizations and their changes are sent directly from the management software to iOS or Android smartphones by SMS.  There is no need to write access media via the coding station and a physical handover – this saves resources and streamlines the processes. Xesar app The Xesar app is clearly...

NSI-approved companies had an impressive presence among the finalists and winners at this year’s British Security Awards which took place on 3rd July at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The prestigious annual ceremony, organized by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), celebrates the achievements, acts of bravery and innovations by BSIA members and prospective members in the security systems and guarding services sectors. Highest standards of excellence  As a long-...

The wait is over! The Cyber Express proudly announces the return of World CyberCon, India Edition, set for September 27, 2024, in Mumbai. Under the theme “Strengthening India’s Digital Frontier: Preparing for Future Challenges,” this prestigious event is not just a conference but an award ceremony and exhibition. It offers a platform for recognition, networking, and showcasing the latest innovations in cybersecurity.   Event highlights World CyberCon 2024 promises...