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Semperis, a pioneer in AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience, announced Service Account Protection Essential, a new edition of Directory Services Protector (DSP) that provides unmatched visibility, monitoring, and alerting for Active Directory service accounts, a prime target for cyber attackers. "Service accounts are pernicious and nearly ungovernable by nature, so organizations struggle to adequately address them in security planning," said Ran Harel, Semperis AVP of Security Prod...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, announced a new strategic collaboration with Google Security Operations that brings greater threat detection and response capabilities to organizations looking to bridge the gap between IT and operational technology (OT) in order to secure mission-critical infrastructure. This integration will enhance security by feeding high-fidelity, context-rich alerts and vulnerability data from SaaS-powered Claroty xDome or on-premise Claroty C...

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...

Matrix Comsec, a globally renowned provider of indigenous Security and Telecom solutions, concluded a successful showing at the 10th International Police Expo 2025, held in New Delhi, India. This marquee event brought together top-level decision makers from the Police, Army, Military, and Homeland Security forces across 25+ countries. At the core of Matrix’s participation was its commitment to secure, cyber-resilient, and STQC (ER)-certified technologies, all conceived, designed, and manu...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and access management solutions, has announced a new line of FIDO-certified credentials—now powered by the new Enterprise Passkey Management (EPM) solution— designed to help organizations deploy and manage passkeys at the enterprise scale. New research from FIDO Alliance shows that while 87% of enterprises are adopting passkeys, nearly half of those that are yet to deploy cite complexity and cost concerns as primary barriers. HID’s...

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...

AMAG Technology is proud to unveil Symmetry Access Control V10, the first release in a transformative new direction for AMAG Technology's product platform. This milestone isn't just a version change; it's the first step toward a strategic evolution of their product vision, designed to streamline deployments, accelerate innovation, and elevate the customer experience.  Unified security ecosystem Symmetry Access Control V10 introduces two major enhancements designed to improve system vis...

NEXT Biometrics has extended its partnership with a U.S. based, Identity and Access Management (IAM) and biometric authentication solution provider. NEXT’s technology is already embedded in the partner’s existing solutions, and now provides the foundation for the latest solution in its range. These solutions help governments and corporations in the fight against cyber threats, like phishing, by moving to passwordless user identification through zero-trust multi-factor authenticat...

In a world where safety and security are of the utmost importance, it’s crucial to stay updated with the latest technologies that can provide advanced protection. One such innovation that is leading the way in modern security is biometric access control. This groundbreaking technology is transforming the way businesses and individuals safeguard their premises and data. Biometric access control Biometric access control utilizes unique physical or behavioral attributes of individuals, suc...

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...

AlarMax, a major national distributor of fire, security, surveillance, access control, and AV products, is proud to announce the appointment of Todd Zoppo as Regional Vice President – East. This strategic addition reinforces AlarMax’s commitment to growth, service excellence, and expanding its presence across the Eastern United States. With more than 25 years of senior leadership experience in retail, operations, and distribution, Zoppo brings a powerful blend of customer-centric s...

AtlasIED, a recognized pioneer in the commercial audio and security industries with a strong presence in mass transportation and airport communication systems, announces a strategic integration partnership with Sittig Technologies, the developers of PAXGuide — a modular, intelligent software platform for managing automated airport announcements. This integration reinforces AtlasIED’s commitment to the transportation sector by expanding its ability to deliver scalable, automated, and...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced it has been positioned as a pioneer in The Forrester Wave: Multicloud Container Platforms, Q3 2025. This is Nutanix’s first appearance in the report following last year’s unveiling of the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP) at Nutanix’s NEXT conference. The launch of NKP followed Nutanix’s acquisition of D2iQ, Inc.’s Kubernetes Platform, enabling the company to provide customers with a comprehensive so...

At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2025, Alibaba Group showcased a series of AI-driven innovation, unveiling the next-generation intelligent automotive cockpits, transformative collaborations with global enterprises and its first AI-powered smart glasses. All powered by Alibaba’s advanced Qwen large language models (LLMs), these breakthroughs demonstrate how AI is moving beyond the lab and into real-world applications across automotive, facility management and consumer...

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...

Regula, a developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and forensic devices, enters a strategic technology partnership with Indicio, a market pioneer in Verifiable Credential technology and decentralized identity solutions. Together, the two companies will deliver a breakthrough in portable digital trust by issuing document and biometric identity verification solutions as tamper-proof Verifiable Credentials. Set of ID authenticity checks Regula has the most complete set of ID authentici...

NAKIVO Inc., a fast-growing software company specializing in protecting virtual, physical, cloud, and SaaS environments, announced strong results for Q2 2025. The company reported growth in financial performance, customer acquisition, partner expansion, and cloud channel adoption, with revenue in the Americas up 40% compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue growth The Americas led all regions with a 40% year-over-year revenue increase followed by EMEA In Q2 2025, the company recorded 22%...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced a new partnership with Everbridge, Inc., the pioneer in High Velocity Critical Event Management (CEM) and national public warning solutions. The alliance is designed to provide organizations with rapid emergency response and intelligent situational awareness in the event of a gun-related threat. AI-powered risk intelligence...

Rapid7, Inc., a pioneer in threat detection and exposure management, announced the launch of Incident Command, a powerful new next-gen SIEM extending the capabilities of its Command Platform, purpose-built to transform how security teams detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Incident Command unifies preventative attack and exposure management together with threat detection and response, all powered by Agentic AI workflows trained on playbooks designed by Rapid7’s own SOC experts,...

Johnson Controls recently released Software House C•CURE IQ v3.10, the latest advancement to its intelligent security platform. C•CURE v3.10 delivers an integrated access control and video surveillance experience through a single browser-based interface, meeting operator demand for dynamic alarm prioritization, spatial and occupancy analytics, and attendance reporting. Updated version This updated version allows operators to seamlessly monitor outdoor GIS maps This updated version...

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...

Commvault, a major provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced its intent to acquire Satori Cyber Ltd (Satori), a data and AI security company. Enterprises are facing a perfect storm of AI adoption, data growth and sprawl, and regulatory pressures globally. The need to manage these challenges across hybrid and multi-cloud environments is paramount for security, IT, and business pioneers, as well as boards. Control access to sensitive data By...

The physical security market continues to move at breakneck speed. Artificial intelligence, analytics, the cloud and edge processing have created new, exciting data points for greater situational awareness and enhanced response. Within this context, unfortunately, come inefficiencies created by years of stitching together disparate solutions that operate in silos and don’t fully integrate with other systems. Challenges in security Wavestore’s Blind Spot Summit 2025 at its global h...

At the morning’s press conference, organizers of Secutech Vietnam revealed details for the 2025 edition, set to take place from 14 – 16 August 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Backed by the Vietnam Fire and Rescue Police Department and the Ministry of Public Security, the fair embodies a strong commitment to providing modern solutions to national safety priorities. As Vietnam’s only trade show dedicated to AI, IoT, security, and...

Nearly two in five healthcare workers in the U.S. say they have considered leaving their positions due to safety concerns, with almost half (45%) likely to leave their job in the next 12 months, according to new research conducted by Verkada in partnership with The Harris Poll. Verkada's Healthcare Safety Report Against the backdrop of an already challenging environment that has pushed 138,000 nurses out of the workforce since 2022, Verkada's Healthcare Worker Safety Report...

Rhombus, a pioneer in cloud-managed physical security solutions, announced the expansion of its AI-powered Operational Analytics capabilities with two powerful new features: Line Crossing and Occupancy Counting. These solutions give organizations real-time spatial intelligence tools to improve how they manage traffic flow, space utilization, and staffing. Both work with existing Rhombus camera infrastructure and can be centrally managed from the Rhombus console. Tradit...

E5 cam latches offer affordable simplicity and superior flexibility due to their efficient modular design. New options for these latches include the Protected Cams and adjustable grips. These additions make the E5 line even more versatile than before. The Grip Protected Cam is an upgrade from existing flat cams, and perfect for those seeking to avoid wear and cosmetic damage that comes from a flat cam scraping against an enclosure frame. Southco's next addition Southco’s next addition p...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced the expansion of its Montreal headquarters and UK office to meet rising customer demand, support continued innovation, and accommodate rapid workforce growth. This global expansion reflects a long-term strategy to align operations with customer expectations for constant innovation and to build a work environment that attracts and retains top talent. Genetec's expanded Montréal campus Since 2020, Genete...

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand pioneering in advanced computing, cybersecurity products, mission-critical systems and vision AI, announces that it has been selected by the European Commission to provide the technical platform to host and integrate the applications developed by the nine selected organizations constituting the AtLaS consortium for the HLTP Challenge. This project, one of the four selected projects, is launched and financed by the European Defense Fund. Eviden will also...

Kaseya, the globally renowned provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, launched an innovative AI-workflow generator within its VSA 10 platform. Using generative AI, technicians can describe a desired outcome in simple language, and Cooper Copilot builds the entire automation workflow, with no specialized product knowledge or previous scripting experience required. AI-powered workflows “Creating workflows with AI isn’t just easier — it’s signific...