Biometric Security - News

The United States led the way with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). To protect against Chinese espionage, the NDAA lists specific components and companies that may not be used for telecommunications equipment (including security products) or services to sell the end products to U.S. federal agencies, their contractors, and grant or loan recipients and related entities. More countries followed suit with the U.K. and Australia, and the EU launched the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) lat...

Mike Loukides, Vice President of Emerging Technology at O’Reilly, said “The UK government has published five principles to guide the use of artificial intelligence in the UK. What's notable about these principles is that they're addressing real problems and harms that are caused by AI now. In that respect, there's a sharp contrast between these principles and other calls for "moratoriums" and such." He adds, "The UK is addressing real, concrete issues: fairness, security, accou...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher will be demonstrating its latest access control innovation, the Controller 7000 Single Door on its stand at The Security Event 2023, at the Birmingham NEC, from 25-27 April 2023. The Gallagher Security team will also be celebrating the Gallagher Group’s 85th anniversary. In addition to the presence of the UK leadership and sales teams, the President and Executive Director of Gallagher, Sir William Gallagher will also be in attendance a...

inter airport Southeast Asia 2023 (IASEA), Asia’s international airport exhibition and conference, concluded on an upbeat note in Singapore last week.  Held from 1-3 March 2023, the event featured high-level conference and a sold-out exhibition featuring ground support equipment, airport operations & maintenance solutions, airside support services and many more. Newest products and solutions IASEA Exhibition: A showcase of the Airport industry’s latest offerings and new...

Anviz, a provider of smart security solutions, exhibited its latest access control, time and attendance, and surveillance solutions at ISC West 2023, from March 29th to 31st, 2023.   At the show, Anviz demonstrated how its innovative solutions can help organizations of all sizes improve their security and safety, as well as streamline their access control and time and attendance processes. Biometric and security solutions  "We are excited to be back at ISC West this year to sh...

ADT Inc., the most trusted brand in smart home and small business security, announces the availability of the new ADT Self Setup smart home security system – its most advanced and complete DIY system ever and the first fully integrated DIY offering from ADT and Google. ADT Self Setup integrates Google Nest smart home products with ADT security and life safety technology, as well as ADT SMART Monitoring – all with the convenient control of the new ADT+ app. ADT Self Setup makes it...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the 2023 winners of the SIA New Products and Solutions (NPS) Awards, the flagship awards program presented in partnership with ISC West recognizing innovative security products, services and solutions. Top among the winners, who were recognized March 29 during an award ceremony on the ISC West show floor, was Alocity, receiving the 2023 Best New Product Award. Innovative security products Since its inception in 1979, the SIA NPS Awards have b...

i-PRO Co, Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, has experienced double-digit growth in its first year in business following its independence from Panasonic. By combining the drive and innovative spirit of a start-up with the rich heritage gained through 60 years of innovation, i-PRO has, in one year, introduced more than 100 new camera models, built key partnerships, launched in multiple locations around the world and achieved double digit growt...

Award-winning global security pioneer Gallagher announces that they have achieved System and Organization Controls (SOC2 Type 2) certification for the cloud-hosted services of their flagship security solution - Command Center. The revered compliance standard for service organizations provides reassurance at the highest level that client data is securely processed and stored by Gallagher. It is maintained by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and demonstrates stringe...

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, announces the launch of Universal AI Bridge, a cloud service that enables integrators, solution providers, and businesses to add a wide range of cloud-based, AI-powered analytics to existing IP Cameras and NVRs without requiring any additional hardware on-site. Universal AI Bridge The Universal AI Bridge allows any IP camera or NVR to run video analytics in the cloud, unlocking advanced analytics capabilities without the need for on-s...

Honeywell is excited to showcase key technologies from its security and fire and life safety product lines at the upcoming 2023 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), March 28-31 in Las Vegas. Faster, more reliable alarm transmissions “The present and future of public safety rely on technology,” said Sameer Agrawal, vice president, and general manager, of Fire Americas, Honeywell.  “With our latest fire and life safety innovations, we are inte...

Aiphone, the international manufacturer of intercom and security communication products, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new suite of access control solutions. Known as the AC Series, this new product marks Aiphone’s official entrance into a full line of access control products to complement its security communication solutions. The product line will include system management software, remote hosting capability, over-door controllers, proximity readers, credentials, and mo...

OTORIO, the provider of operational technology (OT) cyber and digital risk management solutions, and ServiceNow, the digital workflow company making the world work better for everyone, release survey results that show an increasing concern for ensuring safe and resilient operations while organizations work to implement more effective OT security strategies. 200 C-level executives and directors in the U.S. and Canada were surveyed to identify key OT cybersecurity challenges and priorities. The r...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) presented seven new members to the SIA Board of Directors at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership gathering, held March 28 during ISC West, and the SIA Board of Directors confirmed its new officers during the board’s March 28 meeting at ISC West. New members The new SIA Board of Directors members, who will serve an initial two-year term from 2023 to 2025, are: Charles Burns, vice president of security, Miami D...

As the price comes down and end-user acceptance goes up, the technology is poised for a dramatic increase in deployment. While biometrics is by no means a new technology to the security industry, its evolution in regards to price and end-user acceptance means its viability may be at an all-time high. In this Q&A sponsored by Suprema, Bob McKee, President of Suprema America, discusses these trends and their potential impact on security integrators. Suprema is a global provider of access...

Suprema AI, a company specializing in artificial intelligence–based integrated security solutions, officially launched a high-performance face recognition OEM module called ‘Q-Face Pro’ on March 29 at ISC West, the largest security exhibition in North America. Q-Face Pro is Suprema AI’s response to the growing need for contactless security solutions in the post-COVID world. Q-Face Pro Q-Face Pro comes equipped with a world-class AI-based face recognition algorithm and...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics participates in ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas, where a range of integrated security solutions are showcased. The largest annual security exhibition in the United States, ISC West is held from March 29 to 31. BioStar 2 At the event, Suprema is exhibiting several security solutions comprising access control devices managed by BioStar 2, an integrated security software platform. BioStar 2 links all of Suprema’s access control terminal...

Altronix, the recognized pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, is showcasing the new OA2 Occupancy Alert System at ISC West 2023 in booth #11073. OA2 Occupancy Alert System A new addition to Altronix’s growing product portfolio, the OA2 provides notifications when unauthorized activity or loitering occurs in up to two protected areas. This stand-alone, simple-to-deploy system is designed to help facilities reduce risks and liabilities in...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is featuring several of its latest key control and management solutions at the 2023 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention, March 29-30 in San Diego, CA. Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display and available for demonstration alongside a suite of additional products at booth #1913.    Key control and management in gaming “While all businesses hav...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is collaborating with Soter Technologies, a growing health-safety technology company, to offer technology to school administrators to combat the student vaping epidemic. The companies announces that Johnson Controls will integrate Soter’s advanced school vape detection and alert technology into its offerings for current and new clients as an expanded offering to its security and building technology solutions. Bu...

A global survey conducted by Regula together with Sapio Research company from December 2022–January 2023 has revealed that the impact of identity fraud varies for organizations in the Financial Services industry, based on whether they belong to the Banking or FinTech sector. Specifically, every fourth bank reported experiencing over 100 identity fraud incidents in the past year (26% of organizations), which is lower (17%) for the FinTech sector.  Economic damage When asked to evalu...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announces that its high-trust video analytics will soon be available to purchase through solution aggregator partners in a new range of pre-validated hardware-software configurations. These packaged offerings are fully integrated artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for applications in smart spaces, such as cities, retail, transit, stadiums, campus, manufacturing, and more. It will now be easier...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announces the release of the new IQ4 NS (No Screen) Security and Smart Home System. The new screen-free system provides the same quality and reliability customers expect from the IQ Panel 4 platform, but at an entry level price. The IQ4 NS allows users to take advantage of the powerful and robust feature set directly from their smart devices for added convenience and cost savings. Custom-Tailored solution Johnson Con...

Access solutions pioneer - dormakaba will showcase its vision for access reimagined in booth 14039 at ISC West, from March 29-31, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The booth will feature new product innovations and smart access technology that will help create safe and sustainable places where people can move seamlessly. Author's quote Booth will feature new product innovations and smart access technology “ISC West 2023 marks the three-year milestone in the ongoing transformation of dor...

HID, the worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced it will be at the 2023 ISC West International Security Conference and Exposition showcasing examples of how cloud-based access control and trusted mobile identities are accelerating the digital transformation and enabling innovative and seamless workplace experiences in today’s increasingly connected world. Reconnecting with end-users  “No matter who you are or where you’re from, you have likely experienc...

ELATEC Inc, a subsidiary of ELATEC GmbH, proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary of operations in the Americas. As a provider of RFID and mobile access solutions, ELATEC Inc has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable and innovative products in the region, leveraging its parent company's 35-year history of success in Europe. "While our physical presence in the Americas spans a decade, our roots in user authentication and access control go much deeper," said Paul Massey, Chief Exe...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, is debuting the new Winglock Swing Access Gate with enhanced product features at the ISC West, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. The next-generation Winglock Swing solution will complement Boon Edam’s line of optical turnstiles.  Traffic management solutions “As buildings get larger and throughput increases, the need for better, safer traffic management solutions also increase,” said Kurt...

Active Intelligence, the pioneer of anomaly detection software for physical security and business intelligence applications, features the company’s flagship Autonomous Video Anomaly Detection solution, ASTRA™, here at ISC West 2023 in booth 30057.  Intelligent analytics With the unique ability to detect anomalous activity in virtually any video feed, ASTRA effectively redefines how security professionals can implement intelligent analytics for a virtually unlimited number of s...

Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, introduces its Signature Series of Speedlane Compact speed gates to the global market at ISC West 2023, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. Derived from the Speedlane Compact solution, the new Signature Series delivers more flexibility and customization options for the best value with regard to aesthetics. Design and security specifications “The Signature Series lies at the intersection of design, aesthetics,...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in secured entry solutions and architectural revolving doors, is proud to announce the launch of the Boon Edam Security Integrator Certification Program at ISC West 2023.  program offerings  The new training program provides video tutorials and other learning materials necessary for security integrator technicians to understand the working principles, safe operation, access control and fire systems integrations, configuration, and troubleshooting proc...