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The dates are set for the return of Secutech, Asia’s ultimate business and technology platform for security, loT, and AI integration. Together with facial recognition, big data, 5G, or cloud computing, these security technologies continue to advance at a rapid pace and Secutech remains one of the most influential platforms to reflect these trends. The 25th edition will be held from 24 – 26 April 2024 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. More than 300 local and international exhi...
Aiphone, the international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, announced it has opened a new office in the Tampa, Florida., USA, a further testament to the company's position as an industry pioneer and continued growth within the security industry. The new office marks Aiphone’s first location in the South, and fourth overall in North America. Aiphone currently has offices located in Cherry Hill, N.J., and Laval, QC. The corporate office is loca...
Enlighted, a pioneering property technology company owned by Siemens, has announced the expanded use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its Location Services solution, and the addition of two new partners to the Enlighted AI partner ecosystem. Location Services Enlighted’s Location Services - a Real-Time Location System tracks the location and movement of assets and badges in buildings, using existing Enlighted intelligent lighting infrastructures. With the introduction of AI machine-le...
Bosch is realigning its Building Technologies division: in the future, the division is to focus on its regional integrator business, with solutions and services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation. Building Technologies division The company plans to sell most of the Building Technologies division’s product business. This includes the Video, Access and Intrusion, and Communication business units, and affects some 4,300 associates at more than 90 locations wo...
Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that the Mesa, Arizona Police Department (MPD) has launched a state-of-the-art real-time crime center (RTCC) based on Genetec™ Security Center, Genetec Citigraf™, and Genetec Clearance™. Within the first 12 months of the opening of the RTCC, the MPD solved more than 930 felony and 640 misdemeanor cases and recovered over 268 stolen vehicles while e...
Smart Spaces announces that its chief executive and co-founder, Dan Drogman, has been named by LDC as ‘One to Watch’ at its annual Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Pioneers 2023 awards scheme. Created by a trusted investment partner LDC-part of Lloyds Banking Group, and supported by The Times newspaper, The LDC Top 50 champions the business pioneers who are pushing for growth and building successful medium-sized businesses. This year’s nominations–which totaled almost...
Master Lock, the industry pioneer in padlocks and related security products, launched the next generation of its flagship lock box bringing innovation to the key storage industry. With double the storage capacity, easy-to-use features, and increased versatility, the new lock boxes provide the ultimate solution for secure shared access. The Next Generation Lock Box will be unveiled through an exclusive partnership with The Home Depot, debuting next week in the retailer’s nearly 2,000 store...
In response to recent growth, Bandweaver, a company providing solutions for security, fire, power, and pipelines, is delighted to welcome Marinus de Heijde to the Bandweaver team as their new Business Development Manager who brings with him 20 years of experience in the fire safety sector. As a key member of the team, Marinus will be responsible for accelerating Bandweaver’s already impressive growth by developing and executing sales strategies and building relationships with key decision...
Hackuity, the risk-based vulnerability management provider, announced the launch of Version 2.0 of its next-generation platform, featuring major enhancements to bring further support to organizations in prioritizing risks. Vulnerability Management Hackuity’s intelligent Risk-Based Vulnerability Management combines threat intelligence, vulnerability severity, and unique business context, providing organizations with a quantified, measurable ‘True Risk Score’(TRS), f...
RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, shares new features of its QuadView® IPX and SuperView® IPX multiviewers designed to revolutionize how industries handle data visualization and decision-making. Multiviewers have become indispensable tools for consolidating diverse data sources onto a single screen, variously used for enhancing situational awareness and improving workflow efficiency. RGB Spectrum's latest offerings Increase...
At IACP 2023, on booth 1127, i-PRO Americas Inc., (formerly a division of Panasonic), a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will demonstrate its latest range of security solutions for law enforcement professionals. i-PRO’s comprehensive portfolio of public safety and law enforcement solutions includes body-worn cameras, in-vehicle video systems, interview room video solutions, as well as on-premises and cloud-hosted digital evidence man...
Xtract One Technologies, a technology-driven threat detection and security solution that prioritizes the patron access experience by leveraging AI announced the Company will serve as the exclusive preferred supplier for the American Association of Professional Baseball (AAPB). Through this three-year partnership, Xtract One will have the unique ability to advise AAPB regarding security and weapon detection technology, deploy solutions, and ensure best practices to deliver first-class...
Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of secured entry solutions, will highlight their best practices for data center layered security as a Silver Sponsor at 7x24 Exchange. The conference, to be held October 8-11, 2023 in Grapevine, TX, is an important event for those involved with protecting critical infrastructure such as data centers. Data center protection “Helping to protect data centers with our suite of secured entry solutions is a core component of our mission at Boon Edam,”...
The cooperation between MOBOTIX AG and Kepler Vision Technologies has brought together two of the world's pioneering IT experts in the healthcare industry. Dutch computer vision and machine learning powerhouse Kepler Vision Technologies combines deep healthcare and nursing-specific expertise with profound artificial intelligence (AI)-based in human activity recognition know-how. MOBOTIX has focused on the healthcare industry for many years and has already implemented numerous projects for hosp...
Freevolt Technologies Limited a London, UK-based developer of biometric smart card products for access control, cryptocurrency wallets, payments, and healthcare, has launched the second generation of its flagship access control card, S-Key. The new battery-less biometric access card featuring Freevolt’s patented energy harvesting technology has been upgraded to embed Fingerprints’ world-pioneering ‘T2’ biometric sensors. S-Key biometric cards are bringing stronger authen...
From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. The event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Live exhibits Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square meter GSE Experience Area. An exciting event program incl...
ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that industry veterans Dennis Connor and Jason Lloyd have joined the company as its new Director of Program Management NA and Regional Business Manager for the Midwest respectively. Dennis Connor's responsibilities Connor, who most recently served as Program/Project Manager for CX (customer experience) Initiatives at ADT, will spearhead the development of new end-user and p...
The latest addition to Viking’s tough and dependable line of access control products, the X-35 Series provides HD video and voice communication for SIP VoIP phone systems and service providers. “There is an increasing demand for reliable yet affordable video intercoms, and the Viking X-Series is a great fit for our customers,” said James Catt, Product Specialist for Viking Electronics. Built-in HD video camera The intercoms feature a built-in HD video camera with...
Fast-expanding First Response Group (FRG), the nationwide security, risk and property protection business, has strengthened its foothold in the events and stadia security management sector with the acquisition of Wembley-based ISC. The acquisition, which was completed this week, is part of the group’s strategy of diversification, while underpinning its strategic expansion into stadia, arena and the leisure crowd-safety sector. According to the group’s CEO, Simon Alderson, the acquis...
Solink®, a physical security company for businesses announced its new Blocked Exit Detection capability, delivering even more value to its customers. Blocked Exit Detection Solink’s Blocked Exit Detection uses security cameras on Solink to proactively detect when perimeter doors are obstructed and notifies users to take prompt action, mitigating costly fines and improving the health and safety of employees. Exit route obstructions cost U.S.-based businesses more than $6.25M in Occup...
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Xena Networks ApS. Xena Networks, headquartered outside of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a pioneering provider of high-speed Terabit Ethernet validation, quality assurance, and production test solutions. Teledyne LeCroy's protocol "The Xena Networks acquisition will further establish our leadership in the protocol test market, extending our reach to Ethernet system validation engineers, quality assurance la...
Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security and telecom products at IREE 2023. This event is scheduled from 12th to 14th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2.120, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Matrix is the first company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras for Indian Railways. Matrix cameras are certified by STQC, Delhi lab for following the OWASP ASVS 4.0 mandated by...
i-PRO Co. Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, has released the latest version of its popular Active Guard application that adds support for Vaxtor automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) and make, model, color (MMC) vehicle identification. The Vaxtor software has been tuned to run efficiently on the edge when installed within i-PRO AI-enabled cameras, providing the same level of performance normally associated with high-end PC processor...
Idesco Corp., a New York-based ID card solutions provider announced the company is offering oversized degradable ID cards to customers in addition to the standard oversized cards. Environmentally friendly cards These new environmentally friendly cards will help event managers offer an eco-friendly solution to their customers. The cards went through stringent testing by Northeast Laboratories, Inc. which included a degradation test according to Method ASTM D5511 – Standard Test Method fo...
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honor to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventua...
ECS Industrial Computer Co., Ltd., (ECSIPC) is pleased to announce its participation in GITEX 2023 where it will showcase its latest smart retail turnkey solutions, new gaming and factory automation equipment, as well as its LIVA Z5 series family of mini PCs including LIVA Z5 Plus, LIVA Z5E Plus, and brand new LIVA Z5F Plus. ECSIPC LIVA Z5F Plus applications This highly efficient mini-PC is ideal for smart retail, security, and kiosk installations, and wide-ranging industrial use cas...
Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management announced it is expanding its Data Security Alliance ecosystem with six pioneering Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) vendors, including long-standing partner BigID, as well as Cyera, Dig Security, Normalyze, Sentra, and Securiti. Challenges with cloud Cloud adoption continues to increase, but copies of data are often shared between clouds without oversight by IT or security, resulting in the growth of shadow data. Because of...
Pleased to announce the merger of M2M Services, an award-winning provider of universal alarm panel communicators, connectivity, and interactive services, with Alula, a pioneer in the smart security and Internet of Things (IoT) industries. Operating under the name M2M Services, the combined entity will leverage the strengths of both companies. The merger marks a significant achievement in the industry, creating a company with unrivaled products and services that cater to the ever-evolving demand...
Elite Interactive Solutions (EIS), the pioneer in guard replacement services using proprietary intelligence and 100% verified police calls, announces its industry-pioneering remote guarding services are impacting crime prevention at a record pace through the first three quarters of 2023. Incident management As of Sept. 29, Elite’s Security Operations Command Center (SOCC) had directly prevented more than 53,000 incidents since the beginning of 2023 and teamed with law enforcement i...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programs designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralized pla...
