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Neustar Security Services, a provider of cloud-oriented security services that enable global businesses to thrive online, is launching a new regional DDoS mitigation and application security data center in Dubai in October 2022. DDoS and application security With this expansion in the Middle East, Neustar Security Services fills a burgeoning demand for a local security presence that can ensure data sovereignty and low latency performance for customers in the region. The new Dubai node also un...

Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed the number of employees working from home has more than doubled since 2019, increasing by as much as 108.8 percent when comparing October – December 2019 with January – March 2022. It also found that the increase varied across UK regions, with each region seeing an increase of more than 50 percent. Those employed in professional occupations saw the largest increase in homeworking (30.5 percentage points), rising from 12....

Access control manufacturer, Inner Range has announced a number of enhancements to its flagship product - Integriti, including becoming ONVIF Conformant and providing built-in visitor management capabilities. Integriti is Inner Range’s enterprise-level intelligent access and security system, and the company’s R&D team is constantly working on improvements to improve safety and ease of access for customers. New update available for Integriti From July 2022, a new update is avai...

Aqua Security, the pure-play cloud-native security provider announced the European launch of its platform as a SaaS solution, a unique and comprehensive security tool designed to protect cloud-native applications and stop cloud-native attacks. Customers located in the EU who are subject to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can take advantage of the flexibility and ease of adoption of a SaaS service based in the Frankfurt region, while still conforming to data privacy and residenc...

Concentric, the private risk consultancy firm that specializes in holistic security and intelligence services, is proud to announce the launch of Eclipse, their new digital solution providing enhanced personal cyber security and digital privacy.  Eclipse – turnkey solution Eclipse is a turnkey solution for individuals, families and teams to help mitigate digital risks. The platform offers leveled subscription tiers, à la carte services, and holistic defense-in-depth across co...

Incode, the next-generation identity verification and authentication platform for global enterprises announced that Dean Hickman-Smith has joined the company as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Incode is expanding its executive team and partner base as it continues to build on the momentum from its unprecedented growth. Highlights Hickman-Smith’s appointment is the latest development in a pivotal year for Incode. In addition to record-setting business growth, the company’s industry le...

In order to address spiraling cost pressures caused by surging inflation and commodity prices, business leaders are looking towards automation solutions. The recent geo-political conflict in Eastern Europe has significantly disrupted commodities markets, compounding already heightened inflation levels and seeing price-points rise in 2022 and beyond. To understand the true impact for businesses, SS&C Blue Prism (Blue Prism) commissioned a study of business leaders, which found that 73% of en...

Cognitec is proudly looking back at 20 successful years developing high-ranking face recognition technologies, and working with partners around the world on major government and commercial projects. Experienced software, algorithm and product development teams continue to bring high-performing algorithms and innovative products to the face recognition market. Since the founding days in 2002, the company has constantly extended its portfolio to offer products for facial image database search, re...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has announced it has joined the  SPAC® (Smart Physical Access Control) Alliance. By joining the SPAC® Alliance, TDSi is a part of an organization that helps define the standards of Digital Security in Europe through initiatives such as the Secure & Smart Communication Protocol (SSCP), to promote standardization and interoperability. Security integration John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi commented, “We are very proud to announce...

Touchless technology enables users to complete transactions or perform actions with systems touch-free. It leverages optical and biometric sensing capabilities, enabling computer systems to receive instructions through user behavior or physical movement. Touchless technology helps improve and manage access to financial services and institutions in a number of ways. Types of Touchless Technologies Touchless Sensing Touch-free sensors can detect the presence or movement of a person or obje...

On-demand visitor management has become more crucial than ever with the changing nature of work patterns. The team at Yardi Bluepoint recognizes this challenge and has developed an enhanced Visitor Check-in App to better manage the experience for people visiting commercial and corporate spaces. Paul Speariett, Regional Director for Yardi, said “This enhanced visitor check-in app is clean and simple to use, allowing building management and reception teams to provide alternate check-in opti...

Ava Security, a Motorola Solutions company, will move into a new partnership with Sektor to distribute its cloud-native video security solution throughout Malaysia. Ava is recognized around the world as being one of a handful of brands that have architected video solutions for a cloud platform. Ava cloud video security solution Ava with the data management system, Ava Aware, connects their cloud-based analytics to pre-existing cameras and cloud-connected cameras. The power of Ava’s cloud...

A new report from Novaira Insights reveals that the global video surveillance market grew 16.4% in 2021 as restrictions on movement due to the COVID-19 pandemic eased. The report, ‘The world market for video surveillance hardware and software’ shows that shipments of surveillance cameras and related equipment grew as pent-up demand was served. However, there was a shortage of components used for production of video surveillance equipment in 2021 and this led to higher prices for tho...

Zenitel and CHeKT have announced the integration of Zenitel’s line of IP Speakers with the CHeKT intelligent video monitoring platform. The new integration provides security companies with a pathway to elegantly integrate live interactive audio with live video into a mobile app and professional monitoring centers. Zenitel – CheKT partnership CHeKT’s intelligent video monitoring platform provides real-time event alerting from any video surveillance system and delivers the eve...

The FLIR RS8500 high-speed camera has been selected for integration into the NEOS optical tracking system from Nurjana Technologies. FLIR RS8500 high-speed camera Thanks to the FLIR RS8500 high-speed camera’s superior resolution and measurement accuracy, the Italian system integrator can offer test range customers a solution to identify and track targets with the highest accuracy. Based in Cagliari, Italy, Nurjana Technologies provides mission-critical engineering services and system in...

Mayflex, the globally renowned distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has announced the appointment of Rhys Jones in the role of Account Manager for Converged Technology, with an emphasis on IP Security.  Rhys Jones joins Mayflex from QED distribution, where he was based for the last 5 years, in both Sales Management and Business Development roles.  Expert in access control, CCTV systems and infrastructure Simon Steer, the Director of Sales for Security at Mayflex commented, “...

Sepura, the Cambridge-based critical communications solutions organization, has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, in recognition of its proven compliance to the highest level of information security management. BSI issued the certificate, following an extensive audit process. To achieve the ISO 27001 certification, organizations must demonstrate a systematic and documented approach to protecting and managing sensitive company and customer information, including intellectual property, e...

Supermicro will present at the virtual Nikkei X-TECH EXPO 2020 its latest server and storage system for AI, 5G, IoT, and enterprise markets. Nikkei X- TECH EXPO 2020 is one of the largest technology events in Japan. It brings together representatives from key Japanese and APAC companies to hear the latest global developments from leading hardware, software, and system integrators in storage and server technology. What:  Supermicro Delivers Live Product and Market Updates Where:  N...

Vigitron, Inc., the globally renowned manufacturer of network solutions designed for security applications, has announced the release of its new website. The new website is easy to navigate, resulting in the ability to provide detailed information on Vigitron products. Ali Eghbal, the Founder and President of Vigitron, Inc., stated “With over 150 products and growing, covering every aspect of complete network solutions, the new website provides clear and understandable variable methods to...

Abloy Oy and ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions have announced their jointly developed, new ABLOY Keyless Access Controller. With the controller, businesses can upgrade their doors to be keyless - making most electric locks and other electronic door locking devices work with a digital key on a mobile app, instead of a physical credential. The new controller not only works with ABLOY products, but also with hardware of any brand using compatible wiring. ABLOY Keyless Access Controller The ABLOY Keyle...

StorMagic®, solving the world’s edge data problems, announced that Hermitage Solutions, a distributor of IT security solutions and services, has joined its distribution network. Hermitage Solutions selected StorMagic’s offering to meet the data protection needs of companies and for the robustness, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness of its products. Contract details  The contract provides for the distribution in France, Belgium, and Luxembourg of StorMagic ARQvault, SvSAN,...

StorMagic®, provider of hyperconvergence solutions for edge computing, announces that Hermitage Solutions, distributor of IT security solutions and services, joined its distribution network. Hermitage Solutions selected StorMagic's offering to meet the need for corporate data protection and for the robustness, simplicity and cost-effectiveness of its products. Modern key management The contract provides for the distribution in France, Belgium and Luxembourg of ARQvault/SvSAN and/or SvKMS...

HID Global, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces a joint research laboratory with France-based Hubert Curien Laboratory, named the Lasers, Materials, and Colors for Citizen Identity Documents Laboratory, or LAMCID. The Hubert Curien Laboratory is a joint research unit of Jean Monnet University, the National Research Centre, and the Institut d’Optique Graduate School. Improve identity documents LAMCID will host experts from HID and Hubert Curien to conduct a variety of join...

The people out in cyberspace that invade users' privacy are usually the ones users prepare to protect themselves from. Still, what if those people weren’t the only threats to be wary of? According to a recent report from Forrester, this is the case more often than users think. Insider threats at security firms caused 59% of data security incidents over the last year, typically consisting of accounts being misused by internal employees or business associates, resulting in data leaks that...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, was named Global Sustainability Changemaker and U.S. IoT Partner of the Year at the Microsoft’s annual awards. The Sustainability award was made for the significant societal impact that Johnson Controls OpenBlue Enterprise Manager is having on boosting sustainability in buildings, improving ESG scores and enabling data-driven decision-making by customers. IoT Partner award for Johnson Controls...

Trackforce Valiant, a provider of security workforce management solutions, announces the acquisition of TrackTik Software, one of the most innovative and fastest-growing cloud-based security workforce management providers. The combination of these two companies has created a new pioneer in providing visibility and control for the physical security workforce. “We are very excited to welcome TrackTik into the Trackforce Valiant family,” said Trevor Campion, CEO of Trackforce Valiant....

Securitas, the security solutions partner with world-renowned technology and expertise, has signed the commitment letter for the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and will begin the process of developing and validating targets, in order to reduce the Group’s climate impact. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), the World Resources Institute, Worldwide Fund for Nature, and the UN Global Compact. Science Based...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (Siemens) has launched Building X, a new smart building suite that is open, interoperable and fully cloud-based. The Building X suite is the first next generation offering that is built on the design principles of Siemens Xcelerator, an open digital business platform launched to accelerate digital transformation and value creation across industry, transportation, grids and buildings. Building X, smart building suite It acts as a single source of truth to eliminate...

Xydus, the company fixing identity for an expansive world, has announced two key technical leadership hires, following a record-breaking 600% revenue increase in 2021. Ensuring its identity solution is ready to flex to any challenges that the future throws at it, Xydus brings in technical professionals - Jos Aussems as the Chief Information Security Officer and Chris Covell as the Senior Vice President (VP) of Engineering. Modernizing the IT department Xydus spent the past six months re-organ...

Siemens AG has launched an open digital business platform, Siemens Xcelerator, to accelerate digital transformation and value creation for customers of all sizes in the industry, buildings, grids, and mobility. The business platform makes digital transformation easier, faster, and scalable. Siemens Xcelerator includes a curated portfolio of internet of things (IoT) enabled hardware, software, and digital services from across Siemens and certified third parties; a growing ecosystem of partners;...