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Integrated access control and security manufacturer - TDSi announces that it is offering a free training kit to individuals taking part in its official free GARDiS installer training course for the first time. The offer is designed to support security installers who are new to TDSi’s products and applies to those attending the course at its Headquarters in Poole, Dorset; along with Coventry in the West Midlands, and Haslingden in Lancashire. GARDiS installer training kit Jon Hooley, Tec...

Jacksons Fencing, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality fencing and security solutions, has launched its versatile EuroGuard® V Mesh fencing system online. This expansion gives commercial developers and specifiers immediate, streamlined access to secure fencing solutions. By simplifying the specification process, it supports more efficient project planning and empowers professionals to make faster, more informed decisions. Discreet, durable security for modern developments Euro...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Kingspan Door Components, a Belgian manufacturer offering a large range of high-quality door panels for sectional doors for both residential and industrial applications. "I am very pleased to welcome Kingspan Door Components to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. More about the...

Barix celebrates its 25th year in business at InfoComm with the launch of a new Annuncicom two-way audio solution that continues its legacy of bridging analog systems with IP networks. To be shown at Booth 2832, the new Annuncicom AHE-YA404 gives integrators an all-in-one solution to modernise legacy 2 or 4-wire intercom and paging solutions without the need to replace existing cabling or call stations. Legacy intercom panels Specifically, the Annuncicom AHE-YA404 is a powerful analog headen...

TXOne Networks, a pioneer in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, announced an expanded new version of its SageOne OT Cybersecurity Governance Platform. Already relied upon by many industrial leaders across sectors with exacting cybersecurity requirements, TXOne SageOne has been enhanced to deliver a novel capability for intelligent vulnerability mitigation. How to patch effectively under time constraints One of the most common challenges faced by (operational technology) OT cybersecurity p...

Hanwha Vision confirmed that it would not raise prices on its surveillance technologies despite rising tariffs and market disruptions. The company said it will absorb any additional costs created by tariffs on components integral for manufacturing surveillance cameras and devices, adding that supporting dealers and end users is the highest priority, especially in the face of uncertain economic and market conditions. New partnership opportunities Hanwha’s price-lock guarantee helps...

Illumio Inc., the breach containment company, announced a strategic integration with NVIDIA to help critical infrastructure organizations strengthen protections and advance their Zero Trust posture. The collaboration integrates the NVIDIA BlueField networking platform with Illumio’s breach containment platform, delivering robust security and operational efficiency across converged IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments. Illumio's AI-driven insights Critical infrastructure organ...

Keepit, the pioneer in SaaS data protection, announced that Dan Middleton, former VP at Veeam, has been appointed as its new VP for the UK and Ireland. Middleton will grow Keepit’s UKI sales team, accelerate pipeline generation, and drive the expansion of Keepit’s local partner ecosystem with the regional partner management team. Additionally, Middleton is responsible for Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and South Africa. Prior roles of Middleton Middleton brings a wealth of prove...

A growing number of UK small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are taking cybersecurity more seriously, with over half increasing their cyber defenses in 2024, according to new research from Bionic. However, the report also reveals a cautious approach to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), with many businesses citing concerns around accuracy, regulation, and data privacy. IT and communications sector 8% of surveyed SMBs reported a significant increase in cybersecurity sp...

Assist Security Group (ASG) has announced the appointment of Jim McFedries as Chief Business Development Officer. In this strategic role, McFedries will drive business growth and expand ASG's client portfolio across key sectors including retail, healthcare, and property management. McFedries brings over three decades of security industry expertise to ASG, with significant experience in both corporate security leadership and commercial security services. His appointment reinforces ASG's commitme...

Netwrix, a cybersecurity provider focused on data and identity threats, has made its DSPM solution, Netwrix 1Secure DSPM for MSPs, available on the biggest marketplace for MSPs in the world, the Pax8 Marketplace. The solution is delivered through Netwrix 1Secure, its easy-to-use and fast-to-deploy SaaS security platform. Netwrix’s inclusion in the Pax8 Marketplace enables MSPs to grow their businesses by providing instant access to Netwrix's portfolio of data and identity security product...

Comelit-PAC has appointed Stephen Tickle as its new Regional Sales Manager. Stephen will focus on supporting PAC’s access control portfolio, with emphasis on delivering tailored solutions for the social housing sector. Bringing more than 15 years of experience in the fire and security industry, Stephen offers an in-depth understanding of the evolving challenges faced by housing providers, installers, and property managers.  His career to date includes leadership roles at respected n...

Infosecurity Europe, the most influential information security event, running from the 3-5 June 2025 at ExCeL has announced the introduction of new theaters as AI will be a key theme of the event, not only as a threat but also as a powerful catalyst for industry change. As artificial intelligence continues to transform both the attack landscape and internal security strategies, Infosecurity Europe 2025 will respond with a sharp focus on realigning priorities across the cybersecur...

Quorum Cyber, a cybersecurity firm, announced that it has identified two new variants of a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) tracked as NodeSnake.  The Quorum Cyber Threat Intelligence team is tracking this malware, which is highly likely attributed to Interlock ransomware due to infrastructure attribution. Quorum Cyber’s NodeSnake report Quorum Cyber’s NodeSnake report contains a detailed technical analysis and recommendations The team assessed that Interlock has likely recently s...

Calero, the provider of Technology Business Management solutions, announces the appointment of Eric Martorano as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and President. In this role, Martorano will lead the company’s global go-to-market strategy and revenue growth operations, supporting Calero’s continued expansion to meet rising demand for its solutions. Eric's leadership qualities  "Eric‘s leadership and proven ability to execute have guided multiple companies to and through perio...

BlueVoyant, the pioneer in integrated cyber security, has been recognized among notable providers of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services in Forrester's latest report, The Managed Detection And Response Services In Europe Landscape, Q2 2025. The report is designed to help security and risk professionals understand the value they can expect from MDR providers in Europe, learn how providers differ, and investigate options based on organizational size and market focus. BlueVoyant grew EM...

Carlisle Support Services announces the appointment of David Brook as Head of Operational Training, which represents another strategic step in its commitment to raising industry standards, having now completely removed the use of subcontracted labor across security and events operations for over a year to improve consistency in quality and service delivery. Joining Carlisle with a wealth of experience within the education field, David’s role will be to develop accredited courses that dive...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven, real-time crime and catastrophe prevention, announces it will be featured the end of this month on an upcoming episode of the “Advancements” television show. Hosted by Ted Danson, Elite’s segment premieres Saturday, May 31 at 8 p.m. Eastern/5 p.m. Pacific Time on Bloomberg Television. How technology and innovation continue to drive “Advancement...

Cento Group, a long-established market pioneer in staffing and recruitment solutions, is thrilled to announce its launch in the United States. With a strong reputation for success in Europe, Cento Group is now focused on transforming the recruitment landscape in the U.S. security industry, delivering exceptional talent that drives business results and empowers organizations to thrive. Building partnerships with clients Cento addresses the pressing recruitment challenges faced by businesses...

If checking into a hotel or dining out, people might assume their personal data is safe. But a new study by NordPass, in collaboration with NordStellar, reveals that many hospitality businesses are guarding their digital systems with shockingly weak passwords. From hotel reservation platforms to restaurant point-of-sale systems, the research exposes an industry-wide habit of reusing predictable, outdated, or brand-specific passwords. Entries like “Reservations2022,” “Comf...

Gate Logic Security, a pioneering provider of advanced automated gates and perimeter security solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of Aurora Services Inc., a respected name in customized security gate design and automation. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Gate Logic Security’s capabilities and extends its reach to a broader range of residential, commercial, and estate clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Secure physical perimeters Combined company wil...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the prioneer global organization for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, is pleased to announce the launch of a new suite of free online training courses exclusively for its members. This initiative is part of a newly signed three-year partnership with Ciphr eLearning, a cloud based HR software company that integrates HR, payroll, learning and recruitment, that is transforming how organizations deliver train...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced new Extreme Resilience capabilities available in Rehydrate, an Absolute Resilience Platform module. Rehydrate enables remote restoration of Windows endpoints at enterprise scale with a single click. It delivers full recovery even when the device OS and other security or management tools have crashed, been compromised, or become corrupted. New Extreme Resilience capabilities With these new Extreme Resilience capabilities, Re...

Commvault, a leading provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, today announced it is extending its Kubernetes protection to support virtual machines (VMs) running on Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization. This new capability enhances cyber resilience for organizations moving to modern application environments. Containerized workload adoption Containerized workload adoption is rapidly growing: Gartner predicts 90% of G2000 companies will use container manageme...

Organized in partnership with the New Zealand Embassy, Gallagher Security hosted an event in Riyadh to explore business relationships and strategic collaboration between New Zealand and the Saudi Arabian market.  Alongside the New Zealand Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Charles Kingston, and Trade Commissioner, Joel Sims, guests present included strategic partners from across the region, senior pioneers, critical infrastructure organizations, and key channel partners. Advancements within the...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services provider, announced details of recent merger and acquisition (M&A) activities completed so far in 2025. To date, the company has completed five transactions with aggregate annual revenues totaling approximately $490 million. The acquired companies represent various security service offerings in both international and domestic markets and include the following: Pinnacle Security, Inc., Guarding, United States, January 2025...

Yubico, the pioneering provider of hardware authentication security keys, announced the expanded availability of YubiKey as a Service to all countries in the European Union (EU). This allows organizations to be more agile and flexible in their adoption of phishing-resistant YubiKeys, and builds upon the company's existing reach in markets such as the United States, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Australia, India and the UK. Availability of YubiEnterprise Delivery Additionally, the company announce...

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting vulnerabilities outside traditional corporate networks, focusing on third-party vendors and employees' personal devices to bypass organizational defences, according to SoSafe's 2025 Cybercrime Trends Report. The comprehensive survey of 500 security professionals across nine countries reveals trends in how attackers are expanding their focus beyond direct corporate targets. Internal network security "Organizations can no longer rely solely on inte...

Everon, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions in the U.S., recently worked with Initiative for Affordable Housing’s re:loom program to upcycle retired uniforms into a unique line of tote bags. Through this initiative, Everon and Initiative for Affordable Housing – an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization that provides services, housing, and employment for area residents in need or experiencing homeless...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired TeleAlarm Group (“TeleAlarm”), a European provider of remote care technology that combines hardware and software solutions, enabling independent living across the social care and home care segment, based in Germany. "I am very pleased to welcome TeleAlarm into ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within the Senior Care business area, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, Pr...