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Ground Labs, the provider of data discovery solutions for privacy, security, and data management announced the appointment and return of Don Kaye as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer. Don Kaye brings over 25 years of executive leadership, sales, and marketing expertise in the technology industry to Ground Labs and has a deep understanding and passion for the data security and data management space. Work experience Don Kaye previously served as Ground Labs’ Chief R...

G4S is the first and only UK company and non-police service to gain accreditation to allow specialist security officers to stop and manage traffic, as they escort moving abnormal indivisible loads (AILs) on the roads.  Moving two emergency diesel generator tanks was nothing short of slow progress - due to its size and weight (they weigh 64 tons and measure more than seven meters wide - about the average width of four cars) but G4S’s Enhanced Security Officers (ESOs) have put their ne...

Quadrant Knowledge Solutions announced that it has named Zimperium as a 2023 technology leader in the SPARK Matrix™: In-App Protection, Q2 2023. The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ includes a detailed analysis of the global market dynamics, vendor landscape, and competitive positioning. The study also provides competitive analysis and ranking of the pioneering In-App Protection providers in the form of the SPARK Matrix™. The study also provides strategic information...

Global security pioneer, Gallagher Security, has streamlined their free Security Health Check tool, making it easier than ever to protect against potential system risks and improve business efficiencies. Security Health Check Security Health Check is an industry-first tool with numerous awards under its belt for risk and vulnerability management. It performs an automated system audit and generates a health report, providing users with deeper awareness and understanding of security vulnerabilit...

Xtract One Technologies Inc. announced its partnership with Sentara Health to provide weapons detection services at hospitals in Virginia, following a successful deployment of Xtract One’s SmartGateway entry screening technology. The deployment at two hospitals was part of the evaluation for expansion to all 12 Sentara hospitals in Virginia and North Carolina. Violence against healthcare workers has grown, especially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. About 74% of workpla...

UK-based Cortech Developments and global security and surveillance technology pioneer - Vicon are proud to announce their 20-year anniversary of the partnership. Since their initial collaboration, Cortech and Vicon have worked together to provide integrated security solutions to organizations around the world. Their partnership has enabled the seamless integration of Vicon's advanced security and surveillance technology with Cortech's Datalog platform. Events-based analytics By connecting Vic...

OPTEX, a sensor manufacturer for more than 40 years, will demonstrate its new FlipX indoor series for the first time in South Africa at Securex. The new sensor range - which comprises the FlipX Standard and Advanced models - provides highly accurate and reliable detection due to a bespoke pyroelectric sensor and a unique lens that can be ‘flipped’ to provide both a narrow and wide detection in a single device. Grade 2 FlipX Standard sensor The sleek and compact Grade 2 FlipX Stand...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance, and Brivo, the global pioneer of cloud-based access control and smart space technologies announced one of the largest investments to date in cloud physical security. SECOM CO., LTD, one of the largest security integration companies in the world, according to Forbes Global 2000, has made a primary equity investment of $192 million in the two companies, $100 million in Eagle Eye Networks, and $92 million in Brivo. Cloud and AI...

Acronis, the global pioneer in cyber protection announced the general availability of Acronis Advanced Security + Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud. Comprehensive security and data protection With new capabilities such as AI-based attack analysis, Acronis EDR reduces complexity and simplifies workflows for a more streamlined operation, making it easier than ever for MSPs and the businesses they serve to deploy comprehensive security and data protection. W...

Lacework, the data-driven cloud security company, announced the appointment of Lea Kissner as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). As CISO, Kissner will be responsible for pioneering the development and implementation of Lacework’s overall security strategy and programs. 20 years of experience Kissner brings over 20 years of experience pioneering security, privacy, and anti-abuse efforts at global organizations to Lacework. Their experience includes serving as CISO at Twitt...

Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company, unveiled new user intelligence capabilities designed to empower organizations to become more proactive in the fight against ongoing cyber attacks. Rubrik aims to deliver cyber resilience across both the data and users, including new User Intelligence, so organizations can work to proactively prevent attacks from happening before they cause significant damage.  Addressing data security needs Data remains highly vulnerable to cyber incid...

Touchless Biometric Systems, a Swiss provider of biometric technologies headquartered in Pfäffikon, Zurich, has unveiled its latest innovation in biometric management: the Biomanager Enterprise software platform. The innovative platform, the result of years of research and development, offers a comprehensive solution for managing and monitoring biometric products and data. Biometric devices are the best way to increase security and reliably verify the identity of individuals. But how can a...

A new 10-week online course will offer security pioneers expert guidance on developing, maintaining, aligning, and optimizing global security operations centers (GSOC). The Security Executive Council’s Next Generation Security Leader (NGSL) GSOC Course is tailored for current security practitioners and university/college students. Instructors include SEC subject matter experts and current security practitioners from companies including Delta Air Lines, Zoom, Dell, Coca-Cola, Comcast, Equi...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces the release of its latest update to the powerful but highly flexible and secure GARDiS access control software – Version 2.5. The latest enhanced features include integration with Suprema’s BioStar security platform and Pelco’s Video Management Solutions, along with a new integration module with Hikvision’s video solutions, the update also includes enhanced anti-passback and mantrap/airlock functionalities, and ad...

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security announced the launch of Real-Time CSPM, a next-gen cloud security posture management (CSPM) solution, offering the best visibility and context in the industry. Real-Time CSPM provides a complete view of multi-cloud security risks, pinpoints threats that evade agentless detection, and dramatically reduces noise so security practitioners can rapidly identify, prioritize, and remediate the most important cloud security risks, saving time and mone...

Scality announced its newest release of Scality ARTESCA, its simple, secure S3 object storage software for data deployments starting at a few terabytes. Cyber resilience Over a dozen innovations in ARTESCA 2.0 strengthen cyber resiliency through a hardened, reduced attack surface that minimizes security risks with best-of-breed data immutability for increased ransomware protection, all at entry-level pricing starting at under $4,000 per year, including 24x7 support. An expanded choice of depl...

Neurotechnology, a provider of deep learning-based solutions and high-precision biometric identification technologies announced the expansion of the MegaMatcher product line with the release of the MegaMatcher Identity Management System (IDMS). The new end-user-focused system is capable of handling a variety of different tasks from identity registry formation to comprehensive administration for both civil and criminal applications. Benefits “By introducing our cutting-edge MegaMatcher I...

TAR Ideal, a technology integrator and solutions provider, and Cytek, the global cybersecurity specialist, have announced a strategic agreement to provide cutting-edge cyber defense solutions for nations and their critical infrastructure. The strategic partnership harnesses TAR’s public safety and homeland security expertise and Cytek’s public sector cybersecurity solutions to offer governments and public bodies holistic and fully managed protection against ever-evolving cyber threa...

SecurityScorecard announced that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has awarded a contract for SecurityScorecard subscriptions to enable pipeline and rail owners/operators, who elect to use the subscription to more accurately monitor and assess the cyber health of their transportation systems. Subscription service SecurityScorecard’s subscription service allows owners/operators to voluntarily assess their cybersecurity posture with cybersecurity vulnerability monitoring, ra...

Barracuda Networks, Inc., a provider of cloud-first security solutions, will announce a new platform called Barracuda SecureEdge, a SASE solution that helps make hybrid and remote work easier to secure. Barracuda SecureEdge integrates Barracuda’s Secure SD-WAN, Firewall-as-a-Service, Zero Trust Network Access, and Secure Web Gateway capabilities.  Single-vendor solution According to Gartner®, “By 2025, 80% of enterprises will have adopted a strategy to unify web, cloud se...

i-PRO introduces Michele Wood, Director, of Americas Marketing. She has just joined the company and will oversee all facets of marketing to drive strategic, programmatic, growth, and operational objectives.  Michele is an accomplished vision-driven and goal-focused marketing pioneer with a proven history of innovation and achievement across B2B spanning SaaS, cybersecurity, IoT, AI, technology, data, and energy industries. Work experience Michele Wood holds two software patents in user-...

The Dahua WizMind is a full portfolio of solutions comprising project-oriented products including IPC, NVR, PTZ, IVSS, thermal and software platform that adopts industry-leading deep learning algorithms. As a pioneer in video-centric AIoT solutions and service providers, Dahua has been constantly developing and improving its product offerings to provide more business value to its global customers and deliver reliable and comprehensive AI solutions for vertical markets. Human-based applications...

OpenAI’s ChatGPT has taken the world by storm since its release in November 2022 and companies have been racing to adopt this in some shape or form in their business processes. Helping these companies embrace the opportunity, WorkHack is announcing a $1.5M funding round to develop its AI tech layer, which allows businesses to deploy safe, thoughtful, and responsible AI functions.  Funding round The funding round was co-led by Together Fund along with Nexus Venture Partners and also...

Comelit-PAC has launched Mini & SE Cubes, specifically designed as a customized plug-and-play experience that can provide ongoing 24/7 connectivity to PAC access control hardware. The global security specialist has introduced the new compact yet powerful industrialized machines, to be delivered pre-installed with PAC Access Central software, and all necessary drivers. SE Cube and Mini Cube The SE Cube and Mini Cube can build a new PAC Access Control or Easinet Database with the help of a...

OTORIO, the provider of operational technology (OT) cyber and digital risk management solutions announced that three significant industrial cellular router vendors have vulnerabilities in their cloud management platforms that expose customers’ operational networks to external attacks. This raises questions about the safety of connecting OT to the cloud and suggests a need for standard industry regulations to eliminate such security risks.  OTORIO Security Researcher Roni Gavrilo...

Security experts at ADT have released a brand new outdoor wifi camera, which provides two-way audio and crystal-clear imagery.  24/7 surveillance Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I Subscriber says “Our brand new security camera not only allows for surveillance of your home and surrounding areas, it also allows homeowners to warn off potential intruders. Our camera is also fully integrated with the ADT Smart Services app which means customers are informed...

Qognify, part of Hexagon, a provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, and Johnson Controls Security Products, a unified group of access control, video, location-based security, and intrusion brands present an integration between their products Qognify VMS and Kantech EntraPass. Faster and targeted response The integration of both software products enables users to better understand situations based on the synchronization of event and video data, allowing a faster and more...

Sentry Enterprises, a cutting-edge company that is transforming what identity means across the physical and digital worlds, announces a partnership with Global Accountability Corp. (GAC), a technology company that specializes in Near-field Communication technology with a patron survey feature set. This partnership will revolutionize Identity Access Management (IAM) and ensure transparency with absolute proof of identity. The partnership between GAC and Sentry Enterprises brings together two inn...

i-PRO Co, Ltd., a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety announced that it has appointed Antoinette King, a nationally recognized physical and cyber security expert, as Director of Regional Sales East and Head of Cyber Convergence. New responsibilities In her new position, Antoinette King will be responsible for managing i-PRO Americas’ sales for the US East Coast. She will also lead the company’s cyber convergence initiative to establ...

Alex Laurie, SVP of Global Sales Engineering, ForgeRock, said: “As European Lawmakers come a step closer to strengthening the Artificial Intelligence Act, it is important to remember why it is being brought in, and ultimately, that is to protect both businesses and consumers alike."  He adds, “AI remains a tool that warrants a delicate balance with human oversight. Facial recognition helps security organizations and federations to understand and react to potentially disruptive...