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Genetec Inc., a renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that its new enterprise-grade SaaS solution, Security Center SaaS, gives organizations the complete freedom to choose the door controllers, cameras, and devices that work best for their business. Based on an open platform architecture, Security Center SaaS enables organizations to connect direct-to-cloud with the latest Axis, Bosch, Hanwha, and i-PRO camera...
Gunnebo Entrance Control has announced its acquisition of DG Concept and Diadem, a French entrance control, design, installation, and service specialist, marking a significant step in reinforcing its commitment to providing innovative solutions and exceptional service to global clients. DG Concept and Diadem is a family-owned business servicing the French market, with a team committed to delivering high-quality service solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients. Service expansion G...
RGB Spectrum®, a pioneer in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, reaffirms its dedication to product education and training, by launching comprehensive training courses tailored for end-users, integrators, manufacturer representatives, consultants, and partners. Training Curriculum RGB Spectrum's training curriculum encompasses various modules, including the popular 201 and 301 series. These modules offer detailed insights into key products, including the Galileo video wa...
Global technology solutions provider - Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) announced that Broadcom selected it as the sole provider for its CloudHealth from VMware offering. CloudHealth is designed to help businesses simplify financial management and operations (FinOps) across multi-cloud environments effectively. Arrow Electronics and Broadcom partnership “Arrow is pleased to build upon our strategic relationship with Broadcom by becoming the exclusive provider of the CloudHealth offering,&r...
Honeywell released its 2024 USB Threat Report, which provides new insight into how “silent residency” is an increasing cyber threat for industrial and critical infrastructure facilities. In the report, Honeywell highlighted the growing risk of “living off the land” (“LotL”) attacks in which adversaries use USB devices to gain access to industrial control systems to hide and observe operations before launching attacks that evade detection and manipulate the ta...
DigiCert, a major global provider of digital trust, reconfirmed its commitment to standards and compliance with the successful completion of 31 audits within a 12-month period. These audits include a range of crucial certifications, including the SOC 2 Type II audit for DigiCert® DNS Trust Manager and the ETSI audit for DigiCert CertCentral® Europe, underscoring DigiCert's dedication to ensuring robust security measures and regulatory adherence across its offerings, around the world. S...
Business email compromise (BEC) attacks involve manipulating or impersonating email accounts to deceive employees, often leading to financial fraud, breaches or data loss. According to Verizon, BEC attacks doubled last year and comprised nearly 60% of all social engineering incidents. To deal with this growing frequency of BEC attacks, MSPs need advanced strategies, such as user behavior analysis and employee training programs. Let’s look at the key BEC protection strategies for MSPs. Wh...
In an industry breakthrough that will pave the way for quantum computing advancements for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, Telefónica, IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) and Quside announce the launch of Quantum-Safe connection for industrial IoT devices. This project is part of a long-term collaboration between Telefónica and IDEMIA Secure Transactions, which has already announced some significant milestones, such as the deployment of the world’s first quantum-safe 5G SIM ca...
Secure Logiq is gearing up for its largest and most dynamic showcase yet at The Security Event 2024 (TSE). Interactive live demonstration Attendees are invited to Stand 5/P75 to experience the future of security technology through immersive and interactive live demonstrations, as well as a highly anticipated 'Big Reveal.' Co-founder Robin Hughes emphasises, "This year, we have gone all out with our biggest stands ever and will be joined by a selection of Technology Partners for a 'not to be m...
Federation of Gujarat Industries (FG)), Vadodara has conferred the Outstanding MSME Excellence Award at the 18th FGI Awards presentation ceremony. The objective behind the institution of these awards is to recognize excellence in economic, social, and scientific areas. The FGI believes that through these awards, the industrial and social achievements in Gujarat will be recognized publicly and encourage others to contribute to the country's efforts of globalization and economic development. Tec...
Let’s face it, any security product fixed to a substrate in a public space is only as secure as its fixings, and key safes are no exception. The integrity of a key safe isn't solely reliant on its resistance to tampering and vandalism, although that's undeniably crucial; the quality and size of the fixings used to attach it to a wall are equally pivotal. Otherwise, it runs the risk of being easily removed from a wall in a matter of minutes, if not seconds, potentially causing a prope...
The Cygnus ALERT notification and monitoring platform is a cloud-based solution designed to strengthen site safety. Using Cygnus ALERT, construction professionals and site administrators can receive event, fault, or mesh information in real time, enabling swift responses to on-site situations. Cygnus ALERT Cygnus ALERT is a subscription-based cloud portal solution, accessed through a 2G and 4G cellular hardware module, with easy user management and notifications provided thro...
Hanwha Vision is announcing that its Q series cameras will be fully compatible with Genetec™ Security Center SaaS, the company’s newly announced unified software-as-a-service solution. Genetec Security Center SaaS is a highly scalable, open, enterprise-grade physical security solution that is offered as a service and deployed in a hybrid-cloud architecture. It offers ease of deployment and enables organizations to choose the devices and cameras that work best for their business. Co...
Smart Spaces announces that it has partnered with the trusted identity provider, HID, to make access to Workspace’s The Light Bulb building in South West London fast, simple, and secure, by making door access credentials available in Google Wallet for all SME customers who lease offices and studios at the center. Any registered Android smartphone user can gain quick and seamless access to The Light Bulb by holding their device near any NFC-enabled HID Signo reader, with doors then o...
Wing Security, the pioneer in SaaS Security, announced that its SaaS security product is specifically designed to help financial firms and covered entities comply with the stringent NY-DFS regulations that mandate robust cybersecurity measures for SaaS applications in New York State. 24/7 protection framework Wing Security’s product offers a 24/7 protection framework for SaaS applications, enabling easy deployment and requiring less than two hours of labor weekly. This efficiency enable...
Slack is the preferred communication, collaboration and file sharing hub for teams in more than 150 countries. The number of Slack’s monthly active users is expected to reach 79 million by 2025, per Statista. While the user-friendly interface and versatile app integrations of Slack make it a fan favorite, over time, the platform becomes a repository of sensitive data. Users often share a wealth of information, from project details to business strategies and account credentials, in both pu...
dormakaba announces a ground-breaking innovation in sustainable property management: a new fire-tested battery backup for uninterrupted power supply (ED UPS) to door automation (ED 100/250). This innovation marks a significant step for the Scandinavian markets Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden which are the first countries to start with the launch in April and May 2024. Integrated battery backup The outstanding innovation is the integrated battery backup for a continuous power supply in...
ASIS International, a major authority in security standards and guidelines, proudly announces the release of an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard dedicated to security risk assessments. ASIS SRA standard The ASIS Security Risk Assessment (SRA) Standard has been revised and designed to revolutionize how organizations assess and manage security risks. Developed by a team of seasoned security professionals, the ASIS SRA Standard offers an up-to-date and forward-looki...
Award-winning global manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, ICT (Integrated Control Technology), is delighted to announce the appointment of Gaurav Mahajan as sales director for the Middle East and India. With an extensive career in the security industry spanning more than two decades, including significant sales leadership roles at Bosch, Pelco, and Optex, Gaurav brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by security integrat...
Honeywell unveiled Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Aerospace, a cloud-based platform that utilizes AI and machine learning (ML) to help commercial aerospace manufacturing and maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO) facilities modernize production and lower operational costs through digitalization. This addition to the Honeywell Forge suite further supports Honeywell’s alignment with the megatrends of advancing automation and the future of aviation. Complexity and operating costs...
The ‘Videx SMS Access’ app, available for free download on the App Store and Play Store, allows building occupants and temporary visitors, such as tradesmen or Airbnb guests for example, to gain entry using personalized pin codes. The app eliminates the need for a master code, enhancing security and convenience for all users. New GSM features The range of new features to the Videx GSM range is designed to provide users with greater flexibility, security, and convenience. Key enhan...
A major access management business is gearing up for a trio of industry awards. The Key Safe Company, which supplies police preferred key safes and security products, has secured several industry awards nominations fresh from landing a coveted feature slot in The Sunday Times. A trio of industry awards Led by innovator - David Ogden, whose catalog of key safe inventions has revolutionized social care to name just one sector, Key Safe has been shortlisted for Entrepreneurial Business...
In a collaborative move with the W3C Consortium, Siemens and Microsoft have announced their commitment to converge the Digital Twin Definition Language (DTDL) with the Thing Description standard from the international standards organization, W3C. Customers are offered consistent modeling experiences by unifying both languages, mitigating fragmentation in an evolving IoT landscape. With customers typically deploying a mix of vendors in their infrastructure leading to lock-in and high integration...
Vismo will launch the latest version of its Locate & Protect App at the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition 2024, at booth #713, from April 29 - May 1, in Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Universal Orlando, in Orlando, Florida, USA. Featuring improved support for new Android and iOS mobile devices including deploying the latest technology to swiftly access critical functions, the app also includes location risk Insights for t...
Gunnebo Entrance Control has appointed Rebeka Rivas as the new European Marketing Lead. In her role, Rebeka will spearhead strategic marketing initiatives across Europe, driving brand awareness and enhancing customer engagement. Born and raised in Spain, Rebeka is currently based in Germany where she previously worked in MarTech for a medical software organization. Before this, Rebeka was based in the UK where she was working in the security and access control solutions sector. Rebeka Rivas W...
Morse Watchmans, the foremost in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a comprehensive range of its top key control products at the 2024 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, April 10-11 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, WA. Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display alongside a suite of additional key control and intelligent inventory management solutions at booth #507. Showcasing diverse applications &ldquo...
Centrios debuts at ISC West and addresses the North American small business market with a new access control platform comprised of an intuitive, secure app, web interface, and purpose-built electronic locks and readers. Additionally, the business Centrios, a brand and platform developed within ASSA ABLOY, leverages ASSA ABLOY’s scale and capacity to innovate with a bold new start-up strategy and digital-first, customer-centric approach. Digital access management “The small busines...
SARGENT, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is showcasing its expansive portfolio of door controls, electronic access control, exit devices, and locks at ISC West in booth #8061. Showcased products include SARGENT’s PE80 Series exit device, which incorporates an extensive list of next-generation features including new visual status indicators and robust end cap designs. Also highlighted is SARGENT’s extensive offering of Electronic Access Control (EAC) devices for integrated systems or WIFI...
Allegion US, a major security products and solutions provider, announced support for Google Wallet mobile credentials to provide a seamless and secure way for employees to access their workplace facilities using their Android smartphones. This innovative offering is set to revolutionize the way workforces interact with company infrastructure and streamline daily operations. Security of Google Wallet A Leap Forward in Workplace Efficiency and Security Allegion's support for employee badges in...
Yale, a pioneer in smart home security announced, the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionize how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Yale Pro 2 Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known for, including a variety of...
