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NetSPI, the proactive security solution, has announced its achievement of CBEST accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering high-value penetration testing and red teaming services. CBEST, set by the Bank of England, represents one of the most rigorous security standards in the financial services industry. NetSPI's accreditation places it among the top echelons of security testing organizations across the globe.  Intensive evaluations To obtain CBEST acc...

Traditional security approaches, such as antivirus software and firewalls, while crucial, no longer suffice in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks. MSPs need a proactive approach that not only secures their clients’ network perimeter and responds to internal threats, but also monitors user accounts and detects anomalous behavior. A survey by the SANS Institute found that 35% of respondents lack visibility into insider threats. Analyzing user behavior is essential to under...

With 5G, AI, and IoT technologies maturing, the accelerating demand for AI-based security and safety solutions makes Secutech the ideal place for system integrators, distributors, and property developers from Taiwan and across the Asia Pacific to assemble.  The entire security, fire safety, intelligent building, and smart mobility supply chains from both public and private sectors, as well as security professional buyers, will once again cluster at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, fro...

The award-winning Canadian firm has opened its first operation in London to support its growing transatlantic client base and offer its outstanding Detection, Response, and Recovery Services and Managed Security Services (MSS) to the UK market.  Cybercrime warnings  A recent warning from the National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) on the growing threat of state-sponsored attacks targeting critical infrastructure highlights the predominance of cybercrime. This comes in addition to...

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the cybersecurity solutions company focused on cyber strategy and risk, has launched a new CyberAI Practice. The practice, which sits within Crossword Cybersecurity’s Consulting business, consolidates Crossword’s artificial intelligence (AI) expertise into a center of excellence that will deliver AI-focused cybersecurity consulting services and products to help clients harness the power of AI in the organization.  The ever-evolving threat lands...

A new, best-in-class 2MP Video Intercom from IDIS - the vandal-resistant and waterproof DC-I6212WRX - is the first NEMA 4X, IK10, and IP66-rated product of its kind offered by any video surveillance vendor. The DC-I6212WRX, from South Korea’s largest in-country video surveillance manufacturer, gives systems integrators and their customers a host of performance benefits, including advanced user functions and unmatched durability in harsh environmental conditions. IDIS’s choice...

As the global supply chain continues to shift, with manufacturing as a key driver, Vietnam, ASEAN’s fastest-growing market has grown bolder in its development aspirations. From integrated security to fire safety, smart buildings, and smart parking solutions, these business prospects are emerging. Secutech Vietnam 2024 Secutech Vietnam 2024 will once again take place at the heart of the country, Ho Chi Minh City, at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, from 14 –16 August 2...

Bridewell, a pioneering UK cyber security firm, has completed its first acquisition of public sector cyber security specialists, Arculus Cyber Security. The acquisition will increase Bridewell’s headcount by 15% and triple its public sector revenue with all of Arculus’ employees retained. The deal strengthens Bridewell’s public sector footprint and aligns with the organization’s overarching strategic Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) focus. Bridewell’s growth...

The Connected Banking Summit, an annual event conceptualized and organized by The International Center For Strategic Alliances (ICSA), once again proved to be a cornerstone for the banking industry's evolution with its 11th Edition Connected Banking Summit- Innovation & Excellence Awards East Africa 2024 took place on 6th of March, in Nairobi, Kenya. This gathering not only underscored the significance of digital transformation and financial inclusion but also celebrated the remarkable ach...

As the Middle East’s largest and most impactful cybersecurity event, GISEC Global continues to provide a solid platform and expand the opportunities for women in the field, fueling the growth of a diverse industry set to transform the world’s digital behaviors.  This International Women’s Day, GISEC Global 2024 is spotlighting some of the most influential women in cybersecurity who will take center stage at the Inspire conference, the most awaited annual program gathering...

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is delighted to announce the enhancement of its Central Distribution Center (CDC) at the Birmingham HQ, with the addition of Autostore from Swisslog. Sam Baldwin, Mayflex Operations & Services Director commented: “As a distributor, we pride ourselves on delivering a consistently great service to ensure that our customers get the products they want, in excellent condition, at the right time. We’ve been doing this successfully f...

The eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024), held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and hosted and organized by the Qatar Armed Forces at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC), concluded on March 6th, 2024 with a strong presence from international and local exhibitors and a large number of visitors. The eighth edition, which ran from 4 to 6 March and was held under the theme of &...

Advantech, a global pioneer in industrial IoT, is hosting an investor conference on March 6 presided over by Chairman KC Liu alongside three co-presidents – Mr. Eric Chen, Ms. Linda Tsai, and Mr. Miller Chang. Although Advantech’s 2023 revenue dropped 6%, its profitability was still effectively maintained, with net profit for the year at a historic high. 2023 gross margin The 2023 gross margin hit 40.5%, the operating profit amounted to NT$12.128 billion (operating margin of 1...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announced it will be appearing at the Official UK Government Global Security Event, Security & Policing 2024, which takes place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Center between 12th and 14th March 2024. Appearing on Stand P104, TDSi will be showcasing the TIL Technologies Tillys Cube Access Control Units and Microsesame Cube Software, which are ANSSI certified making them ideal for deployment across criti...

Recognizing that security industry business companies need more than technical training, SecurityCEU.com, a division of The CMOOR Group offers a library of essential skills business courses, sometimes also called 'soft skills' courses.  The topics for the essential skills training include Meeting Management, Organizational Skills, Creative Problem Solving, Negotiation Skills, Crisis Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace Harassment, Goal Setting & Getting Things Done, and Risk...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneering organization for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education around the world, has announced a compelling and exciting lineup of speakers for this year’s 40th Annual Conference, alongside the theme of ‘Unveiling the Added Value of Security Services’. The 40th AUCSO Annual Conference will be held at the University of Liverpool from Monday 8 April to Wednesday 10 April 2024. The conf...

Dallmeier Electronic, the pioneering manufacturer of video surveillance solutions, and its subsidiary Dallmeier Systems GmbH were responsible for the video surveillance at the 2024 Munich Security Conference (MSC) with their innovative video technology. The MSC 2024, which took place for the sixtieth time from 16 to 18 February 2024, brought together more than 50 heads of state and more than 100 ministers from more than 100 countries in Munich to discuss important security issues. Demands on s...

Building on the establishment of the Global Clients Data Center Group in 2023, Securitas is now taking an important next step by strengthening the skills of Securitas’ security officers by introducing a certification for managing data centers’ diverse security challenges with efficiency and expertise. The significance of big data and cloud services has never been more prevalent. Serving as critical hubs for storing, processing, and distributing digital information, data centers are...

As the launch of the 8th edition of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2024 fast approaches, the organizing committee of DIMDEX has confirmed that over 200 international and local companies will showcase their latest innovations, technologies, and comprehensive defense and maritime security solutions. Taking place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC) and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir...

Teleste is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis Business Sustainability Rating. This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices, and places Teleste among the top 5% of the companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months.  EcoVadis is a globally recognized sustainability assessment that rates companies' sustainability performance across four categories:  Environment, Labor...

Award-winning, global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security teamed up with nine of their technology partners to showcase the latest in integrated security capabilities at the Integrate Roadshow in Durban last week. Held at Durban’s Premier Hotel Umhlanga on the 15th of February, the event hosted by Gallagher and supported by their partners, Axis Communications, IDEMIA, Runrite Electronics (Pty) LTD, Kenai, Stratus Technologies, Turnstar Systems (Pty) Ltd, Cathexis, Suprema Inc. Afric...

The industrial camera manufacturer IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH was able to close 2023 successfully and far exceeded industry expectations. As planned, the southern German company achieved growth of 15 percent compared to the previous year. IDS attributes the positive figures to the development of new products, future-oriented cooperations, and good delivery performance thanks to an easing of supply chains. 11% nominal sector sales decline At the same time, the high stock of component...

OPTEX, the pioneering global sensor manufacturer, will be exhibiting at SICUR with its Spanish sales, marketing, and management team to showcase its latest innovations in sensing and detection solutions. “SICUR is the premier security event in Spain, bringing together the latest industry developments and innovations from across the Iberian market,” says Milton Acosta, OPTEX Regional Sales Manager for Iberia. Sensing and detection solutions Acosta added: “The show is the best...

The organizing committee of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) has announced Fincantieri as the ‘Diamond Sponsor’ for its eighth edition, taking place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Center(QNCC). Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, DIMDEX 2024 is proudly hosted and organized by the Qatar Armed Forces and will be held in 2024 under the theme “Igniting th...

Vismo, a global specialist in tracking and security solutions, has announced its partnership with Control Risks, the global specialist risk consultancy. The collaboration combines Vismo's enhanced GPS tracking technology with Control Risks' expertise in risk management, to offer clients stronger security solutions worldwide for their employees including contract workers, volunteers and those with work experience. Vismo's tracking capabilities By integrating Vismo's advanced tracking capabili...

Paxton, the global brand of electronic IP access control, video surveillance, and video intercom systems, has recently appointed new senior leadership roles to support their rapid global expansion, from company culture, finance function, to manufacturing. Adam Stroud, Paxton’s CEO, said: “I am pleased to appoint Nicola O’Donnell, Alex Clements, and Blair Bowen, into their new senior management roles. Each of them brings a high level of knowledge, capability, and experience to...

With commercial vehicle crime continuing to rise according to the latest crime survey statistics, security specialist Mul-T-Lock has introduced a new portfolio of vehicle security solutions, designed to offer the ultimate protection. Latest figures show that 11,714 vans were stolen in the UK over the past year, and £3.5bn worth of equipment was taken. With Police Forces and insurance companies citing the need for extra precautionary measures, Mul-T-Lock presents its MVP commercial vehicle...

Evolv Technology, the security technology company pioneering AI-based weapons detection to create safer experiences, today announced its partnership with TD Garden, New England’s premier sports and entertainment arena and home of the storied NHL’s Boston Bruins and NBA’s Boston Celtics. This latest partnership means that New England fans and visitors attending sporting events, concerts or other entertainment experiences at Gillette Stadium, Fenway Park, Boston College and now,...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has announced a partnership with ISARR, a bespoke risk, resilience, and security management solution, to gather vital benchmarking information for its members. As the pioneering organization for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education around the world, AUCSO is looking to further enhance security within the Higher Education sector as a whole. The partnership builds upon the existing relationship between AUCSO a...

Prism Infosec, the independent cybersecurity consultancy, announced the launch of its Cyber Maturity Assessment service to help organizations identify areas of strong cybersecurity defense and where improvements can be made to help improve their security posture. The assessment provides the C-suite with a standardized initial benchmark against which to measure cybersecurity maturity and organizational performance. NIST Cybersecurity Framework The Cyber Maturity Assessment has mapped to the Na...