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Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Hartmut Sprave will leave MOBOTIX AG at his request after five years of service, with his contract expiring on May 31, 2023, to take on new professional challenges. He will be succeeded by Christian Cabirol, who will be responsible for all R&D focus areas and technology partnerships as key elements of the solution-oriented strategy based on "Made in Germany" quality and the highest cyber security. Value-added solutions Christian Cabirol has been working fo...
Undoubtedly, the coronavirus pandemic revolutionized working life for a large proportion of the workforce worldwide, with millions of workers being instructed to work from home, almost overnight. In many cases, this situation continued for many months and, in some instances, years. The long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the global workforce have been considered in many ways. One particularly significant change, however, has been the increased use of monitoring technologies to observe and ke...
TrueConf, a developer of self-hosted video collaboration solutions, introduces new security features at ISE 2023, a high-profile AV show hosted in Barcelona. TrueConf Server, a 4K video conferencing and team collaboration platform supports integration with DLP systems which enables government organizations and businesses to minimize risks of data leakage. Eliminating data exposure Video conferencing and messaging applications have become the most popular collaboration tools since they...
ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a renowned global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that is has appointed Charles Vancheri as Associate Director of Distribution Partnerships for North America. As an industry veteran with more than a decade of experience, Charles Vancheri will be responsible for setting the company’s strategy relative to building a robust network of distribution partners across the region and thus make the ISS portfolio of high-trus...
Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) has again been named to FORTUNE’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ list, ranking #1 in the ‘Wholesalers: Electronics and Office Equipment’ category for the tenth consecutive year. This marks the 23rd time that Arrow Electronics, Inc. has appeared on the listing that is based on input from industry executives, directors, and analysts. Arrow Electronics tops World’s Most Admired Companies list Arrow Electronics, Inc. topped...
Allied Universal has been recognized with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) for its efforts in keeping the city safe, by providing daily alerts of events in the downtown Los Angeles area, in California, USA. The Allied Universal team provides the LAPD with critical communication alerts about events, marches and protests in the area that play a vital role in keeping the city and its residents safe. Brian Raboin, the Regional Director of Security for Alli...
German video technology manufacturer - Dallmeier will be presenting video-based solutions for logistics as a sub-exhibitor at the stand of the Mobility & Logistics cluster (Hall 8, Stand C55) at LogiMAT 2023 from 25 to 27 April 2023. Standardized image quality Due to the tense cost situation, logistics companies are increasingly looking for economical solutions with which they can manage their processes efficiently. The patented "Panomera®" multifocal sensor cameras will therefore be t...
CDVI Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Bram Soete to the position of Technical Director for the Group. Alongside his role as General Manager of CDVI Benelux, Mr. Soete will be responsible for the international Group’s Product Committee. The Product Committee drives innovation in the conception, design, and manufacture of CDVI products. They are responsible for the full cycle of product development, including both new products and updates to existing products. Best technolog...
For many years, too many people have associated security with disengaged officers, offering a limited set of skills and reluctantly performing and recording a minimum set of daily tasks. While customers may have been aware of these flaws, many have not prioritized security and, as a result, their security has continued in the same shape and design over lengthy periods, becoming outdated and ineffective. Common complaints Common complaints have included security being too reactive to inc...
Rapiscan Systems Inc. has recently acquired all assets of VOTI Detection Inc. As a result, all technical support services for VOTI Products are now being transitioned into the Global Rapiscan service organization. Due to the bankruptcy of VOTI, Rapiscan purchased only the assets; this means that none of the former contractual obligations or warranties transition to Rapiscan. However, please know that they are aggressively working to re-establish support capabilities that meet the customers&rsqu...
Global security pioneer, Gallagher, announces the latest in a string of continuous enhancements to their cloud-based security solution – the power to instantly give users access across multiple sites. Lisa Tubb, Senior Product Manager for Gallagher SMB, says, “Our customers love the Multi-Site functionality that forms part of our core feature set, which has made it easy to manage the security of multiple business sites from one central location. With this latest release we have furt...
RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in the mission-critical video for real-time decision support announced the appointment of a new Sales Director to cover Europe, Ken Pefkaros. As a 20-year veteran of the RGB Spectrum team, Ken is transitioning to this new role in marketing. Initially domiciled in San Francisco, he will be establishing a new office in Paris later in 2023. Ken's experience Ken has a wealth of experience within the industry and intimate knowledge of our product portfolio. H...
Ava Security, a unified service provider of cyber security and cloud video surveillance announced that Current Technologies, a provider of IT and video surveillance solutions in Illinois and Florida, is the company’s newest strategic partner. Physical security experts at Current Technologies can offer the Ava Cloud Video Security Solution as part of their portfolio of custom-tailored video surveillance systems. Ava’s complete cloud-based security platform, consisting of the Ava...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced it has been recognized as one of the World's 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights for the ninth year in a row. Evaluation criteria Companies on the Global 100 represent the world's top sustainability performers and are analyzed across 25 areas of performance, including sustainable revenue, capital expenditures, acquisitions, and research and development. Johnson Controls is rank...
Axis Communications is taking full advantage of the capabilities of Secure Logiq’s hardware and software to power various technologies on its booth at Intersec in Dubai. Secure Logiq equipment will be in action on booth S1-G14 to help Axis highlight the variety of solutions that it and its Technology Integration Partners (TIP) offer to tackle real-world applications. Servers and Logiqal CORE software Secure Logiq’s powerful servers which are purpose-built for HD surveillance will...
SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in enterprise identity security, announced it has acquired SecZetta, a provider of third-party identity risk solutions. With nearly half of today’s enterprises comprised of non-employees, organizations need to factor this growing group of identities into their approach to identity security. With SecZetta, SailPoint will be able to expand its capabilities to help companies gain better visibility into all types of identities, across both employee and...
2022 was a year of resilience for DNAKE. Following years of uncertainty and a global pandemic that has proven to be one of the most challenging events, they forged on and prepared to tackle what lay ahead. They've settled into 2023 now. What better time to reflect on the year, its highlights and milestones, and how they spent it with them? From launching exciting new intercoms to being listed as one of the Top 20 China Security Overseas Brands, DNAKE wrapped up 2022 stronger than ever before....
Comments by Dan Davies, CTO at Maintel: “Following the confirmed cyberattack on The Guardian, business leaders should take heed and implement the correct tools to protect their systems.” He adds, “It is imperative organizations put in place and update their security infrastructure constantly, as one chink in the armor could lead to a killer blow for the entire organization. Cyber criminals are continuously probing and looking for weaknesses and it only takes a single vulnerabi...
Intellian, a pioneering global provider of multi-constellation, feature-rich, future-proof satellite user terminal and communications solutions, and OneWeb, the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications company, announced the success of their joint over-the-air demonstration using Intellian’s flat panel technology. At Intellian’s Advanced Development Center (ADC) in Maryland, the demonstration showcased an integrated, small form-factor Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) user te...
iDenfy, a global ID verification, compliance and fraud prevention platform, partnered with Beera Station, a unique self-pouring beer machine network. The partnership with iDenfy will help onboard customers and stop minors from accessing the age-restricted service. Failing to comply with regulations can result in hefty fines, a damaged reputation, and closed doors on further opportunities for any business. As iDenfy officials explain, that is the reason why age-restricted services need to be pro...
Skyfire Consulting (Skyfire), the most trusted and experienced public safety UAS consulting group, announces it has officially partnered with AeroVigilance— A counter uncrewed aircraft systems (Counter-UAS) consulting and training company, devoted to helping people and organizations understand the risks posed by uncrewed aircraft, and finding solutions to enhance airspace awareness and security measures. This newly formed partnership brings decades of combined real-world experience in bot...
G4S Secure Solutions UK will create almost 100 jobs for those living near Suffolk, close to the Sizewell C nuclear plant. EDF has awarded a £4.3 million interim security contract to G4S. So far, over 50 residents have applied for positions or are in the process of onboarding, including the Contract Manager, James Self. James, who was born and raised in Suffolk, joined G4S in 2018 as a Security Training Manager at Hinkley Point C, in Somerset, before transferring to work at the Sizewell C...
Waterfall Security Solutions, the pioneer in OT cybersecurity, is pleased to announce a collaboration agreement with Yokogawa Electric Corporation, a provider of industrial automation and test and measurement solutions. This new collaboration will make Waterfall's Unidirectional Gateway cybersecurity products and technologies available to Yokogawa's customers globally. In a world where cyber threats to industrial operations continue to become more powerful and pervasive, making unidirectional p...
Hanwha Techwin, a pioneer in video surveillance products and solutions, announces a strategic partnership with NXGEN Technology AG, a Swiss-based start-up that focuses on scalable alarm and event management. In particular, the partnership will benefit monitoring stations where real-time event management and alerts are critical. Benefit monitoring stations Hanwha and NXGEN are already working together on several installations across Europe With the security landscape becoming ever more comple...
Chubb Fire & Security (‘Chubb’) is pleased to announce that, since the appointment of Andrew White as Chief Executive Officer earlier this year, it has significantly strengthened its Executive Leadership Team (‘ELT’) with a number of senior hires and internal promotions. The ELT has been established to provide greater levels of oversight to Chubb’s global sales and operational activity and to maintain its focus on its three key pillars of people, process and po...
ESA is pleased to announce its new VP of Advocacy and Public Affairs, Jake Braunger. With prior experience on the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Advocacy Team and many political campaigns throughout the country, Jake is eager to advocate and educate ESA members about legislation that will benefit the electronic security and life safety industry. “Many legislators aren’t aware of the details and challenges of our industry, which means you as security professionals...
Valeo, an automotive supplier, and partner to automakers worldwide, and C2A Security, a provider of automated cybersecurity solutions for connected, autonomous, and electric vehicles announced a strategic collaboration to enhance Valeo's cybersecurity offerings on their products in development and continuous operations. The new partnership addresses the industry's need for streamlined and efficient cybersecurity. Automated cybersecurity As cars become more software-centric and new automo...
HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced it has acquired Janam Technologies, a provider of handheld mobile computers and readers. The acquisition increases HID’s presence and relevance as a provider of smart credential issuance and reader solutions. “We welcome Janam to the HID family and look forward to leveraging their mobile reader technology to improve the event experience for millions of spectators around the world," said Björn Lidefelt, EVP and Head of HID,...
Detection Technology expands its manufacturing in Oulu, Finland, to offer a wider range of EU Origin products and to enhance customer experience. With the expansion, the company is better positioned to serve its European and American customers. The manufacturing in Oulu enables a faster service and delivery for customers outside Asia, and cost savings in US tariffs. Focus on end assembly and testing in Oulu The company will focus on the end assembly and testing in Oulu of specific product fam...
2022 has been a year full of development and innovation for Dahua. As a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, Dahua has launched various upgrades to its existing product portfolio as well as an artillery of new products and solutions that address specific needs/problems in society. Safety risks detection and response With key technologies such as AIoT, big data, and software, Dahua solutions enable families and businesses to detect and respond to safety and security r...
