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Feenics has announced that its Keep by Feenics cloud-hosted access control platform is now certified and approved for government and federal agency use in Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentialing and Physical Access Control Systems (PACS). FIPS 201-2 Evaluation Testing Feenics attained its listing on the GSA Approved Products List (APL) for all versions of Keep after completing the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201-2 Evaluation (sometimes called FICAM) Testing Progra...

Due to the escalating coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd and ABEC Exhibitions and Conferences P Ltd, have decided that Secutech India will not take place in 2020. The decision is the result of travel restrictions and strict social distancing guidelines currently in place across India, and a lack of availability at the fair’s venue – the Bombay Exhibition Centre – during an appropriate time later this year. The fair will take place...

Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has announced that Firmware Vault, the industry’s first camera firmware update service developed by an open architecture VMS vendor, now supports cameras from Axis, Bosch, and Panasonic, in addition to existing support for Hanwha Techwin cameras. Firmware Vault Designed to help IT administrators and systems integrators stay up to date with the latest...

Knightscope, Inc., a renowned developer of advanced physical security technologies utilizing fully autonomous robots focused on enhancing U.S. security operations, has announced that it has created and deployed numerous COVID-19 Public Safety Announcements across its fleet of Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs). Knightscope’s clients are effectively all considered ‘essential services’ (law enforcement agencies, hospitals, security teams, etc.), so the company has been hard at wo...

Developing Solutions, Inc. dsTest release 5.4 is available to all current customers with active support agreements. It is available for downloading from the Developing Solutions secure support website. All features available in v5.3 are carried forward into v5.4 as is their continued support for and development of comprehensive 3G, 4G, and 5G core network test solutions. Enhancements for this release are focused on user data features and performance as well as the mobility between 4G and 5G usi...

OPTEX, the globally renowned provider of outdoor detection technology solutions, has announced the release of its latest QX Infinity Series (QXI), a family of high or low mount outdoor PIR and dual-technology sensors that provide a 120° wide and 40ft detection area. Quad-Element technology The QXI Series features OPTEX's advanced Quad-Element technology, which provides highly reliable detection performance within a compact and sleek design, fit for any residential or commercial application...

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is again arming members, and the industry, through the COVID-19 crisis. This time, with free online sales training and resources. ESA has teamed with its Choice Service Provider, Braveheart Sales Performance, to deliver industry-specific online sales training and resources. A webinar on the topic was offered to the industry at large (an on-demand recording can be found on ESAweb.org). Throughout the session, Gretchen Gordon, Sales Team Development Exper...

Researchers at Check Point have identified a growing trend for a new ransom-ware tactic. In what researchers call “double extortion,” the new tactic involves threat actors adding an additional stage to a ransom-ware attack: prior to encrypting a victim’s database, hackers will extract large quantities of sensitive information, threatening the publication of it unless ransom demands are paid, placing more pressure on victims to meet the demands of threat actors. To prove the va...

Panasonic has announced the release of its new i-Pro Extreme U-Series of network security cameras. This new range of thirteen indoor and outdoor security cameras add a cost effective entry-to-mid-level range to the Panasonic line-up while maintaining the high performance, visibility and reliability that customers expect. i-Pro Extreme U-Series cameras The U-Series offers a wide selection of cameras with dome and bullet designs, varifocal and fixed lens options, Full HD and 4MP, along with vand...

Privitar, globally renowned data privacy platform provider, has announced that the Privitar Data Privacy Platform is now available in AWS Marketplace, a digital catalog with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Data security and provisioning Privitar’s availability in AWS Marketplace makes it easier for customers to start using software designed to protect se...

Digital Watchdog (DW), globally renowned provider of digital recorders, surveillance cameras and related management software, has announced the availability of the DW University Online Learning Portal. DW University Online Portal The new website includes a wealth of product and sales training content presented in learning modules that users can complete at their discretion. Registration is free, as are training classes. Certification courses require an annual subscription. However, through Apr...

SonicWall has announced a modern Boundless Cyber security model designed to protect and mobilize organizations, large enterprises, government agencies and small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) operating in a ‘new business normal.’ “What we are seeing is a heroic undertaking by organizations to quickly and efficiently provide security for an unexpected rise in a remote, mobile workforce that will permanently change the way they operate,” said SonicWall President and C...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Limited announces intelligent video solutions that can help the NHS, and key businesses in the UK supply chain, to protect front-line staff and property as part of the UK’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. High-temperature is one of the primary symptoms of COVID-19. Konica Minolta’s low-cost and easy-to-install thermal detection systems (part of its Intelligent Video Solutions) are able to quickly, unobtrusively and accurately detect elevated...

Panasonic i-PRO U.S. Intelligent Surveillance, a division of the recently formed Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd., has recently entered into a technology partnership with Wireless CCTV LLC (WCCTV) to offer high performance wireless transmission solutions over state-of-the-art 4G LTE networks. The reciprocal agreement enables authorized Panasonic i-PRO systems integrators and reseller partners to integrate WCCTV wireless solutions for delivery to their customers, and for WCCTV to offe...

FIBARO, a global manufacturer of smart home wireless systems, along with internationally renowned access control solutions provider SALTO Systems, announced that it has added SALTO Danalock V3 Smart Locks to deliver the best and smartest all-around solutions for home security. SALTO Danalock V3 Smart Locks The new technology will allow FIBARO users to incorporate SALTO Danalock V3 Smart Locks into their smart home ecosystem, allowing electronic access control from a mobile application and remo...

Sielox LLC has further expanded the integration of its vast access control and emergency notification solutions with Allegion US to include the new enhanced Schlage NDE wireless lock featuring an Interior Push Button (IPB) which can easily lock a classroom door from the inside. Sielox is the first to complete the integration to include this new generation of Schlage NDE wireless locks, providing schools with enhanced security and greater control in emergency situations. Schlage NDE Wireless Loc...

Antaira Technologies, a globally renowned developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications, is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial networking family with the introduction of the LMP-2602G-SFP and LMX-2602G-SFP Series rackmount Ethernet switches. Ethernet switches Antaira Technologies’ LMP-2602G-SFP and LMX-2602G-SFP series are industrial-grade equipment that is Ethernet ready...

Boon Edam Inc., globally renowned provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has published a new guide for security professionals. Entitled, “Closing the Security Gap”, the guide addresses the risks of failing to secure entry points across a facility, as well as strategies and best practices for mitigating unauthorized entry. By understanding how to secure a building’s entrances, professionals can implement a complete physical security plan that truly pr...

Guidepost Solutions, a global renowned company in compliance, investigations and security consulting, has announced the establishment of its National Security Practice and the promotion of former Senior FBI National Security Official, Stephanie Douglas to President of the division. The group will assist companies and law firms in managing and meeting the challenges of complying with the ever-growing and complex array of government regulation in key areas including the Committee on Foreign Inves...

Since November 2019, when Vaion announced the general availability of Vaion vcore - the company’s video management system (VMS) - 8bh have sought to update their product with features that would make security operators and administrators more proactive, accurate, and faster than ever before. The company has launched vehicle tracking, a tool that highlights them on maps in real-time. Next, they have integrated vcore with communication tools like Slack, Webex Teams, Google Hangouts (and mor...

MOBOTIX technology partner, TecTradeSolution GmbH has developed a solution based on MOBOTIX thermal camera that detects abnormalities in body temperature regardless of the ambient temperature, wind or other environmental influences. Temperature detection The technology has already been successfully used since 2016 to detect temperature abnormalities in chemical reactors in outdoor areas. “With the modification, it is now possible to detect body temperature abnormalities more reliably. T...

Allied Universal, a globally renowned security and facility services company based in North America, is seeking to hire more than 30,000 security professionals and administrative staff to fill positions located throughout the nation over the next two months. In spite of the uncertainty that COVID-19 has caused, there are still many industries, such as security services, that are currently hiring to fill essential roles. Business safety and continuance Allied Universal is offering regular and t...

DICE Corporation is offering four months of free PBX call forwarding for the alarm and security industry as part of the company’s support efforts during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. This offer is available to any central stations, dealers, and proprietary monitoring centers at no cost. Implementation for PBX call routing The implementation for PBX call routing is simple. Using an existing legacy PBX, this tool mirrors the functionality of a desk phone on a personal smartphone or so...

uSecureProp LLC wants to make security monitoring companies a thing of the past. The Jacksonville-based company recently received a U.S. patent for a simple and elegant self-monitoring solution that attaches to any existing home or business alarm system. It uses the customer’s own Wi-Fi to send security-related alerts directly to a smartphone. Self-monitoring solution This process eliminates the need for an alarm monitoring company, which is nothing but a middleman, by performing this fu...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announces that it is making its digital evidence management system, Genetec (Clearance), available free of charge to any organization looking to efficiently share digital evidence, from wherever they are. Genetec Clearance allows organizations to manage and distribute media and files from surveillance systems, body cameras, cellphone footage from bystanders and witnesses, and...

ACRE brands, Vanderbilt and ComNet have announced the release of an Online Events and Learning page on their website. The launch of this new resource is in response to the current postponement of tradeshow events amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Outlining what visitors to the Online Events and Learning page can expect, Ross Wilks, Head of Marketing Communications, Vanderbilt Industries explains “Our commitment is to make the customer’s security journey the best possible experience and...

Nutanix, a provider of enterprise cloud computing, announced that it has been named by Gartner, Inc. as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice for Hyperconverged Infrastructure. This is the second year that Nutanix has been recognized as a Customers’ Choice. “At a time when many organizations are struggling with the day-to-day realities of running a business remotely, we are continuing to focus on our customers by delivering an IT infrastructure that is invisible and a...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions has released the full conference agenda for Genetec Connect’DX, the company’s first virtual trade show taking place April 20th to April 22nd, 2020. Genetec Connect’DX Focused on technology, innovation and the challenges affecting the physical security industry, Connect’DX will offer a virtual meeting place for an...

Following a reported 50 per cent surge in construction crime rates since the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown, the industry is being urged to tighten security measures to defend sites from opportunistic criminals. Increase in security incidents  The Construction Equipment Association (CEA) announced the significant increase in raids on vehicles and sites and theft of plant equipment and tools, which is in stark contrast to overall crime rates, which dropped by up to 40 per cent in March ....

As organizations continue to connect their infrastructures, wireless connectivity remains a critical piece of their strategy. To meet the growing demand for wireless connectivity in the most challenging environments, Cisco Systems is announcing its intent to acquire Fluidmesh Networks, a privately-held, US-based security company renowned for providing wireless backhaul systems. Fluidmesh’s technology will compliment Cisco’s robust industrial wireless portfolio, providing reliable and...