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Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT, together with the Förderkreis Deutsches Heer (FKH) is hosting this year's FKH Autumn Symposium, which will take place in Heidenheim on 23 and 24 October. The two-day event brings together representatives from politics, industry, research, and the military to exchange views on current trends and technologies in defense technology.  Current challenges and solutions The presentations will provide an option for detailed analysis and a skilled exchang...

Vantiva, a global technology pioneer enabling Network Service Providers to connect consumers worldwide, announced it has been selected by longtime partner e& UAE, the telecom arm of e& in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to deploy a new 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gateway in the country. Featuring the region's first eSIM installed on a customer premises equipment, the gateway allows for a simplified and OPEX-saving self-installation, letting the end-user activate the solution without...

Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division announced the award of two patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for technologies designed to improve incident management and emergency response. The newly patented solutions extend access to security video footage and enable secure data sharing across organizations, empowering public safety agencies, security personnel, and other responders to better protect communities. U.S. Patent No.12,010,389 U.S. Paten...

Robotic Assistance Devices Mobile, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., has attained the advanced achievement of Level 5 autonomous navigation, part of its development of ROAMEO Gen4 security robot. This breakthrough positions ROAMEO Gen4 as a fully autonomous solution capable of operating independently in diverse environments without human intervention while performing advanced human-like functionality. AITX’s subsidiary RAD-M ROAMEO Gen4...

Video wall specialists Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) has launched a new generation of its Lucidity controllers to meet the demands of modern security control rooms. The newly expanded range of controllers is faster and more powerful, using the very latest CPU (Central Processing Unit) processing power. Lucidity range The relaunched Lucidity range includes: A new WBC30 controller – a three-slot controller with an i9 processor, ideal for smaller systems requiring physical inputs. A...

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, announces the launch of LabZ, an innovative program dedicated to driving the future of security technology through rigorous testing, independent evaluation, and continuous improvement. Designed to be a center of collaboration for the security industry, LabZ is an unparalleled resource for the testing of emerging innovations, complex integrations, and system and device convergence. Enterprise security programs...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Scott M. Gross, facility security officer at Con Edison, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor recognizing excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. SIA will present Gross with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Scott Gross has over four decades of experience in security and fire protection. In his role at Con Edison, he has...

Matrix, a provider of advanced security and telecom solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the FSAI Suraksha Chakra on October 18th at the Maple Leaf Banquet, Jaipur. Comprehensive security portfolio This prestigious event will provide Matrix a platform to highlight its innovative IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom Solutions. Transforming Security and Communication with Cutting-Edge Solutions At the FSAI Suraksha Chakra 2024, Matrix will showca...

The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced its Public Key Open Credential PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 specification at GSX 2024. This is the culmination of a significant amount of work from some of the leading access control companies in order to achieve this milestone.  The 3.0 spec features enhanced cryptography, which supports all Bluetooth hardware. In addition, the spec has been optimized to reduce the time it takes to authenticate. Simplicity of PKOC Advantages of...

Verkada, the pioneer in cloud-based physical security announced Jonathon Dixon joins to lead its go-to-market teams and operations in Japan and Asia-Pacific (JAPAC). Dixon, who will lead Verkada's teams across its offices in Australia, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Singapore, will operate from its JAPAC headquarters in Singapore. Secure privacy solutions "In just one year, our customer base has grown by 72%, and this is only the beginning of our expansion in the JAPAC market," said Eric Sa...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced the launch of a new cloud-enabled, multi-modal version of its SecurOS® FACT (Faces As Credentials Technology) solution at MWC Las Vegas. Leveraging the industry-pioneering SecurOS® FaceX facial recognition technology, FACT enables organizations to turn their existing security infrastructure, including surveillance cameras and card readers, into a full-featured...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it has once again been recognized as the world pioneer in video management software (VMS) by two pioneering industry analysts, Omdia and Novaira Insights. According to Omdia’s 2024 Video Surveillance & Analytics Database Report, Genetec has retained its #1 global position in the VMS market while also ranking #1 globally in th...

Synerion USA Inc., a pioneering provider of Cloud-based Workforce Management Software, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Qumulex Inc., a fast-growing innovator in cloud-based video surveillance and access control solutions. This strategic acquisition strengthens Synerion’s portfolio, expanding its offerings into the growing security market. The integration of Qumulex’s capabilities will enhance Synerion’s offerings in the B2B technology space. Synerion&rsquo...

VIVOTEK, the global pioneering IP security solution provider, is proud to announce its integration partnership with Draper, Utah-based ProdataKey (PDK). VIVOTEK’s VORTEX cloud surveillance will integrate with PDK's access control solution to unlock a comprehensive view of physical security.  VORTEX cloud surveillance “PDK is a pioneering innovator of network cloud-based access control products and services who are dedicated to providing an efficient and seamless user experie...

Trade Show Executive (TSE) has named ISC West as The Greatest Trade Show of 2023 at the 2024 TSE Gold 100 Awards & Summit. This prestigious awards program recognizes trade shows across various industries that were the largest and most ahead of the curve in innovative approaches in 2023. The event celebrated not only the winners but also the robust recovery of the trade show industry since the pandemic. Innovative programming “The ISC West team is honored to be recognized as The Grea...

Advantech, a pioneer in AIoT, announces that it has finalized its acquisition on block shares of AURES Technologies SA, a French company renowned for its POS and Kiosk brands. On October 1st, 2024, Advantech has closed block trade of 1,430,381 shares from the major AURES shareholder and subscribed the first tranche of convertible bonds of EUR 2,500,000 of principal amount. Following this acquisition, AURES will operate under the new brand name “ADVANTECH-AURES”, reflecting the colla...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organizations keep their people and assets safe, has partnered with Genea, a smart building technology provider specializing in cloud-based security built on non-proprietary hardware. The partnership allows HiveWatch® GSOC Operating System (OS) customers to leverage the innovative solutions from Genea to strengthen their security posture across their organizations. Security management platform “The collaboration between...

Using TRENDS business intelligence software is as simple as pressing a red button. TRENDS has the flexibility to bring virtually any data stream into the cloud-based platform. This enables features for store comparisons, sales conversions, weather, and analytics such as dwell time data and traffic counting to be easily viewed and compared from any device anywhere, at any time. Actionable details Weighted results are displayed in an easy-to-read fashion, highlighting areas of interest within t...

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it will distribute USD 210 million in Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency as the second tranche of additional funding that the Biden-Harris Administration secured to protect faith-based institutions and nonprofit organizations against targeted attacks.  This funding will be made available in a Notice of Funding Opportunity to be published in late October. Priori...

Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 has concluded at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Presented by ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, the event offered discussion and idea exchanges for the global security community. Attendance exceeded projections, with 16,000 registrants from 86 countries along with approximately 500 exhibiting companies demonstrating the latest security solutions.  Attendees diversity "GSX...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Operations Center, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Center SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is specifically designed for security operations professionals and will revolutionize the way physical security teams collaborate, communicate, and m...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR solutions for physical security and industrial automation, proudly announces the launch of the Q-Vision™ F540 3D iToF LiDAR sensor. The Q-Vision solid-state family of sensors extends beyond Quanergy's acclaimed mechanical M-Series line to optimize automation processes across industries such as logistics and warehouse management, construction, and agriculture with our cutting-edge solid-state technology. Q-Vision F540 The F540 d...

Alcatraz AI, a global provider of frictionless, AI-powered biometric access control technology revolutionizing security through facial authentication announced a strategic partnership with CBORD, a provider of integrated technology solutions used on higher education and healthcare campuses across the country. Together, Alcatraz AI and CBORD will deliver a safer and more secure campus environment, protecting students, patrons, and staff. Frictionless access This partnership combines and levera...

Students of all ages are back in the classroom this fall and as they sit at their desks, in the cafeteria or outside, a reliable, comprehensive physical security ecosystem is pivotal. Whether it’s initiating a school-wide lockdown with one button, alerting school officials of a propped door or detecting vaping and bullying in bathrooms, Motorola Solutions’ technology - on display at GSX 2024 - is playing an essential role in school safety and security.  Access control te...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will showcase the latest version of its flagship unified security platform Security Center, as well as a range of cloud-ready solutions at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2024. Taking place from 1-3 October 2024 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, the sixth edition of the country's premier security trade fair will see Genetec at the forefront of dis...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, unveiled a range of product enhancements that deliver greater visibility and control for enterprises during its second annual customer conference, VerkadaOne. More than 1,600 IT and physical security pioneers gathered in Denver over three days to connect and learn about new solutions from Verkada that are empowering physical security pioneers to be more proactive and efficient than ever. Strategic investments "The power...

Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024, the annual conference of ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, closed on day two in Orlando, FL. Concluding the afternoon of Wednesday 25 September, the event features an extensive program with more than 200 education sessions, daily keynote speakers and general sessions, and a show floor with approximately 500 leading innovators from the security industry.  Prevalence of AI Tuesday&...

Ouster, Inc., a pioneering provider of high-performance lidar sensors for the automotive, industrial, robotics, and smart infrastructure industries, announced the integration of Ouster Gemini, its digital lidar perception platform, with Genetec™ Security Center, enabling customers to fuse lidar and video surveillance into a single interface for seamless security operations. Genetec is a global security management provider with over 42,500 customers and pioneering video surveilla...

MERON, Inc., a new entry in the cyber-physical security market offering next-generation Physical Identity and Access Management technology branded PIAM+, announced its strategic partnership with Valuber Security, a renowned systems integrator headquartered in Freehold, NJ. The new partnership accelerates Valuber Security’s customers’ and prospects’ introduction to MERON PIAM+, a next-generation enterprise-grade solution a comprehensive approach to managing and securing physica...

MERON, Inc., a new entry in the cyber-physical security market offering next-generation Physical Identity and Access Management technology branded PIAM+, proudly announces the appointment of Integral Security Consulting in Argentina, as a reseller partner. This strategic partnership expands MERON’s reach into the Latin American market, offering innovative security solutions to local businesses and enterprises. Innovative PIAM+ solution The new MERON PIAM+ is already gaining significant...