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According to Regula’s survey, for more than a quarter (28%) of organizations around the world, compliance and legal requirements are the major reason for implementing an identity verification solution. The challenge is to find the right one, which is trustworthy and efficient, in whatever country or industry a company operates in. For Vaiie, a Jersey-based KYC solutions provider, this challenge turned out to be the starting point in creating a new, fully compliant online identity verifica...
Teledyne FLIR integrator Thermal Vision Research is working with a pioneering manufacturer of life-saving protective equipment for military applications, BCB International, to do exactly that. With 160 years of experience in developing protective technology, BCB International provides bespoke camouflage materials that conceal equipment and personnel across a spectrum of different wavelengths to ensure that secrecy and safety work as one. Precise insights vs prohibitive environments BCB tests...
Claroty, the cyber-physical systems protection company, has announced the global expansion of its FOCUS Partner Program, with the addition of several Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), including IBM, Rockwell Automation, NTT Data, eSentire and several others. Held at the highest level of qualification in the FOCUS Partner Program with extensive training and certifications, Claroty’s MSSP partners are uniquely equipped to help end user organizations improve their security posture...
The G4S Fire and Security team is working in partnership with award-winning building services contractor, Briggs & Forrester, on three large, high-profile real estate projects across the UK. Supply and install fire and life safety The Cocoa Works in York, 135 Park Street in London, and Phoenix in Leeds will provide a mix of residential, office, and retail space, and are being undertaken with sustainability and urban regeneration at the core. Operating in full support of these objectives, G...
Connectivity and convenience are key themes in the latest edition of the biennial Wireless Access Control Report. Using data gathered from a new survey of 400 security, facilities management, and IT professionals, the Wireless Access Control Report 2023 identifies trends that will shape this market and customers’ experience over the coming years. The Report was published by IFSEC Insider and includes expert contributions from analysts Omdia and Digital Access Solutions pioneers at ASSA AB...
Michael Arov will be the newly appointed Head of Cytek, announced by Cytek, with effect from 1st July. Michael Arov A trailblazer in cybersecurity innovation, Arov brings more than 25 years of experience, advising major corporates and governments on cybersecurity strategy, implementation, and architecture. He has designed cybersecurity ecosystems for critical infrastructure, national computer emergency response teams, sectorial security operations centers (SOCs), and cyber end-to-end solution...
Research has revealed summer is the second worst time of year for burglaries in the UK, with over 277,000 recorded. Crime and burglary rates Security experts at ADT have looked at government and ONS data to determine the crime and burglary rates for different police force areas in the UK. They also looked at these figures per quarter, to see which time of the year has the highest crime and burglary rates. Seasonal offenses Time of the year that burglary...
Detection Technology Plc has completed the acquisition of Haobo Imaging. Detection Technology acquired 90% of the shares in Haobo Imaging for EUR 12 million. The acquisition was financed with cash reserves and a term loan. Acquisition details The founders and management of Haobo Imaging will continue to hold 10% of the shares. Detection Technology intends to acquire the remaining shares in the future under the agreed terms. Apart from ordinary working capital items, no material liabilities w...
Hanwha Vision, a supplier of robust and reliable video surveillance products, has launched a new bi-spectrum AI camera range that provides visual and thermal views of an area, simultaneously. The TNM-C4940TD, TNM-C4950TD, and TNM-C4960TD are equipped with two lenses to generate a VGA thermal image and a 4K visual image. The thermal lens enables perimeter detection of suspicious activity even in low light, poor weather conditions, or when visual barriers, such as foliage block the area. The...
DSIT Solutions Ltd., a globally renowned provider of Underwater Defense and Security Solutions, has announced the appointment of Vice Admiral (Ret.) Eliyahu Sharvit as the company's President. DSIT specializes in advanced sonar systems and acoustics technologies for naval, homeland security, and energy manufacturers. As a subsidiary of RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., DSIT offers cutting-edge capabilities that are widely used around the world. Wealth of experience Eliyahu Sharvit brings...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup, and program for the 2023 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young leaders and those new to the security industry. AcceleRISE 2023 will take place Aug. 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. Conference Agenda AcceleRISE is an exciting, innovative conference created specifically for young security talent and designed to ignite new thinking, strengthen leadership and sharpen business acumen. Acc...
Zimperium, the only mobile-first security platform for mobile devices and mobile apps, released its highly anticipated Global Mobile Threat Report 2023. This year’s report reveals a continued growth toward mobile-powered business, along with the increasingly sophisticated security risks facing it, including spyware, phishing, and ransomware. The Global Mobile Threat Report 2023 examines the most important trends that shaped the mobile security landscape over the last year and d...
Johnson Controls, a pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced it has won the 2023 Microsoft Global Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Partner of the Year Award. "Our OpenBlue connected solutions run on Microsoft Azure and use the power of data to put smart, healthy, sustainable buildings within reach for businesses around the world," said Vijay Sankaran, chief technology officer at Johnson Controls. "From hospitals, universities, and schools to stadiums, airports, shi...
As internet protocols and cloud resources play a larger role in broadcast video workflows, production pioneers are identifying the technologies and processes that must be implemented to streamline operations. Eric Deniau, SVP of R&D at Vitec, offers his insights on the shifting trends and emerging challenges in the broadcast sector plus, the actions broadcasters should consider adapting to an increasingly competitive business landscape. The broadcast sector is an industry in transition Th...
Ajax Systems unveils WaterStop, a water shutoff valve with remote control. It helps to build a fully automated leak prevention system with professional security technology reliability. The device consists of a valve and a powerful electric actuator that shuts off the water automatically, by command from the Ajax app or a button pressed on-site. "Now Ajax goes beyond security, becoming a product in which more professionals — like electricians and plumbers — start to be inte...
Sustainability is a challenge that affects every person and organization on the planet. To help overcome this challenge, WithSecure™ (formerly known as F-Secure Business) has created a W/Sustainability program that commits it to operate as an ethical, equitable, and environmentally responsible global citizen. W/Sustainability is a program that embeds sustainability and transparency into WithSecure’s strategy and operations. The program was built based on surveys and in-depth intervi...
IDEMIA, the global pioneer in identity technologies and biometric solutions announces that it has been selected as the technology partner by GMR Group for DigiYatra. “DigiYatra” is an industry-led initiative coordinated by the Aviation Ministry in line with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Digital India vision to transform the nation into a digitally empowered society. Solution development and delivery Over the last one and a half years, IDEMIA has worked tirelessly along...
Hardware cybersecurity solutions pioneer - Flexxon announces the appointment of Erik Nilsen, PhD, as its Chief Technology Strategist. An industry veteran with almost three decades of experience, Erik will work closely with the Company’s executive management and Research and Development (R&D) team to design and deploy technological roadmaps for its value-driven cybersecurity innovations, with a focus on the US market. He will also advise on the Company’s ongoing work with its reg...
WeSuite, a manufacturer of award-winning sales management software for security technology sales and service providers, announces that Julie Sanders Rolles has joined the company in the role of Account Executive. Julie will serve as the primary sales contact for those interested in WeSuite’s QuoteAnywhere and the Site Survey sales software. She will focus on members of PSA Security, AiN Group, ESA, and the Resideo dealer network. Increasing business efficiencies WeSuite’s platfor...
Vigitron, Inc., the pioneering manufacturer of networking products designed for security applications, is pleased to announce that its Vi00103 NetMux™ has been awarded patent US-20220294654-A1. The Vi00103 is a cost-effective solution that enables the transmission of data and power to two IP/PoE devices over a single category cable. Since its introduction, the Vi00103 has been installed in tens of thousands of applications. Vi00103 NetMux™ "The Vi00103 is another testament to Vigi...
Innovative FinTech startup, Mia-FinTech, has partnered with the passwordless authentication platform, Futurae, to give their customers access to advanced authentication and authorization services for digital identity management. Addressing login errors Login errors account for over 50% of helpdesk tickets in the banking and financial services sector. Futurae addresses these challenges by offering a range of authentication options that comply with regulatory standards, streamlining the onboard...
The UK economy could secure a £31 billion boost from the widespread adoption of generative AI, according to new research from KPMG. The UK’s struggling economy could benefit from a much-needed £31 billion boost from the widespread adoption of generative AI, says the report. Generative AI According to the ‘Big Four’ firm, generative AI is set to increase UK productivity by 1.2 percent, the equivalent of an extra output of £31 billion a year in the UK economy...
LenelS2, the provider in advanced security systems and services, has released the latest version of its flagship access control and alarm monitoring system, OnGuard® Version 8.2. This new version empowers users to take advantage of a range of new value-added features and enhancements, including locked reader override functionality, third-party integration enhancements, customizable user-defined fields for alarm acknowledgement, additional cloud database support, and more. LenelS2 is a part...
Eleco plc, the AIM-listed specialist software provider to the built environment announces the acquisition of BestOutcome Limited, a UK Project Portfolio Management (PPM) SaaS provider. Buckinghamshire-based BestOutcome has developed PM3, the outcome-driven Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool, which allows organizations to run everything from large-scale business change programs to simple, stand-alone projects. Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool BestOutcome’s exi...
Distology, the specialist IT cybersecurity distributor, has announced a new strategic partnership with Vercara, a pioneering provider of cloud-based services that secure the online experience. Distology will become a distributor of Vercara’s UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect, and UltraWAF services to partners across the UK&I and Benelux regions. DDoS attacks From protection at the DNS level, where DDoS attacks and malware infiltration often occur, to the IP level where identity and reputat...
Qognify, part of Hexagon, a provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, announced the launch of Qognify VMS 7.3 and Umbrella 8.0. The latest iteration of Qognify’s video management software (VMS) adds intelligent support for investigation processes, while Umbrella 8.0 simplifies the management of VMS installations for partners. Qognify VMS 7.3 Qognify VMS 7.3 comes with a new forensic search tool named QogniFinder that significantly speeds up investigations for perso...
Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that the latest version of its SIP-based Sipelia™ Communications Management system is now integrated within the Genetec Mobile app. This means that security staff can now quickly make and receive audio/video calls, broadcast messages on PA speakers, and trigger standard operating procedures right from the Genetec app on their mobile phones. Sipelia...
Iris ID, the pioneer in Iris recognition technology for 25 years has been supporting the FBI since the initial pilot of the Next Generation Identification (NGI) Iris Service in 2014. The Iris Service affords law enforcement and criminal justice community economies of scale by utilizing highly efficient Iris biometric technology, which is fast, accurate, and contactless. As a biometric, Iris is regarded as the most accurate modality over either fingerprint or facial recognition and is second onl...
The most recent 10.9 version of NAKIVO Backup & Replication becomes available for download. The release adds several highly anticipated features that further improve the recovery and anti-ransomware capabilities of the solution. The diverse recovery options for different workloads and consistent support for cutting-edge technologies give the solution a competitive advantage and enable customers to protect critical data more efficiently and affordably. Maintaining security levels “T...
Huffmaster Management (Huffmaster), the provider of strike services, industrial staffing, travel services, healthcare staffing, security services, and more for Fortune 500 companies and mid-size companies, announces the internal promotion of Andrew Miller to Director of Technology Solutions within the company’s Protective Services Group. Miller’s promotion underscores Huffmaster’s commitment to pursuing and using virtual security technologies to augment the company’s tr...
