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Carlisle Support Services announces the appointment of Vinny Singh as Managing Director for Security and Events North, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues to expand its footprint across the region. With more than two decades of experience leading national security operations, Vinny brings extensive expertise in operational delivery, risk management, and client partnership across both public and private sectors. Known for his people-first approach and focus on servi...

Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security has been recognized as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2025. The Top 50 was created by LDC, the private equity investor that is part of Lloyds Banking Group, in partnership with The Times. Now in its eighth year, the program continues to celebrate the drive and ambition of Britain’s best and brightest entrepreneurs. This year the program received almost 700 nominations, showcasing the exceptional individuals tha...

Inter-Con Security has won the coveted Outstanding Contract Security Company award this year, given out by the OSPAs at GSX. "The company is honored to have been recognized by the security industry as the top security guarding company at this year's OSPAs Award Ceremony," said Henry Hernandez, President and CEO of Inter-Con Security. Founded in 1973 by U.S. Army Veteran and retired LAPD Detective Lt. Enrique "Hank" Hernandez, Inter-Con has nearly tripled in size over the past three years to be...

Magenta Security Services is pleased to announce that Managing Director - Abbey Petkar has been selected as a candidate for the S12, a new leadership group for the security sector. Abbey’s record in environmental stewardship, ESG performance, and community investment makes him a strong fit for the role and its focus on responsible industry leadership. Voting for the S12 opened at 10 am on Tuesday 23 September 2025 and is available through the dedicated microsite at website. Only ACS-appro...

Allied Universal, the world’s major security and facility services company, has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers by State (2024), ranking in the top 100 for Arizona, Georgia, New Jersey and North Carolina. “Being named to Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Best Employers by State is an incredible honor,” said Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. “This recognition reflects our commitment to creating meaningf...

Allegion US, a foremost provider of security solutions, technology and services, has introduced the Outdoor Defense (OUT) option for 98/99 exit devices, the first Von Duprin product designed to protect device functionality in outdoor conditions, providing the reliability, quality and function expected from Von Duprin. Authority comments "As the demand for reliable security solutions in outdoor environments continues to grow, we're excited to introduce the Outdoor Defense option for Von Duprin...

AURA, a life-saving technology platform making emergency response services more accessible and affordable, has raised a €13.5 million Series B funding round co-led by the Cathay AfricInvest Innovation Fund (CAIF) and Partech. This latest round, which brings AURA’s total funding to €21 million, will fund the company’s expansion into the United States and the development of a global “clearing house” to dispatch emergency response without borders.  Emergency...

Sielox, the established industry leader in layered access control solutions, is reminding access control administrators to conduct a spring cleaning of their access control system using the System Clean Up Utility feature exclusively available in the Sielox Pinnacle™ Access Control Platform. The System Clean Up Utility performs a fast and thorough cleanup of invalid or outdated access control data, resulting in better system management and security. Words from Sielox President Pinnacle'...

NordVPN, an innovative cybersecurity company, now includes essential identity theft recovery coverage in its cyber insurance benefits for customers in the United Kingdom. This ID theft recovery coverage complements the scam loss recovery protection that the company already offers through partnerships with select insurance providers. Cyber insurance benefits are included in the NordVPN Ultimate bundle subscription plan at no additional cost. This plan also features the NordVPN virtual priva...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using patented intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, recently gathered law enforcement officials to its headquarters for a special invitational lunch-and-learn event. The function exemplifies Elite’s multifaceted mission to strengthen private-public partnerships by educating officers on how remote guarding directly prevents crime and protects properties in real-time, eliminates false alarms, boosts law...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced that the Honorable Michael Evanoff joins the company as its Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Strategic Advisor. A distinguished security expert with experience in the public and private sectors, Evanoff will advise Verkada's customers and partners on best practices for enterprise security, executive protection, and risk mitigation. His addition to the team reinforces Verkada's commitment to providing...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its first acquisition of 2025, with McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems (MGV) becoming the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. Run by industry specialists and service business experts, Ranger brings together high-quality fire and security (F&S) businesses in partnership to share industry expertise, resources and boost cross-selling opportunities. Fire protection services North-West-based F&S business MGV has a h...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) welcomed the news that the SIA is to come under the portfolio of the Minister of State for Security, Dan Jarvis, in the Home Office. In a joint statement issued now, Heather Baily, Chair of the SIA and Michelle Russell, Chief Executive of the SIA, said: "We very much welcome this move as it ensures that both functions of the SIA, which include the existing regulation of the private security industry and the new Martyn’s Law regulator function, complem...

The Security Skills Board, a committee of senior security industry pioneers, brought together over 60 industry professionals at The Shard to present the next steps in their mission to support skills development and ambitions for security to be a profession of choice. The Board, now a Community Interest Company (CIC) includes Chair Jason Towse, and Deputy Chair Adrian White of Carlile Support Services. They shared proposals to launch a Security National Skills Academy and as part of this, devel...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, is excited to announce the launch of the 2024B Z-Wave Specification package as well as the introduction of a new Accelerator Membership Level aimed at empowering startups and young companies in the IoT ecosystem. These initiatives demonstrate the Alliance’s ongoing commitment to innovation, collaboration, and ensuring interoperability in the IoT market. Z-Wa...

Research from Optalysys, a company enabling the future of secure computing through the acceleration of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) technology, has found that growth is being held back at UK financial services firms due to concerns over data security.  Data security concerns A survey of over 250 IT decision-makers (ITDMs) working in the financial services sector, conducted by Obsurvant and commissioned by Optalysys, revealed that 70% of ITDMs believe their firm’s growth i...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Uhlmann & Zacher GmbH (Uhlmann & Zacher), a German supplier of access control handles and knobs and corresponding software. "I am very pleased to welcome Uhlmann & Zacher to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to add complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Electronic locking systems "We are thrilled to welcome Uhlmann & Zacher to ASSA ABLOY. With over 30 year...

Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with new Do Not Disturb (DND) models. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks prevent interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for people’s comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks are particularly suitable for private spaces such as meeting rooms, consulting rooms, toilets and changing rooms. Locks Do Not Disturb feature The locks Do Not Disturb feature is activa...

IDEMIA India Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of IDEMIA, a global pioneer in cryptography and biometric technologies, proudly announces its collaboration with Microsoft in India to introduce an in-depth industry-demand technology skills development initiative aimed at empowering underserved youth with globally recognized cloud and AI certifications. In-depth skilling program IDEMIA India Foundation runs an in-depth skilling program focused on bridging the digital and e...

Omnilert, a pioneer in gun detection technology released its compilation of Gun Violence Statistics for 2024 summarizing gun violence tragedies and their adverse effects on Americans and the economy. 2024 gun violence statistics While research showed a decrease in overall deaths and injuries, the rising number of school shootings and fatalities and a high number of mass shootings underscored the need to keep more people safe in schools as well as places of worship, healthcare, government,...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in physical security entrance products, announces the launch of its innovative Speedlane Compact Platform. This modular platform, designed for the Lifeline Speedlane Compact Optical Turnstile, offers a groundbreaking solution for facilities seeking advanced entry control while preserving existing floors. Modern entry solutions “Preserving architectural integrity is a priority for many historical and high-design buildings,” said Patrick Nora, Presid...

Acre Security, a global pioneer in providing cutting-edge security platforms, is proud to announce the acquisition of REKS, a transformative purpose-built, generative AI solution designed for access control environments. This strategic deal marks a significant step forward in Acre’s mission to drive innovation and redefine the future of security technology. AI into security  Developed by Adam and Jeff Groom - who joined Acre to drive its newly established AI Development Team in the...

IDEMIA Public Security North America, the provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, in partnership with the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), is proud to announce the launch of the next generation of mobile ID (MID) in the state. West Virginia residents will have access to enhanced security and convenience when presenting their ID for airport security screening, age-restricted products, and other identity checks. West Virginia mID app The West Virginia mID app, a...

GroupBy Inc., a SaaS-based eCommerce search and product discovery pioneer, has partnered with adCAPTCHA, a cutting-edge security verification platform to elevate digital customer experiences by combining robust security measures with highly personalized product discovery shopping experiences. Bots Bots pose a significant threat to eCommerce businesses, accounting for half of global web traffic and costing millions of dollars daily in fraudulent activity. These malicious bots can manipulate se...

IDScan.net, the pioneer in AI-powered identity verification technology, proudly announces a year of significant growth in 2024.  This success has been driven by product innovation, increased efficacy in the detection of fake IDs, strategic hires, and the establishment of new partnerships, further solidifying IDScan.net’s position as a pioneer in ID scanning and identity verification.  Flagging fake and synthetic iDs The organization has capitalized on growing ID fraud across a...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its Gun Violence Research Center has released its Holiday Gun Incidents in Retail Facilities Report, identifying a disturbing trend involving gun-related violence in US retail locations. The research shows that, during the 2022 and 2023 holiday seasons, from Black Friday to New Year’s Eve, retail settings includ...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has launched its winter safety campaign, urging people to ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’. The initiative is aimed at fostering public awareness of shared responsibilities in keeping public spaces safe. Importance of teamwork The online campaign emphasises the importance of teamwork in public safety, encouraging the public, security professionals, and businesses to collaborate by staying vigilant and reporting anything unusual to licensed security...

Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the appointment of Oliver Newbury to its Board of Directors. Newbury brings a wealth of experience and insights as a global cybersecurity executive and advisor for some of the largest multinational enterprises.  Oliver Newbury Oliver Newbury’s guidance will help inform Immersive Labs’ business strategy and innovation. The company, whose mission is to give workforces the human edge over cyber threat...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) mounted a series of coordinated, surprise operations across England to tackle suspected security license fraud, labor exploitation, and immigration offenses. SIA investigators launched the day of action on 31 October in partnership with Home Office Immigration Enforcement targeting 11 locations spanning the length and breadth of the country. Section 22 of PSIA Two people were arrested by Home Office Immigration Enforcement (HOIE) officers for ov...

Apricorn, the manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB drives, announces new findings from its annual survey and FoI (Freedom of Information) requests, revealing a concerning disregard for cyber insurance across both public and private sectors. Despite the escalating risks of ransomware, phishing, and insider threats, many organizations, including government entities, remain unprepared for cyber incidents, with inadequate backup strategies and a lack of cyber insura...