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Herta, a Spanish company specializing in facial recognition, video analytics and artificial intelligence, has successfully completed its participation in the first Regulatory Sandbox for Artificial Intelligence in the European Union, led by the Government of Spain through the State Secretariat for Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence. Herta has participated in this controlled testing environment with BioSurveillance, its high-performance video surveillance system based on facial recogniti...

Intercede, a trusted pioneer in identity and credentialing solutions for federal and enterprise customers, today announced that the latest version of its flagship product, MyID CMS 12.18, now supports an extended range of security keys and authentication devices from IDEMIA Public Security (IPS). This expanded integration marks a significant milestone in the complementary use of FIDO2 and PIV (Personal Identity Verification) authentication protocols. The latest IPS devices are the first solutio...

“We are pleased to bring Secutech Vietnam back to Hanoi, a key decision making hub for discussions around smart infrastructure and public safety in Vietnam,” said Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch. “As the one and only business platform in Vietnam with a long-standing presence across the security, fire safety, and smart building sectors, the show benefits from strong official support from the Ministry of Public Security and the F...

Seven-year contract worth £63 million to deliver digital development services for the UK’s electoral system. Atos, a foremost provider of AI-powered digital transformation and partner, technology transformation specialists Softwire, have been selected by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to deliver the full spectrum of development of Digital Elections Services (DES) portfolio. Delivering critical solutoins for citizens Michael Herron, Head of Atos U...

IDEMIA Public Security, the provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, announces that its Identity Proofing & Verification Solution successfully met 100% of all performance thresholds for Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) in the latest Remote Identity Validation Rally (RIVR) conducted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate. In a rigorous, independent evaluation designed to reflect real-world identity verification conditions, IDE...

IDEMIA Public Security, a global pioneer of secure and trusted biometric based solutions, and Trinsic, the foremost infrastructure provider for digital ID acceptance, announced a partnership to accelerate adoption of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) across the United States. Through this strategic partnership, Trinsic will serve as an acceptance layer for IDEMIA Public Security-issued mobile credentials, enabling organizations to securely and seamlessly accept mDLs online during onboarding...

Mike Cunningham CBE QPM is to start his new role as Chair of the SIA on 1 March 2026. Appointed by the Home Office, his term as Chair will run for 3 years. The Chair of the SIA is responsible for leading the Board in carrying out its responsibilities to deliver ministerial expectations and the strategic objectives of the SIA. The SIA Chair is responsible to the Home Secretary for the governance and performance of the SIA as an arm’s length body of the Home Office. Leadership experience...

HID and the National Council of School Safety Directors (NCSSD) are proud to announce that HID has underwritten 1,000 scholarships for the Foundations of School Security Leadership Certificate course. Through this initiative, which will continue throughout 2026, HID is reducing financial barriers that may limit access to essential training to help professionals learn how to protect schools against an emerging threat landscape while still maintaining an open and nurturing environment....

International Security Expo is thrilled to announce that it has appointed a new chair. Figen Murray OBE, initiator and lead campaigner for Martyn's Law, will be taking on the role effective immediately. As chair, Figen will help steer the future direction and growth of International Security Expo, whilst also ensuring it best serves the needs of the industry. She will also lead the Advisory Council that is comprised of an outstanding selection of the industry’s foremost experts, represent...

The Security Industry Authority is encouraging the public to stay vigilant and report issues to security this winter as part of its ‘Safe Season Together’ campaign. At the heart of the campaign is the recognition that public safety is a collaborative effort. As the festive period begins, the Security Industry Authority is reminding everyone of the important role they play in keeping themselves and others safe. Highlighting the need for those out and about in December and January to...

Reliable broadband connectivity is essential for emergency services and public protection and disaster relief (PPDR) organizations to coordinate responses, share real-time information, and maintain situational awareness during critical incidents. Frequentis, a global safety-critical solutions expert, and Lyfo, a Dutch network technology specialist, are entering into a strategic partnership to advance network connectivity over 4G/5G for safety-critical applications and enable high-capacity mobil...

The S12 Security Guarding Industry Leadership Group has announced the appointment of Paul Fullwood as its Chief of Staff, marking a significant step forward in the group’s mission to strengthen industry collaboration, shape policy, elevate standards and enhance public safety. The appointment follows the formation period for the S12, including the completion of an industry-wide consultation survey, the establishment of 15 distinct workstreams, and the opening of regist...

SOS Technologies, a pioneer in life safety and emergency communication solutions, announced that New York City has partnered with SOS to deploy its first of a kind “Emergency Alert System” (EAS) to help protect NYC public schools experiencing an active -safety threat. This innovative system enables direct, instant communication between schools and first responders, slashing notification times from minutes to under ten seconds. The new Emergency Alert System, created in partnership...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneer in professional security, public safety and medical applications, announced that it has signed an agreement with Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. to take over the wholesale and marketing functions for i-PRO products in the Japanese market, which are currently managed by Panasonic Connect. The transition is scheduled to be completed on March 31, 2026, following the necessary regulatory approvals. Advanced security products Since bec...

More than three-quarters of Americans (77.4%) believe gun detection technology should be deployed in schools, workplaces, and other public spaces, according to new survey data released now.  The national survey shows strong support for incorporating camera-based gun detection into existing video surveillance systems. Gun detection technology An overwhelming majority of parents (86%) said they would feel more confident sending their children to schools equipped with gun detection technolo...

ZE Government Solutions (ZEGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of AI-based gun detection pioneer ZeroEyes, launched ZeroEyes Aerial Detection Kit (ZAD), a portable, drone-based AI threat detection and intelligent situational awareness solution designed for public safety agencies.  The kit provides operators with a stand-alone drone solution that can be deployed in minutes from agencies' existing drone platforms to detect firearms, people, vehicles, drones, and maritime vessels. Rapid integrati...

Securitas UK has announced Daniel Slade has been appointed as the Regional Operational Lead for City Security Council London Group (CSC). With effect from 1 January 2026, Daniel will support in advancing the CSC’s mission of intelligence sharing, coordinated crisis response, and close partnership with the City of London Police. Alongside his new CSC responsibilities, Daniel continues to serve as Area Director for London within Securitas UK, where he has led multiple client sites through c...

At IACP 2025, at booth #1085, Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, will showcase its latest public safety solutions that help law enforcement agencies and security professionals unify operations, streamline investigations, and enhance situational awareness. Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to experience first-hand demonstrations of Genetec Cloudrunner™,  Citigraf™, and Clearance™, exploring how these solutions provide...

Just a few months after the release of RDID 1.0, Spotter Global is proud to announce the release of RDID 2.0. This sensor is for detecting and tracking FAA-compliant Wifi and Bluetooth drones as well as their pilots. Upholding the Spotter Global motto, “First to Detect, First to Protect™”, RDID 2.0 will empower law enforcement and security personnel with a cost-effective solution to reliably detect 90+% of drones in their airspace, with zero false alarms and swiftly reach the...

Blaize Holdings, Inc., an edge AI computing pioneer, announced that its edge AI platform will be deployed across more than 250,000 intelligent surveillance endpoints beginning in Q2 2025 and continuing through 2026 — supporting a national-scale transformation of real-time smart infrastructure across Southeast Asia through a scalable, hybrid AI deployment. The total value of the contracted purchase order is approximately $56 million, with $6 million in initial revenue expected to...

At a hearing on Sept. 16, 2025, Brett Feddersen, Chair of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Drone Security Subcommittee and vice president for strategy and government affairs at D-Fend Solutions, testified before members of Congress to discuss increasing risks from the misuse use of drones and give legislative recommendations for implementing a clear and comprehensive framework for the use of counterdrone technologies and operations across the United States. The hearing — “Unm...

SWEAR, a pioneer in digital content authenticity, announces that the SWEAR Security platform has been officially validated by ESI Convergent following a comprehensive evaluation of its capabilities. The validation solidifies the fact that SWEAR’s technology is at the forefront of security content integrity, particularly in the realm of real-time video surveillance, public safety, and critical incident response. Focused on SWEAR’s ability SWEAR preserves the digital DNA of each fil...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) announced that COPS Monitoring, a major provider of professional monitoring services in North America, has deployed the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) across its UL-listed monitoring stations. With this launch, COPS Monitoring joins an already extensive list of major alarm security firms using the ASAP Service. Today, ASAP is the only digital alarm solution standardized with all major alarm security firms nationwide.  Collectively, those companies...

3DX-Ray announces a contract for the sale of further ThreatScan®-AS1 systems to a Middle Eastern Law Enforcement Agency. This sale is a follow-on order to multiple similar systems already in service with the agencies EOD and search teams. The 3DX-RAY ThreatScan®-AS1(ISC) is a robust amorphous silicon portable X-ray inspection system. It comprises as standard a detector panel with an imaging area of 43cm x 35cm, a new high penetration 150kV generator, and a laptop along with batteries, c...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to report some of the brave acts its security professionals performed during the second quarter of 2025. “Security professionals go to work knowing that they may encounter unpredictable situations where fast, critical thinking is vital,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal global chairman and CEO. “I am honored that Allied Universal is consistently represented by heroic individuals who are abl...

The countdown to Euro Defense Expo (EUDEX) is on: from 22 to 25 September 2026, the new international trade fair for the defense industry will make its debut at Messe Essen. With one year still to go, more than 80 exhibitors from twelve countries have already registered, including Belgium, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine, and the USA. In addition, there will be several joint stands with regional and thematic focuses that promote exchange and networking within the industry. I...

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and the global pioneer in enabling thermal imaging innovation, has now announced ACSL, Japan’s pioneering drone manufacturer, as the newest collaborator in the Thermal by FLIR® program. This initiative supports the integration of Teledyne FLIR OEM thermal camera modules and provides go-to-market support for the resulting cutting-edge products. ACSL’s SAMO thermal features As part of the union, SAMO will also include...

Secutech Vietnam returns to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), reaffirming its position as a cornerstone event for Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. Running 14 – 16 August, 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions are showcasing the latest innovations across 13,000 sqm, including five featured pavilions and three specialized zones. Meanwhile, the show’s fringe program presents insights and cutting-edge solutions linked directly to Vie...

Shropshire organizations have received a £12,000 boost for their work with young people across the county from funds awarded by the county’s High Sheriff Fund and managed by the Shropshire Community Foundation. Former High Sheriff, Brian Welti and Shropshire Community Foundation have confirmed that 12 groups have been awarded grants with Telford-based international security company DeterTech being one of the main contributors to the fund. Safety and crime prevention DeterTech&rsqu...

Matrix Comsec, a globally renowned provider of indigenous Security and Telecom solutions, concluded a successful showing at the 10th International Police Expo 2025, held in New Delhi, India. This marquee event brought together top-level decision makers from the Police, Army, Military, and Homeland Security forces across 25+ countries. At the core of Matrix’s participation was its commitment to secure, cyber-resilient, and STQC (ER)-certified technologies, all conceived, designed, and manu...