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Gunnebo Entrance Control will be exhibiting its latest entrance control technologies at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, offering smart solutions designed to enhance safety, streamline entrance control, and support diverse operational needs. Visitors can find Gunnebo Entrance Control at Booth 28061, where an extensive range of entrance control innovations will be showcased. Advanced touchless technology Gunnebo Entrance Control’s portfolio also features high-security booths such as the motor...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced the release of its annual Gun Violence Report, offering a deep dive into the landscape of gun-related incidents across the United States. This analysis extends beyond mass fatality events, providing a more nuanced understanding of when, where, and why shootings occur. Additional trends of the report The report uncovers a...

Market pioneer in window intercom and assistive listening systems, Contacta Inc., has bolstered its presence in the market with new distribution deals.  The Florida-based company has established partnerships with several major retailers serving the security markets. assistive listening technology Contacta Inc. has been manufacturing, specifying and distributing assistive listening technology through its network of dealers in North America for the past 17 years. Its range of window interc...

Indonesia is set to host the most anticipated 10th NXT CX-DX Summit & Awards which will explore the intersection of Customer Experience (CX) and Digital Transformation, bringing together industry pioneers, innovators, and decision-makers to discuss strategies for driving business growth in the digital age. Scheduled on the 11th of February 2025 at JW Marriott in Jakarta, Indonesia the summit will feature insights from global thought pioneers, successful case studies, and practical strategie...

Saudi Arabia is set to host the highly anticipated BIGBOX KSA 2025, a Global retail & e-commerce series, an exclusive event bringing together thought pioneers, innovators, and stakeholders shaping the future of retail and e-commerce in the Kingdom and beyond. Scheduled to take place on the 18th of February 2025 in Riyadh, KSA, this landmark conference will provide a platform to explore transformative trends, cutting-edge technologies, and strategies driving growth in the digital marketplace...

Rhombus, a pioneer in cloud-managed physical security, announced the launch of three new additions to its AI portfolio that transform how organizations search, analyze, and respond to security events. Powered by the release of Rhombus Faces 2.0, combined event search, and a new ChatGPT integration, these AI-powered tools enable security teams to instantly locate specific incidents through natural language queries and automation—dramatically reducing investigation time and improving r...

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,...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces its final 2024 year-end results have again shattered the company’s previous high-water marks. Elite’s industry-pioneering remote guarding services are having an extraordinary impact on preventing crimes, as documented by achieving more than double the voice-down command center interventions since 2021 and teaming with law enforce...

ISC West, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), unveiled its 2025 Keynote Series. Featuring a powerhouse lineup of experts in cybersecurity, retail security and leadership, each keynote will offer invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities transforming the field of security. “We’re honored to present such a remarkable array of thought leaders at ISC West 2025,” said ISC Event Vice President - Mary Beth Shaughnessy,...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider of security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has identified key security and technology trends that will shape retail and restaurant security in 2025. As threats evolve and technology accelerates, Interface anticipates a convergence of AI, advanced video analytics, and smarter monitoring solutions to drive more proactive and efficient business security systems. Growing sophistication of reta...

ISC West, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), unveiled its 2025 Keynote Series. Featuring a powerhouse lineup of experts in cybersecurity, retail security, and leadership, each keynote will offer invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities transforming the field of security.  Actionable strategies "We're honored to present such a remarkable array of thought pioneers at ISC West 2025," said Mary Beth Shaughnessy, ISC Eve...

Wavestore, a global provider of video management solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Jeff Wood as Vice President of Sales for North America. Jeff Wood Bringing over 30 years of experience in the security industry, Jeff is set to lead Wavestore’s expansion across the region with his proven expertise in integrated, client-centric security solutions. His leadership will drive initiatives such as enhancing partner collaborations, introducing advanced AI-powered analyti...

IDIS will showcase its expanded range of video surveillance technologies at Intersec 2025 (14-16 January, Dubai World Trade Center). New products and end-to-end solutions will be ideal for a broad range of regional applications, from critical infrastructure and large-scale developments to commercial applications, including hospitality, leisure, retail, and banking.   New IDIS offerings The latest offerings from IDIS, the largest manufacturer of trusted South Korean-made video tech,...

Cequence, a pioneer in API security and bot management, unveiled new insights from its CQ Prime threat research team that underscore the growing cyber threats targeting the global retail sector during the holiday season. The research reveals that businesses could face average potential losses of £2.02 million ($2.58 million) per hour throughout December due to malicious bot traffic and fraud attempts. Cequence’s UAP platform Drawing on billions of real transactions and attack data...

Awards continue to roll in for a Midlands company that has disrupted the access management industry with its innovative and highly secure key safes. The Key Safe Company, based in Worcester, won Business Innovation of the Year at the North Worcestershire Business Awards for its ark Tamo Pro–a robust key safe able to store keys at the point of need and, with its unique QR code technology, allow vital property information right there on site for authorized visitors. This type of cutting-edg...

Ipsotek, an Eviden company and global pioneer in AI Computer Vision solutions, has announced that Spark New Zealand, the country’s largest telecommunications and digital services provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Ipsotek and launched Spark AI Vision - an advanced AI Computer Vision platform designed to transform workplace safety, retail intelligence, and security operations across New Zealand businesses. This partnership combines Spark's digital infrastructure expertise...

MOBOTIX has launched the “MOBOTIX Store”, a new online shop that enables partners and customers to easily browse and purchase MOBOTIX’s entire product range. With the new store, MOBOTIX aims to significantly simplify access to its products and streamline the entire ordering process for its partners. All hardware and software products are included at launch through a user-friendly interface, showcasing the whole MOBOTIX lineup.  Customize to preferences - Order online Th...

Recognizing the growing demand from chain enterprises to boost operational efficiency through cloud security solutions, the global pioneering security solution provider - VIVOTEK (3454-TW) has announced a partnership between its AI-Powered cloud surveillance platform, VORTEX, and Kabob, a startup providing one-stop cloud management solutions for retail stores.  This collaboration aims to revolutionize retail management, initially targeting the US, Japan, and Taiwan markets, benefiting over...

Gunnebo Safe Storage, a global pioneer in secure storage solutions, has launched its latest downloadable white paper, "Are Luxury Retailers Equipped to Handle the Escalating Threat of Sophisticated Retail Crime?" This in-depth report explores the unique security challenges luxury retailers face amid a sharp rise in theft and organized retail crime, offering innovative strategies to protect high-value merchandise without compromising the exclusive customer experience. Luxury retailers are under...

IDEMIA Public Security North America, a pioneering provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, has announced a partnership with Kudelski IoT, a division of the Kudelski Group and a global pioneer in digital security. This collaboration aims to enhance fraud prevention and regulatory compliance in the automotive retail industry by leveraging IDEMIA’s Identity and Verification (ID&V) technology. IDEMIA’s ID&V solution Kudelski IoT will deploy IDEMIA’s ID&...

Hikvision has hosted its 2024 HikTech Star Tour in Hangzhou, China. Over 100 tech talents from around the globe have gathered for a three-day immersive experience aimed at exploring cutting-edge innovations, sharing insights, and building a vibrant global tech community under the theme "Connecting Stars for Brilliance." In the months pioneering up to the event, Hikvision sparked a wave of creativity on global social media through the HikTech Star Show, encouraging tech enthusiasts worldwide to...

Invicti Security announces Kevin Gallagher’s return to the company as President. Gallagher brings over 20 years of experience working with a range of established organizations like Brinqa, Sun Microsystems, and BeyondTrust. Gallagher most recently held the position of CEO of Cososys, a data loss prevention software provider, where he helped lead the company to a profitable exit. Previously, he served as Chief Revenue Officer at Netsparker, Acunetix, and Invicti, where he managed global sa...

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is kicking off ISC East 2024 in New York with a strong presence. At Booth #425, attendees can explore its comprehensive lineup of advanced surveillance solutions, including the scalable IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS and a wide range of AI-powered, NDAA-compliant video surveillance technologies. Designed to excel across key sectors such as banking, retail, education, and critical infras...

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...

Hikvision successfully hosted its 2024 Shaping Intelligence Summit from October 28 to 31, in Hangzhou, China. During the summit, Hikvision and its global partners explored the latest innovations in AIoT (AI-powered Internet of Things) and highlighted the importance of industry collaborations in building a better world through technology. Future with AIoT technologies Hikvision is at the forefront of AIoT technologies, always pushing the limits of hardware skit Hikvision is at the forefront o...

A leading security company has issued a warning to commuters after a worrying rise in theft and antisocial behavior at train stations. Kingdom Security, who provide a range of security measures including security personnel to a wide range of sites across the country are becoming increasingly concerned about a rise in theft at several train stations and are asking regular commuters to remain vigilant. Shoplifting offences According to the ONS, England, and Wales reached a new 20-year high with...

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...

Detection Technology, a global pioneer in X-ray detector solutions, has expanded its global footprint by establishing a service and production facility in greater Delhi, India.  This move is designed to enhance customer experience by offering local service, quicker response and delivery times, and cost-effective solutions, all while maintaining the company’s high standards of quality. Range of modular detector "We are excited to expand our operations into the growing Indian market...

Matrix SARVAM UCS is an enterprise-grade (SME and ENT) Unified Communication solution that offers collaboration, communication, messaging, and mobility. It brings diverse users from multiple locations to a common platform for real-time collaboration and communication. Customer responsiveness It unifies all the communication networks and devices to provide users the flexibility of accessing the calls, messaging, and voicemails from any of the devices irrespective of their location. This thus i...

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, has announced the results of the inaugural DigiCert® Quantum Readiness Awards.  Cloudflare, the pioneering connectivity cloud company, won the prestigious honor, while Migros, one of the largest retail companies in Switzerland, and DXC Technology, a pioneering global technology service provider, were selected as finalists by the judges. Cloudflare's journey The awards ceremony took place during DigiCert’s World Quantum Re...