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ST Engineering spotlighted over 20 AI-powered solutions at its InnoTech Conference 2024, expanding AI’s uses and benefits for businesses and critical sectors. Notable AI applications include advanced fraud and deepfake detection, guided crime analysis, real-time emergency response, and the optimization of hospital operations and resources.  The theme for this year is AI and Beyond - Transcending Limits, Empowering Tomorrow. InnoTech Conference 2024 features two key segments: InnoTech...

Every workday, the AI analysts review GenAI news, labeling interest items Essential, Important, or Optional. Here are some of the top items that made the list this March, as we proceeded further into a year defined by AI. Nvidia’s Innovations: Nvidia announced the Blackwell B200 GPU, touted as the "world’s most powerful chip" for AI. Any would say this marks a significant advancement in AI hardware. Nvidia also recently launched NIM. What’s this? It’s a platform to str...

GAI Insights is a forward-thinking company at the forefront of AI integration. This brand has been transforming the landscape of sales productivity. It was a journey that began with a simple yet powerful mission. That mission (and they chose to accept it) was to empower businesses with the right kinds of tools – because shouldn’t every business have this kind of firepower? The team at GAI Insights realized that they could make a difference to be effective and impactful on modern ent...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher, has announced the appointment of Merv Williams as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Williams will lead the development and delivery of Gallagher Security’s global marketing strategy across key markets including the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the UK, Europe, and IMEA, reporting to Chief Executive - Security, Mark Junge.  Says Junge: “Merv is a highly experienced career marketer and a well-respected member of the Gallagher...

Award-winning, global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is kicking off International Women’s Day by announcing that Natalie Bannon, Director of Strategic Alliances, has been included in the 2024 honoree list for the SIA Women in Security Forum Power 100 (SIA WISF Power 100). This initiative annually honors 100 inspiring women who actively advance diversity, inclusion, innovation, and leadership in the security industry. Gallagher’s Consultant Program Natalie included in t...

Award-winning, global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is kicking off a series of announcements in the lead-up to ISC West by spotlighting the evolution of Security Made Better (SMB), a cloud-based solution delivering integrated security in an accessible app format.   Designed with the same powerful hardware as Gallagher’s enterprise solution, but simplified so anyone can use it, this new era of SMB offers End Users and installers additional functionality and increased...

Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) unveils FPC AllKey, its new biometric system for logical and physical access control. The solution has been designed to enable fast and seamless integration into devices and to bring smooth, secure authentication to use cases including peripherals, cryptocurrency wallets, residential or workplace smart door locks, FIDO authenticator tokens, padlocks, and more. Biometric system The biometric system includes all components needed – hardware, soft...

The deployment of new Live Facial Recognition technology by Essex Police resulted in three arrests at the Clacton Airshow on August 22 and two additional arrests in Southend on August 25 and 26, including for sexual assault and common assault cases. Live Facial Recognition technology  The technology, provided by Corsight AI and Digital Barriers, identified individuals wanted for serious offenses, enforced orders against those on a ‘watch list,’ and protected vulnerable indivi...

At this year’s IAA Show in Hannover, Labcraft, the industry-pioneering designers and manufacturers of LED lighting for commercial vehicles, is presenting its latest Banksman lighting systems alongside a new range of compatible harness kits, designed to save time and money during installation. Available in four models – BM2, BM3, BM4, and BM6 - Labcraft’s innovative Banksman lighting solutions deliver additional bright light around the vehicle, helping drivers to maneuver more...

A Rubrik Zero Labs report found that 66% of IT and security pioneers report that data growth outpaces their ability to secure data and mitigate risk. Adversaries are noticing, increasing the sophistication of cyberattacks, and leveraging gaps in coverage to target critical data for destruction, theft, or extortion. As the volume of data continues to grow and exacerbate visibility challenges, organizations must find ways to manage and protect their constantly expanding data. Organizations n...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced the expansion of its collaboration with NVIDIA for AI-powered, customer-centric solutions to drive innovation and operational excellence for telcos. Leveraging Infosys Topaz, an AI-first set of services, solutions, and platforms using generative AI technologies, the collaboration will help telcos enhance their customer experiences, streamline network operations, and accelerate service delivery. Th...

Cyware, the globally renowned company in threat intelligence management, security collaboration, and orchestrated response, announced that it is a recognized pioneer in Frost and Sullivan’s '2024 Threat Intelligence Platform' (TIP) Radar Report.   The TIP industry encompasses more than 20 vendors, and Frost & Sullivan selected the top 10 based on solid growth potential, rapid growth rates and commitment to innovation. Cyware is one of only three vendors to lead the report&rs...

Level Home, Inc., the company redefining the smart home, announced the release of professional installer editions of its industry-renowned, award-winning smart locks, Level Bolt and Level Lock+ including new Zigbee native configuration options.  Curated for the professional install market, Level Bolt Pro Pack and Level Lock+ Pro Pack offer special add-ons and integration opportunities for installers to offer their customers the convenience of smart home technology, while maintaining the de...

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States ("CFIUS") has now approved Identiv's transaction to sell its physical security business and assets to Vitaprotech, the security solutions provider that also acquired British manufacturer, Tdsi in 2019. The Identiv sale was originally announced in April this year, but was subject to regulatory approval under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and to approval from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). On August...

With cybercrime rising and new cybersecurity legislation tabled by the UK government, BM TRADA is encouraging businesses to achieve ISO 27001 certification sooner rather than later to safeguard information security and avoid non-compliance. Cybercrime has risen significantly in recent years, with 32% of businesses in the UK now attacked at least once a week, according to statistics gathered by The Independent. Phishing and ransomware attacks have had a particularly disruptive impact, with 61% o...

As part of its global expansion plan, Integrity360 has acquired Grove Group, a long-standing cybersecurity and cloud services company headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.  The acquisition provides Integrity360 with approx. 600 additional customers across 51 countries, a deep partnership with pioneering NDR (Network Detection and Response) vendor Darktrace, and another global SOC (Security Operations Center) location bringing the group's...

Sustainability is doubtlessly a top-of-the-list issue industry-wide, especially in the hospitality sector. This industry has, in fact, created a serious threat of carbon emissions resulting from the energy used and the subsequent waste, accounting for 5% of world emissions, as approximated by the World Tourism Organization. As a result, many businesses are now actively seeking innovative technologies to adopt more sustainable practices, from energy consumption to waste management, and ensure th...

With immediate effect, netfiles GmbH, a provider of virtual data rooms and highly secure data exchange solutions, is adopting passkey authentication as an additional and convenient option to log in. Thanks to passkeys, users no longer have to remember passwords and can keep their user accounts reliably protected against phishing and cyber-attacks. It has long been understood that logging in with a password is a not particularly secure way of accessing applications, websites, and online shops. W...

The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR), an organization established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process, recently announced a new Vice President.  The new PPVAR Vice President for Alarm Industry role will be filled by Ms. Tammy Cozby, VP of Commercial Monitoring at Everon. With over three decades of experience, Tammy has dedicated herself to central station management within the security sector. Act...

Corsha Inc., a Washington D.C.-based cybersecurity firm, known for its innovative Identity Provider for Machines of all kinds, has been awarded a new contract through a competitive RFP released by the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) for the Department of Energy (DOE). Corsha will join a diverse team led by Michigan Tech University, collaborating with experienced organizations in manufacturing, cybersecurity, and sustainability. Cybersecurity playbook The aim of the...

ALCEA will showcase a diverse lineup of critical infrastructure access management solutions in booth 1642 at the Global Security Exchange, to be held September 23-25 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.  The company plans to focus attention on its entire resettable line of keyless products. Additionally, other solutions in the booth will include the ABLOY Super Weather Proof Padlock; ALWIN software integration to ABLOY PROTEC2 CLIQ™ CWM remote access control s...

SaaS Alerts, a cybersecurity company delivering an automated software-as-a-service (SaaS) security platform that enables managed service providers (MSPs) to detect and stop unauthorized activity in client SaaS applications, announced a new solution that provides non-stop expert support to identify and minimize SaaS security threats before it’s too late. The new Managed SaaS Alerts offering provides MSPs with cloud analysts working 24/7/365 to identify and respond to threats observed by th...

Global security solutions specialist, Gunnebo has achieved the prestigious bronze EcoVadis status, affirming its dedication to evolving sustainable business practices and corporate responsibility. EcoVadis is a globally recognized sustainability rating platform that assesses the environmental and social performance of companies across various industries. It evaluates a company’s performance based on four key categories: Environmental Impact, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainab...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech solutions provider best known for its variety of KYC tools, has launched a new Face Authentication service. The new cutting-edge technology is designed to detect fraudulent biometrics and add extra protection without unnecessary friction to the end user. Face Authentication enables online platforms to create a more secure network by flagging suspicious activities in real time, helping to prevent fraud at every stage of the customer journey. Face Authentication...

Matrix, a prominent pioneer in the Security and Telecom sector, has wrapped up its successful participation at FSIE 2024 in Mumbai. Drawing on more than three decades of industry expertise, Matrix connected with industry peers gained valuable insights, and explored new opportunities for collaboration.  Technology-driven solutions Matrix is resolute, in its commitment to delivering technology-driven solutions with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. This dedication is reflected in th...

Matrix is delighted to share the successful participation in MahaSecure Tech Expo 2024, held from August 22nd - 24th at Siddhi Banquets, Erandwane, Pune. The event provided an excellent platform for Matrix to display its cutting-edge IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom Solutions, garnering significant attention from industry professionals and stakeholders.  Innovation in security solutions  Ruggedized IP Camera At MahaSecure Tech Expo 2024, Matrix hi...

A North East tech specialist has doubled sales revenues in the last 12 months following a raft of major contract wins across the region’s manufacturing, hospitality, and education sectors. Providing technology support services including cybersecurity, data networks, and IP camera and access control systems to regional and national organizations from its Follingsby Park-based head office, Advantex has seen turnover increase to £12 million in FY24. DMARC service The firm, which al...

They are new, they are inventive - and their products make life safer. Among the 500 or so exhibitors at Security Essen are several young companies presenting innovative security technology from Germany. Young Innovators “Young Innovators” is the motto of the joint stand in Hall 5 of the leading trade fair for security, which takes place at Messe Essen from September 17 to 20. The spectrum ranges from bullet and stab-resistant clothing to four-legged walking robots and resist...

Cyware, the pioneer in threat intelligence management, security collaboration, and orchestrated response, announced the appointments of Sachin Jade as Chief Product Officer and Ashok Kumar as Head of U.S. Engineering. Sachin Jade Sachin Jade joins Cyware as the Chief Product Officer. Sachin’s experience stems from both the entrepreneurial world & Fortune 100 firms. Sachin has been involved in the risk and security space, is extremely customer-centric, and brings a customer lens to s...

CallRail, the AI-powered lead intelligence platform, announced a partnership with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades. The integration will allow mutual customers – including those in HVAC, plumbing, pest control, and electrical – to access valuable information about their prospects and customers. The integration will ensure that the complete customer journey, from lead to job, is all captured within the ServiceTitan dashboard. Responsive customer experience...