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Rapid aging population, high healthcare costs, and physician shortages are creating an increasing demand for care at home, especially for seniors with long-term health conditions. The GX features a LCD display that shows clock time, temperature, GSM signal strength and sensor faults to keep users fully informed at all times. GX smart care medical alarm is an all-in-one wellness, and personal safety medical alarm solution, bridging medical health monitoring and emergency alarm to keep seniors sa...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Supermicro), the globally renowned company in enterprise computing, storage, networking solutions and green computing technology, introduced multiple systems tailored to work with a leading open, hyperconverged software offering, Red Hat Hyperconverged Infrastructure. Supermicro collaborated with Red Hat to develop advanced configurations based on industry-renowned Supermicro servers featuring the latest technologies. These systems, available now, give customers new...

WTRVS-8/15 is a small and lightweight voice reach talking pendant. Compact and easy-to-use, WTRVS-8/15 is designed to provide complete protection anywhere around the home at any time with the simple touch of a button. WTRVS-8/15 allows immediate post-alarm voice follow up after an emergency call without any delay and effort. With a simple press of a button it can open two-way voice communication channel between the user and the Central Monitoring Station. Additionally, users can talk to the Cen...

DIO-52 is a DI/DO module that integrates wired devices into wireless networks to create automated responses and enhances security and convenience. With a digital input (DI) and a digital output (DO) connecting to wired devices, DIO-52 serves as a bridge of reliability and fast communication between a security system and wired devices. DIO-52 turns the device connected to its DI point into the trigger of events, and its DO point into the responder of events. Open it, close it, turn it on, turn i...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2020 SIA GovSummit, its annual public policy and government security technology conference, taking place June 1-4. Due to concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, SIA GovSummit will be held as a virtual event in 2020, and for the first time ever, the conference will be entirely free to all attendees from industry and government. Offering additional sessions “SIA GovSummit 2020 will explore how security...

PSA, the consortium of professional systems integrators, announces a new partnership with ConsorcioTec, part of Latin Press, for PSA and USAV. ConsorcioTec is the first pan-regional buyers consortium for local low-voltage integrators specializing in Electronic Security, DataCom Networks, Custom Electronics, Building Automation and Controls, Systems Integrations, and Multimedia Installations. “Our partnership with Latin Press and ConsorcioTec will help PSA and USAV reach more systems integ...

Axis Communications announces the support for its range of audio products and network speakers in AXIS Companion video management software. The enhancement brings the benefits of audio in security and incident deterrent to the broadest range of customers, with the ease of management familiar to users of AXIS Companion. With the Axis audio support in AXIS Companion software, users will be able to install network speakers by the push of a button to their existing system. Reducing costs of suppor...

IDEX Biometrics ASA, a provider of advanced fingerprint identification and authentication solutions, is pleased to announce that IDEX’s fingerprint sensor and Tongxin Microelectronics’ Co., Ltd. (TMC) secure element have been included in a biometric payment card certified by China UnionPay. This is the first biometric payment card to be certified by China UnionPay. TMC is a secure element supplier in China focused on the smart card industry and is partnering with IDEX to accelerate...

One Identity, a pioneer in identity-centered security, announces a partnership with HashiCorp, a provider of multi-cloud infrastructure automation software used by developers, operators and security professionals. With the integration of One Identity’s privileged access management (PAM) Safeguard for Privileged Sessions, HashiCorp Vault users can now securely manage, monitor, record, and audit privileged and administrative access to their vaulted tokens, passwords, certificates, API keys...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) introduces SIA OSDP Verified, a new comprehensive testing program that validates a device’s conformance to the SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard and related performance protocols. Products that are OSDP Verified will be displayed in the OSDP Verified Product List and be able to use the SIA OSDP Verified mark in their product marketing materials. Access control communications SIA OSDP has been steadily gaining momentum as the stan...

Where one is a large multi-national retailer or a smaller high-street store, security will be near the top of the list of priorities. In fact, the safety of visitors and staff, coupled with the security of goods, can be vital to any retailer’s success and profitability. CLIQ® technology from provider Mul-T-Lock offers a smart security solution for all types of retail applications, whether it be a chain of supermarkets or a standalone local shop. Managing access permissions Mul-T-Loc...

VSBLTY Groupe Technologies Corp., a retail software technology company, and Photon-X, developers of sensor technologies that enable biometric verification, document security, CGI motion imaging and photo mapping, jointly announce a collaboration to develop advanced camera applications to help screen for persons who may be infected with COVID-19 as they enter buildings. The two firms are collaborating to develop a multi-sensor camera capability specifically for security and smart buildings appli...

VSBLTY Groupe Technologies Corp., a retail software technology company, announces that it has signed a global, multi-product strategic teaming agreement with UST Global®, a digital transformation solutions company. The two technology companies are teaming up to assimilate their solutions and services for the fast-changing retail industry. Digital transformation firms In announcing the strategic partnership with UST Global, VSBLTY Co-founder and CEO, Jay Hutton said, “We are excited t...

Axis Security, the private application access company, unveils the Axis Security Partner Program (ASPP) for VARs, systems integrators, MSSPs, OEM partners and distributors. The program enables Axis channel partners to expand their security offerings to include a cloud-native security and analytics platform that offers organizations simple and secure control of private application access built on a zero-trust model. Securing private applications Axis also signed its first value added reseller,...

Bosch announces the launch of INTEOX, a new camera platform designed to modernize the security and safety industry. The first-fully open platform of its kind, INTEOX gives users, system integrators, and application developers’ unlimited freedom for innovation and customization. As the world becomes increasingly connected, the Internet of Things (IoT) presents new opportunities for individuals and businesses. However, to take full advantage of the opportunities that the IoT brings, the saf...

Abnormal Security, a pioneer in protecting large enterprises from Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks announced the availability of Microsoft Teams protection and integration with Okta to extend email security coverage and protect remote workforces from social engineering attacks. Seamlessly delivered through Abnormal Security’s API-based integration with Office 365 and Okta’s Identity Cloud, respectively, these new integrations give enterprises more visibility, extended protect...

Biometrics company, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) announces a collaboration with the global on-line distributor, Digi-Key Electronics. This cooperation will strengthen Fingerprints’ position and help the company scale into new markets and application areas within IoT and access globally. “This is a step for us to be able to scale with FPC BM-Lite and to reach new verticals that require additional sales channels to drive business. Digi-Key will help us reach out and find...

Pulse Secure, the provider of software-defined Secure Access solutions, announces its Access Suite and SDP solution were recognized in a recently published analyst report, ‘Market Insights: Software Defined Perimeter (SDP)’ for Zero Trust Network Security, 2020. The Software Defined Perimeter market insights report, by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions, presents market definitions, drivers, primary use cases, trends, solution characteristics and architectures, as well as market recommend...

Check Point announces the availability of its complete Quantum Security Gateways series, which deliver unprecedented protection, scalability, and ease of deployment and control for enterprises, from their branch offices to corporate data centers. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has forced enterprises to quickly expand support for remote connectivity and home working at an unprecedented scale. Recent research by Check Point showed that 71% of enterprise IT and security professionals globally...

HID Global, a front-runner in trusted identity solutions, announced that it has been selected by Jakarta-based service office provider, Werkspace Indonesia, to power its access control system, allowing several hundred users to access their co-working space conveniently and securely. Established in 2017, Werkspace is one of the fastest-growing co-working space providers in Jakarta, and currently serves both start-ups and established businesses who need professional, reliable, and secure working...

Video surveillance company Ocucon launches a new technology that cleverly monitors the number of people going in and out of a store, automatically shutting the entrance when the occupancy threshold is met. Occupi by Ocucon is a response to a growing need for controlled entry to retail stores during the COVID-19 pandemic. Social distancing has meant many retailers are spending thousands of pounds a week per store on extra security personnel to manage store entrances and exits. Occupi by Ocucon p...

The technology partnership allows SALTO KS users to add an attendance feature to their cloud-based fully-wireless smart access control solution. SALTO Systems has developed an integration with time-tracking software developer FICHAJ.ES that will add a convenient feature, time and attendance, to the SALTO KS, Keys as a Service, cloud-based access control management system. Accurate time-Tracking solution “The FICHAJ.ES integration with SALTO KS lets the end-user use door access control a...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announces the keynote speakers and the details of the partner pavilion for Genetec™ Connect’DX, the company’s first virtual trade show which will take place April 20-22, 2020. Focused on technology, innovation and the challenges affecting the physical security industry, Connect’DX will provide an opportunity for security professionals from around the wo...

Security and Safety Things GmbH launches its App-Challenge, a contest offering developers the chance to present their solutions to industry players and compete for 3 x 10 000€ in prize money as well as the opportunity to present their winning application on the Security and Safety Things booth at GSX 2020 in September or a similar event depending on the COVID-19 situation. All developed applications will be listed on the company’s open Application Store where they can be purchased by...

Sectigo, a provider of automated digital identity management and web security solutions, announces a partnership with Infineon Technologies AG to provide automated certificate provisioning for Infineon’s OPTIGA™ Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 using Sectigo IoT Identity Manager. The integration provides manufacturers with a complete certificate management solution, including issuance and renewal, starting right on the factory floor, with secure certificate creation and insertion u...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Limited announces intelligent video solutions that can help the NHS, and key businesses in the UK supply chain, to protect front-line staff and property as part of the UK’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. High-temperature is one of the primary symptoms of COVID-19. Konica Minolta’s low-cost and easy-to-install thermal detection systems (part of its Intelligent Video Solutions) are able to quickly, unobtrusively and accurately detect elevated...

Backstreet-Surveillance, a national on-line DIY CCTV surveillance system provider launches a nationwide program to provide local high quality installation services for security and surveillance camera systems. Scott McQuarrie CEO of the company and a 28 year veteran of the professional security industry leads the effort. The program is the brain child of Mr. McQuarrie and based on his decades of experience designing, managing and installing thousands of large commercial, retail and residential...

TEAM Software, the provider of technology solutions for contractors in the North American cleaning and security markets has acquired Kwantek, a Louisville, KY-based software company specializing in Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) for high-turnover industries like cleaning and security. This acquisition expands TEAM’s North American product offering to include pre-hire solutions. TEAM offers a holistic technology suite that includes a full-service accounting and financial package, operat...

C-suite executives will increasingly be targeted by cyber criminals looking for ways of extorting money from large corporations. According to a new report from cyber analytics provider CyberCube, organized criminals and hackers are moving away from ‘high volume, low-value’ methods of attack to, instead, carefully selecting senior managers who have access to organizations’ bank accounts and are in a position to authorize payments. Maximum degree of compliance Criminals are al...

Omnigo Software, a provider of public safety, incident, and security management solutions, acquires QueTel Corporation, the premier digital and physical evidence management platform in North America. The combination reaffirms Omnigo and QueTel’s commitment to delivering innovative software solutions that help public safety officers and personnel more efficiently perform their day-to-day activities, across law enforcement, education, healthcare, gaming, hospitality, corporations, and crime...