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When the Message Queue Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol was invented over two decades ago, its creators perhaps didn’t realize the widespread applications it would become central to, across all industries. That’s because the MQTT protocol has become the de facto standard for sharing messages across connected devices — also known as the Internet of Things (IoT). It provides the means for IoT sensors, including cameras, to communicate with each other across smart cities, smar...

IT Managed Services Provider, Emerge Digital, has teamed up with the software company within the MSP space, ConnectWise, to make enterprise-level cyber security protection accessible to SMEs and help reduce the spiraling cost of security for corporations. Redefining cyber security In 2022, 54% of SMEs experienced a cyber-attack, according to a Vodafone study, an increase of 15% in two years. In a separate report, 38% admitted to having an insufficient budget to adequately p...

Invixium is showcasing its portfolio of industry-renowned biometric access control and workforce management solutions here at EXPO Seguridad 2023 in Palacio de la Canal 7 meeting room. Featured solutions include Invixium’s flagship IXM TITAN multimodal, multifactor authentication reader, and the competitively priced IXM TFACE biometric solution for mainstream applications. Biometric solutions “Invixium’s biometric solutions are purposefully designed to solve real-world acces...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, recently hosted the SecurAmericas Forum, sponsored by Intel and Dell, at ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas. The event brought together thought leaders from across the security industry to discuss the state of artificial intelligence (AI) in video surveillance applications and how the adoption of the technology will continue to evolve throughout the market. Session panelists  The session, wh...

Distology, the specialist IT cybersecurity distributor, has announced a new strategic partnership with Harbor Solutions, a managed service provider (MSP) which specializes in data protection and recovery. Harbor Solutions, which was named Global MSP of the Year by Druva and EMEA MSP Partner of the Year by Rubrik Inc, has only ever been available through the channel. However, this is set to change as the new partnership will see Harbor Solutions join Distology’s ever-growing vendor portfol...

The recent criminal activity being undertaken via the chatbot is disappointing, but it ultimately is no surprise. When new technology is developed, there’s always a chance it can be used for harm. ChatGPT Few could have foreseen the rapid rise in popularity AI chatbot, ChatGPT, would achieve since its launch in November 2022. Having amassed over one million users within its first week, ChatGPT has propelled itself to the center of AI and wider tech conversations through its powerful, hum...

Two new RISCO professional security solutions will be previewed at The Security Event 2023, providing installers with the opportunity to deliver commercial and residential projects efficiently and cost-effectively. Making its international debut, the flexible LightSYS Air wireless alarm system from the cloud-based security solution manufacturer may be simply and quickly installed by professional and accredited installers on smaller SME commercial and residential contracts involving up to 128 zo...

Brivo, a provider of cloud-based access control and smart building technologies, announces launching support for employee badges in Apple Wallet, expanding its mobile credential options. Starting today, Brivo corporate customers can enable employees to easily and securely add their employee badge to Apple Wallet and simply hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a reader to unlock office doors, turnstiles, elevators, and key card-protected amenity spaces eliminating the need to open an app or pre...

Losing cameras over a network? Cameras and other PoE devices won’t power up? Want to know why? Want to avoid these problems in the design stage?  Webinar Security products are becoming more complex and demanding more bandwidth and PoE. Spend an hour with Vigitron to learn about these changes, how they affect network performance, and how to avoid issues in the design stage.  This webinar is designed for everyone who sells, designs, and services networks for security device...

XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, continues building the industry’s top leadership team with the addition of Service Technology Executive - Strickland Tudor and the promotion of Stacey Bright to Chief Marketing Officer. Strickland Tudor appointed Tudor, who has more than 25 years of experience driving the digital transformation of the skilled trades, will serve as XOi’s Executive Vice President of Sales....

The PSA Network (PSA), the consortium of professional systems integrators announced the lineup of sponsors for PSA TEC 2023 (TEC), which is taking place in Dallas, Texas, USA, from May 1-4, 2023. “This year’s PSA TEC has a remarkable lineup of sponsors that enable us to exceed our members' expectations,” said Matt Barnette, President and CEO of the PSA Network, adding “TEC has established a reputation for high-quality educational offerings, networking, and exclusive enga...

Euralarm will organize a live webinar on the recently published guidance document on remote services on Thursday, 4 May, 2023. Recently, Euralarm released a guidance document including three checklists on remote services. Self-assessment It allows service companies to make a self-assessment of their readiness and compliance with the provisions laid down in EN 16763, EN 50710, and CLC/TS 50136-10.  The Guidance Document and checklists are the topics of a webinar that will be organized on...

Checkpoint Systems, a global pioneer in radio frequency identification (RFID and RF) technology and inventory control solutions, will showcase its RFID product range at the Retail Technology Show from 26-27 April, 2023 at Olympia London. The retail technology solutions provider will exhibit its extensive inlay and label designs, including the DUÉ Mini label and UNO dual technology inlays, two of the most popular products at the recent EuroShop 2023 exhibition in Germany. DUÉ...

Siemens and Microsoft are harnessing the collaborative power of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to help industrial companies drive innovation and efficiency across the design, engineering, manufacturing, and operational lifecycle of products.  Generative AI To enhance cross-functional collaboration, the companies are integrating Siemens’ Teamcenter® software for product lifecycle management (PLM) with Microsoft’s collaboration platform Teams and the language models...

Cognex Corporation, a pioneer in industrial machine vision, has released the In-Sight® 3800 Vision System. Designed for high-speed production lines, In-Sight 3800 offers an extensive vision toolset, powerful imaging capabilities, and flexible software to deliver a fully integrated solution for a wide range of inspection applications. “The In-Sight 3800 offers twice the processing speeds of previous systems, performing tasks like a quality inspection in as little as one-third of a blin...

In the age of sophisticated identity fraud, including fraud enabled by artificial intelligence (AI), it’s of paramount importance to establish a comprehensive and highly diverse verification process to enable as many identity checks as possible. Face recognition technology Multi-phase authentication that comprises document and biometric checks makes it possible to spot forgery more effectively, while face recognition and liveness detection play a crucial role in ensuring that a person is...

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has launched its brand-new remote monitoring platform, allowing users to view and control elements of their fire system from any internet-enabled device, at any location. AdvancedLive provides users with day-to-day reassurance that their fire system is working as intended, with instant notifications to alert them of critical incidents and status changes, and flexible secure access methods to keep their data safe. AdvancedLive subscription ...

Honeywell announced the launch of the Morley-IAS Max fire detection and alarm system that helps improve building and occupant safety. The compact, powerful, performance-driven intelligent fire alarm control panel offers installers and end users a technically advanced range of functions that is easy to install, commission, and maintain.  Features The system features an advanced 7-inch touchscreen panel, providing a highly intuitive and ergonomic user interface. The panel displays co...

NSI is proud to build on its four-decade-long partnership with IFSEC, as the UK’s longest-running security event celebrates its 50th edition. Throughout the 3-day event taking place at ExCeL London on 16-18 May, 2023, NSI experts will once again be a major attraction for installers on stand IF.4250 where visitors can ask questions about the latest industry standards and learn about the benefits of gaining certification with the UK’s most highly trusted and respected Certification Bo...

In the world of managed services, monthly recurring revenue (MRR) is the bread and butter of any successful MSP business. It’s the reliable stream of income that allows MSPs to sustainably grow their business and provide the best possible service to their clients. Risk of a cybersecurity attack Users find themselves operating in a unique business climate. The state of the economy has made the SMB customers that MSPs support much more price-sensitive. At the same time, the ever-increasing...

2N, the market pioneer in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has published a new White Paper entitled ‘Access Control 3.0: the new standards in residential access’. The White Paper argues that we recently entered a new era in access control which represents a technological revolution in the industry – and it is one which is already having a transformative impact worldwide. Three crucial stages Over the last 6,000+ years, access control has progressed throu...

Allegion Americas, a pioneering security products and solutions provider, introduced a new brand, Zentra, focussed on access solutions for multifamily properties. Zentra’s integrated solutions (combining software, hardware, and related services) – initially offered in the United States – will secure properties while enabling hassle-free access. Zentra’s suite of solutions Zentra’s suite of solutions provides simple, smart, and secure property access. The brand&rs...

Edgio, the platform of choice for speed, security, and simplicity at the edge has announced the general availability of the Edgio Applications Platform v7.  Its new integrated performance and security features are designed to increase organizational revenues and accelerate developer team velocity through better website performance and multi-layer security.  Unified platform Through the integrated, unified platform, Edgio reduces the need for multiple-point solutions while enabling o...

Intellicene, the trailblazing pioneer in integrated, intelligent security software platforms, ushers in a new era of security by unveiling the next-generation of its unified security management system, Symphia 8.0. This game-changing solution empowers organizations to embrace a Bring Your Own Everything (BYOE) approach and seamlessly integrate any device or system to extend intelligence gathering and situational awareness like never before. Video-Centric platform Symphia 8.0 is the only all-i...

11:11 Systems, a managed infrastructure solutions provider announced the general availability of 11:11 Managed SteelDome in partnership with SteelDome Cyber.  The fully managed service is designed for organizations in need of secure, scalable, and cost-efficient storage of their unstructured, on-premises data.  InfiniVault application technology Leveraging SteelDome’s InfiniVault application technology, 11:11 Managed SteelDome provides on-premises data storage, protection, and...

Arcules, the provider of unified, intelligent cloud-based video surveillance solutions, has unveiled a new cloud video offering to help organizations modernize their security infrastructures and unlock more value from their video deployments.  Developed in collaboration with Axis Communications, Arcules now offers users another path to the cloud through a solution that delivers tangible ROI, maximizes uptime, and secures video data. Camera-to-cloud offering The camera-to-cloud...

Touting impressive attendance figures, ISC West, in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), saw a robust 56% year-over-year gain in attendance for ISC West 2023, hosting over 27,000 security industry professionals in Las Vegas from March 28-31 to learn, see, and experience the latest security technology trends.  Comprehensive and converged security trade event "As the nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security trade event of the year, a...

Segula Technologies, a global engineering group, is launching its Middle East business by establishing two offices to support its customers in the energy, aerospace, defense, rail, manufacturing, naval, and automotive sectors, covering the full scope of competencies from design to manufacturing engineering. The Group’s new offices are located in Masdar City in Abu Dhabi (UAE), and Cairo, Egypt. Middle East market The Middle East is a strategic market, rapidly growing and developing ind...

The rise of Telecom industries in recent years has been at an exponential rate. The evolution per se has been in three different phases, from the Traditional interface (FXO/FXS) to the Digital Interface (T1/E1 PRI) and the latest VOIP (3G/4G/VoLTE).  VOIP usage in the USA, according to Statista and Tech. co has seen an abrupt rise in just a gap of 8 years. While residential adoption of VoIP services remained high, small and mid-size businesses too saw a large surge in adoption of VoIP in r...

The security of the homes and businesses is now more important than ever. To meet the needs of a changing world, Avigilon has developed an innovative new technology in the form of CCTV – Avigilon CCTV. This pioneering system is revolutionizing how they think about security by combining advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and powerful video surveillance capabilities into one platform. What is Avigilon CCTV? Avigilon CCTV is a state-of-the-art security system that offers advanced...