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Frequentis marks the debut of its LifeX3020 solution in Southeast Asia, improving emergency call handling and response coordination across three major centers and nationwide blue light agencies. This effort supports Malaysia’s Next Generation Emergency Services 999 (NG999) project, an upgrade designed to replace the current Malaysian Emergency Response System (MERS999). The initiative underscores Malaysia’s strong commitment to enhancing public safety across the nation. Responses f...

At Verkada, success is built on the dedication, expertise, and commitment of the partners. Every day, these industry pioneers help customers implement best-in-class physical security solutions that drive real impact. As they look back on an incredible year, they’re excited to recognize the partners who went above and beyond in 2024. This year’s inaugural Verkada Impact Partner of the Year Awards celebrate those who demonstrated outstanding growth, customer commitment, and collaborat...

Corporate Security Advisors (CSA), the premiere management consulting firm specializing in corporate security, announced that it has been selected to join the prestigious American Hospital Association (AHA) Preferred Cybersecurity and Risk Provider Program as the first Preferred Physical Security Advisory Services Provider. CSA will play a critical role in helping hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide enhance their physical security strategies to protect patients, staff, and facilities....

The Security Skills Board, a committee of senior security industry pioneers, brought together over 60 industry professionals at The Shard to present the next steps in their mission to support skills development and ambitions for security to be a profession of choice. The Board, now a Community Interest Company (CIC) includes Chair Jason Towse, and Deputy Chair Adrian White of Carlile Support Services. They shared proposals to launch a Security National Skills Academy and as part of this, devel...

Sentrycs, a pioneering provider of cutting-edge counter-UAS solutions, has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract in Latin America for a national defense project. The project marks a significant milestone as the largest installation of counter-drone systems in the region, demonstrating Sentrycs’ unparalleled technological capabilities in addressing the growing threats posed by drones in high-risk environments. Advanced C-UAS systems A strong emphasis will be placed on combating n...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has been selected to take part in the large-scale pilot phase of the Transit Tech Lab (TTL), a public-private partnership created by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the Partnership Fund for New York City to accelerate innovation in public transportation.  Last year, ISS, along with 17 other companies, were chosen as finalists from 150 global ap...

The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the lineup of speakers and sponsors for PSA TEC 2025 (TEC) in Aurora, Colorado, March 9-12, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center. “PSA TEC 2025 is shaping up to be an amazing event from the industry-pioneering education and certifications to access to the top manufacturers in the industry,” said Matt Barnette, president and CEO of the PSA Network. “The po...

Drata, the pioneering Trust Management platform, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SafeBase, the pioneering Trust Center solution for the enterprise. The acquisition is intended to integrate both companies’ shared vision of being the go-to “trust layer” between companies—driving seamless, transparent relationships with the most comprehensive Trust Management Platform. The acquisition is expected to close later this month. Cloud and AI...

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) – founded in 1963 – is the world's pioneering forum for intensive dialog on international security policy issues. From 2023, ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH is responsible for implementing secure TETRA communication for the Munich Security Conference, which this year takes place from 14 to 16 February, and for the following main conferences until 2025. HENSOLDT's Multi-Domain Solutions HENSOLDT is contributing to the success of the...

Wavelynx Technologies, a pioneer in secure and versatile reader and credential solutions, has expanded its global reach into the United Kingdom and Ireland to support the increasing demand for modern security solutions.  This strategic move comes as the company scales its operations to ensure that all customers have access to interoperable solutions that align with the growing need for advanced security across sectors such as commercial real estate, hospitality, education, and healthcare....

Threat Evolution, an advanced cybersecurity training and consulting platform, has officially achieved Cyber Essentials certification, reinforcing its commitment to helping businesses strengthen their digital security. Part of the Magenta Security Services family of businesses, which is a pioneer in sustainable security solutions, Threat Evolution provides cutting-edge cybersecurity training and consulting services designed to mitigate cyber risks. Common entry point for cyber threats Threat E...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced that the Commvault Cloud Platform can be easily deployed from major cloud marketplaces utilizing CIS-hardened images. These CIS-hardened images are pre-configured with CIS-recommended settings and controls and are available on the following marketplaces: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and VMware. Commvault’s CIS-hardened images CIS-hardened images...

Dormakaba has signed an agreement to acquire Montagebedrijf van den Berg B.V. (“Van den Berg”) on 5 February 2025. The acquisition strengthens dormakaba’s airport vertical by adding project and service competencies in the Dutch market. The transaction will be effective from 1 January 2025. Van den Berg Van den Berg is a well-known company specializing in the maintenance, repair, and new installation of automatic door systems and adjacent products with a high exposure to the...

Playhouse Square is a jewel of Northeast Ohio. Thousands of people live, work, and visit the area. “We want to make sure whoever the resident is, whoever the visitor is, they’re having the same great experience day in and day out,” said Nathan Kelly, President of Playhouse Square Real Estate. ROSA Safety is part of that experience. Last October, ROSA, a remote observation security agent, moved into Public Square. Equipped with AI technology, ROSA never blinks and can issue v...

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) published its annual Retail Crime Survey last week. It found that each day, retailers in the UK are victim to 55,000 thefts, while violent incidents have rocketed from 1,300 per day to over 2,000. The figures from the report are shocking enough when viewed in isolation; however, reviewing the same report, published in 2015 and 2020, forces the difficult question -- what progress has been made, and when will we turn the corner? Cost of crime In 2015, the BRC...

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...

In Indonesia, cybersecurity stands as a critical concern, despite its relative insulation from global advanced persistent threats. Nevertheless, cyber-attacks persist, impacting citizens and government institutions alike. As businesses transition to digital platforms, the increased implementation of transformative technologies introduces a slew of security risks, endangering critical infrastructure and sensitive data. The Indonesia Cybersecurity market is projected to grow from US$ 2.05 billion...

Indonesia is set to host the highly anticipated BIGBOX INDONESIA 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 Indonesia. Scheduled to take place on the 18th of February 2025 in Jakarta Indonesia. This landmark conference will provide a platform to explore transformative trends, cutting-edge technologies, and strategies driving growth in the digital marke...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, is excited to announce the launch of the 2024B Z-Wave Specification package as well as the introduction of a new Accelerator Membership Level aimed at empowering startups and young companies in the IoT ecosystem. These initiatives demonstrate the Alliance’s ongoing commitment to innovation, collaboration, and ensuring interoperability in the IoT market. Z-Wa...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multi-cloud computing announced the findings of its seventh annual Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey and research report, which measures global enterprise progress with cloud adoption. The report sheds light on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) adoption, investment priorities, and benefits along with key challenges organizations face to meet the demands of these emerging workloads. GenAI application adoption As GenAI application adoption...

artius.iD, the global pioneer in secure, self-managed, decentralized individual identity solutions, has appointed former Oracle and Google enterprise sales pioneer Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors. Jeffrey Keplar Keplar has more than three decades of experience building sales teams and pioneering enterprise tech sales strategies at the world's largest businesses. He held various sales leadership roles at Oracle over nearly 20 years, ultimately serving as Group Vice P...

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the release of Prism™ Supervisor, the latest addition to its Prism-embedded software ecosystem. Prism Supervisor integrates drone autopilot flight control systems with real-time, AI-based observations at the edge to improve mission safety, efficiency, and performance, enhancing the capabilities of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Prism Supervisor software Prism Supervisor software empowers mission planners with a fl...

iDenfy, a global RegTech solutions hub, partnered with Venevo, a Romania-based crowdlending startup that operates as an EU-licensed Crowdfunding Service Provider and focuses on bridging the gap between ideas and investments. iDenfy’s identity verification software, together with built-in AML screening tools, will help approve new entrepreneurs and investors on the Venevo platform quickly, ensuring a fully automated onboarding flow.   Financial irregularities Identity fraud and...

Integrated Control Technology (ICT®), a manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, announced the appointment of Andy Bane as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Andy succeeds ICT founder and former CEO Hayden Burr, who will transition to the role of Chief Innovation Officer.  Andy's responsibilities By investing in the future, ICT is positioning itself to drive greater value, create new opportunities, and strengthen relationships worldwide.  Under Andy’s...

Research from Optalysys, a company enabling the future of secure computing through the acceleration of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) technology, has found that growth is being held back at UK financial services firms due to concerns over data security.  Data security concerns A survey of over 250 IT decision-makers (ITDMs) working in the financial services sector, conducted by Obsurvant and commissioned by Optalysys, revealed that 70% of ITDMs believe their firm’s growth i...

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock technology and a subsidiary of GHT Door Hardware announces a new integration with Universal Remote Control (URC), a global pioneer in smart automation and control solutions. This partnership leverages the Z-Wave® protocol to deliver seamless connectivity between Alfred smart locks and URC’s Total Control® system, providing integrators and end users with advanced, unified access and security management. URC TRF-ZW10...

The UK door entry and access control manufacturer Videx Security announces the appointment of Billy Paton as Strategic Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland. Billy returns to Videx with extensive experience and a proven track record in the access control and security industry, having previously contributed to the company’s success earlier in his career. Billy will focus on strengthening relationships with distribution partners, driving innovative sales strategies and supporting end-user le...

Advanced Data Risk Management (ADRM), a provider of data-driven risk management solutions, proudly announces the launch of the innovative DEFENDER Managed Services Platform. The patented DEFENDER platform is currently in use across ADRM’s managed services client sites, improving, overseeing, and maintaining the reliability of their security systems. DEFENDER platform As a managed services provider, ADRM is entrusted with the critical task of managing and optimizing the IT infrast...

dormakaba announces that it is expecting to report a significant increase in reported operating profit (EBIT, Earnings before interest and taxes) and net profit for the first half-year 2024/25 for the period ending 31 December 2024 relative to the period ending 31 December 2023.  Net sales and adjusted EBITDA margin are expected to be in line with 2024/25 full-year guidance. Profit hike The significant increase in reported operating profit and net profit is attributable to lower restruct...

Iris ID, a global pioneer in iris recognition technology since 1997 has secured a significant new partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS), to add over two hundred more Iris ID iCAM TD100A units to their Livescan systems. This further cements the growing popularity and efficacy of iris recognition technology for law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, and their partners. As a biometric, iris recognition is deemed the most accurate modality over either fingerprint or fac...