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IDEMIA Public Security, the pioneering provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, and Tahakom, the Saudi Technology and Security Comprehensive Control Company, are expanding their strategic partnership through the signing of an extensive agreement to develop and implement local sourcing and foster continued innovation to ensure safer roads in the Kingdom. Expertise and capabilities within AI IDEMIA and Tahakom’s expanded alliance aims to develop and execute local initiativ...

Toshiba Europe Limited announces that its commercially available quantum key distribution (QKD) systems now natively incorporate the latest post quantum cryptography (PQC) standard, bringing an additional layer of security to its quantum-safe networking platform.  The connected society relies on the encryption of the private data to maintain its secrecy. The security relies on ‘one-way’ mathematical functions, which are easy to calculate in one direction, but are almost im...

Safetrust, a pioneer in secure identity solutions, announced that Ben Brydges, Executive Vice President – dormakaba North America, has joined its Board of Directors. Brydges joins as the Preferred Director following dormakaba’s recent strategic investment in the company. Brydges's deep expertise in security, access control, and business strategy strengthens Safetrust’s commitment to innovation and strategic partnerships. As the dormakaba Designee, he will play a key role in sh...

Seamless connectivity between CLIQ Web Manager (CWM) and the braXos Steward platform gives organizations’ access management even greater security, flexibility and functionality. This innovative integration helps security managers work smarter, save time, and seamlessly extend the reach of their existing access system with wire-free CLIQ digital and electromechanical cylinders. CLIQ digital access with HR The CLIQ Connector feeds a secure bi-directional link between CWM and access system...

At ISC West 2025, at booth #13062, Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, will showcase solutions that provide end users with a practical pathway to modernizing their physical security operations while ensuring seamless interoperability between on-premises and SaaS environments. Visitors to the show will be able to get first-hand demonstrations of the latest version of Security Center SaaS, including the addition of intrusion management, as well as th...

With new life-saving drugs being created every day, the pharmaceutical industry is directly involved in saving human lives across the world. With how important the work of this sector is, it becomes more important to leverage physical access control for the pharmaceutical sector. This helps to protect intellectual property and physical as well as human assets. Top concerns about security The top concerns about security in pharmaceutical industries include the safety of materials The top conc...

Matrix, a trailblazer in security and telecom solutions, proudly takes center stage as the Title Sponsor for 'Footprints 25' – the milestone 25th edition of the prestigious national technical fest hosted by the Faculty of Technology and Engineering (FTE), Maharaja Sayajirao University. Mark the calendars for 7-9th March 2025, as 'Footprints 25' gears up to spotlight the ingenuity and technical brilliance of aspiring engineers from MS University. This three-day national youth extravaganza...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is reflecting on the success of its recent Integrate 360 event held in Durban, South Africa. Held at Premiere Splendid Inn Umhlanga, Durban on February 20, the event attracted 65 Channel Partners, End Users, and consultants from across KwaZulu-Natal and wider South Africa to showcase the latest in Gallagher’s innovative technology suite, discuss features and solutions ear marked for the future, and gain insights into the wider securi...

iDenfy, a global RegTech solutions provider, announced a new partnership with Highvibes, a pioneering 360° media company specializing in music distribution, publishing, and record label services. By integrating iDenfy’s ID verification software, Highvibes aims to scale faster while creating a strong first impression from the initial account opening and verification step. iDenfy’s solution will now handle this process, saving time and costs for the music industry player. Digital...

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the digital infrastructure company, published a white paper entitled ‘Supporting AI in the UK: a White Paper to government’ which outlines key steps to unlock AI’s potential as a growth driver. The paper, authored by Colt’s CEO Keri Gilder in conjunction with EY, highlights the transformative opportunities presented by AI and offers actionable steps for the UK to harness AI’s power and potential. AI ecosystem The UK Government can...

Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence can significantly improve business efficiency. At the same time, AI makes generating deepfakes to commit fraud and support crime easier. AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly used to cheat consumers and businesses, costing more than $12 billion in 2023 and expected to rise to $40 billion in losses by 2027. New Context Analysis features Attestiv has upgraded its video deepfake detection platform with new Context Analysis capabilities To hel...

Telesat, one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators, and Intellian, a pioneering provider of feature-rich, future-proof satellite communications solutions, announced a contract award for Intellian to design and supply reference enterprise user terminals for the Telesat Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network. Intellian’s innovative satellite terminal technology leverages the company’s non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) modem integr...

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 Delaware State University (DSU) has integrated ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection technology and situational awareness platform into its multi-layered security system. This deployment was facilitated by Delaware-based Advantech, a global leader in embedded and automation solutions for AIoT system integrators. Range of under...

After a remarkable period of sustainable growth, Carlisle Support Services celebrates its prestigious accolade as being chosen as the 2025 Security Company of the Year at the ninth UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). Held on 20 February at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, the OSPAs are widely regarded as the most prestigious awards within the Security industry, recognizing excellence and honoring those who promote positive change for the greater benefit of all....

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces the addition of intrusion management to Security Center SaaS, the company’s unified physical security solution that can be deployed in the cloud or as a hybrid solution. By unifying intrusion detection with video surveillance, access control, identity, and visitor management, Security Center SaaS now delivers a fully unified, open, cloud-managed platform supported by the Genetec Cloudlink line of appliances. Se...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the appointment of Robert Bullen as its Distribution Sales Manager South. With a proven track record of successful business development roles in the UK security industry, Robert is bringing his expertise and experience to support TDSi’s Distribution Partners and customers across the southern region of the UK and beyond. Developing strategic partnerships Commenting on Robert’s appointment, Alex Rumsey, Sales Direct...

Scality, a pioneer in cyber-resilient storage software for the AI era, announced significant growth of its global partner ecosystem, which has doubled in size year-over-year. A channel-first strategy fueled Scality’s exceptional growth rate, with Q4 2024 alone seeing a record-breaking 60% of sales driven by the VAR community. Impressive channel growth Scality's VAR channel is now the top driver of sales for the ARTESCA product line, augmenting the continued strong business growth seen t...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneering organization for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world, is delighted to announce that it will be awarding Les Allan, former Chair of AUCSO, a Fellowship. Les was AUCSO’s Chair between 2021 and 2023, and Vice Chair between 2019 and 2021. Recently retired from his role as Director of Safeguarding Services at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Les now works as a consultant&...

Ulefone launched the performance powerhouse Armor 28 Ultra Series. Dimensity 9300+ global debut, 16GB + 1TB massive storage. Its Thermal Version features next-gen AI-powered thermal imaging. Ulefone celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of the Armor 28 Ultra series, a lineup of rugged smartphones designed to deliver unparalleled performance and innovation. AMOLED dual-screen technology With an Antutu score exceeding 2.3 million, these devices set a new model for rugged smartphones...

IronYun, a pioneer in Vision AI for security, safety, and enterprise operations, announced its board of directors has named Salesforce and ServiceNow veteran Marshall Tyler as its new Chief Executive Officer. Tyler’s appointment follows a period of 3x growth at IronYun, reflecting increasing demand for the company’s Vaidio® AI Vision Platform, which transforms conventional video into actionable visual intelligence. Prior roles of Tyler  Tyler joined IronYun as COO in 2024...

The highly anticipated 2025 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) took place last night (20th February) at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, bringing together a distinguished gathering of professionals from across the UK security sector. This prestigious event once again showcased the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations dedicated to security excellence. Opportunity for buyers and suppliers Once again, NSI-certified companies were well represented among...

ONE of the pioneering deep water test facilities in the UK is marking a decade of being at the beating heart of innovation. The project to construct a 1.2 million liter Deep Recovery Facility at the Cumbria HQ of Forth Engineering was fraught with technical and financial challenges. But a refusal to accept failure led to its eventual completion – and subsequent use for everything from the testing of a three-meter remote control whale, to complex underwater robots. Ten years of the DRF T...

Hikvision has been awarded EcoVadis Silver Medal, a prestigious recognition from the world-renowned sustainability rating platform. This award highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and its significant contributions toward advancing a more sustainable future, guided by its philosophy of “Tech for A Better World.” Hikvision’s sustainability journey Receiving the EcoVadis Silver Medal marks a key milestone in Hikvision’s sust...

In 2025, access management can be a whole lot easier. By making access part of their digital processes, businesses can put time-consuming key management and the cost of changing the locks firmly behind them. Making this switch is a lot easier than many people think. Security and facilities managers everywhere are all too familiar with the drawbacks of outmoded access management workflows. Cumbersome keychains, lost keys, security staff tied to their desks, and mountains of manual key tracking....

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced Genetec Cloudlink™ 210, the industry’s first cloud-managed appliance to support multiple security workloads, including video management, access control, and intrusion detection. As the latest addition to the Genetec Cloudlink family, this new device simplifies security infrastructure by consolidating critical functions into a single, scalable appliance. Designed for hybrid environments, Cloudlink 210 provi...

ATRIUM is an edge-based access control system that makes installations faster, simpler, and more cost-effective for everyone. Its innovative two-door controller architecture and handy ATRIUM Finder smartphone app combine to set a new benchmark in efficiency in access control. Smarter system architecture Installing fewer controllers means reduced setup time, less tedious cabling, and a quicker route to project completion. This streamlined process enables installers to work more efficiently. A...

Pioneer in cloud-based physical security technology, Verkada, announced a $200 million Series E funding round. The round was led by General Catalyst, with significant investment from Eclipse and additional participation from new and existing investors. Since its founding in 2016, Verkada has raised more than $700 million in funding, and the latest round values the company at $4.5 billion. Verkada's six product lines Machine learning and applied computer vision have be...

Over the last 10 years, threats to the UK, including espionage, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and disinformation, have increased dramatically in volume and velocity. Globally, multiple state-on-state conflicts pose serious risks, with the potential to escalate into both intra and intercontinental struggles. Range of sub-sectors Private Equity activity across Security-Tech has continued to grow year-on-year, with 191 direct investments made since 2018 across a range of sub-sectors. These include...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the launch of the SpaceLogic™ Touchscreen Room Controller, an all-in-one device that leverages modern technology and seamlessly merges an innovative user interface with advanced functionality, setting a new standard for energy management and room control in buildings. Building owners and facility managers in both new and retrofit projects are under increasing pressure to...

Hochiki, a pioneer in life safety solutions, is celebrating the first anniversary of its Training Academy. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Hochiki's commitment to education and advancement within the fire safety industry. With over a century of experience, Hochiki has earned a reputation for manufacturing reliable and innovative life safety products. The Training Academy builds upon this legacy, providing fire safety professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to eff...