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IDEMIA Public Security North America, the pioneering provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, in partnership with the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Samsung, is proud to announce the launch of the West Virginia Mobile ID to Samsung Wallet. West Virginia Residents can now securely store their mobile ID in their Samsung Wallet on a Samsung Galaxy device and use the credential to verify their identities directly from their mobile phones at TSA checkpoints at pa...

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...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is excited to announce that Medeco Security Center (MSC), the premier program for security professionals, has changed its name to ASSA ABLOY Security Partners (AASP). While Medeco is the founder and still a major part of the program, over time, the program has evolved to include all ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions brands. This rebranding, including a logo update, now better represents what the program offers. Mechanical door opening hardware ASSA ABLOY Security...

With an impressive array of new features, the VIGIL 13 release takes the user experience to a new level.  Revolutionizing vehicle recognition The first key update worth noting is the ANPR software. This innovative feature allows users to capture license plates and store them in a database, enabling the generation of alarms based on these entries. Furthermore, users can filter searches by various parameters, including country, vehicle make and model, and even the vehicle's classification....

RecFaces, a pioneer in ready-made Facial Recognition Software (FRS), received an overwhelming footfall at Intersec 2025, one of the largest gatherings in the security industry. Attendees, including technology partners, system integrators, and consultants from various countries, were keen to learn more about the comprehensive range of products offered by RecFaces.  Id-Guard and Id-Gate Visitors from the manufacturing, hotel, transportation, real estate, retail, and oil & gas industrie...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired InVue, a US-based provider of precision-engineered connected asset protection and access control solutions. The company enables tailor-made security solutions to a broad spectrum of industries and retailers. Access control and asset protection "I am very pleased to welcome the InVue team to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to grow our business through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, Presi...

As manufacturers of metallic high-precision components for fuel cells and electrolysers, Feintool is continuously enhancing manufacturing processes to address the needs of the hydrogen industry. To strengthen the customers’ competitiveness, Feintool finds partners that share the same spirit of driving innovation and cost advantages as Feintool does. With Swedish Impact Coatings AB Feintool cooperates with a proven, reliable, and globally present specialist to further evolve the state-of-t...

Schlage, a trusted pioneer in home security and access solutions for over a century, announced its latest breakthroughs in smart lock technology at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES): the Schlage Sense Pro™ Smart Deadbolt and the Schlage Arrive™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt. Set to transform home access with its cutting-edge innovation, the Schlage Sense Pro™ Smart Deadbolt, which will feature Matter-over-Thread, delivers a hands-free unlocking experience...

Ipsotek, an Eviden business and global pioneer in AI Computer Vision solutions, has announced the launch of VISense, a groundbreaking addition to its VISuite platform that redefines real-time video analytics with Vision Language Models (VLMs).  VISense represents a major advancement in Generative AI integration, using VLMs to achieve detailed scene understanding and contextual insights empowering operators to make informed decisions promptly. Natural Language Detector Building on Ipsotek...

Awards continue to roll in for a Midlands company that has disrupted the access management industry with its innovative and highly secure key safes. The Key Safe Company, based in Worcester, won Business Innovation of the Year at the North Worcestershire Business Awards for its ark Tamo Pro–a robust key safe able to store keys at the point of need and, with its unique QR code technology, allow vital property information right there on site for authorized visitors. This type of cutting-edg...

Morphean, Europe’s secure direct-to-cloud video solutions company, has announced a strategic partnership with Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider. This collaboration will deliver cutting-edge security solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses, including across retail, smart cities, and banking, amid an increasingly complex threat environment.   Direct-to-cloud This partnership will benefit multi-site organizations and streamline their surveilla...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organizations keep their people and assets safe, announced a breakthrough in enterprise security operations using Anthropic’s Claude AI technology to transform traditional security monitoring from reactive alert processing into strategic intelligence operations. The new HiveWatch® AI Operator uses Claude’s advanced language understanding and reasoning capabilities to intelligently filter and contextualize security a...

Hikvision has hosted its 2024 HikTech Star Tour in Hangzhou, China. Over 100 tech talents from around the globe have gathered for a three-day immersive experience aimed at exploring cutting-edge innovations, sharing insights, and building a vibrant global tech community under the theme "Connecting Stars for Brilliance." In the months pioneering up to the event, Hikvision sparked a wave of creativity on global social media through the HikTech Star Show, encouraging tech enthusiasts worldwide to...

Interface Systems, a globally renowned managed service provider of security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has released its 2024 State of Remote Video Monitoring in Retail Chains report. The detailed study analyzed over 2 million monitoring requests across 4,156 retail locations in the United States from September 2023 to August 2024. Offering valuable insights to strengthen store security and protect employees, the report provides an overv...

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is kicking off ISC East 2024 in New York with a strong presence. At Booth #425, attendees can explore its comprehensive lineup of advanced surveillance solutions, including the scalable IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS and a wide range of AI-powered, NDAA-compliant video surveillance technologies. Designed to excel across key sectors such as banking, retail, education, and critical infras...

Hikvision successfully hosted its 2024 Shaping Intelligence Summit from October 28 to 31, in Hangzhou, China. During the summit, Hikvision and its global partners explored the latest innovations in AIoT (AI-powered Internet of Things) and highlighted the importance of industry collaborations in building a better world through technology. Future with AIoT technologies Hikvision is at the forefront of AIoT technologies, always pushing the limits of hardware skit Hikvision is at the forefront o...

Lloyd’s List has been the trusted source for news and intelligence about the global shipping industry for nearly 300 years. Now its award-winning journalism and expert analysis are available instantly, anywhere, with the launch of the new Lloyd’s List App.  Available on the App Store for iOS users and Google Play store for Android devices, the new Lloyd’s List App has a suite of customizable features to keep users connected to the trends, issues and events that matter in...

A leading security company has issued a warning to commuters after a worrying rise in theft and antisocial behavior at train stations. Kingdom Security, who provide a range of security measures including security personnel to a wide range of sites across the country are becoming increasingly concerned about a rise in theft at several train stations and are asking regular commuters to remain vigilant. Shoplifting offences According to the ONS, England, and Wales reached a new 20-year high with...

Enveil, the pioneering Privacy Enhancing Technology company protecting Data in Use, and Figure Eight Federal (F8F), provider of the world’s most advanced geospatial search engine and global location data feed announced a partnership and product integration enabling customers to securely and privately unlock value across a vast collection of anonymized mobile location data. The collaboration will allow F8F’s HYDRA AI Analytics Studio to leverage Enveil’s encrypted search capabi...

Kwikset®, a trusted pioneer in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, announced the upcoming launch of Halo Select, a smart door lock designed to provide a convenient and versatile security solution for the home. Halo Select stands out by offering both Wi-Fi and Matter built-in for homeowners seeking flexible, reliable, and integrated smart home security. Choose the connection method that suits their best, and ea...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, unveils its most comprehensive selection of Panoramic Turret Cameras, including 4 MP, 6 MP, and 8 MP ColorVu models, now available with limited-time pricing through December 31, 2024. These advanced cameras deliver 24/7 full-color video, offering unmatched coverage and flexibility for a wide range of industries, from retail and...

CIE Group, a security solutions distributor, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Quanika, a pioneer in innovative unified building management systems. This collaboration unites CIE’s distribution strength with Quanika’s technological expertise to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective solutions that meet the evolving needs of organizations across all commercial sectors. Unified building management system Quanika is a unified building management system that offers po...

Advantech, a pioneer in AIoT, announces that it has finalized its acquisition on block shares of AURES Technologies SA, a French company renowned for its POS and Kiosk brands. On October 1st, 2024, Advantech has closed block trade of 1,430,381 shares from the major AURES shareholder and subscribed the first tranche of convertible bonds of EUR 2,500,000 of principal amount. Following this acquisition, AURES will operate under the new brand name “ADVANTECH-AURES”, reflecting the colla...

Many businesses, both large and small, have capitalized on the trend of rapid technology adoption, but an organization's barrier to growth and predictable cash flow lies within its corporate walls: an efficient accounts payable (AP) process. The correct transformation in AP processes can offer a seamless alternative to high processing costs, tedious data entry and misplaced invoices, allowing businesses to reap the benefits of financial agility. Lack of process visibility The lack of process...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced a new collaborative intelligence feature for its AutoVu Cloudrunner™ vehicle-centric investigation system. Collaborative intelligence facilitates the sharing of ALPR data between partnered organizations such as local police departments, private businesses, and community groups. Cloudrunner platform By enabling organizations to...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, unveiled a range of product enhancements that deliver greater visibility and control for enterprises during its second annual customer conference, VerkadaOne. More than 1,600 IT and physical security pioneers gathered in Denver over three days to connect and learn about new solutions from Verkada that are empowering physical security pioneers to be more proactive and efficient than ever. Strategic investments "The power...

Axon, the global public safety technology pioneer, launched a new generation of body cameras designed for frontline workers in retail stores and healthcare facilities.  Axon Body Workforce adapts the same life-saving technology trusted by more than 2,000 law enforcement agencies around the world for enterprise organizations, helping them protect their most valuable resources — people. Axon Body Workforce Available for purchase in the U.S., Australia, Canada, EU, and U.K., Axon Body...

ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, opened its annual conference—Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 in Orlando. The event will continue through 25 September and feature more than 200 education sessions and approximately 500 exhibitors.  This year GSX featured two days of pre-conference events on Saturday and Sunday, including Secure Horizons: An Immersive Experience for Senior Security Executives, ASIS Volunteers’ Day, the...

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is kicking off GSX 2024 in Orlando with a strong presence. At Booth #1917, attendees can explore its comprehensive lineup of advanced surveillance solutions, including the scalable IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS and a wide range of AI-powered, NDAA-compliant video surveillance technologies. Innovative surveillance solutions These solutions highlight IDIS Americas' commitment to d...

Gcore, the global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider announced the launch of Gcore WAAP, its end-to-end web application and API protection solution. Gcore WAAP Leveraging advanced AI capabilities, Gcore WAAP integrates four powerful products in one solution: web application firewall (WAF), application-layer DDoS protection, bot management, and API security, all managed through an intuitive user interface. This comprehensive, multi-layered security solution protects digit...