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Hikvision hosted the LED Displays Launch Event 2024, showcasing significant upgrades in R&D and product lineup. This spectacular event impressed the global audience with the coordinated operations of dual manufacturing bases, the debut of its 5th generation LED cabinets, as well as the launch of diverse LED products for outdoor displays, creative displays, modules, and controllers. Foundation of Success Widely known for its video security solutions, Hikvision ventured into...
Israeli startup company Revealense has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-based technology platform called Illuminator, designed to identify the behavioral DNA of individuals using video analysis. The system has the potential to transform decision-making processes for managers, investigators, psychologists, and researchers by providing high-quality bias-free, and precise insights, with accuracy rates of up to 92%. Human behavior analysis The technology is a significant advancement in the anal...
Quod Orbis, the London-based cyber security Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) firm, has announced it has been acquired by Dedagroup, one of the pioneering Italian IT players, to power the next phase of its global growth strategy. Dedagroup is a private independent group, based in northern Italy, with offices in Europe and the US and a 2023 revenue of €342million. Risk and Compliance Strategy As a customer of Quod Orbis, Dedagroup recognized the value of its CCM platform and subs...
Next DLP (Next), a pioneer in insider risk and data protection announced the launch of Secure Data Flow, a groundbreaking capability within the Reveal Platform that uses the "What, Where, Who and How" of data’s origin, movements and modifications to provide unparalleled protection. Revolutionising data protection In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, legacy data protection technologies are falling short. They rely heavily on pattern matching, regular expressions, keywords, user-applie...
Emergency pull-wire switches have become established as "extended emergency-stop" buttons, especially along conveyor belts: one pull on the wire, and the relevant part of the machine comes to a safe halt. As long as the conveyor is running in a straight line - as is usually the case - the wire can easily be tensioned within the maximum approved deflection over distances of up to 2 x 100 meters. For this task, the accessories range from steute includes both closed and open eye bolts. Multiflex...
Drata, the continuous security and compliance automation platform, debuted the first look of a new capability to streamline and expedite security questionnaires at the company’s annual user conference, Drataverse. Drata AI Questionnaire Automation was showcased live to over 600 governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), IT, and cybersecurity professionals. AI Questionnaire Automation During sales cycles, organizations of all sizes often spend countless hours manually crafting replies to hu...
ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School (BBCHS) to mitigate gun-related violence. BBCHS Located in Kankakee County, Illinois, BBCHS educates approximately 1,900 students from Bradley, Bourbonnais, and St. George school districts. The ex...
Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security has added another manufacturing accolade to its list, taking home the award for Security Manufacturer of the Year at the 2024 Fire & Security Matters Awards held in Coventry. Manufacturer of the Year The Manufacturer of the Year award recognizes a manufacturer of security systems that has gone above and beyond in its commitment to innovation and/or its systems meet the highest standards. This recent award win follows a string of...
Barco, a pioneer in control room solutions, is showcasing its updated portfolio designed for the control rooms market at InfoComm 2024 (Las Vegas, NV, 12-14 June). With new flagship products in control room software, as well as its LED video walls and LCD video walls, the company sets new standards for the market. To optimally bring these products to market, Barco announces partnerships with WESCO, the major US distributor of professional electronics, and the French distributor IP-Partner...
Acronis, a pioneer in cybersecurity and data protection, is pleased to introduce Acronis XDR the newest addition to the company’s security solution portfolio. Easy to deploy, manage, and maintain, Acronis XDR expands on the current endpoint detection and response (EDR) offering and delivers complete natively integrated, highly efficient cybersecurity with data protection, endpoint management, and automated recovery specifically built for managed service providers (MSPs). Acronis XDR Cyb...
Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced the appointment of Jason de Souza as the new Managing Director for Latin America & the Caribbean (LATCAR). Jason de Souza With over 25 years of experience in the IT and security sectors, de Souza brings a proven track record of delivering results, growing revenue, and building long-term relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders across the diverse...
Kaseya, the global provider of AI-powered cybersecurity and IT management software kicked off its Kaseya DattoCon Europe event at the Convention Center in Dublin, Ireland. Kaseya DattoCon Europe The event welcomes 1,800+ industry pioneers from around the EMEA region and includes three days of sessions, training, and networking parties. Attendees will learn about Kaseya’s solutions including the recently launched Kaseya 365 and how they can best utilize their products to maximize efficie...
The Keyholding Company (TKC) are tech-enabled security specialists, passionate about raising the bar on effective security management. They help clients design physical security solutions that genuinely move the needle to create safer spaces and empower security professionals to make intelligent, data-driven decisions. Risk Management Tool The Risk Management Tool is a new feature in TKC’s existing online platform and an industry-first, set to transform physical security risk mana...
A new partnership between Transmit Security and HYPE, the pioneering neobank in the Italian market, has been launched to set new standards for daily money management activities with best-in-class ease of use. By adopting Transmit Security’s cutting-edge authentication solutions, the Italian neobank will provide its more than 1.8 million users with a state-of-the-art user experience, maintaining high standards of security and user-friendliness. Data-driven approach This collaboration bet...
Gunnebo Entrance Control, a global provider of stylish entrance control solutions, has attained ISO 27001 certification, marking a significant milestone in its dedication to information security excellence. ISO 27001 - the world's best-known standard for information security management systems (ISMS) - defines the requirements for compliance and provides valuable guidance for creating, delivering, monitoring, and evolving the management of risks while keeping owned data protected. Protection o...
In the current dynamic environment, the need for robust and responsive security systems is paramount. Assimilating access control and time-attendance solutions with Building Management Systems (BMS) via the BACnet Integration provides a comprehensive approach to ensuring proactive security and efficient building operations. This integration bridges the gap between various systems, creating a cohesive and responsive security network. Here’s a closer look at how this integration enhances se...
IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) strengthens its commitment to sustainability with the launch of GREENPAY Wallet, a key milestone in the development of a comprehensive and ambitious CSR strategy. As a pioneer in the payments sector, IST has a responsibility to involve its entire ecosystem in driving positive change, and this innovative offer is a perfect response to this imperative, enabling both banks and their customers around the world to easily engage in favor of the defense of the environm...
SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, has announced a new offering on its Atlas platform, SailPoint Risk Connectors. As part of its Atlas platform, SailPoint Risk Connectors makes it easier for organizations to make informed access decisions based on an identity’s third-party risk scores. Speed is essential to risk mitigation, especially in delivering secure access to critical data and applications for all enterprise identities today. SailPo...
Halftime in the run-up to the next INTERSCHUTZ (1 to 6 June 2026 in Hannover): the next edition of the world’s pioneering trade fair for the fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety, and security opens its doors in two years. The focus topics have already been finalized. Alongside the impacts of climate change and a turning point in civil protection, the spotlight will also be on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in control centers, situation centers, and at the sc...
LiveAction, the pioneer in-network intelligence announced deeper technology integrations within the Cisco ecosystem, further solidifying its commitment to empowering network and security operations teams with comprehensive, end-to-end network visibility, and packet capture forensics. Enhanced security and visibility The foundation of these integrations is the certification of LiveWire, LiveAction’s market-pioneering packet analysis solution, to run on high-performance Cisco Unified Compu...
Northern Data Group, a provider of High-Performance Computing (HPC) solutions announces the launch of its inaugural AI Accelerator, designed to fast-track AI innovation and bring the world's best ideas to life. Selected startups will be able to rapidly establish or scale a proof of concept for their AI concepts. NVIDIA HGX H100 GPU servers Selected startups will receive complimentary access to ultra-fast NVIDIA HGX H100 GPU servers connected with NVIDIA Quantum-2 InfiniBand networking....
Automated Logic is proud to announce the expansion of its OptiFlex controller line for the WebCTRL® building automation system. Two new controllers join the OptiFlex family, including the OptiFlex 022 (OF022-E2) zone controller and the OptiFlex compact segment router (OFCSR-E2). These controllers feature dual IP ports for convenient daisy-chain deployment and a compact footprint for a more flexible system design. Automated Logic, a provider of innovative building-management solutions,...
OSI Systems, Inc. announced that its Security division was awarded a contract from an international airport for approximately $42 million to provide a range of checkpoint and hold baggage screening solutions. Maintenance, service, and support Among the systems to be included are the RTT® 110 (Real Time Tomography) explosive detection system for screening hold baggage, Orion® 920CT (Computed Tomography) checkpoint screening system integrated with Rapiscan TRS™ (Tray Return System)...
The Entrust Cybersecurity Institute released survey findings on the state of Zero Trust adoption and encryption in 2024. Entrust’s eighteenth annual study conducted by the Ponemon Institute reveals that the risk of a cyber breach is the number one global driver for Zero Trust strategy implementation. Zero Trust security practice “With the rise of costly breaches and AI-generated deepfakes, synthetic identity fraud, ransomware gangs, and cyber warfare, the threat landscape is...
DataTracks, a globally renowned provider of regulatory reporting solutions, has recently introduced the availability of the UKSEF Multi-Target Document tagging method through its DataTracks Rainbow™ software. Unified iXBRL output The Multi Target Document feature allows companies to tag their annual reports using both the UK Single Electronic Format (UKSEF) and Financial Reporting Council (FRC) taxonomies and generate a unified iXBRL output. This makes it easy to file a single, fully ta...
Market Logic Software, the pioneer in insights management solutions announced the launch of DeepSights™ API. DeepSights is the first AI assistant trained to provide accurate, relevant answers to business questions about markets and consumers. By using the new API to integrate DeepSights seamlessly with any business application, enterprises can infuse invaluable insights into their business processes and as a result, systematically drive better decision-making. Higher quality responses U...
The Keynetics-supplied SentriGuard electronic key safe, previously certified to LPS 1175 C1 and already unsurpassed in terms of security by any other supplier on the market, has strengthened its position through the achievement of an LPS 1175 C3 rating. C3 level security rating This phenomenal result was achieved by continuous product development and recurring testing, which resulted in the use of a shroud (a customized steel key safe ‘armor’) and specified fixings to guarantee the...
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that 16 major international companies have committed to new voluntary international AI standards established at the Bletchley Park summit. These standards aim to foster transparency, accountability, and research the risk in AI development. Developing AI safety standards Roman Kucera, Chief Technology Officer at Ataccama, commented, “Six months is relatively little time to show significant progress, but the international commitment to maintaini...
Smart Axiata, the mobile network operator in Cambodia, has announced the successful launch of the Next Generation Signaling Firewall (NGSF) and Intrusion Detection System (IDS) in collaboration with SecurityGen, a global telecom cybersecurity firm. These cutting-edge systems mark a significant milestone in Smart’s ongoing efforts to safeguard its network infrastructure and protect customer data. NGSF The NGSF is not just a defense mechanism; it serves as a bastion of network security,...
As more countries adopt the concept of digital identity, regulators are keen to showcase their plans and successes. But what do businesses think about this shift? To find out, Regula, a global developer of forensic devices and identity verification (IDV) solutions, commissioned a study to survey companies across different regions and industries to get a sense of their readiness, concerns, and expectations for digital identities. Digital identity Digital identity is considered to be a way to i...
