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DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, released its annual forecast of cybersecurity predictions for identity, technology, and digital trust expected to shape the landscape in 2025 and beyond. These predictions provide a snapshot of the cybersecurity challenges and opportunities enterprises will encounter in the months ahead. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. Prediction 1: Post-Quantum Cryptography Takes Off...

On November 21, Ajax Systems hosted its sixth Ajax Special Event, an annual showcase of the company’s latest technologies and devices, which previously attracted over 2,000,000 online views. Moreover, 2024's offline events gather together professionals at 132 events in 43 countries. Product updates and releases The presentation focused on the product updates and releases across all Ajax portfolios:  IndoorCam DoorBell  MotionCam Outdoor HighMount (PhOD) Jeweller  Hub...

Sonatype, the end-to-end software supply chain security platform, and OpenText are partnering to offer a single integrated solution that combines open-source and custom code security, making finding and fixing vulnerabilities faster than ever. Together, Sonatype’s Software Composition Analysis (SCA) solutions and Static and Dynamic Application Security Testing (SAST/DAST) from Fortify by OpenText offer a comprehensive, integrated security solution spanning the entire software development...

High-quality skin care products, developed using the latest technologies and manufactured sustainably: the international Babor Beauty Group is represented in more than 70 countries with its sought-after beauty brands. Research and development as well as production take place at the company's headquarters in Aachen, Germany, while filling and logistics are located just a few miles away in Eschweiler.  Use of digital process In 2023, the family enterprise inaugurated a cutting-edge product...

High-quality skin care products, developed using the latest technologies and manufactured in a sustainable way: the international Babor Beauty Group is represented in more than 70 countries with its sought-after beauty brands. Research and development, as well as production, take place at the company's headquarters in Aachen, Germany, while filling and logistics are located just a few miles away in Eschweiler. In 2023, the family enterprise inaugurated a cutting-edge production facility here, k...

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 organisations and streamline their surv...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is pleased to introduce three 6 MP cameras in its Value Series, offering customers enhanced clarity, extended range, and affordability. Available at a special promotional discount through December 31, these models—part of Hikvision’s innovative 3-Series lineup—feature AcuSense technology, enabling efficient and pre...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched an innovative enhancement to its preventative maintenance offering, as a connected service to maximise equipment uptime, extend asset value, and support more sustainable operations. EntraServe Connect from the global pioneer in entrance control security solutions, enables organisations across high-demand environments, such as offices, stadia, and critical infrastructure sites, to keep their systems performing smoothly with minimal interruption. Gunnebo&rsq...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance released the 2025 edition of its annual Trends in Video Surveillance report, identifying six trends that will have the largest impact on businesses around the world in 2025.  Designed as a resource for business owners and security professionals, the report offers trend analysis, simple explanations of newer technology, and practical advice on implementing video surveillance in new ways.   AI in video surveil...

Elite Interactive Solutions is well known as a remote video guarding pioneer that uses proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, but a recent incident underscores how the company also swiftly intervenes when catastrophic or safety issues arise. Recently, Elite Security Operations Command Center (SOCC) operators took fast action after observing an unconscious individual at a client’s site.  Fast action with SOCC Operators executed a voice-down and...

The sensor solutions provider - HENSOLDT is further expanding its production capacities at the Ulm site. A second printed circuit board assembly line has already been put into operation in electronics production. A third assembly line is to follow in 2025. The total investment volume amounts to eight million Euros. Radar production Printed circuit boards are indispensable for HENSOLDT products. Given the security of supply in the procurement of electronic components and the high demand for pr...

Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), proudly announces the launch of SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent). This innovative software solution is poised to redefine security monitoring, offering unparalleled efficiency and cost-effectiveness, while reshaping how Global Security Operations Centres (GSOCs) operate. Security operations Centre A typical security operations centre relies on human workers to review video footage escalated by analytics, assess the situation, and decide...

Gcore, the global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider, and Ezditek, an innovator in data centre and digital infrastructure services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), have launched a joint venture focused on providing high-performance AI infrastructure in the KSA. The joint venture will develop an ‘AI factory’, which can be used for building, training, and deploying generative AI solutions locally and across the globe.    Ezditek’s...

Delta, a global pioneer in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions announced it has provided approximately 3,500 Delta M125HV PV inverters to MOVE ON Energy GmbH to power Europe's largest solar power plant, the 650MW Witznitz Solar Park. Located near Leipzig, Germany, this landmark project collectively generates enough green electricity to power 200,000 households annually, translating into a reduction in carbon emissions by over 250,000 tons each year. Robust perfor...

Matrix client, a pivotal divisional office within the Railways Department, manages railway operations across multiple divisions. Serving as the central administrative hub, the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) office is dedicated to ensuring safe, efficient, and dependable train services, while addressing operational challenges and enhancing the passenger experience. This case study explores the DRM office’s adoption of innovative communication strategies and processes that optimise manage...

Delta Electronics UK is a globally renowned provider of telecom, datacentre and industrial power solutions. Jason Butcher, Managing Director of Delta Electronics UK in Hemel Hempstead, recognised the importance of staying ahead in today’s rapidly evolving security landscape. With a commitment to ensuring the safety of employees and visitors, he sought to upgrade the company’s existing video security system. Although the current system was functional, it lacked the advanced AI-drive...

Precisely, the global pioneer in data integrity announced it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Migration and Modernisation Competency status for AWS Partners. This designation recognises that Precisely has demonstrated technical proficiency and proven customer success automating and accelerating customer application migration and modernisation journeys with its Precisely Data Integrity Suite. Precisely also announced continued support of the Data Integrity Suite in global AWS regions with...

Hopae, makers of the world’s most advanced digital identity solution, announced $6.5 million in funding as the company introduces its proprietary, patented Digital Credential eXpress (DCX) architecture to the U.S., simplifying the complex world of decentralised ID (DID) implementation. Hopae helps governments and institutions issue reusable, privacy-preserving, and unforgeable digital IDs and credentials. Its expansion and funding news comes as companies seek to comply with new inter...

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission for the professional security industry, is showcasing its expanded lineup of industry-proven technologies at ISC East 2024 in booth 713. The expanded product portfolio further addresses the evolving needs of security professionals, offering robust solutions for access control, video surveillance, fire, and network management, designed to streamline deployment and better protect critical infrastructure. Data transmission solutions...

Bugcrowd, the pioneer in crowdsourced security announced an alliance with Least Authority, a Berlin-based pioneer in secure use of advanced cryptographic techniques. Least Authority provides customised services to support FinTech and Web3 products through design and development, including code audits, specification reviews, and system architecture assessments. Research and development The company specialises in the research and development of distributed systems, blockchain protocols, AI/ML a...

Axis Communications, the industry pioneer in video surveillance, announced the 9th generation of its purpose-built system-on-chip (SoC). The new ARTPEC-9 SoC offers advanced video compression to reduce bandwidth and storage needs, especially beneficial for cloud-based video solutions. With an incredibly low bitrate, the SoC helps deliver high-quality imaging with outstanding forensic detail. latest video analytics Additionally, ARTPEC-9 offers enhanced deep learning capabilities that all...

IDScan.net, the pioneer in AI-powered identity verification technology, proudly announces a year of significant growth in 2024.  This success has been driven by product innovation, increased efficacy in the detection of fake IDs, strategic hires, and the establishment of new partnerships, further solidifying IDScan.net’s position as a pioneer in ID scanning and identity verification.  Flagging fake and synthetic IDs The organisation has capitalised on growing ID fraud across a...

Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in access control and AI-powered security solutions, announces the launch of its “Switch to Alcatraz AI” promotion. From November 18, 2024, through February 15, 2025, this initiative offers an exclusive discount for new customers seeking to replace outdated biometric readers with Alcatraz AI’s advanced Rock or Rock X solutions–modern, frictionless facial authentication systems that enhance security without compromising user privacy. Physical and c...

Dallmeier, one of the providers of intelligent video security systems, will present its latest solutions for perimeter security at the Perimeter Protection in Nuremberg, Germany, from 14 to 16 January 2025. Dallmeier’s new Panomera® S4 Perimeter has been specifically developed for perimeter protection in security-sensitive areas. Thanks to the unique combination of special optical geometry and two complementary AI instances, the new system offers maximum security performance. Perimet...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations 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 contextualise security a...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced that Absolute Secure Endpoint (SE) is now available in the AWS Marketplace, a digital catalogue with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS).  Absolute SE delivers resilient visibility, control, security, and fast recovery across globally distributed PC fleets. As part of the Absolute Resilience Platform,...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions hosted the 'Suprema Global Partner Program (SGPP) 2024' in Malta, a Mediterranean island in Europe. The event brought together partners from around the world to discuss Suprema’s future vision and business strategies. SGPP 2024 The two-day event, held from November 20th to 21st, marked SGPP’s 13th anniversary. Inspired by Malta’s mythological significance as a turning point in Odysseus’s journey in The Odyssey, 2...

inter airport Southeast Asia, the premier trade exhibition and conference for airport innovation and technology in Asia will return to Singapore from 25 to 27 March 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands. The 8th edition is expected to bring together over 3,500 representatives of the aviation industry in Asia, influencers in the airports and airlines community, and 150+ exhibitors, including world-class solution providers and airport equipment suppliers, to connect, find synergies, build partnerships, an...

CIE Group, a pioneering provider of security and audiovisual solutions, has announced it is now the exclusive UK distributor for VOLO, a leading innovator in cloud-based access control systems. This agreement will see CIE Group supplying VOLO’s comprehensive solution to UK businesses and organisations aiming to enhance security, streamline access management, and gain valuable data-driven insights. VOLO's access control  "We are thrilled to be the exclusive distributor for VOLO's in...

The Salvation Army's mission is to meet human needs wherever and whenever necessary. Their presence spans 13 Western states, plus Guam, the Marshall Islands, and Micronesia. This commitment to service is supported by local programmes that are tailored to each community’s specific needs, and technology plays a crucial role in ensuring that these operations run smoothly. Addressing security challenges As part of their long-term goal to modernise security and streamline operations, the Sal...