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2024 was a big year for M&A in the security market

Big news on the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) front is closing out 2024, a year in which several shifts changed the face of the physical security manufacturer community. Announced in December, German giant Bosch Group is selling its Building Technologies division’s product business for security and communications technology to the European investment firm Triton.  Bosch division selling to Triton  The transaction encompasses three business units – Video, Access and...

Hirsch relaunches brand with advanced security platform

Hirsch, a global security technology pioneer advancing physical security, video intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital identification solutions, announces the relaunch of its iconic brand and strengthened focus on the industry’s most complete high-security, end-to-end platform. This milestone follows the purchase of Identiv’s physical and cybersecurity business units by Vitaprotech, positioning Hirsch as the global pioneer in physical security, video intelligence, and identity sol...

CFIUS approves Identiv's sale of security business to Vitaprotech

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States ("CFIUS") has now approved Identiv's transaction to sell its physical security business and assets to Vitaprotech, the security solutions provider that also acquired British manufacturer, Tdsi in 2019. The Identiv sale was originally announced in April this year, but was subject to regulatory approval under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and to approval from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). On August...

The PSA Network celebrates exceptional technology partnerships with awards at TEC 2024

The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the 12 recipients of the Technology Partner Achievement Awards at PSA TEC 2024 (TEC) in Dallas, Texas. PSA awarded Johnson Controls Security Products with the Nova Award for achieving the highest partner sales and Hanwha Vision with the Superstar Technology Partner of the Year Achievement Award for their exceptional partnership. Remarkable achievements  “Our success is deeply...

Identiv announces asset purchase agreement with security solutions provider Vitaprotech for $145 million

Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT), has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to sell its physical security, access card, and identity reader operations and assets to Vitaprotech, a security solutions provider. The proceeds from the sale will significantly strengthen Identiv’s financial position, generating capital to fund future organic and inorganic growth of its specialty IoT solutions business.  Under t...

PSA Network unveils 2024 P3 partners

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2024.  The P3 program is a performance-based initiative designed for technology partners. It assesses and categorises partners according to a set of criteria that mirror their achievements and impact within the network. 2024 strategic P3 partnerships Partners meeting the minimum annual sales threshold undergo evaluation on a weighted scale. The cum...

Identiv launches Vision AI high-performance video analytics for advanced security and business intelligence

Identiv, Inc., a pioneer in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), launched Vision AI, a high-performance video analytics solution that transforms how users perceive, interpret, and act on visual data. Specifically designed to meet the critical needs of various sectors—including government, healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, banks, smart cities, event venues, and public transportation hubs—Vision AI provides unparalleled video analytics capab...

Maximise control of IP video network with the new barox: IDENTIV Velocity Vision VMS plug-in

barox Kommunikation AG, the manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, has released a new IDENTIV DMS plug-in that provides simple integration, flexibility and extended user control for the Velocity Vision Video Management System (VMS). barox’s capability to integrate their advanced DMS network monitoring tool is unique in the CCTV market and greatly extends Velocity Vision control functionality. By enabling easy integration to the barox Et...

Identiv’s access control solutions granted FedRAMP marketplace authorisation

Identiv, Inc., digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced that its cloud-based Hirsch Velocity security management software, Velocity Vision video management system (VMS), and Hirsch Mx Controller products have been granted Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (FedRAMP) Marketplace Authorisation following a rigorous, multi-year assessment process. FedRAMP is a U.S. government-wide program that promotes the adoption of secure cloud service...

Identiv introduces industry’s first battery-free metal sensor IoT devices for optimised performance in adverse environments

Identiv, Inc., a provider in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced the launch of the market’s first sensory Tag on Metal (TOM®) label, developed in collaboration with French sensor and IC specialist Asygn. The on-metal sensor devices, based on Asygn’s next-generation AS321X IC platform, capture temperature and strain data near metallic objects. Tracking these and other sensor data, Identiv’s Asygn-based devices are ideal for industr...

Identiv to showcase the IoT in motion at RFID Journal LIVE! 2023

Identiv, Inc., digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced it will showcase its innovative IoT-enabling radio frequency identification (RFID), near field connection (NFC), and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) solutions at RFID Journal LIVE! 2023 in Orlando, FL, May 9-11, 2023. LIVE! is the world’s largest conference and exhibition focussed on RFID and related technologies. What: RFID Journal LIVE! 2023When: May 9 - 11, 2023Where: Orange County Conventi...

Identiv makes intelligent, integrated video surveillance and access control easy to adopt and manage with the Velocity Vision Ecosystem

Identiv, Inc., a global pioneer in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), introduces its expanded Velocity Vision Ecosystem, the industry’s most robust, enterprise-level solution delivered by a single solutions provider. The new ecosystem merges the powerful features of Identiv’s Velocity access control and video platforms with best-in-class cloud storage, hyper-converged infrastructure, and analytics into a single point of contact, facilitating integra...

PSA announces sponsors for PSA TEC 2023

The PSA Network (PSA), the consortium of professional systems integrators announced the lineup of sponsors for PSA TEC 2023 (TEC), which is taking place in Dallas, Texas, USA, from May 1-4, 2023. “This year’s PSA TEC has a remarkable lineup of sponsors that enable us to exceed our members' expectations,” said Matt Barnette, President and CEO of the PSA Network, adding “TEC has established a reputation for high-quality educational offerings, networking, and exclusive enga...

PSA Network expands elite P3 technology partner programme and unveils 2023 P3 partners

The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announces the PSA Partner Programme (P3) members for 2023. The 2023 P3 provides technology partners with additional opportunities to connect with PSA members and owners. P3 technology partners are required to meet specific criteria that align with PSA's strategic goals and offer the most advantages to PSA members and owners. These strategic partnerships empower PSA integrators to enhance their servi...

Identiv announces scale computing partnership to streamline video and access control deployments

Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT) announced, in partnership with Scale Computing, a market pioneer in edge computing, virtualisation, and hyper-converged solutions, the launch of Identiv Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) Powered by Scale Computing. The solution delivers Identiv applications, including Hirsch Velocity visitor management software and its Velocity Vision video management system (VMS) for total situational awarenes...

Telaeris’ XPressEntry software now available on IDEMIA Biometric Tablets

Telaeris, Inc., a handheld solution provider for physical access control systems (PACS), has announced their new system integration with IDEMIA from the Security Essen event. Telaeris’s XPressEntry software is now available on IDEMIA’s ID Screen biometric tablets to offer gateless access control, entry / exit tracking, emergency evacuation mustering, and events and training attendance tracking for both commercial and government markets worldwide. “XPressEntry and ID Screen tab...

360 Vision Technology and CNI Security Group announce the 2nd ‘CNI Security Technology’ Day, aboard the Royal Navy ship - HQS Wellington

Building on their highly successful previous event, the CNI Security Group will be hosting their 2nd ‘CNI Security Technology’ Day, aboard the former WW2 Royal Navy escort ship - HQS Wellington, located on the river Thames at Victoria Embankment, London. The free-to-attend CNI Security Group event, which will be held on Wednesday, 29th June 2022, from 9.30 am – 4.00 pm, will focus on fully integrated, secure and future-proofed best-of-breed, end-to-end solutions for high-secur...

PSA announces an impressive list of sponsors supporting the PSA TEC 2022

PSA, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announces the line-up of sponsors for PSA TEC 2022, which will be held in Denver, Colorado, on May 16-19 and virtually on May 24-26, 2022. “We are excited to have an impressive list of sponsors supporting TEC 2022,” said Chris Salazar-Mangrum, PSA’s Vice President of technology partners. “PSA TEC is known for its educational lineup, networking events and exclusive time with the top players in...

360 Vision Technology to exhibit at the ‘Integrated CNI Technology Solutions’ Security Technology Open House

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, will be exhibiting their latest range of professional PTZ cameras and detection technologies aboard HQS Wellington, as part of an upcoming ‘Integrated CNI Technology Solutions’ Technology Open House event. A former WW2 Royal Navy escort ship, HQS Wellington is moored on the river Thames at Victoria Embankment, London. The free to attend event, to be held on Wednesday 1st December 2021, 9....

How should the security industry promote diversity?

Diversity in a company’s workforce is arguably more important now than ever. Societal awareness of the importance of diversity has grown, and many people see diversity as an important factor that reflects positively (or negatively) on a company’s culture and image in the marketplace. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What should the security industry do to promote workplace diversity?

Which technologies are transforming airport security?

Air travel is returning to pre-pandemic levels. COVID and its aftermath have added new compliance and operational concerns for airport security, and social and political volatility around the world emphasises the need for constant vigilance. A range of new technologies are enhancing airport security, not to mention providing new tools to simplify processes throughout the airport. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: Which technologies are transforming airport security? 

How well do systems meet video surveillance needs in prisons?

Keeping prisoners safely housed is among the biggest challenges the security industry faces. Correctional applications of security technology are often more extreme and require a specialised mix of technologies. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the video security and surveillance needs in prisons, and how well do technologies meet those needs? Are there any ethical qualms about selling to prisons?

SIA recognises Gabrielle Shea as the 2021 recipient of the Industry Advocate Award

The Security Industry Association (SIA) names Gabrielle Shea – Public Policy Manager, government relations and public policy at NEC Corporation of America – as the 2021 recipient of the SIA Industry Advocate Award, which recognises leadership in public policy. Shea will be presented with the award on September 21 at Part 3 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. The SIA Industry Advocate Award – formerly the SI...

Identiv to showcase their video management system (VMS) and access-control-as-a-service offerings at ISC West 2021

Identiv, Inc, a pioneer in digital identification and security, will showcase its recently expanded visual intelligence and operating expense (OPEX)-focused solutions at ISC West 2021, including its innovative video management system (VMS) and access-control-as-a-service (ACaaS) offerings. Attendees will be able to view Identiv’s complete product portfolio, including physical access control and cybersecurity, video and data analytics, door readers, and radio-frequency identification (RFID...

Security Industry Association announces the agenda, schedule and speaker lineup for SIA GovSummit 2021 Part 2 virtual event

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda and speaker lineup for Part 2 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, its annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2021 is being held as a three-part virtual conference, the first of which took place on April 28, with Parts 2 and 3 taking place on June 9 and Sept 21, 2021, respectively. SIA GovSummit 2021 Part 2 Each year, SIA GovSummit brings together government security leaders with private industry...

Identiv shares details on why Bahnhof Data Centre is one of the world’s most secure buildings

Pionen is a former civil defence centre constructed in the White Mountains Södermalm borough of Stockholm, Sweden in 1943 to safeguard essential government functions. It was transformed into a data centre by the Swedish internet service provider, Bahnhof. Sweden’s Bahnhof Data Centre was officially opened on September 11, 2008, and the company continues to use the facility till now. The building is concealed under the mountain and is secured by a 15.75 in (40 cm) thick door and can o...

How can the security industry enhance contact tracing?

Contact tracing has been more than a buzzword during the coronavirus pandemic. In some cases, it has been an issue of life and death. Tracking who an infected person has been in contact with is an important tool to minimise disease spread, and technology from the physical security industry claimed a role in contact tracing early on – and continues to provide benefits as companies seek to reopen. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: How can the security industry enhance conta...

Identiv appoints Leigh Dow as the vice president of marketing to expand business and sales activities

Identiv, Inc., a pioneer in digital identification and security, announces the addition of Leigh Dow as Vice President of Marketing. Dow’s appointment to this newly created role is part of the company’s ongoing transformation to become the provider of security and identity solutions that make the world safer and smarter. She reports directly to Identiv’s CEO Steven Humphreys. Dow brings exceptional experience across all facets of media and marketing strategy and development on...

Physical security in 2021: Post-pandemic solutions

In a world forever changed by the coronavirus pandemic, companies worldwide are now expanding their concept of physical security to best safeguard their facilities and employees. Few incidents have had as much of an impact on businesses globally as the COVID-19 pandemic; much of the world is still struggling to contain COVID-19, navigating the lasting effects and exploring what the “new normal” looks like. While some organisations are still engaged primarily in “anywhere oper...

Looking back at 2020: Cloud systems expand in shadow of COVID

The cloud is here to stay. Its resilience and ability to connect the world during during the COVID-19 pandemic has proved its worth, even to the uninitiated who have now witnessed first-hand the value of connected systems. Video and access control as a service provides a flexible and fluid security and business solution to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry, where the changing threat landscape means investing in the cloud is an investment towards success. This article will look ba...

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