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Compact IP video intercom – the X-205 Series by Viking Electronics

Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication, all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.  X-Series “We are thrilled to introduce the new X-Series,” said Greg Yocom, Senior Sales Engineer for Viking Electronics, adding “These intercoms offer our customers the features they want and the reliability they trust.” Built-in HD video camera The intercoms feature a built-in HD video camera with H.264 video compre...

Teledyne FLIR releases new 80° wide-angle thermal lens and port adapter for FLIR thermal cameras

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated introduced a new 80° lens with an ultra-wide field of view, designed to enable maintenance managers, engineers, and mechanical technicians to keep an eye on assets in a large target area for continuous monitoring, condition monitoring, and early intervention of developing faults. The 80° lens is compatible with FLIR A400/500/700 Image Streaming and Smart Sensor fixed-mount thermal cameras, A500f/A700f Advanced Smart Sensor camera...

Teledyne FLIR expands Lepton camera family with ultra-wide 160-degree FOV

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the Lepton UW, the world's first micro-thermal camera module with an ultrawide 160-degree field of view (FOV) that is small enough to fit on the tip of a finger. The new ultra-wide module provides unbeatable size, weight, and performance for applications requiring a wide field of view, including fire detection, process monitoring, and people counting. Lepton UW features Lepton UW features a usable 120 x 120 thermal resol...

Carlisle Support Services appoints Senior Security Advisor

Carlisle Support Services further strengthens security operations by appointing Stephen Grainger as Senior Security Advisor. This strategic addition underscores the company's commitment to continuous improvement of service delivery to its world-class client profile.    Having operated in strategic positions of authority and operations within policing in London, the finance sector, local authorities, and within the sporting and events industry at international levels, Stephen...

SwiftConnect and HID Collaborate with British Land to bring connected access experiences to a Trophy Building in London via digital wallet solution

Harnessing digital automation technology to transform people's experiences in its commercial buildings, British Land Company PLC (“British Land”), one of Europe’s largest listed real estate investment companies, has deployed connected access at its Broadgate, 100 Liverpool Street office building in London. Through a collaboration with HID and SwiftConnect, people can use their employee badge in Apple Wallet for seamless access at this trophy building with their iPhones and Ap...

Bedeo launches retrofit tech that makes a diesel van electric at the press of a button

Security installers concerned about the cost and availability of buying a new electric van when there is still life in their existing vehicle have an alternative: an advanced retrofit solution using innovative in-wheel motor (IWM) technology that fits existing diesel vans to make them both electric and/or diesel at the touch of a button.  RE-100 Range Extender Launched by BEDEO, an electric vehicle supplier and manufacturer based in Farnham, the new RE-100 Range Extender, part of its...

Wazuh to unveil the latest evolution of their open-source cybersecurity platform, Wazuh 4.6.0

In a world where digital threats evolve unprecedentedly, staying ahead of the curve is a necessity. The Wazuh team is delighted to unveil the latest evolution of their open-source cybersecurity platform, Wazuh 4.6.0. Together with its open-source community, Wazuh has implemented innovative strategies to enhance and fortify its cybersecurity platform to ensure organisation’s IT infrastructure remains resilient. Wazuh 4.6.0 introduces new security features, enhanced feature sets, improved p...

Allied Universal’s 10 retail shopping safety tips to keep holiday heists and christmas criminals from ruining the magic of the season

With a rise in looting, smash-and-grabs, active assailants, and other security-impacting incidents in malls and retail locations, shoppers are concerned about their safety this upcoming holiday season. Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, knows better than most that the holidays mean an uptick in crime, with the severity and frequency of these incidents almost certainly heightened in November and December. Author's quote “Retailers...

Secutech returns in April 2024 with a strong focus on artificial intelligence and IoT

The dates are set for the return of Secutech, Asia’s ultimate business and technology platform for security, loT, and AI integration. Together with facial recognition, big data, 5G, or cloud computing, these security technologies continue to advance at a rapid pace and Secutech remains one of the most influential platforms to reflect these trends. The 25th edition will be held from 24 – 26 April 2024 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre. More than 300 local and international exhi...

Mayflex welcomes Ben James to the security sales team

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has appointed Ben James in the role of Account Manager for Converged Technology with an emphasis on IP Security.   Ben James joins Mayflex from Motorola Solutions where he was a Regional Sales Manager, prior to that he has worked in various sales management roles within technology companies. Suite of infrastructure products Adam Herring, Director of Sales for Security at Mayflex commented, “We are delighted to welcome Ben to the t...

Bold's GeminiSense partners with M2M Services to offer post-PSTN 5G-ready digital solutions for alarm monitoring centres

Renowned alarm monitoring solution provider, GeminiSense, a part of Bold Communications Limited, proudly announces its strategic partnership with M2M Services, in response to the forthcoming PSTN shut-off affecting countless alarm monitoring centres across the UK and Europe.  This cutting-edge collaboration aims to provide a seamless transition for GeminiSense customers by retrofitting M2M's advanced 5G-ready, dual-SIM alarm communicators in place of outdated analogue phone lines, ensuring...

DICE's new video arming and disarming patent revolutionises ​video monitoring services

DICE has been awarded U.S. Patent # 11741825B2 for its video arm/disarm system, which allows users to arm and disarm video security systems using the same standards as alarm panels.  This groundbreaking innovation eliminates the need for physical alarm panels and opens a world of new possibilities for video security. Video Arm/Disarm system The Video Arm/Disarm system works by converting camera motion detection and AI object detection into virtual sensors. These virtual sensors can be st...

Absolute’s new application Health Monitoring extends cyber resilience to endpoint security and productivity applications

Absolute Software, the provider of self-healing, intelligent security solutions announced the launch of Absolute Application Health. This new feature empowers digital enterprises to strengthen cyber resilience and boost end-user productivity with the industry’s most advanced application health monitoring capabilities. Health monitoring With this latest innovation to the company’s Secure Endpoint product line, customers can monitor the health of more than 2,000 commonly used Window...

Viritech appoints Phil Wild as new CEO

Viritech, the high-performance hydrogen powertrain solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Phil Wild as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The appointment of Wild is a key strategic step for Viritech, with the company poised to commercialise its ground-breaking hydrogen powertrain technology in 2024. Wild's experience Boasting an exceptional track record of driving growth, Wild also brings engineering expertise and a wealth of experience in growing manufacturing, technology, and mate...

Morse Watchmans showcases lineup of innovation asset management solutions at Secutech Thailand 2023

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its line of top-performing asset management solutions at Secutech Thailand 2023, November 1-3 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC). Most notably, Morse Watchman’s SmartKey® Locker Touch System for the storage and management of laptops, cash trays, wallets, cell phones, hand-held radios, and other valuables, will be on display and available for demonstration at...

What is the continuing role of the VMS in an age of VSaaS?

Cloud implementations enable organisations to slash IT costs, boost performance, increase efficiency, and provide flexibility in a variety of applications. Cloud computing is a great way to store and access data from anywhere in the world, as long as you have an internet connection. In the case of video management, Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) systems are becoming more popular, both as a means of managing costs and to deliver expectations of accessing video from any device anywhere in...

Ascending in the US, Gallagher Security emphasises culture and ‘people-first’

Already a strong player, particularly in New Zealand and Australia, Gallagher is still climbing in the U.S. market, which it sees as a big opportunity to invest in the company. Active in the United States for 10 years, Gallagher undertook a more aggressive growth strategy about five years ago. There are 52 employees in Gallagher’s U.S. security business, and about half the workforce has been hired in the last couple of years. They have grown from three sales territories to 16, operated b...

IDEMIA partners with Iowa Department of Transportation to launch next-generation Mobile ID Technology

IDEMIA, the world-renowned secure identity solutions provider, in partnership with the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), has launched the next-generation of Mobile ID. Iowa residents can download the Iowa Mobile ID app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and start using it immediately to verify their identity from their mobile phone at TSA PreCheck® checkpoints at both the Des Moines International Airport and Cedar Rapids Municipal Airport, in addition to other participating...

Allegion and Quext collaborate to enhance renter experience and improve NOI for multifamily owners and operators

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security products and solutions, and Quext, a smart technology and services company for the multifamily industry, announced a planned alliance to improve multifamily resident experience while providing owners and operators an opportunity for differentiation and operational efficiencies. The multifamily technology and access control providers will debut the integration at OPTECH, November 1-3, offering multifamily housing professionals from around the world...

Cohesity launches Cohesity SmartFiles Integration on the Snowflake Data Cloud

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management announced the launch of Cohesity SmartFiles on the Snowflake Data Cloud. Data security & management This new integration enables businesses to derive analytical insights from their on-premises and cloud data while maintaining data sovereignty and meeting compliance requirements.  “Snowflake recognises the critical importance of providing customers with advanced data security and management while mining their data fo...

Secutech Thailand returns after three-year hiatus

The long-awaited trade fair for security and fire safety will open its doors from 1 to 3 November at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), shining a spotlight on cutting-edge solutions for various sectors including manufacturing, smart cities, the commercial sector, transportation, and hospitality. Spanning 7,500 square metres of exhibition space, the show features over 200 exhibitors from Canada, China, India, Israel, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, the Uni...

Carlisle celebrates 23 years of continued service with Tottenham Hotspur

Carlisle Support Services celebrates 23 years of continued service with Tottenham Hotspur, whose stadium was recently awarded the World Football Summit’s Best Venue Award and is home to the world-renowned Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, as well as NFL, and countless other world-class concerts and leisure events.  Having delivered staffing and stewarding solutions to White Hart Lane for 18 years, Carlisle Support Services was awarded full security oversight across the Tottenham Hotsp...

Suprema unveils BioStation 2a, the revolutionary world’s first deep learning-based fingerprint recognition solution

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics, has launched ‘BioStation 2a’, the world’s first deep learning-based fingerprint recognition solution providing powerful access control features.  Suprema has pioneered fingerprint recognition technology based on deep learning for the first time in the world. BioStation 2a The cutting-edge AI algorithm based on deep learning is embedded in BioStation 2a. This innovation was achieved through Suprema's expertise i...

Aiphone unveils new office in Tampa, Florida to support company growth and innovation

Aiphone, the international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, announced it has opened a new office in the Tampa, Florida, USA, a further testament to the company's position as an industry pioneer and continued growth within the security industry. The new office marks Aiphone’s first location in the South, and fourth overall in North America. Aiphone currently has offices located in Cherry Hill, N.J., and Laval, QC. The corporate office is locat...

Amthal approved as channel partner for Gallagher Security

Amthal Group, an independent integrated fire and security systems specialist, has become an approved Gallagher Security channel partner. The specialist partnership network selects independent security companies to operate in partnership and deliver total protection and customer excellence, with expert technical capability and best-in-class guided product installation. Compliance, security, and quality Amthal joins a network of experts across the UK, representing Gallagher Security, with...

Matrix introduces the NVRXS: Network Video Recorders for small businesses

Matrix, a renowned pioneer in the field of security solutions, is thrilled to introduce the NVRXS, a dedicated Network Video Recorder tailored for small and medium businesses.  It is understood that smaller enterprises require efficient network video recorders capable of extended data retention without unnecessary frills or features that do not align with their specific needs.  Channel variants The NVRXS is available in three flexible variants: 4-channel, 8-channel, and 16-channel c...

G4S: 9 in 10 security chiefs say AI will have the biggest impact on physical security operations over the next five years

9 in 10 (90%) of Chief Security Officers (CSOs) at large, businesses operating in the UK agree that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have the biggest impact on physical security operations over the next five years, according to G4S. The finding comes from G4S’s first-ever ‘World Security Report’-a survey of 1,775 Chief Security Officers from 30 countries with total revenue of more than $20 trillion USD. G4S has published the findings ahead of the UK hosting a two-day AI...

SailPoint closes Osirium acquisition

UK subsidiary of SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in enterprise identity security, completed its acquisition of Osirium, a UK-based security company dedicated to solving complex access needs. This acquisition will feed into the company’s vision to unify visibility, oversight, and protection across all types of access, both regular and highly sensitive, into one solution.  Clarity and real-time control “Enterprises don't have time to sort through access rights across di...

Introducing Monitoreal secure guard app: A comprehensive surveillance solution on the go

In a world where safety and security are paramount, Monitoreal is proud to announce the launch of the Monitoreal Secure Guard App, allowing Monitoreal users to see what matters most in and around their properties, right from their pockets. Modern living demands modern solutions, and the Monitoreal Secure Guard App is designed to meet the needs of individuals and businesses alike. This all-in-one, comprehensive surveillance app offers on-the-go accessibility, making it easier than ever to protec...

Allegion Ventures invests $20M in Ambient.ai to improve threat detection

Allegion Ventures, the corporate venture fund of Allegion plc has made a $20 million investment in Ambient.ai, the artificial intelligence (AI) powered computer vision intelligence (CVI) company that’s transforming enterprise security operations to prevent security incidents before they happen. Developing seamless access Based in San Jose, California, Ambient.ai applies AI and CVI to existing security camera infrastructure allowing their platform to deliver near human-level visual percep...

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