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Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced a new Integrations Program for technology partners. Verkada's Integration Program will enable its customers to more easily manage multiple systems through a growing set of supported integrations. "Verkada's new Integrations Program will expand the interoperability of our powerful platform across even more complex environments and use cases," said Filip Kaliszan, Co-founder and CEO. "Continuing to develop more native integr...

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...

After successfully detecting cloud identity-based attacks that bypassed existing security solutions and closing multiple six and seven-figure licence deals with Fortune 500 customers, Permiso has raised a $18.5m Series A led by Altimeter Capital with participation from Point72 Ventures. Permiso's unique library of detection signals feeds into their unified threat prevention, detection and response platform to provide organisations unprecedented visibility into their cloud environments. S...

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...

Hanwha Vision is highlighting the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in diverse surveillance and business operations at ISC West 2024, Booth #14025, April 10-12 in Las Vegas. AI will be prominent throughout the Hanwha Vision booth, with many new and existing products now incorporating AI technology to boost their performance to unprecedented levels. AI applications “New applications of AI are delivering precise detection, efficient bandwidth, and robust search,” said Mi...

Cutting energy costs, and reducing loss, and downtime, Teledyne FLIR, is all set to showcase its Electric Utility Solutions product portfolio at Middle East Energy 2024, scheduled from 16th to 18th April, 2024, at Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, UAE. Exhibiting at Stand H4 E30, Teledyne FLIR will showcase energy-saving solutions such as Industrial Acoustic Imaging Camera, Handheld Thermal Cameras, Fixed Thermal Cameras, and Test & Measurement equipment. FLIR Si2-Pro™ The ground-...

Emergencies, natural disasters, crises, and military conflicts: experts say that efficient civil protection can only be ensured if fire services, emergency, and disaster response services cooperate even more closely at the international and interdisciplinary levels – reason enough for 'Safeguarding tomorrow' to have been selected as the motto of Interschutz 2026. The world's renowned trade fair for fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety & security aims to motivate everyone...

Major UK-based manufacturer - Texecom is pleased to announce a new agreement for Videcon to distribute its range of innovative security products in the United Kingdom. Established in 1986, Texecom is highly regarded as the pioneering security company by professional, commercial, residential and industrial clients around the world. Trusted by over 300,000 professional installers, protecting over a million people and properties globally, their intruder detection solutions are now available from V...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution will be deployed at Canyon Hills Community Church to protect its congregation against gun-related threats.  Canyon Hills Community Church Located in the suburbs thirty minutes north of Seattle, Canyon Hills Community Church is a non-denomi...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has unveiled two new high-performance AI PTZ Plus cameras, the XNP-C9310R and XNP-C7310R. These cameras leverage AI for rapid zoom and focus to enable greater situational awareness and quicker response times.  AI for quick zoom and focus Quick Zoom is a fast zoom movement, powered by an AI engine, that enables operators to rapidly see specific details of an unfolding event, which is particularly helpful in high-traffic areas, for exampl...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions announced that Eric Salava has joined the company as its Chief Revenue Officer. Salava will lead Verkada's global go-to-market and revenue generation strategy as the company continues to scale rapidly. "Our growth to date has been incredible: our platform supports more than 1 million active devices for 22,000 customers across 70 countries," said Filip Kaliszan, CEO and Co-Founder of Verkada, adding "With Eric at the helm of our go-to...

Technology can be a powerful tool, but it can also be misused. Ethical principles help ensure that technology is used in a way that minimises risks and avoids causing harm to people or society. Issues could include factors such as data privacy and algorithmic bias of certain technologies. As the security industry embraces advanced and evolving technologies, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the biggest ethical considerations of using emerging technologies in physical s...

Pyronix proudly announces the update of its renowned EURO 46, introducing the EURO 76 product line, marking an important progression in the company’s commitment to delivering customer-focused solutions that reliably address ever-evolving security needs.   EURO 76 Laurence Kenny, Marketing Director, said, “The EURO 76 retains all the innovative features that made its predecessor a standout in the security industry." He adds, "With its hybrid capabilities, the EURO 76 seam...

Thailand’s pioneering fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with the audience. Conference attend...

Traka is attending The Workplace Event 2024, where it will be showcasing its latest innovations designed to optimise security and efficiency in processes in the modern-day workplace. RFID technology On stand 3a/G22, the pioneer in intelligent key and asset management solutions will be presenting the latest security technology, including flexible RFID technology, designed as a customisable solution for securely storing personal belongings and equipment. With its RFID technology, users can easi...

Everon, also known as ADT Commercial LLC, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety solutions in the U.S., announced the opening of the Everon Innovation and Operations centre – known as the iO – in the Dallas, TX area. IO centre The iO is designed to be a hub of learning, innovation, and industry-pioneering collaboration and is home to the company’s dedicated monitoring and customer operations centre, groundbreaking I...

DigiCert, Inc., a pioneering global provider of digital trust, announced accelerated adoption of its Digital Trust solutions as the company closed a record total of new bookings in Q4 of its fiscal year as well as a record number of patents filed. Product innovation and key partnerships, coupled with the increasing demand for Digital Trust, were behind the strong customer demand. As the need for Digital Trust continues to rise – from quantum computing and connected devices to content...

Cozaint, an innovator in video surveillance storage solutions, unveiled Marcia, a groundbreaking software platform that dramatically reduces storage costs while making video playback and reviews effortlessly. Cozaint Marcia™ Cozaint Marcia™ represents a significant leap forward in the video surveillance storage market. Traditional solutions often require expensive, disk-only storage infrastructure, causing high costs and complex management. Marcia disrupts this model by leveraging...

In an era where people and devices are increasingly connected to the Internet and each other, cyberattack surfaces are growing exponentially, posing threats not only to individuals at home but organisations and nations worldwide. Evidently, safeguarding cyberspace has become the most dynamic threat to homeland security. To combat these ever-expanding complexities of cybercrimes, Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign), Asia Pacific’s largest pure-play cybersecurity provider, has positioned itself a...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, announced its keynote lineup for the hybrid Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024, taking place on 23-25 September in-person at the Orange County Convention Centre (OCCC) in Orlando, FL and online via the GSX 2024 digital platform.  "As security pioneers, we're entrusted with the vital task of navigating complex challenges with integrity and resilience," stated Cy A. Oatridge, CPP, 2024 President...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced it has integrated its HiveWatch® Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) Operating System (OS) with Verkada’s access control and video security solutions. This integration allows Verkada customers to bridge the gap between existing investments in legacy infrastructure and the purchase of new Verkada hardware, using the HiveWatch® GSOC OS to bring together dis...

Delta Scientific, the pioneering manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used globally, announced that on Monday, April 1st, a DSC501 High-Security Barricade stopped an unauthorised vehicle from entering an FBI field facility in Atlanta, Georgia. According to officials, the orange Buick Encore tried to follow an FBI employee’s car into the facility before being stopped by the Delta DSC501 barrier. The driver was then apprehended by special agents who were in the immediat...

Cygnus, a pioneer in 100% wireless, EN 54-certified fire detection and alarm systems, returns to The Fire Safety Event 2024. Following the success of its innovative SmartNet fire detection and alarm system range, Cygnus will debut its remote notification and monitoring platform, Cygnus ALERT, for the very first time on Stand 5/D10. Cygnus will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event 2024, a show dedicated to supporting industry professionals and organisations in enhancing and maintaining high st...

3DX-RAY LTD, CEO, Vincent Deery said of the launch, "This will be the first introduction of our new ThreatScan AS2 flat panel to the important Asia-Pacific market, and there is no better place to do it than Milipol in Singapore." He adds, "We developed this panel in direct response to feedback from users of our systems. They were asking for a panel with all the capabilities of its larger counterparts, but small enough to able to be slipped under the seat of a car or between panels." Flat panel...

In recognition of April’s Celebrate Diversity Month, Allied Universal®, the world’s renowned security and facility services company, is proud to announce it has been named to the Newsweek list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024 with a ranking of four and a half out of five stars. The list was compiled based on data and interviews with HR professionals and a diverse group of employees. Recognition by Newsweek “It is a privilege to be recognised as one of...

The CMOOR Group, a global provider of cloud-based compliance and continuous education solutions for the security, fire, and life safety industry, has announced the appointment of Dan DeBlasio as Director of Business Development. DeBlasio brings over 25 years of experience in enterprise software and enterprise sales, with a specific focus on security solutions, making him a valuable asset to The CMOOR Group team.  Dan DeBlasio's responsibilities In his new role, Dan DeBlasio will spearhea...

Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, delivered record-high net revenue of 1.69 billion DKK (approx. $244.9 million) in 2023, according to the newly released Annual Report. The Copenhagen-headquartered company celebrated 25 years in business in February 2023. During its anniversary year, Milestone made significant strides in delivering on its growth strategy, particularly in key industries such as healthcare and hospitality. AI and video analytics Thomas Jensen, CEO, of Milestone...

NetSPI, the proactive security solution, has announced its achievement of CBEST accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering high-value penetration testing and red teaming services. CBEST, set by the Bank of England, represents one of the most rigorous security standards in the financial services industry. NetSPI's accreditation places it among the top echelons of security testing organisations across the globe.  Intensive evaluations To obtain CBEST acc...

Veracode, a global pioneer in application risk management announced the acquisition of Longbow Security, a pioneer in security risk management for cloud-native environments. The acquisition marks the next exciting phase of Veracode, underscoring the company’s commitment to helping organisations effectively manage and reduce application risk across the growing attack surface. Automated issue investigation The integration of Longbow into Veracode enables security teams to d...

In an era when digital technology intertwines with everyday life, the healthcare sector stands at the forefront of adopting innovative solutions to safeguard sensitive information. Among these technologies, facial recognition emerges as a vital tool against data breaches and identity theft. As World Health Day draws near, it’s crucial to highlight the significance of facial recognition in the health industry and to observe what challenges it helps to overcome. Statistics The global hea...