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Sensor specialist HENSOLDT is introducing three new optronic systems for the Leopard 2A8 main battle tank and the PUMA infantry fighting vehicle. These digital solutions combine proven optical technologies with innovative sensor and camera systems to further increase reconnaissance and targeting accuracy under the most challenging conditions. New digital vision systems ATTICA LWIR and MWIR thermal imaging devices provide enhanced reconnaissance skit The new digital vision systems offer...

Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division announced the award of two patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for technologies designed to improve incident management and emergency response. The newly patented solutions extend access to security video footage and enable secure data sharing across organisations, empowering public safety agencies, security personnel, and other responders to better protect communities. U.S. Patent No.12,010,389 U.S. Paten...

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions announced the launch of its new Nice Video Doorbell, offering enhanced security features and a sleek, modern design for homeowners.  It is available for pre-order, the Nice Video Doorbell delivers the perfect blend of security and automation to create an elevated all-encompassing smart home experience.  Nice Video Doorbell The Nice Video Doorbell combines elegance and simplicity in both design and user experience. Feat...

Type of Site: Apartment Building  Location: Nagodziców 6-18, Warszawa, Poland  The situation This is an older housing estate located in Nagodziców 6-18, Poland with 3 entrance gates and 105 apartments. The investor wants to retrofit the property to improve community safety and elevate residents' smart living experience. One of the main challenges in this retrofit is managing the wiring. How can the project minimize disruption to the building’s occupants and...

Type of Site: Apartment Building  Location: Chodkiewicza 10, Warszawa, Poland  The situation This housing estate, built in 2008, features outdated 2-wire wiring. It consists of two buildings, each with 48 apartments. One entrance to the housing estate and one entrance to each building. The previous intercom system was relatively old and unstable, with frequent component failures. Consequently, there is a strong need for a reliable and future-proof IP intercom solution.  Solut...

New investment of the highest standard. Three buildings, 69 premises in total. The project wants to ensure consistency in the use of smart home devices for controlling lighting, air conditioning, roller blinds, and more. To achieve this, each apartment is equipped with a Gira G1 smart home panel (KNX system). Additionally, the project is looking for an intercom system that can secure the entrances and integrate seamlessly with Gira G1.   The solution Oaza Mokotów is a high-end re...

The building, constructed in 2005, consists of three 12-story towers with a total of 309 residential units. Residents have been experiencing issues with noise and unclear sound, which hinder effective communication and lead to frustration. Additionally, there is an increased need for remote unlocking capabilities. The existing 2-wire system, which supports only basic intercom functions, fails to meet the current needs of the residents. Solution highlights Easy Intercom Retrofitting with Ex...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR solutions, has solidified a strategic partnership with Florida Drawbridges, Inc. (FDI), a premier operator and maintainer of movable bridges across seven states, with a seven-figure contract. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the integration of Quanergy's cutting-edge 3D LiDAR technology into FDI's bridge monitoring systems, aimed at enhancing safety, reducing accidents, and streamlining operations. To date, more than...

Beyond Technology, a pioneer in technology solutions, has reached a new milestone by becoming Infinera's first Platinum partner worldwide. This recognition comes within the framework of the launch of Infinera's renewed Partner Program in 2024, highlighting Beyond Technology's commitment to excellence and its ability to offer advanced solutions at a global scale. Optical networking solutions To achieve this milestone, Beyond Technology demonstrated to have enough certified engineers and sales...

Kwikset®, a trusted pioneer in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, announced the upcoming launch of Halo Select, a smart door lock designed to provide a convenient and versatile security solution for the home. Halo Select stands out by offering both Wi-Fi and Matter built-in for homeowners seeking flexible, reliable, and integrated smart home security. Choose the connection method that suits the best, and easi...

Sophos and Secureworks®, two global pioneers of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced a definitive agreement for Sophos to acquire Secureworks. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately USD 859 million. Sophos is backed by Thoma Bravo, a pioneering software investment firm.  Secureworks’ operations Sophos’ experience and reputation as a pioneering provider of managed security services Sophos’ experience and reputati...

Ivanti, the tech company that breaks down barriers between IT and security so that Everywhere Work can thrive, introduced Ivanti Neurons for App Control, which safeguards devices from unauthorised applications. Patch Management In addition, Ivanti released new analytics in the Ivanti Neurons platform and new features for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management to enhance security and ensure compliance. With Ivanti’s innovations and focus on exposure management, organisations can proactively...

Robotic Assistance Devices Mobile, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., has attained the advanced achievement of Level 5 autonomous navigation, part of its development of ROAMEO Gen4 security robot. This breakthrough positions ROAMEO Gen4 as a fully autonomous solution capable of operating independently in diverse environments without human intervention while performing advanced human-like functionality. AITX’s subsidiary RAD-M ROAMEO Gen4...

Video wall specialists Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) has launched a new generation of its Lucidity controllers to meet the demands of modern security control rooms. The newly expanded range of controllers is faster and more powerful, using the very latest CPU (Central Processing Unit) processing power. Lucidity range The relaunched Lucidity range includes: A new WBC30 controller – a three-slot controller with an i9 processor, ideal for smaller systems requiring physical inputs. A...

Kaseya, the global provider of AI-powered cybersecurity and IT management software released the results of its 2024 Kaseya Security Survey. User behaviour IT professionals reported user behaviour as their biggest cybersecurity challenge. Another important finding relates to the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence by both threat actors and defenders. The survey found that feelings are mixed as IT professionals learn to navigate this new industry game-changer. The results of the surv...

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, announces the launch of LabZ, an innovative program dedicated to driving the future of security technology through rigorous testing, independent evaluation, and continuous improvement. Designed to be a centre of collaboration for the security industry, LabZ is an unparalleled resource for the testing of emerging innovations, complex integrations, and system and device convergence. Enterprise security programs...

Honeywell and Google Cloud announced a unique collaboration connecting artificial intelligence (AI) agents with assets, people, and processes to accelerate safer, autonomous operations for the industrial sector. Easy-to-understand insights This partnership will bring together the multimodality and natural language capabilities of Gemini on Vertex AI – Google Cloud's AI platform – and the massive data set on Honeywell Forge, an Internet of Things (IoT) platform for industrials....

Siren, the all-in-one investigation company, is proud to announce that the National Cyber-Forensics and Training Alliance (NCFTA) will be formally introduced as a customer at this year’s International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) conference in Boston. This collaboration marks a pivotal evolution in cyber threat investigations and information sharing between the private sector and law enforcement. Cyber-related threats The NCFTA, a non-profit, creates an essential env...

The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has achieved recertification for the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard, upholding the highest operational and security standards. ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISO/IEC 27001:2022, known as ISO 27001, is an internationally recognised standard that outlines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS).   LINX had its first audit back in September 2021 after observing a shift in th...

Hikvision is set to host the 2024 Shaping Intelligence Summit in Hangzhou, China. Scheduled from October 27 to November 1, the summit will bring together technology partners, systems integrators, scholars, and industry pioneers from around the world to explore the future of Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things (AIoT). With the theme “Meet AIoT. Shape the Future”, the summit serves as a platform for industry professionals to share ideas, insights, experiences, and best...

Gunnebo Entrance Control, a global pioneer in entrance security solutions, has become a signatory of The Anti-Greenwash Charter (TAGC), demonstrating a commitment to transparency, honesty, and accountability in all sustainability communications. TAGC is a coalition of companies united by the shared goal of eliminating greenwash - the practice of making misleading environmental claims - from their marketing. Gunnebo’s own values  The framework sets out processes for accurate reporti...

In Japan nearly two in five office workers work from home a minimum of once a week, particularly if they work in IT or consultancy, according to Nikkei research undertaken in 2023. When a global IT company announced they would be leasing out four floors in their Tokyo office last year, in response to changing working habits following Covid, G4S approached them to be their security provider. They had already been doing access control and meet and greet at the eight-storey building for the l...

Canon Europe announces its recognition as an Industry pioneer in Quocirca’s prestigious 2024 Print Security Landscape report. This distinction highlights Canon’s commitment to providing globally consistent and innovative security solutions & services for secured print and document management that outpace competitors. The report specifically highlights Canon’s flagship print management platform, uniFLOW Online, as one of the key elements of its security offering,...

Secure infrastructure access provider Teleport has introduced new features in Teleport Policy, which provides governance of access policies, that make it easier for organisations to proactively monitor and protect critical assets in their computing infrastructure. Crown jewels The update allows organisations to reduce security risks from changes in access to mission-critical infrastructure, by enabling organisations to focus their attention on the most critical resources, often called “c...

Matrix, a prominent player in the Security and Telecom sectors, successfully wrapped up its participation at FSAI’s Jaipur chapter, Suraksha Chakra, which focused on Fire Safety and Security in Healthcare facilities. Leveraging over 30 years of industry expertise, Matrix connected with key industry stakeholders, gathered valuable insights, and explored new avenues for collaboration. Cutting-edge products Matrix is dedicated to providing innovative, technology-driven keys with a focus o...

Gunnebo Safe Storage AB has announced the full acquisition of Primat Group, to invest in a company with over a century of expertise in the manufacturing and sales of high-quality security products.  Primat Group, headquartered in Maribor, Slovenia, is set to become an integral part of Gunnebo's European Safes and Cabinets manufacturing strategy. Primat Group The Primat Group, comprising PRIMAT SISTEMI d.o.o. and PRIMAT d.d. in Maribor (Slovenia), PRIMAT OPREMA d.o.o. in Baljeva...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Scott M. Gross, facility security officer at Con Edison, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honour recognising excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. SIA will present Gross with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Scott Gross has over four decades of experience in security and fire protection. In his role at Con Edison, he has...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Alice DiSanto of Rajant Corporation, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Progress Award, an honor presented by SIA’s Women in Security Forum (WISF) community celebrating individuals who pave the way to success for women in the security industry. SIA will present DiSanto with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Alice DiSanto – who chairs SIA’s Women in Secu...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named John Nemerofsky as the 2024 recipient of the George R. Lippert Memorial Award, an honour presented annually to a distinguished individual for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and to SIA. Nemerofsky will be presented with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. John Nemerofsky is a beacon of leadership in the security industry. With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years,...

Secure infrastructure access provider Teleport has introduced new features in Teleport Policy, which provides governance of access policies, that make it easier for organisations to proactively monitor and protect critical assets in their computing infrastructure. The update allows organisations to reduce security risks from changes in access to mission-critical infrastructure, by enabling organisations to focus their attention on the most critical resources, often called “crown jewels.&r...