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MX2457 camera by XIMEA for industrial imaging applications

The MX2457 camera by XIMEA sets new standards in industrial imaging. A key highlight is the integration of Sony’s latest IMX811 medium format sensor with an impressive 245.7 MP resolution, making it perfect for tasks like surface inspection, texture capture, and detailed 3D modeling. MX2457 camera by XIMEA The MX2457 camera’s PCIe interface enables high-bandwidth, real-time data transfer The MX2457 camera’s PCIe interface enables high-bandwidth, real-time data transfer &nda...

Verkada raises $200M to boost AI-powered security solutions

Pioneer in cloud-based physical security technology, Verkada, announced a $200 million Series E funding round. The round was led by General Catalyst, with significant investment from Eclipse and additional participation from new and existing investors. Since its founding in 2016, Verkada has raised more than $700 million in funding, and the latest round values the company at $4.5 billion. Verkada's six product lines Machine learning and applied computer vision have be...

Cyber security drives Private Equity growth in UK

Over the last 10 years, threats to the UK, including espionage, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and disinformation, have increased dramatically in volume and velocity. Globally, multiple state-on-state conflicts pose serious risks, with the potential to escalate into both intra and intercontinental struggles. Range of sub-sectors Private Equity activity across Security-Tech has continued to grow year-on-year, with 191 direct investments made since 2018 across a range of sub-sectors. These include...

Data Centre Safety with FLIR Thermal Imaging

Data centre maintenance teams have a big share in safeguarding the critical resource that customers and businesses depend upon. Fortunately, they have one secret weapon that enables them to spot issues in an early stage before they turn into big problems: FLIR thermal imaging. The data centre market has seen a massive growth in recent years. Spurred by a growing adoption of cloud technologies, AI, IoT, 5G and big data, new data centres are being built across all continents at fast pace. Whethe...

Genetec's impact on Edinburgh's smart city security

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city and home to over half a million citizens. It’s also a worldwide tourist hotspot that attracts more than 4 million visitors each year. The City of Edinburgh Council is responsible for providing all local government services for the city and its immediate surroundings. In recent years, the city council created a Digital and Smart City strategy. The goal was to introduce innovative new technologies to help solve challenges, better manage our resourc...

DoorBird's innovation wins best brand 2025 award

The PLUS X AWARD is the world's largest innovation prize for technology, sport, and lifestyle. It recognises brands for the quality and innovative edge of their products. After DoorBird products have already received the Plus X seal of approval for quality, design, ease of use, and functionality, the manufacturer of intelligent door communication solutions can now look forward to receiving the award for "Best Brand" overall. Award for Best Brand 2025 "The award shows that the DoorBird brand c...

AlarMax welcomes new president Scott Shelander

AlarMax Distributors, Inc., a pioneering wholesale distributor of security, fire, access control, AV, and surveillance solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Scott Shelander as its new President. With an extensive background in executive leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence, Shelander brings a proven track record of building high-performance teams and driving scalable growth. AlarMax's mission "Scott's leadership philosophy aligns perfectly with AlarMax's miss...

Hanwha Vision's factory safety AI pack for industries

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in video surveillance and security solutions, introduces the Factory & Safety AI Pack – AIA-C01FSP, an innovative solution tailored to the unique needs of manufacturing and logistics environments. With intelligent AI-powered analytics, this AI pack helps managers address safety challenges, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance with industry standards. AI analytics are performed directly on the device, reducing infrastructure costs and enabling real-time...

Schneider Electric's SpaceLogic room controller launch

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the launch of the SpaceLogic™ Touchscreen Room Controller, an all-in-one device that leverages modern technology and seamlessly merges an innovative user interface with advanced functionality, setting a new standard for energy management and room control in buildings. Building owners and facility managers in both new and retrofit projects are under increasing pressure to...

ZeroEyes AI enhances Elkhorn schools' safety

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Elkhorn Public Schools (EPS) in Nebraska to proactively protect students, teachers, visitors and staff against gun-related threats. Located on the west edge of the Omaha Metro area, Elkhorn Public Schools is a growing K-12 d...

Matrix innovates BFSI security at IBEX India 2025

Matrix successfully marked its presence at IBEX India 2025, the premier trade fair for the BFSI and fintech sectors, reaffirming its commitment to cyber-secure and enterprise-grade security and telecom solutions. The event, known for bringing together key stakeholders from the banking, financial services, and insurance industry, provided Matrix with a platform to showcase its innovative, future-ready solutions tailored for BFSI organisations. End-to-end secure and smart BFSI solutions At IBEX...

Hochiki academy: One year of fire safety excellence

Hochiki, a pioneer in life safety solutions, is celebrating the first anniversary of its Training Academy. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Hochiki's commitment to education and advancement within the fire safety industry. With over a century of experience, Hochiki has earned a reputation for manufacturing reliable and innovative life safety products. The Training Academy builds upon this legacy, providing fire safety professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to eff...

Innovative networking by Colt Technology Services

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the digital infrastructure company, announced an expansion to its technology portfolio with Managed LEO+, a new managed service which integrates Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity with cellular 4G/5G.  Managed LEO+, now available to Colt customers across 65 countries, brings a greater choice of networking technologies to businesses with operations - such as production facilities, manufacturing sites and retail locations - in rural and hard-to-reac...

Aircraft protection deal: HENSOLDT and Saab collaboration

Oliver Dörre, CEO of HENSOLDT AG, and Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, signed a memorandum of understanding on intended cooperation in the field of aircraft protection technologies at the Munich Security Conference. Integrated system solutions ”Partnerships are a central element of our corporate strategy, especially in our commitment to deliver our products quickly and reliably to our customers. That's why this MoU with Saab is another important step in our strategic dev...

HENSOLDT unveils DL-6000 data link at IDEX 2025

HENSOLDT, the sensor solutions provider, announced the launch of the DL-6000, its sixth-generation data link solution, at IDEX 2025. Engineered to deliver exceptional security and reliability, the DL-6000 enables seamless, long-range, line-of-sight HD video and telemetry data exchange across multiple platforms. New standard in video transmission DL-6000 is an IP-based, high-data communications link that sets a new standard in video The DL-6000 is an IP-based, high-data communications link th...

i-PRO X-series cameras elevate NHS hospital security

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced that a pioneering teaching hospital in Northeast England, has enhanced its security infrastructure with i-PRO X-Series cameras integrated with Milestone’s XProtect Video Management Software (VMS). The hospital, known for its forward-thinking approach to medicine and healthcare, is part of the National Health Service (NHS) Trust in the Northeast of th...

Regula's software adapts to new ISO/IEC standards

With its latest update, Regula Document Reader SDK, a comprehensive software solution for identity document verification, ensures 100% support for the new ISO/IEC 39794-5 standard regulating the methods of facial data storage and verification in e-passport chips. According to the ICAO guidelines, all document readers and verification systems must be compatible with the new standard by 2026, with passport issuers required to fully adopt the new format by 2030. ISO/IEC 19794-5:2005 standar...

Gallagher Security: 2025 trends report highlights

Gallagher Security’s latest 2025 Trends Report draws attention to the critical need to explore how human behaviour impacts security solutions.  The 2025 report underscores a significant oversight in security research: a lack of focus on how End Users, operators, and non-decision-makers interact with security systems. In an industry driven by technological breakthroughs, the human element is frequently sidelined, leaving valuable insights untapped.  Day-to-day security concerns...

MOD Pizza upgrades with Hanwha Vision surveillance

Upgrade the surveillance capabilities at MOD Pizza locations while maintaining a safe and welcoming “people-first” environment. Solution Install Hanwha Vision Q series and X series cameras (dome and fisheye models). Results Enhanced ability to deter and resolve in-store incidents involving customers and Squad members, as well as “slip and fall” accidents or crashes in the parking lot. Faster response times to police requests for surveillance footage. Hanwha secu...

Juniper Research: IoT cybersecurity market to surge

A new study from Juniper Research, the foremost experts in the Internet of Things market, has found that the global number of IoT devices protected by cybersecurity solutions will reach 28 billion by 2028; rising from only 14 billion in 2024. This represents a growth of over 100% over the next four years. However, despite this sizable growth, it warned that as the complexity of IoT networks’ grows, frameworks that underpin security solutions are increasingly necessary to counter frag...

TribalSage and Verkada: AI security in GCC

TribalSage, a trusted security solutions provider, has officially joined forces with Verkada to bring next-generation, cloud-based security technology to businesses, enterprises, and government institutions in the GCC. This partnership enables organisations to benefit from hybrid cloud storage, AI-driven video analytics, seamless access control, and real-time monitoring, ensuring enhanced security, operational efficiency, and ease of use. With Kuwait as the operational hub, they aim to expand V...

Gallagher's UK webinar series boosts security design

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is proving its commitment to empowering its UK and European Channel Partners with the launch of its new Channel Partner webinar programme.  This latest initiative from Gallagher provides certified Channel Partners and their teams access to a series of Gallagher-led Security Design Training sessions. End-to-end Gallagher solution Gallagher has partnered with CPD UK to launch a webinar program offering a scheduled series of CPD...

Gunnebo showcases at ISC West 2025: Advanced control tech

Gunnebo Entrance Control will be exhibiting its latest entrance control technologies at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, offering smart solutions designed to enhance safety, streamline entrance control, and support diverse operational needs. Visitors can find Gunnebo Entrance Control at Booth 28061, where an extensive range of entrance control innovations will be showcased. Advanced touchless technology Gunnebo Entrance Control’s portfolio also features high-security booths such as the motor...

HENSOLDT develops innovative optical detection system

Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to develop an innovative capability demonstrator for optical detection. The product, called ODAEON, is designed to revolutionise the capability for automated reconnaissance of enemy optical systems on the battlefield and will be developed in cooperation with BAAINBw. Optical reconnaissance systems The aim of the result is a demo...

Secure Logiq boosts team in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

Secure Logiq is pleased to announce the appointment of Hossam Abouzeid as Business Development Manager for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. By appointing Hossam Abouzeid, a dedicated and experienced professional, Secure Logiq is not only reinforcing its presence in the Middle East but also supporting clients with expert guidance. Key role in Secure Logiq Abouzeid brings over seven years of experience in the security and surveillance industry, having previously worked with pioneering s...

Lord Reid joins Sirius Insight for security growth

Sirius Insight announces that the Rt Hon Lord Reid of Cardowan has joined the company’s Advisory Board. In this role, Lord Reid will support Sirius Insight as the business seeks opportunities in international markets to deploy its transformative maritime domain awareness technology. Range of security-related portfolios Lord Reid was a Member of Parliament for over twenty years, during which time he served in Government Lord Reid was a Member of Parliament for over twenty years, during...

Frequentis LifeX3020 enhances Malaysia's NG999 project

Frequentis marks the debut of its LifeX3020 solution in Southeast Asia, improving emergency call handling and response coordination across three major centres and nationwide blue light agencies. This effort supports Malaysia’s Next Generation Emergency Services 999 (NG999) project, an upgrade designed to replace the current Malaysian Emergency Response System (MERS999). The initiative underscores Malaysia’s strong commitment to enhancing public safety across the nation. Responses f...

AI in crime prevention: Insights from Future Crime Summit 2025

Last week in New Delhi, the Future Crime Summit 2025, India's largest gathering on cyber innovations and synthetic threats, brought together over 1,000 experts, law enforcement officials, and defence pioneers to discuss the growing challenges posed by cybercrime and the latest AI-driven solutions. Key topics included AI-enabled attacks, ransomware, crypto fraud, blockchain vulnerabilities, and the risks of quantum computing. The founder of the Future Crime event, Professor Dr. Triveni Singh, al...

Netwrix enhances cybersecurity with new access control

Netwrix, a vendor specialising in cybersecurity solutions focused on data and identity threats, released the new component of Netwrix Privilege Secure, which simplifies secure remote access for distributed workforces and third-party vendors. The new add-on reduces the attack surface by eliminating traditional VPN dependencies through granular, identity-based access control. It enables employees to access critical systems securely from any location, grants just-in-time privileges to reduce risks...

AI-powered monitoring with RADCam version 15

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices Residential, Inc. (RAD-R), announced that home security will soon take a major leap forward.  RADCam™ Version 15 brings smarter AI-driven monitoring, real-time package protection, and an interactive concierge that makes the home more secure and responsive. Future of proactive security Traditional security cameras simply record events, leaving them to react after the fact. R...

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