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Oneflow is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO certifications in three critical areas: Information Security (ISO 27001), Quality (ISO 9001), and Environment (ISO 14001). Oneflow builds an AI-driven contract automation SaaS platform designed to help businesses modernise their legacy contract management processes. Oneflow has been listed on Stockholm’s Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market since April 2022.  ISO certifications The ISO certifications highlight Oneflow’...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, has published its Global Threat Index for July 2024. Despite a significant drop in June, LockBit re-emerged last month to become the second most prevalent ransomware group, while RansomHub retained the top spot. Meanwhile, researchers identified both a campaign distributing Remcos malware following a CrowdStrike update issue, and a series of new FakeUpdates tactics, which...

Over half (54%) of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) feel their security team is unprepared for evolving AI-powered threats, according to research from Absolute Security. The findings were uncovered in the Absolute Security United Kingdom CISO Cyber Resilience Report 2024 which surveyed 250 UK CISOs at enterprise organisations, via an independent polling agency Censuswide, to assess the state of cyber resilience, AI, and the cyber threat landscape in the UK. NCSC findings According...

IDS Imaging Development Systems introduces a new 3D camera in the Ensenso product line. With its compact, industrial-grade design and the combination of a very short working distance and a large field of view, the Ensenso B is particularly suitable for bin-picking applications.  Ensenso B 3D camera Due to its high depth of field, it can capture objects over a large area and localise all parts in a container at once, for example. This optimises the pick-and-place process and facilitates...

Connect ONE® from Connected Technologies LLC, in partnership with Cansec Systems Ltd., Mississauga, Can., has added a direct cloud integration with MAP access controllers. Cansec’s signature Modular Access Panels or MAP, are self-contained access controller boards that handle from one to eight doors and as many as 100,000 users. Multiple controllers can also be installed to handle access systems of any size. “We are pleased that Connected Technologies has integrated the MAP...

There is no shortage of threats facing security professionals, including some that are new and emerging. Understanding various new threats allows individuals and organisations to take proactive steps to protect themselves, but the first step is to identify what those threats are. Early detection of threats can minimise the impact of a successful attack, whatever the vulnerability at issue. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What new and emerging threats will physical security pr...

Over the last several years, cyber security, a crucial component in any servicer's operation, has taken on an increasingly visible role due to numerous high-profile data breaches impacting various industries. According to the cyber security research firm Check Point Research, the average number of cyber attacks per organisation per week rose 38% in 2022 from 2021, and increased by 28% in the six-month period ending March 31, 2024.  The average number of weekly events has also grown year ov...

The Eplan Forum is open to everyone interested in sharing knowledge and exchanging experiences with automated engineering, machine cabling, and ERP/PDM integration. Eplan Forum With the digital transformation in full swing, the same applies to engineering. It’s an excellent idea for experts in the field to network: worldwide! This is exactly what will be taking place at the Eplan Forum, a hybrid-format event in Cologne in September, focusing on topics including automated engineering, ma...

DNAKE, a major international smart intercom manufacturer with 19 years of experience, starts its market launch in Germany through a co-operation with Telecom Behnke as a new distribution partner. Telecom Behnke has been established in the German market for 40 years and is known for its high-quality, industry-standard intercom stations. Telecom Behnke enjoys a strong market position in Germany with a sales focus on the B2B sector. The partnership with DNAKE brings mutual benefits...

Matrix, a pioneer in advanced security and telecom solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in FSIE 2024, taking place from August 22nd to 24th at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. This prestigious event will serve as a platform for Matrix to showcase its innovative solutions in IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom technologies.  Transforming security and communication Ruggedised IP Camera At FSIE 2024, Matrix will showcase its comprehens...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise the security industry. The company projects that its autonomous AI-powered security solutions will deliver an estimated $10 million in human guarding cost savings to its clients in August 2024 alone which clients would otherwise be subject to without the benefit of RAD’s solutions. This achievement underscores RAD&rsqu...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, announced the appointment of Gary Nafus to the Company’s newly formed Chief Sales Officer role and the promotion of Matt Mills to President. This expansion in SailPoint’s leadership team will allow the Company to further execute against the demand for its enterprise-grade identity security solutions. “Matt has played a significant leadership role in SailPoint’s market strategy and opera...

Alfred International, the smart and connected lock subsidiary of GHT Door Hardware, proudly announces the U.S. launch of the patented Alfred™ ML2 Smart Mortise Lock now available with Z-Wave® Long Range. The ML2 combines state-of-the-art technology with a sleek keypad and patented design and drive mechanism that makes it an ideal retrofit solution for properties with long-standing, older mortise style locks. The ML2 is now available in the U.S. and offers unmatched convenience, secur...

Cequence, a pioneer in API security and bot management, is proud to introduce revolutionary advancements to its Unified API Protection (UAP) platform. These enhancements mark a significant milestone in API security, specifically tailored to support the secure use of AI applications like Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). Cequence’s solutions protect applications deployed in the cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments, and also support serverless environments, ensuring an...

CovertSwarm, a global ethical hacker, red team, and cybersecurity solution provider, launched its Academy Program last September and is welcoming its second intake at the same time this year. The first iteration of the Academy Program proved to be a huge success, with all three academy members kick-starting successful ethical hacking careers at CovertSwarm. The program aims to make careers in cybersecurity more accessible, providing a clear pathway for individuals from any background to receive...

Essence Security, a part of Essence Group, a pioneering technology group developing and supplying wireless, cloud-based security solutions for homes and businesses, announced the integration of its proactive, smoke-generating intruder prevention solution, MyShield, with major monitoring station software providers around the world – the most recent and notable being EBÜS, from German software company Accellence, and American provider COPS Monitoring. Additional software providers inte...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced a new way for organisations to transition to the cloud with its Command Connector, which enables third-party cameras to connect to Verkada’s Command platform. It also announced a range of new additions to its platform, including a next-generation door reader. "As we continue to expand our footprint we want to provide customers with a seamless transition to our cloud platform,” said Brando...

Having doors with mechanical security can be a drag on the effectiveness and efficiency of facilities management. While wiring ever more locks to make access control more flexible is expensive and disruptive, a wireless solution built for compatibility can be the answer. It takes a few minutes to swap almost any mechanical cylinder for a digital cylinder and connect it to an access control system. The battery-powered Aperio® C100 Cylinder can equip almost any door without the need for cabl...

DigiCert, a provider of digital trust announced its speaker lineup for its World Quantum Readiness Day event, set to take place virtually on September 26, 2024. Announced on the eve of RSAC 2024, the event is an opportunity to gain strategies that will help safeguard organisations and accelerate their path to preparedness for the quantum era.    Quantum computing “Quantum computing is transforming the landscape of digital security, and we are excited to help organisations prep...

HID, the worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces that the University of Dundee is updating its city campus estate implementing HID® Mobile Access® and signature HID Signo™ readers throughout its buildings to guarantee it has a modern, secure, and reliable access control system to allow staff and students to enter using both RFID cards and smartphones. Mobile-ready HID Signo readers The project will involve buying and installing new mobile-ready HID Signo reader...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has expanded the SIA Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board (IBTAB) to include the group formerly known as the SIA Facial Recognition Working Group and all its members and has appointed Austin Park, director of technology at NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), to serve as the advisory board’s new chair. SIA IBTAB The SIA IBTAB – an exclusive advisory panel to the SIA Board of Directors – promotes the a...

Skills for Security is proud to announce a new partnership with Eaton, a global pioneer in power management solutions. Eaton has joined Skills for Security as a Platinum Sponsor, marking a significant collaboration aimed at enhancing the fire and security sector through education, innovation, and sustainable practices. Eaton, renowned for its expertise in fire and security systems alongside a whole host of other solutions, will work closely with Skills for Security to support the development an...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce that Samuel Annear has joined the company’s Software Development Team, based in Poole in Dorset, for a twelve-month placement as part of his Computing Studies Course at Bournemouth University. TDSi has proudly supported university placements and apprenticeships for many years, highlighting its commitment to fostering and supporting talent in the next generation of security professionals. Software development...

G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo attracted more than 6,300 industry professionals to Macau in June 2024, with international attendees accounting for 65 percent of total attendance. The significant turnout underscores the global gaming industry’s appetite for innovation and the continued potential within the sector.  G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo The joint event showcased a spectacular display of over 100 exhibitors spanning 22,000 square metres of exhibition space. Complementing the e...

Intrado Life & Safety, a global pioneer in public safety solutions announced a partnership with GeoComm, a provider of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) data. This partnership aims to enhance data available via Intrado’s Spatial Insight product by integrating interior GIS data from critical buildings, including schools, airports, courts, and hospitals, thereby improving emergency response capabilities. Spatial Insight offering "The call centres that support our first responders...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robin Kooyman, CFA, MBA, as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective September 9, 2024. Kooyman brings 15 years of global experience in finance, capital markets, and strategic leadership, having held prominent positions with Brookfield Corporation, TD Securities, and RBC Capital Markets in Canada, the U.S., and the UK. Robin Kooyman She joins Blackline Safety fro...

Allegion US, a pioneer in seamless access control solutions, announced a new integration with TagMaster North America (TMNA), a pioneering provider of intelligent vehicle identification solutions (Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) and RFID) to enhance vehicle ID and tracking with a minimal hardware footprint. This strategic collaboration combines Allegion's Pure Access Cloud software and IP Bridge hardware with TagMaster NA's edge-computing long-range RFID Reader and passive tags, creating a seaml...

Hanwha Vision opened its newest Hanwha Innovation and Technology Experience (HITE) on July 30, 2024, in Irvine, Calif. The new 5,200 sq. ft Centre, Hanwha’s third HITE in the United States, presents the company’s vision for the future of security and surveillance through a combination of interactive product demonstration stations, a training centre, and presentation areas. Since Hanwha developed the HITE concept in 2019, the company has continually made every effort to des...

ONVIF®, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, is announcing that more than 30,000 product models in the $120B global physical security market meet the ONVIF conformance requirements for interoperability. ONVIF interoperability standards This new milestone means that the number of ONVIF conformant, interoperable products has doubled in the last three years and tripled since 2018. Security system integrators and end users around the world rely on pro...

Paxton Access, the international security technology manufacturer, is launching the Paxton Tech Tour across the continental United States in September. The Paxton Tech Tour is a free half-day commercial and technical experience that gives security installers and integrators an opportunity to see live product demos and get hands-on with Paxton’s extensive product line. Paxton’s intercom mobile app  Gareth O’Hara, Paxton’s Chief Sales Officer, said: “We have...