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Zenitel, the renowned provider of critical communication solutions, proudly launches unified critical communication solutions for healthcare customers. Hospitals and healthcare facilities must manage stressful situations from a high number of emergency services, staff, patients, and visitors. In addition, staff shortage and burnout have put immense strain on hospital operations. Zenitel’s healthcare solutions Ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors is a key prior...

MKU Limited, renowned for its cutting-edge protection and optronics solutions for frontline heroes, is breaking new ground by extending its role beyond a traditional defence technology company. In a landmark collaboration aimed at empowering heroes, MKU Limited is joining forces with Team Forces, a UK-based charity organisation dedicated to creating social impact within the armed forces community through sports and adventure. This partnership is born out of a shared commitment to uplift the liv...

Drastically worsening thefts from professional gangs on UK construction sites have garnered national outrage and prompted many firms across the country to install temporary CCTV towers to deter ‘stealing to order’, say Kingdom Systems. The company, who protect hundreds of construction sites from theft each year, warns about the rise of ‘stealing to order’- where criminals are given a list of sought-after machinery and equipment to then steal and sell on. Equipment Theft...

Gallagher Security is proud to announce they have been recognised for “Exceptional Contribution to Intersec” at this year’s 25th Intersec event held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from the 16th to 18th of January.  As the pioneering business event for safety, security, and fire protection, this year’s event bought together 45,000 security professionals from across the globe and featured products from more than 1100 exhibitors, a 30% increase on the previous year&rs...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, expands its camera lineup with the addition of new Stealth Edition Cameras featuring black housings. The new cameras combine high aesthetics with an assortment of innovative features like 24/7 full colour with ColorVu and AI human and vehicle detection with AcuSense. Author's quote "Hikvision is pleased to unveil new Stealth Editi...

Secure, integrated cloud services provider, Six Degrees, announced that it has achieved SD-WAN Specialisation as part of the Fortinet Engage Partner Program. Through the Secure SD-WAN Specialisation, Six Degrees’ sales and technical teams have expanded their knowledge in SD-WAN deployment scenarios using Fortinet’s Secure SD-WAN solution. As such, Six Degrees is able to help customers conceptualise, enhance, and troubleshoot their SD-WAN deployments. SD-WAN solution In a fast-movi...

German video technology manufacturer Dallmeier will be presenting its solutions for casinos at the WGPC 2024 (World Game Protection Conference) in Las Vegas from February 27th to 29th, on stand T1. Highlights include the modular Domera® camera system and the high-performance 360° multi-imager cameras of the Panomera® W series. Dallmeier cameras simplify the surveillance of gaming floors with innovative features such as remote adjustment of camera views, 360° overviews and &ldqu...

Boosting its safety credentials in the French market, global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has successfully helped safeguard La Tour Pleyel – a 129 m skyscraper undergoing major restructuring ahead of the Paris Olympic Games. The iconic venue, which is due to complete in spring 2024, is being turned into a multi-purpose complex in the Plaine Saint-Denis and Greater Paris area – requiring a comprehensive fire safety solution to protect workers and site assets during the constru...

With a contractual agreement for four million US dollars with the Indonesian company PT. Blu Teknologi Nusantara, a distribution company for high-quality CCTV and IT solutions, MOBOTIX is strengthening its sales in the Asian market. With this contract, PT. Blu Teknologi Nusantara is the first certified MOBOTIX Diamond Partner in the APAC region. "Based on this cooperation, we see significant growth in the region. Both parties expect long-term, continuous growth from the cooperation," says Philli...

The Glenview IL Public Safety Dispatch Centre and the City of Allen, TX Police and Fire Communications became the 140th and 141st Emergency Communications Centres (ECCs) in the United States to implement The Monitoring Association’s (TMA) Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP). Launched in 2011 as a public-private partnership, TMA’s ASAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm monitoring centres to Emergency Communic...

Advanced-Data Risk Management (ADRM), a provider of data-driven risk management solutions, proudly announces the launch of the innovative DEFENDER Managed Services Platform. The DEFENDER platform is currently in use across ADRM’s managed services client sites, improving, overseeing, and maintaining the reliability of their security systems.  DEFENDER platform As a managed services provider, ADRM is entrusted with the critical task of managing and optimising the IT infrastructure, s...

Matrix is excited to present its array of security products and solutions at Booth No. 2, Hotel Le Méridien, New Delhi,  during the 5th Rail Analysis Innovation and Excellence Summit.  RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras Matrix is the first Indian company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras for Indian Railways. Matrix cameras are certified by STQC, Delhi lab for following the OWASP ASVS 4.0 L2 norms mandated by RDSO for cybersecurity.  IP Video Surveillance solutions Matri...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider announced the promotion of Jim Lennon to vice president of treasury. He will oversee financial activities, including North American treasury and cash application activities. Lennon has been with Allied Universal for more than 13 years. He joined the company in 2010 as part of Allied Barton, which was acquired and merged with Universal Protection to become Allied Universal in 2016. Financial leaders...

Before adopting an IDV system, it’s imperative to conduct thorough testing, especially for large-scale businesses. However, it is nearly impossible to obtain a reliable set of IDs with real NFC chips (as they contain sensitive personal data) to test-drive the verification process. Besides, it’s not that easy to test both positive and negative verification scenarios without representative ID sampling. Regula’s unique service, Regula NFC TestKit, effectively addresses these issu...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar, and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has been chosen to supply the camera surveillance technology for a historically important English Heritage site, at the Transit Shed, Exeter Quayside.  Installed by Select Electrics and specified by Derek Maltby of Global MSC Security, the inclusion of additional CCTV was required to monitor the Exeter Quayside area, covering the canal side, shops, restaurants, bars, and attractions. ...

New software integration with the CLIQ Web Manager (CWM) brings even greater control and more streamlined processes to teams who deploy the C•CURE security management solution. Key to this seamless integration is bi-directional communication and synchronisation between CWM and C•CURE software. Security managers can minimise potential duplicate work and trust that their master interface is accurate.  Automated sync saves them time, ensures transparency and accountability, and make...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit at booth #3255 of the 2024 Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), January 24-26 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. This featured solution centers around Morse Watchmans’ proprietary electronic key control system and includes additional materials and support required to provide first responders with fast, secure access to keys...

Decision Sciences, a provider of advanced security and contraband detection systems, has created the new role of CCO to enable DSIC to capitalise on its unique and revolutionary non-intrusive inspection (NII) technology, to penetrate new global markets in port and border security, critical infrastructure protection, as well as many others. Kevin is a recognised expert and commercial pioneer with proven success in the security NII sector; he has held leadership roles in market-pioneering OEM com...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety shared tips on protecting the privacy of data captured from video surveillance systems.  According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, 137 out of 194 countries have put in place legislation to secure the protection of data and privacy. This trend is expected to accelerate in 2024 as legislation is introduced around the ethical use of AI...

TE Connectivity Ltd. reported results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 29, 2023. First quarter highlights Net sales were $3.83 billion, in line with guidance, essentially flat on a reported basis year over year and down 1% organically. GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $5.76, including a one-time tax-related benefit, and adjusted EPS was $1.84, up 20% year over year. Orders were $3.8 billion, up 4% year over year, with year-over...

RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, announces its participation in the prestigious Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 event in Barcelona from Tuesday, January 30th to Friday, February 2nd, 2024. The company will showcase its latest product innovations designed to revolutionise video distribution and display at the desk, on the video wall, or for mobile deployment. Enhanced features and functionality As the world becomes increasing...

In support of International Data Privacy Day, Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shares data protection best practices to help physical security pioneers protect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust without compromising security. Prioritising privacy Genetec encourages businesses and individuals alike to use International Data Privacy Day as an opportunity to evaluate and enhance their...

Barracuda Networks, Inc., a trusted partner and pioneering provider of cloud-first security solutions, published its Cybernomics 101 report, which examines the financial forces and profit motives behind cyberattacks. The new report reveals the average annual cost of responding to compromises exceeded $5 million. The report also raises the alarm over hackers exploring how they can use generative AI (GenAI) technology to increase the volume, sophistication, and effectiveness of their attacks. 50%...

OPTEX, the global sensor manufacturer, has appointed Lawrence Peters as Head of Sales in the UK and Ireland to further strengthen and expand OPTEX’s capabilities across the region. Lawrence Peters' responsibilities Lawrence Peters will be responsible for pioneering and implementing OPTEX’s domestic sales and growth strategy, with a particular focus on new customer acquisition across key vertical markets, including the retail, logistics, data centre, critical infrastructure, and res...

Advantech, a global pioneer in Industrial IoT, has officially established the ASEAN Shared Service Centre (ASSC) in Penang, Malaysia, to enhance customer service in the Asia-Pacific region. The company initiated the first project of ASSC by signing a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Piacom, a system integrator (SI) affiliated with Petrolimex, a Vietnamese petroleum group. UCC Worldwide Expansion Plan Additionally, Advantech has launched the University Co-Creation (UCC) Worldwide Expansion Plan...

Sensata Technologies has established a new near-term goal supporting environmental sustainability and aims to achieve a 45% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions by 2030 compared to the 2021 baseline. The new goal is in addition to the Company’s long-term goal to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050. Energy and Emissions As outlined in Sensata’s 2022 Sustainability Report, Energy and Emissions are one of the Company’s key material top...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada. Canada's Top Employers for Young People is organised by the Canada's Top 100 Employers project. This special designation recognises the employers that offer Canada’s best workplaces and programmes for young people just starting their careers. Companies a...

Situated in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, this venerable university stands as one of the oldest in the country, tracing its roots back to 1881. Honouring a forward-thinking ruler, it has evolved into a prominent public institution that provides a diverse array of academic programmes spanning arts, sciences, engineering, and management. Dedicated to delivering top-notch education and cultivating a culture of research and innovation, the university features a sprawling campus and holds a distinguishe...

Danfoss and Google announced a strategic partnership to make use of the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and promote energy-efficient solutions in data centres. Under the partnership, Danfoss, the Danish multinational engineering group, will use Google Cloud’s generative AI capabilities to optimise the customer experience, streamline internal work processes and improve productivity across the organisation. This can be done, for example, by using gen AI to collec...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced 2023 YOY revenue growth of 300%, along with an 18% increase in employee headcount. The company achieved rapid expansion across multiple verticals, including the K-12 education market, commercial sectors including retail, gaming and healthcare, and the U.S. Department of Defence. ZeroEyes achieved multiple milestones during the pa...