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IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technologies, and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), the science and tech arm of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in Singapore, announced that they have signed a master agreement under a Strategic Partnership for Innovation (SPI) to collaborate on research and development in biometrics and forensics technologies. The partnership will accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions to ensure the safety and security of Singapore citi...

MSA Security, an Allied Universal® company and the world's largest provider of canine detection teams, will host an educational webinar titled, High Consequence Threat Protection on November 15, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET.  Attendees will gain insights into the current threat landscape, a comprehensive evaluation of all known and unknown cyber and physical risks that can impact an organisation and essential protection strategies to safeguard organisations against terrorism and h...

A Worcester-based security and access management specialist has been named as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, gaining a prestigious national award. The Key Safe Company has been accredited as 'Very Good' in The UK’s Top 100 Best Small Companies to Work for in 2023–a nationally recognised and respected scheme run by Best Companies, which celebrates a company’s commitment to employee engagement in the workplace. Key Safe Company Entering for the first time, i...

Connect ONE® takes the complexity out of managing visitors to the premises with registration and preregistration features that collect data on access around the facility, track the whereabouts of visitors, and assess the health and safety of individuals before they enter. Dealers and their customers have more data and details on visitors, adding new tangible value to access control in a unified platform.   Visitor management Keeping paper logs for visitor management doesn’...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. proudly announced the commemoration of its 150th anniversary, a significant milestone few businesses reach. Through its long-time commitment to the industry and proactive approach to shaping the future of technology, the company has not only kept pace with industry developments over the years but consistently appeared at the forefront. Recognising employees Commemoration of this milestone has centered around showing gratitude to Konica Minolta&rs...

The technology company Siemens and ServiceNow, a pioneering company specialising in digital workflows, will work more closely together in the future. Siemens’ cloud-based software service makes all OT devices on the shop floor completely transparent and connects them with the market-proven NowPlatform from ServiceNow. Industrial asset management This Software-as-a-Service solution from Siemens enables the recognition, identification, and management of all OT devices to simplify and autom...

Axis Communications furthers its dedication to innovating for a smarter, safer world by announcing its latest video technologies at ISC East 2023. 120 new products and solutions As a part of its commitment to R&D, which has delivered more than 120 new products and solutions so far in 2023, Axis is pleased to unveil its latest additions including new multidirectional panoramic cameras, high-performance bullet cameras, and a stainless-steel dome camera designed for harsh environments (all en...

Illumio, Inc., the Zero Trust Segmentation company released the Cloud Security Index: Redefine Cloud Security with Zero Trust Segmentation, which presents the findings of global research into the current state of cloud security, the impact of cloud breaches, and why traditional cloud security technologies fail to keep organisations secure in the cloud. Vanson Bourne, an independent research firm, surveyed 1,600 IT and security decision-makers across nine countries and found that cloud risks are...

SeeTrue, a global AI software solution pioneer for security screening, disclosed its recent entry into the realm of urban security through a strategic partnership with Israel Railways. This collaborative effort has resulted in the seamless integration of SeeTrue's cutting-edge AI solution into security screening checkpoints at railway stations throughout Israel, including the country's largest stations, where more than 1,000 bags require screening every hour. Faster, smoother security p...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the major cloud access control platform built for mobile introduces PDK.io 2.0 which expands features, functionality, and scalability to support enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites. PDK.io 2.0 features With version 2.0, doors connected to disparate PDK Cloud Nodes can be managed as a single customer system and credential holders can reside in a single database and be distributed across one or many locations. PDK.io 2.0 feature...

Acre Security, a global provider of security solutions, is proud to announce its participation in Intersec 2024, taking place on 16 – 18 January 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Over the past seven months, Acre Security has unified its operations into a single, cohesive global business. This transformation underscores its commitment to providing streamlined and efficient experiences for clients worldwide. Unified network of solutions Acre Secu...

With this newest software release, users will have increased tools to drive productivity, collaboration, and scalability. For enterprises seeking an intelligent foundation that transforms video data into actionable insights, XProtect 2023 R3 is a platform that promises unlimited potential. XProtect 2023 R3 Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, announces the release of XProtect 2023 R3, the latest version of its highly scalable, flexible, data-driven video management software (VMS...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has hired Joe Harvey to serve in the newly created role of ITS Market Sector Leader.    With the widespread adoption of network surveillance cameras and other connected devices in cities around the world, there has been a subsequent effort to leverage this “smart” infrastructure to create what is known as Intelligent Transportation Systems (...

UK-based intruder detection manufacturer - Texecom is pleased to announce the upgraded and enhanced version of their SmartCom 4G communicator. Following a focused programme of development, the advanced gateway communicator benefits from enhanced connectivity across all 4G bands. Signal sensitivity Signal sensitivity on all the main bands has also been improved increasing the usable range from masts in some instances by up to 4 times.  An all-new antenna also provides a stronge...

Focused on adopting smart digital technologies to innovate services, drive the economy, and improve quality of life, this landmark event aims to accelerate Kuwait's journey towards digitisation, aligning with the visionary goals outlined in Kuwait's Vision 2035. Digital transformation Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition, the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) is proud to announce its renewed collaboration with the Kuwait Digital Transformation Conference for...

Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses announced the integration of DMP alarm panels into its interactive Security Operations Centres (iSOCs). This underscores Interface’s mission to extend the capabilities of its iSOCs by seamlessly integrating leading business security solutions with the iSOC remote video monitoring technology. New possibilities The incorporation of DMP panels in...

AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA introduced the AMG260M industrially hardened, ultra-compact fibre optic Gigabit Ethernet media converter. Available as both non-PoE models as well as PoE models with IEEE802.3at 30W or IEEE802.3bt 60/90W PoE or PoE-powered models. The AMG260M PoE PSE models are suitable for powering the latest high-power requirement PoE IP devices in difficult applications requiring equipment to be industrially hardened and immune from temperature, shock, and vibration....

Award-winning security pioneer, Gallagher, reaffirms its commitment to U.S. government bodies by appointing Jeff Fields as Director and Paul Haake as Senior Systems Engineer of its newly formed Federal Government Programme. Combined, Fields and Haake bring 65 years of experience–many directly in the federal landscape-to the Gallagher team and are “brimming with excitement,” as Haake puts it, to launch the new programme. Fields and Haake envision Gallagher’s Federal Gover...

Allied Universal® Electronic Monitoring (AUEM) has won a six-year, £160 million contract to supply next-generation electronic monitoring technology to the UK government’s Ministry of Justice (MoJ). As part of the contract, AUEM will deliver its latest monitoring technologies and systems for GPS and Radio Frequency tracking. It will further include solutions for alcohol monitoring (transdermal & breath) and non-fitted monitoring devices. Electronic monitoring In the UK, app...

Verkada was founded in 2016 to modernise enterprise-grade video security, but currently, it does much more than video security alone. Verkada’s security ecosystem is designed to make the job of protecting people and property as easy and effective as possible. To them, protection covers everything from badging into work to monitoring the air people breathe while they're there. Latest features and updates As Verkada makes progress toward delivering the operating system of the modern comme...

March Networks recently unveiled the new RideSafe XT IP NVR recording platform. RideSafe XT delivers a first-of-its-kind Sleep Mode capability enabled by artificial intelligence (AI) to help transit agencies eliminate damage and risk when buses are out of service. METRO Executive Editor, Alex Roman recently spoke to Net Payne, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at March Networks, about the new platform, the importance of surveillance in transit, and how AI will continue to play a role in the ind...

In many small businesses, the task of handing out and tracking keys is laborious and time-consuming. And because mechanical locking requires a keyholder (or keyholders) to be present, staff absences or vacations cause a problem —including unnecessary waiting around for an important door to be opened. A simple, familiar solution is offered when businesses make a simple switch to digital PIN locking. “We had a door with a classic lock and key,” explains Tom Smeets, owner of fami...

The Connectivity Standards Alliance, an international community of more than 675 technology companies committed to open standards for the Internet of Things, is proud to unveil Aliro, a new effort aimed at transforming how users unlock doors or other entry points using their mobile device or wearable. Adoption of new technology The Alliance and its members, in pursuit of their mission to promote universal open standards, are creating a new communication protocol with a common credential t...

SALTO Systems has launched BLUEntrance Space–a fast, seamless, all-in-one Visitor ID and Access Management solution designed to automate operations and digitalise the visitor lobby experience. BLUEntrance Space combines visitor identification and access control in a single, powerful platform, providing a host of features that enhance security and streamline the guest journey. This advanced software solution offers digital pre-registration, contactless check-in and check-out capabilities,...

Hanwha Vision, the vision solution provider, has achieved ISO 27001 (ISO/IEC 27001) certification, the international standard for information security, further bolstering its internal security management systems (ISMS) and proving itself as a trustworthy and cyber-secure partner. ISO 27001 standard ISO 27001 is the recognised standard for information security management systems, established by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commi...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has hired Scott McGinnis to serve in the newly created role of Client Director–Healthcare Sector Provider. Benefits of video intelligence As AI-powered video analytics continue to evolve and proliferate, the ability to adequately convey the benefits of video intelligence solutions will require specialists with individual market expertise who can speak to how the...

With NurseAssist, MOBOTIX AG and Kepler Vision Technologies are launching their first joint solution for the elderly, hospital, and care facilities. Kepler's software, which is embedded in the MOBOTIX c71 Hemispheric Indoor Camera, accurately detects people falling, as well as leaving the bed. It can significantly reduce false alarms compared to other automatic systems. As a result, the solution leads to significantly improved care for the elderly, the sick, and those in need of nursing care, wh...

Quanergy Solutions, a global provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, and Edge360, the company that delivers a comprehensive containerised video management solution, have further enhanced the power of their joint solution.  Edge360 can leverage Quanergy Q-Track’s innovative object stitching mechanism to ensure that security customers never lose sight of bad actors, even if they hide behind occlusions/obstacles or if the scene is pitch dark. Surveill VMS  Surveill VMS is an adv...

Briton is proud to return as a sponsor for the 2023 Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Education Awards, set to take place at one of London’s leading venues, The Brewery, on Thursday 23rd November 2023.   The 43rd GAI Education Awards will celebrate the outstanding educational achievements of architectural ironmongery professionals in the 2022/23 education program, awarding a new class of GAI Diploma holders before commending the industry’s rising talents and top per...

Nexi has agreed with IN Groupe, an identity specialist and secure digital services, who will take over the ownership of the eID business.  Digital transformation The strategic ambition of Nexi is to further strengthen its position as the PayTech in Europe and in the context of the portfolio rationalisation and simplification process announced at the Capital Markets Day in September 2022, the divestment is in line with the strategic direction presented. IN Groupe is a global pioneer and s...