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Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division announced the expansion and rebranding of its portfolio of physical security solutions to HxGN dC3. The new name, which stands for Detect, Command, Control and Collaborate, reflects the company’s approach to protecting people, property and assets by supporting the entire lifecycle of an incident to minimise its impact. LiDAR detection technology Since acquiring pioneering physical security solution provider Qognify in...

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise resilience, announced Harold Rivas as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With more than two decades of experience and proven leadership in the cybersecurity industry. Rivas will oversee global cybersecurity and information technology for the company, including security for products and services, threat management, cyber risk and compliance, and security operations. Harold’s deep expertise “I am thrilled to welcome Harold...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) welcomed the news that the SIA is to come under the portfolio of the Minister of State for Security, Dan Jarvis, in the Home Office. In a joint statement issued now, Heather Baily, Chair of the SIA and Michelle Russell, Chief Executive of the SIA, said: "We very much welcome this move as it ensures that both functions of the SIA, which include the existing regulation of the private security industry and the new Martyn’s Law regulator function, complem...

Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches have fundamentally transformed how devices are powered and connected to industrial networks. By transmitting both power and data through a single Ethernet cable, industrial PoE switches enable the deployment of Powered Devices (PD), such as IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and sensors. New generation of PoE switches New generation of low-voltage PoE switches able to operate on input voltages below 48VDC Standard PoE Ethernet switches supply...

Cyberattacks are surging globally, with organisations now facing an average of 1,673 attacks per week – a staggering 44% increase from 2023. As AI-powered threats intensify and critical infrastructure such as energy systems become prime targets, CYBSEC-EXPO returns to Piacenza Expo in Italy with a renewed focus on education, collaboration, and cross-industry solutions. A stronger educational focus for 2025 CYBSEC-EXPO will feature an expanded conference programme between 21st&ndash...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is proud to announce two new appointments and an internal promotion to kick off 2025, signalling a continued focus on regional growth across Australia in the year ahead.  Mick Lambert steps into a newly created role, as Engagement and Onboarding Manager. Joining Gallagher nearly seven years ago, Mick started out as a Technical Account Manager – Queensland before a promotion to Senior Technical Account Manager. Mick's new role&n...

At ISC-West, booth #7041, Acoem, a pioneer in advanced physical security solutions, will unveil its next-generation gunshot detection system. Acoem ATD (Acoustic Threat Detection) technology is designed for security professionals, law enforcement agencies, and critical infrastructure operators who require a data-driven gunshot detection solution that delivers unparalleled speed, accuracy, and scalability—without the need for multiple sensors. Acoem’s Cadence™ softwa...

On March 18, 2025, members of the security industry will hear an impactful and personal assessment of the tragic and devastating wildfires upon the surrounding communities and offer the opportunity for interested industry stakeholders to discuss a potential role in the recovery efforts. This program, co-presented by the Security Industry Association, the Electronic Security Association, PSA and The Monitoring Association, is developed for information purposes and to raise awareness of current r...

Milestone Systems, a pioneer in video technology software, is exhibiting and speaking at ISC West 2025, taking place in Las Vegas, March 31–April 4. This marks the company’s 22nd time participating in the premier industry event. At ISC West, Milestone will present the new product suite as well as a range of new solutions within public safety and hybrid and cloud deployment. Unlocking the full video data For the first time, Milestone will present the expanded suite of pro...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech solution provider best known for its fraud prevention tools, announced a new milestone established by recognition from G2, a pioneering B2B review platform, which has named iDenfy as one of the Best Software Products of 2025. This marks iDenfy’s debut on the prestigious top 100 list, with the company securing 44th place in the Financial Services Products category and 48th place in the Data Privacy Products section. iDenfy’s commitment G2’s r...

SUSE®, a pioneer in innovative, open and secure enterprise-grade solutions, announced an integration between SUSE Security and Microsoft Sentinel, a cloud-native security information and event management (SIEM) solution. The integration, enhanced by the generative AI capabilities of Microsoft Security Copilot, empowers joint customers with a unified security approach across hybrid IT environments. Robust security solution “This new integration is a robust security solution for any o...

Following a hugely successful presence at the Salto Partner Summit – Inspire 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, Wavestore is reflecting on an event that exceeded expectations, strengthened industry partnerships, and created exciting new opportunities with resellers and distributors across North America. “I had high expectations, but this event was two to three times better than I thought it would be,” said Jeff Wood, VP of Sales North America. “At times, all three of us were enga...

NSSLGlobal, a pioneering independent full-service project engineering, satcom and systems integrator, announces a partnership with the Royal Navy Rugby League (RNRL). The collaboration supports the growth of its Seniors, Women’s and Academy squads, reinforcing NSSLGlobal’s commitment to the Armed Forces community. RNRL benefits The RNRL benefits from a funding injection over the course of three years The RNRL benefits from a funding injection over the course of three years, which...

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) has inaugurated a new HDD Innovation Laboratory (HDD Innovation Lab) at its site in Düsseldorf, Germany. The facility expands Toshiba’s HDD (hard disk drive) evaluation capabilities to customers and partners in Europe and the Middle East, supporting them in identifying the optimal HDD setups for their applications. Its main purpose will be the evaluation of HDD configurations for larger IT such as storage area networks (SAN), network-attached...

Deep Sentinel, the pioneer in proactive AI-powered security, announced the official launch of its Bring Your Own Camera (BYOC) program.  This offering allows businesses to equip their existing third-party security cameras with Deep Sentinel's award-winning surveillance software, unlocking a new level of advanced security. Deep Sentinel's AI security Instead, compatible third-party cameras can seamlessly connect to Deep Sentinel's platform Through the BYOC service, businesses no longer n...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in high-performance LiDAR-based security and smart space solutions, announces a technology partnership with Netsocs, an integration and automation software solution provider specialising in electronic security. The partnership combines invaluable data from Quanergy 3D LiDAR sensors with Netsocs’ highly versatile and powerful management platform to deliver unparalleled operational intelligence and security for large-scale enterprises with the highest lev...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services provider, announced details of its 2024 merger and acquisition (M&A) activities. In 2024, the company closed six transactions with aggregate annual revenues totalling more than $240 million. The acquired companies represent various security service lines in regions around the world and include the following: JE Security: Security Technology, Barbados, May 2024 Unified Command: Event Services Technology, United States, Ma...

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in video surveillance and security solutions, unveils its Traffic AI Pack – AIA-C01TRF, a cutting-edge solution designed to transform traffic monitoring and management by empowering operators with sophisticated detection capabilities to enhance road safety, optimise traffic flow, and improve overall efficiency.  Available with selected Hanwha Vision’s P series AI cameras, the solution can detect, classify, and track vehicles in real-time. By identifying...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Phil Jensen as its new Director of Sales for Under Vehicle Surveillance Systems (UVSS). Jensen brings a wealth of experience and expertise to ISS, particularly in government sales, technical security solutions, and growth-focused strategies. Prior to joining ISS, he held the position of Director of Government Business Development and Sales at A...

Jacksons Fencing announces the return of Cris Francis as its new Commercial Director. With over 20 years of experience in sales, leadership and the security industry, Cris brings invaluable expertise and a wealth of insight to his new role. His return to Jacksons Fencing after a six-year absence marks a significant milestone for the company, as it continues to build on its reputation for growth, innovation, and strategic development in the sector. A proven career Cris began his career in the...

Comelit-PAC has launched a new Gateway to allow customers to connect their PAC controllers to Housing Central, a simple-to-install device designed to facilitate seamless access control communication and remote management for residential customers. The PAC Gateway has been created to address the evolving needs of residential customers and to enable remote management between the primary PAC 511/512DCi and secondary 512DC door controllers on site, communicating via Ethernet or Cellular networks wi...

Charterhouse Capital Partners, one of the longest-established private equity firms operating in Europe, announces that it has agreed to acquire ESTYA, formerly ERIS. Charterhouse will invest in partnership with ESTYA’s management, who are reinvesting in the company, and alongside Chequers Capital, who will remain a significant shareholder following an initial investment in 2021. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approval. Electronic safety and security systems ESTYA is...

At this year’s Security and Policing, 3DX-Ray announced a contract for the sale of another ThreatScan®-LS3 system to a European Law Enforcement Agency. This sale is a follow-on order for similar systems already in service with the agency's EOD and search teams. 3DX-RAY ThreatScan®-LS3 is a compact yet powerful portable x-ray scanning system, ideal for mobile operations. The 305mm x 256mm imaging area is large enough for typical bags and packages to be scanned in one scan. 3DX-Ray...

VITEC, a market-pioneering provider of IPTV, video streaming and digital signage solutions, showcased its ability to deliver end-to-end solutions for managing, recording, tagging, and retransmitting video streams with a unique workflow demonstration at Silvus Connect Germany 2024. The event – attended by military, government, and first-responder organisations from around the world – provided end users with first-hand experience of Silvus-based mesh networked communication solutions...

SecurityBridge, the Cybersecurity Command Centre for SAP, is proud to announce that Bill Oliver, Managing Director of SecurityBridge U.S. operations, and Dirk Koerbitz, Principal Architect SAP Security at Fresenius Digital Technology, have been invited to present at SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025. Their SAP Cybersecurity session “Been There, Done That!” will provide invaluable insights into real-world SAP cybersecurity challenges and solutions. The presentation will occur on March 1...

Innodisk, a pioneering global AI solution provider, is unveiling its latest embedded and AI solutions at Embedded World 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany. With a strong focus on AI innovation, Innodisk is showcasing solutions that bridge the gap between AI concepts and real-world applications, including AI-powered video analytics, high-performance edge computing, and on-premise large language models (LLMs) for enterprise and industrial use. Range of innovative AI applications Innodisk highlights its...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is set to ignite ISC West 2025 with its first-ever live trivia experience, “Morse Watchmans’ Key Truths,” at booth 15109. This interactive contest challenges security market end users and integrators to prove their key control expertise for a chance to win a $150 Visa gift card and exclusive Morse Watchmans swag. Morse Watchmans trivia At booth 15109, participants in the Morse Watchmans t...

IDIS Americas will have a bigger presence at ISC West this year (April 2025, Las Vegas, booth #8037) with an expanded range of high-quality, Korean and U.S.-origin technologies and its most comprehensive lineup of new products and technologies to bolster its end-to-end, AI-enhanced video surveillance solutions. A major draw for visitors will be IDIS’s new Edge AI Camera Plus range which offers users a host of tools to improve real-time surveillance operations and footage search-and-playba...

Immersive, the pioneer in people-centric cybersecurity, announced the appointment of Mark Schmitz as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Following the momentum of Immersive’s recent brand launch, this strategic appointment marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth trajectory aimed at further solidifying its leadership in the cyber resilience and readiness space.  Founder James Hadley will remain on the company’s board and transition to the role of Chie...

Regula, a developer of forensic devices and identity verification solutions, brought document verification to the catwalk at the annual Intergraf Currency+Identity conference. Regula’s molded lenses, magnifiers, and optical filter turrets became key design elements in a fashion show featuring iconic Milanese characters: the office worker, the curious tourist, the street performer, and the child eating gelato. Document verification solutions Intergraf conference connects technology...