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In the rich tapestry of Chigwell School's heritage, dating back to its founding year in 1629, 2013 marked a vibrant thread with the unveiling of a gleaming new pre-Prep School. Fast forward to now, and the campus expands further with its largest project to date, a state-of-the-art Sport and Wellness Centre. Alongside these updates, the school recognised the need for increased security around the Drama Centre. Situated in leafy Essex, Chigwell School, renowned for its nurturing environment, comm...

Dean Drako and Cobalt AI (previously known as Cobalt Robotics) announced that Cobalt has been acquired by Dean Drako. As Cobalt’s owner, Drako will serve as the company’s chairman, while Ken Wolff, Cobalt’s CEO, will continue pioneering the company. Cobalt AI will operate as an independent company with its current management team and entire staff. Cobalt is a pioneering provider of AI alarm filtering, remote monitoring, and security robot solutions for the enterprise. The Coba...

Around production environments, the main concern was always the efficiency of the production output. The risks of operational technology (OT) cybersecurity were unknown for many years. However, that all changed as the need for knowing what is connected, where it’s connected, and how it’s connected became imperative.  As cybersecurity is a necessity for oil and gas, the integrity of the OT network is very crucial for the safety and operation of the Motor Oil refinery. O...

Hackers gain control of a chemical plant’s furnace control system. They tamper with the temperature settings and cause an explosion. The consequences of an incident like that can be catastrophic, especially since 9.3 million people reside within a 10-kilometre radius of the average chemical plant in the US. Targeting operational technology (OT) systems has become a typical tactic for bad actors. Cybercriminals and nation-state actors see these critical assets as an open invitation to disr...

AMG Systems, the pioneer in NDAA and TAA-approved, highly robust connectivity and transmission solutions for IP Video, has launched its latest UK-designed and built Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector range, named the AMG150 and AMG155 series. The AMG150/155 series of PoE injectors has been designed to deliver Power over Ethernet from 15 right up to 90 watts, transmitting power to edge devices via 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, right up to 10Gb Ethernet network connections. In this way, the AMG150/155 series...

Matrix, a pioneer in security solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the SATATYA VMSP, a new Video Management Software Platform. This enterprise-grade, server-based Network Video Recorder provides a turnkey video surveillance solution for medium to large organisations. Coming in three variants, supporting up to 255 Channels each, this VMSP server has 8/16/24 SATA Channels with a storage capacity of 144TB/288TB/432TB each.  Challenges faced by customers Many businesses struggle w...

IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST), a division of IDEMIA Group, announces a strategic research partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) on Post Quantum Cryptography. The objective of the partnership will be to strengthen privacy frameworks against quantum threats, with a specific focus on designing post-quantum schemes based on lattices and to create post-quantum cryptography solutions that ultimately ensure the long-term security of products. As part of this...

A distinguished nonprofit organisation recently launched a cutting-edge 1000-bed Multi Super Specialty Hospital and Research Centre in Surat, Gujarat. This initiative aims to address medical gaps, especially in highly specialised fields. To date, the hospital has served over three million outpatient (OPD) cases and performed surgeries for 800,000 patients. Renowned for its advanced amenities, the hospital attracts patients from local and international communities. It prioritises serving low-inc...

Innodisk, a pioneering global AI solution provider, is showcasing its comprehensive new products at Computex 2024 with a focus on edge AI. Key highlights include the industry's pioneering CXL 2.0 memory expansion, E3.S SSD, and innovative MIPI over Type-C camera technology for machine vision. Live demonstrations of smart manufacturing PPE recognition and intelligent people tracking will emphasise Innodisk’s custom edge AI capabilities. This event also unveils Innodisk’s new brand vi...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is excited to announce it has retained a consultant to prepare its application for SAFETY Act designation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its recently enhanced, state-of-the-art Firearm Detection software solution. The successful designation, which is expected sometime in 2024, would challenge the current monopoly position held by ZeroEyes in this designation. “Our...

Logpoint is announcing that Mikkel Drucker has been appointed new Chief Executive Officer at Logpoint. The nomination of Drucker marks the next stage in Logpoint’s journey to becoming a European cybersecurity powerhouse, providing regional access to outcome-driven security operations and compliance technologies. Drucker is an international technology executive with a strong focus on commercial excellence and a proven track record of successfully scaling SaaS and scale-up companies an...

At Dahua, they view environmental protection as one of their core responsibilities. They integrate clean technology into the company's strategy and increase investment outputs in this area, particularly in R&D. In this article, they will explore how Dahua empowers its green R&D capabilities, highlighting its green product management platform, utilisation of green raw materials as well its upgraded green packaging. Utilising GPM platform Dahua embeds green principles throughout the en...

With an impressive 259 charging points and locally generated solar power to charge vehicles, Merklingen train station is the world’s largest e-car charging park. Situated between the cities of Stuttgart and Ulm, Merklingen was inaugurated in December 2022. The new train station serves approximately 1000 to 1300 passengers daily. It has benefitted local hospitality, retail, and tourism since it opened with the state Ministry of Transport calculating that it will eventually generate an ann...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the opening of several new R&D hubs and experience centres, and the expansion of several offices around the world. New R&D hubs Underscoring its commitment to innovation, Genetec is expanding its global footprint with the establishment and expansion of new research and development hubs in strategic locations worldwide. Located in Vienna (Austria)...

As the cybersecurity landscape evolves with the looming threat of quantum computing, industry pioneers are joining forces to develop robust solutions. The Hyperform consortium unites several pioneering players in cybersecurity and post-quantum: IDEMIA Secure Transactions, a project coordinator and a pioneering provider of secure solutions, CryptoNext, a provider of post-quantum cryptography remediation solutions, Atempo, a provider of data protection solutions, Prim’X, a software publ...

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the digital infrastructure company, announced an expansion to its Colt Intelligent Communications (CIC) Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) with availability in seven further European countries. The additional countries–Czech Republic, Finland, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Romania and Slovakia – mean businesses can now benefit from the quality, security and flexibility delivered by Colt’s suite of fully compliant cloud voice services in 2...

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the cybersecurity solutions company focused on cyber strategy has signed a partnership agreement with Boost, the key operations and logistics partner across Croatia, servicing multiple international markets. Through this partnership, Boost will distribute Crossword’s full suite of cybersecurity products across Europe.  Boost will support Crossword, by providing clients with its ISO audit accreditation support services, enabling them to receive I...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce significant enhancements in the performance and reliability of its firearm detection AI analytics. These improvements will be incorporated into RAD's popular line of security devices, including ROSA™, RIO™, AVA™, and RADDOG™, and will begin shipping in June. Key features Key features of the upgraded firearm detection system include: Double Aut...

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the addition of Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company, to its technology partner roster. SDS offers Active Shooter Intelligence, a comprehensive solution that combines next-generation sensors, advanced situational awareness software and seamless data integration with 911 services. SDS was added to the PSA Network as a part of its commitment to providing the be...

Cepsa, one of Spain's largest integrated energy companies, operates two energy parks in the south of Spain. For years, employees at the plants have relied on Pepperl+Fuchs products to communicate with each other and document daily tasks such as maintenance. The introduction of 5G has now created new standards in terms of availability, network coverage, and latency, opening an opportunity to gradually replace the existing Smart-Ex® 02 inventory with the intrinsically safe Smart-Ex® 0...

Speakers at the 10th ETSI/IQC Quantum Safe Cryptography Conference have called on organisations to prepare their cybersecurity infrastructures to address the challenges of a post-quantum world. Organised by ETSI and the Institute for Quantum Computing, this year’s conference was hosted from 14-16 May by the Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT), National University of Singapore (NUS), in partnership with the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and the Cyber Security Agen...

Pioneering sensor manufacturer OPTEX has reached a landmark 45th year at the forefront of the industry, recognised for its continuous commitment to the development and creation of intelligent sensing and detection technologies and solutions. Founded on 25 May 1979 in a coffee house in Kyoto, Japan, by electronics engineer Toru Kobayashi and three of his colleagues, OPTEX was born with a clear vision: to build a global sensing technology business with precision and intelligence at its heart. OP...

The Cyber Leader Summit, held at London’s Leadenhall Building and hosted by Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, served as a forum for discussing the escalating threats in the cyber landscape, with a particular focus on the alarming rise in cybercrime and the critical need for more robust defences. The one-day event brought together over 200 delegates, along with experts from Check Point, Microsoft, Om...

Belden Inc., a pioneering global supplier of network infrastructure and digitisation solutions, announces new products designed for secure, high-quality performance in critical applications. Data orchestration & management   Hirschmann IT Dragonfly DAP847 Railway Wi-Fi 6 Radios provide connectivity for train-to-ground communications, enabling reliable roaming and high data throughput for European rail applications. Hirschmann IT MAMMUTHUS Enterprise Managed Switches deliver to...

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 it has achieved substantial growth in the state of Pennsylvania over the last year. The company has more than doubled its footprint in the state, hiring dozens of Pennsylvania veterans, technologists, and skilled employees for high-paying emerging technology jobs with a global impact. With concerns for public safety on the ri...

Precisely, the global pioneer in data integrity, announced that Generali Real Estate, one of the world's pioneering real estate asset managers, relies on Precisely for its unparalleled data enrichment expertise. Precisely Points of Interest (POI) data helps Generali Real Estate unlock greater context from location data and fuel artificial intelligence (AI) advancements transforming the real estate market. Standard real estate metrics When Generali Real Estate became one of the first real...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, has a full lineup of key control solutions with unmatched expertise and robust technology that is bolstering security at K-12 schools nationwide, improving security operations, reducing costs, and facilitating better response times after an incident. Highlights include innovations like the Morse Watchmans’ Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit, which provides first responders with secure, fast access to keys in the...

Matrix successfully demonstrated its cutting-edge security products and solutions at InnoMetro 2024, held from May 21st to 22nd at the Hotel Taj Vivanta. As a pioneering Indian company, Matrix proudly presented its RDSO 6.0-compliant network cameras, specifically designed for Indian Railways, at Booth No. H1.17. During the event, Matrix highlighted its commitment to cybersecurity with network cameras certified by STQC, Delhi lab, adhering to OWASP ASVS 4.0 L2 norms. These cameras ensure the s...

SecuX, a blockchain security and cryptocurrency hardware wallet company, join them on May 29, 2024, at 3:00 PM at Halcyon, Austin, Texas, for an exclusive side event at the 2024 Consensus conference. "Safeguarding the Future: Innovations in Blockchain Security" brings together industry pioneers and experts to explore the latest trends and innovations in blockchain security. Engage with top experts and speakers, as they share insights on securing digital transactions and infrastructures. The eve...

The California Alarm Association (CAA) is proud to announce that Lilianne G. Chaumont has been awarded the prestigious Mark Schubert Memorial Award for her outstanding dedication and contributions to the electronic security and life safety industries. The award ceremony took place on Friday, May 17, 2024, recognising Lilianne's tireless efforts and commitment to the industry. Involvement with the CAA Program Lilianne G. Chaumont, President of Chaumont Law Inc., has been a pillar of the elect...