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BSIA members will play an integral role in delivering solutions at the Commonwealth Games Security arrangements for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games have taken a major step forward, as the event’s organising committee announced a list of 19 security suppliers who have been invited to tender for a range of Games-specific security contracts. Among the 19 companies invited to tender are eight members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), whose proven trac...

A Technical Seminar will be held during the frame of SEGURITEC PERU to update general concepts in Security and Safety The economic development of Peru and the Boom in the construction of new Housing, Shopping Malls, Hotels, Casinos, Restaurants, Schools, Universities, Clubs among others, has created a heavy demand for Security & Safety products. Among the best sale products are CCTV, Digital Video Recorders (DVR), Access Control, Theft Detectors, Video Intercoms, Alarms,...

SANS training is ideal for those looking to develop their existing understanding of technology and security SANS brings world-class information security training to Muscat in Oman from Saturday 14th to Thursday 19th of December. The 5-star Al Bustan Palace hotel will host two of SANS' most popular courses with Ted Demopoulos teaching ‘SEC401: Security Essentials Bootcamp Style’ which covers all of the core areas of security and is ideal for those looking to develop...

The courses will cover network penetration testing, forensic investigations and intrusion detection SANS’ European expansion continues with a return to Belgium in February 2014. SANS Brussels presents four essential security training courses covering network penetration testing, forensic investigations, intrusion detection and security essentials including the recently enhanced SEC503: Intrusion Detection In-Depth. SANS Brussels 2014 runs from Monday 17th till Satur...

INSIDE Secure and Intrinsic-ID recently announce they are bringing to market a new class of secure microcontrollers for smart cards and other applications that apply Hardware Intrinsic Security(TM) (HIS) to provide the highest levels of security for cloud-based transactions. Hardware Intrinsic Security technology uses the unique attributes of a device to extract high quality security keys, which in turn make the process very secure. By combining INSIDE’s proven secure microcontroller desig...

Intersec 2014 will focus on areas including Commercial Security & Information Security, Safety & Health, and Fire & Rescue Safety, fire protection and security remain high on the priority lists of governments and corporate companies worldwide given the current uncertain scenario in many parts of the world. The Middle East region, replete with its crucial reserves of oil and natural gas, and boasting some of the fastest growing economies within its ranks, is bei...

Gallagher's Bangkok office will be open and operational by the end of the year New Zealand global security leader, Gallagher has announced plans to expand its operations in Thailand to support growing needs of the ASEAN countries. Sir William Gallagher, CEO of Gallagher, joined the official visit of New Zealand Prime Minister to Bangkok this month, as the company prepares to open an office and further establish its business in the region. The company already supports customer...

NXT-ID Inc., a biometrics company focused on the growing mobile commerce market, announced recently that it has successfully ported its MobileBio Voicematch algorithm to its widely anticipated next generation payment and identity product -- the Wocket. The Wocket is a new class of biometrically secure mobile devices designed to bring the traditional wallet into the 21st century by providing the functionality of a wallet and incorporating a touch screen and a single dynamically programmable card...

The partnership provides an innovative solution for managing pool vehicles Traka, the intelligent access management systems company, has recently signed a reseller agreement with Next Generation Mobility of Munich for the latter to integrate and sell its Traka Touch Key Management systems as part of the comprehensive cloud based fleetster pool vehicle management and corporate car sharing solution. The partnership allows for Next Generation Mobility to integrate its softwa...

Hikvision Smart IP cameras are designed to fully meet all professional market requirements for efficient bandwidth and storage utilisation, as well as unparalleled image quality and customer convenience. As video surveillance continues to incorporate IP technology into their products, security manufacturers are now considering how "SMART" technology can enrich their own product lines and strengthen product competitiveness. Hikvision is prepared to meet this latest trend. Notably, Hikvision's in...

Adult and child patients are identified in the registry with Lumidigm fingerprint sensors Lumidigm recently announced that its multispectral imaging fingerprint sensors, as part of a solution supplied in partnership with Fulcrum Biometrics (San Antonio, Texas), are helping to stop vaccine waste for the millions of Africans not yet vaccinated. Until now, the vaccine delivery system has been hampered by ineffective tracking and reporting and, consequently, millions of young...

The new Board Directors will bring with them a wealth of experience and benefits to all members The Security Institute, the leading membership body for security professionals, appointed Lisa Sharkey and Nick Hymans CSyP as Directors of the Main Board with effect from 4th November 2013. Lisa Sharkey is a partner of Popplestone Allen Solicitors, specialising in licensing and entertainment law. Lisa has particular interest in security (and regulation) due to her professional...

TRANSEC is an ideal platform for Gallagher to display and discuss its current capabilities for the Transport security sector Gallagher's unique, integrated approach to access control and perimeter security will be showcased at Transport Security EXPO (TRANSEC) from November 13-14th at Olympia, London. The event will demonstrate the new features, benefits and attributes of a number of updated and recently launched products, including; new functionalities for the renowned V7...

The new USB scanners are designed to provide high level security for PC based identity access management solutions Suprema, Inc., a leading global provider of biometrics and ID solutions, will announce new USB fingerprint scanners and an embedded OEM module, BioMini Slim, BioMini Combo and SFU-S20 respectively, at Cartes 2013 from November 19th through 21st in Paris, France. BioMini Slim is specially designed to provide a high level security solution for PC based identity acc...

The workshop aims to provide business owners with the knowledge to expand in challenging times In an increasingly international marketplace and against a continued backdrop of economic austerity, how can exporting help Scottish businesses to grow? That’s the question being addressed at a free exporting workshop entitled Wise Up To Exporting, which is taking place at Murrayfield Stadium on Tuesday, 26th November. Aimed at helping businesses take their first steps towards...

Each Nedap business partner is an experienced system integrator Both partners aim to work together on multiple projects in the Kuwaiti market in the years to come. American University School has been one of the projects that both companies have successfully cooperated on in 2013. The Kuwaiti market, with customers like American University School, will strongly benefit from the experience and knowledge of the IT technology provider Gulfnet combined with the AEOS solution drive...

Identive’s improved performance in Q3 is a positive backdrop to its transition Identive reported its financial results for the third quarter (Q3) ended September 30, 2013. Highlights of the quarter included: New management team begins simplification and focus of business 14% revenue growth year over year Achievement of $0.6 million adjusted EBITDA Gross proceeds from private placement of $7.1 million Strong demand for our cloud-based SaaS and NFC consumer product...

Counter Terror Expo will add five new zones to reflect the evolving international security threat Counter Terror Expo has grown year-on-year to become the largest international counter terrorism and security event of its kind. CTX 2013 saw a 9% increase in the number of attendees to the show and that pattern of growth is expected to continue into 2014 when some 9500+ visitors, 400+ exhibitors and 350+ VIP and international delegations are expected to attend. Key to the succes...

BSIA’s Conference saw over 22 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of security products and services Delegates from all business backgrounds based in the South East of England enjoyed a successful and informative half-day conference and exhibition last week, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) at Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club on 30th October 2013. The South East Business Crime Conference saw over 130 delegates in attendance, with 22 exh...

Suprema showcases its FaceStation, BioStation T2 and BioEntry at the event Suprema, Inc., a leading biometrics company offering core fingerprint technologies for IP access control and time attendance systems, recently announced that it would highlight its latest products and technologies as well as its vision at the Suprema Global Partnership Program 2013 event being held on November 6-7, at RIVERA Hotel in Seoul. Suprema will showcase its industry-leading technology and prod...

Swisscom and LEGIC are currently working together in order to create a mobile ecosystem for the Swiss ID market Three Swiss market leaders have started to close a big gap in the NFC world. Thanks to the cooperation between Swisscom, LEGIC and Kaba, it will soon be possible in Switzerland to safely and easily integrate time and attendance recording and access control into the daily business processes using Near Field Communication. As the biggest Swiss mobile service provider,...

NXT-ID’s 3D FaceMatch biometric identification systems will be added to VOBD's product line NXT-ID Inc. a biometrics company focused on the growing m-commerce market and its wholly owned subsidiary, 3D-ID, LLC, recently announced an agreement with Indian/U.S. technology company, Voice of Big data (VOBD), to distribute its patented 3D FaceMatch biometric facial recognition identification systems in India. 3D FaceMatch will be added to Voice of Big data's current Facial S...

Representatives and delegations from the world’s leading security enterprises visited CPSE 2013 At CPSE, major Chinese and global security products manufacturers, including Panasonic, Huawei, Bosch, Honeywell, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony and Siemens presented their innovations, find reliable partners and achieve critical goals. The newest products from around the world will be on display, running the entire gauntlet from video surveillance, access control, anti-intrusion and al...

Identive will present the results on Thursday 7th November, 5pm Eastern time Identive will hold an audio webcast and conference call to discuss the results of its 2013 third quarter on Thursday, November 7, 2013, at 5:00 PM Eastern time. Jason Hart, CEO, and David Wear, CFO, will host the webcast and conference call for financial analysts and investors, which will be followed by a Q&A. The webcast and conference call will be open to all interested investors. For those un...

The partnership between Matrix and Tri-Ed will provide greater opportunities for both companies Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has announced a new strategic partnership initiative with Tri-Ed Distribution, a well-known and highly respected supplier of security and IP products based in Woodbury, N.Y.  Matrix Systems will align itself with Tri-Ed Distribution to fulfi...

The specification of the HandPunch supports Feedback Data’s existing time and attendance portfolio Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand has announced a new partnership with Feedback Data to further enhance the trade distribution of Ingersoll Rand’s time and attendance biometric hand reader, HandPunch. Feedback Data is a well-established UK based manufacturer and distributor of time and attendance terminals and software utilities...

The partnershop will combine industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with customer-centric workforce optimisation (WFO) solutions Verint Systems Inc. recently announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Victrio™, an innovator in fraud prevention and identity authentication solutions. The combination of Verint and Victrio advances this comprehensive solution set by combining industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with...

Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand has launched the next generation of access control and time and attendance recording with the introduction of the new Interflex eVAYO range, perfect for any environment or architecture. Designed with aesthetics in mind, the eVAYO platform has been awarded a ‘reddot design award’. The stylish new Access Control Terminal IF-800 is a state-of-the-art access reader which is energy efficient using a power saving, low...

The Symmetry and BioManager integration provides complete biometric enrolment AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is pleased to announce that Identity One is now a member of the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Identity One has certified its BioManager biometric middleware with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which combines its biometric middleware solution wi...

BSIA members received awards in seven out of eighteen categories Members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) were acknowledged for their industry-leading products and services in the prestigious 2013 Security Excellence Awards, with BSIA members triumphing in seven out of eighteen categories. Presented on 23rd October, the awards were organised by UBM Live Security Portfolio in association with IFSECGlobal.com, and took place at the renowned Hilton Hotel on Pa...