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Absolute Software the only provider of self-healing, intelligent security solutions announced that Forrester, an industry pioneer analyst firm, has recognised Absolute in its recent report, The Zero Trust Platforms Landscape, Q2 2023. Use of zero trust platform The publication advises readers on what Zero Trust platforms are, the business value they deliver, and the dynamics and vendors driving the market. The report also highlights how organisations can discover how to 'use Zero Trust platfo...
Ripjar, the trusted provider for identifying and tackling criminal and malicious activity, has announced the launch of Labyrinth for Threat Investigations (LTI). As a new solution on the Labyrinth platform, LTI is an investigation capability that allows a single view of risk across multiple threat vectors, including cyber security. An open solution Medium and large enterprises can use LTI to consolidate a single view of risk, enabling the monitoring of multiple threats in one solution. From...
Interface Systems, a renowned managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses announced that its Interactive Security Operations Centers (iSOCs) have received the Monitoring Association (TMA)’s prestigious “TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center” designation for the 20th consecutive year. This designation is granted to monitoring centres that satisfy all of the requirements of the “five points of ex...
Pimloc, the AI video privacy and analytics company, announces it has partnered with Marlowe Fire & Security, a UK supplier of fire and security solutions. Video surveillance The new partnership sees Pimloc’s SaaS video redaction solution, Secure Redact, added to Marlowe’s portfolio of security solutions, enabling end users to automate the anonymisation of personally identifying information (PII) captured in video surveillance. Video surveillance is a top choice for enterprises...
Innovation and solar experts - Solar Gates UK launched two new products at the LCRIG Innovation Festival 2023. Green energy-operated products The two innovative temporary traffic control solutions; INSTABOOM Go and INSTABOOM Flagger are both designed for one-person instant deployment, dramatically improving worker safety and helping the UK-wide labour shortage. Both products are manufactured with the lowest carbon footprint, are green energy operated and one has even be...
The CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre has called for robust security systems in the early development of AI, amidst concerns that proper security measures are being overlooked. As businesses race to develop new AI products, a former intelligence chief explained that malicious attacks could have a “devastating” effect due to the rate AI is being developed in comparison to security. UK’s AI whitepaper AI is set to play a huge role in many aspects of everyday life...
Microsoft, a provider of technology solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Partner Pavilion at The Emergency Tech Show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham from 19 to 20 September 2023, alongside the award-winning Emergency Services Show. The Microsoft Partner Pavilion will serve as a central hub for Microsoft and its partners to showcase a wide range of digital solutions specifically designed to empower first responders and drive the digital transformation of the emergenc...
Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company announced a new integration with Microsoft 365 Backup. Designed for joint Rubrik and Microsoft 365 customers, this new solution aims to help organisations strengthen their cyber resiliency in the face of growing cyberattacks. Safeguarding the customers As a Microsoft partner, Rubrik’s integration with Microsoft 365 Backup helps safeguard customers by providing faster Microsoft 365 restores, recovery of Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)...
All eyes are turning to Secutech Vietnam as high-level government officials attend the opening ceremony to kick off the show. In a tribute to the ongoing synergies between the public and private sectors, the fair is also commemorating the 61st Anniversary of the Traditional Day of the People’s Police Force, connecting exhibitors with government representatives from the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam and the Fire and Rescue Police Department. Security and fire safety solution...
ONVIF®, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has introduced the TLS Configuration Add-on (Release Candidate) for secure communications between devices and clients. TLS Configuration is the first in a new category of ONVIF add-ons, which are specifications that extend ONVIF conformance to product features that address a specific use case or end-user need. Additional features and capabilities Add-ons enhance the ONVIF profile model by enabling confo...
Verkada, a provider in enterprise building security and management, recognised ConvergeOne as its National Partner of the Year for its expertise in implementing and integrating Verkada's solutions within diverse and complex environments. In the past year, ConvergeOne has quickly become a top-performing Verkada partner across all key metrics – spanning commitment to customer satisfaction to technical proficiency. ConvergeOne - National Partner of the Year "Our partners are at the heart o...
Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. No-touch switch features This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, and a red/green...
LiveAction, a pioneer in network performance visibility, announced its expanded partnership with NEOX NETWORKS, a German manufacturer of network visibility products and IT solutions provider specialising in network monitoring, forensics, and security. With a focus on the Global markets, NEOX NETWORKS will deliver LiveAction’s full packet capture software. The offering is sold globally to Telcos/Service Providers and Enterprise customers. Deutsche Telekom One of the joint customers is De...
Jamf announced that Jamf Safe Internet, a comprehensive content filtering and web security solution optimised for education, is available on Microsoft Windows. Jamf Safe Internet is designed to help schools protect students from harmful content on the internet, inappropriate websites and phishing attacks, while also allowing admins to enforce acceptable-use policies in a seamless way. Author's quote “We at Jamf believe in keeping students, staff and education organisations saf...
Cohesity, a pioneer in data security and management, announced Cisco and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) will each be offering Cohesity Cloud Services (CCS) to bring efficient data security and management to companies operating in modern hybrid and multicloud environments. Cohesity has benefitted from strategic partnerships with Cisco and HPE to help deliver the benefits of the Cohesity Data Cloud to nearly 1,000 joint customers worldwide. In 2017, both companies started workin...
With 31.6 million passengers in 2022 and 210 destinations in 63 different countries, Munich Airport is one of Europe’s most important air traffic hubs and has just been named “Best Airport in Central Europe” by Skytrax. Since the airport opened in 1992, Bosch Building Technologies has been an established project partner, with an on-site support team looking after the fire and intruder detection technology, video cameras, and door control system. The analogue public address and...
Anviz, a provider of professional and converged intelligent security solutions, recently announced the launch of IntelliSight, its latest video surveillance offering that harnesses the power of distributed cloud and 4G technology to create an all-in-one security solution that delivers unmatched versatility, security, and data analytical capabilities. Users can enjoy one-year free cloud storage (7-day event-based video retention). IntelliSight cloud video surveillance The Anviz IntelliSi...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has acquired FM: Systems, a digital workplace management and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider for facilities and real estate professionals. The base purchase price for the transaction is $455 million, plus additional payments to be made subject to the achievement of post-closing earnout milestones. Workplace management platform “FM: Systems’ powerful, predictive workplace managemen...
In the 2023 cyber security report, Check Point’s research teams reported that in 2022, 21% of initial entry vectors were due to phishing incidents. Well-known brands, such as Microsoft, Google and LinkedIn, Wells Fargo, and Walmart, are frequently imitated by cybercriminals in their attempts to steal individuals’ personal information or payment credentials. Account threats, fraudulent emails As an example, LinkedIn users faced the risk of account theft through fraudulent emails di...
Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, they continuously strive for innovation. This commitment to continuous improvement has led to creating the two new state-of-the-art spot IR thermometers: the FLIR TG54-2 and FLIR TG56-2. Built on the solid foundation of Teledyne's TG54 and TG56 models, the FLIR TG54-2 and FLIR TG56-2 provide professionals in utility, manufacturing, building electricians, and industrial mechanics with advanced tools to perform accurate inspections and de...
Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has announced that AI-based object detection and classification is becoming available in its entry-level Q series, making AI more affordable than it’s ever been. AI cameras bring the benefits of deep learning AI to a multitude of applications including retail, small commercial premises, residential, and hotels. Q series AI cameras What’s more, several models within this new Q series AI camera range come with 4K resolution,...
AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal Company®, announces the hiring of Roland Fournier as Vice President, Product Management. The Vice President, Product Management will serve as the Lead Product Officer of AMAG Technology and is responsible for the vision, development and strategy of all Symmetry™ products. Fournier will oversee the design and manufacturing planning of the AMAG product portfolio, defining product direction in line with strategic goals. In the pioneering product team,...
Across the globe, the decarbonisation of the planet has become a focal point for construction. Between legislative requirements and market demand, industry pioneers remain under constant pressure to reach environmental targets, and upon exploring some of the more distinct routes, it’s important to consider what more can be done with construction materials. Environmentally conscious products Research has shown that approximately 55% of extracted raw materials are used to develop th...
Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security industry, is all set to make waves at the highly anticipated Matrix Partner Connect 2023 event. This exclusive gathering will take place in the vibrant city of Ahmedabad on the 21st of July. Matrix Partner Connect 2023 promises to unveil Matrix's latest cutting-edge innovations while fostering partnerships and exploring exciting new business opportunities. With a rich experience spanning over three decades, Matrix Comsec has emerged a...
Video surveillance technology and software such as Milestone System’s XProtect Video Management Software (VMS) bring a dynamic toolset to the clinical setting, whether a large or small hospital, medical clinic, outpatient centre, nursing home, or medical lockdown facility. Of course, these facility types work differently. However, the video technologies available can help these facilities to operate more securely, lower their vulnerability to loss, and improve their care of patients....
If the COVID-19 pandemic has shown anything positive, it’s that healthcare workers are true heroes. They work tirelessly to keep all healthy and safe. But they can only be effective at what they do when they feel safe and secure in their workplace. That means hospitals must think beyond just putting cameras in the parking garage to secure their facilities. Hospitals can use security cameras and video management software (VMS) as an impactful combination in a network of robust proces...
Milestone Systems is offering a new grant programme to help education, healthcare, and non-profit organisations in the United States secure grants for purchasing security software and systems that they likely otherwise would not be able to afford. In addition, the programme supports end customers throughout the entire grant process from application to funding to management assisting with a potentially overwhelming experience. Availability, eligibility, and funding Note that availability, el...
Starting in 2020, COVID-19 put hospitals around the world to the test. This unprecedented challenge exposed inefficiencies, antiquated systems, and ineffective practices. However, hospitals adapting to the speed, capacity, and urgency of care will ultimately perform better and save more lives. XProtect® open platform VMS From a dwindling number of ICU beds to staffing shortages to a growing number of infected personnel, hospitals had to treat a skyrocketing number of patients, while...
Whether it’s a chaotic or an average day, first shift or third, hospitals are committed to keeping people safe 365 days a year. But their commitment goes beyond just treating patients. Hospitals need to keep their staff, patients, and visitors safe. XProtect® When hospitals protect people, they also protect themselves from legal and compliance issues that could arise from accidents, illness, or criminal activity in or around their facilities. Along with a detailed security plan, Mi...
Global technology provider - Arrow Electronics is introducing a managed services portfolio designed to support channel partners through the entire lifecycle of service provision and delivery. Arrow’s managed services are designed to overcome the challenges that many IT providers are experiencing around the shortage of niche skill sets, the costs that are associated with building a managed services platform, and the ongoing balance of cash flow while ensuring return on investment. Ma...