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Charlie Kowalczyk appointed Director of Support Services for AtlasIED

AtlasIED, a recognised pioneer in the commercial audio, voice evac, and security industries, announces the appointment of Charlie Kowalczyk as Director of Support Services. Kowalczyk steps into the role, currently held by Dick Snider, General Manager of Support Services, who is retiring on June 1.  Dick Snider has spent 16 years pioneering AtlasIED’s Platinum Assurance Plan and adding value with preventive maintenance, service, and extended warranty programs for the company's complex...

IDEMIA secure transactions and seven other French cybersecurity pioneers unite to develop large-scale quantum security solutions

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 boosts UCaaS solution with expansion to seven new countries and advanced digital voice features

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 signs partnership with Boost to provide pioneering cybersecurity solutions to its global clients

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...

Smart-Ex® 03-5G smartphone digitalises communication in Spanish Energy Parks

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...

OPTEX celebrates 45th anniversary of continued sensing innovation

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...

StreamSets platform now available for customers in the UAE via the Microsoft Azure marketplace

Microsoft Azure customers in the United Arab Emirates now gain access to the StreamSets data integration platform with the scalability, reliability, and agility of Azure. StreamSets, a Software AG company, announced the availability of the StreamSets platform in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Azure, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Data integration capabilities StreamSets customers in the UAE can now take advantage of stronger...

London’s Cyber Leader Summit highlights urgent need for enhanced cyber resilience amidst rising threats

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 launches new solutions to support robust and reliable communications

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 doubles footprint and expands reach across Pennsylvania

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...

Harness AI's potential: Role of Chief AI Officer in security industry

There is much excitement around the potential of AI to transform entire industries, from streamlining operations to creating new revenue streams. Indeed, as research from global vision solution provider Hanwha Vision reveals, AI is a top investment priority for pioneers to drive innovation, increase profitability and improve security. AI's operational efficiencies Yet these benefits can only be realised if there is sufficient trust in the AI being used and the insights it delivers - among p...

Nemetschek Group establishes global network of official dTwin partners

The Nemetschek Group, a pioneering software provider for the AEC/O and media industries, announced the next steps in the go-to-market approach of its solution dTwin. To accelerate the global adoption of Digital Twins, Nemetschek is building a network of partnerships across the world for reality capture, data integration and value consulting. The first partners have been secured in Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. dTwin is Nemetschek’s horizontal, open, and cloud-based digital...

IPtelX tackles the problem of unanswered central station alarm calls revolutionising caller id with dealer branding and event types

IPtelX, a pioneering provider of dedicated telecom solutions for the alarm and security industries, is pleased to announce the deployment of Dealer Branding for voice alarm calls. This innovative solution tackles a major pain point for alarm companies: unanswered calls to the contact list due to showing up as spam on wireless phones. This has been a serious problem for the industry. In the last few years, wireless companies have had the calls appear as spam on caller ID. Without being able to c...

Acre adopts acre intrusion branding to boost clarity and cohesion in product lineup

Acre security, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced an initiative as part of its ongoing effort to unify and simplify its product offerings. The rebranding of the SPC intruder detection system to acre Intrusion marks a strategic alignment within the company's streamlined branding framework. This approach also includes acre Access Control and acre Visitor Management solutions, bringing a cohesive identity to the entire portfolio. Identification of acre’s...

Keynote speakers announced for G2E Asia’s 15th Anniversary and Asian IR Expo

G2E Asia and the Asian IR Expo are set to return to Macau on June 4-6, 2024 with a lineup of esteemed keynote speakers throughout the week, including:   Day One: Bill Miller, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association | Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of Macao Government Tourism Office  Day Two: Leong Wai Man, President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government  Day Three: Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and Chief Executive Of...

New Corbin Russwin ML2000 series mortise lock now available with motorised electric latch retraction (MELR)

Corbin Russwin, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, introduces the newest function for the ML2000 Series mortise lock - Motorised Electric Latch Retraction (MELR). Engineered for demanding commercial, institutional, and industrial applications, these new locks set new benchmarks in security by ensuring compliance, reliability and the enduring style and security that everyone has come to expect from Corbin Russwin door hardware solutions. New ML2000 Series MELR mortise locks “Our new ML2000 Serie...

ICT® expands operations into Africa

Award-winning global manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, ICT (Integrated Control Technology), is pleased to announce that its portfolio of unified high-security systems is now available throughout the African continent. Tasked with regional expansion, ICT welcomes Justin Colin to the role of Regional Sales Director. Justin explains, “The scalable and highly customisable ICT Protege ecosystems are well-suited to the dynamic marketplace and the diversifie...

ICT® appoints Roberto Licari as Regional Sales Director for Western Europe

Award-winning global manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, ICT (Integrated Control Technology), is delighted to announce the appointment of Roberto Licari as Sales Director for Western Europe. The stage is set for ICT to capitalise on the accelerated growth throughout Europe initiated by Thomas Napora, VP/GM for ICT EMEA, in 2023. Thomas Napora explains, “Western Europe is a hub of entrepreneurship and innovation that is exported around the world. These f...

Allied Universal named finalist for 2023 Downtown Orlando Partnership Golden Brick Awards

Allied Universal, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to announce it was named a finalist for the 2023 Downtown Orlando Partnership (DOP) Golden Brick Awards. The Golden Brick Awards are commissioned by the DOP and recognise the people, projects and initiatives that support downtown Orlando business, tourism and the local community. Safety and well-being Allied Universal team works with the local police and fire units to ensure the safety and well-bei...

BSIA appoint Martin Watson as new association chair

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed Martin Watson as its new Chair at the Association’s Spring Forum and Annual General Meeting. With a background in fire, security, and engineering spanning 40 years, Martin is currently Industry Laison Director for BSIA members Mitie Fire & Security Systems; he is also the Chair of the Fire Industry Association, and until recently, was Chair of the Association’s Security Systems section. BSIA’s chairman Martin...

Generative AI ‘a unique opportunity’ to level the playing field for Women in Tech, says BCG study

The proliferation of Generative AI in the workplace has helped level the playing field for women in technology, according to a new study from Boston Consulting Group. 68 percent of women in the tech industry say they use a GenAI tool more than once a week, compared to 66 percent of men, highlighting that women are on par with, and in some cases outpacing, men in terms of GenAI adoption. This is especially true for senior women in tech functions such as engineering, IT, customer suppor...

RAD parent company AITX announces its breakthrough AIR™ (autonomous intelligent response) technology

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce the biggest technology innovation it has ever developed which it is calling Autonomous Intelligent Response, abbreviated to AIR. AIR is the inevitable evolution of the Company’s Autonomous Remote Services (ARS) paradigm by harnessing newly developed technological innovations to deliver intelligent human-like responses in every applicable surveillance camera and RAD device. Best practices for engagement “It&...

SailPoint launches new Customer Success Centre, empowering customers with educational content and self-service resources

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, has launched a digital Customer Success Centre aimed at further enabling customers at all stages of their identity security journey. The Customer Success Centre lives within the SailPoint Compass Community which boasts over 100K members. It provides SailPoint partners and customers with strategic programme resources, personalised onboarding and success planning sessions, and curated content focused on identity...

ISS recognised as a top American exporter

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a renowned global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, was named one of the small group of winners of this year’s “E-Awards” by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Originally created by President John F. Kennedy via executive order in 1961 as part of an effort to honour America’s pioneering exporters, the “E-Award” (“E-for-Export”) is the highest recognition an individual or entity can rece...

The PSA Network celebrates exceptional technology partnerships with awards at TEC 2024

The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the 12 recipients of the Technology Partner Achievement Awards at PSA TEC 2024 (TEC) in Dallas, Texas. PSA awarded Johnson Controls Security Products with the Nova Award for achieving the highest partner sales and Hanwha Vision with the Superstar Technology Partner of the Year Achievement Award for their exceptional partnership. Remarkable achievements  “Our success is deeply...

SharpEagle launches Safe Zone Corner Guard for blind corner safety

SharpEagle Technology, a pioneer in innovative safety solutions for industrial operations, is excited to announce the launch of the Safe Zone Corner Guard, a ground-breaking device designed to prevent collisions and enhance safety in blind corners within industrial environments.  Safe Zone Corner Guard The Safe Zone Corner Guard is equipped with advanced motion-sensing technology that triggers visual and audio warnings, when movement is detected from both directions, making it an essentia...

Intersec Shanghai: Debuting in 2025 to promote security, safety and fire protection markets in China

The integration of cutting-edge technology, spurred on by innovation, is propelling efficiency and productivity to new heights. In turn, this opens up prospects for manufacturers across security, smart building, fire safety and mobility sectors through the rising development of IoT and AI trends. To capitalise on the opportunities created by technological advancements, Messe Frankfurt and CCPIT-Shanghai are partnering on a new security, safety and fire protection fair – Intersec Shanghai....

Women in aviation: Growth & opportunities in Middle East and North Africa

The number of women in the civil aviation workforce, especially in leadership positions like CEOs, pilots, air traffic controllers, and aircraft engineers, has been on an ascent, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as the global aviation industry heads toward growth and expansion.  To boost their presence in leadership roles in the US$553.9 billion-value global airlines market, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the trade association representing a...

Gcore launches new DDoS Protection PoP in Dubai

Gcore, the global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider, has announced the launch of a new DDoS protection point of presence (PoP) for its robust global edge network, in Dubai, UAE. The company has more than 30 protection PoPs across six continents, including Europe, Africa, the Americas, and the Middle East. The new Dubai filtering point allows customers to take advantage of advanced DDoS protection services without delay. Dubai PoP By opening the Dubai PoP and expanding i...

Latest VIPRE Security Group email threat trends research exposes global phishing and malware threat landscape

VIPRE Security Group, a global pioneer and award-winning cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection company, released its Q1 2024 Email Threat Trends report, based on an analysis of 1.8 billion emails. The findings reveal the evolving landscape of email-based threats and emerging tactics malicious actors are employing. The US, UK, Ireland, and Japan top the spam sources list. The report identifies the US as the top source of spam emails globally, followed by the U.K., Ireland, and Japan. The U...

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