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Zitko Group, a pioneering provider of talent solutions in the fire and security sector, is delighted to announce its expansion into Ireland, marking a significant milestone in the company's strategic growth initiatives. Industry-led and in line with increasing demand in the region, Zitko Group (Ireland) Ltd is ready to bring expertise and innovative solutions to new and existing clients and partners across Ireland. Zitko overarching mission Aaron joined the business in 2023 and has already es...

The industrial sector is in need of digital transformation toward greater sustainability and resilience. Value creation and actions for the planet must be brought into balance. Companies need to do more with fewer resources. At Hannover Messe, Siemens will show how proven, cutting-edge technology and strong partnerships enable industries to become both more sustainable and more competitive. Visitors at Booth D53 in Hall 9 will experience showcases featuring core technologies for digital and sust...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions, and Snap One Holdings Corp., a provider of smart-living products, services, and software to professional integrators announced a definitive agreement under which Resideo has agreed to acquire Snap One for $10.75 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.4 billion, inclusive of net debt. Upon closing, Snap One will integrate into Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business....

OPTEX’s UK team will be exhibiting at The Security Event to showcase its latest innovations in advanced intrusion detection technology, including its multi-award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR series, through a series of live demonstrations. REDSCAN LiDARs For high-security sites, OPTEX will demonstrate the precision and accuracy of its award-winning REDSCAN LiDARs. Extremely reliable, the sensors can be mounted horizontally to create high-resolution virtual laser planes to protect roofs and skyl...

A new cybersecurity report by ClubCISO in collaboration with Telstra Purple finds that despite significant concerns around the impending impact of AI cyberattacks on respondent organisations, many have not seen their priorities or investment plans change. The report, informed by a survey of cybersecurity pioneers across public and private sector organisations worldwide, emphasises that among the myriad risks vying for the CISO’s attention, AI cyber-attacks are not yet...

RiverSafe, a pioneering cybersecurity professional services provider, has partnered with Cribl, the Data Engine for IT and Security. This new partnership is set to transform the data capabilities available to RiverSafe's clients, empowering organisations to analyse, collect, process, and route all IT and security data from any source or in any destination. As data continues to grow at a 28 percent compound annual growth rate, Cribl's product suite, including the industry's pioneering observabil...

Arrow Electronics is providing Copilot for Microsoft 365 via ArrowSphere Cloud, making it readily available to channel partners in EMEA. It is also delivering a dedicated program of enablement designed to help resellers accelerate the opportunity with Copilot.  Launched in the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program in January, Copilot for Microsoft 365 uses the power of generative AI and natural language processing to boost user productivity and creativity. Importance of data sec...

Honeywell is showcasing key technologies from its security, fire, and life safety product lines at the 2024 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), April 10 - 12 in Las Vegas. This supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to focus its portfolio on three compelling megatrends, including automation, underpinned by robust digitalisation capabilities and solutions. Convenience and efficiency "At Honeywell, we provide cutting-edge security solutions that help p...

SharpEagle Technology, a pioneer in the field of industrial safety solutions, has been honoured with the prestigious award for 'Most Innovative Industrial Safety Solutions Provider 2024' in the UK by Corporate Vision. This accolade highlights the company's unwavering commitment to advancing safety standards within industrial environments. Pioneering safety innovations At the forefront of industrial safety, SharpEagle Technology is dedicated to enhancing safety protocols across various sector...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, designed Security Lifecycle Management with OpenBlue Services to help customers enhance building safety, manage risk, and maximise the value of investments made in security technology. The offering combines Johnson Controls OpenBlue suite of connected solutions, and the ability to monitor and manage security devices across vendors, with remote support services and meaningful insights from skilled engineers, as we...

dormakaba announces important acknowledgments for its progress on sustainable development. For the third time EcoVadis, the world’s largest provider of corporate sustainability ratings, awarded dormakaba a gold medal. This result places dormakaba among the top five percent of more than 130,000 organisations assessed worldwide. Furthermore, dormakaba, has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by securing top rankings from the prestigious industry ESG ratings of Institutional Shareh...

Enveil, the pioneering Privacy Enhancing Technology company protecting Data in Use, announced a partnership and distribution agreement with Vertosoft, a pioneering software distributor. The agreement empowers Vertosoft to distribute Enveil’s ZeroReveal® software solutions to address untapped opportunities with mission partners and expand the company’s footprint in the broader Public Sector through access to Vertosoft procurement vehicles and partner network. The collaborati...

Centrios debuts at ISC West and addresses the North American small business market with a new access control platform comprised of an intuitive, secure app, web interface, and purpose-built electronic locks and readers. Additionally, the business Centrios, a brand and platform developed within ASSA ABLOY, leverages ASSA ABLOY’s scale and capacity to innovate with a bold new start-up strategy and digital-first, customer-centric approach. Digital access management “The small busines...

Sectigo®, the industry’s most innovative provider of comprehensive certificate lifecycle management (CLM) announced the newest member of its senior executive team with the appointment of Jason Scott as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).  Jason Scott Jason Scott will oversee all aspects of cybersecurity at Sectigo including data, infrastructure, network, applications, and products. He joins the company with more than 20 years of experience including leadership roles at t...

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions announced the E+ Extended Range Sensors by 2GIG®, a new line of devices bringing enhanced security coverage to residential and commercial properties. By expanding its portfolio with extended-range sensors, Nice aims to provide end users with the peace of mind that they are protected with the latest technology while delivering new business opportunities for integrators. Enhanced security solutions “At Nice, we’re...

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted payments, identities, and data security, announced that it has completed its acquisition of Onfido, a global pioneer in identity verification. With this completed acquisition, Entrust now provides the industry's most comprehensive portfolio of AI-powered, identity-centric security solutions. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Onfido’s technology Attacks on identity are on the rise, with nearly two-thirds of data breaches caused by comp...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces it will be showcasing its GARDiS Integrated Access Control solutions on Stand 5/G60 at The Security Event 2024, which takes place from 30th April to 2nd May at the NEC Birmingham, UK. Also appearing on the stand this year will be Perimeter Intrusion Detection manufacturer, Harper Chalice who joined the Vitaprotech Group in 2023. Integrated security systems John Davies, Managing Director at TDSi, and the exp...

Viakoo continues to set new benchmarks in IoT/security device service assurance and remediation with a broad spectrum of high-profile public and private end users, and a continually expanding network of Managed Services Partners (MSPs). By enhancing its flagship solution, the Viakoo Action Platform, with new IoT Applications-Based Discovery capabilities, Viakoo greatly accelerates the time to discover potential threats and impending device issues, and remediate issues, ultimately shrinking an...

Sielox LLC President and CEO - Karen Evans announced their annual Certified Sielox Integrators Award recipients for 2023. MCM Integrated Systems of Van Nuys, California was awarded National Certified Sielox Integrator of the Year for the 29th time overall.  “Uniquely, MCM Integrated has delivered 25 consecutive years of unparalleled commitment to Sielox,” said Karen Evans, adding “Our partnership with Rich McMillan and his team epitomises what true business relationships...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is showcasing the latest security innovations for small to mid-sized commercial facilities during ISC West. The expo is happening April 10-12 at the Venetian in Las Vegas. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls is displaying the latest solutions for scalable, user-friendly access control and video surveillance for small to mid-size commercial facilities like schools, churches, and retail stores. Hassle-free software...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, was named the overall pioneer for its smart building management platform in the Smart Building Management Platforms competitive assessment, conducted by ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm. Researchers assessed the Johnson Controls OpenBlue ecosystem of connected technologies and services, scoring it highest in implementation among nine other platform providers. The findings were reconfirmed...

Carlisle Support Services, one of the UK's Top 12 Security and Events companies, has announced its decision to completely remove the utilisation of subcontractors to fulfil core roles across its contracts. This strategic move reflects Carlisle's commitment to championing ethical labour practices and raising standards within the security sector. With a longstanding dedication to improving industry standards, Carlisle has been at the forefront of initiatives such as the Real Living Wage movement....

Maintel, the cloud communications, connectivity and security managed services company, is delighted to announce the launch of its new versatile Maintel Application Platform. The platform enables Maintel to develop and deliver its own applications and middleware “as a service” rapidly and consistently, in a scalable and secure manner, whilst providing a consistent approach to developing, managing, and delivering communication tools and apps. The platform will deliver a transform...

An expanded range of edge AI cameras and a new, highly robust 2MP video intercom will be showcased by IDIS at The Security Event (Birmingham NEC, 30 April – 2 May, stand 5/N80), a range that is part of IDIS’s end-to-end solutions offering which encompasses everything needed for the widest range of video surveillance projects, from cameras, NVRS, AI box devices, and network accessories, to a choice of VMS.  IDIS, South Korea’s largest in-country manufacturer of v...

Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT), has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to sell its physical security, access card, and identity reader operations and assets to Vitaprotech, a security solutions provider. The proceeds from the sale will significantly strengthen Identiv’s financial position, generating capital to fund future organic and inorganic growth of its specialty IoT solutions business.  Under t...

After successfully detecting cloud identity-based attacks that bypassed existing security solutions and closing multiple six and seven-figure licence deals with Fortune 500 customers, Permiso has raised a $18.5m Series A led by Altimeter Capital with participation from Point72 Ventures. Permiso's unique library of detection signals feeds into their unified threat prevention, detection and response platform to provide organisations unprecedented visibility into their cloud environments. S...

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2024.  The P3 program is a performance-based initiative designed for technology partners. It assesses and categorises partners according to a set of criteria that mirror their achievements and impact within the network. 2024 strategic P3 partnerships Partners meeting the minimum annual sales threshold undergo evaluation on a weighted scale. The cum...

Major UK-based manufacturer - Texecom is pleased to announce a new agreement for Videcon to distribute its range of innovative security products in the United Kingdom. Established in 1986, Texecom is highly regarded as the pioneering security company by professional, commercial, residential and industrial clients around the world. Trusted by over 300,000 professional installers, protecting over a million people and properties globally, their intruder detection solutions are now available from V...

Pyronix proudly announces the update of its renowned EURO 46, introducing the EURO 76 product line, marking an important progression in the company’s commitment to delivering customer-focused solutions that reliably address ever-evolving security needs.   EURO 76 Laurence Kenny, Marketing Director, said, “The EURO 76 retains all the innovative features that made its predecessor a standout in the security industry." He adds, "With its hybrid capabilities, the EURO 76 seam...

Thailand’s pioneering fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with the audience. Conference attend...