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Scality, a pioneer in cyber-resilient storage software for the AI era, announced significant growth of its global partner ecosystem, which has doubled in size year-over-year. A channel-first strategy fuelled Scality’s exceptional growth rate, with Q4 2024 alone seeing a record-breaking 60% of sales driven by the VAR community. Impressive channel growth Scality's VAR channel is now the top driver of sales for the ARTESCA product line, augmenting the continued strong business growth seen...

NordLayer, a toggle-ready network security platform for business from the cybersecurity powerhouse that created NordVPN, is preparing to launch a new-generation enterprise browser. The upcoming NordLayer Enterprise Browser, built on years of experience developing tools to combat cyber threats, will feature a wide range of security capabilities to protect modern businesses as their daily tasks shift to the web. Depend on web applications "Introducing an enterprise browser is a natural pro...

Safetrust, a pioneer in secure identity solutions, has received a strategic investment from dormakaba, a global access solutions provider. As Safetrust continues to outpace the security industry growth by supporting some of the world’s largest organisations, this collaboration expands the market reach of its innovative access and identity solutions while accelerating progress in post-quantum-ready (PQR) security. Transforming security with data intelligence Safetrust transforms security...

Hikvision has successfully achieved IEC 62443-4-1 certification for its product development lifecycle process. IEC 62443-4-1 is a cybersecurity standard specifying requirements for the secure development of products in industrial automation and control systems. This internationally recognised certification underscores Hikvision’s commitment to cybersecurity throughout its research and development processes. Integrating robust security Hikvision ensures that its products meet the high s...

Wavelynx has announced a strategic partnership with Smart Spaces, a smart building operating system provider. As part of this strategic relationship, Smart Spaces is integrating Wavelynx’s mobile wallet credentials into the Smart Spaces OS platform and app. This will provide users with a seamless approach to managing building access and enhancing operational efficiency, security, and overall user experience. Driving the future of secured buildings The partnership delivers a solution des...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced Genetec Cloudlink™ 210, the industry’s first cloud-managed appliance to support multiple security workloads, including video management, access control, and intrusion detection. As the latest addition to the Genetec Cloudlink family, this new device simplifies security infrastructure by consolidating critical functions into a single, scalable appliance. Designed for hybrid environments, Cloudlink 210 provi...

42Crunch, a market major in API security, has announced the appointment of Tansel Ismail and Tushar Kothari to its Board of Directors. 42Crunch is experiencing rapid growth as enterprises increasingly embrace a security-by-design approach to address the vulnerabilities inherent in their APIs. These appointments will help 42Crunch strengthen its strategic leadership to serve the growing demand for robust, secure-by-design, scalable API security for enterprises globally. New Board Members appoin...

Pioneer in cloud-based physical security technology, Verkada, announced a $200 million Series E funding round. The round was led by General Catalyst, with significant investment from Eclipse and additional participation from new and existing investors. Since its founding in 2016, Verkada has raised more than $700 million in funding, and the latest round values the company at $4.5 billion. Verkada's six product lines Machine learning and applied computer vision have be...

Over the last 10 years, threats to the UK, including espionage, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and disinformation, have increased dramatically in volume and velocity. Globally, multiple state-on-state conflicts pose serious risks, with the potential to escalate into both intra and intercontinental struggles. Range of sub-sectors Private Equity activity across Security-Tech has continued to grow year-on-year, with 191 direct investments made since 2018 across a range of sub-sectors. These include...

A new study from Juniper Research, the foremost experts in the Internet of Things market, has found that the global number of IoT devices protected by cybersecurity solutions will reach 28 billion by 2028; rising from only 14 billion in 2024. This represents a growth of over 100% over the next four years. However, despite this sizable growth, it warned that as the complexity of IoT networks’ grows, frameworks that underpin security solutions are increasingly necessary to counter frag...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is proving its commitment to empowering its UK and European Channel Partners with the launch of its new Channel Partner webinar programme.  This latest initiative from Gallagher provides certified Channel Partners and their teams access to a series of Gallagher-led Security Design Training sessions. End-to-end Gallagher solution Gallagher has partnered with CPD UK to launch a webinar program offering a scheduled series of CPD...

Sirius Insight announces that the Rt Hon Lord Reid of Cardowan has joined the company’s Advisory Board. In this role, Lord Reid will support Sirius Insight as the business seeks opportunities in international markets to deploy its transformative maritime domain awareness technology. Range of security-related portfolios Lord Reid was a Member of Parliament for over twenty years, during which time he served in Government Lord Reid was a Member of Parliament for over twenty years, during...

Last week in New Delhi, the Future Crime Summit 2025, India's largest gathering on cyber innovations and synthetic threats, brought together over 1,000 experts, law enforcement officials, and defence pioneers to discuss the growing challenges posed by cybercrime and the latest AI-driven solutions. Key topics included AI-enabled attacks, ransomware, crypto fraud, blockchain vulnerabilities, and the risks of quantum computing. The founder of the Future Crime event, Professor Dr. Triveni Singh, al...

Netwrix, a vendor specialising in cybersecurity solutions focused on data and identity threats, released the new component of Netwrix Privilege Secure, which simplifies secure remote access for distributed workforces and third-party vendors. The new add-on reduces the attack surface by eliminating traditional VPN dependencies through granular, identity-based access control. It enables employees to access critical systems securely from any location, grants just-in-time privileges to reduce risks...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices Residential, Inc. (RAD-R), announced that home security will soon take a major leap forward.  RADCam™ Version 15 brings smarter AI-driven monitoring, real-time package protection, and an interactive concierge that makes the home more secure and responsive. Future of proactive security Traditional security cameras simply record events, leaving them to react after the fact. R...

ACI’s 15th Forum on Global Encryption, AI, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls takes place on March 26–27, 2025, in San Francisco and via livestream. The 2025 program will include an enhanced focus on how to comply with evolving “know your customer” and end-user management rules for cloud and AI! No other event in the U.S. offers two days of content-rich, practical takeaways on these critically important aspects of export compliance. Featured speakers John D. Sonderman...

The UK’s AI Safety Institute has been recast as the UK AI Security Institute, bolstering protections against AI risks facing national security and crime, and delivering a key pillar of the government’s Plan for Change. The pivot reflects a focus on serious AI risks with security implications, including malicious cyber-attacks, crimes against fraud and the development of weaponry. Assess the risks by frontier AI AI Security Institute will partner with national units, incl...

HackerOne, a pioneer in finding and fixing critical vulnerabilities and AI safety issues, published When ROI Falls Short: A Guide to Measuring Security Investments with Return on Mitigation, a report that revealed security pioneers’ negative perceptions surrounding ROI for the measurement of cybersecurity value. The whitepaper also introduced Return on Mitigation (RoM) — a new metric that helps security pioneers quantify the financial value of protecting their businesses from c...

Under the motto “Navigating Tomorrow”, MOBOTIX partners participated in this year's MOBOTIX Partner Conference in Langmeil, Rhineland-Palatinate. It was an impressive industry meeting at which MOBOTIX partners were able to discuss trends and developments in video technology and get to know the latest MOBOTIX solutions, in some cases even before they were launched on the market. European and international partners The MPC for the Latin American market had already taken place in Ca...

Corporate Security Advisors (CSA), the premiere management consulting firm specialising in corporate security, announced that it has been selected to join the prestigious American Hospital Association (AHA) Preferred Cybersecurity and Risk Provider Program as the first Preferred Physical Security Advisory Services Provider. CSA will play a critical role in helping hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide enhance their physical security strategies to protect patients, staff, and facilities....

LogiMAT 2025 is hosting a Mobile Robotics User Forum to complement the AGV and AMR solutions on display in Hall 8. Experts from Forum AGV will offer visitors a broad program of information and personal consultation in five categories covering the current trends in how AGV systems and AMRs are deployed. Pre-registration is requested. Mobile robotics is a topic of growing importance for those seeking efficient material flows in intralogistics. But potential users are often daunted by the prospect...

Cyber security and artificial intelligence (AI) are set to fuel a 5 percent rise in IT spending from European businesses during 2025, according to market analysis from Forrester. Total IT spending is projected to reach $4.9 trillion in 2025, Forrester’s Global tech forecast 2024-2029 predicts, with GenAI, cyber security and cloud services to drive growth by 5.6 percent, compared to just 4.6 percent in 2024. Investment on cyber security and AI Analysts from Forrester believe that concent...

Matrix reinforced its position as a key player in the IT sector with a strong presence at the CMDA B2B IT Expo 2025, held in Pune. The event, a pivotal platform for IT industry pioneers, showcased cutting-edge innovations, fostering collaboration and growth in the ever-evolving technology landscape. Showcasing IT-centric Innovations At the expo, Matrix exhibited its Enterprise-Grade Security and Telecom Solutions, designed to meet the evolving demands of businesses and government entities. Fr...

Matrix, a pioneering OEM in Security and Telecom solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the 12th edition of IBEX India 2025, scheduled for February 13-14 at Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai. IBEX INDIA is a premier trade fair and conference connecting the BFSI Tech and Fintech sectors with cutting-edge banking technologies, where Matrix will showcase its advanced security solutions tailored for the banking sector, ensuring robust surveillance and access control for a sec...

Security and threat intelligence technology company, Silobreaker announced its partnership with the Health Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (Health-ISAC) as a Community Services Partner. Health-ISAC is a global non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the security and resilience of the healthcare sector. It connects thousands of health security professionals worldwide to share real-time insights, alerts, and best practices. This enables healthcare organisations to better detect, mi...

Threat Evolution, an advanced cybersecurity training and consulting platform, has officially achieved Cyber Essentials certification, reinforcing its commitment to helping businesses strengthen their digital security. Part of the Magenta Security Services family of businesses, which is a pioneer in sustainable security solutions, Threat Evolution provides cutting-edge cybersecurity training and consulting services designed to mitigate cyber risks. Common entry point for cyber threats Threat E...

The International Maritime Cyber Security Organisation (IMCSO), an independent maritime standards organisation, has released its cybersecurity testing methodology for those maritime vessels looking to assess their risk and join the Cyber Risk Registry, a risk register database maintained by the IMCSO. The methodology aims to provide IMCSO-accredited cyber consultants and the senior maritime personnel they will be assessing with standardised testing by outlining test scope and the language...

Virtual Security Showcase has opened registration for their next VSS Tech Talk: Transforming Security into Safety for Food Processing and Manufacturing, scheduled for February 27th from 2-3 PM EST. Attend this informative online event where a panel of cyber-physical security experts will discuss how to transform leading security technologies into safety solutions to better protect people, property, and products at food processing and manufacturing facilities. Panelists S...

Video security systems have become a critical asset across industries, with pioneers confident in their systems’ resilience against cyber threats. Research from Hanwha Vision Europe shows that more than nine in 10 security and IT managers in the UK, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy believe their video systems are well-protected.  Security practices Overall, confidence is high across different organisation sizes, countries, and sectors. In Italy, confidence reaches 97%, while Spain...

Indonesia is set to host the most anticipated 10th NXT CX-DX Summit & Awards which will explore the intersection of Customer Experience (CX) and Digital Transformation, bringing together industry pioneers, innovators, and decision-makers to discuss strategies for driving business growth in the digital age. Scheduled on the 11th of February 2025 at JW Marriott in Jakarta, Indonesia the summit will feature insights from global thought pioneers, successful case studies, and practical strategie...