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Matrix Comsec to exhibit access control device and video surveillance solutions at IFSEC Virtual Expo 2020

Matrix is gearing up for participation in the 2nd Edition of, IFSEC Virtual Expo 2020 to be held on 17 and 18 September 2020. Matrix will be launching its latest Time-Attendance and Access Control device COSEC ARGO FR along with its People Mobility Management and Video Surveillance solutions. Matrix is well-known for its indigenous and innovative range of solutions for Unified Communications, IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. Each of the solutions is specifically desig...

UVeye to unveil new vehicle “Fingerprint” system for security industry

Similar to a human fingerprint, every vehicle has its own unique identity – a “fingerprint” unlike any other car or truck in the world. UVeye, a developer of vehicle threat-detection systems for the security industry, is introducing technology that can create a virtual “fingerprint” for any vehicle that receives a UVeye underbody scan. Computer-learning and AI at the webinar The company will host a free SIA (Security Industry Association) webinar on “How to...

UVeye to release virtual ‘fingerprint’ recognition system for vehicles receiving underbody scan at SIA webinar

UVeye, a globally renowned developer of vehicle threat-detection systems for the security industry, is introducing technology that can create a virtual ‘fingerprint’ for any vehicle that receives an UVeye underbody scan. The company will host a free SIA (Security Industry Association) webinar on ‘How to Fingerprint Vehicles Using Computer Vision’ at 12:00 p.m. EDT. The company’s CEO, Amir Hever and Chief Marketing Officer, Yaron Saghiv plan to discuss how Computer...

Paxton provides free COVID-secure live webinars to be viewed anytime, anywhere

Paxton is pleased to announce that their free COVID-secure live webinars are now available on demand - they can be watched anywhere, anytime at one’s convenience. In June, Paxton took the initiative to create a no-nonsense webinar based on CDC and OSHA guidelines. Paxton’s mission is to continually provide their installers with educational videos that help them reduce the risk of infection, work safely, and prepare them with the right tools to make their end user buildings more COVI...

IDEMIA confirms expertise in contactless biometrics for access control with the launch of VisionPass and MorphoWave Compact

VisionPass, the ultimate face recognition device for physical access and time and attendance control, was introduced earlier this year and extends IDEMIA’s range of contactless devices for access control. Designed according to the company’s partners’ and end-users’ needs and requirements, VisionPass offers a unique experience: being identified on-the-move in less than 1 second thanks to powerful algorithms. For more user comfort, VisionPass works in all light conditions...

HID Global expands biometric identity verification to police forces and military installations around the globe

HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, announced the expansion of its biometrics identification management solutions to police departments and military installations around the globe. A large police force that covers a major capital city in Europe is using its HID NOMAD 30 Pocket Reader for rapid suspect identification in the field. Initially launched for Android platforms, the solution’s SDK is now available for iOS devices. This extends Bring-Your-Own-Device (BY...

Johnson Controls unveils Innometriks Cheetah SE Bio High Assurance Smart Card Reader for secure, dual-factor fingerprint biometric authentication

Johnson Controls has announced the release of the Innometriks Cheetah SE Bio High Assurance Smart Card Reader with fingerprint biometric matching. Seamless integration with PACS The Innometriks Cheetah SE Bio High Assurance Smart Card Reader’s advanced system and seamless architecture allow for efficient integration with a range of physical access control systems (PACS) with its secure and open-based OSDP protocol. With this update, enrollments are captured and stored in a central databa...

Dahua Technology streams online the launch of new products for intelligent building

Dahua Technology, a globally renowned video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, unveiled its latest intelligent building products in an online video streaming with the theme "Intelligent Access, Convenient Life". The online launch attracted industry representatives and experts from all over the world to witness Dahua Technology’s latest series of smart access control and video intercom products. It also allowed them to have an in-depth discussion of the future development tre...

SmartWater forensic liquid ensures enhanced security of priceless artifacts in Iraqi museums

Hundreds of thousands of priceless artifacts in several Iraqi museums have been protected from the threat of theft and looting by marking them with SmartWater’s unique invisible code. Unique invisible code Funded by the British Council, approximately 273,000 artifacts held in Iraqi museums have been protected using this new approach. Priceless objects can be traced back to the site they were stolen from, making it easier for law enforcement agencies to prove theft, thereby creating a pow...

UVeye names two executives to lead its North American Operations Group

UVeye, an Israeli supplier of contact-free vehicle-inspection systems, has named two executives to head its North American management team for the launch of cost-saving products designed for car dealers, used-car auction houses, and major vehicle fleets. New appointments Glenn Hemminger joins UVeye as Managing Director of North American Operations, and Bob Rich will be the North American Sales Director. The company recently announced plans to establish new offices in Ohio and New York and expe...

GeoVision launches GV-VMS 18.1 software to provide a smart security surveillance system

Having featured some of Taiwan’s first face recognition cameras, GeoVision, a provider of professional-grade video management systems and integrated security solutions, now goes another step further. The newest GV-VMS 18.1 extends the capabilities of its face recognition devices across one's everyday cameras to present a unified, smart security surveillance system. With a suitability to all types of cameras, even including the cameras of one's mobile phones, security managers using GV-VMS...

HID Global wins Technology Excellence Awards 2020 for their fingerprint technology deployed by Singapore police force

HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, announced it has been conferred as a winner of Hardware - Transportation award at the SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2020, an industry award organised by the Singapore Business Review to recognise companies that have made exceptional contribution and significant business impact through the innovative use of IT solutions and initiatives in Singapore. The award was handed out in recognition of the speed and reliability of HID&rsquo...

SIA and SecureIDNews to honour the women who contributed to the biometrics and security industries

The Security Industry Association (SIA) and SecureIDNews have selected five distinguished biometrics and security experts as the 2020 winners of the Women in Biometrics Awards – a globally recognised program co-founded by SIA and SecureIDNews and co-presented with sponsors IDEMIA, Biometric Update and the SIA Women in Security Forum. The honourees will be recognised during the 2020 SIA GovSummit, SIA’s annual government security conference, which will be hosted as a free virtual eve...

Fingerprint Cards AB expands its fingerprint authentication touch sensor portfolio for physical and logical access control devices

To meet the evolving design needs of the diverse and growing market for biometric access control solutions, the globally renowned biometrics company, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints) has announced the expansion its fingerprint authentication touch sensor portfolio for physical and logical access devices and applications. FPC1025 sensor access module To enable maximum flexibility in product design, the new FPC1025 sensor version from Fingerprints has a smaller footprint than the other models...

UNIONCOMMUNITY unveils multimodal iris recognition biometric system, UBio-X Iris with rising demand in COVID-19 period

UNIONCOMMUNITY has newly developed its iris recognition terminals (UBio-X Iris) that can recognise IRIS at a distance of 50cm. Sales are expected to increase this year with the launch of contactless new products such as face recognition devices. Amid the on-going COVID-19 crisis, the demand for the non-contact biometric method is growing popular and biometric recognition solutions firm, UNIONCOMMUNITY has announced to launch an iris recognition system on the 12th of May, 2020. UBio-X Iris, iri...

Hank Washington introduces BACKR keyless keypad door lock security card access control solution

Hank Washington, a company specialising in high-quality household products, announced a new keyless keypad door lock system. The BACKR electronic access control solution is ideal for customers interested in a high-security door lock for both indoor and outdoor applications. The recent announcement aims to provide a reliable security solution for residents and business owners throughout the US. The new BACKR keyless door lock features an easy-to-use touchscreen offering four unlock alternatives:...

Redrock Biometrics announces partnership with HYPR to provide palm authentication solution

Redrock Biometrics and HYPR announce a partnership for Redrock Biometrics to provide palm authentication with their PalmID solution. HYPR is a renowned provider of passwordless authentication for enterprises. Backed by Comcast, Mastercard, and Samsung, the HYPR cloud platform is designed to eliminate passwords and shared secrets across the enterprise. With HYPR, businesses have deployed secure passwordless authentication for millions of users. The addition of Redrock Biometrics' PalmID to the H...

Aratek introduces powerful multi-factor biometric handheld tablet

Aratek has formally launched the BM7550 terminal, a portable, powerful multi-factor biometric tablet that integrates facial recognition, fingerprint sensing, and a contactless NFC card reader in one complete package. ‍The portable & powerful biometric tablet for multi-factor authentication “The BM7550 squarely addresses the demands for increasingly sophisticated identification and authentication solutions with its industry-leading multi-biometric and multi-factor authentic...

Fingerprint Cards AB collaborates with Digi-Key Electronics to expand business in new markets and application areas

Biometrics company, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) announces a collaboration with the global on-line distributor, Digi-Key Electronics. This cooperation will strengthen Fingerprints’ position and help the company scale into new markets and application areas within IoT and access globally. “This is a step for us to be able to scale with FPC BM-Lite and to reach new verticals that require additional sales channels to drive business. Digi-Key will help us reach out and find...

HID Global Seos® Smart Cards bring convenience, security to Werkspace co-working office in Indonesia

HID Global, a front-runner in trusted identity solutions, announced that it has been selected by Jakarta-based service office provider, Werkspace Indonesia, to power its access control system, allowing several hundred users to access their co-working space conveniently and securely. Established in 2017, Werkspace is one of the fastest-growing co-working space providers in Jakarta, and currently serves both start-ups and established businesses who need professional, reliable and secure working s...

Suprema marks 20th anniversary celebrations by releasing new emblem

Suprema, globally renowned provider of security and biometrics, has announced that 2020 marks the company’s 20th anniversary. Suprema was founded in 2000 and the company has built a worldwide sales network in over 140 countries and number of users with Suprema technologies surpassed one billion. Access control systems major Suprema’s extensive range of portfolio includes access control systems, time & attendance solutions, mobile access solutions and fingerprint live scanners....

Inner Range releases Inception 3.2 firmware update to enhance biometric security

The Inception 3.2 firmware update has now been released. With this latest firmware release, users can present biometric credentials as well as traditional access cards to gain entry. Facial recognition, fingerprint scans and iris scans can all now be used as access credentials and this allows for more advanced security configurations for clients. For example, during office hours users could present either a face scan, or card or PIN to access a building but after-hours facial recognition is rev...

Hikvision launches “Touch-free” MinMoe face recognition terminals for easier access control and time attendance

Hikvision, a globally renowned provider of innovative security products and solutions, announced its new access control and time attendance offerings, the MinMoe Face Recognition Terminals, promising a new era of face recognition access control is coming. To meet a multitude of real-world scenarios and customer needs, the MinMoe Face Recognition Terminals lineup features four total series: Value Series, Pro Series, Ultra Series, and Face Recognition Modules for Turnstile. With powerful function...

AXIS Live Privacy Shield to add mosaic dynamic masking to provide the greatest privacy protection

AXIS Live Privacy Shield—the edge analytics software for cameras that masks people in real time in video streams at up to full frame rate—will support mosaic (pixel) masking, in addition to the currently available colour masking in a new release on April 2. The solution addresses privacy rules and regulations, and at the same time, lets users see movement and activity on their premises. Because it runs directly on selected Axis cameras, no expensive servers are required, and it is e...

Pedestal PRO introduces ready-made premium pedestal solutions for 2N IP Verso security intercom systems

Pedestal PRO, a world renowned manufacturer for access control pedestals, in cooperation with 2N, an Axis company, has introduced a line of purpose-built pedestal solutions designed for use with the 2N IP Verso security intercom system. Integrators and 2N customers can choose from a selection of pedestal and housing options that provide the most elegant presentation of their 2N IP Verso units in settings that preclude wall-mounting. Pedestals are available in various heights and colours and may...

Messe Frankfurt shares details of the 9th edition of Secutech India 2020 to be held in Mumbai

Attracting trade visitors from across the subcontinent, the region’s most influential trade fair for the security industry, Secutech India, is scheduled to return for its 9th edition from 7 – 9 May 2020 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. With exhibitor registration still open, the fair has already attracted more than 350 of the world’s leading security brands with less than three months remaining before it commences. The 2020 exhibition will feature Axis Communication, C...

Singapore Police Force uses HID Global’s multispectral fingerprint technology for fast and fraud-free driver’s license processing

HID Global, a front-runner in trusted identity solutions, announced that the traffic branch of the Singapore Police Force has deployed an electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) system that uses HID Lumidigm® V-series Fingerprint Sensors to verify the identities of driver’s license applicants.  The HID Lumidigm sensor’s patented multispectral imaging technology has helped improve identity-verification speed and efficiency as compared to their previous paper-based process, and...

Matrix Comsec to showcase COSEC range of access control solutions at Sicur 2020 in Madrid, Spain

Matrix Comsec has announced that it will be attending the International Security, Safety and Fire Exhibition in Spain - Sicur. The exhibition will commence from 25th of February 2020 and last for 3 days up till February 28, 2020, and is organised by the IFEMA held at Feria de Madrid in Madrid, Spain. Matrix is all set to participate in the event to evince the ability of its products and solutions. Designed to meet the complete security requirements of any organisation, the products are of par e...

FIME tests biometric components with FIDO Alliance’s Biometric Component Certification Program

FIME has been accredited to test biometric components in line with FIDO Alliance’s Biometric Component Certification Program. The accreditation enables device manufacturers and solution providers to ensure the quality and performance of biometric authentication solutions including fingerprint, facial, voice, and iris recognition. "In an age dominated by cumbersome passwords, biometric authentication delivers stronger security while improving UX. And in a post-PSD2 world, it’s a comp...

Suprema unveils its facial recognition and access control solutions at INTERSEC 2020

Suprema Inc., a global provider of biometrics and security solutions, unveils its latest facial recognition solution at INTERSEC 2020, the largest security exhibition in the Middle East, held in Dubai from January 19 to 21. At the show, Suprema showcased its latest mobile credential solution, facial recognition technology and enterprise access control solutions. Integrated security platform In particular, the company announced the new FaceStation, which will be released this year, and success...

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