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Malwarebytes announces EDR Extra Strength, setting the new standard for endpoint protection

Malwarebytes, a pioneer in real-time cyber protection, is revolutionising endpoint protection for IT-constrained businesses with EDR Extra Strength, a new solution that combines the company's deep historical threat intelligence knowledge with endpoint detection and response (EDR) and AI-driven tools for attack surface reduction and accelerated response. Even with standard endpoint security deployments, successful attacks are rampant—83% of organisations have had more than one data br...

Siemens to acquire Heliox, specialist in eBus and eTruck fast charging solutions

Siemens AG has signed an agreement to acquire Heliox, a Netherlands-based technology pioneer in fast charging solutions, serving e-Bus and e-Truck fleets and passenger vehicles. The acquisition will complement Siemens’ existing eMobility charging portfolio, adding products and solutions for DC fast charging focused on eBus and eTruck fleets. Digitalisation and software potential Heliox’s portfolio will also extend Siemens’ market reach, primarily in Europe and North America,...

SentrySafe introduces first-ever solution leveraging “Master Lock Security, Built In” technology with next generation fire safe

For the first time, SentrySafe, the global pioneer in fire storage and security solutions, has teamed up with Master Lock, the enduring name in padlocks, to launch the new Next Generation Fire Safe. Available to purchase, the Next Generation Fire Safe is a first-of-its-kind product from the brand featuring all-new exclusive “Master Lock Security, Built-In” technology that empowers consumers to be ready for the unexpected. With unparalleled fireproof and waterproof storage for docume...

Versa delivers new AI-assisted enhancements across SASE, SD-WAN, SSE, ZTEA, and SD-LAN products

Versa Networks, the global pioneer in AI/ML powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) announced a set of enhancements to VersaAITM that includes new embedded generative AI capabilities to identify malicious behaviours in real-time, secure generative AI tools, and enhance network and security operational excellence. These capabilities are powered by a shared set of fine-tuned AI/ML engines natively integrated into the Versa Unified SASE platform and used across its product portfolio.&nbs...

Secure Logiq forges distribution alliance with Mayflex

Secure Logiq is excited to announce a landmark collaboration with Mayflex, a renowned distributor specialising in converged IP security solutions and other cutting-edge products. Mayflex's robust network and deep-rooted industry expertise pave the way for Secure Logiq to broaden its market presence, ushering in a new phase of growth for innovative server solutions. Powerful surveillance Featuring speeds of up to 4000 Mbps and storage capacities surpassing 1 petabyte, Secure Logiq's advanced s...

Intego Warranty, Inc. partners with Lanier Rep Group to offer alarm protect security equipment protection plans

Intego Warranty, Inc., dba Alarm Protect™, is pleased to welcome Lanier Rep Group (LRG) as its newest and exclusive manufacturer’s rep firm offering the Alarm Protect™ Security Equipment Protection Plans to the industry. LRG will broaden Intego’s presence nationally with the LRG footprint in TX, LA, OK, AR, MS, CO, NM, MO, IA, NE, KS, MN, WI, IL, North, and South Dakota, and through its nationwide rep alliances. Equipment protection plan “Intego Warranty is...

Vector Flow unveils full suite of aviation identity management automation solutions

Vector Flow, the digital transformation pioneer offering the next-generation AI-enabled physical security automation platform, is proud to announce the release of its suite of Aviation Identity Management solutions designed to enhance security and operational efficiency for airlines and airports. AI and ML-enabled platform The company’s AI and machine learning-enabled platform enables operators and their workers to collaborate to continuously ensure compliance and security. Each actor k...

AsiaNext chooses Colt's capital markets solutions for digital securities and crypto derivatives trading

Colt Technology Services (Colt) the digital infrastructure company announced a new partnership with AsiaNext. The partnership will see AsiaNext benefit from a suite of Colt’s secure, high-performance digital infrastructure solutions including Multicast Market Data in the Cloud and PrizmNet to facilitate high-frequency trading of a variety of digital securities and crypto derivatives trading. AsiaNext AsiaNext is the first institutional-grade digital exchange to design this unique soluti...

ZeroEyes launches channel partner programme

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 the formation of its Channel Partner Programme (CPP), aimed at expanding the national presence of its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform. It will be led by VP of Partnerships Claude Haskins, along with Director of Partnerships Chad Spiller, and newly appointed VP of Channel Partnerships Darren Crawfor...

XOi named to 2023 Inc. 5000

Inc. revealed that XOi, the pioneering provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, ranks 2,313 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other...

Vismo and Max Security collaborate for enhanced global workforce safety

Vismo, the global tracking and safety solutions specialist, announces a partnership with Max Security, the security and risk management firm. The collaboration, effective immediately, sees Vismo providing verified risk data, using Max Security’s intelligence solutions, to strengthen the well-being of customers’ staff when the unexpected happens. Mass Notification feature The customers will be able to quickly and easily identify when their employees are in, close to, or approaching...

VdS Security expertise: new service offer for holistic burglary and theft protection

With Security Expertise, VdS has created a unique offer for planners, operators, insurers or other risk bearers of facilities with high security or availability requirements. In doing so, the highly qualified VdS team of experts supports its clients in fulfilling legal requirements, complying with insurance conditions and at the same time establishing an optimum level of security.  In this service, VdS combines its outstanding expertise in security systems together with a comprehensive an...

City of Roswell and Friends of Mimosa collaborates with Trane Residential to advance net zero certification goals

The City of Roswell and Friends of Mimosa Hall and Gardens proudly announce its collaboration with Trane Residential, a pioneering provider of energy-efficient home comfort solutions, for the successful installation of two (2) electric Trane XV20i Variable Speed Heat Pump systems at Mimosa Hall. This partnership is a significant step towards achieving Net Zero Certification, solidifying Mimosa Hall's dedication to reducing its carbon emissions while preserving the historical integrity of the ho...

Suprema emphasises AI's ability to lighten the load of human surveillance by rapidly processing video material

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in tandem with biometric access control systems is rapidly becoming a popular mode among customers in the ever-changing physical security market. Solutions that can learn, evaluate, and offer quick and precise responses are essential as modern security concerns become more and more sophisticated. Biometric uses for AI are range from faster, more accurate fingerprint analysis to more flexible, three-dimensional facial recognition. Offering an example, JJ K...

Dr. Chris Parkinson, original inventor of RealWear HMT-1® extended reality headset for frontline professionals, named RealWear CEO

RealWear, the pioneer of industrial extended reality (XR) wearables, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Parkinson as RealWear’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). HMT-1® flagship headset Dr. Parkinson, Co-Founder, and former CTO of RealWear®, is the visionary mind behind the HMT-1® flagship headset that started the RealWear story in 2016. The HMT-1 was RealWear’s first industrial head-mounted tablet computer on the market and catapulted RealWear into the s...

Genetec will showcase solutions that simplify the path to unification while enhancing security and operations at GSX 2023

At GSX 2023 in booth #3315, Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will showcase innovative technology that simplifies the path to unification. As organisations continue to seek systems that streamline their security and operations, Genetec will highlight unified solutions that are easy to deploy, use, and maintain. Unified solutions Genetec Web App: GSX attendees can discover the recently-announced Genete...

Ganesh Jivani, CEO, Matrix Comsec, receives the GESIA’s 'Industry Stalwart' award

Mr. Ganesh Jivani, CEO of Matrix Comsec, was conferred with the 'Industry Stalwart' Award at the GESIA's sixth edition of the annually held Digital Management Conclave held on 5th August 2023 at Hyatt Place, Vadodara.  This award has been instituted to recognise and felicitate stalwarts who adopted ICT in their businesses as an intrinsic part of their growth and their contribution to the IT industry. Telecom and physical security On winning this prestigious award, Ganesh Jivani, Chief Ex...

VIPRE launches Managed Detection & Response (MDR) solution for endpoint security

VIPRE Security Group, a globally renowned provider of advanced cybersecurity solutions, announces the launch of its latest security innovation: Managed Detection & Response (MDR). Endpoint Detection & Response As VIPRE’s latest offering, the MDR solution efficiently and accurately addresses the escalating challenges businesses and organisations face in combating cyber threats and bolstering their endpoint security efforts. As cyber threats escalate, businesses of all sizes conti...

Honeywell expands capability to enable industrial customers to measure and manage indirect greenhouse gas emissions

Honeywell announced an expansion to its Honeywell Forge Sustainability+ for Industrials | Emissions Management software application that allows industrial companies to measure and monitor both direct and indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of their operations. The software application can collect data from Honeywell’s industry-renowned sensors and gas-cloud imaging cameras to measure direct GHG emissions, also known as Scope 1 emissions. The new capability aggregates data from ad...

Hanwha Vision launches SolidEDGE camera for reduced environmental impact

Designed around energy-saving principles, Hanwha Vision’s product, and technology deliver a sustainable approach to security and monitoring needs. While video surveillance systems are touted as integral to building smart and sustainable cities, the cameras themselves must also be designed for sustainability.  Energy-efficiency Individually, modern security cameras do not consume a significant amount of energy. However, extensive surveillance systems can incorporate dozens of server...

ESA announces industry veteren, Kevin Stone, COO and Executive Vice President of Doyle Security Systems as Chairman-Elect for 2023-24

The Electronic Security Association, ESA is pleased to announce Kevin Stone, COO and Executive Vice President of Doyle Security Systems in Rochester, New York, as the Association’s Chairman-Elect for 2023-2024. As the association’s current Chairman, John Loud, finishes his term. Kevin will serve as Chairman-Elect from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.  Drive for excellence “The future of a thriving ESA depends on a pioneer who can help drive excellence and embrace ou...

Securitas Technology celebrates continued momentum

Securitas Technology Corporation (formerly Securitas Electronic Security, Inc.) announced the one-year anniversary of the STANLEY Security and STANLEY Healthcare acquisition, which serves as a significant milestone in its transformation journey towards technology-based solutions and its ambition to be an outstanding global security and safety partner that helps make the world a safer place. The combined offerings and global footprint of these two powerhouse organisations has solidified its expe...

Capstone Partners reports systems integrator growth driven by rapid technology evolution

Capstone Partners, a middle market investment banking firm, released its July 2023 Security Solutions Sector Update, reporting that a robust spate of private equity-led add-on acquisitions, driven by consolidation among systems integrators, has buoyed merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the Security Solutions sector through year-to-date (YTD) 2023. Technology innovations Deal volume in the sector has moderated year-over-year (YOY), however, technology innovations have created new reve...

Sophos reveals the education sector had the highest rate of ransomware attacks

Sophos, a global pioneer in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, released a new sectoral survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Education 2023,” which found that education reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022. Over the past year, 79% of higher educational organisations surveyed reported being hit by ransomware, while 80% of lower educational organisations surveyed were targeted, an increase from 64% and 56% in 2021, respectively. Rates of ran...

AI can help UK businesses half data breach costs, claim IBM

Data breaches currently cost UK organisations an average of £3.4 million, but AI can be used to significantly reduce, according to a new IBM Security Report. This comes as IBM’s annual Cost of a Data Breach Report, which analysed real-world data breaches from 553 global organisations between March 2022-March 2023, showed a decrease in the total average of a data breach in the UK from £3.8m in 2022 to £3.4m in 2023. Businesses impacted by data breach Tech businesses and...

Comelit-PAC’s sweet success with Chain Bridge Honey Farm

Chain Bridge Honey Farm, a renowned honey production and visitor attraction, has upgraded its fire safety systems with the installation of Comelit-PAC’s LogiFire solution with cloud capability. Located in the picturesque countryside of Horncliffe, The Chain Bridge Honey Farm is a flourishing family business, started by beekeeping advisor William Selby Robson in 1948. The farm presents three honey houses and a visitor centre, together with over 2,000 hives. Comelit-PAC’s LogiFire s...

BCD Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Jeff Burgess retires post a 44-year IT industry career

BCD Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Jeff Burgess has officially announced his retirement. Burgess, who turned 66 on July 25, 2023, began his computer career back in 1979 after landing a warehouse job at Tek-Aids Industries, an IT computer distributor that carried brands such as Altos, Wyse, and Okidata. Within months, he was moved to the sales desk, and within six years was named Vice President of Sales.   Extensive industry experience After leaving the company years later, he...

Matrix's smart Parking Management Solution to enhance user's parking experience

It's a busy Monday morning, and the user finds themself circling a crowded parking lot, desperately searching for an available spot. Frustration sets in as precious minutes tick away, and they worry about being late for that important meeting. Sounds familiar, right? Everyone has been there. But what if there's a solution that can transform this chaotic scenario into a smooth and hassle-free parking experience? Enter the world of smart parking management solutions, the game-changer that wi...

Jacksons Fencing introduces Hedgehog Havens for hedgehog protection

Jacksons Fencing, a renowned supporter of wildlife conservation, is making significant strides in promoting hedgehog-friendly security fencing. In 2015, the company became the first British fencing manufacturer to introduce a hedgehog-friendly timber gravel board, for residential use. This breakthrough innovation is compatible with their timber fence panels and slotted posts. Convenient access This pioneering product not only safeguards fence panels from ground contact, but also incorpor...

AITX's Subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, announces worksite safety AI analytic

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a global pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced a new analytic to their growing AI-based asset library. This new AI analytic detects the presence and non-presence of personal protective equipment (PPE). A demonstration is available featuring streaming video captured by RAD ROSA™ devices autonomous...

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