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ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire MR Group's hardware division, a supplier of aluminum profile hardware and locks in Portugal. Portfolio expansion "I am very pleased to welcome the MR Group hardware division into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in the mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President, and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. "We are committed to grow...
Openpath, a pioneer in touchless, modern access control and workplace safety automation announces a new cloud-to-cloud integration with Schlage® NDE and LE mobile-enabled wireless locks from Allegion U.S., a provider of security products and solutions as well as seamless access. This new integration provides a greater selection of cost-effective security solutions across an organisation’s entire deployment and makes Openpath one of the only physical access control providers in the com...
Nineteen Group, organisers of International Security Expo and International Cyber Expo, have announced that they will be working with the Department for International Trade’s UK Defence & Security Exports’ team to secure international participation at this year’s exhibition. Returning to Olympia, London from 28-29 September, the co-located events attract more than 14,000 buyers from across the security industry looking to source the latest innovative pr...
SureCam, the UK’s provider of connected dash camera technology and video monitoring solutions announces partnership with Europcar Van and Truck and Geotab to deliver comprehensive telematics plus video solution for the long-term truck and van rental market. This groundbreaking partnership allows businesses relying on rented fleet vehicles to access critical fleet management technology that is traditionally offered to owned vehicle fleets. Fleet safety technology “Fleets utilising...
STREAM is available on the Crown Commercial Services’ (CCS) G-Cloud 12 Framework. G-Cloud makes the identification and selection of cybersecurity vendors easier for public sector bodies (including central government, local councils, NHS Trusts, etc.) by centralising and streamlining the information and processes. By being listed as an approved G-Cloud supplier, firms in the UK public sector can be reassured that Acuity Risk Management is a trusted supplier. In addition, purchasing through...
Acuity announces the next release of its award-winning, cyber risk management platform STREAM. In this latest release, they have introduced the ability to customise workflows that automatically execute and inform users in real-time of risks, deadlines, and responsibilities. Managers can assign, track and check the progress of activities, and users are prompted with alerts for upcoming or overdue tasks. As a result of this upgrade, users can: Spend more time on the tasks that matter and...
Aratek recently announced the Latin America launch of its ultra-compact yet feature-rich A800 dual fingerprint scanner and the A800-M dual fingerprint module/sensor, both designed for a wide variety of applications large and small. “We forecast the A800 and A800-M to be widely adopted in Latin America where demand for digital identity is heating up due to increased spending by governments and public sector on fin-tech, cybersecurity, border control, and airport security, am...
More than 45 percent of the respondents in a recent national survey of service personnel at car dealerships and repair garages by UVeye indicated that automated tire-inspection systems would more accurately pinpoint serious problems and help ensure customer safety. Automated camera-based underbody inspections also have proven to be much faster and more accurate in finding critical safety problems related to brake, fuel and steering systems. Automated camera-based underbody inspections While m...
JumpCloud announced JumpCloud Protect™, a one-touch multi-factor authentication (MFA) solution that makes it easy for IT admins to deploy and enforce MFA without adversely impacting end users. Available for iOS and Android devices, JumpCloud Protect enables simple and efficient “touch to verify” functionality for employees when accessing corporate IT resources authenticated by the JumpCloud Directory Platform. Mobile MFA app JumpCloud...
ONVIF®, a global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, in April hosted its 23rd ONVIF Developers’ Plugfest, and second virtual event, testing implementations of six ONVIF profiles as well as two profile release candidates for access control and metadata. Attendees In attendance were 27 developers and engineers from 18 ONVIF member companies. Participants gathered virtually over two weeks in April and completed 175 hours of testing. Attending companies r...
NCC Group plc announces the signing of an agreement for the proposed acquisition of the Intellectual Property Management business (the “IPM Business”) of Iron Mountain Inc., comprising substantially all of the assets of Iron Mountain Intellectual Property Management, Inc. (“IPM”) together with certain other assets of affiliates of Iron Mountain exclusively related to the IPM Business, for a cash consideration of $220 million (£156 million) (the Acquisition). Strate...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, and architect of the OpenBlue digital connected platforms has released the newest version of the Tyco Kantech EntraPass security management software. Enhanced intrusion detection EntraPass version 8.30 features additional support for Tyco DSC PowerSeries intrusion alarm panels, including a fully functional virtual keypad, enhanced support for EntraPass web macOS functionality, cybersecurity updates, and other op...
Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance released a best practices guide, Video Security Primer: 9 Core Elements that Ensure Businesses Have the Best System for Their Needs. This new resource outlines questions to ask and features to look for in a video management system to secure and grow business. Benefits of right-VMS Designed especially for multisite commercial businesses that want to understand the basics and how to choose an optimal system, the Video Secur...
Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors announced the resumption of on-site entry evaluations, a building or campus analysis that aids security managers in creating a defensible physical security entrance strategy against the costly liabilities associated with tailgating and piggybacking. These evaluations have proven to be critical to the success of entrance projects. During the COVID pandemic, to support community health and safe...
PSA, one of the largest systems integrator consortium announced that it will expand its LenelS2 product offerings. In addition to the feature-rich OnGuard® access control system, PSA will also carry the NetBox™ browser-based, appliance-oriented access control system and the Elements™ cloud-based access control and video management system for purchase by authorised and approved PSA value-added resellers. Advanced physical security solutions LenelS2 is a global pioneer in advance...
ASSA ABLOY has invested in Paravision, an advanced facial recognition solutions provider, and is recognised for its world-class leadership in accuracy. Facial recognition solution "The investment in Paravision is a strategic technological investment for the ASSA ABLOY Group and will accelerate the development of biometric solutions that leverage facial recognition algorithms and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President, and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. “In p...
LILIN has been actively optimising customer experience in recent years and is committed to upgrading the VMS system. LILIN released Navigator Control Center 3.0 (NCC 3.0) video management software, dedicated to managing tens of thousands of cameras. Through NCC 3.0 management system, it integrates NVR/DVP, IP cameras, TV wall, facial recognition system, Pos system, and license plate recognition system, which is convenient uses for one-stop central management. NCC 3.0 video management software...
The number of cyber-attacks on companies, governments, and individuals has been consistently rising in recent years, with global ransomware attacks increasing significantly in 2020, up 485% in compared to 2019. Tackling cybersecurity and protecting key critical infrastructure is key to national security, and the quick pivot to remote working during the COVID pandemic has seen even the most prepared organisations face new security challenges, with cybercriminals quick to take advantage. This is...
Organisations around the world sent an unprecedented number of people home during 2020 to work and attend school remotely, many of them with Chromebook laptops whose shipments more than doubled year over year. HID Global, identity solutions company, is helping organisations bring these people and their Chromebooks back to a hybrid work and classroom environment using its HID HydrantID Account Certificate Manager (ACM) digital certificate management offering. Seamless connections Accordi...
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a provider of cybersecurity solutions globally announced the launch of Check Point Cloud Academy in partnership with its Platinum Elite ATC Partners - Arrow Electronics, Red Education, and Westcon Security. Check Point Software is the first security solutions provider to address the knowledge gap in the industry by offering a dedicated certified education program specialising in cloud security globally. Opportunities for professionals Open to Check Poin...
NVT Phybridge announces a restructuring of its global sales team. Effective immediately, Richard Kasslack will transition from Vice President of North American Sales to Vice President of Sales and Corporate Development, replacing Steven Fair who has left the company to pursue new challenges. Additionally, Julian Kennedy has been promoted from Healthcare, Retail, and Hospitality Vertical Lead to North American Sales Manager. Richard Kasslack joined NVT Phybridge in 2009 and has been instrumenta...
Open Options, a provider of innovative access control solutions, continues to build upon its commitment to innovation with the launch of Fusion X. This new web-based access control software includes all the benefits of the robust DNA Fusion platform but requires no software installation, or dedicated PC required. Fusion X The built-in web server allows programming and maintenance from any Internet-enabled browser and is designed using Flex API v2, based on the flexible Html5 platform. With Fu...
NVT Phybridge announces that Arvind David has joined the executive team as the Director of Global Digital Transformation and India Operations. Working out of the corporate headquarters in Ontario, Canada, Arvind will facilitate collaboration and process improvement across all departments in the organisation. Arvind will also lead the global marketing team; ensuring consistency and excellence between marketing, sales, and support teams. Arvind is excited to continue making the transition to IP...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new course to help industry professionals prepare to take the Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) exam. The new CSPM Review Course expands SIA’s CSPM offerings; it will be offered virtually and will be taught by CSPM-certified instructors with extensive experience in security project management. Course coverage The course covers the key areas of knowledge and topics tested by the CSPM exam, shares...
The team was building and designing a new website with improved content and features. The main addition being a new product listings functionality which includes: Full product hardware specifications 360° product images 3D product models A downloadable set of manuals, data sheets, and documents Product videos Improved product search database Plus new and improved sections and information throughout. The company will be evolving its website, adding new product lines, and further de...
Johnson Controls, a global company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced that its chairman and CEO George Oliver has been invited by U.S. President Joe Biden to participate in the virtual Leaders Summit on Climate. Addressing climate crisis The summit will bring together leaders of the world’s major economies and other vital partners for an urgent and open dialogue on ways to strengthen collective efforts to address the...
Abnormal Security, provider of the cloud-native email security platform that leverages behavioural data science to stop modern email attacks announced the appointment of Mike Britton as Chief Information Security Officer. Mike brings Fortune 500-calibre security leadership experience that will not only drive the company’s security and privacy program but also help influence the development and support of the Abnormal Security platform to ensure it delivers lasting value to customers. Mik...
Abnormal Security announced the company has been named one of 10 finalists for the RSA Conference 2021 Innovation Sandbox Contest for its breakthrough cloud-native email security platform that stops modern email attacks through behavioural data science. On May 19, Abnormal Security will present its email security platform to a panel of renowned industry judges and a live virtual audience in a three-minute pitch, competing for the coveted title of “Most Innovative Start-Up” at RSA Co...
The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) is once again supporting the BSIA’s British Security Awards, taking place at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square on 30th June 2021. The British Security Awards recognise key achievements from within the private security industry and for the third consecutive year NSI is sponsoring the ‘Apprentice of the Year' Award. Dedicated to the next generation of engineers within the industry, this category will award an apprentice for their outstandin...
With a solid COVID-19 continuity plan, a strong focus on people retention, and new ways of collaborating with partners, Milestone Systems achieved a net revenue of DKK 1 billion in 2020. Milestone’s net revenue amounted to DKK 1 billion in 2020, a decrease of 1% compared with 2019. The operating income (EBIT) was DKK 112 million, a decrease of 9%, reflecting the pandemic’s impact on sales, an increase in development capacity, and investments in new headcounts to fuel future growth....
