Internet of Things (IoT) - News

Mouser Electronics now ships the Sentrius MG100/BT510/BT610 Cumulocity IoT Kit

Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) pioneer empowering innovation, is now shipping the Sentrius™ MG100/BT510/BT610 Cumulocity IoT Kit from Laird Connectivity. This powerhouse combination of proven wireless sensor monitoring technologies comes bundled together in one integrated kit that captures data from the included sensors and sends it to the cloud, via a global low-power cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT) connection. The Laird Connectivity Sentrius MG100/BT510/BT610 Cumu...

Wolverhampton makes £20 million bid to help fund phase one of its ambitious Green Innovation Corridor

City of Wolverhampton Council has bid for £20 million from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund Round 2, in order to help deliver phase one of its ambitious Green Innovation Corridor. The UK Government announced in February 2022 that Wolverhampton and Sheffield would be the first of 20 cities to benefit from part of £1.5 billion of Levelling Up funding for new infrastructure to be developed on brownfield land, in order to boost housing and jobs. Green Innovation Corridor Th...

Yeastar partners with Headset Solutions to unlock Yeastar Workplace’s greater potential in South Africa

Yeastar, the provider of Unified Communications solutions and Digital Workplace innovator, and Headset Solutions, South Africa’s supplier of headsets as well as the fastest-growing video solutions distributor jointly announce a distribution partnership. Yeastar Workplace products This alliance allows Headset Solutions to provide the channels with the full line of Yeastar Workplace products while enhancing Yeastar’s brand presence across South Africa. Through this alliance, Headset...

Matrix announces the release of COSEC ARGO FACE that combines all the corporate requirements into one

Unifying aesthetics, hygiene standards, and technology, Matrix presents COSEC ARGO FACE that combines all the corporate requirements into one. With top-class processors, a deep learning algorithm, and the best hardware inclusive of two in-built cameras, COSEC ARGO FACE acts both as an access control device and a surveillance-grade camera. MATRIX COSEC ARGO FACE With the integration of multiple credentials, such as Face, PIN, BLE, and Cards, this device stays tech-savvy and future-ready. With...

Qognify Transportation Solutions that help to mitigate the impact of incidents on public transport on exhibit at InnoTrans 2022 event

Qognify, the globally renowned provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, will showcase its Qognify Transportation Solutions at the InnoTrans 2022 event. The international trade show for transport technology - InnoTrans 2022, is scheduled to take place from September 20 to September 23, 2022, at Messe Berlin, in Berlin, Germany. Qognify Transportation Solutions The portfolio of Qognify Transportation Solutions contains enterprise incident management (EIM) software (Qognif...

Bosch offers IoT security and five-year warranty on all their IP cameras

Quality is a vital concept deeply rooted in the Bosch corporate philosophy. For generations, customers have trusted Bosch to deliver quality products and innovative technologies. When purchasing Bosch IP cameras, people know they are getting the most robust, connected, and secure cameras on the planet. Why? Bosch is committed to delivering products and solutions that consistently perform, are backed by a five-year worry-free standard warranty, and embody the highest levels of security in the in...

Bosch announces the release of the new PRAESENSA ambient noise sensor

The loud buzz of a crowd, the passing roar of vehicles or the hum of equipment can affect the intelligibility of voice messages. Similarly, music or messages can cause discomfort, when they are played too loudly in a quieter building. Automatic Volume Control (AVC) technology helps to deal with these ambient noise changes. The PRAESENSA ambient noise sensor from Bosch changes the loudspeaker volume, according to the ambient noise levels and automatically solves the dilemma of a system being too...

Corsight AI partners with OneMind Technologies to enhance security in smart cities

Corsight AI, a facial recognition solutions provider that codifies privacy requirements and is unmatched in its speed and accuracy, has announced its partnership with OneMind Technologies, a subsidiary of Affluence Corporation and a specialist in hypervisors for smart industries, to support the development of safe smart cities across the globe. Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) Recently recognised by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) as a provider for proactively red...

LastPass announces the company has achieved ISO 27001 certification for its information security management system

LastPass has announced that it has achieved ISO/IEC 27001: 2013 certification for its information security management system. Established by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), the ISO 27001 certification follows a globally recognised standard, which provides a model for establishing, monitoring and improving an information security management system. LastPass achieves ISO 27001 certification The ISO 27001 certification demonstrates LastPass’s commitment to providi...

WMCA secures funds from UK Government to help region’s businesses embrace digital technology and supercharge their growth

A major scheme designed to help West Midlands manufacturing and engineering firms adopt the latest digital tech and drive growth has received £2.3 million extra in funding to continue its work. Made Smarter has already helped more than 200 SMEs in the West Midlands digitise their work, improve employees’ skills and become more productive, since the scheme was launched the region in 2021. Made Smarter scheme More than 150 businesses have already signed up to benefit from this secon...

Global MSC Security recognises David White’s 50-year career in policing and security industry with the Gordon McLanaghan Award

Global MSC Security has recognised David White’s illustrious 50-year career in policing and the security industry, with the presentation of the 2022 Gordon McLanaghan Award for Security Innovation. The highly respected Consultant, Tutor and former Police Officer, was presented with a piece of Bristol Blue glassware, by the Managing Director of Global MSC Security, Derek Maltby, upon his retirement earlier this month. Gordon McLanaghan Award The Gordon McLanaghan Award is presented annua...

Avolon appoints Andy Cronin as the CEO Designate and Paul Geaney as the President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, announced that its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dómhnal Slattery, has informed the Board of his intention to step down from his Executive role and from the Board in 2022. Avolon’s Board has unanimously appointed Andy Cronin, Avolon’s President & Chief Financial Officer (CFO), to the role of CEO Designate. In addition, Paul Geaney, Avolon’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) is appointed to the role of the President a...

Vision-Box’s facial recognition technology validated for its performance at US Department of Homeland Security’s MdTF Biometric Rally 2021

Vision-Box, a globally renowned company in biometrics seamless travel, automated border management and electronic identity management solutions, announced that its facial recognition technology was accredited as top-ranked at the US Department of Homeland Security’s MdTF Biometric Rally 2021 – an organisation that evaluates state-of-the-art biometric identity verification systems for high throughput use cases. This proof of value validates that the algorithms are more effective in t...

Dahua Technology highlights the three key features that make its new Night Color 2.0 Fusion Camera shine

The first thing to know about Dahua Technology’s feature-rich Night Color 2.0 Fusion Camera (N45DUD2) is that it’s ideal for dark or near-dark applications, where both covert security and full-color images are needed. The Eyeball Fusion Night Color 4 MP camera provides exceptional light-gathering technology and uses image processing algorithms to enhance the available light. Night Color 2.0 Fusion Camera (N45DUD2) This latest entry to Dahua’s extensive low-light portfolio is...

OutSystems joins SAP PartnerEdge programme to support SAP S/4HANA migration

OutSystems, a globally renowned company in high-performance application development, has announced that it has become an official member of the SAP PartnerEdge programme, with a Build focus, underscoring its commitment to providing high-value low-code to businesses using SAP solutions. While twice as many OutSystems customers connect to SAP technologies as any other system of record, the new relationship will make it even easier for additional businesses within the SAP ecosystem to discover and...

ComLink Fire and Security doubles its business and size with the adoption of BigChange technology platform

The latest field service management software has helped ComLink Fire and Security to become one of the fastest growing companies in Wales. By equipping engineers with rugged mobile devices that synchronise in real time with back-office software, ComLink’s business has been transformed with completely paperless working. Field service fleet doubled in size  Since introducing the cloud-based technology from BigChange, ComLink has seen its field service fleet double in size. The compan...

HID Global releases the 2022 State of Access Control Report that underscores growing demand for future-proof mobile solutions

HID Global, a worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions, announces the 2022 State of Access Control Report, providing insightful perspectives of the market’s current state and trends. Produced by IFSEC Global, in partnership with HID Global, the report surveyed just over 1,000 respondents from across the North America (56%), EMEA (29%) and Asia Pacific (15%) regions, to detail trends in the procurement, installation, specification and operation of physical access control so...

Vicon’s most advanced camera range - Valkyrie will drive forward new ground-breaking motion capture applications for users globally

Vicon, a globally renowned company in motion capture, has launched Valkyrie, its new flagship camera range, with four models delivering the world’s highest quality motion capture system. Valkyrie cameras will capture motion more faithfully and accurate to reality than ever before, powering a new wave of innovation and discovery across all motion capture markets. Designed to work in harmony with Vicon’s powerful software solutions for the life sciences, visual effects, location-based...

Ping Identity helps Flinks empower Fintech innovators with a true open banking experience

Ping Identity, the intelligent identity solution for the enterprise, and Montreal-based open banking platform, Flinks, have enabled millions of customers across the U.S.A. and Canada to link their financial accounts to fintech apps and enjoy new streamlined banking experiences in a safe and compliant way. From user onboarding to digital loan applications and money transfers, Flinks’ open banking API technology enables financial businesses to access the bank-sourced financial data they nee...

Security expert, Mark Wall launches sales consultancy services - Wall 2 Wall Security Consultants for the industry’s benefit

Mark Wall, an experienced Security Consultant who has more than 30 years’ experience in the security industry, is launching his own sales consultancy service, in order to support specialists looking to grow their business. The security entrepreneur, who has most recently worked at Amberstone Security, where he was the Director of Business Development and Sales Director EMEA at WebeyeCMS, alongside working at Dahua Technology and Videcon, is using his extensive experience to open new doors...

Strategic acquisition advances TE’s capabilities in high-growth Internet of Things (IoT) markets

TE Connectivity (TE), a pioneer in connectivity and sensors, has acquired Linx Technologies, a RF components supplier in IoT markets. The deal, which closed on July 1, 2022, is another strategic acquisition that strengthens TE’s portfolio and capabilities for IoT. Expanding TE’s supply chain footprint The acquisition of Linx Technologies complements TE’s broad connectivity product offerings, particularly in antenna and RF connectors for IoT. The acquisition expands TE&rsquo...

RealNetworks announces executive leadership changes, including the appointment of Paul DiPeso as the President - SAFR

RealNetworks, Inc., a globally renowned company in AI-powered digital media software and solutions, has announced two significant changes to its leadership team. First, RealNetworks announced the appointment of Paul DiPeso to the newly created position of President - SAFR. Paul DiPeso, in the new role, will report to the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Rob Glaser. Vast industry experience Paul DiPeso has over 25 years of top management experience in physical security with renow...

Valsoft Corporation Inc. acquires Woody Technologies, strengthening its portfolio in the Broadcast & Media industry

Valsoft Corporation Inc. (Valsoft), a Montreal-based company that specialises in the acquisition and development of software companies in vertical markets, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Woody Technologies (Woody), a company that specialises in optimising audio-visual workflows for companies in the Broadcast & Media industry, among others.  Headquartered in Paris, France, Woody Technologies offer solutions that are designed to cover all the file ingest and outgest needs of media...

ONVIF Conformance and built-in visitor management among enhancements for Inner Range’s Integriti intelligent access and security system

Access control manufacturer, Inner Range has announced a number of enhancements to its flagship product - Integriti, including becoming ONVIF Conformant and providing built-in visitor management capabilities. Integriti is Inner Range’s enterprise-level intelligent access and security system, and the company’s R&D team is constantly working on improvements to improve safety and ease of access for customers. New update available for Integriti From July 2022, a new update is avai...

Aqua Security announces European launch of SaaS solution

Aqua Security, the pure-play cloud-native security provider announced the European launch of its platform as a SaaS solution, a unique and comprehensive security tool designed to protect cloud-native applications and stop cloud-native attacks. Customers located in the EU who are subject to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can take advantage of the flexibility and ease of adoption of a SaaS service based in the Frankfurt region, while still conforming to data privacy and residenc...

Concentric announces the launch of their new digital security and turnkey solution, Eclipse

Concentric, the private risk consultancy firm that specialises in holistic security and intelligence services, is proud to announce the launch of Eclipse, their new digital solution providing enhanced personal cyber security and digital privacy.  Eclipse – turnkey solution Eclipse is a turnkey solution for individuals, families and teams to help mitigate digital risks. The platform offers levelled subscription tiers, à la carte services, and holistic defence-in-depth across c...

Blue Prism highlights the concern of enterprise leaders to meet growth goals

In order to address spiraling cost pressures caused by surging inflation and commodity prices, business leaders are looking towards automation solutions. The recent geo-political conflict in Eastern Europe has significantly disrupted commodities markets, compounding already heightened inflation levels and seeing price-points rise in 2022 and beyond. To understand the true impact for businesses, SS&C Blue Prism (Blue Prism) commissioned a study of business leaders, which found that 73% of en...

Cognitec celebrates 20 years as an influential face recognition company

Cognitec is proudly looking back at 20 successful years developing high-ranking face recognition technologies, and working with partners around the world on major government and commercial projects. Experienced software, algorithm and product development teams continue to bring high-performing algorithms and innovative products to the face recognition market. Since the founding days in 2002, the company has constantly extended its portfolio to offer products for facial image database search, re...

7 ways touchless technology is improving financial institutions

Touchless technology enables users to complete transactions or perform actions with systems touch-free. It leverages optical and biometric sensing capabilities, enabling computer systems to receive instructions through user behaviour or physical movement. Touchless technology helps improve and manage access to financial services and institutions in a number of ways. Types of Touchless Technologies Touchless Sensing Touch-free sensors can detect the presence or movement of a person or obj...

Corps Security wins Living Wage Champion Award for contemporary bid process

At last night’s Living Wage Champion Awards, Corps Security received the Recognised Service Provider Award, in recognition of its leadership in advancing the Real Living Wage within the security industry and among its client network. Corps Security recognised Established initially as the Corps of Commissionaires in 1859, Corps Security has always been committed to providing the highest standard of employment, including pay rates to its colleagues. Today, as an accredited Recognised Servi...

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