Internet of Things (IoT) - News

ONVIF®, the pioneering global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, is announcing the formation of three new working groups that are tackling standardisation work in cloud connectivity, audio and advanced metadata.  Together with the ongoing work of existing ONVIF working groups and committees, these new initiatives represent a historically high level of industry participation in the standards development work within ONVIF. The creation of the new working...

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the cybersecurity solutions company focused on cyber strategy and risk, announces that it has signed a three-year, exclusive partnership with the UK subsidiary of a global aerospace, defence and security company, to jointly market Rizikon, the supply chain cyber platform, to selected sub-sectors within the UK critical national infrastructure (CNI) market.  The partnership will be publicly launched to clients by both parties in the next few weeks. Supply ch...

ZeroFox, the pioneer in external cybersecurity, announced the launch of its physical security intelligence (PSI) mobile application, ZeroFox PSI Mobile. The ZeroFox PSI Mobile app delivers 24x7x365 global physical threat awareness for on-the-go corporate security practitioners, enabling rapid response to physical security incidents that could impact the safety of key personnel or disrupt critical business operations.  ZeroFox PSI Mobile app Physical security threats to businesses have si...

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s actions to keep American families together and to streamline a pathway for Dreamers to access waivers relating to high-skilled labour visas for which they are qualified: “Today, the Department of Homeland Security is taking action to keep American families together and end the fear and uncertainty these families face when one spouse is a United States citizen and...

Following a decision of its Board, Euralarm has welcomed Safety Technology International as a new member. The company will join the Fire Section of Euralarm which monitors and analyses the developments and reviews what the impact of new technologies can be. This not only will help members to better understand the topics and their impact, but also act as a guidance on prioritising the actions and the work regarding standardisation and certification. Understanding of the EU policy Companies jo...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is excited to announce an exclusive summer discount for HDP 2.0 members. By joining as an official Hikvision Dealer Partner (HDP) or upgrading to HDP 2.0 through the exclusive app, security integrators can unlock special benefits, including extra savings during Hikvision’s Summer Savings Program from July 1-31, 2024. Hikvisio...

Global IT services provider Claranet Benelux has entered into a new agreement with secure digital communication specialist Zivver. This collaboration offers companies and institutions in the Benelux region an easy way to prevent data leaks, communicate securely via email and meet the strict security requirements of NIS2 and DORA, among others.  Claranet Benelux is a pioneering IT service provider that focuses on providing digital workplaces, security, networks and solutions...

Brivo, the largest global provider of cloud-based access control and smart space technologies, announces the transformation of its Global Reseller Partner Program, effective for all Resellers on January 1, 2025.  The Global Reseller Partner Program will grant access to data insights, marketing assets, and business management tools, all supported by a wealth of new resources to boost partner growth and improve the overall partner experience. Tiers of support and benefits Brivo is increasi...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is excited to welcome Luisa Merlano to the role of Technical Business Development Manager for the Latin America region. Luisa enhances the technical expertise of the team with a solid background in electrical engineering. She has accumulated valuable experience over the past three years working with Gallagher Security products as a Gallagher Certified Channel Partner in Colombia. Her hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of Gallagher’...

Absolute Security, a global pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced that G2, a customer-driven software review platform, named the company as a pioneer in its Spring Grid Reports for Zero Trust Networking and Endpoint Security. Absolute has continued to earn top positioning for four consecutive years, highlighting the company’s commitment to deliver innovative solutions that help organisations maintain security, compliance, and cyber resilience across their global business opera...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, unveiled a series of new features and capabilities in its Data Access Security and Non-Employee Risk Management offerings within SailPoint Identity Security Cloud. Updates to these add-on capabilities offer customers increased visibility and security across all varieties of identity types and their access to critical data, enabling a strong enterprise-class identity security programme. Data Access Security D...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, launches innovative AI-powered application onboarding capability. This new capability will be seamlessly integrated into SailPoint Identity Security Cloud and will simplify the process of integrating critical business applications. By automating the onboarding process, SailPoint will simultaneously delivering faster time to value, critical security of business applications and improving the user experience. I...

Axis Communications celebrates the grand re-opening of its Axis Experience Centre (AEC) in Chelmsford, MA. The upgraded Boston-area AEC has been renovated to include additional meeting spaces, an expanded lab, a demo room, and a design studio, allowing Axis to better support customers and partners throughout Northern New England. Home to Axis’ Americas headquarters, the Chelmsford AEC serves a variety of local industries including retail, education, transportation, biopharma, and more, pr...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced it is expanding operations to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH) under the leadership of Benjamin Krebs. This expansion comes as Verkada is seeing strong sales and partner growth across EMEA. “Today, more than 24,000 customers across 85 countries trust Verkada as their safety solution,” said Eric Salava, Chief Revenue Officer at Verkada. “Establishing operations in the DACH region, which represents...

Wayne Alarm Systems, Inc., a family-owned and operated provider of life safety and security solutions, announced the acquisition of SAS Security Systems, Inc. of Watertown, Massachusetts. This strategic move expands Wayne Alarm's footprint in the greater Boston area, allowing it to deliver its premier security services to a wider range of customers. Leveraging the latest technology Wayne Alarm, founded by Ralph Wayne Sevinor, has a long-standing reputation for exceptional customer care and u...

Illumio, Inc., a Zero Trust Segmentation company, announced the appointment of Pete Wilson as Director of Channel Sales, EMEA. Based in the UK, Wilson will lead and scale Illumio’s channel and alliance operations in EMEA as it seeks to capitalise on the growing demand for Zero Trust and Microsegmentation.  Wilson brings over 20 years of experience in networking and security, gained at top technology companies, including RSA and SailPoint. Before joining Illumio, he was Director...

The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF) has published an update to its Secure IP Device Framework to bridge with the Matter device ecosystem. The update enables OCF and Matter devices to coexist and interact within the same smart home, strengthening interoperability, enhancing the user experience and improving return on investment for the homeowner. "Full smart home and building automation has always been our priority, and is only possible through interoperability," comments...

Mercury Security, the manufacturer of OEM technology, and HID, a pioneer in trusted identity and access control solutions, announce the next-generation Mercury MP Controllers, designed to deliver enhanced flexibility and security for businesses of all sizes. Mercury MP Controllers As technology advances, access control systems require robust encryption and advanced threat detection. The new Mercury MP Controllers empower access control software providers and integrators to seamlessly combine...

More than ever in 2024, attackers are crossing siloes to find entry points across the full spectrum of devices, operating systems, and embedded firmware, forming the basis for the report, The Riskiest Connected Devices in 2024. Forescout Technologies, Inc., a global cybersecurity pioneer, delivers this fourth annual review of data sourced from nearly 19 million devices through its research arm, Vedere Labs, an international team dedicated to uncovering vulnerabilities and threats to critical in...

AlgoSec, a global cybersecurity pioneer, has announced it has been named an Established Vendor in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer for Network Automation Platforms.   The Voice of the Customer report synthesises Gartner Peer Insights' reviews into insights for IT decision-makers. The report details that 89% of AlgoSec end-users are willing to recommend its solutions. AlgoSec received a composite rating of 4.3 based on objective reviews by validated users and c...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is thrilled to announce the successful deployment of 4 RAD RIO™ (ROSA Independent Observatory) solar-powered mobile surveillance units (MSU) during the 2024 CMA Fest in Nashville, Tennessee.  The CMA Fest, one of the most significant country music events in the world, saw tens of thousands of fans flock to Nashville for an unforgettable weekend of music and e...

Entrust, a global pioneer in delivering identity-centric security solutions for governments and enterprises worldwide, announced the launch of its Citizen Identity Orchestration solution. Governments now can streamline the delivery of public services through secure digital identities, embedding trust in every citizen interaction. The innovative and modular solution from Entrust launches as governments worldwide experience increasing demands for seamless, transparent, and rapid service deli...

In response to the growing uptake of GlobalPlatform’s Security Evaluation Standard for IoT Platforms (SESIP) methodology, the organisation has introduced several initiatives to further accelerate adoption. These include the launch of new certification stamps, expanding the number of labs and certification bodies (CB), new partnerships and the creation of an adopter program. Together, this raises the bar for IoT security by enabling the adoption of the methodology across new sectors, use...

Darktrace, a global pioneer in cybersecurity AI, announces the launch of its new service offering, Darktrace Managed Detection & Response (MDR). The service combines its best-in-class detection and response capabilities spanning across the enterprise, with the expertise of its global analyst team. This powerful combination augments internal security teams with AI-powered threat containment and expert alert management across Darktrace environments, allowing them to focus resources on more st...

Paxton Access, the international security technology manufacturer, has recently welcomed new additions to their Training team, to support the growing demand for installer training. Zehn Zzyrone has taken the role of Field Training Engineer, and Casey Cribbin has joined as Senior Product Trainer. Zzyrone and Cribbin will focus on introducing Paxton’s smart access control solutions to customers and assisting them in growing their security business. Wealth of experience Brian Bonser, Vice...

NDI, the plug-and-play connectivity standard, announced it has been named an official Crestron Integrated Partner. Crestron, a pioneering global provider of workplace collaboration technology, offers NDI support on the Crestron 1 Beyond line of broadcast-quality PTZ cameras and Automate VX multi-camera speaker tracking solution. These products are designed to bring equity and boost interactivity to meeting room applications, a critical use case for pro AV. The integration allows Crest...

VOSKER, a pioneering provider of cutting-edge surveillance solutions, is excited to announce the successful closing of USD $125 million in senior debt financing. The oversubscribed financing round marks a significant milestone for VOSKER, enabling the company to advantageously recapitalise its debt structure and strategically position itself for future growth initiatives. Danny Angers, Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer of VOSKER, expressed his enthusiasm about the financing, stating,...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, announces a significant upgrade to its HeatPro Bi-Spectrum Thermal cameras with the integration of VCA 3.0. This improvement introduces a range of advanced features designed to enhance performance, detection, and accuracy, further solidifying Hikvision’s commitment to providing innovative security solutions. This advancement w...

Userful Corporation, a provider of the renowned software-defined data visualisation platform, announced the appointment of Jeff Metcalf as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Userful’s executive team Mr. Metcalf brings over 20 years of finance and accounting experience to his new role as CFO, as well as extensive technology leadership experience. Prior to joining Userful, Mr. Metcalf held key finance leadership roles as VP of Finance and divisional CFO, working for Cal...

 Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology and research for over 25 years and uClockit, the provider of a cutting-edge cloud-based platform revolutionising HR and administrative management have partnered to humanise the approach that organisations have towards administering workforce management. Iris ID and uClockit realise that a high-quality workforce management user experience and organisational efficiency are not mutually exclusive. Together these two companies will de...