Mergers & Acquisitions - News

The ALSO UK Cloud Summit 2024 hosted a panel of security industry experts this month to explore the latest trends, developments and challenges in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity for cloud resellers and British SMEs. The expert panel looked at the importance of generative AI (GenAI) in the modern cloud landscape, revealing that 87% of organisations believe AI offers a competitive edge. 2024 has been a big year for generative AI (GenAI), specifically with the launch of Microso...

ELATEC Inc., a world pioneer in the development and manufacture of innovative RFID and mobile credential readers, announced that Chris Randall has joined ELATEC as senior business development outreach manager based in Scottsdale, Ariz. Chris brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in strategic planning, brand management, and lead generation within the security and technology sectors. In his new role, Randall will spearhead the company's go-to-market strategy, focusing on develop...

Westminster Security Group, a renowned name in private security, announces a strategic investment in Tratix, an innovative technology company based in Tel Aviv. Tratix, founded and led by seasoned entrepreneur - Sharon Rashty, specialises in cutting-edge solutions to help prevent cargo theft. With a distinguished background in Israeli Intelligence services and building early-stage startups, Sharon Rashty brings a wealth of experience to Tratix. Her expertise in tailing detection, counter-survei...

Cyberbit, a pioneer in hyper-realistic cybersecurity skill development and readiness, announced its win for Best Enterprise Security Solution at SC Awards Europe. This recognition underscores Cyberbit's commitment to addressing the global shortage of cybersecurity talent. Its innovative platform empowers organisations to significantly enhance the performance of their cyber defense teams. This translates directly to improved organisational preparedness and a stronger ability to effectively respo...

Secure email and file transfer provider Zivver has announced a new strategic partnership with data privacy consulting firm Lex Dinamica, specialising in data protection and AI end-to-end solutions and advisory.  Email security is one of the biggest challenges facing organisations now. The UK Government Cyber Security Breaches Survey found that 50% of businesses report having experienced a breach, with phishing emails identified as the most common mode of attac...

Secure Logiq and Ivideon are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing cooperation and delivering unparalleled video surveillance capabilities. Harnessing the strength of both companies, this partnership merges Secure Logiq’s advanced server technology with Ivideon's comprehensive cloud solutions, creating a hybrid approach that meets the dynamic needs of modern video surveillance. On-premises solutions With over 12 years of experience, Ivideon has emerged as a rapi...

Colt Technology Services, the digital infrastructure company, published its third Sustainability Report. The report tracks progress for Colt Group-comprising Colt Technology Services and Colt Data Centre Services-against targets set for the 12 months ending 31st December 2023 in the areas of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), and against longer-term targets to net zero. The past 12 months have seen Colt launch an ambitious new ESG strategy; secure the highest EcoVadis ra...

D-Fend Solutions, the pioneer in radio frequency (RF), cyber-based, non-kinetic, non-jamming, counter-drone takeover technology, announced the expansion of its U.S. team. In response to the rapid growth in demand for the organisation’s solutions, these additions to the company will support the continued advancement of its U.S. presence and operations from its Mclean, Virginia office. The company has appointed Gordon Kesting as Vice President, U.S. Sales and Business Development, and Glenn...

IDScan.net, a major provider of ID and identity verification software, is proud to welcome Dan Kelleher to its leadership team as the new Vice President of Operations. With an extensive background in finance and a proven track record of driving operational excellence during a thirty-year career at Hertz, Kelleher's appointment marks a significant milestone in IDScan.net's growth strategy. “Reducing the business impacts of identity theft and fraud has been a key challenge throughout my car...

Amthal Group Companies has welcomed over twenty new members to its team in the first half of 2024, demonstrating its commitment to growth, innovation and service excellence. The Group company, formed of Amthal Fire and Security (AFS) together with Integrated Protection Maintenance Services (IPL) has bolstered its team in both the office and engineering divisions, ensuring it can meet and exceed the expectations of its clients. New engineering teams Skilled professionals are essential to Amtha...

Award-winning manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is laying the foundation for growth by announcing the appointments of Tom Harding as Head of Digital and Hugo Parcell as Head of Brand and Creative.  Tom Harding joins the team as Head of Digital with an ambitious mission to develop new digital experiences for Gallagher’s customers, partners, and prospects. Before joining Gallagher, Tom served as co-founder and CEO of Mish Guru where he led market activities and grew the New York-b...

Members of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently approved several competency director and officer positions. After voting for recent director positions concluded on May 24th, Chair-elect Kevin Stone recommended two Competency Directors and requested Board approval on June 2nd. These director positions are selected based on their subject matter expertise and must be an owner, officer, or employee of an ESA Member in Good Standing. Each Competency Director shall serve for a two-year...

Yarden Gross, CEO and Co-founder of maritime technology start-up Orca AI champions the rapid – but responsible – deployment of smart, cost-effective digital tools to tackle climate challenges in the shipping industry. Leveraging machine learning and data insights, AI solutions are a vital front line in reducing fuel consumption and emissions. AI solutions "AI solutions are crucial for squeezing every last drop of efficiency out of the existing fleet amid increasing pressure to dec...

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...

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...

It is the launch of the International Maritime Cyber Security Organisation (IMCSO), an organisation that aims to raise the standard of cybersecurity risk assessment across the maritime industry. IMCSO The IMCSO has devised a certification programme for security consultants and a professional register, helping shipping organisations to confidently select experienced personnel. Alongside this, the IMCSO will also validate report outputs to ensure consistency with those reports then held on a ce...

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...

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’...

3DX-Ray has announced the sale of a significant quantity of Threat Scan®-LSC Systems to an unnamed military customer for use by their EOD units currently engaged in active service. The total value of the contract is more than £350k. Financial expectations 3DX-RAY LTD, CEO, Vincent Deery said, “We are delighted with this sale because, as a long-standing repeat customer operating in the harshest conditions, it represents faith in our company, products, and service." He went on...

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...

G4S, the global pioneer in security solutions, proudly announces an exclusive partnership with Australian safety technology company Duress.com. This collaboration aims to enhance the protection of frontline staff across multiple sectors, utilising Duress's cutting-edge wearable devices. This partnership is set to elevate safety standards and provide unparalleled support to workers facing increasing threats of violence and anti-social behaviour by connecting frontline staff and security off...

ASIS International, the organisation for security management professionals worldwide announced the appointment of William 'Bill' Tenney as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2024. Tenney brings close to 35 years of security leadership experience from both the public and private sectors to his new role heading the acclaimed global security association.  William 'Bill' Tenney As ASIS International’s CEO, Tenney will spearhead the organisation's strategic vision, workin...

Evolution, the integrated fire and security business, has appointed Lars Pedersen to the new position of Country Manager for the Nordics to establish a new regional presence and continue to build a dedicated local team. Lars Pedersen Lars joins from LenelS2, where he spent over 20 years in various senior roles, latterly as Regional Sales Director for Northern Europe based in Oslo. He is an Engineer by profession having worked in the security industry since 1987, building skills in project man...

AxxonSoft is excited to announce the release of an enhanced update to the video analytics package. This latest version introduces support for Nvidia's new Ada Lovelace microarchitecture graphics cards, significantly boosting the capabilities of the detection tools, including Neurotracker, Neurocounter, Pose Detection, PPE Detection, Fire Detection, and Smoke Detection. These advancements are designed to elevate the efficiency and performance of video analytics. Suite of new features In additi...

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,...

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...

Allegion Plc, a global security products and solutions provider, through one of its subsidiaries, has acquired Krieger Specialty Products LLC. Krieger Specialty Products Based in the Los Angeles, California, area, Krieger is a U.S. manufacturer of high-performance special-purpose doors and windows for industrial, commercial, and institutional markets. Krieger’s solutions include security, radio frequency, acoustical, forced entry, bullet, blast, and thermal applications, and they&...

G2E Asia and the Asian IR Expo – the key marketplace for the gaming, entertainment and integrated resorts sectors – hosted at The Venetian Macao, officially open their doors, expecting to welcome more than 8,000 industry professionals from 80 countries and regions. The joint event commences with a keynote address by Bill Miller, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association, followed by an opening ceremony featuring prominent industry pioneers. The day will also include a G2E...