Mergers & Acquisitions - News

Earthmoving solution expert, Komatsu, has combined Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernise its Smart Construction Edge solution, in partnership with technology giant Sony as part of the EarthBrain joint-venture across Komatsu, NTT Communications, Sony Semiconductor and Nomura Research Institute, to champion digitalisation and advancement in drone surveying processes. The innovative Edge solution is a unique device that works to enable both experts and beginners to perform accurate drone surve...

AMAG Technology is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Meiter as AMAG Technology's Vice President of Global Business Development for Video Solutions. This new role underscores the organisation’s continued expansion support to its entire technology suite. Chris Meiter comes from Salient Systems, which is a decade-long strategic video partner of AMAG Technology. The appointment of Chris to this new position is a strategic win for both AMAG Technology and Salient Systems, offering e...

Global Table Games and Game Protection Conference, industry pioneers shed light on persistent security challenges and missed revenue opportunities facing casinos, while unveiling new facial intelligence solutions designed to tackle these issues head-on. Casinos have long struggled with the high costs of inaccuracies in current facial recognition systems, where false positives and negatives can waste significant time and resources. Advanced facial intelligence Reliance on manual identification...

ASIS International (ASIS) and the International Protective Security Board (IPSB) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote collaboration and information-sharing between the two organisations. This partnership aims to foster the growth of the security industry and the executive protection community. MOU outline The MOU outlines the purpose of the agreement, which is to facilitate mutual cooperation and the exchange of knowledge and resources between ASIS and IPSB....

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, has announced a strategic partnership with Chubb China, signaling growth and expansion in the region.   The announcement came as part of the New Zealand-China Business Partnerships Ceremony in Guangzhou on November 7. Seven other New Zealand companies joined Gallagher to signal new cooperation agreements between the companies and their Chinese counterparts.   Projects and product launches The event was at...

Allied Universal®,  the world’s major security and facility services company, announced the launch of its new Workforce Solution Services business unit. Workforce Solution Services Workforce Solution Services provides a wide range of premium staffing solutions – including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary to companies nationwide across diverse industries. It replaces Allied Universal’s 30-year-old Peoplemark brand. As the third largest private employer in North Am...

Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the appointment of Oliver Newbury to its Board of Directors. Newbury brings a wealth of experience and insights as a global cybersecurity executive and advisor for some of the largest multinational enterprises.  Oliver Newbury Oliver Newbury’s guidance will help inform Immersive Labs’ business strategy and innovation. The company, whose mission is to give workforces the human edge over cyber threat...

Verkada, the pioneer in cloud-based physical security announced that it has added six new technology partners to its Integrations programme: Appriss Retail, Auror, Axon Evidence, CompScience, Extreme Networks, and RedBag.  This expanded range of supported integrations will empower Verkada customers across a range of verticals, including retail, law enforcement, manufacturing, and education, to address even more use cases with Verkada's platform and solutions. Verkada's Integrations progra...

Wavelynx Technologies, a trailblazer in advanced, secure, and versatile reader and credential solutions, announced the launch of its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operations, appointing Vishal Khullar, Director of Business Development, as Head of the region. Wavelynx's secure and interoperable access control solutions enable businesses to modernise their authentication technology at a pace that suits their needs. Tailored access control solutions "At Wavelynx, we're committed to providi...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced it has acquired IXLA, an Italian manufacturer of advanced laser and colour personalisation systems for cards and passports. The addition of IXLA expands HID’s card and passport personalisation portfolio, particularly in European markets and emerging economies. Document personalisation solutions “Welcoming IXLA into the HID family demonstrates our commitment to providing convenient and efficient document personal...

Vismo, the tier-one provider of location tracking and risk management solutions, and International SOS, a global provider of medical and travel security services, celebrate the 10th anniversary of their partnership this year. The milestone coincided with the arrival of Hurricane Helene in September and Hurricane Milton in October, when the companies provided their clients’ employees - users of the Vismo Locate & Protect App - with intelligence updates, including special advisories, t...

Persistent cyber threats, rapidly changing technology, and the growing array of regulations have heightened the need for alignment between cybersecurity and compliance management. In its annual Digital Defence Report, Microsoft has sounded the alarm on the escalating number of cyberattacks with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware attacks year-on-year and tech scams rising by 400% since 2022. Level of sophistication “In the world of business, you’ll inevitably hear about the many wa...

The Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) 2024 recently concluded in Barcelona, bringing together experts, innovators, and city pioneers from around the world to explore the future of urban transformation. Dahua Technology took centre stage with its comprehensive lineup of smart city solutions under the theme “Together For A Sustainable Future”, demonstrating how advanced AI, IoT, and big data technologies are driving more sustainable, efficient urban environments. AIoT-powered so...

ABUS returns to the Safety & Health Expo 2024 to launch its brand-new range of personal protective equipment (PPE), reinforcing its commitment to workplace safety and security. Known for its world-class industrial padlocks, lockout/tagout systems, and key management solutions, ABUS is expanding its product offering to include PPE, addressing the critical need for comprehensive safety measures in the workplace. New PPE line Visitors to stand SH1800 will be able to preview the new PPE line...

LearnPro Group, supported by Apiary Capital, is excited to announce the acquisition of Infographics UK Ltd., enhancing the portfolio through the addition of the market-pioneering FireWatch, FloSuite and Prevent + Protect products. This move complements their existing software offerings, including XVR Simulation, pdrPro, and learnPro. The acquisition of Infographics further demonstrates LearnPro Group’s position as a pioneering software provider to the global emergency services and critica...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) mounted a series of coordinated, surprise operations across England to tackle suspected security licence fraud, labour exploitation and immigration offences. SIA investigators launched the day of action on 31 October in partnership with Home Office Immigration Enforcement targeting 11 locations spanning the length and breadth of the country. Section 22 of PSIA Two people were arrested by Home Office Immigration Enforcement (HOIE) officers for ov...

ProofID, a pioneering identity security specialist and Midships, a pioneering Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) and Fraud Prevention consultancy announced that they have formed a strategic collaboration to provide best in class Ping Identity Services worldwide. The collaboration brings together two of the pioneering Ping Identity partners, enabling comprehensive identity solutions spanning the Ping Identity stack - from architecture and deployment to ongoing managed services. Ad...

A Midland entrepreneur is in pole position after teaming up with the dementia charity founded by his motor racing idol. David Ogden, CEO and Founder of The Key Safe Company, has joined forces with Race Against Dementia, the charity Sir Jackie Stewert set up after his wife Helen was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The Worcester-based company will donate to the charity five percent from every ark Tamo key safe it sells on a newly-created webpage. Key Safe has helped to transform social ca...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) had the distinct honour to recognise the exceptional contributions of longtime volunteer and pioneer Sascha Kylau, Vice President of Sales, OneTel Security, LLC. with the presentation of the 2024 Stanley C. Lott Memorial Award. TMA President - Steve Butkovich presented the much respected and esteemed volunteer with the award, TMA’s highest honour, at the 2024 TMA Annual Meeting on Oct. 9th in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Greatest contributors “...

Verkada, the pioneer in cloud-based physical security announced the appointment of Marc Peston as General Manager of Northern Europe. Peston will lead Verkada's go-to-market and sales operations in Benelux, the Nordics, and the Baltics. Cloud-based physical security "Demand is growing worldwide for Verkada's easy-to-use, cloud-based physical security solutions. In Europe, our bookings have grown more than 360% in just the past year," said Eric Salava, Chief Revenue Officer at V...

Alertro Ltd., a global pioneer in Early Warning and Public Alerts Systems (PWS), is excited to announce the launch of its newest innovation, SMART Travel, designed to enhance traveller safety and security around the world. SMART Travel is a cutting-edge system offering real-time alerts, personalised warnings, and actionable guidance, ensuring that travellers stay informed and protected while on the move. Severity of critical events 2023 set a new record with a 66 billion-dollar cost due to n...

Sparsh CCTV, a pioneer in innovative security solutions, and Cron AI, a pioneer in deep learning-based 3D perception technology, are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership designed to redefine video surveillance, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and infrastructure automation. By integrating edge computing, LiDAR, 3D perception, and camera technologies, this collaboration aims to advance safety, efficiency, and automation in transportation hubs, smart cities, border security, mob...

NAKIVO, a pioneering provider of backup and disaster recovery solutions, proudly announces the release of NAKIVO Backup & Replication v11. This landmark release introduces the most extensive set of features to date. Designed to address modern data protection needs, v11 introduces capabilities that improve backup flexibility, security, and usability. Agentless backup for Proxmox VE Proxmox VE has become a mainstream virtualisation solution, offering the flexibility, scalability, and afford...

Texecom, a pioneer in innovative professional security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Mountfield as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st November 2024. With over two years of dedicated service as Chief Revenue Officer, David has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a strong vision for Texecom’s future. His experience in strategic development and commitment to quality aligns seamlessly with the company’s core values. Innovate and deliver solutio...

Lloyd’s List has been the trusted source for news and intelligence about the global shipping industry for nearly 300 years. Now its award-winning journalism and expert analysis are available instantly, anywhere, with the launch of the new Lloyd’s List App.  Available on the App Store for iOS users and Google Play store for Android devices, the new Lloyd’s List App has a suite of customisable features to keep users connected to the trends, issues and events that matter in...

As of November 1, 2024, Hendrik Rawe (34) has assumed the position of head of the “INTERSCHUTZ, LIGNA, parts2clean, and SurfaceTechnology GERMANY” department within the “Trade Fair & Product Management” division at Deutsche Messe. He reports to Arno Reich, Senior Vice President of the “Trade Fair & Product Management” division at Deutsche Messe. The individual trade fair project managers, and thus the technical leadership of the teams, remain with the...

ARuVR, a multi-award winning AI-powered Extended Reality (XR) and Spatial Computing learning omni-platform, is delighted to announce its strategic partnership with VR Expert, a pioneering provider of VR and AR hardware and services in Europe. This collaboration will bring enhanced XR (Extended Reality) tools and solutions to enterprises, enabling businesses to unlock the full potential of virtual reality (VR) in their training, education, and development programmes. ARuVR's learning platform...

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank announced it has provided a $50 million growth capital facility to Bugcrowd, a provider of crowdsourced cybersecurity solutions. Bugcrowd brings the collective ingenuity of organisations and hackers to mitigate vulnerabilities across all applications, systems, and infrastructure. Provided by SVB’s Enterprise Software Group, the new financing will further scale Bugcrowd’s AI-powered platform globally, fund continued in...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. reveals the core specifications for its highly anticipated next-generation wheeled robot, ROAMEO™ Generation 4 (Gen 4). After years of development, this mobile robot is scheduled for customer demonstrations beginning in March 2025. This next-generation autonomous security robot is poised to finally fill a long-needed solution in the security and facility management industries: a...

Proofpoint Inc., a cybersecurity and compliance company announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Normalyze, a Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). The acquisition is expected to close in November 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. With this acquisition, Proofpoint will further enhance its human-centric security platform with Normalyze’s AI-powered DSPM technology, allowing organisations to discover, classify and protect data at sc...