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HID, the worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, and Olea Kiosks®, a visionary provider of self-service kiosk solutions, announced a new collaborative engagement that revolutionises the user experience when it comes to access control and user authentication across a range of applications. WHAT: Industries from healthcare, hospitality and retail to banking, government, transportation and beyond are primed to empower people with unsurpassed levels of security and user convenience w...

Barracuda Networks, Inc., a trusted partner and pioneering provider of cloud-first security solutions, published its Cybernomics 101 report, which examines the financial forces and profit motives behind cyberattacks. The new report reveals the average annual cost of responding to compromises exceeded $5 million. The report also raises the alarm over hackers exploring how they can use generative AI (GenAI) technology to increase the volume, sophistication, and effectiveness of their attacks. 50%...

The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced it has approved the Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) NFC Card Specification-Version 1.1. The PSIA has been working with a broad group of industry pioneers in the card, reader, and access control industries to come up with this specification, which is likely to have a significant influence on the future of secure credentials.  Simple with asymmetric encryption Mohammad Soleimani, the Chief Innovation Officer of Kastle Syste...

Barrier1 Systems, the industry pioneer in perimeter-hardening security and safety solutions, is showcasing a range of its crash-rated vehicle barrier solutions and high-security gates at FENCETECH 2024, in booth #526, from January 24-26, 2024, in Nashville. The company’s team of vehicle barrier experts will be on hand to engage traditional fence resellers and installers on the multitude of new and emerging business opportunities provided by perimeter-hardening, vehicle barrier systems. V...

Logpoint has announced the release of Logpoint Business-Critical Security (BCS) for SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), a threat detection and monitoring solution for applications built and managed on the SAP BTP platform. Logpoint BCS for SAP BTB offers extensive threat visibility, which helps secure the platform against malicious activities. SAP BTP is a set of integrated services and tools that facilitate application development, deployment, and management. It offers database a...

CES tends to have something for everyone, spanning tiny gadgets to large industrial machinery. While AI dominated this year’s iteration of the show, there were also plenty of announcements around wireless, IoT and connected cars. The IoT Infrastructure Pavilion seemed to have grown a bit from last year and garnered significant attendance. The breadth of the show has for some vendors made it an even more central platform than the mobile-centric event MWC. As per usual, they spent most of...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is displaying a wide array of its award-winning key control products at Intersec Dubai 2024, January 16-18, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, UAE. Members of Morse Middle East will also be on hand at stand S2-E09 to demonstrate these solutions and the critical need for enhanced asset security and efficiency in the local markets. Innovative security solutions “The explosion of growth we are...

Iris ID Systems, Inc., a global pioneer in iris recognition technology is at the forefront of accelerating multi-modal iris and face biometric adoption in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding Middle Eastern countries. Since 2013, Iris ID has pioneered its advanced identity authentication solutions with deployments at major Middle East airports and numerous government and commercial entities. Iris ID, celebrating twenty-five plus years, has a suite of new hardware and software products ready...

Taglio, the globally renowned independent provider of smart card technologies, has announced that it has joined the PSIA. The company, based in Austin, Texas, was established in 2012, and its products and services have been integrated with many millions of smart cards, devices, and mobile phones worldwide. Physical access “Working with our OEM partners, Taglio’s products are deployed in identity and logical access projects, both large and small,” said GW Habraken, Co-Founder...

OliverIQ announces its official launch at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, with the debut of its groundbreaking Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform. This launch heralds a new era in the smart home by offering a subscription model with unlimited support and a user-friendly app for control and real automation of the most popular smart home devices. Partnering with national and global service providers, OliverIQ aims to scale its SHaaS platform rapidly, offering comprehensive product...

Senstar, a provider of sensing and information management solutions for the protection of critical infrastructure, announces it has received additional LenelS2 factory certification as part of its long-standing membership in the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). Perimeter intrusion sensors Senstar's vast array of perimeter intrusion detection sensors, including FlexZone®, FiberPatrol® FP1150, FiberPatrol® FP400, Senstar LM100, OmniTrax®, UltraWave™, UltraLink&tr...

Suprema, a pioneer in access control solutions, proudly announces the addition of Travis Sizer as its new Field Sales Engineer.  With a rich history in the security industry since 1999, Travis brings a wealth of experience to his new role at Suprema. His appointment is a strategic move by Suprema to fortify and extend its influence in the US market.   Utilising cutting-edge technologies On his enthusiasm for joining Suprema, Travis Sizer commented, “Suprema is a glob...

Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2024. Teams will become more united In 2024, organisations will look to optimise collaboration between IT and physical security teams. Bridging these two valuable skill sets will result in more effective risk mitigation and data optimisation across the business. Physical security pioneers...

SALTO is excited to launch the DBolt Touch smart deadbolt. The SALTO DBolt Touch offers a retrofit and smart locking solution for upgrading mechanical deadbolt locks in the multi-family residential market. The DBolt Touch implements the latest technology and the top level of functionality that multi-family housing residents, operators, and access managers desire and have been eagerly anticipating. SALTO’s advanced technologies Packed with all of SALTO’s most advanced technologies...

Johnson Controls’ release of the Metasys 13 system creates scalable upgrade paths for customers with legacy system components. The world-class Metasys interface, uniquely designed to maximise building operator efficiency by displaying the most relevant information to quickly and concisely troubleshoot a system, is now available on the Metasys SNx series network engines and is accessible through any client device type (phone, tablet, PC). Key features Additional key features of this relea...

Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I Subscriber, comments: “Home Alone’s protagonist Kevin McAllister was incredibly imaginative in the 1990 film, strategically creating icy stairs and hot doorknobs to dissuade the home intruders. However, in 2023 there would be no need for Kevin’s elaborate plan as his home security system would do most of the deterring. There are a few simpler ways you could stop intruders such as Harry and Marv this Christmas.&rdqu...

Videx Security has introduced a new standard feature for its popular IP IPURE range, making it more versatile and accessible. Videx Security has integrated an induction coil for hearing aid users into all its IPURE videophones, video monitors, and audio phones at no additional cost to customers. This innovative addition ensures that conversations through their intercom systems are crystal-clear for hearing aid users when their device is set to the T (telecoil) position. Empowering communi...

Telaeris, Inc., a major provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces its new XPressEntry Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) Emergency Evacuation Mustering with HID’s Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacons and Gateways. XPressEntry RTLS Emergency Mustering adds an automatic method to quickly account for workers and visitors in an emergency evacuation at designated assembly areas/muster points and helps provide first responders with a precise, last known l...

LenelS2 has partnered with SALTO Systems to integrate OnGuard®, their comprehensive and flexible security solution, with SALTO’s smart locking product portfolio for an enhanced physical access control security platform.  Powerful security solution "We are excited about the technology partnership between LenelS2 and SALTO," said Patrick Heylen, System Integrator Partner Program Global Manager, SALTO Systems. He adds, "This partnership combines the advanced security and smart acc...

Fime France has become the first European lab and the third worldwide to be accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for biometric testing (NVLAP Lab Code 600365-0). Quality and reliability With this accreditation, Fime can help biometric solution providers demonstrate the quality and reliability of their solutions. It will also support solution buyers, integrators, and platform brand owners to evalu...

Nedap, a global pioneer in security solutions announced the launch of a SaaS access control system that brings convenience and security together in one solution.  Access AtWork® meets the needs of companies looking to replace their outdated on-premises systems with modern and easy-to-use software that provides better insights with less effort and smaller investment.  Managing physical access Complementary solutions in access control for organisations of all sizes: With 46 years...

Cyberbit, a provider of the world's cybersecurity skills development and readiness platform, announced that it has been named a Pioneer in 'The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023'. Forrester evaluated nine vendors for their Current Offering, Strategy, and Market Presence, and Cyberbit achieved the highest score, above all other vendors, in the current offering and strategy categories. Evaluation criteria Forrester scored the vendors in 21 criteria for...

Safetrust, a global provider of secure virtual credential solutions announced the integration of an employee badge in Apple Wallet. This integration empowers businesses to seamlessly incorporate employee badges into Apple Wallet, providing a secure and efficient way to access buildings, elevators, and other amenities without traditional physical badges. Open data model Unlike other solutions, Safetrust's approach is built on an open data model, enabling customers to employ credentials across...

Honeywell plans to enhance and strengthen its building automation capabilities with the acquisition of Carrier Global Corporation’s Global Access Solutions business for $4.95 billion, in an all-cash transaction. The acquisition, which includes both hardware and software solutions, further supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to align its portfolio to three compelling megatrends: automation, the future of aviation, and energy transition, underpinned by robust digitalis...

The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) released a PKOC explainer video to its site. This video is less than a minute long and demonstrates how the PSIA’s PKOC specification works and will disrupt the access control market. PKOC specification David Bunzel, PSIA Executive Director, shared, “We are seeing significant uptake in the market with a growing number of vendors adding PKOC to access readers. We recognised the need to provide some tools so that c...

The Security & Fire Excellence Awards took centre stage on 4th December 2023 at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London, UK, with over 1000 people in attendance representing the UK private security sector.   Marking its 24th year, these well-respected Awards celebrate the very best people, projects, and processes the security and fire sectors have to offer.  New categories A significant number of NSI-approved companies from across the UK emerged as both winners...

Temu, the most downloaded new shopping app in the world, introduced two-factor authentication (2FA) to enhance the security of its website and mobile apps, the latest measure taken by the Boston-based online marketplace to protect consumers and deter fraud. Two-factor authentication Temu joins other major e-commerce platforms and payment gateways to implement 2FA, which is increasingly viewed as a necessary component of robust cybersecurity. It adds a layer of security beyond just a...

Zimperium, the only mobile-first security platform for mobile devices and mobile apps announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview. Zimperium was selected based on their proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies, willingness to explore and provide feedback on cutting-edge functionality, and close relationship with Microsoft. Mobile endpoints and applications Zimperium is committed to securing mobile-powered businesses and protecting mobile...

Codelocks is celebrating two years since its successful European expansion, providing access control solutions across the continent. In that time, Codelocks has completed projects with organisations of all sizes from solar-powered electric bike ports to storage solutions for some of Europe’s largest supermarket chains. Codelocks established its European operation in 2021 to meet customer demand and offer enhanced delivery and distribution. Its first strategic milestone was hiring Europea...

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity and data security, has been positioned by Gartner® as a Challenger in the Magic Quadrant™ for Access Management for its offering, the Entrust Identity as a Service IAM solution. The evaluation was based on specific criteria that analysed the company’s overall completeness of vision and ability to execute. Entrust was one of just 11 providers placed in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Access Management. Robust first line of defence “T...