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Convergint launches enterprise security risk management site assessment programme

In response to increasing physical and cybersecurity threats, Convergint–a pioneer in service-based systems integration–announced the launch of its Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) Site Assessment Programme for organisations including schools, hospitals, and government—among others. The programme aims to proactively and comprehensively address potential security risks and vulnerabilities for critical facilities nationwide, to ensure a safer environment. Converg...

Eagle Eye Networks launches V3 of its Video API Platform

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, launched V3 of the Eagle Eye Video API Platform, which is used by Eagle Eye developers, resellers, and technology partners worldwide. The new API is comprehensive, built for faster implementation of video applications by developers, and builds upon the API foundation of V1 and V2. Since its founding in 2012, Eagle Eye has been committed to an open platform with a comprehensive RESTful API accessible by all, and extensive camera s...

ISS unveils new analytic detectors with release of SecurOS® 11.6

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced the launch of three new analytic detectors – Fallen Person, Fighting and Fare Evasion – with the release of SecurOS® 11.6, the latest version of the renowned Video Intelligence Platform enables end users to manage video search and archiving alongside AI-powered video analytics in a single user interface. Here is a brief overview of each new detector, along with ot...

Allied Universal security professional - Christian LaCour honoured posthumously for heroism displayed during mass shooting

Christian LaCour, the Allied Universal® security professional who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting shoppers during a mass shooting in Allen, Texas, on May 6, 2023, is the recipient of the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award. The award will be accepted by his parents on September 10 at the 2023 Global Security Exchange Conference in Dallas. Bravery of Allied Security Guard An Allied Universal employee since December 2021, LaCour, age 20, was in the...

PKOC on a card demonstrated - Sentry Enterprises integrates the PKOC open credential on its SentryCard

On Wednesday, August 16, 2023, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) hosted a special interoperability event with seven companies involved in the access control market, demonstrating the emerging Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. The Interoperability Validation Testing was hosted at Convergint’s facility in Centennial, Colorado and featured products from ELATEC, Kastle Systems, JCI, Last Lock, rf IDEAS, SAFR Scan (RealNetworks), and Sentry Enterprises. PKO...

ASSA ABLOY brings safety and security to GSX 2023 with new, innovative opening solutions

ASSA ABLOY, the pioneer in access solutions, returns to the Global Security Exchange (GSX) to reconvene with the worldwide community of security professionals. Attendees can visit the ASSA ABLOY booth 3033 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Centre in Dallas, TX, from September 11-13, where the company will showcase its latest innovations for comprehensive door security and access control. Author's quote “Safety is at the top of our minds as we enter a new school year. We have an imp...

Integrity360 invests €8M in new Security Operations Centre and creates 200 jobs

Integrity360, one of the pioneering pan-European cyber security specialists, announces that it has invested €8 million in its new Security Operations Centre (SOC) facility in Dublin.  Based in the high-tech, fully secure Termini building in Sandyford, the new facility spans 16,000 square feet and comprises the SOC and seven customer suites, as well as a training and innovation centre. It is also equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and infrastructure, along with modern collabor...

Edge360 adds industry veterans to drive growth and expand revenue streams

Edge360, the company that delivers a comprehensive containerised video management solution, announced the appointment of two seasoned experts, Bill Hobbs and Chris Ritter.  As Senior Consultants for the Surveill VMS platform, both will leverage their extensive industry knowledge to amplify awareness, supercharge sales, and cultivate new revenue streams. Surveill VMS platform We are extremely pleased to welcome Bill and Chris to the Edge360 family" “We are extremely pleased to welc...

PSA launches Swell, a marketing agency dedicated to the security and AV industries

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, launched Swell, an integrated marketing agency to help security and AV integrators and technology partners access necessary strategic marketing expertise for a fraction of the cost of big, traditional agencies. “Marketing is about making waves in your industry and getting noticed by your ideal customers,” said Marissa Vacek, Swell Managing Director, adding “Making waves takes commit...

CyberArk unveils new Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence to combat attacker innovation with identity security innovation

CyberArk, the global identity security company, has announced details of its new Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence. Drawing upon years of utilising artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technology across the CyberArk Identity Security Platform, CyberArk is expanding R&D and product development resources to advance the use of generative AI to improve security for its more than 8,000 customers worldwide. AI-enabled threats According to the recently published Cybe...

ASIS International and Security Industry Association announce details for 2024 Security LeadHER Conference

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership associations for the security industry have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession. The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Women in the security “SIA...

Smarter Security introduces the new Door Detective SG with innovative Sidegate Detection® technology

Smarter Security is thrilled to announce the launch of the latest Door Detective model, the Door Detective SG, featuring groundbreaking Sidegate Detection® technology.  This next-gen addition to the Door Detective line is set to transform the landscape of access control and door security, offering enhanced capabilities that address the evolving needs of modern facilities. Door Detective SG "Smarter Security's new Door Detective SG brings an entirely new weapon to the Security Directo...

Nice North America completes convergence of ELAN®, SpeakerCraft®, and Panamax® Energy Management to deliver whole home solutions

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions announced the completed convergence of ELAN®, SpeakerCraft®, and Panamax® Energy Management to the Nice brand name. Integrated product ecosystem Since the company acquired Nortek Security & Control in 2021, Nice has been focused on executing its strategic plan to strengthen the company’s position as an industry pioneer in North America by converging its vast product portfolio under one unified brand. The mi...

Cureoscity introduces mobile-only tenant experience at 8 Bishopsgate

Cureoscity has developed an industry-pioneering super app that provides one of commercial real estate’s first mobile-only tenant experiences at London’s 8 Bishopsgate, the UK’s most sustainable speculative office tower.  Appointed a year prior to practical completion, Cureoscity collaborated with the building’s developers, Mitsubishi Estate London and Stanhope, and property managers, Savills, to understand the building’s core vision. Using the latest technolog...

Hines invests in digital ecosystem to enhance workplace experience, connectivity

Hines, the real estate investment, development, and property management firm, is embarking on an ambitious digital journey to unite the technology that connects property operations, amenities, services and building automation to enhance the workplace experience. Hines is investing in a new digital ecosystem that makes it easier to access buildings, amenities and experiences while generating more in-depth insights about building utilisation and client satisfaction. New Hines app Centering arou...

i-PRO introduces industry’s smallest compact dome cameras with powerful, affordable edge-AI

i-PRO Co. Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, announced 24 new compact dome camera models. The new models offer wider scene coverage, vandal resistance, powerful edge-based AI analytics, and flexible deployment options for every budget. AI analytic apps Available in 2MP and 4MP resolutions, the efficient designs deliver the smallest compact domes and the highest cyber security protection available. Small in size but big in capabilities, both...

Matrix is delighted to announce its participation at North Tech Symposium 2023, Jammu and Kashmir

Matrix is dedicated to pioneering intensive research to develop groundbreaking security and telecommunication solutions for both domestic and global contexts. During the North Tech Symposium 2023, Matrix will present its full array of customer-centric offerings and products within the Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom sectors.  Telecom offerings During the North Tech Symposium, Matrix is set to showcase its Telecom offerings, including Media Gateways such a...

Acre Security builds momentum In 2023 with robust adoption of cloud-enabled solutions and expansion in high-demand markets

Acre Security, a pioneer in providing state-of-the-art security systems, unveiled its robust growth trajectory in the first half of 2023, marked by a steady adoption of its cloud-based access control solutions, an expanding international reach, and continuous enhancement of its mobile solutions. Author's quote "The growing adoption of our cloud-enabled access control solutions underscores their effectiveness and the confidence our clients envision in our offerings,” said Don Joos, CEO of...

CIAS perimeter security manufacturer offers ideal solution for air traffic controllers

CIAS, an Italy-based manufacturer of perimeter security and safety systems (with operations in Miami, FL) has introduced a solution for the aviation industry, specifically air traffic controllers, to reduce or eliminate the high incidence of airport runway incursions. A runway incursion, as defined by the Federal Aviation Administration, is an incident that, while not causing fatalities, is described as a “near miss” by the journal, Business Traveler (May 15, 2023). The FA...

Network performance management vastly simplified by using AI and LiveAction

LiveAction, a pioneer in network performance visibility, announces that users can now leverage LiveWire in concert with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to better refine network operations. LiveWire will now allow users to easily export their network packet data for use in AIs to find patterns that human operators might otherwise miss.  Network monitoring produces huge amounts of data and for many organisations, it's difficult to use to its greatest potential. To make matters worse, users are...

InScope-AML and Regula partner to bolster anti-money laundering compliance across Europe and beyond

According to Regula’s survey, 65% of organisations worldwide use digital document verification as one of their main methods of identity checks. And 94% of those who haven’t yet, plan to employ digital document verification in the next year. Responding to this growing demand for reliable and frictionless online ID verification, Regula and InScope-AML are joining forces to offer businesses across Europe and Africa a comprehensive and trustworthy solution for KYC and AML compliance ma...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA acquires Kinetron

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA is pleased to announce it has acquired Kinetron, a pioneering specialist in motion-based energy harvesting systems for self-powered products, as part of its efforts to accelerate growth and continue its journey as a provider of digital access solutions. Author's quote “Kinetron is a strategic technological addition to the ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA division and will reinforce our offering in energy harvesting locking solutions that are energy ef...

Teledyne FLIR unveils industry-proven OGI solutions for oil & gas at SPE Offshore

Teledyne FLIR will use its appearance at SPE Offshore Europe 2023 (Aberdeen, UK, 5-8 September) to shine the spotlight on its comprehensive and industry-proven array of optical gas imaging (OGI) camera solutions for the oil and gas market. These advanced cameras help users to detect methane, sulphur hexafluoride and hundreds of other industrial gases quickly, accurately and safely, without shutting down systems. Teledyne FLIR OGI cameras can scan broad sections of equipment rapidly and detect l...

Vicon becomes security institute corporate partner

Vicon Industries is proud to announce its new corporate partnership with The Security Institute, the largest professional membership body for security professionals in the UK. As part of this partnership, Vicon will work closely with The Security Institute to promote the highest standards of security professionalism and provide its members with access to cutting-edge security solutions, technologies, and insight. Author's quote "We are thrilled to partner with The Security Institute, an organ...

Matrix Comsec confirms participation in the Intersec 2023, to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 3rd to 5th October 2023

Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security products at INTERSEC 2023, KSA. This event is scheduled from 3rd to 5th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2-C35, Riyadh International Convention And Exhibition Centre RICEC, Riyadh KSA. IP video surveillance solutions Matrix will unveil its cutting-edge IP video surveillance solutions at this exhibition, encompassing enterpri...

Ramtech's expands international reach with successful Australian launch

Global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has launched its WES3 Wireless Evacuation and Nurse Call System in Australia, expanding the firm’s international reach within a new territory.  The emergency system is paving the way for worker safety in construction sites, having already had successful drills with some of the country's pioneering contractors. WES3 system Through its territory partners, Ramtech has recently deployed its WES3 system at a Built construction project in P...

Climax introduces Hybrid Panel Lite, a wire and wireless smart home security gateway

Hybrid Panel Lite is a wire and wireless smart home security gateway with LTE capability. It provides a customisable and robust way to wire the whole alarm system. With Hybrid Panel Lite, users can accomplish a comprehensive solution for the Climax wired BUS security system in a breeze. BUS connectivity Hybrid Panel Lite’s BUS connectivity makes installation easier and the system more flexible, with shorter wiring lengths and more cost-effective product maintenance. With integration int...

MPs warn UK AI status at risk without new AI laws

MPs have warned that the Prime Minister’s global AI ambitions could be at risk unless new AI regulation laws are introduced in November. Failure to introduce new legislation in the King’s Speech on November 7th would postpone regulations from becoming law until 2025, which would see the UK “being left behind” the EU and other counterparts, according to the Commons Technology Committee. AI development The government has previously introduced several measures to cement t...

PKOC demonstrated for cards and mobile access

Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) hosted a special interoperability event with seven companies involved in the access control market, demonstrating the emerging Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. The Interoperability Validation Testing was hosted at Convergint’s facility in Centennial, Colorado and featured products from ELATEC, Kastle Systems, JCI, Last Lock, rf IDEAS, SAFR Scan (RealNetworks), and Sentry. PKOC specifications David Bunzel, PSIA Executive...

ASIS International announces its 2023 ASIS Awards of Excellence recipients

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals announced the 2023 class of recipients for its annual awards of excellence for organisations and individuals. The annual ASIS Awards of Excellence honour the important work and accomplishments of ASIS members worldwide. They are honoured not only for their accomplishments but also for setting standards for the industry to model across the globe.  Award recipient criteria “ASIS award rec...

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