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Black Kite, the pioneer in third-party cyber risk intelligence, announced that it has integrated the European Union (EU) Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) framework into the Black Kite Platform. The regulations, which go into effect on January 17, 2025, are designed to improve resilience and cybersecurity posture in organisations operating in the financial sector. Third-party data breaches The financial industry is one of the most highly targeted industries for cyber attacks due to t...

15th Real Estate Development Summit Saudi Arabia: Europe Edition recently concluded on the 4th and 5th of July in Palau de Congressos, Palma de Mallorca – Spain. Aptly themed: Connecting beyond boundaries, this edition brought over 350 decision-makers together representing top projects in Saudi Arabia and a global pool of some of the most sought-after solutions. Expert insights The summit began on a very high note with the legendary, Sir Peter Cook, Director – Cook Belacevic Haffn...

Exercise Baltic Mule was a joint UK and Poland-led exercise to reduce the cyber vulnerabilities of frontline military activity and ensure protection against future threats. The exercise helped to improve frontline units’ ability to withstand cyberattacks and continue their missions even when facing sophisticated cyber threats.   Cyber mission assurance International participants gathered in Poland for the exercise including from Canada, Estonia, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland,...

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has announced that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will deploy its data-driven sustainability solution – Energy Expert – to help measure and analyse the electricity consumption at the competition venues of the forthcoming Olympic Games Paris 2024 ('Paris 2024'). Cloud-based platform By migrating the intelligence related to the power consumption and demand of the competition venues to the clo...

WHAT: Allied Universal®, North America’s pioneering security and facility services company, is filling 200 event staff positions for the Denver Metro and Colorado Springs area. The positions are responsible for collecting tickets; welcoming and ushering guests; directing foot traffic; ensuring the cleanliness, operational efficiency and maintenance of designated areas; and providing superior customer service. Veterans are encouraged to apply Flexible schedules Competitive, weekly...

Own Company, the industry pioneer for SaaS data protection and activation, strengthens its commitment to US government agencies with FedRAMP-authorised backup and recovery solution for ServiceNow. Own’s backup and recovery solution for ServiceNow, Own Recover, is now a FedRAMP-authorised data protection solution. In recent years, U.S. government agencies have made significant strides in modernising and adopting Software as a Service (SaaS) applications to enhance their efficiency and serv...

Acronis, a global pioneer in cybersecurity and data protection, is pleased to announce that its flagship product, Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office, is reverting to its original name, Acronis True Image, with the new version release. Performance and cybersecurity Users across the globe can experience the latest release of Acronis True Image, featuring enhanced performance and cybersecurity capabilities to meet today’s cybersecurity challenges.   Introduced in 2003, Acronis Tru...

Ontic, a software provider delivering Connected Intelligence to unify how corporate security professionals manage threats, mitigate risks, and strengthen businesses, announced a significant expansion of its Integrated Research and Incidents, Investigations, and Case Management products. From incident to investigation, the purpose-built solutions automate, centralise, and streamline workflows, giving corporate security professionals greater speed, efficiency, and connected intell...

In a landmark achievement to strengthen European security, CNS Solutions & Support, as a member of the Frequentis Group, has announced the completion of the CBRN Reconnaissance and Surveillance System (RSS). In response to evolving threats, the Frequentis Group has developed an innovative data fusion cell (DFC) to integrate sensor and uncrewed systems data, through its incident crisis management (ICM) technology. Innovative data fusion cell (DFC) The DFC serves as a centralised hub, seaml...

Asia’s largest rail network, Indian Railways, is using an IDIS video solution integrated with facial recognition as part of an ambitious, multi-phase technology upgrade targeting significant growth.  Modernising Indian railways With around 14,000 trains operating on 65,000 miles of track, Indian Railways carries an estimated 9.5 million passengers daily and is modernising its systems as it looks to handle up to 40% of global rail activity by 2050. Following a competitive tende...

Supporting site safety ahead of the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced its innovative WES3 system has been selected for three key construction projects. Working closely with its regional partner, EUROFEU, Ramtech has supplied its EN54-25 compliant WES3 wireless fire and evacuation system for the Olympic and Paralympic Village, the Adidas Arena and the Aquatics Centre, delivering enhanced worker safety during tempor...

Invicti, the pioneering provider of application security testing solutions, announced Invicti API Security, merging comprehensive API discovery with proactive security testing into a single solution. The growth of service-based architectures has driven an explosion in APIs, creating yet another expanding attack surface for security teams to address. As development teams embrace the productivity benefits of AI code assistants, API creation accelerates further. But while AI code assistants are bo...

An industry pioneer in the application of radar technology for security surveillance, 360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, hybrid, radar, and thermal imaging cameras, is at the forefront of cost-effective radar technology suitable for a broad spectrum of high-security monitoring applications. Radar technology is often thought to be exclusive to the realms of high-budget security installations. However, spearheading the latest developments in cost-effective combined rada...

Whilst the transformative capabilities of AI have captured the global consciousness, the sustainability of its usage is one such topic that has been slow to attract attention. Due to the intense computational power needed to run and train AI models, the energy consumption of these computers is immense, with one study by Cornell University showing that training some models, such as GPT-3, burned up to 500 metric tons of CO2, comparable to a coal power plant running for 10 hours. AI-powered ph...

Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler announced the closing of its $12.5M funding round. With this new funding, the company will enable European Service Providers and Companies to take back full independence and control over their data, infrastructures, and costs. Data security challenges More than 180 billion Terabytes of data will be produced in 2025, and 75% of this will be created and processed at the edge. This explosive growth raises data orchestration complexity, cybe...

A number of key improvements to the online engineering tools provided by NSK, a pioneer in motion control solutions, serve to boost the work efficiency of customers. For instance, easy-to-use tools such as NSK Online Catalogue, Technical Calculations and 2D/3D CAD Data (all previously independent) are now linked. Design engineers can therefore select bearings, confirm specifications and download CAD data as part of a one-stop solution. In another improvement, a new function in Technical Calcul...

The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alaster Purchase as its new Chief Operating Officer. Richard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive, stated, “I am very excited to welcome Alaster to our senior management team. His appointment underscores our continued commitment to upholding the gold standard in security and fire safety certification.”  Alaster Purchase Recently, as Chief Operating Officer for GS1 UK, and latterly as Corporate Marketi...

Many airports have been affected by the 100ml liquid limitation being reimposed for some 3D X-ray screening equipment, requiring passengers to remove any liquid, gel, or aerosol above 100ml from their bags and have it screened separately. X-ray screener training Airport security personnel play a crucial role in safeguarding passengers and preventing potential terrorist threats, and given that the world is entering peak summer travel season, with ever-increasing threats from around the world, i...

The New Dice has announced significant growth in the first half of 2024. This surge is attributed to the company's laser focus on its core mission-critical platform and its ability to cater to the growing demand for advanced technologies in the alarm monitoring centre environment.  Presence awareness Dice's innovative approach includes the introduction of presence awareness. This feature creates customisable "areas of interest" that transform any camera or IoT device into a potential ala...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce that ZeroNow has welcomed RAD as an Industry Partner in its quest to bring the number of victims of school violence to zero. RAD delivers cost-effective artificial intelligence-based security solutions that can help schools improve safety and efficiency. RAD technology augments the capabilities of staff to provide higher levels of situational awareness at a low cost,...

Matrix, a pioneering OEM manufacturer specialising in Security Solutions, has joined hands with Magtech Security Systems (P) Ltd to deliver state-of-the-art physical security solutions. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance security infrastructure and provide unparalleled safety measures for businesses and enterprises. Through this integration, Matrix leverages its expertise in advanced security solutions to seamlessly integrate with Magtech’s entrance access security systems, offe...

Automated operation is a key function for expanding rail capacity and strengthening the performance of railways. Working together with S-Bahn Berlin, Siemens Mobility has installed and will be testing an obstacle detection system – a key technology component for enabling fully automated driving – for the first time during regular daily operation.  The project’s goal is to thoroughly evaluate the performance of the new obstacle detection system during daily operation in va...

For a variety of malicious threat actors operating in and out of cyberspace, prominent events with large audiences, such as sporting events and elections, are prime targets for attack. Cyberthreats to Paris With the Paris Olympics approaching, WithSecure™ (formerly F-Secure Business) has issued an evaluation report, "Olympics – Cyber Threats to Paris 2024", to alert businesses, organisations, and the general public to the cyber threats facing the Paris 2024 Olympics.  This r...

Ajax Systems is proud to announce its victory at the PSI Premier Awards 2024. The company's KeyPad TouchScreen Jeweller device has been named the winner in the Access Control Product of the Year category. The PSI Premier Awards, organised annually by PSI Magazine, a top professional security media outlet in the UK, celebrate the pioneering technologies and businesses in the security sector. Winners are selected by security installers and systems integrators through votes on the PSI website. DE...

LenelS2, a global pioneer in advanced physical security solutions, has announced the launch of OnGuard® Cloud, a managed service leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver the feature-rich OnGuard access control system in the cloud.  OnGuard Cloud allows organisations to focus on their security operations by eliminating the IT burden of managing and maintaining their OnGuard software and servers, all while maintaining control over their unique environment configurations. Lene...

An ideal manufacturing workshop features continuous monitoring of all machines and processes, offering a comprehensive view of the production line. This visualisation transforms complex data into easy-to-understand visuals, enabling quicker decision-making and proactive issue resolution. With full visibility, businesses can gain deeper insights into their operations, streamline processes, and enhance overall productivity.  Production efficiency Here are three ways production line visuali...

Exein, the embedded IoT cybersecurity company, has raised €15m in a Series B round. The round was led by 33N, a specialised investor in cybersecurity and infrastructure software, and joined by Partech.  Global expansion The round also saw continued support from existing investors United Ventures, eCAPITAL, and Future Industry Ventures (a Redstone/SBI fund). The fresh capital will drive Exein’s ambitious global expansion plans across Europe, the US as well as Asia where a new...

Allied Universal®, the pioneering provider of security solutions for the government sector, has released a 2024 special report titled Physical Security During an Election: Expect the Unexpected and Prepare for it All.  The report utilises intelligence and experience to identify potential physical security threats that could impact the safety and operations of businesses and their assets in the U.S. during a presidential election. Risk of violence “A partisan environment is see...

Luxury travel safari experts at Discover Africa have announced the launch of HerdTracker, a groundbreaking AI-powered app designed to predict the movements of the Great Migration in East Africa up to 12 months in advance. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques, HerdTracker is set to transform wildlife tracking and safari planning.  HerdTracker HerdTracker offers an unparalleled experience for both travelers planning their dream safari and wildlife enthusiasts keen to fo...

Gillingham Football Club is excited to welcome Hochiki Europe as its new Rainham End Sponsor. The agreement will see the Rainham End at Priestfield Stadium renamed ‘The Rainham End in partnership with Hochiki’ until the end of the 2026/27 season.  Commercial fire detection Hochiki, whose European head office and manufacturing plant was established over 30 years ago in Gillingham, has been a world-class pioneer in the production of commercial fire detection and emergency lighti...