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Proofpoint and CyberArk enhance identity security

Proofpoint, Inc., a pioneering cybersecurity and compliance company, and CyberArk, the identity security company, announced an extended strategic collaboration, working together to help organisations around the world secure identities everywhere. Supporting this joint aim, the expanded partnership includes the launch of new integrations and solutions to address critical cyber challenges. Securing Identities Digital transformation and the cloud have altered infrastructures, while mobile t...

Zerto and IDC survey: Backup failures cause data loss globally

Zerto, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, recently commissioned IDC to conduct a major ransomware and disaster preparedness survey, which revealed the extent to which backup-related issues are currently failing organisations across the globe. These backup-related issues are currently the number one cause of data loss —responsible for 32% of incidents — despite the fact that backup and recovery was cited as the number one priority for IT software investment this year.  Data...

Discover AtlasIED's IntelliSee and Singlewire at GSX 2024

AtlasIED and Singlewire Software, recognised pioneers in the security industry, will exhibit jointly at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 in Orlando, FL, from September 23-25.  The companies will showcase their award-winning security technology solutions, including IntelliSee, IPX endpoints, InformaCast, and Visitor Aware, at booth #1848. GSX attendees will witness firsthand the power of these solutions through a formal demonstration of their integrations. Security and safety “I...

Matrix to showcase IP video surveillance at MSP India Summit

Matrix, a pioneering provider of advanced security and telecom solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation in the MSP India Summit, scheduled for September 13th at HOLIDAY INN, AEROCITY, NEW DELHI. This esteemed event will offer Matrix an opportunity to showcase its cutting-edge solutions in IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom technologies.  Security and communication At the MSP India Summit 2024, Matrix will present its extensive security portfol...

Alcatraz AI unveils Rock X at GSX 2024

Alcatraz AI, a global provider of frictionless, AI-powered biometric access control technology revolutionising security through facial authentication, is excited to announce their attendance at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 from September 23rd-25th in Orlando, FL. While at the conference, Alcatraz AI will present its latest biometric access control end-to-end technology, Rock X, at its booth (#3000). For the first time, Alcatraz AI will be showcasing the system’s discreet,...

TeamViewer: Boosting UK business with technology connectivity

Research released shows that 39% of UK businesses with excellent technology connectivity say their financial performance is among the pioneers in their industry. In addition, 62% say that excellent tech connectivity gives them a competitive edge. TeamViewer, a pioneering global provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalisation solutions, undertook global research conducted by FT Longitude to uncover ‘The Real Value of Technology Connectivity’.  Cybersecurity perform...

Upgrade to the Olarm MAX digital communicator by OPTEX

A new digital technology that helps organisations to monitor and manage a broad spectrum of new and existing security systems and peripherals from a smartphone through a complementary user-friendly app has been introduced by OPTEX, the global pioneer in security sensing technology. Olarm MAX Olarm MAX – is a discrete, Graded Dual-Path (DP) digital communicator that can be quickly and easily installed alongside a new and existing alarm panel to make them smart and effectively bring 21...

Discover Vismo's security innovations at GSX 2024

Vismo, the specialist in app-based global tracking and security solutions with data and information from intelligence feeds will exhibit at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024, Orlando, Florida, 23 - 25 September.  Attendees at Vismo’s booth #2907 will be able to experience the company’s offerings through interactive demonstrations and hands-on displays including with the Vismo Locate & Protect App. Emergency alerts The app features a panic button for emergency alerts via...

Codelocks' compliant locks and latches for fire doors

Codelocks has secured CE marking for its mortice locks and tubular latches, establishing an extensive range of access control solutions and fire door assemblies with CE-certified locks and latches. This achievement provides specifiers, installers, and end-users with comprehensive quality assurance, fire safety, and legal compliance across a broad selection of access control products. CE marking CE marking indicates that products have been rigorously assessed to meet stringent safety, health,...

Quod Orbis partners with Archer for cybersecurity and compliance

Quod Orbis, the London-based Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) firm, has announced a partnership with Archer, a global pioneer in integrated risk management. Quod Orbis’ continuous monitoring solution is listed on the Archer Exchange, providing customers with complete and constant visibility into a company’s cybersecurity, compliance, and risk posture with near real-time insights.  Quod Orbis platform Archer has been a pioneer in risk management for over 20 years, unitin...

AI-powered achievements at King Faisal Specialist Hospital

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is at the forefront of the healthcare AI revolution. Since 2019, the hospital's dedicated AI centre has been developing innovative applications that are transforming patient care. The centre has made significant strides in diagnostics and treatment, developing over 20 AI applications. These applications leverage deep learning to analyse medical images with high accuracy, enabling more precise and faster disease diagnosis. Latest ad...

Hanwha Vision XRN-426S-1T, compact 4-channel NVR with AI search

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has released the XRN-426S-1T recorder - a compact NVR with a built-in 1TB solid-state drive (SSD). The 4-channel recorder supports AI search, when integrated with Hanwha Vision AI cameras, as well as resolutions of up to 4K. With a solid-state drive instead of a traditional hard drive, this recorder offers a silent and reliable solution.   Highly compact and versatile  The recorder’s compact size of just 20cm by 14cm mea...

Vantiva AI innovations at IBC 2024: STBs and gateways

Vantiva, a global technology pioneer enabling Network Service Providers (NSPs) to connect consumers worldwide, will demonstrate innovative AI-powered products at IBC 2024, including set-top boxes (STBs) and broadband gateways, all connected to Vantiva's Navigate AI cloud. This new class of CPE features a local Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and enhanced CPU and GPU performance, ensuring more private, secure and lower latency Edge AI use cases. This positions operator as "Home AI" platform provide...

Hirsch relaunches brand with advanced security platform

Hirsch, a global security technology pioneer advancing physical security, video intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital identification solutions, announces the relaunch of its iconic brand and strengthened focus on the industry’s most complete high-security, end-to-end platform. This milestone follows the purchase of Identiv’s physical and cybersecurity business units by Vitaprotech, positioning Hirsch as the global pioneer in physical security, video intelligence, and identity sol...

Carlisle Support & RMT Union sign national recognition agreement

Carlisle Support Services announces a national voluntary recognition agreement with the Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) Union, the first of its kind within the outsourced industry, to foster a joined-up vision of improving industrial relations and employee well-being. This agreement also comes at a time when the new government has confirmed its intention to move towards a nationalised Railway under the control of Great British Railways. Structured and considered approach With Carl...

iDenfy and Bitlocus strengthen crypto security partnership

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech startup specialising in ID verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced a new partnership with Bitlocus, a regulated cryptocurrency exchange platform known for its comprehensive crypto-to-fiat and fiat-to-crypto solutions. iDenfy’s full-stack Know Your Customer (KYC) solution will aim to increase conversions and help Bitlocus maintain a simple and compliant verification flow.  Need for identity verification solutions As the cryptocurrency...

FRG joins Security Consortium for suicide prevention UK

In the month that the world marks World Suicide Prevention Day, which is hosted on 10 September, one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent security groups, First Response Group (FRG), has joined the Security Consortium for the Prevention of Suicide (SCPS). Founded three years ago, SCPS is a network of security groups and people in both the public and private sectors working in collaboration to prevent suicide, with a particular focus on those working in the security profession which suf...

Matrix STQC-certified video surveillance for ultimate protection

Matrix Video Management Software (VMS) has achieved STQC certification, underscoring its commitment to advanced cybersecurity. This certification highlights Matrix’s dedication to delivering a video surveillance solution that not only protects physical assets but also ensures the highest level of data security. In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, securing the video surveillance system is critical. A compromised system can expose live video feeds, alter or erase f...

Twiceme Technology names Fredrik Kjellberg as new CMO

Twiceme Technology, a Swedish company dedicated to revolutionising safety solutions, announced the hiring of Fredrik Kjellberg as the company’s first Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Kjellberg, who will report to Twiceme CEO Christian Connolly, will continue to build Twiceme’s brand as part of its ongoing global expansion and mission to build a culture of safety. The hiring represents an additional step by Twiceme to establish a global standard for safety that enables people to h...

Convergint acquires Esscoe, enhancing Midwest security services

Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration, announced that it has acquired Esscoe, a premier provider of mission-critical security and fire and life safety systems in the Chicago and Midwest regions.  Esscoe is a local market pioneer, offering exceptional design and engineering capabilities and fully integrated, tech-enabled security solutions. The acquisition enables Convergint to accelerate growth across the Midwestern U.S.—building on Esscoe’s long-sta...

Skills for Security and Cento enhance industry standards

Skills for Security, the UK’s major provider of fire and security training, is thrilled to announce their newest sponsor - Cento, the premier recruitment specialist in the fire and security, engineering, and built environment sectors. This collaboration marks a significant step forward for both organisations, as they work together to enhance industry standards and promote professional development within the fire and security sector. Ongoing initiatives Cento’s sponsorship will pro...

Absolute acquires Syxsense for cyber resilience innovation

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, has acquired Syxsense, a recognised innovator in automated endpoint and vulnerability management. Firmware-embedded platform With Syxsense integrated, customers will be able to add automated, vulnerability and patch management capabilities. From the moment devices are powered on, organisations will be able to leverage Absolute’s firmware-embedded platform to ensure that operating systems (OS), applications, and critical secu...

Gallagher Security's high-security solutions at ISE 2024

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is gearing up to showcase its innovative suite of high-security solutions at this year’s International Security Expo (ISE) in London from 24-25th September. With more than 10,000 industry professionals expected to attend this year’s event, it promises to provide an excellent showcase of security and access technology and the opportunity to engage and network with the wider security industry.  Command Centre Gallagher...

Enhanced security for Confindo via iDenfy fraud prevention

iDenfy, an AI-powered identity verification, compliance, and fraud prevention solutions provider, partnered with Confindo, a provider of IT solutions specialising in customer relationship management (CRM) tools for group companies and external partners. This collaboration will help Confindo manage third-party risks and ensure proper fraud and breach prevention while building a seamless and secure verification experience. Need for robust security measures The rise in digital transactions has m...

AI training in sheet metal industry: SMACNA and TheLink.ai

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) has announced a strategic partnership with TheLink.ai, a major innovator in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. This collaboration aims to advance SMACNA's AI training and policy initiatives, enhancing the industry's adoption and implementation of cutting-edge technologies and providing members with essential insights and training, as AI continues to grow in importance. AI training programs The initiatives wil...

Enterprise AI success with Domino Data Lab's ModelOps

Domino Data Lab, provider of the pioneering Enterprise AI Platform trusted by the largest AI-driven companies, announced it has been recognised for the second year in a row as a pioneer and top performer by Dresner Advisory Services in its Wisdom of Crowds® market studies on both AI, Data Science and Machine Learning (AI/DS/ML), as well as ModelOps. Enterprise AI success “We have over a decade of research on AI/DS/ML and our latest study reflects the growing significance of these tec...

HackerOne expands with APNT for advanced cyber resilience

HackerOne, the pioneer in human-powered security, announced partnerships with GuidePoint Security and Softcat to simplify how enterprises access the world’s largest security researcher community. Through PartnerOne, partners will open new revenue streams with buyers worldwide who must meet growing global regulatory requirements and fight complex, emerging threats. Additional international partners, including APNT and BlueFort Security will serv...

Andreas Gerstinger honoured by ISSS for safety contributions

Andreas Gerstinger has been working as Safety Manager for Frequentis since 2000 and brings extensive experience and outstanding achievements in the field of system safety. He has made a decisive contribution to establishing and spreading the safety culture throughout the entire Frequentis Group and regularly shares his expertise in conference papers, university lectures, and international working groups in the area of safety. This is his first award by the ISSS. Safety-critical systems &ldquo...

PureTech Systems appoints Ben Renshaw in MENA region

PureTech Systems Inc., a pioneer in geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for perimeter and border security, is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Renshaw as Director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Mr. Renshaw brings over two decades of experience in security technology, having founded Veltek International Inc. in 1998 and played key roles in pioneering companies like Optellios, Duos Technologies Inc., and 4D Security. His most recent position was Vice President of Sa...

Secure access with Aperio P100 Padlock by ASSA ABLOY

Fences, gates, storage cages, racks, containers, tool cabinets, and other non-standard openings often require restricted access and greater control. In many cases, they are secured with mechanical locking, rather than connected to an access control system, creating workflow inefficiencies. For these openings – and many more, in all types of premises – the new Aperio® P100 Wireless Padlock provides convenient, connected digital protection.  Challenges due to inefficiency W...

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