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Frederick Tucker, Allied Universal® security professional, has been honoured with the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award for his life-saving actions during a shooting at the Nashville Metro Public Library. The award is the highest recognition a security officer can receive for an act of heroism. Tucker will accept the award on September 22 at the 2024 Global Security Exchange Conference (GSX) in Orlando and his story will be featured in the Allied Uni...

Artificial intelligence, public, school, and corporate security, and cyber- and tech-related crimes are growing concerns making headlines daily. Global Security Exchange (GSX) by ASIS International brings together thousands of security professionals from approximately 100 countries to address these issues and more. Members of the press are eligible to receive a free all-access pass. For security reasons, a press badge is required to enter the event, so if they are interested in attending,...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to celebrate all security professionals during the 2024 National Security Officer Appreciation Week starting on September 16 through September 22. In celebration of this week, the company recognises the special honour bestowed on one of its own, Frederick Tucker, who received the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award earlier this month. Safety and security The award is th...

SentinelOne and Lenovo announced a multi-year collaboration to bring AI-powered endpoint security to millions of Lenovo devices across the globe. Lenovo will include SentinelOne’s industry-pioneering Singularity™ Platform and generative AI capabilities (Purple AI) in new PC shipments, as well as offer upgrades to existing customers, to expand its ThinkShield security portfolio and autonomously protect devices from modern attacks. SentinelOne's Singularity Platform "The comple...

Matrix, a pioneering force in the Security and Telecom industry, successfully concluded its participation at the MSP India Summit 2024 in New Delhi. With over three decades of experience, Matrix engaged with industry pioneers, gained valuable insights, and explored fresh collaboration opportunities. Technology-driven solutions Matrix remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction. This dedication is ev...

Mission 500, the security industry's nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting children in need across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, proudly announces the appointment of Andre Greco, Co-Founder and Vice President of Xcelerate Sales, to its Board of Directors. With over three decades of experience in the electronic security industry and a strong background in community service, Greco will play an instrumental role in advancing the organisation’s mission. Prior roles of Greco Greco fo...

Acts of violence in schools have taken a heavy toll. The lives of students and staff have been lost. Public faith in the safety of their schools has been shaken and the ability of schools to educate has been adversely impacted. The review and analysis of these incidents indicate that many were preventable.  Need for school security Currently, information and guidance for schools on effective prevention, mitigation, and response to potential acts of school violence is scattered and someti...

A major Midlands firm is so confident in the strength of its newest key storage product that it is challenging people to break into it at a major trade show.  The team at The Key Safe Company has so much faith in the Tamo Pro’s robustness and resilience they have put it forward for a live ‘attack test’ in front of industry experts at the International Security Expo in London.  Tamo Pro The latest product to emerge from the Worcester company’s Tamo range,...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has further solidified its position as a company committed to excellence, ethics, and sustainability, having obtained ISO 37301 certification. The internationally recognised ISO 37301 certification provides the standard for compliance management systems (CMS). Meeting the global standard’s stringent requirements ensures organisations develop, implement and improve an effective and responsive compliance management system. Hanwha Vision&r...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, announced an expanded strategic partnership with CrowdStrike to strengthen threat detection and response. This partnership combines Cohesity’s robust data protection capabilities with CrowdStrike's world-class threat intelligence feeds, setting a new standard for comprehensive cybersecurity in backup and recovery solutions. Other advanced technologies The partnership is levelling the playing field against sophisticated cyber thr...

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and security screening technologies, and a business of Smiths Group plc, announces the launch of the SDX 6040 Enhanced Image Quality (EIQ), a cutting-edge screening solution designed to meet the dynamic demands of modern security environments. SDX 6040 The SDX 6040 offers the best image quality on the market, ensuring unparalleled clarity when detecting threats. Unlike fixed screening equipment, the SDX 6040 is highly mobile, allowing it t...

Infosys, a global pioneer in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced that it has collaborated with Clearstream, the post-trade services part of Deutsche Börse, an international exchange organisation and pioneering provider of market infrastructure. The collaboration supported the successful Generation 2 launch of Clearstream's D7 platform, an innovative digital post-trade platform that allows market participants to issue securities digitally. Release of D7 Generati...

FLIR recently announced a limited-time 15% discount on select products, providing technicians with an exclusive opportunity to access high-precision products that measure with accuracy, streamline surveys, and ensure worker safety at a reduced price. This special promotion reflects the company’s commitment to delivering value and supporting clients with cost-effective options tailored to their needs. Extech Extech expands its problem-solving capabilities with its 250W range giving quick...

Smarter Security® is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation in optical turnstile technology—the Fastlane® Glassgate 150 Plus. This advanced model of speedgate builds on the success of the Glassgate 150, while introducing modern technological features, refined aesthetics, and expanded lane options to meet the constantly evolving demands for modern security entry control projects. Key features and enhancements Sleek, Modern Design: Concealed optical sensors and a...

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), announced the classification of the International Centre for Research and Ethics in Artificial Intelligence (ICAIRE) as a Category 2 (C2) centre under UNESCO's auspices. The announcement was made during the third edition of the Global AI Summit, held at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre in Riyadh. Mission of harnessi...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for hybrid cloud organisations, released new critical insights from its 2024 Cyber Recovery Readiness Report. This global survey of 1,000 security and IT professionals across 11 countries, reveals interesting behaviour changes for organisations that have been breached versus those that have not. Cyber resilience and recovery The Commvault survey, done in collaboration with GigaOm, shows that organisations...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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, 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...

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...

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...

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 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...

At GSX 2024, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) will show an expanded roster of devices supporting its Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. PSIA will be showcasing the latest information and demonstrations for PKOC at the JCI Security Products demo room S230 A&B.  They will be able to see interoperability following open specifications between mobile and physical credentials from multiple manufacturers with multiple manufacturer readers leveraging Bl...

Huffmaster Management (Huffmaster), the provider of choice for Fortune 500 companies seeking strike services, industrial and healthcare staffing, security services, and more, announced the internal promotion of Margaret Sanders to Director of Operations within the company’s Protective Services Group, a division responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Huffmaster clients. In her new position, Sanders will work closely with the company’s Manned Guar...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the introduction of a new I/O module to its portfolio of high-assurance access control system offerings.  Developed by STid, a pioneering manufacturer of highly secure access control technologies, the new I/O module enables European customers to meet the most stringent cybersecurity compliance regulations. Cybersecurity capabilities From the creden...