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SailPoint introduces AI-powered app onboarding for identity security

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, launches innovative AI-powered application onboarding capability. This new capability will be seamlessly integrated into SailPoint Identity Security Cloud and will simplify the process of integrating critical business applications. By automating the onboarding process, SailPoint will simultaneously deliver faster time to value, critical security of business applications, and improve the user experience. Ident...

Gallagher Security named Manufacturer of the Year at the 2024 Fire and Security Matters awards

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security has added another manufacturing accolade to its list, taking home the award for Security Manufacturer of the Year at the 2024 Fire & Security Matters Awards held in Coventry.  Manufacturer of the Year The Manufacturer of the Year award recognises a manufacturer of security systems that have gone above and beyond in its commitment to innovation and/or its systems meet the highest standards.  This recent award win follows a string o...

Barco's new control room solutions on exhibit at InfoComm 2024

Barco, a pioneer in control room solutions, is showcasing its updated portfolio designed for the control rooms market at InfoComm 2024 (Las Vegas, NV, 12-14 June). With new flagship products in control room software, as well as its LED video walls and LCD video walls, the company sets new standards for the market. To optimally bring these products to market, Barco announces partnerships with WESCO, the major US distributor of professional electronics, and the French distributor IP-Partner...

Genetec appoints Jason de Souza as Managing Director for Latin America & the Caribbean

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced the appointment of Jason de Souza as the new Managing Director for Latin America & the Caribbean (LATCAR). Jason de Souza With over 25 years of experience in the IT and security sectors, de Souza brings a proven track record of delivering results, growing revenue, and building long-term relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders across the diverse...

ISS receives LenelS2™ Factory Certification under the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has received LenelS2™ factory certification and has joined the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The certification means that the SecurOS® Enterprise software is now certified to work with all future versions of LenelS2’s flagship OnGuard access control system.  “With one of the most rigorous testing paradigms in the industry...

Suprema receives international cloud security and data protection certification

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, has acquired the international standard cloud security system certification ‘CSA STAR (Security, Trust, Assurance, Risk) Level 2’ issued by the CSA (Cloud Security Alliance), and renewed both the ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management System) and ISO/IEC 27701 (Privacy Information Management System) certifications. First, the ‘CSA STAR’ certification, issued by the CSA, a global organisation dedicated to d...

OCF publishes Matter bridge to strengthen smart home interoperability

The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF) has published an update to its Secure IP Device Framework to bridge with the Matter device ecosystem. The update enables OCF and Matter devices to coexist and interact within the same smart home, strengthening interoperability, enhancing the user experience and improving return on investment for the homeowner. "Full smart home and building automation has always been our priority, and is only possible through interoperability," comments...

New Mercury MP Controller line provides a fully functional hardware and firmware infrastructure for new builds and legacy upgrades

Mercury Security, the globally renowned manufacturer of OEM technology, and HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and access control solutions, announce the next-generation Mercury MP Controllers, designed to deliver enhanced flexibility and security for businesses of all sizes. As technology advances, access control systems require robust encryption and advanced threat detection. New Mercury MP Controllers The new Mercury MP Controllers empower access control software providers and in...

Unveiling the top vulnerabilities in IT, IoT, & OT devices - Forescout report

More than ever in 2024, attackers are crossing siloes to find entry points across the full spectrum of devices, operating systems, and embedded firmware, forming the basis for the report, The Riskiest Connected Devices in 2024. Forescout Technologies, Inc., a global cybersecurity pioneer, delivers this fourth annual review of data sourced from nearly 19 million devices through its research arm, Vedere Labs, an international team dedicated to uncovering vulnerabilities and threats to critical in...

Explore new telecom trends with Bridge Cable at ADI Expo 2024

The full-day expo is headed to New Jersey and expects up to 5,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors, with the Bridge Cable team as some of those attendees.  The full team of Bridge Cable is set to attend the ADI Expo 2024, as it makes a stop in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. ADI Expo The annual event exhibits manufacturers like Honeywell, Resideo, Telguard, Turing, DSC, Yale, and more. Attendees will be spending the day learning the latest trends within telecom...

TrueConf reveals AI Server with on-premises meeting transcription at GITEX Africa 2024

TrueConf, a major provider of secure video collaboration solutions, unveiled TrueConf AI Server at GITEX Africa 2024. The team messaging and video conferencing server introduces new on-premises AI that operates within a corporate network and enables automatic generation of a meeting protocol, ensuring safe data processing. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an upward trend with expectations to rise to $1.339.1 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 35.7%. As video...

Evolution recruits senior industry professional to lead Nordic drive

Evolution, the integrated fire and security business, has appointed Lars Pedersen to the new position of Country Manager for the Nordics to establish a new regional presence and continue to build a dedicated local team. Lars Pedersen Lars joins from LenelS2, where he spent over 20 years in various senior roles, latterly as Regional Sales Director for Northern Europe based in Oslo. He is an Engineer by profession having worked in the security industry since 1987, building skills in project man...

MEIS and Field Ready join forces for annual Mozambican youth empowerment event

The Generation Ready conference is set to return for its third edition on 2nd July at the Avani Pemba Beach Hotel, Cabo Delgado, hosted as a prelude to the 3rd Mozambique Energy & Industry Summit (MEIS 2024), in a first-time unique collaboration between Field Ready and GEP.  Youth employability Gilberto Botas, Chairman of Field Ready Mozambique explained, “Bringing together a community of like-minded people devoted to youth employability is central to the Field Ready’s wor...

Unveiling Matrix COSEC-BACnet integration: Upgrading building management systems

In a dynamic environment, the need for robust and responsive security systems is paramount. Assimilating Access Control and Time-Attendance solutions with Building Management Systems (BMS) via the BACnet Integration provides a comprehensive approach to ensuring proactive security and efficient building operations. This integration bridges the gap between various systems, creating a cohesive and responsive security network. Here’s a closer look at how this integration enhances security...

Euralarm elects Peter Mita as President & highlights from 2024 Assembly

During the 2024 General Assembly of Euralarm in Prague, the members chose Peter Mita as the new President of Euralarm. He succeeds Jon Könz who was President for the past three years. Peter Mita is the Southern Europe Commercial leader of Honeywell Fire.  ​2024 General Assembly The 2024 General Assembly was held in Prague where the outgoing President praised among others the work that was done in information sharing, supporting members with regulatory expertise, and guiding stan...

Iris ID and uClockit partner to positively reshape the workforce management user experience

 Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology and research for over 25 years and uClockit, the provider of a cutting-edge cloud-based platform revolutionising HR and administrative management have partnered to humanise the approach that organisations have towards administering workforce management. Iris ID and uClockit realise that a high-quality workforce management user experience and organisational efficiency are not mutually exclusive. Together these two companies will de...

A new upgrade in the CLIQ ecosystem boosts security and user convenience

Organisations equipped with CLIQ intelligent key-based access management have confidence that their premises and employees are safe and secure. With CLIQ employees can flexibly manage access, to secure almost any opening with electronic cylinders or padlocks and programmable smart keys. A new upgrade in the programming device family simultaneously enhances this security and convenience. Credential updates Requiring regular credential updates is the simplest, most effective method for keeping...

Blackline Safety secures largest contract in company’s history at $8.5 million

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, announced its largest contract to date – an $8.5 million deal to protect 1,025 workers at a major North American midstream company. 1,025 G7 wearable devices The contract expands the company’s original $3.5 million deal with Blackline, announced in September 2023 to protect more than 850 workers. Combined with the previous deal, Blackline devices protect all of the company’s nearly 2,000 field and site w...

IDEMIA Secure Transactions embraces regenerative sustainability to empower banks and their customers

IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) strengthens its commitment to sustainability with the launch of GREENPAY Wallet, a key milestone in the development of a comprehensive and ambitious CSR strategy. As a pioneer in the payments sector, IST has a responsibility to involve its entire ecosystem in driving positive change, and this innovative offer is a perfect response to this imperative, enabling both banks and their customers around the world to easily engage in favor of the defense of the environm...

SailPoint launches Risk Connectors to help organisations identify and act on risks

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, has announced a new offering on its Atlas platform, SailPoint Risk Connectors. As part of its Atlas platform, SailPoint Risk Connectors makes it easier for organisations to make informed access decisions based on an identity’s third-party risk scores. Speed is essential to risk mitigation, especially in delivering secure access to critical data and applications for all enterprise identities today. SailPo...

Mayflex teams up with Ruijie Reyee for UEFA Euro 2024 games

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, together with Ruijie and Reyee in celebration of the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament will be hosting their interactive football competition. Samsung 55” 4K TV Players will have the chance to win the star prize of a Samsung 55” 4K TV, together with weekly competitions and other prizes worth hundreds of pounds in vouchers. Back in April, Mayflex scored a partnership with Ruijie Networks, a global manufacturer of Wired and Wirele...

Automated Logic adds two new controllers to the OptiFlex® family

Automated Logic is proud to announce the expansion of its OptiFlex controller line for the WebCTRL® building automation system.  Two new controllers join the OptiFlex family, including the OptiFlex 022 (OF022-E2) zone controller and the OptiFlex compact segment router (OFCSR-E2). These controllers feature dual IP ports for convenient daisy-chain deployment and a compact footprint for a more flexible system design. Automated Logic, a provider of innovative building-management solutions,...

OSI Systems receives $42 million airport security systems contract

OSI Systems, Inc. announced that its Security division was awarded a contract from an international airport for approximately $42 million to provide a range of checkpoint and hold baggage screening solutions. Maintenance, service, and support Among the systems to be included are the RTT® 110 (Real Time Tomography) explosive detection system for screening hold baggage, Orion® 920CT (Computed Tomography) checkpoint screening system integrated with Rapiscan TRS™ (Tray Return System)...

Comelit-PAC launches 511 DCi access controller kits to empower installers and distributors

Comelit-PAC has launched the PAC 511 DCi Access Controller Kits, designed to equip distribution partners and installers with all the essential tools necessary to deliver smart solutions for safeguarding properties. In an era where smart security and convenience are paramount, Comelit-PAC has recognised the importance of providing seamless access control systems to enable quick and easy installation, regardless of the size or type of the premises. Smart security technology Steve Riley, Divisio...

RAD announces vast improvements in its firearm detection speed & accuracy

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce significant enhancements in the performance and reliability of its firearm detection AI analytics. These improvements will be incorporated into RAD's popular line of security devices, including ROSA™, RIO™, AVA™, and RADDOG™, and will begin shipping in June. Key features Key features of the upgraded firearm detection system include: Double Aut...

Boost efficiency with March Networks' cloud-based video solutions

March Networks is heading the transformation of enterprise video to the cloud with innovative technology that is scalable for businesses of all sizes. Transitioning to a cloud-based solution can help better manage, store, and share video, improve operations, and drive profitability.  New Cloud Suite Video Series Cloud Management: Command Enterprise Cloud provides centralised management of the video. The software allows users to customise, automate, update, and manage access to vi...

Dahua's new AIoT console boosting NVR functionality to become the nerve centre for a unified AI and IoT network

With the rapid development of AI and IoT technology, the role of the NVR has had to adapt to keep up. Dahua Technology’s AIoT Console meets this new challenge by becoming the nerve centre of all devices on a network – whether they are cameras, alarms, access controllers, or video intercoms. The result is a unified, integrated network seamlessly controlled and managed via the AIoT Console.  Data convergence and control In using the AIoT Console, end-users can benefit from data...

Euralarm's holistic approach to energy performance and fire safety

The European Parliament has plenary voted in favour of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) recently. This is a major step towards decarbonisation of the building stock. However, the new directive also creates fire safety and security challenges. Euralarm proposes a planned and holistic approach of these topics. European building stock A large majority of the buildings in the European Union, about 85%, were constructed prior to 2000. Within this group, 75% are categorised as...

Hikvision releases its sixth ESG report, highlighting the commitment to ‘Tech for Good’

Hikvision has published its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, disclosing its ESG practices and performance for the sixth consecutive year. The report offers a comprehensive look at Hikvision’s focus on sustainability and its ESG priorities and actions, reaffirming the company’s commitment to fulfilling corporate social responsibility with innovative and sustainable technologies. “Practicing the ethos of ‘Tech for Good’, adhering to ‘prag...

Logpoint named a niche player in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for security information and event management

Logpoint has been named a Niche Player in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) by Gartner, the independent industry analyst firm. Logpoint has been recognised in every Magic Quadrant for SIEM since 2018. Logpoint offers a Converged SIEM solution that comes with native Security Orchestration, Automation & Response (SOAR). The solution offers Threat Detection, Investigation & Response (TDIR) and compliance use cases, helping organisations increase...

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