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System Surveyor announces SOC 2 Type 1 compliance achievement

System Surveyor announced the successful completion of its SOC 2 Type 1 compliance, marking a significant achievement for the company whose intelligent, all-in-one system design platform streamlines site surveys, facilitates collaborative designs and provides a digital as-built documentation of a complete security system to help its users save time, win projects and simplify their work. Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the SOC 2 Type 1 audit and exa...

One-third of businesses already hit by voice and video deepfake fraud

Artificial intelligence can be used to create increasingly realistic and convincing deepfakes, making it more difficult to distinguish between genuine and manipulated content. Fake biometric artefacts like deepfake voice or video are perceived as real threats by 80% of companies, according to Regula’s survey. And businesses in the USA seem to be the most concerned: about 91% of organisations consider it to be a growing threat. The increasing accessibility of AI technology poses a new thr...

ASIS International and Security Industry Association (SIA) announced the 2023 Security LeadHER Conference

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have announced the agenda and speaker lineup for the inaugural Security LeadHER conference, an event designed to showcase women in security. Security LeadHER 2023 will be held June 12-13 at the Hilton Nashville Downtown Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. This new conference from ASIS and SIA will bring together security professionals committed to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profess...

Cryptomathic and fidentity partner to unite remote qualified e-signature solution and identity verification services

Remote e-signature specialist, Cryptomathic, has partnered with fidentity, an expert in online identity verification, to enable automated identity verification for qualified remote e-signing-the highest level of assurance under European and Swiss law.  Under the European Union’s eIDAS and Switzerland’s ZertES regulations, remote (QES) provide the highest possible level of security and non-repudiation in e-signature services. To perform a QES, the signer’s identity must fi...

Aiphone launches IX Series kit, a complete preprogrammed video intercom system

Aiphone, the pioneering international manufacturer of intercom and security communication products, is pleased to announce the addition of its IX Series kit. The kit is a preprogrammed box set complete with a video intercom system that is ready to install right out of the box. The recently-introduced IXS-HBDV includes a video door station, a video master station, a PoE switch, and a USB drive with instructions and videos on how to install the system. This easy-to-use kit takes the guesswork out...

SecurityGen reports successful growth and momentum in Q1 2023 backed by rising demand for 5G cyber-security

SecurityGen, the award-winning provider of security solutions and services for the telecom industry, has marked the end of Q1 2023 with a total of 40 operator customers in more than 20 countries plus the establishment of new teams in Latin America, South East Asia and the Middle East & Africa. Commenting on SecurityGen’s performance in the first quarter of 2023, co-founder and CEO Amit Nath cited the ongoing growth of 5G networks worldwide as the key driver for the increased demand fo...

Hakimo raises $6M as demand for smarter physical security increases funding led by Rocketship.vc

Hakimo, a technology company dedicated to modernising physical security through its artificial intelligence (AI) software, announced $6 million in new funding led by Rocketship.vc, with participation from existing investors Neotribe Ventures, defy.vc and Firebolt Ventures as well as new investors Carrier Global Corporation, through its venture capital group, Carrier Ventures, and well-known physical security industry entrepreneur John L. Moss. Hakimo will use the capital to further accelerate pr...

Jamf expands collaboration with Microsoft and joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association

Jamf has announced that they are now a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA). MISA is an ecosystem of independent software vendors and managed security service providers that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft security technology to help customers better defend themselves against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Jamf protect Jamf announced an integration earlier this year between Jamf Protect, its endpoint security solution, and Microsoft Sen...

Hanwha Vision discusses the MQTT protocol for AI cameras and the Internet of Things (IoT)

When the Message Queue Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol was invented over two decades ago, its creators perhaps didn’t realise the widespread applications it would become central to, across all industries. That’s because the MQTT protocol has become the de facto standard for sharing messages across connected devices — also known as the Internet of Things (IoT). It provides the means for IoT sensors, including cameras, to communicate with each other across smart cities, smar...

2N white paper pronounces the technological revolution currently transforming access control as ‘access control 3.0’

2N, the market pioneer in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has published a new White Paper entitled ‘Access Control 3.0: the new standards in residential access’. The White Paper argues that we recently entered a new era in access control which represents a technological revolution in the industry – and it is one which is already having a transformative impact worldwide. Three crucial stages Over the last 6,000+ years, access control has progressed...

Allegion launches Zentra, in the US as a seamless access solution for the multifamily property market

Allegion Americas, a pioneering security products and solutions provider, introduced a new brand, Zentra, focussed on access solutions for multifamily properties. Zentra’s integrated solutions (combining software, hardware and related services) – initially offered in the United States – will secure properties while enabling hassle-free access. Zentra’s suite of solutions Zentra’s suite of solutions provides simple, smart and secure property access. The brand&rsqu...

Allied Universal announces acquisition of Elite Tactical Security Solutions, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Allied Universal, the globally renowned security and facility services company, and MSA Security®, an Allied Universal company, announced the strategic expansion of services in the Las Vegas region with the acquisition of Elite Tactical Security Solutions. “We are excited to expand our presence in the Las Vegas market, North America’s preeminent destination for exhibitions, events and entertainment,” said Allied Universal’s Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer...

Vigitron releases first in series of new enterprise level high bandwidth IEEE 802.3bt managed PoE network switches

Vigitron, Inc. the pioneering manufacturer of complete network solutions designed for security applications, announces the release of their Vi30132 and Vi30130 Enterprise Level L2+/L3 Lite High Bandwidth IEEE 802.3bt Managed PoE Network switches. These switches, the first in a new line of switches, midspans, and devices are part of Vigitron’s Eco System. New switches Switches were developed after extensive interaction with system-based project dealers" "These switches were develop...

New BDR program helps contractors prepare for a successful, satisfying exit

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, introduces the BDR Company Value Builder, a powerful new program based on a proven methodology that helps contractors prepare for a satisfying business exit. The BDR Company Value Builder uses the Personal Readiness to Exit metric, known as PREScore™, and other innovative systems to calculate how prepared business owners and their companies are for exit opportunitie...

Redline Assured Security and Weston FM Group establish new partnership to improve security

Pioneering provider of security training, quality assurance, consulting and software solutions, Redline Assured Security, part of Air Partner Group, a Wheels Up company, has established a new partnership with security management company - Weston FM Group.  Weston FM Group specialises in a range of services including security, mobile patrol and alarm response, alarm and CCTV monitoring, fire protection systems and commercial cleaning. New partnership  First stage of the partnership w...

Teledyne FLIR launches first family of visible security cameras with AI at ISC West 2023

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced it will be exhibiting at the ISC West trade show from March 29 to March 31, 2023, at the Venetian Expo in booth 34061, where it will be showcasing its new cameras and multilayered security solutions. FLIR is expanding its broad portfolio of visible cameras by launching its first family of visible security cameras with artificial intelligence (AI), the FLIR Quasar™ Premium Mini-Dome AI, which is making its debut at I...

Boon Edam unveils new signature series of speedlane compact products at ISC West 2023

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, introduces its Signature Series of Speedlane Compact speed gates to the global market at ISC West 2023, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. Derived from the Speedlane Compact solution, the new Signature Series delivers more flexibility and customisation options for the best value with regard to aesthetics. Design and security specifications “The Signature Series lies at the intersection of design, aesthetics...

Boon Edam showcases latest product advancements, announces new company initiatives at ISC West 2023

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, is taking ISC West 2023 by storm, announcing a series of new solutions, products, and programs aimed at adding value to both physical entrances and customers. These new initiatives are being presented alongside Boon Edam’s existing range of security entrance solutions at booth #10053. “From our new Signature Series to Boon Edam’s 150th anniversary, Integrator Certification Program, and upgraded...

RGB Spectrum delivers integrated video platform for security operations at ISC West 2023

RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in the mission-critical video, announced its attendance at ISC West 2023 in booth #7050, with a focus on integrated video solutions for the security market, including advancements to its Zio® portfolio and a new partner program. RGB Spectrum solutions are designed to make security operations centres more efficient. Its Zio portfolio enables better decision-making where users view data sources, applications, and video feeds and if required, can del...

SailPoint delivers new non-employee risk management solution to market

In an effort to drive quick time-to-value to customers worldwide, SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in enterprise identity security, has rolled out a new non-employee risk management capability based on the company’s January 2023 acquisition of SecZetta. The SailPoint non-employee risk management solution is available now as an add-on to the SailPoint identity security cloud. SailPoint non-employee risk management solution SailPoint non-employee risk management solution allow...

New Convergint study reveals critical need for increased collaboration between physical security and information technology teams

Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration announced the results of its first annual Voice of the Customer Benchmarking Survey, which revealed that the role of physical security professionals has grown increasingly complex requiring intensive IT skills in areas like cybersecurity and cloud computing. Importance of physical and electronic security The survey found that 72% of physical security professionals anticipate that their roles within their organisations will chang...

Cozaint partners with WGS Group to deliver BOBBY surveillance kiosks to clients

Cozaint Corp, the developers of intelligent surveillance solutions, has been selected by WGS Group, Inc., a security guard services company with headquarters in Las Vegas, NV, and servicing California, Texas, Florida, and other states, to deliver the BOBBY physical security kiosk system to their customers. WGS Group is looking to augment its human security guard team with advanced intelligent surveillance technologies that offer video surveillance, access control, “smart” sensor ale...

National Apprenticeship Week highlights apprenticeships for security officers

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA), its training subsidiary Skills for Security, and members SecuriGroup have launched the UK’s first apprenticeship for front-line security personnel. They aim to tackle the outdated image of security and recruit younger people to the industry. The UK is facing an acute shortage of security officers, increased demand for security services, an aging workforce, Brexit, and fall-out from the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning around 62,000 new security...

Cobalt Robotics announces collaboration with Johnson Controls for integration of autonomous robots with C•CURE Alarm System

Cobalt Robotics, the only machine-learning company to automate repetitive manual security and facility tasks with autonomous robots around the world, has announced a new collaboration with Johnson Controls. Johnson Controls C•CURE 9000 access control and event management system is now integrated with Cobalt’s remote guard service, which includes AI robotics, machine-learning software and human oversight. Cobalt Robotics - Johnson Controls integration With this integration, Cobalt r...

G4S to create nearly 100 security jobs after winning Sizewell C nuclear contract

G4S Secure Solutions UK will create almost 100 jobs for those living near Suffolk, close to the Sizewell C nuclear plant. EDF has awarded a £4.3 million interim security contract to G4S. So far, over 50 residents have applied for positions or are in the process of onboarding, including the Contract Manager, James Self. James, who was born and raised in Suffolk, joined G4S in 2018 as a Security Training Manager at Hinkley Point C, in Somerset, before transferring to work at the Sizewell C...

Euralarm highlights why diversity and attracting talent matters for the fire and security industry

This year, Euralarm started a new initiative focusing on diversity and attracting new talent. The importance of the initiative is underlined by the rapid engineer retention and the lack of competent and qualified engineers. This article details the Euralarm initiative and reviews several activities undertaken by Euralarm and its members. The fire and security industries are industries with a long and rich history. The origins of the fire industry could be traced back to Nero, the Roman Emperor...

Wearin’s Collaboration with SOS Cash & Value

Since the beginning of October, all the agents at the security company SOS Cash & Value have been equipped with the intelligent vest from Wearin’, the startup whose Internet of Things (IoT) technology is specifically designed to reinforce the safety and efficiency of its mission-critical teams on the ground. The high-tech vest that SOS Cash & Value’s security guards wear at all times during their mission throughout Switzerland is equipped with environmental and biometric sen...

Comelit-PAC launches ‘game changing’ IP access control

Comelit-PAC is expanding its PAC Access Control Range with the launch of the 511DCi IP One Door Controller. This feature-rich access controller comes with high security as a standard and the renowned quality that is to be expected from the company that pioneered proximity access control. The new PAC IP single Access Door Controller from the security specialist has been designed with the equal capability of the unrivalled 512 DCi 2 door controller, with the innovative advantage of supporting one...

KEYper Systems and iDter exhibit AI technology that protects keys, assets and outdoor property from vandalism and theft at NADA 2023

KEYper Systems, an ASSA ABLOY company and a global provider of innovative key and asset control management solutions, together with iDter, an award-winning developer and manufacturer of an artificial intelligence (AI) surveillance system that puts an end to loitering and property crime, will showcase their joint commercial security solution at NADA 2023 event. KEYper Systems and iDter will be at Booth 233 during NADA 2023, the auto industry event of the year, which is taking place from January...

KEYper Systems and iDter exhibit AI that protects keys, assets and outdoor property from vandalism and theft at NADA Show 2023

KEYper Systems, an ASSA ABLOY Company and global provider of innovative key and asset control management solutions, together with iDter, an award-winning developer and manufacturer of an artificial intelligence (AI) surveillance system that puts an end to loitering and property crime, will showcase their joint commercial security solution at NADA Show 2023. KEYper Systems and iDter will be at Booth 233 during NADA Show 2023, the auto industry event of the year, January 26-29, 2023, in Dallas, T...

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