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As part of its global expansion plan, Integrity360 has acquired Grove Group, a long-standing cybersecurity and cloud services company headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.  The acquisition provides Integrity360 with approx. 600 additional customers across 51 countries, a deep partnership with pioneering NDR (Network Detection and Response) vendor Darktrace, and another global SOC (Security Operations Centre) location bringing the group's...

Sustainability is doubtlessly a top-of-the-list issue industry-wide, especially in the hospitality sector. This industry has, in fact, created a serious threat of carbon emissions resulting from the energy used and the subsequent waste, accounting for 5% of world emissions, as approximated by the World Tourism Organisation. As a result, many businesses are now actively seeking innovative technologies to adopt more sustainable practices, from energy consumption to waste management, and ensure th...

With immediate effect, netfiles GmbH, a provider of virtual data rooms and highly secure data exchange solutions, is adopting passkey authentication as an additional and convenient option to log in. Thanks to passkeys, users no longer have to remember passwords and can keep their user accounts reliably protected against phishing and cyber-attacks. It has long been understood that logging in with a password is a not particularly secure way of accessing applications, websites and online shops. Wh...

The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR), an organisation established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process, recently announced a new Vice President.  The new PPVAR Vice President for Alarm Industry role will be filled by Ms. Tammy Cozby, VP of Commercial Monitoring at Everon. With over three decades of experience, Tammy has dedicated herself to central station management within the security sector. Act...

Corsha Inc., a Washington D.C.-based cybersecurity firm, known for its innovative Identity Provider for Machines of all kinds, has been awarded a new contract through a competitive RFP released by the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) for the Department of Energy (DOE). Corsha will join a diverse team led by Michigan Tech University, collaborating with experienced organisations in manufacturing, cybersecurity, and sustainability. Cybersecurity playbook The aim of the...

ALCEA will showcase a diverse lineup of critical infrastructure access management solutions in booth 1642 at the Global Security Exchange, to be held September 23-25 at the Orange County Convention Centre in Orlando.  The company plans to focus attention on its entire resettable line of keyless products. Additionally, other solutions in the booth will include the ABLOY Super Weather Proof Padlock; ALWIN software integration to ABLOY PROTEC2 CLIQ™ CWM remote access control s...

Global security solutions specialist, Gunnebo has achieved the prestigious bronze EcoVadis status, affirming its dedication to evolving sustainable business practices and corporate responsibility. EcoVadis is a globally recognised sustainability rating platform that assesses the environmental and social performance of companies across various industries. It evaluates a company’s performance based on four key categories: Environmental Impact, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustaina...

A North East tech specialist has doubled sales revenues in the last 12 months following a raft of major contract wins across the region’s manufacturing, hospitality and education sectors. Providing technology support services including cybersecurity, data networks, and IP camera and access control systems to regional and national organisations from its Follingsby Park-based head office, Advantex has seen turnover increase to £12 million in FY24. DMARC service The firm, which als...

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) announces its next-generation S300 Pro Surveillance Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), targeting the latest requirements in the surveillance storage market. With capacities up to 10TB and double the buffer size, the upgraded HDDs with conventional magnetic recording (CMR) technology enable surveillance system integrators, system installation providers, and end users to record, store and analyse their video streams from up to 64 high-definition (HD) cameras. S300...

CallRail, the AI-powered lead intelligence platform, announced a partnership with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades. The integration will allow mutual customers – including those in HVAC, plumbing, pest control, and electrical – to access valuable information about their prospects and customers. The integration will ensure that the complete customer journey, from lead to job, is all captured within the ServiceTitan dashboard. Responsive customer experience...

Genetec Inc., a major technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, is pleased to announce its debut at PropTech Connect, taking place at the InterContinental Hotel in London from the 4th to the 5th of September 2024. This two-day event connects real estate businesses, investors, and policymakers across Europe to explore the transformative power of technology in shaping the future of real estate. Genetec Security Centre SaaS Genetec w...

Global wireless solutions provider - Ramtech has accelerated its growth in the US market with the appointment of several key team members, boosting its business capability across the continent.  New appointments Joining the team is marine and federal specialist - Morgan Davis, who brings specialist system integration and programming skills to the firm, alongside Business Development Manager - Luis Suarez. Both will be tasked with increasing awareness of Ramtech’s pioneering fire sa...

Scandit, the pioneer in smart data capture, announces the asset acquisition of shelf audit automation technology from MarketLab, a Polish image recognition and AI software company specialising in the retail industry. As part of the transaction, MarketLab's expert team will join Scandit to build and expand the new offering. MarketLab's expertise in fixed camera solutions complements Scandit's existing ShelfView mobile capture approach to provide a hybrid data capture shelf intelligence solution...

Node4,  a cloud-led digital transformation Managed Services Provider (MSP), has announced a strategic partnership with cybersecurity company Elastio. This collaboration is set to provide Node4 customers with enhanced protection against ransomware by ensuring the integrity of Veeam recovery points, minimising post-attack data loss and downtime. Backups are crucial for protecting against ransomware, but modern threats can infiltrate and hide within data without being detected. This can lead...

Arrow Electronics has developed and launched a resource dedicated to the latest trends in EV charging for the automotive industry. Expanding their comprehensive library of content, Arrow is championing engineers in developing the next generation of electric vehicle chargers and the corresponding software ecosystem that supports them. Online EV-charging resource hub Arrow has introduced a free eBook that delves into the latest developments in EV charging The hub offers design and technical su...

According to Gartner®, by 2028, 75% of enterprises will prioritise backup of SaaS applications as a critical requirement, compared with 15% in 2024. Many of the largest organisations in the world rely on Salesforce as their CRM app that powers their business operations, helping them drive revenue faster. As the single source of truth for many downstream financial applications, Salesforce users cannot risk costly downtime caused by accidental errors or cyber events that can trigger a ca...

Homes without a security system are 300% more likely to be broken into, according to the Pew Research Centre. Despite a decrease in burglary rates, a break-in still occurs every 26 seconds in the US. Zumi’s state-of-the-art gate openers aim to combat this threat, providing robust security solutions that empower customers to protect their families and properties. Zumi incorporates the latest technologies in the design and manufacturing of its products. Zumi gate openers come with an exclus...

Digital access should be quick, secure and convenient. It also needs to be comprehensive: not every opening in a building is suited to a cylinder, escutcheon or security lock. The new SMARTair i-reader brings streamlined digital access to anywhere locking or blocking is automated — from entrance doors and turnstiles to lifts and car parks, including outdoors. Digital access system It’s easy and seamless to add the i-reader to any new or existing SMARTair digital access system, wh...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security Safety Act Designation, announced the availability of ZeroEyes One (ZEO), a first-of-its-kind AI-powered, human-verified gun detection solution available for deployments ranging from 1-16 IP cameras. With this new offering, ZeroEyes’ pioneering proactive security software, which currently protects thousands of buildings for hundreds of customers in 42 state...

What to do if a disaster suddenly strikes? Whether it is flooding, a major fire or a power cut - every second counts in an emergency. Essen was one of the first cities in Germany to prepare for such scenarios with a disaster protection plan. Trade visitors to Security Essen will find out what these plans and measures look like on 20 September 2024, when the organisers will present their concept live at the security fair. “With this, we provide a unique insight into the strategies and tech...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced a partnership with globally renowned security technology provider - SAGE Integration. Together, the two companies will build efficiencies to streamline security operations for their enterprise clients.  One-of-a-kind solution "The partnership with HiveWatch highlights how SAGE aims to work with innovative manufacturers to provide one-of-a-kind solutions for customers...

Viking Electronics proudly announces its commitment to enhancing school safety through the support of Alyssa's Law, which mandates panic buttons in schools to expedite law enforcement response time during emergencies.  Alyssa's Law, named in honour of Alyssa Alhadeff, a victim of the tragic Parkland school shooting, requires schools to install panic buttons for quick law enforcement notification. Viking panic buttons are ideal tools in fulfilling this mandate. The PB-3 and PB-3-IP provide...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, has published its Global Threat Index for July 2024. Despite a significant drop in June, LockBit re-emerged last month to become the second most prevalent ransomware group, while RansomHub retained the top spot. Meanwhile, researchers identified both a campaign distributing Remcos malware following a CrowdStrike update issue, and a series of new FakeUpdates tactics, which...

Connect ONE® from Connected Technologies LLC, in partnership with Cansec Systems Ltd., Mississauga, Can., has added a direct cloud integration with MAP access controllers. Cansec’s signature Modular Access Panels or MAP, are self-contained access controller boards that handle from one to eight doors and as many as 100,000 users. Multiple controllers can also be installed to handle access systems of any size. “We are pleased that Connected Technologies has integrated the MAP...

Over the last several years, cyber security, a crucial component in any servicer's operation, has taken on an increasingly visible role due to numerous high-profile data breaches impacting various industries. According to the cyber security research firm Check Point Research, the average number of cyber attacks per organisation per week rose 38% in 2022 from 2021, and increased by 28% in the six-month period ending March 31, 2024.  The average number of weekly events has also grown year ov...

DNAKE, a major international smart intercom manufacturer with 19 years of experience, starts its market launch in Germany through a co-operation with Telecom Behnke as a new distribution partner. Telecom Behnke has been established in the German market for 40 years and is known for its high-quality, industry-standard intercom stations. Telecom Behnke enjoys a strong market position in Germany with a sales focus on the B2B sector. The partnership with DNAKE brings mutual benefits...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise the security industry. The company projects that its autonomous AI-powered security solutions will deliver an estimated $10 million in human guarding cost savings to its clients in August 2024 alone which clients would otherwise be subject to without the benefit of RAD’s solutions. This achievement underscores RAD&rsqu...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, announced the appointment of Gary Nafus to the Company’s newly formed Chief Sales Officer role and the promotion of Matt Mills to President. This expansion in SailPoint’s leadership team will allow the Company to further execute against the demand for its enterprise-grade identity security solutions. “Matt has played a significant leadership role in SailPoint’s market strategy and opera...

CovertSwarm, a global ethical hacker, red team, and cybersecurity solution provider, launched its Academy Program last September and is welcoming its second intake at the same time this year. The first iteration of the Academy Program proved to be a huge success, with all three academy members kick-starting successful ethical hacking careers at CovertSwarm. The program aims to make careers in cybersecurity more accessible, providing a clear pathway for individuals from any background to receive...

Essence Security, a part of Essence Group, a pioneering technology group developing and supplying wireless, cloud-based security solutions for homes and businesses, announced the integration of its proactive, smoke-generating intruder prevention solution, MyShield, with major monitoring station software providers around the world – the most recent and notable being EBÜS, from German software company Accellence, and American provider COPS Monitoring. Additional software providers inte...