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RecFaces, an international facial recognition software developer, has announced its participation in the upcoming Intersec exhibition in Dubai on 16-18 January, 2024. The company will demonstrate its latest advancements in biometrics, including the way its state-of-the-art facial biometric software solution Id-Guard is integrated with Milestone XProtect VMS. Facial recognition software RecFaces had previously announced that its Id-Guard ready-made facial recognition software has been certifi...

Telaeris, Inc., a major provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces its new XPressEntry Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) Emergency Evacuation Mustering with HID’s Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacons and Gateways. XPressEntry RTLS Emergency Mustering adds an automatic method to quickly account for workers and visitors in an emergency evacuation at designated assembly areas/muster points and helps provide first responders with a precise, last known l...

Fime France has become the first European lab and the third worldwide to be accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for biometric testing (NVLAP Lab Code 600365-0). Quality and reliability With this accreditation, Fime can help biometric solution providers demonstrate the quality and reliability of their solutions. It will also support solution buyers, integrators, and platform brand owners to evalu...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is helping California-based firearm dealers to comply with the California law (SB-1384) that is effective January 1, 2024. Hikvision solutions combine the highest levels of performance and value to comply with the new requirements. From large storage capacity network video recorders (NVRs) with high capacity RAID backup recording to...

Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology for 25 years lends its expertise in advanced identity authentication to help organisations in the United States combat the 373 million dollar-a-year problem of buddy punching and time theft according to the American Association of Payroll. By updating outdated time and attendance systems, companies can solve multiple problems including eliminating manual record keeping, increasing worker and management efficiency as well and building te...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics, has been selected in the '2023 Global Top 50 Security Company' announced by a pioneering global security media, A&S International for the 13th consecutive year. List of top 50 companies A&S International annually announces a list of the top 50 companies pioneering the market based on product sales and revenue. Suprema has ranked in the top 50 for 13 consecutive years since 2011.  Additionally, Suprema has been recognised...

RecFaces announces the long-awaited opening of their office in Delhi, India. The company is actively working on opening branches in different parts of the world to stay close to the customers, so Delhi is just the beginning of a big journey. The company reports that the new office will be equipped with a demo room where clients will have the opportunity to get acquainted with RecFaces products live.  Id-Gate and Id-Guard Visitors will be able to see the features of such solutio...

IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technologies, and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), the science and tech arm of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in Singapore, announced that they have signed a master agreement under a Strategic Partnership for Innovation (SPI) to collaborate on research and development in biometrics and forensics technologies. The partnership will accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions to ensure the safety and security of Singapore citi...

Intellicene, the trailblazing pioneer in integrated, intelligent security software platforms, has announced a strategic partnership with Oosto, a provider of Vision AI solutions including facial biometrics. The collaboration supports the integration of Oosto's advanced facial recognition technology within Intellicene's suite of intelligent security software, enhancing Intellicene’s technology offerings to the company’s customer base. Intellicene's Symphia platform Oosto’s AI...

Fingerprint Cards AB and IN Groupe through SPS, its pioneering brand in contactless and dual interface card manufacturing technologies, have come together to collaborate on IN Groupe’s Smart Packaging Solutions (SPS). The partnership supports card manufacturers in scaling up their production of contactless biometric cards. Biometric card solution The partnership between IN Groupe and Fingerprints will facilitate the manufacturing of biometric payment cards that incorporate Fingerprints&r...

Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication, all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.  X-Series “We are thrilled to introduce the new X-Series,” said Greg Yocom, Senior Sales Engineer for Viking Electronics, adding “These intercoms offer our customers the features they want and the reliability they trust.” Built-in HD video camera The intercoms feature a built-in HD video camera with H.264 video compre...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics, has launched ‘BioStation 2a’, the world’s first deep learning-based fingerprint recognition solution providing powerful access control features.  Suprema has pioneered fingerprint recognition technology based on deep learning for the first time in the world. BioStation 2a The cutting-edge AI algorithm based on deep learning is embedded in BioStation 2a. This innovation was achieved through Suprema's expertise i...

Bosch is realigning its Building Technologies division: in the future, the division is to focus on its regional integrator business, with solutions and services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation. Building Technologies division The company plans to sell most of the Building Technologies division’s product business. This includes the Video, Access and Intrusion, and Communication business units, and affects some 4,300 associates at more than 90 locations wo...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has created a series of new and updated government relations and advocacy guides for SIA members: the new Guide to U.S. Biometric Privacy Laws and Guide to Facial Recognition Laws and 2023 editions of the Federal Grants Guide, Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements and Guide to School Security Funding. Author's quote “SIA is proud to serve our members through advocacy efforts that promote the effective deployment of security solutions and advance...

Veridas, the Spanish technology company specialising in digital identity and biometrics announced it has once again been included in the Gartner Market Guides for Identity Verification and User Authentication. The Gartner Market Guides include definitions, benefits, key findings, and recommendations for organisations looking to implement and utilise both User Authentication and Identity Verification technologies for security, risk management, and fraud prevention. User authentication As d...

From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. The event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Live exhibits Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area. An exciting event programme in...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that industry veterans Dennis Connor and Jason Lloyd have joined the company as its new Director of Program Management NA and Regional Business Manager for the Midwest respectively.  Dennis Connor's responsibilities Connor, who most recently served as Program/Project Manager for CX (customer experience) Initiatives at ADT, will spearhead the development of new end-user and p...

The latest addition to Viking’s tough and dependable line of access control products, the X-35 Series provides HD video and voice communication for SIP VoIP phone systems and service providers.   “There is an increasing demand for reliable yet affordable video intercoms, and the Viking X-Series is a great fit for our customers,” said James Catt, Product Specialist for Viking Electronics. Built-in HD video camera The intercoms feature a built-in HD video camera with...

  Veridas, the Spanish technology company specialising in digital identity and biometrics, has received accreditation for its Age Estimation Technology from the UK’s Age Check Certification Scheme (ACCS) for Evaluation Assurance Level 2. Age Check Certification Scheme The Age Check Certification Scheme (ACCS) is a UKAS-accredited conformity assessment body, comprised of auditors, certification specialists, and data protection experts. ACCS independently tests and certifies onl...

Elite Interactive Solutions (EIS), the pioneer in guard replacement services using proprietary intelligence and 100% verified police calls, announces its industry-pioneering remote guarding services are impacting crime prevention at a record pace through the first three quarters of 2023.  Incident management As of Sept. 29, Elite’s Security Operations Command Centre (SOCC) had directly prevented more than 53,000 incidents since the beginning of 2023 and teamed with law enforcement i...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programmes designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralised p...

Attributed to Guy Bauman, Co-Founder & CMO, Ironvest. Ironvest is an all-in-one security and privacy app. Biometrics on social media Guy commented on the launch, “X’s introduction of biometrics is part of a growing trend amongst social media platforms aimed not just at enhancing users’ security but also clamping down on widespread identity fraud and misinformation." "Within the last six months alone, YouTube has asked medical professionals to apply to be a verified &lsq...

The theft of autos, catalytic converters, trucks, construction equipment, and outdoor assets continues to throttle up as criminals focus on valuable parts and components. Vehicle theft nationwide surpassed one million stolen vehicles for the first time since 2008, according to statistics by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). Parts were also pinpointed for black market resale: catalytic converter theft ticked up 1,200% over the last three years.  Niō Guardians using AI-based detec...

iProov, the global provider of facial biometric solutions, has announced a new integration with Ping Identity, a pioneering provider of seamless and secure digital experiences, leveraging PingOne DaVinci™, a no-code identity orchestration service. The partnership will allow joint customers to bring iProov’s patented biometrics solutions suite to the platform to enable users of DaVinci to verify digital identities most safely and securely using proven science-based facial biometrics....

RecFaces, a global provider of Facial Recognition Solutions, announces its participation at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023, which is taking place from October 3-5, 2023, at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre, in Riyadh.   Facial recognition software RecFaces will exhibit its software solutions based on facial recognition technology, which recognises a person or confirms their identity. RecFaces develops box solutions that help to quickly increase the efficiency o...

Dahua's latest DSS Pro V8.3 enhancement equips security personnel with advanced tools, enabling them to rapidly identify and monitor suspicious individuals' movements in just seconds. It is a cutting-edge Video Management Software (VMS) security solution designed for efficiency and scalability. It leverages users' video security systems to help them make informed decisions quickly and serves as the backbone of the operation.   AcuPick Technology The key upgrades primarily focus...

Onfido, the pioneer in automated identity verification, announced the appointment of Daniel Keller as Chief Technology Officer. Daniel brings over two decades of leadership experience to the company’s executive team alongside a track record of transforming and expanding tech-driven products and platforms on a global scale. Daniel joins Onfido from Visable Group where, under his direction, the company transformed from a B2B directory provider to Europe’s pioneering B2B mark...

Allegion U.S., a provider of security products and solutions, unveiled the results of a new multifamily living trends survey that provides insight into the preferences and expectations of the current renters. New technologies, amenities The report, “2023 Multifamily Living Trends: A Study on What Multifamily Renters Desire, Expect and Will Pay More For in Their Residences,” analyses input from over 1,000 survey respondents who currently rent or own multifamily residences or pl...

The identity verification industry has evolved significantly in recent years, expanding its scope beyond traditional Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. As IDV is becoming the new norm, more identity verification providers are vying for the attention of potential customers. While the market is becoming a buyer’s market, it can also be confusing because of the many seemingly similar offers. As Gartner notes, “It is challenging for end-user organisations to select a vendor in a crowde...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the release of its new FLIR FC-Series AI, the latest model in its signature fixed camera (FC) series. The FC-Series AI is a thermal security camera with onboard AI analytics that accurately classifies humans and vehicles for early intrusion detection for perimeter protection and remote site monitoring.  FC-Series AI With video analytics that combine deep neural network (DNN)- and motion-based analytics, the FC-Series AI...