Surveillance & Security News for April 2026

HackerOne, a pioneer in Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM), announces h1 Validation, a new offering designed to help enterprises manage the surge and complexity of vulnerabilities uncovered by frontier AI models. As systems like Claude Mythos and OpenAI’s GPT-5.4-Cyber accelerate vulnerability discovery speed and scale, the gap between discovery and remediation is widening, while adversaries move faster to exploit them. High-severity vulnerabilities New data from the HackerOne...

dormakaba named Heather Torrey as its new Executive Vice President for the Americas. Torrey comes to dormakaba from Honeywell, where she most recently served as the General Manager for the Security and Access Solutions business in the Americas. A proven transformative leader, Torrey brings experience commercial organizations, managing complex channel structures, and working in international environments, including more than a decade in the Asia-Pacific region. Strengthening customer engagement...

Mission 500, the security industry’s nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting children in need across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, is pleased to announce two significant leadership appointments. Tristin Vaccaro, who has been instrumental in expanding Mission 500's impact as Community Engagement Coordinator, has been elevated to Executive Director. Joining her in this next chapter is Phil Leverette, CEO of ECT Fire & Security, who has been named to the Mission 500 Board of Directo...

AMG Systems has announced the release of the AMG840 Series Network Server Appliance, a high performance 1U rack mount platform designed for advanced network monitoring, critical infrastructure, and security led applications. Engineered in the UK and USA and manufactured in the UK, the AMG840 Series is purpose-built to support AMG Net-Hawk, AMG’s network monitoring and management platform. The appliance is also available in entry-level configurations, enabling system integrators and end us...

Reconeyez, a provider of AI-powered, autonomous security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as Vice President - Sales EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as the company enters a new phase of international expansion, having joined the VOSKER group. Peter Young, CEO of Reconeyez, welcomed Mark, saying: “Mark joins Reconeyez at an incredibly exciting time for the business. Having joined the VOSKER group, we are bringing together two industry-leading techno...

Gunnebo Group’s latest CSRD-compliant sustainability report has highlighted clear progress across its business units, with positive shifts in gender balance, increased use of renewable energy and stronger supplier governance. Women now represent 44% of management positions in Gunnebo Safe Storage as a business unit, up from 22%, marking a substantial shift in leadership composition and reflecting continued efforts to build a more inclusive and balanced organisation. Sustainable energy so...

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is proud to announce it has been recognised with two Distributor of the Year awards at the Motorola Solutions Executive Partner Forum, held in Paris from 14–16 April 2026. Mayflex was awarded: Distributor of the Year – Top Avigilon Unity Sales, UK & Europe. Distributor of the Year – Top Avigilon Alta Sales, UK & Europe. Next generation security technologies The awards recognise Mayflex’s outstanding perf...

Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is preparing for a strong return to The Security Event (TSE) 2026 in Birmingham later this month, bringing a wave of new solutions, an expanded European presence, and a continued focus on meaningful industry connection. Taking place at the NEC from 28-30 April (stand 5/F90), the event will provide a platform for Gallagher to demonstrate how its latest innovations are helping organisations unlock more while navigating an increasingly...

RGO College in Middelharnis has selected an Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise network infrastructure solution to ensure secure connectivity for its students and staff. Located in Goeree-Overflakkee. this comprehensive secondary school offers education at multiple levels, including gymnasium, atheneum, HAVO and MAVO1. With approximately 1,000 students, RGO College focuses on inspiring education, personal development and thorough preparation for higher education in a modern and future-oriented learn...

Reflecting on two decades of leadership and impact, Mark Junge, Chief Executive at Gallagher Security, says it was the company’s culture and people that first drew him in and what has kept him there ever since.  “Our strong culture naturally flows through to performance,” he says. “And today, the caliber of people we’re continuing to attract into the business is incredibly high, it’s something I’m really proud of.” Leadership experience Sin...

Zimperium, the pioneer in AI-empowered mobile security, announces new findings from its zLabs threat research team identifying four active Android banking trojan campaigns—RecruitRat, SaferRat, Astrinox, and Massiv—collectively targeting more than 800 banking, cryptocurrency, and social media applications worldwide. The research highlights how these malware families are evolving beyond basic credential theft, using sophisticated phishing infrastructure, deceptive overlays, Accessibi...

ZeroEyes, creators of the AI-powered visual threat intelligence platform, announces the availability of its Public Safety Alerts solution, powered by Samdesk, to deliver real-time risk detection and situational awareness at unprecedented speed and accuracy. The integrated solution enables organisations to move from reactive responses to proactive security strategies by providing verified, contextual intelligence as events unfold. ZeroEyes’ Public Safety Alerts combine advanced artificial...

Totem, operator of one of Latin America’s largest and most advanced video monitoring operations, today announced its continued expansion into the North American security market, offering monitoring centres in the U.S., Canada and Mexico a verified, cost-effective solution for 24/7 remote video monitoring a scalable operations support. As U.S. monitoring centres face growing pressure to expand coverage while managing labour costs, Totem provides a trusted extension of their operations staf...

iDenfy, a global RegTech specialising in identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, shares its newest insights into the synthetic identity fraud crisis, introducing vital adjustments to its Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) platform. Company officials claim that fraud rates have increased at least 15% in various industries, especially in high-risk sectors like iGaming. As a result, the best way to actually combat issues like synthetic ID fraud or gen AI fraud i...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, today released public safety-specific findings from its 2026 State of Physical Security Report, based on a survey of physical security end users, channel partners, systems integrators, and consultants worldwide. Responses from North American public safety professionals show a strong focus on officer safety, increased situational awareness, and faster response times, as agencies work to address rising demands with limited staffi...

Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company, is proud to announce that the Flir Si1 LD acoustic imaging camera has been named “Product of the Year 2026” in the Measurement Technology category by the respected German industry publication Computer & Automation. Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company, is proud to announce that the Flir Si1 LD acoustic imaging camera has been named “Product of the Year 2026” in the Measurement Technology category by the respected German industr...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, has named Peter Hargittay as its new Chief Revenue Officer. He brings more than 25 years’ experience designing revenue systems that align marketing, sales, partnerships and customer success. Hargittay’s background spans branding, demand generation, enterprise sales, partner ecosystems, and post-sale organisations. As CRO for Elite, he will be responsible for all revenue-generat...

Advantex has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to protecting customer data, systems, and operations. ISO 27001 is the internationally recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a structured, risk-based approach to managing sensitive information. This ISO 27001 accreditation confirms that Advantex’s processes, controls, and governance meet rigorous global standards and hav...

The UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, 360 Vision Technology, has been instrumental in the migration of the expansive analogue CCTV network of the New Forest to an economical and future-proofed IP solution – via the use of hybrid cameras and innovative 5G transmission technology. Covering the area’s towns and villages, as well as key parts of the county’s famous rural forest, 360 Vision hybrid technology has been used to ensure a simple up...

Comelit-PAC has launched GDX Next, the next generation of its established GDX door entry platform, designed to support the operational and security requirements of local authorities and private social housing providers managing residential estates. For many years, GDX systems have been installed across local authority and social housing properties, helping to manage secure access to apartment buildings and shared entrances. Remote management strategies As housing providers oversee increasingl...

Gunnebo Canada in partnership with Hamilton Security has delivered a large-scale vault solution for a major third-party logistics provider in Canada’s pharmaceutical sector, supporting a new approach to the secure storage of controlled substances. The project is the first vault of its kind in Canada to be manufactured and commissioned in line with updated Health Canada requirements, enabling the storage of narcotics under multiple licences within a single facility. Meeting regulatory req...

Hot on the heels of last month’s exciting news release announcing the Gallagher Command Centre integration, and now further expanding their unrivalled integration partner portfolio, barox is delighted to announce its new Hanwha Vision integration.  Visitors to The Security Event will be able to see the new integrations showcased on barox stand, 5/F100, alongside several of the Ethernet switch manufacturer’s other market leading partner brand integrations and latest additions t...

An Ensenso 3D camera integrated into an automated process chain ensures accurate detection and alignment of drilling positions in aircraft cabin assembly. In modern aircraft production, precision is everything. Every hole and every fixing point must be precisely positioned to ensure safety and quality. As part of the DiCADeMA project (Digital Cabin Architectures and Design for Manufacturing) led by the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), a novel, fully digitally networked process has been developed....

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a pioneer in digital imaging solutions, announces the release of the MS-510, an innovative multi-purpose camera engineered to meet the rigorous demands of ultra-low-light full-colour video shooting. Building on the success of the MS-500, the new MS-510 is designed to deliver high-fidelity captures of everything from nocturnal wildlife and natural nightscapes to high-security areas such as seaports, public infrastructure facilities, and national borders where "seeing the unsee...

After five years of driving innovation through digital channels, secsolutionforum is set to take the stage in Bologna, marking a pivotal moment in the event's evolution. The exhibition-conference will take place on October 7–8, 2026, at the BolognaFiere exhibition center. Organised by Ethos Media Group, this strategic shift to an in-person format aims to foster deeper connections across the security and cybersecurity ecosystem. The choice of BolognaFiere—a world-class international...

Redsquid, the UK-based managed technology and cybersecurity provider, has announced a significant expansion of its business with the acquisition of Partnership Education, strengthening its specialist education sector capability as it continues to scale across the UK. The acquisition of Partnership Education by B Corp-certified Redsquid, brings a highly established education-focused technology provider and nearly 80 employees into the Redsquid group. It is Redsquid’s biggest acquisition to...

Intercede, a trusted pioneer in identity and credentialing solutions for federal and enterprise customers, today announced that the latest version of its flagship product, MyID CMS 12.18, now supports an extended range of security keys and authentication devices from IDEMIA Public Security (IPS). This expanded integration marks a significant milestone in the complementary use of FIDO2 and PIV (Personal Identity Verification) authentication protocols. The latest IPS devices are the first solutio...

“Our walls are reinforced with steel plating and we have our own dedicated ventilation system. If there’s a total blackout or a long-term grid failure, we’ll continue to operate without a single second of downtime thanks to a multi-layered backup system.” “Even emergency food and water supplies are on-site so we can stay operational, no matter what happens in the outside world.” Pavel Franko, Managing Director for G4S Czech Republic, could be describing an en...

Dallmeier presents the new revision of its proven IPS 10000 recording system. With version MK3, the focus is particularly on cybersecurity: Thanks to the integrated TPM 2.0 security chip, recording can now optionally be encrypted at a significantly higher security level. The requirements for protecting sensitive video data are increasing worldwide – especially in critical infrastructures. With the IPS 10000 MK3, Dallmeier addresses these requirements with a consistent further development...

Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announces an expansion of its Commvault Flex partner ecosystem, extending to Hitachi Vantara and NetApp. Designed for organisations with very large, dynamic datasets, Commvault Flex, previously called HyperScale Flex, delivers purpose-built data protection and resilience with a flexible architecture that connects to external high-performance flash storage pools. Mission-critical applications The demand for AI-ready data centre ca...