Surveillance & Security News for February 2026

February 2026, Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has further strengthened its external security team with the appointment of Dan Miller, who will focus on the London and South-West. Dan joins Mayflex from Veracity, where he served as the Lead UK Systems Sales Manager. He brings extensive experience from across the security sector, having previously worked as a Senior Security Consultant at Westronics Ltd, supporting a wide range of projects and customer requirements. Strong c...

Ken Gould Consulting is proud to announce the appointment of Lew Walters as Senior Consultant. Known throughout the professional security community as the “Security Guru,” Walters brings over 55 years of experience to the firm, further strengthening its position as a leader in strategic security advisory. Walters’ career is distinguished by deep involvement in both the manufacturing and monitoring sectors of the alarm industry. He has held pivotal roles including National Sale...

At FENCETECH 2026, Nice, a pioneer in smart living and perimeter access solutions, is highlighting its complete, end-to-end gate and access control portfolio, bringing together the innovation of Nice and the proven reliability of HySecurity under one unified ecosystem. Nice’s presence at FENCETECH reinforces how its broad portfolio supports every stage and environment of a project—from design-forward residential properties to the most demanding commercial, industrial, and high-secur...

Zimperium, the pioneer in mobile security, announced new research from its zLabs threat research team revealing a large-scale Android surveillance campaign dubbed Arsink RAT, a cloud-native Remote Access Trojan (RAT) designed to harvest sensitive data and give attackers intrusive control over infected devices while blending into legitimate cloud traffic. The investigation, titled “The Rise of Arsink RAT,” identified 1,216 unique malicious Android app samples, tied to 317 distinct co...

DigiCert, a foremost global provider of intelligent trust, released its Q4 2025 RADAR Threat Intelligence Brief, delivering data-driven insights into how global internet demand and cyber threats converged during the fourth quarter. Drawing from trillions of network events across DigiCert’s global security platform, which includes UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect, and UltraWAF, RADAR provides one of the most comprehensive views of today’s evolving threat landscape.  The Q4 RAD...

AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and the USA has announced they have completed the Genetec certification process for the AMG Integration with Security Centre and have been officially certified by Genetec.  Purpose of the integration Integrating AMG switches with the Genetec Security Centre environment allows Genetec users to gain insights and control over their AMG industrial or commercial-grade switches. Now, the AMG570 and AMG510 series models are visible within the Genetec environment...

Atos, a foremost provider of AI-powered digital transformation, has worked with National Grid to develop Triton, an innovative new Digital Twin and Data Visualisation Tool that will revolutionise electricity infrastructure planning. Future of electricity network Triton will enable National Grid to accelerate how it plans the future electricity network and support the significant increase in energy demand required to achieve Great Britain’s decarbonisation goals. Triton is a new advanced...

Nozomi Networks, the pioneer in OT, IoT and cyber‑physical system security, announced that Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has completed its acquisition of the company. Originally announced on September 9, the transaction marks the start of a new phase of growth for Nozomi Networks while preserving the company’s independent operations, vendor‑neutral technology roadmap, and established go‑to‑market partnerships. As a wholly owned subsidiary, Nozomi Networks will continue to support the f...

Hakimo, the pioneer in AI-powered physical security monitoring platforms, announces the launch of Forensic Search, a new capability that allows security teams to instantly search and investigate video footage using natural language without the need of any expensive server infrastructure. With Forensic Search, users can simply type queries like “person in a red shirt,” “person opening car door,” or “red car in parking lot,” and retrieve relevant moments from h...

DeterTech is advising members of the public to take sensible precautions following a sharp increase in metal prices that is driving increased rates of catalytic converter theft across the UK. The increase in the price of precious metals found in catalytic converters has risen by 37% over the past six weeks, driving more opportunists and Organised Crime Groups (OGCs) to target vehicles for these valuable materials. The reports indicate car parks at hospitals, train station, and shopping centres...

Smiths Detection, a pioneer in threat detection and security screening technologies, announces that its industry-pioneer 3D X-ray scanner, the HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX, has been deployed by London Heathrow Airport as part of a £1bn technology upgrade to become the largest airport to fully revolutionize the security screening process. Smiths Detection’s technology will create a smoother, faster experience for travellers by allowing them to leave liquids and electronic devices in their hand...

Hikvision announced it has been awarded ISO/IEC 29147:2018 and ISO/IEC 30111:2019 certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI), a globally recognised standards and certification body. The achievement endorses that Hikvision’s vulnerability management practices aligns with the international standards. Jointly developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ISO/IEC 29147 and ISO/IEC 30111 provide a st...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, releases healthcare-specific insights from its 2026 State of Physical Security Report. Based on insights from physical security professionals worldwide, including those working in or with the healthcare sector, the report shows healthcare organisations continuing to favour hybrid-cloud deployments while increasing focus on access control, AI, and cross-department collaboration. Hybrid-cloud deployments Hybrid-cloud deployment...

Everon, LLC, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, announces the expansion of its remote video monitoring portfolio with an enhanced active video monitoring service designed to deliver proactive threat detection and response for commercial environments at its UL-Listed redundant monitoring centers. Leveraging existing camera systems and infrastructure, the so...

COMAU has deployed its in.Grid Robot Monitoring platform at IVECO’s Valladolid plant in Spain, helping support the customer’s industrial digitalisation strategy. Developed to enhance operational visibility and improve maintenance efficiency, the cloud-based system monitors COMAU robots on IVECO’s Door Ring and Mascherone assembly lines. COMAU’s in.Grid Robot Monitoring system autonomously captures production and process data, identifies performance deviations, signals an...

OSI Systems, Inc. announced that its Security division has been awarded a contract to deliver multiple screening technologies for an upcoming major sporting event being held this winter in Europe. These systems will be utilised to screen people, baggage, and cargo, supporting a safe and seamless experience for athletes, officials, and fans from around the world. Protecting a celebrated event “We are honoured to help protect one of the world’s most celebrated sporting events,&rdquo...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, today announced its partnership with Stern Grove Festival, the oldest nonprofit music festival in the country, providing free performances in San Francisco for over 88 years. Evolv Express® weapons detection systems have been installed and were operational in time for the festival’s opening weekend on June 15, 2025. The systems are placed a...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announced that Evolv Express® has been selected by FIFA to help transform the fan experience as they enter the stadium at the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™. Evolv Express® provides weapons detection technology and is designed to efficiently screen people as they pass through at their natural walking pace without removing all...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announces its partnership with Rahway Public Schools in Rahway, NJ. The district recently installed Evolv Express® and Evolv eXpedite™ systems at its gymnasium and performing arts entrances, marking a significant step forward in school security. The combination of Express and eXpedite will allow students to be screened without having to take laptops out...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announced the appointment of Mr. Chris Kutsor as Chief Financial Officer.  The appointment will be effective one business day following the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. Accomplished leader “We are thrilled to welcome Chris to our leadership team at this pivotal...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announced that it recently entered a partnership with Cosm, the immersive entertainment company pioneering new ways to experience sports and entertainment content. The partnership brings Evolv’s advanced Express systems to Cosm’s first two locations, in the Los Angeles and Dallas metro areas. Express will be used to help deliver the secure, fa...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announced an extended and expanded relationship with the San Francisco Giants. Under the new agreement, which will see Evolv designated as a Proud Partner of the team, the existing fleet of 20 Evolv Express security systems will be swapped for Evolv’s latest Gen2 units offering enhanced mobility and easier deployment. Evolv Express systems have...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announced the expiration of the previously disclosed 60-day cancellation period, under which a limited number of the Company’s K-12 education customers could cancel the remainder of their subscription contracts with the Company as part of Evolv’s resolution with the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Contracts and revenue Of t...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announced that its Evolv Express® weapons detection systems will be deployed at entrances at T-Mobile Park, home of Major League Baseball’s Seattle Mariners, for the team’s 2025 Opening Day. The ballpark-wide deployment represents an expansion of the relationship between Evolv and the Mariners, which began with a partial Express...

Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announced that it recently entered a business partnership with Sports Illustrated Stadium, home of Major League Soccer’s New York Red Bulls.  The partnership, through which Evolv has been designated as the Stadium’s “Official Fan Screening Partner,” will include deployment of Evolv Express® systems at the Stadium...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announces that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has appointed John Kedzierski as the Company’s new Chief Executive Officer, President, and as a member of the Board, effective December 16, 2024. Mr. Kedzierski will succeed Michael Ellenbogen, who has been serving as the Company’s Interim President and Chief Executive Officer since October. Mr. Ellenbogen...

Evolv Technology, a foremost security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, today announced that it has resolved the United States Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) inquiry into certain aspects of the Company’s prior marketing claims. While Evolv disagrees with the FTC’s allegations, and has not admitted any wrongdoing, it has chosen to resolve the matter to focus on its core mission of protecting lives through innovation and mai...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announces that its Evolv Express system has been recently deployed at Target Centre, home of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx professional basketball teams. Evolv is the Preferred Patron Screening Provider of Target Centre, a multi-use arena in downtown Minneapolis. Upon deployment, the Express system was immediately put to the test as it was used to screen recor...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based screening designed to create safer experiences, announces that on October 30, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) terminated Peter George, President and Chief Executive Officer of Evolv, without cause, effective immediately. The Board has appointed Michael Ellenbogen, Evolv’s Chief Innovation Officer and a member of the Board, as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Ellenbo...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announces a new partnership with Boston Common Golf, one of six teams in TGL presented by SoFi, the new golf league created by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy in conjunction with the PGA TOUR. Evolv is now an ‘Official Partner of Boston Common Golf,’ who will use the Evolv Express® systems to screen guests upon entry to SoFi Center, the new purpose-built venue at...