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SAS Technology successfully participated in the Hellenic Armed Forces exercise “Aisios Oionos 2025”, held in the wider Alexandroupolis–Evros region.  During the exercise, the company demonstrated for the first time the TALPS (Tactical Autonomous Laser Precision Strike) system — an advanced autonomous precision-strike capability developed as part of the ongoing operational employment of the UCAV SARISA II. The event was honoured by the presence of the Minister of Na...

VAST Data, the AI Operating System company, announced at Microsoft Ignite a collaboration with Microsoft to power the next wave of agentic AI. Available soon to Azure customers, the VAST AI OS provides a simple way to deploy high-performance, scalable AI infrastructure in the cloud. Enterprises will be able to access VAST’s complete suite of data services in Azure, including unified storage, data cataloging, and database capabilities to support complex AI workflows. This integration...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiaries, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), and Robotic Assistance Devices Group (RAD-G), announced that CEO/CTO and founder Steve Reinharz will present at ISC East in New York City Wednesday afternoon on the rise of agentic AI in real time security. His session will feature SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent), the Company...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, announced that it has joined the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform (ADSP) Partner Program as a Select Partner. As part of this programme, DigiCert is working with F5 to deliver integrated solutions that enhance security, improve operational efficiency, and simplify multicloud operations for enterprise customers.  DigiCert brings automated certificate lifecycle management, centralised visibility, and policy-driven cryptographic go...

Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, announced the general availability of Dynamic Threat Range, a groundbreaking new capability within its Immersive One platform that transforms how organisations validate and improve cyber readiness. Dynamic Threat Range runs authentic, full-chain live-fire attacks within supported enterprise environments, delivering a level of realism that traditional log replays cannot match. Powered by a new Infrastructure-as-Code foundation, it enables complex, real...

Ambient.ai, the pioneer in Agentic Physical Security, announced the general availability of Ambient Pulsar, its most advanced AI engine yet. Built on Ambient's edge-optimized reasoning Vision-Language Model (VLM) architecture, Pulsar represents a quantum leap forward that transforms physical security from reactive response to proactive incident prevention. Physical security use cases Pulsar is engineered to reason like a human security operator, only at accelerated machine speed and scale. Tr...

42Crunch, the pioneer in DevSecOps for API security, announced that its freely available API security testing tools for developers—integrated directly into popular IDEs including VS Code, JetBrains, and Eclipse—has surpassed the 2 million downloads worldwide. This milestone reflects the accelerating demand from CISOs for enterprises to adopt a proactive approach to API security.    As AI workloads multiply and organisations rely more heavily on automated systems that consu...

Solink, the pioneer in AI-driven video intelligence, introduced enhanced AI capabilities that accelerate response times and strengthen security operations, transforming everyday security video into business intelligence to improve safety, security, loss prevention and business performance. Security operations centres (SOCs) and frontline teams are facing more threats, more alerts, and more noise than ever before. From false alarms to missed incidents, the critical signals often get buried under...

SoSafe, Europe's pioneer in security awareness training and human risk management, announced the appointment of Daniel Farkas as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) effective immediately and Peter Grausgruber as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective 1 January 2026. The new hires join the executive leadership team as the company enters its next phase of growth and scale.  As CRO, Daniel Farkas will lead all revenue-generating functions, including sales, partnerships, marketing, and customer succe...

Zimperium, the global pioneer in mobile security, revealed findings from its zLabs team showing that thousands of popular Android applications — including top travel, airline, and weather apps — are still using an outdated mapping component that could put users and enterprises at risk. The investigation, titled “Follow the Map to Enterprise Risk: What’s Inside Popular Android Apps,” found that a legacy library known as libmapbox-gl.so, once part of Mapbox GL Native...

On Wednesday, November 19, starting at 08:00 CST, ASSA ABLOY hosts its Capital Markets Day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Nico Delvaux, President & CEO and Erik Pieder, CFO, will provide an update on ASSA ABLOY’s strategy and direction, including an overview of the company’s strategic objectives and priorities to accelerate profitable growth.  The financial targets of an EBIT-margin of 16-17% and annual sales growth of 10% over a business cycle are re-confirmed. No deta...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced at Microsoft Ignite 2025 that its Nutanix Cloud Platform solution will support Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop for hybrid environments. This will enable organisations to run Azure Virtual Desktop on premises on the Nutanix AHV hypervisor, offering a new level of flexibility in how virtual desktops are deployed and managed. This effort aims to meet the evolving needs of distributed workforces and will give IT teams more infrastruc...

Secure Logiq has completed the hardware supply for a significant surveillance and AI infrastructure project in Saudi Arabia, working closely with recent distribution partner Valuable Diamond. The deployment includes multiple petabytes of enterprise storage and high-performance AI servers that will support advanced video analytics and intelligent surveillance for one of the Kingdom’s most prestigious end users. In a region where demand for reliable surveillance infrastructure continu...

Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration, is acquiring Nusource Financial LLC, a pioneering provider of branch transformation, ATM services, and security solutions for financial institutions across the United States. It is anticipated that this acquisition strengthens Convergint’s capabilities in financial services, ATMs, ITMs, Teller Cash Recyclers (TCRs), core integrated ATMs and remote managed services and reinforces an area of strategic growth. Convergint&rsq...

Sielox, the established industry pioneer in intelligent layered access control and crisis event management solutions, is showcasing its latest innovations with Real Intelligence at ISC East 2025 in booth 426. Their flagship access control platform, Pinnacle, offers security teams unprecedented insights and visibility through access and event data. Featuring hundreds of user-selectable filters, Pinnacle gives operators the tools they need to not only collect valuable data, but draw operational i...

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and networking solutions, is showcasing its latest innovations that elevate security and system performance at ISC East Booth 713. Altronix will feature eFlow Pro Series auto-ranging power supply/chargers with enhanced features, Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions, and advancements in LINQ™ network power management, fibre, PoE, and long-range Ethernet for greater flexibility for a broad range of applications. Product enhancem...

FLIR, global pioneer in high-performance marine thermal-imaging systems, is pleased to announce that the Ocean Scout Pro handheld thermal imaging camera, has been awarded top honours in the “Personal Equipment” category at the 2025 DAME Design Awards.  The DAME Design Awards, held annually at Metstrade in Amsterdam, celebrate excellence in marine equipment design, innovation, and functionality. Winning in the category highlights the Ocean Scout Pro’s contribution to enhan...

More than half (52%) of retail workers say they are likely to leave their current job in the next 12 months due to personal safety concerns, according to new research conducted by the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC) and in partnership with Verkada. The State of Retail Safety report reveals an alarming escalation in workplace violence from 2024, and offers critical insight into solutions that can protect retail workers, consumers and inventory without escalating tensions. Key findi...

The Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) has announced MBDA, a world pioneer in the field of complex weapon systems, as the Gold Sponsor for the ninth edition of the exhibition, taking place from 19 to 22 January 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). Held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, Head of State and Supreme Commander of Qatar Armed...

Wavelynx, a pioneer in open and secure access control solutions, announced the appointment of S. Jay Lawrence as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Lawrence brings more than three decades of technology leadership experience, with a proven track record of scaling companies from startup to billion-dollar operations. Mr. Lawrence most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of Equus Compute Solutions, where he drove significant revenue growth and market expansion. His exte...

Vivint, the pioneering US security and smart home company, announces the next generation of outdoor video security: Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro (Gen 3), the only camera with RADAR and Artificial Intelligence that responds to threats by identifying and addressing specific actions and behaviours, not just motion or proximity. Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro (Gen 3) offers reliable and advanced outdoor security and convenience thanks to best-in-class components, RADAR- and AI- behaviour based detection,...

Accredit Solutions, a pioneer in accreditation, credentialing, and access-management technology for major sporting, entertainment, and government events and venues, has announced the establishment of a new local entity in Saudi Arabia, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to the region and its alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Accredit Solutions has supported major projects in Saudi Arabia since 2019, working with NEOM on the NEOM Beach Games (2019–2024) and providing ac...

Almost half (48%) of those who attend religious services say they feel less safe attending in-person due to rising acts of violence at places of worship. In fact, 39% report these safety concerns have led them to change how often they attend in-person services, according to new research from Verkada conducted online by The Harris Poll among 1,123 U.S. adults who attend a religious service or event at least once a month. These findings highlight a growing concern among faith communities about sa...

The Hartford Police Department’s Capital City Command Centre (C4), a state-of-the-art Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) focused on real-time investigations and enhancing case solvability, announced a continuation of its partnership with Axis Communications. The Hartford Police Department (HPD) plans to deploy cameras at 50 additional intersections, which will expand surveillance coverage across key areas of the city and further enhance the centre’s ability to quickly synthesise vid...

Tuskegee University, one of the nation's most respected Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), announced a multi-year, strategic project to implement a fully integrated security system across its campus using Honeywell’s AI-enabled smart access technology. The upgrades will aim to further strengthen Tuskegee University’s commitment to the safety of its students, faculty, staff and visitors.      Tuskegee University will utilise Honeywell’s s...

ELATEC, a pioneering manufacturer of access technologies, specialising in RFID readers and credentials, has released its latest software development toolkit, TWN4 DevPack 5.07. The new version delivers faster performance, stronger security and greater flexibility for configuring and managing RFID readers, enabling flexible and future-proof access solutions.  Future-ready authentication solutions “With every DevPack release, our goal is to make life easier for developers,&...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, is proud to announce that its new Textile Services platform, powering next-generation linen management, has received a Red Dot Award recognising excellence in design concept, interaction, UI and user experience. The hospitality industry often struggles with inflated linen costs and high stress due to outdated inventory systems and chronic overstocking. While many existing RFID solutions offer basic tracking, they fail to turn raw data into...

Tokio Marine Kiln (TMK), a pioneering specialist insurer, announces the appointment of Cesar Silvestre as Head of Cyber Reinsurance Solutions, reporting to Laila Khudairi, Head of Cyber & Enterprise Risk. He takes up his new role with immediate effect and will lead the launch of TMK's new cyber reinsurance solutions offering. Silvestre brings over 12 years of specialised insurance experience to his new role. He joins from Beazley where he served as a Speciality Treaty Underwriter in the pr...

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity-centric security solutions, released its seventh annual Identity Fraud Report for 2026. The report examines global trends, tactics, and techniques used in identity fraud over the past year, providing actionable insights to help businesses protect their customers and operations. Deepfakes and injection attacks on the rise     New data reveals deepfakes account for one in five biometric fraud attempts, and instances of deepfaked selfies...

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand pioneering in advanced computing, announces the rankings of its 58 Eviden-built systems in the TOP500 and Green500, official listings of the world’s most powerful and most energy-efficient supercomputers.  Amongst the 58 Eviden-built systems listed in the TOP500, JUPITER, through its Booster partition, remains the 4th most powerful supercomputer in the world and Europe’s 1st, marking a historic milestone as Europe’s first system to off...