Access control software News

Driven by the rising adoption of IoT-enabled security systems and cloud-based platforms, the global access control market is expected to grow from USD 10.62 billion in 2025 to USD 15.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.3%, according to new information from research company, Marketsandmarkets. IoT enhances automation efficiency by enabling secure, real-time data exchange, while cloud integration offers scalability, remote monitoring, and reduced maintenance costs. Together, they support advanced...

Intercity has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of software development companies and security services partners that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft Security technology to better defend mutual customers against a world of increasing cyber threats.   The Intercity managed SOC delivers comprehensive 24/7/365 security protection, defending against threats with SIEM (Security Incident Event Management) and XDR (Extended Detec...

Allied Universal, the world's major security and facility services provider, announced that Cameron Kilberg has joined the company as Vice President of Government Relations, reporting to the Chief Communications and Investor Relations Officer Kilberg will lead the company’s engagement with local, state, and federal officials, agencies, and policymakers. Extensive background in government affairs Kilberg brings an extensive background in government affairs and policy leadership Kilberg b...

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand, pioneering in advanced computing, cybersecurity products, mission-critical systems, and vision AI announces the strengthening of its cybersecurity product offering through the integration of Cosmian’s Key Management System (KMS). In an era marked by rapidly increasing cyber threats, it is imperative that French and European companies retain control over the security of their most sensitive data, irrespective of deployment environment. Merger between...

Matrix Comsec, a major global provider of scalable, AI-enabled security and telecom solutions, marked a strong presence at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025, reinforcing its position as a trusted innovator in enterprise-grade security technologies. The event brought together industry pioneers, decision-makers, and security professionals from sectors including Infrastructure, Data Centres, BFSI, and Government across Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam, creating a prime platform for collaboration, knowledge exc...

The OpenID Foundation (OIDF), a pioneer in open identity standards, has released a comprehensive whitepaper addressing the mounting authentication, authorisation, and identity management challenges posed by the rapid rise of AI agents. This critical whitepaper, “Identity Management for Agentic AI: The new frontier of authorisation, authentication, and security for an AI agent world,” which is STRICTLY EMBARGOED until 9 am (ET) Tuesday 07 October, was researched and compiled by the O...

Cybersecurity experts are warning that too many organisations are treating resilience as a compliance requirement rather than embedding it into core business strategy, leaving them dangerously exposed to cyber attacks. According to Gartner, resilience is too often viewed as a “tick-box” exercise focused narrowly on metrics or recovery documentation. Instead, experts stress the need for cross-department collaboration, regular testing through simulations, and executive-level involvem...

The newly formed Security Guarding Leadership Group (S12) met with Security Minister - Dan Jarvis MBE for the first time at the International Security Expo, Olympia London, and announced Paul Evans (CEO, Carlisle Security) and Peter Harrison (FGH Security) as Chair and Deputy Chair of the Group, which brings together a diverse team of elected leaders from across the security industry.  The Group will regularly engage directly with the Minister, Homeland Security and the Security Industry A...

Just a few months after the release of RDID 1.0, Spotter Global is proud to announce the release of RDID 2.0. This sensor is for detecting and tracking FAA-compliant Wifi and Bluetooth drones as well as their pilots. Upholding the Spotter Global motto, “First to Detect, First to Protect™”, RDID 2.0 will empower law enforcement and security personnel with a cost-effective solution to reliably detect 90+% of drones in their airspace, with zero false alarms and swiftly reach the...

Dataminr, the pioneer in AI-powered real-time event, threat & risk intelligence, announces the expansion of Intel Agents to cover the full spectrum of events discovered across the physical world. This groundbreaking use of Agentic AI for real-time intelligence deploys AI agents at scale to uncover and deliver the most relevant event context. By revolutionising how organisations rapidly understand, contextualise, and respond to events across the physical world, this launch marks a seminal m...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is exhibiting at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana, from Sept. 29th -Oct. 1st. At Booth 1955, the company will demonstrate how its proven products, digitally enabled solutions and service offerings are transforming security into a data-driven, ROI-focused discipline that enhances safety, efficiency and corporate responsibility. Drawing on insights gleaned from listening sessions with...

According to the newly released 2025 Access Control Report from global research firm Omdia, Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, continues to expand its share of the global access control software market, maintaining its #2 position worldwide.  In an industry shaped by mergers and acquisitions, the report shows that Genetec achieved the highest organic global market share gain in on-premises access control software. For customers, partnering with a co...

Omny has selected Thomas Fetten to lead its next phase of growth, as the company helps organisations around the world make sense of complex operational data, identify hidden security risks, and better protect critical infrastructure. Fetten will officially assume the role on 1 October 2025.    Fetten brings more than 25 years of global leadership experience in technology, cybersecurity, and managed services, including senior executive roles at Deutsche Telekom Security, Secure Link/Or...

St John’s College, one of the historic colleges of the University of Oxford, has significantly strengthened its cybersecurity posture with the implementation of a Managed Vulnerability Management (MVM) programme delivered by long-term partner ANSecurity.   Founded in 1555, St John’s supports a diverse community of more than 600 students, a large number of staff and over 100 academic fellows across multiple sites in Oxford. With a small in-house IT team and growing cyb...

In this increasingly connected world, technology has transformed the way people approach safety and security. While on-site security measures such as CCTV cameras and alarm systems have been standard practice for decades, the landscape is rapidly shifting. Central to this evolution is the increasing reliance on remotely monitored systems, which promise enhanced efficiency, coverage, and peace of mind. Traditional security systems These systems provide real-time responses to unfolding event...

Effective venue security is the foundation of a successful event. It is the responsibility of event organisers to provide a secure environment where attendees can enjoy themselves without any concerns for their safety.  Failing to prioritise security can lead to potential risks such as accidents, theft, violence, or even terrorism, which can have severe consequences for both individuals and the reputation of the event. In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring the safety and security of...

BIRD Aerosystems, a global provider of innovative airborne defence solutions, announced that it has achieved a significant milestone with the certification of a new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by the Israeli Civil Aviation Authority (CAAI) for the KING AIR 350C platform.  This STC enables comprehensive enhancements tailored to Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and special mission operations, dramatically increasing the aircraft’s versatility and mission rea...

Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, and its parent company DigiFlight, announced it has been named a finalist in three categories at the 2025 Cybersecurity Awards hosted by The Cybersecurity Association, Inc.  The honors spotlight Camelot’s innovation in technology, commitment to workforce development, and impact as a trusted government partner. The recognition reflects Camelot Secure’s groundbreaking work advancing its Secure360 platform, which unifies cybe...

Navigating through the annals of airport security, one discerns a compelling narrative of evolution and innovation tailored to address the fluctuating threat levels and the burgeoning number of air travelers globally. From manual checks to the current era, where technology plays an instrumental role in securing airports, the trajectory of advanced airport security systems illustrates a relentless pursuit of enhanced safety and efficiency. The paramount need to shield airports from potential...

The vibrant and perpetually bustling environment of casinos, with high monetary stakes perpetually exchanging hands, necessitates an impermeable layer of security. To ensure the safety of patrons, staff, and assets, casinos worldwide have long invested in sophisticated casino security systems that amalgamate surveillance, access control, and data protection into a unified safety net. The complexities of safeguarding a space that is simultaneously a leisure hub and a fortress of significant f...

Universities, the epitome of knowledge and development, are intricate environments where diverse activities unfold simultaneously, from teaching and research to social and cultural events.   Given the multifaceted nature and the imperative to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and assets, the relevance of deploying comprehensive university security systems has become paramount.  These systems not only protect physical and intellectual assets but also strive to create an env...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the global body for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, has launched its Benchmarking Report 2025, the first comprehensive study of security operations across higher education institutions in the UK and internationally.  The report was compiled in partnership with ISARR, a bespoke risk, resilience and security management provider with a long-standing relationship with AUCSO. In an increasingly complex risk...

Espria, a major UK managed services provider, announced it will be hosting "SOC vs The Clock," a high-intensity, immersive simulation event in partnership with Sophos. This experience is designed to provide IT and finance/operational leaders with a first-hand experience of the speed, impact and financial ramifications of a cybersecurity breach. "SOC vs The Clock" is a first-of-its-kind event that brings together the IT and finance/data functions to tackle a simulated cyber-attack, providing...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, has announced its participation in Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025. At the event, Genetec will demonstrate the latest advancements in physical security systems, including its enterprise-grade Security Center Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution.  Scheduled to run from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025 offers an ideal platform for Ge...

Dell Technologies announces significant private cloud infrastructure advancements to help customers manage both traditional and modern workloads with greater speed, efficiency, and security. Many IT teams struggle to handle the demands of both traditional and modern workloads while dealing with rising costs, evolving virtualisation needs, and vendor lock-in concerns. Organisations are adopting disaggregated private clouds built with virtualisation-optimised compute, storage, and cyber resilie...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced the addition of cloud-native audio communications capabilities to Security Center SaaS.  Building on more than a decade of experience in delivering intercom and SIP-based audio solutions in its on-premises platform, Genetec is now bringing real-time voice capabilities to the same intuitive cloud-based interface that already unifies video, access control, and intrusion monitoring. Whether handling day-to-...

ABEX, a provider of research-driven algorithmic execution strategies for digital assets, and Hidden Road, a major multi-asset prime brokerage, clearing, and financing platform, announced an integration enabling ABEX advanced algorithms to be deployed by Hidden Road’s institutional client base.  Through this integration, Hidden Road clients globally will be able to gain access to ABEX agency execution capabilities — allowing them to trade across fragmented digital asset markets...

FireMon, the major network security and firewall policy management company, announced native support for NVIDIA Cumulus in FireMon Policy Manager.  This provides unified policy visibility, change automation, and compliance assurance for data centres running Cumulus Linux–based switching. NVIDIA Cumulus is a key networking component for data centres that power AI and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Following NVIDIA’s acquisition of Cumulus Networks, the networki...

Gigamon, a pioneer in deep observability, announced executive leadership changes including the appointment of Gareth Maclachlan as chief operating officer, the elevation of Ram Bhide to chief development officer, and the expanded role of Chaim Mazal as chief AI and security officer.  This strengthened leadership team advances the company’s AI-powered deep observability vision while reinforcing its commitment to helping customers eliminate blind spots, optimise network traffic, and re...

Gallagher Security Africa’s inaugural Command the Future 2025 event has wrapped up with resounding success, reinforcing Gallagher’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and long-term growth in Africa’s rapidly evolving security industry. With over 160 attendees, the event brought together industry pioneers, Channel Partners, Consultants, and End Users from across the continent to explore the future of security through hands-on experiences and expert presentations. Morne...