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Supporting site safety ahead of the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced its innovative WES3 system has been selected for three key construction projects. Working closely with its regional partner, EUROFEU, Ramtech has supplied its EN54-25 compliant WES3 wireless fire and evacuation system for the Olympic and Paralympic Village, the Adidas Arena and the Aquatics Centre, delivering enhanced worker safety during tempor...

Invicti, the pioneering provider of application security testing solutions, announced Invicti API Security, merging comprehensive API discovery with proactive security testing into a single solution. The growth of service-based architectures has driven an explosion in APIs, creating yet another expanding attack surface for security teams to address. As development teams embrace the productivity benefits of AI code assistants, API creation accelerates further. But while AI code assistants are bo...

Whilst the transformative capabilities of AI have captured the global consciousness, the sustainability of its usage is one such topic that has been slow to attract attention. Due to the intense computational power needed to run and train AI models, the energy consumption of these computers is immense, with one study by Cornell University showing that training some models, such as GPT-3, burned up to 500 metric tons of CO2, comparable to a coal power plant running for 10 hours. AI-powered ph...

Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler announced the closing of its $12.5M funding round. With this new funding, the company will enable European Service Providers and Companies to take back full independence and control over their data, infrastructures, and costs. Data security challenges More than 180 billion Terabytes of data will be produced in 2025, and 75% of this will be created and processed at the edge. This explosive growth raises data orchestration complexity, cybe...

A number of key improvements to the online engineering tools provided by NSK, a pioneer in motion control solutions, serve to boost the work efficiency of customers. For instance, easy-to-use tools such as NSK Online Catalogue, Technical Calculations and 2D/3D CAD Data (all previously independent) are now linked. Design engineers can therefore select bearings, confirm specifications and download CAD data as part of a one-stop solution. In another improvement, a new function in Technical Calcul...

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce that ZeroNow has welcomed RAD as an Industry Partner in its quest to bring the number of victims of school violence to zero. RAD delivers cost-effective artificial intelligence-based security solutions that can help schools improve safety and efficiency. RAD technology augments the capabilities of staff to provide higher levels of situational awareness at a low cost,...

Matrix, a pioneering OEM manufacturer specialising in Security Solutions, has joined hands with Magtech Security Systems (P) Ltd to deliver state-of-the-art physical security solutions. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance security infrastructure and provide unparalleled safety measures for businesses and enterprises. Through this integration, Matrix leverages its expertise in advanced security solutions to seamlessly integrate with Magtech’s entrance access security systems, offe...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based screening to create safer experiences, announces the evolution of its relationship with Major League Soccer’s Charlotte Football Club. The team is now using Evolv Express® systems for threat detection at its training facility, Atrium Health Performance Park. Evolv Express is installed at Bank of America Stadium, which is owned and operated by Tepper Sports & Entertainment, and home to Charlotte FC and the Carolina...

Automated operation is a key function for expanding rail capacity and strengthening the performance of railways. Working together with S-Bahn Berlin, Siemens Mobility has installed and will be testing an obstacle detection system – a key technology component for enabling fully automated driving – for the first time during regular daily operation.  The project’s goal is to thoroughly evaluate the performance of the new obstacle detection system during daily operation in va...

Ajax Systems is proud to announce its victory at the PSI Premier Awards 2024. The company's KeyPad TouchScreen Jeweller device has been named the winner in the Access Control Product of the Year category. The PSI Premier Awards, organised annually by PSI Magazine, a top professional security media outlet in the UK, celebrate the pioneering technologies and businesses in the security sector. Winners are selected by security installers and systems integrators through votes on the PSI website. DE...

LenelS2, a global pioneer in advanced physical security solutions, has announced the launch of OnGuard® Cloud, a managed service leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver the feature-rich OnGuard access control system in the cloud.  OnGuard Cloud allows organisations to focus on their security operations by eliminating the IT burden of managing and maintaining their OnGuard software and servers, all while maintaining control over their unique environment configurations. Lene...

An ideal manufacturing workshop features continuous monitoring of all machines and processes, offering a comprehensive view of the production line. This visualisation transforms complex data into easy-to-understand visuals, enabling quicker decision-making and proactive issue resolution. With full visibility, businesses can gain deeper insights into their operations, streamline processes, and enhance overall productivity.  Production efficiency Here are three ways production line visuali...

Allied Universal®, the pioneering provider of security solutions for the government sector, has released a 2024 special report titled Physical Security During an Election: Expect the Unexpected and Prepare for it All.  The report utilises intelligence and experience to identify potential physical security threats that could impact the safety and operations of businesses and their assets in the U.S. during a presidential election. Risk of violence “A partisan environment is see...

dormakaba announces the opening of a hub, including a new production facility in Montreal, Quebec. The new facility merges all former Access Solutions sites in Canada under one roof, supporting the growing global demand for access control solutions in the segment of hospitality. Till Reuter, CEO of dormakaba, who inaugurated the hub and production centre, says: “The opening of our new facility in Canada is part of the ongoing optimisation of our global manufacturing network, hence our gro...

Progress, the trusted provider of AI-powered infrastructure software, announced new and powerful enhancements in the latest release of Progress® LoadMaster® 360, its cloud-based unified application delivery platform. These enhancements help organisations protect their web applications against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and provide customers with an optimal application experience. With the release, Progress provides customers with an e...

Camden Door Controls is pleased to introduce to the market the CX-ED0010 Electromechanical Cabinet Lock. Representative of the impressive technological evolution in secure locking systems, it is designed for a variety of enclosures that use swinging doors, drawers, and sliding doors. This lock introduces the flexibility of operating in either field selectable fail-safe or fail-secure modes and supports both 12V and 24V power supplies. Functionality of the CX-ED0010 This flexible and affordab...

HID®, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced an extended partnership with its trusted partner Inner Range, a global provider of integrated access control systems and solutions, to offer Inner Range customers a new range of SIFER credentials compatible with wallet-enabled readers, based on HID’s signature line of access control readers, HID Signo®. Mobile access “The sheer opportunity to further deepen collaboration with our partners excites us,” says Steve...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security Safety Act Designation, and Aegix Global, a Utah-based provider of industry-pioneering safety and personal protection resources technology, announced that they have successfully deployed ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection and situational awareness software in more than 200 Utah schools. ZeroEyes’ software has been integrated into the Aegix AIM active incident...

D-Fend Solutions, the pioneer in field-proven radio frequency (RF), cyber-based, non-kinetic, non-jamming, counter-drone takeover technology, announced the release of EnforceAir2 version 24.04.2, which includes all upgrades to the system released since the launch of the product last year. This new software version comprises major upgrades to its award-winning capabilities and builds upon its proven C-UAS power, performance, portability, and range. Version 24.04.2 of EnforceA...

According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), smoke and toxic gases are the most significant factors in loss-of-life fires. Almost 70% of all building deaths are associated with smoke inhalation. The prompt and safe evacuation of building occupants and immediate notification of the fire department are the primary means to prevent loss of life, as well as loss of property. The principles for saving building occupants from a fire are delineated in NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, and N...

Videx Security has announced its new Klass Monitor. This latest innovation in the Videx IPure range combines the latest technology and modern design to provide a leap forward for smart building entry solutions. The Klass Monitor provides a wide range of smart integration with various systems, including building and home automation, third-party CCTV picture-in-picture, anti-intrusion, full video and speech intercommunication and access control. Built on standard IP protocols, it guarantees limit...

Sepura confirms that the Secretary of State in the Cabinet Office has revoked the Final Order imposed on Sepura pursuant to section 27 of the National Security and Investment Act 2021. The original order was made by the then Secretary of State for the former Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. On 27 June 2024, the Secretary of State in the Cabinet Office revoked the Final Order following Sepura’s return to UK ownership. This has the effect of removing all the requireme...

The Buncombe County Public Safety Communications Centre (BCPSC) became the 145th Emergency Communications Centre (ECC) in the United States and the 13th ECC in the state of North Carolina to implement the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP).  Launched in 2011 as a public-private partnership, TMA’s ASAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm monitoring centres to Emergency Communication Centres (ECCs).   Agre...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, has announced that it has secured a $1.9 million deal with a South African energy company. The deal is the largest in Blackline’s Middle East & Africa (MEA) region (Rest of World segment) and marks the company’s first significant contract in Africa. The energy company purchased approximately 500 G7c devices for their plant workers and almost 500 G6 devices to protect their contractors while they are on site...

A few decades ago, people lived with minimum security. Only a few facilities hired physical security, but most buildings relied on locks and vigilance. Currently, some companies are integrating modernised video security with other building systems. For example, the video integrated with access control allows security to visually verify individuals entering secured areas. Video security Video security has evolved over the last few years from single-application technology to solutions that...

Arana Security, a specialist in providing end-to-end security systems for businesses, has chosen Custom Consoles control room desks for a major client in the manufacturing sector. The project includes a main desk and supervisor’s desk from the Custom Consoles SteelBase series plus a MediaWall and auxiliary furniture. Arana Security was founded in 2013 to serve a growing market of smart card solutions and security systems. In 2015 it started to move towards providing clients with the advan...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that Heathrow Airport’s multi-year investment in Genetec solutions is enabling them to continuously innovate and transform operations. The joint effort provides Heathrow with a unified view across large-scale airport operations to secure people and assets, bringing efficiency and enhancing the passenger experience while ensuring data privacy and cyb...

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, announces the launch of its new I-Mobile System, ushering in a new era of advanced transit video surveillance. The new solution delivers high-performance 4K video resolution, ease of scalability and a highly intuitive user interface, providing high-performance mobile security to businesses that operate transit and fleet companies. Innovative I-Mobile System  "Our innovative I-Mo...

Dragonfly and Vismo announce an integration partnership by which intelligence from Dragonfly’s Security Intelligence & Analysis Service will be available through the Vismo platform. Vismo will have access to Dragonfly’s 19,000 location risk scores and associated detailed intelligence reports and incident data. As a result, users of Vismo’s Locate & Protect App will be better protected when they are on the move. Two complementary capabilities The service combines two...

Arcserve, a major data protection and recovery software company, has been recognised for its excellence in SaaS backup, being named Cloud Backup Company of the Year at the Storage Awards 2024. The award recognised Arcserve as a provider of secure and resilient cloud storage and SaaS protection, highlighting the organisation as a trusted provider of data resilience solutions. Cloud data protection The awards showcase the best technologies, products, and solutions across the storage sector Arc...