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NAKIVO, a global provider of backup and ransomware recovery solutions, announces the general availability of NAKIVO Backup & Replication v11.2. This release expands platform support and reinforces security and compliance across modern IT environments. With v11.2, customers can confidently protect their environments running the newest VMware and Proxmox releases, while ensuring secure system communications through modern authentication standards. Latest platform version NAKIVO Backup &...

Vismo, the tier-one critical event management company, has appointed Tom Cowling as CEO. He arrives from Ernst & Young, the multinational professional services partnership, where he was a business development director. With a focus on expanding the customer base of the Vismo Locate & Protect App, which has more than 450,000 users, Tom says, “I’m very excited to have joined such a talented team, which has built a number of innovative products, all centred around the crucial p...

Ranger Fire and Security announces the acquisition of Midlands-based MarkOne Safety Solutions, further expanding its presence in the West Midlands and strengthening its capacity to deliver comprehensive fire safety services across the UK. MarkOne Safety Solutions specialises in the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire safety and emergency lighting systems. Over its near 20-year history, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored and high-st...

At ISC West 2026, BCD and EyeOTmonitor announced a strategic partnership that delivers real-time, end-to-end visibility across modern video surveillance environments by combining validated infrastructure with operational intelligence. The partnership gives security integrators and end users a single operational view across cameras, servers, storage, network performance and Video Management Systems (VMS), helping eliminate the blind spots that lead to missed footage, degraded performance, and un...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software has been deployed by Illinois’ Palestine Community Unit School District #3 to help protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats. Safe and supportive learning environment Located in Palestine, Illinois, the district serves s...

WeSuite, manufacturer of award-winning sales management software for security technology providers, introduces Selena AI, embedded intelligence fully integrated within its cloud-based QuoteAnywhere platform. Unlike generic AI tools, Selena is powered by each company’s own sales data, delivering real-time intelligence directly inside the Sales workflow. The result is faster quoting, stronger margin control, and more consistent sales execution. Job-specific recommendations Like QuoteAnywh...

The Life Safety Alliance (LSA), an organisation committed to improving global life safety and security through best practices, networking, and collaborations, announces the launch of the Executive Women’s Leadership Council (EWLC). This strategic initiative is designed to elevate senior women leaders and transform individual excellence into collective industry advancement across the global security and life safety ecosystem. The Life Safety Alliance is a not-for-profit organisation open t...

Everon, LLC, a foremost 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, announced the promotion of Jay Robertson to Chief Business Operations Officer, a newly created executive leadership role reporting directly to Don Young, Chief Executive Officer. Role and responsibility In this expanded position, Robertson will oversee Everon’s centralised, customer-facin...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has acquired Shuretech Ltd, combining established field engineering expertise and a proven service-led operating model within its UK business. About Shuretech Founded in 2011, Shuretech has built its reputation on the installation, maintenance and lifecycle support of gates, barriers, turnstiles, doors and shutters across the South East of England. The company is recognised for its technically skilled engineers, structured preventative maintenance programmes and resp...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in AI-empowered mobile security, released new threat intelligence detailing extended indicators of compromise (IOCs) associated with TaxiSpy, a sophisticated Android banking malware strain targeting mobile users and financial applications. Research The research, conducted by Zimperium’s zLabs threat research team, expands on previously identified TaxiSpy samples by uncovering additional infrastructure, artifacts, and indicators tied to the malware’...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, announced it has been named a pioneer in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CPS Protection Platforms.  Claroty received a designation as a pioneer in the report's second year of publication. Gatner on CPS protection platform According to the report, “Gartner sees the CPS protection platform market as maturing and continuing to grow rapidly as cyberthreat actors (nation states and profit-motivated alike) incr...

From March 23 to 27 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, booth 28099 will feature FLIR’s latest innovations, including the new FCB‑Series AI and the expanding ecosystem of Nexus‑enabled devices.  About the FCB‑Series The FCB‑Series AI brings enhanced imaging performance and built‑in analytics to demanding security environments, reinforcing FLIR’s commitment to delivering intelligent devices that not only capture critical information but interpret it in real time. Alongside it, F...

St Martin’s School has completed a coordinated programme of security upgrades across its main buildings and sports hall, carried out by Amthal Fire & Security during the school holidays to avoid disruption to learning. About St. Martin's St Martin’s is an independent preparatory school in Northwood, educating around 400 boys from age 3 to 13. The school occupies a mix of newer and long-established buildings, and its growing facilities have led to increasing pressure on older in...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a foremost global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, today announced a significant technology deployment for Arteris Litoral Sul, a major highway operator in Brazil.  The project utilises the SecurOS® platform to enhance safety and operational efficiency on the BR-101 highway, a critical logistics route connecting the cities of Itapema and Balneário Camboriú in the state of Santa Catarina. Implementing ISS tec...

Ganesh Jivani, CEO and MD, Matrix Comsec, has been honoured with the Entrepreneur of the Year award at the 13th edition of the ET Now Leaders of Tomorrow Awards 2026, held at Hotel Sahara Star, Vile Parle, Mumbai, on March 6, 2026. Organised by ET Now, part of the Times Network, the Leaders of Tomorrow platform is among India’s most influential initiatives dedicated to recognising and empowering high-growth MSMEs and emerging entrepreneurs. Over the years, the platform has evolved into a...

Can you briefly introduce yourself, your role at Milestone, and what your responsibilities involve? My name is Sebastian Döllner, I am Vice President of Technology Partnerships & Open Platform at Milestone Systems. A key part of my role is to strengthen and nurture Milestone’s collaborations with our tech partners. Our long-standing partnership with Hanwha Vision is one of them – and a very important and valuable one.  Tell us about working with Hanwha Vision &ndash...

Aiphone, the global pioneer in security communication and access control solutions, will showcase expanded AiphoneCloud Remote Management capabilities and introduce AC Nio 3.3 at ISC West 2026. The updates enhance remote system configuration for commercial and property management applications, while AC Nio 3.3 introduces quality-of-life improvements and expanded access control functionality. Attendees visiting Booth #18109 can experience live demonstrations of AiphoneCloud Remote Management...

Five years following the launch of its One Connected World corporate responsibility strategy, TE Connectivity, a pioneer in connectors and sensors, has exceeded several of its goals to be more sustainable, safer and more inclusive. The success of TE's global effort, as detailed in the annual One Connected World report issued today, is the result of both global and local initiatives. Companywide, TE has exceeded its 2025 goal of sourcing 80% of its electricity from renewable sources by 7%, an ac...

Innodisk, a global AI solution provider, presents a comprehensive portfolio designed to accelerate real-world edge AI deployment for industrial applications at Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany. With a strong focus on enterprise and industry AI, Innodisk bridges advanced computing performance with practical system integration to enable scalable, secure, and high-efficiency edge AI implementation. Keeping sensitive data secure At the core of this year’s showcase are Innodisk&rsqu...

Gallagher Security is proud to announce that Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Marketing - the Americas, has been named to the 2026 class of SIA’s Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. The SIA WISF Power 100 recognises women who are making a significant impact on advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and leadership within the security industry. Melissa’s recognition reflects not only her professional excellence, but the meaningful and lasting influence she is having on people, cu...

For decades, security screening forced a tradeoff: stronger protection meant slower lines, intrusive searches, and frustrated visitors. Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a pioneer security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, set out to challenge that assumption — and in doing so, fundamentally changed how millions of people experience security. Since launching Evolv Express® in 2019, Evolv has pioneered a modern approach to weapons s...

As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves beyond a mere tool to perform autonomous tasks, ensuring trust and security has become a critical priority for both governments and enterprises. AI agents can leverage systems and data to enhance operational efficiency, but they also pose tangible risks, including access to sensitive information and potential misuse. Ransomware attacks Recently in South Korea, ransomware attacks and data breaches have targeted major telecommunications companies, fina...

Allied Universal®, the world’s foremost security and facility services company, has been named to the Newsweek list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026 for the third consecutive year. This recognition illustrates the company’s dedication to fostering a supportive, empowering environment where women can thrive professionally and personally. Evaluation process Receiving the highest ranking of five stars, Allied Universal was evaluated by the publication based on its...

AtlasIED, a recognised pioneer in the commercial audio and security industries, has announced the expansion of its global presence with the opening of a new experience center and showroom in Warendorf, Germany. This initiative highlights AtlasIED's ongoing commitment to providing exceptional local customer service and training, and reinforces AtlasIED’s dedication to its European customers. Location The beautiful and historic town of Warendorf has long been a centre of innovation and i...

Commvault announced the expansion of its identity resilience portfolio to include support for Okta. Building on proven protection for identity systems, the new capability enables organisations to rapidly recover their Okta environments from misconfigurations, operational disruptions, and identity-driven cyberattacks.  Okta platform While Okta’s platform is designed to be resilient and help mitigate potential identity-based attacks, when an identity provider is disrupted &ndas...

Commvault, a pioneer in unified resilience at enterprise scale, announced an integration with CloudSEK, a pioneer in Predictive Threat Intelligence and AI-driven external risk monitoring, to help enterprises proactively defend against identity-based cyberattacks fueled by stolen and exposed credentials. Integration benefits This integration brings CloudSEK’s real-time Dark Web Credential Intelligence directly into Commvault’s Active Directory Vulnerability Assessments and Active Di...

Acre Security, a global pioneer in physical security solutions, announced the general availability of its integration between its Acre Intrusion controller family (EVO, Gen1, AIC-1200) and Acre Access Control (AAC). The integration connects access and intrusion into one governed workflow, reducing duplicated user and access credential management and cross-system administration. Acre Intrusion Controller (AIC) Acre Intrusion Controller (AIC) is a proven platform across Europe, while AAC contin...

SiteStream Security, a provider of mobile video surveillance and UL-listed remote monitoring solutions, will introduce its partner-driven solutions to the security market at ISC West 2026, taking place March 23-27 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Showcasing products SiteStream Security will exhibit its three-camera mobile surveillance trailer and its just-released compact dual-PTZ “box” solution. Both are designed for temporary and dynamic environments where fixed infrastructure...

Teleport, the AI Infrastructure Identity Company, announced that it has been named as a 2026 SC Awards Finalist in the Best Identity Management Solution category. The SC Awards recognise the solutions, organisations, and individuals that have demonstrated outstanding achievement in advancing the security of information systems. The Best Identity Management Solution category recognises companies that, as a core pillar of zero trust, deliver identity security protecting all types of identities...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in AI-empowered mobile security, released new analysis outlining how regulatory changes and advances in artificial intelligence are transforming the mobile threat landscape and creating new challenges for enterprises. Mobile first attack strategy Mobile devices and applications now represent one of the largest attack surfaces in the enterprise. As cybercriminals adopt a mobile-first attack strategy, the combination of new regulatory policies and AI-driven developme...