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STANLEY Security to provide major scholarship funding for leadership conference The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA), an authority for campus public safety, announced that STANLEY Security, an integrator of comprehensive security solutions and IACLEA Corporate Partner, renewed its commitment to IACLEA’s educational programs in 2017 as a Premier-level Corporate Partner. Protecting institutions of higher education STANLEY Securi...

BioSign 2.0 algorithm yields matching speed up to twice as fast as the best competitor’s solution Suprema, a provider of biometrics and ID solutions, announced that the company will showcase BioSign 2.0, a game-changing mobile fingerprint authentication algorithm featuring world’s fastest matching speed at Mobile World Congress 2017. BioSign 2.0 features Thanks to the company’s latest artificial intelligence technology, the new BioSign 2.0 algorithm yields...

ICT products and systems are used every day by tens of thousands of companies worldwide With a continued focus on providing clients with superior security integration, Integrated Control Technology have announced the opening of new premises in Amersham, UK. This move is just one step of a strategic plan to develop ICT into a premier global supplier of access control solutions and to meet increased demand for the industry leading ProtegeGX and WX platforms across the EMEA regio...

Sir Malcolm Rifkind will one of the key speakers at Security & Counter Terror Expo 2017 Counter terrorism remains very much in the spotlight, with extremist groups such as the so-called Islamic State continuing to target civilians around the globe. Over the last year, there have been high profile attacks in Normandy, Nice, Paris, Istanbul, Berlin, and New York, while bombings across the Middle East continue to be frequent. European Counter Terrorism Centre Despite these...

The project follows sustainable building practices to minimise its carbon footprint with water-saving technology Multinational property and infrastructure company Lendlease is using IP video entry and access control from Urmet at a 16-storey apartment block and townhouses surrounding the largest park to be built in London for 70 years. Urmet Elektra INOX entry panels South Gardens is part of widespread regeneration at Elephant and Castle in the south-east of the city. T...

HESA boasts a nationwide network of authorised dealers and installers With a continued focus on providing clients with superior security integration, Integrated Control Technology (Europe) Ltd have announced an exclusive distribution agreement with HESA SpA in Italy. This partnership is one more step of a strategic plan aimed at developing ICT into a premier global supplier of access control solutions, and to meet increased demand for the industry leading ProtegeGX and WX plat...

SRC has already begun to play a vital role in bolstering the border security and force protection capabilities SRC, Inc. is expanding its commitment to providing border security and force protection solutions to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions. The evolving conflicts in these areas have created a need for increased border, force, and critical infrastructure protection measures to ensure the safety of soldiers and civilians alike. Lightweight counter-mortar rad...

The LOI is a first step toward closer cooperation between Northrop Grumman and PGZ Northrop Grumman International Trading, a subsidiary of Northrop Grumman Corporation has recently signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Poland’s largest defence company, the state-owned Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), aimed at exploring potential areas of industrial cooperation. Delivering innovative solutions The LOI is a first step toward closer cooperation between Northrop Grumman and...

Care homes present many unique security challenges. Above all, a residence needs to feel like an open, welcoming space. It must work for the resident, and provide a pleasant environment to greet family and other visitors. It should be a home, in every sense. However, at the same time, managers must ensure security of the site, including its staff, sensitive data, and areas where medicines are kept. If there has been an unauthorised access attempt, staff need to know as soon as possible. When res...

The new IoT solutions provide real-time location to locate and monitor critical medical equipment From hospitals to homes, HID Global provides the broadest portfolio of solutions to establish, create, use, and manage trusted identities in the healthcare environment. The company will demonstrate its compliant multi-factor authentication portfolio for electronic prescription of controlled substances (EPCS) as well as solutions to protect patient data. HID Global will also showca...

The event will feature over 25 training classes, ranging from general locksmithing to electronic access control CLARK Security, an Anixter company and a wholesale distributor of physical security products and services, will be hosting its 2017 Midwest Educational Seminar & Product Showcase, March 9-11 at the Hilton Northbrook, located at 2855 Milwaukee Avenue in Northbrook, Illinois. Access control training sessions The event will feature over 25 training classes, o...

Matrix will be showcasing COSEC door controller and SATATYA SAMAS video management solution Matrix, a manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in the ISC West 2017, Las Vegas, USA from 5th to 7th April 2017. Matrix will be showcasing its IP video surveillance and access control solutions at the event. COSEC door controller Matrix is known for offering value driven solutions catering to diverse, complex applications especially fo...

Although not a prevention tool, CCTV can be a deterrent and is important for post incident investigations too Emily Thompson, Marketing Manager of BFT Automation, shares her thoughts and looks at mitigating terrorism through the introduction of physical, technical, and procedural protective measures. General security, such as vehicular access, landscaping, fire evacuation procedure and adaptation of the original building design should be at the forefront of building protectio...

ICPAM 3.0 is the latest update to Identiv’s management application for physical access Identiv announces that it will present Cisco-integrated Identiv Connected Physical Access Manager (ICPAM) 3.0 at Cisco Live 2017 in Berlin, Germany. Cisco Live delivers education and inspiration for technology innovators worldwide. ICPAM 3.0 is the latest update to Identiv’s management application for physical access that is tightly integrated into industry-leading Cisco technol...

A modern hospital demands flexible, modern, secure access control, around the clock and 365 days a year. At Ghent’s new Hospital Maria Middelares, ASSA ABLOY delivered just that. Aperio® wireless locks now protect patients and confidential patient data, as well as medicines and other valuable hospital equipment.  Securing doors with Aperio® wireless locks: Hospital Maria Middelares is a vital part of the health infrastructure in Belgium’s second largest city and must r...

University Hospital Frankfurt is the largest public health facility in the Hesse region, delivering medical care and education through 32 clinics and 20 research institutes. Extensive new construction, expansion and renovation in multi-phase stages have been under way since 2001. The goal is to create a flagship healthcare organisation equipped for the 21st century.As part of the overhaul, hospital managers sought a new secure locking system for a recently completed large building. They turned t...

At present, the United States Border Patrol operates 71 traffic checkpoints, including 33 permanent sites along the border Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announces that not only is it developing new products to take on the increased protection of vehicle checkpoints between the United States and Mexico as part of the Trump Administration's plan to better secure the border but it is...

The strategic agreement to develop  touchless biometric authentication & electronic access control applications CBC Americas Corp., a manufacturer of intelligent security systems announced a strategic business alliance with CrucialTrak an innovator in touchless Biometric Access Control Systems (BACS) and revolutionary pedestrian gates. With this strategic agreement, CBC will partner with CrucialTrak in Japan, Australia, Canada, America, Caribbean, Mexico and Latin Ame...

With the increasing threat of acts of terror and violence, it becomes ever more important to protect crowds of people Oktoberfest, Carnival, Christmas markets, sporting events – protecting public spaces, events and facilities has an entirely new level of urgency due to the global threat of terrorism. MSS (Mobile Screening Solutions) is a newly established security consortium that addresses this challenge by developing a unique, fully equipped screening vehicle as a mobil...

Software House approved the compatibility of the Zenitel AlphaCom solution through their Connected Partner Program Vingtor-Stentofon by Zenitel Group, a provider of critical communication solutions for the security industry, announced its newest integration with Software House C•CURE 9000 from Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls. C•CURE 9000 Security and Event Management platform The enterprise communication server, AlphaCom, integrates with the C&bull...

Matrix Video Surveillance solution for Healthcare provides instant alerts on suspicious activities, thereby safeguarding the visitors as well as patients from dangers Hospitals have large number of people coming in and out daily, which increases the risk of security breaches in the form of crimes and break-ins. Matrix Video Surveillance solution for Healthcare provides instant alerts on suspicious activities, thereby safeguarding the visitors as well as patients from dangers....

The Pulse Access Suite delivers a complete secure access solution for mobile, cloud, and data centre At the RSA Conference 2017, Pulse Secure—Booth Number N4135, launched the Pulse Access Suite, delivering on the promise of secure access for the next generation. The Pulse Secure Access Suite integrates everything needed to enable secure access, simplifying purchase, deployment, and operations while offering more value compared to siloed, multi-vendor solutions. Pulse Se...

MCLASS from LifeSafety Power is the only enclosure that carries both the UL/ULC-listings for integrated power, lock power and remote power LifeSafety Power Inc., Mundelein, Illinois, an award-winning provider of smart power management, and RS2 Technologies, LLC, a technology-driven manufacturer of innovative access control hardware and software, launched a new partnership to bring intelligent power networking to the RS2 Technologies Dealer Network. Based in Munster, Indiana, t...

Jonathan Lewit will touch on the array of connected devices and open platforms in the market ONVIF, a standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced that it will be presenting at TechSec Solutions 2017, February 27-28, 2017, at the Delray Beach Marriott, Delray Beach, Florida, as part of a panel discussion on standards, best practices, cybersecurity, and the Internet of Things.Internet of ThingsJonathan Lewit, Chair of the ONVIF Communication Com...

Over the past 10 years, AISG has built a reputation as an industry leader in IP/IT electronic security American Integrated Security Group (AISG), a full-service security systems integrator headquartered in College Point, New York, is excited to be reaching its 10-year anniversary as a system integrator of innovative high tech security solutions. AISG is proud to celebrate a decade of continued growth; and its commitment to the future of the company and the security industry....

Pass∞ can be completely backward-compatible with existing computer system and could be added to all systems immediately The University of Surrey has developed an innovative ‘all in one’ password system that will allow users to use their face, eyes or fingerprints – alongside or instead of word-based systems – on their work or home computers. Pass∞ improves passwords The new technology, named Pass∞ (Pronouced PassInfinity), can be com...

The ICAO TRIP strategy is designed to assist States in enhancing the fight against terrorism and reducing cross-border crime ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu delivered the opening address to 180 government and industry seminar participants at the ICAO Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP) Strategy Seminar in Antigua and Barbuda last week, acknowledging that global implementation of ICAO’s related Security and Facilitation provisions must be augmented....

Wiegand over-the-air protocol is no longer secure due to its original obscure and non-standard nature Farpointe Data, the access control provider of RFID solutions, is notifying its access control manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and dealers that hacking of access control systems has become a threat far bigger than most think. Protecting their end-users from hackers is imperative for channel partners. Cyber security breaches "The U.S. federal government suffered a s...

Delegations from 39 countries visited TB Forum powered by Intersec TB Forum powered by Intersec 2017 has been a smashing success gathering together manufacturers, developers, solution providers, sales channels, end users, regulators and government officials under one roof. Exposition of solutions and technologies for retail, banks and finance, oil & gas, industries, energy, transport, sport and mass events, city management, government, as so as special meetings and busine...

ASSA CLIQ Remote is also reducing the time empty properties stand vacant between tenancies CLIQ Remote from ASSA, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the manufacturer of door opening solutions, has won the title of ‘Most Innovative New Product’ at the 2017 Housing Innovation Awards. Held at The Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, London, the award was presented to ASSA in recognition of how it is helping transform access control...