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Sentry Enterprises, a cutting-edge company that is transforming what identity means across the physical and digital worlds, announces an alliance with Allegion for customers seeking “trusted-identity” utilising two-factor biometric authentication without expensive infrastructure investment. Allegion, with pioneering brands like Schlage®, Von Duprin® and LCN®, specialises in security around the doorway and beyond, with products that help keep people safe and...

Nearly half of America's frontline workers would quit their jobs if they could afford to, citing threats to their personal safety at work, according to the 2023 Verkada Workplace Safety Survey.  The study found that 76 percent of employers have experienced a security incident in the last year, and a majority of frontline workers feel that the threat of physical harm is on the rise. Solutions of Verkada Safety Survey Key findings of the 2023 Verkada Workplace Safety Survey include:...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi has hosted another of its popular Security Technology Showcase events in Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia. In addition to TDSi, attendees also enjoyed presentations and hands-on advice from UK security manufacturers such as integrated perimeter security specialist - Harper Chalice Group (presented by Building Defence Systems), secure industrial transmission and power solutions provider - KBC Networks, CCTV surveillance camera and cont...

On June 9, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rolled out updates to its Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information. Because managed service providers (MSPs) play a crucial role in ensuring the security of customer data and applications, some of the responsibility for data protection now falls to them. This article will summarise some of the key updates to the FTC standards. Additionally, it emphasises the importance of monitoring SaaS business applications, particularly Microsoft 365...

The official awards of publications Fire Safety Matters and Security Matters, the "FSM Awards," took place yesterday evening at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Established to promote innovation and the highest standards of excellence, NSI approved companies were well represented amongst the finalists and winners. NSI congratulates all the winners and finalists amongst whom 10 NSI approved companies were shortlisted as finalists with 28 nominations between them, of whom six took home the to...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security domains, showcased its enterprise-grade solutions at its ideation event, Matrix Partner Connect 2023, in Jaipur on the 16th of June. With over three decades of experience, Matrix has established itself as a pioneering provider of comprehensive telecom and security solutions, catering to organisations of all sizes worldwide. This exclusive event aimed to highlight Matrix's latest innovations in telecom and security while fostering part...

Andrew Patel, Senior Researcher at WithSecure Intelligence, offers the following insight: “Some of the requirements set forth by the AI Act are going to be difficult to enforce. These include disclosing that content was generated by an AI and ensuring that models cannot generate illegal content." He adds, "Many open-source generative models are now available to the public and these models can be finetuned and repurposed by anyone with enough know how. Large language models have already b...

Organisations in the Middle East will be able to better protect themselves against business-crippling cyber hacks that cost the region millions of dollars every year, thanks to a new partnership between Bulwark Distribution FZCO and Holm Security. The cost of cyber security incidents within the Middle East has reached a new high of $6.93 million US dollars per data breach, according to IBM’s "Cost of a Data Breach Report 2022". This figure is significantly higher than the cost per inciden...

Finnish high-technology company Insta and Lockheed Martin Corporation have signed a cooperation agreement for developing next-generation security and gateway solutions. This is the first agreement under indirect industrial cooperation in the Finland acquisition of the 5th Generation F-35. During the project, Insta and Lockheed Martin will develop together a Cross Domain Solution, a bi-directional next-generation network security & gateway solution for demanding military use that enables coo...

Identiv, Inc., digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced that its cloud-based Hirsch Velocity security management software, Velocity Vision video management system (VMS), and Hirsch Mx Controller products have been granted Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (FedRAMP) Marketplace Authorisation following a rigorous, multi-year assessment process. FedRAMP is a U.S. government-wide program that promotes the adoption of secure cloud service...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced the FLIR E8 Pro, providing a larger 3.5-inch touchscreen with FLIR Ignite Cloud connectivity within the same pistol-grip form factor as legacy E8 series thermal cameras. Through the touchscreen, users can share captured images with colleagues, partners, and clients over Wi-Fi, including on-screen annotations to highlight findings. Images can then be loaded straight to the FLIR Ignite Cloud for improved efficiency and a smoothe...

RealWear, the pioneer of assisted reality wearable solutions for frontline industrial professionals, has won "Best Manufacturing and Industrial Solution" at the XR Today Awards 2023. The annual XR Awards celebrate the best in AR/VR/MR innovation, and the online event invites international firms and individuals to come forward to showcase their achievements in the immersive industry. The win follows RealWear being named "Best Industrial Solution", "Best Construction Solution" and "Best Automotiv...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems protection company, announced its strategic relationship with medical technology company Siemens Healthineers to protect healthcare enterprises from malicious cyberattacks through a combination of software, managed services, and medical device security data sharing that will increase the reliability with which they serve patients.   Cyber and operational risks facing healthcare systems are rising as technology environments are increasingly...

As part of Butterfield Business Park’s expansion plans, Amthal has fitted new columns featuring integrated wireless IP CCTV cameras and surveillance technology to offer essential peace of mind to businesses and visitors on site. Luton-based Butterfield Business Park, managed by pioneering UK commercial and residential real estate consultancy, Lambert Smith Hampton, covers a total site area of 24 acres and is home to a range of high-quality commercial buildings. Security installation and...

Matrix, a pioneering manufacturer of cutting-edge security and telecom solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first company to obtain RDSO 6.0 approval for its video surveillance (CCTV) products. This remarkable achievement showcases Matrix's commitment to delivering innovative and reliable solutions to the security needs of critical national infrastructure, particularly in the railway sector. RDSO 6.0 approval With security being a top concern for railways worldwide...

DigiCert, the pioneering provider of digital trust-announces that it will be providing digital trust services to the European Production Giganet (EuProGigant) project. In doing so, DigiCert will be serving a key role in secure data communication and exchange for the manufacturing industry, adhering to European standards of Self-Sovereign Identity. EuProGigant is set to bring about the next step in Industry 4.0 in Europe by demonstrating a shared, intelligent and automated data ecosystem that wi...

barox Kommunikation AG, the manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, has released a new Genetec DMS plug-in that provides flexibility and extended user control, as well as a significant reduction in security network support costs. The plug-in is fully integrated with the Genetec Security Centre Omnicast VMS interface. An IP-based VMS, Genetec Omnicast offers a clear picture of events, affording quick response and informed decision-making. It's...

More than 9, 200 Convergint colleagues across 200+ global offices have the opportunity to give back to their communities as part of the company’s 22nd annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day. This year’s efforts have resulted in a total donation of approximately $3 million in labour and equipment from the systems integrator’s global colleagues, partners, and families – surpassing 2022’s totals. Convergint colleagues in Denver, CO, Atlanta, GA, and Baltimore, MD...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced expansive new updates across its entire Command product platform.  These updates include: Enhanced video search, video quality, and video management features, including a novel motion search with trajectory analysis and H.265 compression technology that unlocks up to 2X video quality across all cameras. Verkada's next-generation Indoor Mini Dome camera and expanded Dome camera line, with increa...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security domains, is set to showcase its enterprise-grade solutions at its ideation event, Matrix Partner Connect 2023, Jaipur on the 16th of June, 2023.  Matrix Partner Connect 2023 With over three decades of experience, Matrix has established itself as a provider of comprehensive communication and security solutions, catering to organisations of all sizes worldwide.  This exclusive event aims to highlight Matrix's latest innovati...

Identiv, Inc., a provider in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced the launch of the market’s first sensory Tag on Metal (TOM®) label, developed in collaboration with French sensor and IC specialist Asygn. The on-metal sensor devices, based on Asygn’s next-generation AS321X IC platform, capture temperature and strain data near metallic objects. Tracking these and other sensor data, Identiv’s Asygn-based devices are ideal for industr...

G4S Secure Solutions UK has won two five-year contracts from the Government Property Agency (GPA) to provide integrated security and technology services to a significant number of departmental buildings across London and the North. G4S SSUK will deliver services across a minimum of 18 London sites and 21 buildings in the North; including four in Scotland and one in Northern Ireland. There is a possibility the number of sites will increase in line with the GPA's 'Places for Growth' programme. Th...

The new Dallmeier camera planning tool “PlanD” makes the creation of professional video planning a playful and intuitive process that no longer requires any 3D software knowledge. The clever combination with a state-of-the-art graphics engine enables impressive 3D visualisation and camera view simulation. Advantage of PlanD The great advantage of PlanD lies in the combination of innovative functionality with outstanding user-friendliness. The tool's UX design consistently avoids n...

It’s undeniable that a secure retail environment is essential for both the customers and staff alike. One integral part of achieving this is through the installation and proper utilisation of a retail CCTV system. In this blog post, they’ll walk them through a step-by-step guide on how to set up the first retail CCTV. Understanding needs and planning Before rushing into buying and setting up the CCTV, it’s important to understand the unique needs of the retail space. Each...

ADT Commercial, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, life safety, and guarding services in the U.S., has launched the redesign, rebrand and user experience transformation of its customer engagement platform to Everon (formerly eSuite). The development of the modernised Everon platform was driven by years of direct customer feedback to provide a more intuitive, user-friendly experience that boasts a host of new features, system efficiencies, mobile...

ZE Government Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of A.I.-based gun detection provider ZeroEyes, announced it has been selected by AFWERX for an SBIR Phase II contract in the amount of $1.25M focussed on ZeroEyes Thermal Threat Detection (ZTTD) to investigate its potential to fill capability gaps in the Department of the Air Force (DAF). ZEGS’ A.I.-based object detection The integrated solution, ZeroEyes Thermal Threat Detection (ZTTD), combines ZEGS’ A.I.-based object detection v...

AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA introduces the AMG350-4GAT-1G-P75-PD model 5-port industrially hardened unmanaged ethernet switch that can be supplied IEEE802.3bt PoE and deliver IEEE802.3 af/at PoE to four edge powered devices (PD). The AMG350 is unique in that it requires no external power supply and is powered by PoE. This model is compatible with any manufacturer’s IEEE802.3at or bt-compliant PoE source device (PSE) and can function as a multi-port repeater for situations w...

Cylera, a pioneer in healthcare IoT cybersecurity and intelligence solutions, has partnered with Oman’s first and largest integrated telecommunications services provider, Omantel. Omantel plays a significant role in the development and digital transformation of Oman. It contributes to the country's economic growth by facilitating communication, connectivity, and digital services for businesses, individuals, retail, and government entities. Omantel's services are crucial for Oman's socia...

Research has revealed only 36% of holidaymakers take steps to secure their property before they go away. With the May half-term approaching, the home security experts at ADT have revealed how to optimise the home’s security before going away. 10 ways to keep the home secure whilst on holiday: 1. Don’t leave empty milk bottles with a note. If regularly receive a milk delivery, pause the order before departing for the holiday. The best way to do this is by contacting the...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, again expands its lineup of ColorVu cameras with the introduction of the ColorVu Smart Hybrid Light Camera Series. This new camera series allows security professionals to explore a variety of tailored lighting modes, each designed to capture critical event-triggered details in the darkest of environments.  Author's quote &ldq...