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The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators announced the lineup of sponsors for PSA TEC 2024 (TEC) in Dallas, Texas, May 13-17.  PSA TEC 2024 "PSA TEC 2024 will again be the most powerful event for security integrators, and we have an incredible group of technology partner sponsors that enable PSA to exceed expectations in delivering high-quality educational offerings, networking, and exclusive engagement with prominent industry pioneers...

F5 announced new best-in-class security offerings that strengthen protections and simplify management for customers. With the launches of F5 Distributed Cloud Services Web Application Scanning, BIG-IP Next Web Application Firewall (WAF), and NGINX App Protect for open-source deployments, F5 is extending its leadership with the industry’s most effective and most comprehensive AI-ready app and API security suite.  SOAS report The news comes as F5’s just-released 2024 State...

Gallagher Security announced the latest release of their award-winning security site management software, Command Centre v9.10, marking a significant evolution for the security platform trusted to protect some of the world’s most critical sites. Mark Junge, Chief Executive at Gallagher Security explains, “Customers and Channel Partners of Gallagher who take advantage of this upgrade will benefit from a fast-evolving ecosystem of Gallagher Security technology that sets them up for th...

RGB Spectrum®, a pioneer in mission-critical video for real-time decision support, reaffirms its dedication to product education and training, by launching comprehensive training courses tailored for end-users, integrators, manufacturer representatives, consultants, and partners. Training curriculum RGB Spectrum's training curriculum encompasses various modules, including the popular 201 and 301 series. These modules offer detailed insights into key products, including the Galileo video wa...

As retail crime continues to evolve in scope and sophistication, an increasing number of retailers are focused on protecting their staff by deploying advanced technologies and augmenting their teams with expert security monitoring. According to the latest NRF survey, a substantial 46% of retailers have responded to increased security needs by ramping up their reliance on third-party security solutions.  Security Operations Centre To help retail and restaurant chains discover how they can...

Fingerprint Cards AB has partnered with Lapa Electric, an Indian-based premium electric mobility start-up, to bring the best security to two-wheelers and create India’s first biometric-enabled electric scooter (e-scooter). The use of e-scooters in India has sky-rocketed in recent years, and this growth is expected to continue. In 2023, the penetration rate of e-scooters in India was 13%, yet by 2030 this is projected to grow to 75%. Use of biometrics Adam Philpott, CEO of Fingerpri...

SaaS Alerts, a cybersecurity company delivering an automated software-as-a-service (SaaS) security platform that enables managed service providers (MSPs) to detect and stop unauthorised activity in client SaaS applications, announced it has achieved full certification with the ISO 27001:2022 security standard. The ISO 27001 standard is an international benchmark for implementing, managing, and maintaining information security within a company. The standard is widely used around t...

Next DLP, a pioneer in data loss prevention and insider threat solutions announced that their Reveal Platform is the first Insider Risk Management solution to automatically map detection events to MITRE Engenuity Centre for Threat-Informed Defense’s (Centre) expanded Insider Threat Knowledge Base (ITKB 2.0). The ITKB 2.0 is the first of its kind to offer an evidence-based, multi-organisational, and publicly-available compendium of insider threat tactics, techniques, and procedures (TT...

Bugcrowd, the pioneer in crowdsourced security introduced the availability of its AI Pen Testing on the Bugcrowd Platform to help AI adopters detect common security flaws before threat actors take advantage. AI Pen Testing is a part of  Bugcrowd’s AI Safety and Security Solutions portfolio, in addition to the recently announced AI Bias Assessment offering.  Access to AI Commoditised access to AI is revolutionising how work is done in every industry. AI also presents new categ...

AMAG Technology™, an Allied Universal Company®, announces the launch of AMAG Technology Financial Services, a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide channel partners with flexible leasing alternatives for their customers. This programme offers a strategic resource for channel partners, allowing them to offer customers the choice between purchasing products and services outright or leasing them for an agreed-upon term. Customised, flexible leasing AMAG Technology Financial Ser...

Honeywell security, fire, and life safety technologies will be on interactive display at The Security Event on April 30 – May 2 in Birmingham at Stand 5/F20. The showcased Honeywell technologies help building (or facility) decision-makers and operators manage threats while improving uptimes and driving operational efficiencies all delivered within an optimal occupant experience.   Security technologies In line with Honeywell’s focus on delivering robust, digitalised auto...

VuWall, a technology pioneer in video wall control systems and unified visualisation solutions, proudly announces significant enhancements to its VuStream 150 H.264 HDMI video encoder. The VuStream 150, part of the VuStream series of encoders and decoders, seamlessly integrates with the PAK video wall, KVM nodes, and VuScape controllers, while being centrally configured and managed by the TRx centralised management software platform. Cost-effective solutions "Our commitment to continual enhan...

Enhancing physical security, especially perimeter intrusion detection (PID) at critical infrastructure sites like airports, data centres, warehouses, and utilities, is increasingly crucial due to growing threats such as theft, protests, sabotage, terrorism, and war. Quanergy 3D LiDAR Solutions In its latest whitepaper, Quanergy 3D LiDAR Solutions Redefining the Physical Security of Critical Infrastructure, global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts the worldwide physica...

Compatibility with a range of credential technologies can be a critical factor when selecting access control. As organisations across the world explore a move to mobile keys for access, it is more important than ever.  Aperio’s open technology platform has been built on compatibility. Its range of battery-powered access hardware for integration with third-party access control systems can secure almost any opening.   Wireless Aperio solutions Customers have a choice of wir...

Honeywell released its 2024 USB Threat Report, which provides new insight into how “silent residency” is an increasing cyber threat for industrial and critical infrastructure facilities. In the report, Honeywell highlighted the growing risk of “living off the land” (“LotL”) attacks in which adversaries use USB devices to gain access to industrial control systems to hide and observe operations before launching attacks that evade detection and manipulate the ta...

ShapeBlue, a pioneer in delivering CloudStack engineering services and support, announces a partnership with proIO, a German Private Cloud Provider empowering SMBs across various industries through its Infrastructure-as-a-Service and Managed Hosting solutions. This collaboration marks a milestone in advancing cloud infrastructure and support for organisations in the region, implementing Apache CloudStack as their IaaS platform. Fully managed IaaS solution Both companies recognise the benefits...

TEOCO, the provider of analytics and optimisation solutions to over 300 communication service providers (CSPs) worldwide, announces that KPN, a premier provider of communications services in the Netherlands, is utilising TEOCO's digital airspace management platform, AirborneRF, to support its Drone Connect service, which allows drone operators to connect to KPN's mobile 5G network and select the safest flight route with the best mobile coverage. The ability to launch drone flights quickly and s...

Astute Financial Consulting, LLC, a major provider of accounting and business management solutions for security companies using SedonaOffice and FieldHub enterprise software, has named Amy Becker as President.  Amy Becker Amy Becker’s promotion was announced by Jim Lee, Founder of Astute, who will remain with the company in the role of CEO. Ms. Becker joined Astute in April 2023, as Senior Vice President after working for over 25 years within the alarm industry in CFO and Controlle...

Secure Logiq is thrilled to announce the launch of 'The Power of Partnerships: Intelligent Integration' at The Security Event 2024. Technology partners Featuring a selection of esteemed Technology Partners in an immersive and interactive live demonstration, the event will spotlight how the meticulous selection of best-of-breed hardware and software components for enterprise electronic security systems can deliver unparalleled results. Alongside Secure Logiq’s cutting-edge server technol...

Business email compromise (BEC) attacks involve manipulating or impersonating email accounts to deceive employees, often leading to financial fraud, breaches or data loss. According to Verizon, BEC attacks doubled last year and comprised nearly 60% of all social engineering incidents. To deal with this growing frequency of BEC attacks, MSPs need advanced strategies, such as user behaviour analysis and employee training programs. Let’s look at the key BEC protection strategies for MSPs. W...

Secure Logiq is gearing up for its largest and most dynamic showcase yet at The Security Event 2024 (TSE). Interactive live demonstration Attendees are invited to Stand 5/P75 to experience the future of security technology through immersive and interactive live demonstrations, as well as a highly anticipated 'Big Reveal.' Co-founder Robin Hughes emphasises, "This year, we have gone all out with our biggest stands ever and will be joined by a selection of Technology Partners for a 'not to be m...

Scribe Minds & Media is thrilled to announce the 6th Middle East Retail & Commerce Summit & Awards, scheduled on the 1st of May 2024 at the Riyadh Marriott Hotel in Riyadh KSA. This one-day Summit promises to bring together industry thought pioneers, innovators, and experts to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the retail and e-commerce landscape.  Retail & e-commerce sector The event stands as a testament to the commitment to the development...

Federation of Gujarat Industries (FG)), Vadodara has conferred the Outstanding MSME Excellence Award at the 18th FGI Awards presentation ceremony. The objective behind the institution of these awards is to recognise excellence in economic, social, and scientific areas. The FGI believes that through these awards, the industrial and social achievements in Gujarat will be recognised publicly and encourage others to contribute to the country's efforts of globalisation and economic development. Tec...

Let’s face it, any security product fixed to a substrate in a public space is only as secure as its fixings, and key safes are no exception. The integrity of a key safe isn't solely reliant on its resistance to tampering and vandalism, although that's undeniably crucial; the quality and size of the fixings used to attach it to a wall are equally pivotal. Otherwise, it runs the risk of being easily removed from a wall in a matter of minutes, if not seconds, potentially causing a prope...

Invicti, the pioneering provider of application security testing solutions, announced its new AI-enabled Predictive Risk Scoring capability. The feature assigns predicted risk to applications and helps organisations gain a strategic view of their overall application security risk. Predictive Risk Scoring allows organisations to determine which web applications should be scanned first and proactively prioritise remediation efforts. This new capability remaps the application security testing proc...

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, announced the launch of the Nice Linear 661 Garage Door Opener (GDO) and all-new Nice G.O. mobile app, introducing more integrated and smart remote management capabilities for end users, and pre-installed battery backup enabling simplified installation for dealers. The Nice Linear 661 Garage Door Opener marks the first in a series of smart, Nice branded garage openers that combine sleek industrial design at an incredible val...

Quantum® Corporation, the pioneer in end-to-end data management solutions designed for the AI era announces DXi T-Series all-flash backup appliances to accelerate key data protection processes that help customers more effectively prepare, protect, and recover critical IT operations from ransomware and other data risks. DXi T-Series With data-intensive initiatives, like AI, a high priority, coupled with the continuing and ever-present threat of ransomware, data protection is an essential se...

Secure Logiq proudly announces the launch of its dynamic new website, ushering in a fresh approach to exploring solutions, delving into case studies, and immersing yourself in the latest innovations in surveillance technology. HD surveillance Since 2011, Secure Logiq has been the driving force behind the evolution of HD surveillance, crafting servers specifically tailored for the demands of high-definition video processing. With a team of technical virtuosos boasting over 200 years of combin...

Smart Spaces announces that it has partnered with the trusted identity provider, HID, to make access to Workspace’s The Light Bulb building in South West London fast, simple and secure, by making door access credentials available in Google Wallet for all SME customers who lease offices and studios at the centre.  Any registered Android smartphone user can gain quick and seamless access to The Light Bulb by holding their device near any NFC-enabled HID Signo reader, with doors then op...

Wing Security, the pioneer in SaaS Security, announced that its SaaS security product is specifically designed to help financial firms and covered entities comply with the stringent NY-DFS regulations that mandate robust cybersecurity measures for SaaS applications in New York State. 24/7 protection framework Wing Security’s product offers a 24/7 protection framework for SaaS applications, enabling easy deployment and requiring less than two hours of labour weekly. This efficiency enabl...