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iDenfy, a global ID verification, compliance and fraud prevention platform, partnered with Beera Station, a unique self-pouring beer machine network. The partnership with iDenfy will help onboard customers and stop minors from accessing the age-restricted service. Failing to comply with regulations can result in hefty fines, a damaged reputation, and closed doors on further opportunities for any business. As iDenfy officials explain, that is the reason why age-restricted services need to be pro...

PSA, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announces the addition of Eyeforce Remote Guarding to its lineup of technology partners. Eyeforce, a nationwide video monitoring company combines on-site video surveillance technologies, sophisticated analytics, and the swift action and decision-making capabilities of trained security interventionists to prevent crime. Trained security interventionists “We are pleased to add Eyeforce as a technology partner,&...

Matrix is all set to build new business relations by becoming the valued sponsor of VCCI EXPO 2023. With intensive research at the forefront, Matrix builds innovative security and telecom solutions on a national and international scale. At VCCI Expo, Matrix will display all the customer-centric solutions and products of Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom domains.  IP video surveillance solutions In this event, Matrix will put out its entire range of IP Video...

ZeroEyes, creators of the only proactive A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announces that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a patent for the company’s method of identifying brandished guns and dispatching alerts to first responders as fast as 3 to 5 seconds from the moment the gun is detected. The USPTO issued U.S. Patent No. 20200364468 for ZeroEyes’ system, whic...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher has announced the introduction of a new team that’s poised to service the growing market in Sweden and the surrounding Nordic countries.  As a global security pioneer, trusted to protect sites in 138 countries, and with over 13,000 customers worldwide, creating a team in Sweden was a logical choice for Gallagher due to the parallels between the UK and Sweden’s business cultures and the country’s adoption of cutting-edge cyber techno...

At ISC West 2023 in booth # 10037, i-PRO Co., Ltd., a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will showcase multiple new products, including new multi-sensor and PTZ cameras, new analytics capabilities, new features in its MonitorCast access control solution, and more. Active Guard AI-powered analytics Attendees will be able to experience live, in-depth demos of i-PRO’s Active Guard AI-powered analytics working on popular VMS platforms such a...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a pioneer gunshot detection solutions provider, announced the issuance by the USPTO of SDS’ seventh patent for its gunshot detection technology, Patent No. US 11,417,183 titled Cable-Free Gunshot Detection. Guardian Wireless product The patent describes the application of indoor gunshot detection sensors that use a cable-free device powered by a battery. The foundational concepts and designs in this patent are...

The SANS Institute announces the appointment of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) founder and former head Ciaran Martin, CB, as Director of SANS CISO Network and Summits EMEA. Respected as a pioneer among public authorities for cybersecurity, Martin is able to offer SANS and its global community a unique perspective on successfully managing global cyber threats at a national level. Facilitating further preparedness As Director of the SANS CISO Network and Summits in...

As the UK hits another recession, more and more people are struggling to pay for food, heating and water. According to Google trends, searches for ‘food banks near me’ have risen 7000% since last Christmas and ‘help with heating’ searches have risen by 880%. People are clearly struggling - but what does this mean for crime rates? Motor vehicle theft Glenn Amato, Managing Director at ADT UK&I Subscriber, comments: “Recession and violent crime do not go hand in...

As part of commitment to local partner - ZMR, Secure Logiq will be the hardware driving force that powers many of the distributors’ partner products on the ZMR booth at Intersec. The move will highlight how Secure Logiq hardware is the perfect fit to ensure optimum performance from a variety of surveillance products. The centerpiece of the ZMR booth will see a single Secure Logiq server running 1,000 1080P real time channels of video on the Milestone xProtect platform including half a Pet...

Following a well-established relationship that started just over 12 years ago, The Supreme Court renews its contract with Carlisle Support Services by three years with an option to extend by an additional two. Carlisle supports the final court of appeal in the United Kingdom with varied security services ranging from search to CCTV monitoring and customer service. The support service provider also acts as a security adviser to the 12 Justices that make up the current Supreme Court. Long-term p...

14 UK schools have fallen victim to a major cyber-attack, resulting in confidential documents, including children’s passport scans and staff contracts, being leaked. The data was originally stolen in 2022, with hacking group Vice Society thought to be involved, but has now been leaked online after schools failed to pay the ransom demands set out. Malicious cyber-criminals The documents contained data such as children’s SEN information, staff contract details, including the headmas...

ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire and life safety services in the U.S., unveils its new EvoGuard intelligent autonomous guarding solutions brand at CES 2023 in Las Vegas. EvoGuard by ADT Commercial is a new suite of intelligent autonomous guarding solutions and services aimed at helping to cost-effectively enhance corporate security programs, while responding to high turnover rates and ongoing labour shortages in the guarding market. Corpor...

Hanwha Techwin, a pioneer in video surveillance products and solutions, announces a strategic partnership with NXGEN Technology AG, a Swiss-based start-up that focuses on scalable alarm and event management. In particular, the partnership will benefit monitoring stations where real-time event management and alerts are critical. Benefit monitoring stations Hanwha and NXGEN are already working together on several installations across Europe With the security landscape becoming ever more comple...

The British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) flagship event, the British Security Awards, is to move to a new venue and date for 2023. The awards, now in its 26th year, will take place on Wednesday, 21 June, a week earlier than previous years, at the iconic Grand Connaught Rooms, Covent Garden London. After last year’s sell out event at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square, it was decided to move to a bigger venue as the awards continues its growth into one of the major events...

Chubb Fire & Security (‘Chubb’) is pleased to announce that, since the appointment of Andrew White as Chief Executive Officer earlier this year, it has significantly strengthened its Executive Leadership Team (‘ELT’) with a number of senior hires and internal promotions. The ELT has been established to provide greater levels of oversight to Chubb’s global sales and operational activity and to maintain its focus on its three key pillars of people, process and po...

ESA is pleased to announce its new VP of Advocacy and Public Affairs, Jake Braunger. With prior experience on the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Advocacy Team and many political campaigns throughout the country, Jake is eager to advocate and educate ESA members about legislation that will benefit the electronic security and life safety industry. “Many legislators aren’t aware of the details and challenges of our industry, which means you as security professionals...

Alarm.com announces at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the launch of the Water Dragon™, a new whole-home water protection solution that’s always on guard against potential leaks and unexpected water usage. The Water Dragon, which integrates with Alarm.com powered home security systems, is a single compact device that uses ultrasonic technology to detect and promptly alert homeowners about water issues before they become major problems. Homeowners can also use the Alarm.com...

The Security Executive Council has released its yearly engagement and impact numbers, showcasing the breadth of the SEC’s positive influence on the security industry. In 2022, SEC subject matter experts and faculty delivered value to 146 client companies. Many of their engagements are with repeat clients who appreciate the SEC's Collective Knowledge approach and ongoing support that extends beyond the completion of each project. Tier 1 community members, who enjoy a special level of advis...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, now permits integrators to configure PDK access control systems to accept cards featuring any format, bit rate, and facility code. Using the Pdk.io interface, users with integrator-level permissions can configure system settings to work with cards from any manufacturer or define their own custom credential formats. They may also assign facility codes to individual users. Security system administrators This f...

Asia Pacific subsidiary ICD Security Solutions has renamed to Convergint across the region, further reinforcing the company’s overall commitment to globalisation and unity. ICD was acquired by Convergint in 2013 and has since operated as a global team, aligning closely with Convergint while retaining its original name. Efficient services and solutions  As Convergint embraces continued global expansion, this official renaming signifies the unity between the APAC region and the rest o...

DNAKE, an industry-pioneering and trusted manufacturer and innovator of IP video intercom and solutions, was listed in the Top 20 China Security Overseas Brands ranking by A&S magazine, a globally renowned comprehensive security industry platform. As one of the most-read and long-running security media in the world, A&S magazine keeps updating versatile, professional, and in-depth editorial coverage of industry development and market trends in physical security and IoT. Video intercom...

Matrix joined hands with their channel partner Onyx Electrotech and participated in the recently concluded SSSA Business Expo’22 organised by the Saurashtra Security and Surveillance Association. In the two-day long event, Matrix put forth its wide-ranging products and solutions in the domains of IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance alongside its set of established Telecom products.  Video surveillance systems IP Video Surveillance has become the top priority...

Aratek recently announced the launch of the Marshall 8 biometric tablet, the latest in the revolutionary Marshall line of biometric terminals designed for various authentication and identification applications. 8-inch Display ‍The Marshall 8 is a rugged biometric tablet with a larger 8-inch 1280 x 800 display designed for even greater usability. “Bigger is better,” said Samuel Wu, Aratek’s VP for International Business Development. “We engineered the Marshall 8 to...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, welcomes RealWear, the pioneer in assisted reality wearable solutions, as its latest Thermal by FLIR collaborator with the recent launch of the world’s first fully hands-free, voice-controlled thermal camera module. In addition, Thermal by FLIR cohort Ulefone recently introduced its first mobile handset featuring the Lepton 3.5 thermal camera module, the Power Armor 18T 5G Android phone. Assisted reality diagnostics “Therm...

Videonetics is turning a new leaf, in more ways than one. With an ambitious outlook towards the expansion of business in Southeast Asia, Videonetics has recently established its regional headquarter in Singapore. This move reinforces the company’s commitment to serve their partner community and customers across Southeast Asia. Videonetics has recently refreshed their brand personality and their new brand identity is the most potent expression of their operating philosophy – ‘L...

Between crime and cold weather, many commercial facilities develop vulnerabilities over the winter period, but door hardware can play a vital role in protecting property says Daniel May of Consort. The temperature has dropped. The nights have drawn in. And many commercial properties now face a tough period of additional challenges. From drastically increased footfall and extended periods of closure to extreme weather conditions, the winter months invite a host of differentials that are seldom c...

To meet the evolving design needs of the growing market for biometric access control, Fingerprints has expanded its fingerprint authentication touch sensor portfolio for physical and logical access devices and applications.   The FPC1523 is the latest addition to Fingerprints´ growing access control portfolio, which is designed to offer the foremost biometric performance in combination with optimised power consumption. The new sensor model, FPC1523, is round and slightly smaller in size,...

Qognify, a provider of Physical Security and Enterprise Incident Management software solutions, announces being acquired by Hexagon AB, a pioneer in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. Hexagon acquires Qognify from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. Qognify was formed in 2015 when Battery Ventures acquired the physical security division of NICE Systems, thus creating a new brand in the market. Physical security market...

Access control software is an important component of building security systems, but deciding which one is best for users can be difficult. The following article will break down the various types and features of access control software so that users can make an informed decision about which one is best for them. What is access control software? Aratek would want to give users a quick introduction to access control software and how it works in physical access control applications. Access control...