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Adopting the provisions of the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) has inspired negligible additional confidence in supply chain cybersecurity among senior cybersecurity professionals, research by consultancy Green Raven Limited indicates. UK financial entities engaging in cross-border operations with the EU must comply with DORA as of January 17th 2025. Responsibility for cybersecurity Green Raven’s research formed a quantitative survey of 200 CISOs and senio...

Comelit-PAC has launched a new website as part of its “Feel Secure” messaging, designed to transform how customers access vital information and connect with the company. The redesigned platform features two targeted sections: one for installers, presenting technical insights, training resources, tools and updates on the latest smart solutions. And another for end users, offering product overviews, benefits and tutorials. Exploring Comelit-PAC’s offerings The website makes it...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, introduced an expansion of its platform to provide full and automated forest recovery for the world’s most widely used enterprise identity and access solution, Microsoft Active Directory.   As organisations continue to combat non-stop cyberattacks and threats, Commvault® Cloud Backup & Recovery for Active Directory Enterprise Edition is the latest addit...

Kollmorgen, a global pioneer in motion control systems, announced the latest update to its SafeMotion™ Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM2.0. This upgrade allows OEMs to leverage SMM functional safety features with more encoder and motor types to support a wider range of applications such as material forming, multi-axis measurement equipment, food processing and food packaging. AKM2G and AKMA motor lines SMM2.0 is compatible with all motors that feature any HIPERFACE-DSL rotary-safe feedback s...

As the physical security industry looks toward 2025, i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) is highlighting four interlinked trends that are set to redefine how businesses, integrators, and security professionals approach security in the next year. These insights highlight the transformative role of edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI), the expansion of cloud computing, and how companies will integrate the wealth of available data. Shift toward proactive security...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR solutions, is driving awareness of its advanced 3D LiDAR system, created to address critical vulnerabilities in data centre security.  With the rise of hyperscale, colocation, and edge facilities, data centres face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring uninterrupted operations. Data centre security  "The future of data centre security lies in proactive, intelligent solutions," says Adam...

Keysight Technologies, Inc. launched AppFusion, a network visibility partner programme that integrates third-party security and monitoring solutions directly into its network packet brokers. The programme integrates market-pioneering technologies from Forescout, Instrumentix, and Nozomi Networks, enabling customers to streamline network and security operations (NetOps/SecOps) while significantly reducing infrastructure costs. This all-in-one, multi-vendor solution helps IT professionals reduce...

Sophos, a global pioneer of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced that its Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service has reached a major milestone, now protecting more than 26,000 organisations globally, growing its customer base by 37% in 2024. This achievement highlights the increasing demand for Sophos’ proactive, expert-led security solutions, which help organisations of all sizes stay protected 24/7 against increasingly sophisticated cyber thre...

Vismo has expanded its satellite-based offerings for customer employee safety with the Garmin inReach Messenger. The compact, rugged satellite communicator provides two-way messaging and interactive SOS capabilities and thanks to the Vismo Locate & Protect App, a wider range of features to help safeguard employees in challenging and remote locations. inReach Messenger The features, enabled by integrating the Garmin device with Vismo’s back-end operations, include panic alerts, geo-f...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched a downloadable white paper investigating why businesses should encourage active commuting. With active transport (walking and cycling) making it onto the decarbonisation agenda for the first time at COP29, ‘Encouraging Healthier Commuting’, looks at the positive environmental and health benefits of cycle commuting and how employers can encourage it as a way of travelling to work. Secure entrance control solutions Revealing the boost to heath,...

adCAPTCHA, the specialist security verification platform, has partnered with the agency Wild Parrot to reach 99 percent bot stoppage across its web platforms. Wild Parrot, a dynamic web builder agency, faced bot infiltration across their web platforms, disrupting user experiences and compromising security for numerous Wild Parrot clients. Impact of bot-driven activities Wild Parrot selected adCAPTCHA for its proven track record and innovative path to blocking bot activity This widespread iss...

OSI Systems, Inc. (the “Company” or “OSI Systems”) announced that its Security division received an order for approximately $27 million to provide a range of checkpoint and hold baggage screening solutions to an international customer. Aviation security products Among the systems to be delivered are the RTT® 110 (Real Time Tomography) explosive detection system for screening hold baggage, Orion® 920CT (Computed Tomography) checkpoint screening system integrate...

 iDenfy, a global pioneer in RegTech services, has filed its first patent for an innovative address verification technology. The patent, published in 158 countries by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), introduces a novel method for verifying a user’s address data. It aims to set a new standard for reliability and security, help businesses combat fraud, and more effectively prevent document forgery. Verification methods Traditional address verification methods, suc...

Zeus Fire and Security (Zeus), a portfolio company of Baltimore-based Access Holdings, announced a new partnership with Bayside Fire and Security (Bayside). Bayside will join forces with Zeus to further the Zeus mission of protecting People, Property, and Profits, and expand Zeus into Maryland and its surrounding areas. Bayside’s dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has established them as a trusted pioneer within the industry. Bayside’s remarkable success “Baysid...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based pioneer in ID verification and fraud prevention, has announced a strategic partnership with AREA42, a pioneering TradeTech innovation ecosystem. Together, the companies aim to deliver a seamless and secure onboarding experience for businesses across global markets, ensuring the AREA42 platform remains user-friendly while maintaining the highest compliance standards to prevent bad actors. B2B trade problems The European Commission reported that financial irregularitie...

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, announced that DigiCert ONE solutions are now available for purchase through Microsoft Azure Marketplace, offering customers and partners an efficient way to access DigiCert's digital trust solutions. With DigiCert ONE now listed on Azure Marketplace, customers gain streamlined access to DigiCert's comprehensive platform for managing digital certificates and securing data and devices at scale. This partnership simplifies purchas...

Global cybersecurity firm Performanta celebrates the recognition of its Head of Security Automation, Torvald Johnson, as one of Microsoft’s first Security Copilot Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs). The first of only 10 Security Copilot MVPs worldwide, Johnson has been recognised for his practical expertise, leadership and guidance across the cybersecurity sector and wider industries, and commitment to pursuing a future of cyber safety. Performanta’s cyber innovation “It is...

Shelly Group, a global pioneer of IoT and smart building solutions, announces the expanded Shelly Wave lineup for the U.S. market, enhanced with Z-Wave® Long Range (ZWLR) technology. This development represents a significant advancement in smart home connectivity, delivering extended transmission range, robust network scalability, and improved energy efficiency. Benefits by ZWLR technology The expanded lineup features eleven Shelly Wave solutions super-charged with support for ZWLR The S...

SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in unified identity security for enterprises, announced a strategic partnership with Imprivata, a digital identity company for life- and mission-critical industries. Through this partnership, SailPoint will acquire Imprivata’s existing identity governance and administration business. The two companies have also agreed to become strategic go-to-market partners in healthcare, creating a best-of-breed identity security and access management alliance th...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled the first-ever national economic impact study on the security industry, highlighting the positive impact the security industry has on jobs, wages and federal and state revenue in the United States. The study, conducted by Florida-based John Dunham & Associates, uses the most current methodology and data available from 2024. Security Economic Report  The study found that the security industry – as a dynamic and rapidly gr...

Matrix Comsec, a pioneer in Security and Telecommunication solutions, was honoured with the CII Industrial Innovation Award 2024, recognising Matrix as one among the Top 75 Most Innovative Companies in India. The award was presented at the CII Industrial Innovation Awards ceremony held in New Delhi on 13th December 2024. Instituted by CII in 2014, the CII Industrial Innovation Awards celebrate visionary enterprises across various industry segments. These prestigious awards aim to recognise and...

Optalysys, a company enabling the future of secure AI, backed by the Lingotto Investment Management LLP, imec.xpand, & Northern Gritstone, has appointed Dipesh Patel as Chair of its Board. Dipesh will guide the Optalysys Management Team in their mission to drive the adoption of its silicon photonics technology to enable Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). Prior roles of Dipesh With 25 years in the drive, Dipesh brings vast experience in scaling transformative technologies With over 25 ye...

As organisations around the world struggle with extended downtime and revenue loss due to widespread cyberattacks, cybersecurity company Rubrik, Inc. announces Rubrik Turbo Threat Hunting. This unprecedented new feature is designed to dramatically accelerate cyber recovery and enables organisations to locate clean recovery points across their entire data estate in seconds.  Turbo Threat Hunting aims to allow customers to immediately identify clean recovery points and swiftly recover from c...

As online shopping has increased, they’ve seen significant growth in parcel volumes in recent years. In places like residential buildings, office complexes, or large businesses where parcel delivery volumes are high, there is a growing demand for solutions that ensure parcels are kept safe and accessible. It’s essential to provide a way for residents or employees to retrieve their parcels at any time, even outside of regular business hours. Packages and deliveries A package room i...

Awards continue to roll in for a Midlands company that has disrupted the access management industry with its innovative and highly secure key safes. The Key Safe Company, based in Worcester, won Business Innovation of the Year at the North Worcestershire Business Awards for its ark Tamo Pro–a robust key safe able to store keys at the point of need and, with its unique QR code technology, allow vital property information right there on site for authorised visitors. This type of cutting-edg...

Ipsotek, an Eviden company and global pioneer in AI Computer Vision solutions, has announced that Spark New Zealand, the country’s largest telecommunications and digital services provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Ipsotek and launched Spark AI Vision - an advanced AI Computer Vision platform designed to transform workplace safety, retail intelligence, and security operations across New Zealand businesses. This partnership combines Spark's digital infrastructure expertise...

HackerOne, the cybersecurity company dedicated to eliminating vulnerabilities through continuous testing, announced updates to its intelligent copilot Hai. Hai’s new program insights synthesise data across a customer’s programs, giving them instant understanding and actionable summaries of performance, results, and trends. Now more seamlessly integrated into workflows, Hai continues to help customers save time by making it easy to understand comprehensive program data, imp...

Bridewell, the trusted cyber security partner for organisations operating within Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious ‘Thriving Together’ award at the Heathrow Business Summit. The award recognises Bridewell’s integral role in supporting Heathrow Airport’s sustainable growth and operations. Heathrow Business Summit The Heathrow Business Summit brought together strategic suppliers, senior representatives,...

AV-Comparatives, the globally recognised authority in independent cybersecurity testing, has released its 2024 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Comparative Report, showcasing the exceptional performance of pioneering cybersecurity solutions. The report evaluates the ability of these products to detect, prevent, and respond to advanced threats in real-world scenarios. MITRE ATT&CK® framework AV-Comparatives' rigorous assessment covered products from Bitdefender, Check P...

Arctic Wolf, a pioneering provider of security operations, and Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, announced that Arctic Wolf has joined the Immersive Labs Cyber Million program, which aims to solve the cybersecurity talent deficit by increasing access to one million entry-level cybersecurity operations jobs over the next decade. As a new partner, Arctic Wolf has made entry-level cyber jobs available on the platform.  Cyber Million program Launched by Imme...