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Mercury Security, the pioneer in open architecture access control hardware, is launching a new addition to its industry-defining controller platform—the Mercury embedded application environment, an open platform that enables technology partners and OEMs to develop and deploy custom applications directly on Mercury MP Controllers. “We have a lot of exciting things happening at Mercury,” said Steve Lucas, vice president of sales at Mercury Security. “We are excited to...

NEXT Biometrics, the world pioneer in advanced high-security fingerprint sensor technology, has received the first major purchase order for its FAP 20 sensor in Nigeria. NEXT has already delivered an initial order of NOK 1.7 million during the first quarter of 2025. The NEXT FAP 20 sensor offers unparalleled performance and reliability, setting a new standard for secure identity verification. Integrated into POS terminals Sensor will be integrated into POS terminals to bring strong authentica...

Bugcrowd, a pioneer in crowdsourced cybersecurity, announced the availability of its new Managed Service Provider (MSP) offering. This service is designed to help MSPs efficiently address the backlog of compliance-related pentests.  By providing a standardised and scalable solution, with streamlined scoping, Bugcrowd's MSP offering empowers small to midsize businesses to meet their compliance requirements without delay. Bugcrowd's mission for MSPs The service leverages the unique and ext...

The global touch and display industry is at a turning point, fuelled by AI advancements, technological breakthroughs, and shifting markets. How can businesses rise above the competition and secure future opportunities? C-Touch & Display Shenzhen returns, taking place October 28-30, 2025, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Centre (Bao’an New Venue).  This year’s event spotlights next-gen touch and display solutions alongside advanced semiconductor packaging, u...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., the pioneer in high-performance 3D LiDAR security and smart space solutions, is highlighting its expanded integrations with industry-leading security partners Hanwha Vision and Avigilon at ISC West 2025 booth #29081. The integration of Quanergy’s advanced 3D LiDAR solutions with Hanwha’s Wisenet WAVE 6.0 VMS and Motorola’s Avigilon Unity On-Premise Video Security Platform delivers enhanced perimeter security, intrusion detection, and object classifica...

 Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, has ranked fifth out 700 companies on Newsweek’s America's Most Trustworthy Companies list. The news outlet’s 2025 list features companies ranking highest in employee, customer and investor trust. “It’s an honor to be recognized as one of America’s most trustworthy companies. We are deeply committed to earning and maintaining the trust of our employees, customers...

Restrata, the pioneering provider of operational resilience technology, has partnered with MAX Security to integrate MAX’s Intel Portal into resilienceOS, an end-to-end platform designed to unify security, risk, and operational resilience. By bringing MAX Security’s world-class intelligence and global reach into the resilienceOS Risk Hub, Restrata ensures that businesses can respond rapidly to emerging threats and protect their people, assets, and operations. This strategic integrat...

Omny looks forward to welcoming Kenneth Titlestad as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Transitioning from his role at Sopra Steria, where he was instrumental in building the company’s Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity competence, Kenneth will now spearhead Omny’s commercial strategy, reporting to the CEO and part of the Omny management team. Prior roles of Kenneth Kenneth’s career in OT cybersecurity took root in Equinor, where he leveraged h...

Cequence Security, a pioneer in API security and bot management, announced that it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Competency status in the Cyber Security category. This designation highlights Cequence's proven ability to meet AWS’s rigorous standards for delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to AWS customers. The AWS Security Competency directly aligns common customer use cases to AWS Partner capabilities, accelerating positive security outcomes. Cequence AWS S...

Pimloc, a pioneering AI video privacy and analytics company, announced a major upgrade to its Secure Redact platform, introducing advanced Named Entity Recognition (NER) capabilities for automated audio redaction.  This enhancement allows organisations to quickly and accurately detect and redact sensitive information from audio recordings, strengthening regulatory compliance and consumer trust. Latest AI-powered upgrade Secure Redact automatically identifies and categorises sensitive inf...

Viakoo, a pioneer in Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things vulnerability remediation, announced significant platform enhancements, strategic partnerships, and a clear path forward to address the escalating challenge of AI-driven cyber threats to the physical security industry. The company made the announcement at ISC West 2025, underscoring its commitment to a proactive, collaborative approach. In a related move, Viakoo has also issued an Open Letter to the Physical Security community,...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is pleased to announce that a member of its Technology Services business unit has been named to the Security Industry Association (SIA) 2025 Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100 list. Candice Zelaya, regional strategic installation manager for Allied Universal Technology Services, was selected for her demonstrated excellence in leadership, innovation and impact of contributions on her team....

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of IQ Panel 5. Powered by a Qualcomm® DrangonWing™ processor, the IQ Panel 5 preserves the features of the IQ Panel 4 that end users know and love while delivering a new powerful platform of the future. The IQ Panel 5 will be on display at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 31-April 4 (Booth 18033) for attendees to experience firsthand. Intuitive IQ Panel 5 packs “Deale...

With a strong focus on regional growth in 2025, security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is proud to announce the internal promotions of four of its South Africa team members.  Stepping into their new roles from 1 April, Tarryn Fortune and Nico Smit have been appointed Sales Managers. Travis Dlamini steps into the position of Junior Repair Technician, and Joshua van Rensburg has been appointed Logistics Manager.  Key customer relationships Tarryn and Nico will be liable for drivin...

With surging crime rates, acute security staffing shortages, and mounting false alarms, organisations are desperately seeking smarter ways to strengthen their security while reducing costs. Hakimo, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security monitoring, announced a $10.5 million funding round and the launch of AI Operator, a breakthrough autonomous security agent that monitors existing security hardware, detects threats in real time, and executes response protocols just like a human security prof...

Honeywell Building Automation is heading to ISC West 2025, taking place March 31-April 4 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, and this year promises to be a true milestone. For the first time, Honeywell is bringing together two of its powerhouse brands—LenelS2 and Honeywell Commercial Security—in a unified presence. Honeywell's latest offerings Honeywell is displaying a wide variety of the latest offerings that blend LenelS2’s access control Honeywell will be stationed a...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, will be present at The Security Event, which is being held 8–10 April 2025 at the NEC Arena in Birmingham.  The company will join its long-standing strategic partners, Axis Communications and Convergint on Stand: 5/F40, where they will present their innovative solutions designed to address the complex challenges of modern physical security landscapes. Latest cameras and access control solutions Genetec will showcas...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity and access control solutions, is proud to introduce the new OMNIKEY SE Plug reader at ISC West, an ultra-compact and cable-free RFID reader for mobile use cases. This reader is a game-changer for organisations looking for seamless and secure authentication using a single credential across physical and digital environments. USB-C interface and MFA for security Designed with convenience and security in mind, it fits in a pocket or bag and is ideal for rem...

SightLogix, a pioneer in intelligent outdoor security solutions, has announced dual-spectrum AI for its dual-sensor SightSensor product series.  This new capability integrates thermal and visible AI validation, providing unmatched, real-time intrusion detection that minimises false alarms. Reliable and immediate awareness is mandatory for high-performing perimeter security solutions in critical infrastructure and commercial remote video monitoring applications. Edge-based intelligence Th...

M2M Services, a pioneering provider of universal communicators, connectivity, and interactive services to a global network of companies across a wide range of industries, including security, announced the appointment of Avi Lupo as Executive Vice President of Global Strategic Planning. In this role, Lupo will lead global strategic planning across all M2M Services divisions—including M2M, Uplink, SecureNet and Alula. M2M is committed to building strong, long-term relationships with central...

Pyronix announces new campaign offering a complimentary CarDefender inside every Enforcer Kit purchase, in promotion-labelled packs and while stocks last in distributors.  This promotion will give installers immediate access to a free, award-winning peripheral when they buy one of our best-selling products. Next-gen auto safety The device’s inbuilt shock/tilt sensor offers three configurable detection modesThe CarDefender is an innovative wireless peripheral offering protection aga...

Security Industry Association (SIA) testified before the California Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation in support of California Assembly Bill 976, legislation that would establish a tax credit program for small retailers in disadvantaged communities who purchase or install security equipment. The bill, introduced Feb. 20 by Assembly Member Anamarie Ávila Farías (D-15), would create a tax program modelled after New York’s Commercial Security Tax Credit progr...

dormakaba is expanding EntriWorX™ with the North American launch of EntriWorX Planner and the introduction of new technology to advance the EntriWorX Insights platform. dormakaba will demonstrate these updates at booth #20007 during the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC) West 2025 in Las Vegas (March 31 - April 4). Digital environment “We are continually refining EntriWorX to meet the dynamic needs of our customers today,” said Matt Therrien, Associate Vi...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, safe, healthy and sustainable buildings, is excited to reveal new products and solutions across its industry-pioneering security portfolio at Booth 18033 at ISC West in Las Vegas, March 31-April 4. The company will highlight how its breadth of offerings and products enhance safety, improve automation and advance real-time situational awareness for customers. Integrated solutions “As security threats grow more complex, organisations need inte...

Solink®, a pioneer in cloud-based video security and analytics, will showcase its vision-enabled security and operations strategy at ISC West. With advances in AI and automation, Solink will unveil how it is helping customers move from passive to active security, and to extend the value of video beyond security, to improve operations.   Advances in AI and physical security Security has been managed as a cost centre–an insurance policy against bad things Security has tradi...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is highlighting its lineup of innovative key management solutions at booth 15109 at ISC West 2025. The company will feature its trusted Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit designed to enhance security and streamline crisis response across multiple sectors, including schools, hospitals, airports, public venues, government buildings, data centres, and other critical environments. Morse Watchmans growth strategy And...

Sumsub, a full-cycle verification platform, is launching its Reusable Digital Identity product suite. It will effectively mitigate repetitive verification and redundant Know Your Customer (KYC) checks that negatively impact user experience and conversion rates for businesses. The new offerings are set to reduce applicant onboarding times by 50% and boost conversion rates by 30%, on average. Identity multiple services All of the checks required for ensuring a compliant verification m...

As ransomware attacks continue to impact organisations across all industries, there is a clear need for cyber resilience to ensure critical data and systems are protected and can be recovered quickly, while keeping businesses running. NTT DATA, a digital business and IT services pioneer, and Rubrik, a cybersecurity company, announce a partnership for cyber resilience. Requirements for cyber resilience As part of its expanded global strategic partnership, NTT DATA will offer advisory and consu...

System Surveyor, the pioneer in digital site surveys and system design, announced the promotion of Maureen Carlson to President. Carlson, who will continue to oversee System Surveyor’s diverse growth initiatives, will now take on broader responsibilities for the organisation's operations while working alongside CEO Chris Hugman. Carlson's vision and leadership Carlson has successfully led the company's marketing, sales, and go-to-market strategies Carlson has successfully led the compa...

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, launched Eagle Eye Sensors to detect and automatically alert when vaping, air quality changes, temperature shifts, water presence, and other environmental events occur, empowering schools and businesses to take immediate action to ensure building safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and healthy work and learning environments.  Eagle Eye Cloud VMS Integrated into the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system), Eagle...