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ZKTeco USA, a provider of biometric verification and access control technology, announces, along with its sister company Armatura, that its latest line of access control products are OSDP Verified and can help customers improve data security. The company’s newly released list of OSDP Verified products includes the EP series of access control readers, six Atlas series controllers, three IO Boards, and four new access control panels scheduled for release in 2026. The importance of being OSD...

Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, announced new enhancements to FortiCNAPP that help organisations better understand and prioritise cloud risk beyond what is possible with many CNAPP solutions today. By correlating cloud configuration, identity exposure, vulnerabilities, network enforcement, data sensitivity, and runtime behavior in a single workflow, FortiCNAPP enables security teams to focus on the risks that matter most. Real...

dormakaba has signed a binding agreement to acquire Avant-Garde Systems Inc. (“Avant-Garde”), one of the largest independent solution providers for entrance systems control products in the US. This acquisition represents a core-in-the-core acquisition, strengthening dormakaba’s North American go-to-market in access automation solutions. Founded in 2015 and based in Clarksville, Indiana, USA, Avant-Garde is a solution provider in the entrance systems control business, providing...

Opengear, a Digi International company and a pioneering provider of secure and Smart Out of Band™ management solutions, announced now that it has achieved SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001 compliance. This milestone strengthens the security foundation of the independent management plane, which enterprises and service providers rely on to maintain network access during outages and other critical events. Streamline compliance and procurement processes As cyberattacks increase and infrastructure...

AMAG Technology™ is excited to announce that it has achieved the most rigorous National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) accreditation for its Symmetry Enterprise Access Control software, including the M2150 OSDP panels and cabinets.   With more than 50 years of developing security solutions in the UK, AMAG’s achievement of full NPSA accreditation is a natural progression. Moving beyond AACS assurance to the complete NP...

American Conference Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Forum on Global Encryption, AI, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls, returning with its most advanced and globally focused program yet. This year’s conference will bring together top government officials and senior industry leaders from across the technology, aerospace & defense, semiconductor, cloud, and life sciences sectors for critical updates, compliance strategies, and cross-border insights on the rapidly...

For a global oil and gas organisation, achieving and maintaining PCI compliance across its USA and EMEA operations was becoming increasingly complex. Their existing PCI auditing system lacked the visibility, scalability, and automation required to meet evolving compliance demands. To modernise, they set out to replace their legacy QRadar platform with Splunk, aiming to gain complete, end-to-end visibility into PCI-DSS compliance data. But the business lacked the in-house expertise to build, man...

The contract was signed, live at the SPS in Nuremberg, Germany: CADENAS is now the newest member of the Eplan Partner Network. CADENAS Managing Director Terry Jonen and Eplan Managing Director Haluk Menderes signed the new technology partnership agreement on 26 November 2025. The stated goal of the cooperation is the expanded provision of technical device data via the Eplan Data Portal, which will be implemented using a direct interface between the Data Portal and the CADENAS platform 3Dfi...

AI is one of the fastest-growing technologies in the history of modern business, with the ability to revolutionise industries, optimise operations, and drive innovation, but it is also introducing security gaps, risks, and vulnerabilities. According to McKinsey, 78% of organisations are using AI in at least one business function, up from 55% two years ago. As a result, 73% of them are investing in AI-specific security tools, either with new or existing budgets, according to the 2025 Thales Data...

Smeup, a key partner for companies engaged in digital transformation, now announced the expansion of its adoption of Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler, as part of a Business Alliance Partnership that increases capacity to 3.2 petabytes, up from the initial 1.6 petabytes. The agreement has a dual objective: to enhance data management and resilience for smeup, and to accelerate the adoption of cloud storage services across the region through the launch of a fully Italian, se...

WatchGuard® Technologies now announced that its endpoint security solution delivered outstanding performance in the latest MITRE ATT&CK® Enterprise Round 7 (ER7) Evaluation. The results highlight WatchGuard’s ability to combine strong threat prevention with low-noise detection, giving Managed Service Providers (MSPs) a reliable and efficient way to deliver high-quality security services at scale. WatchGuard’s commitment In the Windows “Hermes” scenario, Wat...

Zimperium, the pioneer in mobile security, today announced new research from its zLabs team uncovering DroidLock, a rapidly evolving Android malware campaign targeting users in Spain. Unlike traditional mobile malware, DroidLock behaves more like full-scale ransomware, enabling complete device takeover through screen-locking overlays, credential theft, and remote control capabilities. Android safeguards zLabs researchers found that DroidLock is distributed through phishing websites and begin...

Suprema, a pioneer of AI-powered security solutions, announced that BioStation 3 is expected to set a new annual global sales record by the end of this year. This represents the highest annual sales record for Suprema’s biometric devices and highlights the accelerating global demand for facial authentication solutions. Global security market Importantly, this growth reflects balanced momentum across major regions rather than a temporary spike in a single market. BioStation 3 has achieve...

Abnormal AI, the pioneer in AI-native human behaviour security, announced it has been recognised as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security, marking the company’s second consecutive year in the Leaders Quadrant. Gartner evaluated vendors based on their Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute. Among 14 vendors evaluated, Abnormal was placed furthest right on the Vision axis. API-based approach In the report, Gartner highlights that “the high...

DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, unveiled its 2026 Security Predictions, forecasting how AI, quantum computing, and automation will reshape global trust frameworks. The predictions highlight a pivotal shift toward AI integrity, resilience, and quantum readiness as core tenets of intelligent trust. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. 1. AI Integrity Becomes the New Trust Standard: AI authenticity will overtake dat...

Building on earlier research published in October 2025, Zimperium announced that its zLabs team has uncovered a significantly enhanced variant of ClayRat, an Android spyware family first detailed in the technical brief “ClayRat: A New Android Spyware Targeting Russia”. While the original ClayRat strain was able to exfiltrate SMS messages, call logs, notifications, device data, take photos, and send mass SMS or place calls, effectively allowing infected devices to become distribution...

As 2026 approaches, cybersecurity threats are evolving at an unprecedented speed. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face rising exposure as perpetrators adopt advanced AI, expand commercialised cybercrime platforms, and intensify nation-state activity. Recent intelligence, including the CrowdStrike 2025 European Threat Landscape Report, highlights how attackers are becoming faster, more capable, and more varied in their methods, raising the stakes across the UK’s interconnected su...

The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS®), Astrix Security, and Cequence Security now announced a strategic partnership to develop new cybersecurity guidance tailored to the unique risks of artificial intelligence (AI) and agentic systems.  This collaborative initiative builds on the globally recognised CIS Critical Security Controls® (CIS Controls®), extending its principles into AI environments where autonomous decision‑making, tool and API access, and automated thre...

WatchGuard has revealed its top six cybersecurity predictions for 2026, forecasting a year where AI-driven threats, regulatory pressures, and the decline of legacy tools will reshape the security landscape. Corey Nachreiner, chief security officer at WatchGuard Technologies, emphasises that organisations must prepare for rapid evolution in both attack methods and defensive strategies. Crypto-ransomware goes extinct  In 2026, crypto-ransomware will effectively go extinct, as threat actors aban...

Panaseer, the pioneer in Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM), announced the Panaseer IQ Suite, a new family of GenAI-powered tools designed for organizations who are facing growing attack surfaces and attackers using AI to increase their reach and focus. By turning cybersecurity controls data into actionable remediation across the enterprise, the IQ suite empowers security teams to take a more proactive, risk-driven approach. Panaseer CCM platform The IQ Suite builds on the Panaseer Con...

BlackFog, the pioneer in AI-based anti data exfiltration (ADX) technology, announces the availability of its newest solution, ADX Vision. Designed to secure every endpoint and every LLM interaction, ADX Vision delivers the visibility and control organisations need to manage AI securely. Operating directly on the device, it detects shadow AI activity, prevents unauthorised data movement in real-time, and enforces governance policies automatically, all without disrupting productivity. Increase...

Wachter, Inc., a premier technology solutions integrator and innovator, proudly announces the appointment of James Stark as Business Development and Strategic Innovation Lead. With over 30 years of distinguished experience across various sectors, James is set to spearhead transformative initiatives that will enhance Wachter’s offerings for clients nationwide. A thought leader and respected speaker, Stark has graced national media platforms and industry conferences, sharing insights shaped...

Magenta Security Services marked its 30th anniversary in style last night at the Security & Fire Excellence Awards, where the company was named Security & Fire Sustainability Champion for the third year running. The Security & Fire Awards for Excellence are recognised across the sector as a benchmark for outstanding performance, innovation and best practice in both security and fire. The Sustainability Champion category honours organisations that demonstrate leadership in environmen...

Eversheds Sutherland has appointed partner Albert (Alby) Yuen to lead its Technology, Data and Cyber offering in Asia – the firm’s latest step in advancing its global growth strategy and underpinning its commitment to investing in exceptional talent across key markets and jurisdictions. Alby was previously Head of Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) – Hong Kong, at international law firm, Linklaters where he led and developed its TMT practice, advising on major re...

As AI-generated phishing attacks flood inboxes with more realistic and personalised scams, DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, today released new research revealing that consumers are turning to verified brand identities in email for reassurance--especially during Cyber Week.  The study, conducted by independent research firm Vitreous World, surveyed 5,000 consumers across the U.S., U.K., Australia, and New Zealand to understand how verified logos and sender authentication will...

Following the development of AI technology, facial recognition technology is becoming more widespread. By using neural networks and deep learning algorithms, DNAKE develops facial recognition technology independently to realise fast recognition within 0.4S through video intercom products and facial recognition terminal, etc., to create convenient and smart access control. 906N-T3 AI box Based on facial recognition technology, the DNAKE facial recognition access control system is designed for...

IP intercom devices are making it easier to control access to homes, schools, offices, buildings, hotels, etc. The IP intercom systems can use a local intercom server or remote cloud server to provide communication between intercom devices and smartphones. Video door phone solution Recently DNAKE specially launched a video door phone solution based on the private SIP server. The IP intercom system, consisting of an outdoor station and indoor monitor, can connect to a smartphone on the local n...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, highlights why data sovereignty has become a central concern for physical security leaders as more surveillance, access control, and IoT systems move into the cloud.  Surveillance video, access control logs, and IoT sensor readings are among an organisation's most sensitive assets. As they are increasingly hosted in data centres around the world, questions such as where that data resides, who governs it, and how it...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, has been selected by Jisc, the UK’s national digital, data and technology agency for education and research, to help secure the future of the UK’s connected learning ecosystem. DigiCert will support the UK education and research community in protecting sensitive data against emerging cyber threats and building the foundations for secure collaboration and innovation. Through Jisc’s national procurement framework, member instituti...

The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) announces that ELES, Slovenia's transmission system operator, has joined the network as a member, reinforcing collaborative efforts to protect Europe’s electricity grid from evolving cyber threats.  The partnership will give ELES access to ENCS’s collaborative threat intelligence, specialist training and technical expertise – strengthening its ability to detect, prevent and respond to cyber incidents targetting high-voltage n...