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Bahrain Fintech Revolution Summit 2024

TraiCon Events will be hosting Bahrain’s premier fintech event titled “Fintech Revolution Summit” scheduled on 14th & 15th February 2024 in Manama Bahrain - A pioneering financial hub of MENA.  This summit aims to bring together 750+ BFSI experts & fintech leaders to discuss and deliberate the trends around financial technology and investment opportunities for the finance sector.  Bahrain Vision 2030 This dedicated event is the best opportunity to discover...

XOi joins Simpro True Blue partner programme to help contractors unlock next-level success

XOi, a provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces a new integration partnership with Simpro, the total business management software for commercial trade service businesses. True Blue partner programme The integration connects XOi to Simpro’s new True Blue partner programme, a carefully selected ecosystem of industry pioneers helping service providers and trades professionals unlock next-level success. XOi is the first U.S. wholesaler integration and referral partner...

LiveAction Announces Shifra as first Middle East distribution partner offering full LiveAction product portfolio

LiveAction, a pioneer in network performance visibility, announced its partnership with Shifra, a provider of network and communications solutions. With a primary focus on the Middle East, Shifra will deliver LiveAction’s full product portfolio in addition to technical, pre-and post-sales support.   Network performance management The offering will include LiveAction’s pioneering network performance management (NPM) solutions. LiveAction’s Network Intelligence platform t...

CPX launches groundbreaking AI-powered cyber threat detection service

CPX Holding, a provider of digital-first cybersecurity solutions and services announced the launch of its groundbreaking cybersecurity solution, the CPX Intelligent Threat Detection Platform.  Developed in-house, this innovative solution employs advanced cyber threat detection technology to safeguard clients against evolving threats. Advanced machine learning The service has been strategically designed to combat modern threats that require modern thinking and modern solutions. It collec...

Altronix appoints John King as Central Regional Director of Sales

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry welcomes John King as their new Central Regional Director of Sales. King has more than 16 years of industry experience in the security, fire, and access control sectors. Expertise and reputation “John's expertise and reputation in the security industry make him a perfect addition to the Altronix team,” said Alan Forman, President, of Altronix. “We look forward to d...

Transforming digital identity management in Switzerland

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Partisia Blockchain and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO Valais-Wallis) are poised to transform the management of digital identities for Swiss citizens. This partnership aims to develop a decentralised electronic identity system in harmony with the Swiss Federal Council’s unwavering commitment to data privacy and security. Redefining digital identity management This collaboration marks a significant leap toward re...

Zimperium’s active role in Microsoft's Security Copilot Partner Private Preview

Zimperium, the only mobile-first security platform for mobile devices and mobile apps announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview. Zimperium was selected based on their proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies, willingness to explore and provide feedback on cutting-edge functionality, and close relationship with Microsoft. Mobile endpoints and applications Zimperium is committed to securing mobile-powered businesses and protecting mobile...

Ripjar launches AI summaries to enhance risk identification for compliance markets

Ripjar, the trusted provider for monitoring and investigating threats, risks, and criminal activity announces the launch of AI Summaries, an extension to its Labyrinth Screening platform. AI Summaries builds on Ripjar’s existing AI Risk Profiles feature, which assembles screening information into single 360o profile views for people and companies, identifying areas of relevant risk across adverse media, sanctions, watchlist, and politically exposed persons (PEP) data. AI Summaries Power...

Vector Flow commits to EqualAI pledge to combat bias in artificial intelligence

Vector Flow, the industry pioneer and innovator of AI and data-driven physical security solutions, proudly announces its commitment to the EqualAI® pledge, marking its promise to play an active role in the fight against bias in artificial intelligence (AI). The company joins a distinguished group of organisations collaborating under the guidance of EqualAI, a nonprofit organisation, and a movement, focused on reducing unconscious bias in the development and use of AI. EqualAI pledge The E...

Aspiring DRaaS provider 11:11 Systems ranks high in Gartner Peer Insights 2023

11:11 Systems, a managed infrastructure solutions provider, was named an Aspiring provider in the 2023 Gartner Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) report. 11:11 Systems is one of seven companies included. Customers lauded the organisation for its exceptional commitment, noting they are an “outstanding team dedicated to our account, and these specialists are top of their game.”  DRaaS solution The dependability and consistent p...

Entrust recognised as a challenger in 2023 Magic Quadrant for access management

Entrust, a global pioneer in identity and data security, has been positioned by Gartner® as a Challenger in the Magic Quadrant™ for Access Management for its offering, the Entrust Identity as a Service IAM solution. The evaluation was based on specific criteria that analysed the company’s overall completeness of vision and ability to execute. Entrust was one of just 11 providers placed in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Access Management. Robust first line of defence “T...

SaaS Alerts recognised in Cloud Awards for innovation

SaaS Alerts has been shortlisted in the 2023-2024 Cloud Awards programme in the category - Security Innovation of the Year (SMB). The Cloud Awards Since 2011, The Cloud Awards has sought to promote and celebrate excellence and innovation in cloud computing. Entries are accepted from across the globe and multiple industry sectors. Categories for 2023-2024 include ‘Best Software as a Service,’ ‘Best Use of AI in Cloud Computing’ and ‘Best Cloud Automation Solution....

Cequence is a proud participant in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview

Cequence Security announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview. Cequence was selected based on their proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies, willingness to explore and provide feedback on cutting-edge functionality, and close relationship with Microsoft. Advancing AI innovation “In the context of security, AI’s impact is likely to be profound, tilting the scales in favour of defenders and empowering organisations to defend at...

ODSecurity exhibiting their total contraband detection capability at Milipol Paris

Currently, ODSecurity is at Milipol PARIS exhibiting their total contraband detection capability including Soter RS full body scanner, THEIA automatic threat recognition software, and Central Database. OD in Hall 4–Stand A023, Milipol, Paris, 14–17 November 2023. RS full body scanner Soter RS full body scanner, combines ultra-low radiation with maximum visibility, making it extraordinarily safe and efficient. The Soter can literally find anything that is either concealed inside or...

ConnectWise announces new SaaS security workflow engine and enhanced SIEM features

ConnectWise, the world’s pioneering software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), has announced innovations for its suite of cybersecurity management solutions, including automated remediation for cybersecurity leveraging the ConnectWise Asio™ platform. Enhanced features The ConnectWise SaaS Security™ workflow engine offers enhanced alerting for threat detection, and comprehensive monitoring, alerting, and incident response for Microsoft 365 envir...

Exabeam names Steve Wilson as CPO driving AI-driven Security Ops

Exabeam, a global cybersecurity pioneer that delivers AI-driven security operations announced the appointment of Steve Wilson to Chief Product Officer (CPO). In his role, Wilson will head Exabeam’s product management and product marketing teams to continue to drive innovation in the company’s AI-driven security operations and New-Scale SIEM product portfolio. Wilson will report to CEO Adam Geller.  Extensive experience Wilson is a pioneer and innovator in AI, cybersecurity, a...

MSA Security hosts webinar addressing security threat protection

MSA Security, an Allied Universal® company and the world's largest provider of canine detection teams, will host an educational webinar titled, High Consequence Threat Protection on November 15, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET.  Attendees will gain insights into the current threat landscape, a comprehensive evaluation of all known and unknown cyber and physical risks that can impact an organisation and essential protection strategies to safeguard organisations against terrorism and h...

Security and access management specialist wins prestigious national award

A Worcester-based security and access management specialist has been named as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, gaining a prestigious national award. The Key Safe Company has been accredited as 'Very Good' in The UK’s Top 100 Best Small Companies to Work for in 2023–a nationally recognised and respected scheme run by Best Companies, which celebrates a company’s commitment to employee engagement in the workplace. Key Safe Company Entering for the first time, i...

Connect ONE adds new visitor management features and capabilities

Connect ONE® takes the complexity out of managing visitors to the premises with registration and preregistration features that collect data on access around the facility, track the whereabouts of visitors, and assess the health and safety of individuals before they enter. Dealers and their customers have more data and details on visitors, adding new tangible value to access control in a unified platform.   Visitor management Keeping paper logs for visitor management doesn’...

Konica Minolta reflects on 150 years in business

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. proudly announced the commemoration of its 150th anniversary, a significant milestone few businesses reach. Through its long-time commitment to the industry and proactive approach to shaping the future of technology, the company has not only kept pace with industry developments over the years but consistently appeared at the forefront. Recognising employees Commemoration of this milestone has centered around showing gratitude to Konica Minolta&rs...

Illumio research shows nearly half of all data breaches originate in the cloud, costing organisations $4.1 mn on average

Illumio, Inc., the Zero Trust Segmentation company released the Cloud Security Index: Redefine Cloud Security with Zero Trust Segmentation, which presents the findings of global research into the current state of cloud security, the impact of cloud breaches, and why traditional cloud security technologies fail to keep organisations secure in the cloud. Vanson Bourne, an independent research firm, surveyed 1,600 IT and security decision-makers across nine countries and found that cloud risks are...

Milestone Systems announces release of XProtect 2023 R3 to boost efficiency, collaboration and system control

With this newest software release, users will have increased tools to drive productivity, collaboration, and scalability. For enterprises seeking an intelligent foundation that transforms video data into actionable insights, XProtect 2023 R3 is a platform that promises unlimited potential. XProtect 2023 R3 Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, announces the release of XProtect 2023 R3, the latest version of its highly scalable, flexible, data-driven video management software (VMS...

Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) collaborates with Kuwait Digital Transformation Conference for its second edition

Focused on adopting smart digital technologies to innovate services, drive the economy, and improve quality of life, this landmark event aims to accelerate Kuwait's journey towards digitisation, aligning with the visionary goals outlined in Kuwait's Vision 2035. Digital transformation Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition, the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) is proud to announce its renewed collaboration with the Kuwait Digital Transformation Conference for...

Gallagher appoints Director and Senior Systems Engineer to newly created Federal Government Programme intent on paving the way into a new cyber frontier

Award-winning security pioneer, Gallagher, reaffirms its commitment to U.S. government bodies by appointing Jeff Fields as Director and Paul Haake as Senior Systems Engineer of its newly formed Federal Government Programme. Combined, Fields and Haake bring 65 years of experience–many directly in the federal landscape-to the Gallagher team and are “brimming with excitement,” as Haake puts it, to launch the new programme. Fields and Haake envision Gallagher’s Federal Gover...

Hanwha Vision achieves ISO 27001 certification: the global standard for information security

Hanwha Vision, the vision solution provider, has achieved ISO 27001 (ISO/IEC 27001) certification, the international standard for information security, further bolstering its internal security management systems (ISMS) and proving itself as a trustworthy and cyber-secure partner. ISO 27001 standard ISO 27001 is the recognised standard for information security management systems, established by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commi...

Scott McGinnis joins ISS as healthcare sector provider

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has hired Scott McGinnis to serve in the newly created role of Client Director–Healthcare Sector Provider. Benefits of video intelligence As AI-powered video analytics continue to evolve and proliferate, the ability to adequately convey the benefits of video intelligence solutions will require specialists with individual market expertise who can speak to how the...

Quanergy And Edge360 enhance 3D LiDAR security solutions

Quanergy Solutions, a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, and Edge360, the company that delivers a comprehensive containerised video management solution, have further enhanced the power of their joint solution. Edge360 Can Now Leverage Quanergy Q-Track’s Innovative Object Stitching Mechanism to ensure that security customers never lose sight of bad actors, even if they hide behind occlusions/obstacles or if the scene is pitch dark. Surveill VMS Surveill VMS is an advanced, sca...

Sopra Steria and IDEMIA win government contract to install a fingerprint management system for the French Ministries of Justice and the Interior

The government’s fingerprint database (‘FAED’), which has been running since 1990, is often pivotal in police criminal investigations and securing court convictions. Faced by constantly rising repeat criminal offender numbers since 2005, it has become imperative to upgrade the forensic police’s IT systems. FAED V3 project This project, dubbed 'FAED V3', aims to ensure at all times top system performance to definitively identify criminals. FAED V3 development is a huge...

DigiCert unveils CEO predictions for digital trust in 2024

DigiCert revealed its top strategic predictions for 2024, detailing key trends in digital trust during the coming year. These predictions underscore the emerging importance of trust in content, software supply chains, and devices, the need to plan for the transition to quantum-safe cryptography and the emerging role of the Chief Digital Trust Officer in pairing trust investments with business objectives and outcomes. Author's quote “In 2024, we will see tectonic shifts in cybersecurity d...

Entrust and NEDAP integrate technologies to simplify credential issuance

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted identity, payments, and data announced a technology alliance partnership with NEDAP, an access control provider, to deliver interoperability between credential issuance and ID programme management capabilities. Managing physical access for people, visitors and assets is complex and ever-evolving. Organisations seek access control programmes that can provide both credential issuance and access management capabilities but find that they need to manage multiple...