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Global security manufacturer, Gallagher and nine of their technology partners hosted Integrate 2023 at their UK headquarters on the 1st of February 2023. Expected to become an annual event, Integrate 2023 was a day of technical demonstrations, presentations, keynote speeches, and networking for over 150 guests from the UK security industry. The event was designed for consultants and end-users to learn more about how Gallagher and their technology partners integrate with one another to deli...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA), its training subsidiary Skills for Security, and members SecuriGroup have launched the UK’s first apprenticeship for front-line security personnel. They aim to tackle the outdated image of security and recruit younger people to the industry. The UK is facing an acute shortage of security officers, increased demand for security services, an aging workforce, Brexit, and fall-out from the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning around 62,000 new security...

Cequence Security, the provider of Unified API Protection, announces it has enhanced the testing capabilities within its Unified API Protection Platform with the availability of API Security Testing. This API Security Testing framework encourages shift-left efforts by giving security and development teams the tools to quickly uncover and remediate API vulnerabilities in pre-production environments that could otherwise lead to business disruption in production. API traffic analysis With API Se...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the release of the Metasys CCM09090 Critical Environment Controller. The CCM09090 is a room-level controller that provides precise control of temperature, humidity, and air handlers for spaces like complex labs with multiple fume hoods and healthcare facilities. Monitor and maintain key environmental parameters “The ability to monitor and maintain key environmental parameters at an accelerated r...

Facility Explorer meets any building management need. Wireless or wired field controllers and devices provide direct closed-loop control over mechanical and HVAC equipment. Supervisory controllers deliver network-wide coordination for single or multiple sites. The result is an integrated, comprehensive control solution. What’s new Johnson Controls is excited to announce a new release of Facility Explorer products designed to help easily identify and solve issues while in the field, as we...

SentryBay, the UK-based cybersecurity software company has announced that it has been recognised as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner® Hype Cycle ™ for Endpoint Security, 2022 under the VDI/DaaS Endpoint Security category for the second year in a row. VDI and DaaS According to the Gartner report: 'The increased use of VDI and DaaS to deliver access to company apps and data from unmanaged devices demands additional controls. Less control of the local machine introduces the risk of keylog...

Undoubtedly, the coronavirus pandemic revolutionised working life for a large proportion of the workforce worldwide, with millions of workers being instructed to work from home, almost overnight. In many cases, this situation continued for many months and, in some instances, years.  The long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the global workforce have been considered in many ways. One particularly significant change, however, has been the increased use of monitoring technologies to observe and ke...

UK installers have wider access to RISCO security solutions, as the company signs a national distribution agreement with global security distributor, ADI Global Distribution. Installers will also be able to access RISCO solutions via ADI’s extensive network of branch locations or online through ADI's Digital Branch. Wired detection devices distribution RISCO has a long-standing relationship with ADI, which has distributed its wired detection devices for over 30 years. The expanded rela...

TrueConf, a developer of self-hosted video collaboration solutions, introduces new security features at ISE 2023, a high-profile AV show hosted in Barcelona. TrueConf Server, a 4K video conferencing and team collaboration platform supports integration with DLP systems which enables government organisations and businesses to minimise risks of data leakage.   Eliminating data exposure Video conferencing and messaging applications have become the most popular collaboration tools since they...

Viking Electronics Inc. introduces the new VE-9x12 series of outdoor enclosures, which provide the ultimate weather protection for users' Viking emergency phones, entry phones, or door boxes. Constructed of durable UV-stable polycarbonate/ABS composite, these enclosures are intended for years of outdoor service. VE-9x12 enclosures Available in Red, Yellow, and Black, the VE-9x12 enclosures are strong and lightweight with plenty of space for mounting Viking or third-party equipment. Each encl...

Neurotechnology, a provider of deep learning-based solutions and high-precision biometric identification technologies, has announced the release of their new Face Verification system. Face Verification 13.0 is designed for the integration of high-quality face capture, secure facial authentication and robust face liveness detection into mobile and web applications. It includes a small-footprint version of Neurotechnology’s latest facial recognition algorithm – which ranked among the...

SALTO Systems North America has elevated two marketing team members to new levels of leadership to help focus on the four pillars of SALTO NA's efforts: building the brand, fostering a culture of learning and impact, getting closer to the customer, and achieving sustainable growth.  Heena Virjee Heena Virjee has been named as Senior Manager-Marketing, North America. She will guide the continued growth and expansion of SALTO's electronic access control hardware and software security produc...

Nice, a global manufacturer of smart home, security, and building automation solutions announces the next generation of SlideDriver from HySecurity: SlideDriver II hydraulic gate operator. Building on the SlideDriver legacy of providing durable and reliable security, the latest iteration utilises its most intelligent technology to date with the new SmartTouch 725 control board. The release of the SlideDriver II and the SmartTouch 725 controller reinforces the HySecurity brand’s commitment...

Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) has again been named to FORTUNE’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ list, ranking #1 in the ‘Wholesalers: Electronics and Office Equipment’ category for the tenth consecutive year. This marks the 23rd time that Arrow Electronics, Inc. has appeared on the listing that is based on input from industry executives, directors, and analysts. Arrow Electronics tops World’s Most Admired Companies list Arrow Electronics, Inc. topped...

Allied Universal has been recognised with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) for its efforts in keeping the city safe, by providing daily alerts of events in the downtown Los Angeles area, in California, USA. The Allied Universal team provides the LAPD with critical communication alerts about events, marches and protests in the area that play a vital role in keeping the city and its residents safe. Brian Raboin, the Regional Director of Security for Alli...

Absolute Software, the only provider of self-healing, intelligent security solutions announced that it has been named a Leader in the Winter 2023 Grid® Reports for Endpoint Management and Zero Trust Networking published by G2, the largest and most trusted software marketplace. Absolute Secure Endpoint For 12 consecutive quarters, Absolute Secure Endpoint has ranked in the highest quadrant for Endpoint Management solution providers based on user ratings from verified G2 users and high level...

The adoption of the latest version of 3D Secure authentication for online payments has significantly increased around the world, according to a new report by fraud prevention specialists - Ravelin. The global average for transactions passing through the latest version (3DS2.2) has shot up to 17% from 1% in H2 2022. The frequency of version updates in 3DS2 is fast but so far the industry seems to be keeping pace. 2022 saw the final deprecation of the 3SD1 protocol. Positive authentication succe...

Menlo Security, a pioneer in cloud security, announces that the Menlo Security Cloud Security Platform powered by a patented Isolation Core has received Authorisation to Operate (ATO) at a moderate level under the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Instead of a detect and response approach, Menlo’s FedRAMP Authorised Cloud based Internet Isolation (CBII) Security Platform powered by an Isolation Core stops threats before they ever happen. This means safe browsing...

The latest version of Cognitec’s FaceVACS-Entry technology not only takes biometric photos but also allows for their comparison against facial images retrieved from ID documents or databases. The process also includes presentation attack detection to ensure a live person interacts with the device. The slim, lightweight device The slim, lightweight device fits wide-ranging installation scenarios, including eGates, desks, kiosks, free-standing pillars, and border control booths. Instan...

LenelS2, a pioneer in advanced security systems and services, has released its browser-based, access control, and event monitoring system, NetBox™ version 5.6. This new version adds reporting and event management capabilities, enhanced third-party integrations, and a new employee mobile app interface to the platform. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, intelligent building and cold chain solutions. NetBox software v5.6 featu...

With its establishment three decades ago, Matrix has been a growing name across Telecom and Security domains internationally. Matrix covers the entire communication and security needs of organisations ranging in all sizes with its extensive solution range in the domain of Telecom, Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. Customer-centered technology-driven solutions   Matrix focuses on providing customer-centered technology-driven solutions by providing world-class produc...

Zenitel, the supplier of intelligent and interoperable communication solutions, announced the hiring of a key relationship executive in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. Jennifer Kozak has been named Strategic Alliance Relationship Manager, reporting to Kelly Lake, Director of Global Strategic Alliances. Zenitel’s strategic alliances program supports manufacturer partners who integrate Zenitel’s intelligent communication solutions into their business. Kozak will also work with Zen...

Gartner has recognised ABB as a ‘Visionary’ in its 2022 Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms report, based on ABB’s completeness of vision and ability to execute. The recognition is based on the Gartner evaluation of the ABB Ability™ Genix, ABB’s flagship industrial IoT platform and AI suite that was launched in 2020. ABB appears in the report for the second year in a row. ABB was recognised as a ‘Niche Player’ in 2021 and a ‘...

RightCrowd, a global provider of safety, security, and compliance solutions that manage the access and presence of people, is launching a new Systems Integrator Partner Programme with a different twist. The programme is designed to cultivate select relationships with highly qualified, well-established systems integrators specialising in large physical access control systems (PACS) who possess the vision to transform the industry’s digital transformation journey into new pathways to annual...

In recognition of International Data Privacy Day, Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared data protection best practices to help physical security pioneers protect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust without compromising security. Data privacy has become a global top priority. Currently, 71% of countries have initiated data privacy legislation, and companies that haven’t taken appropriate steps t...

Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empower industrial organisations to access, connect and visualise their data, introduces N-Tron® Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Ethernet switches. As industries around the world digitally transform and optimise their operations, reliable and secure network access is absolutely critical. NT5000 switches and their gigabit speed are designed to improve network security and reliability for industrial organisations of all sizes and e...

Working in harmony with darker environments, The Midnight Black Collection has been created for businesses and sites that require or prefer a security solution which offers unrivalled, contemporary, and discreet protection that compliments their surroundings. Texecom's Midnight Black Collection includes the complete range of Capture Grade 2 motion detectors, Premier Elite LCDLP / LDLCP-W keypads, Impaq S / SC/ SC-W and Micro Contact-W / Micro Shock-W perimeter detectors. Shock detection perfor...

viisights, Inc., a pioneer in behavioural recognition video analytics that deliver real-time video intelligence, is showcasing their advanced security, safety and environmental health solutions together with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) at the IoT Solutions World Congress 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, from January 31st to February 2nd. viisights will be demonstrating their system together with HP in the HPE stand #632. viisights recently joined the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Ready for Technolog...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the pioneer in guard replacement services using proprietary intelligence and 100% verified police calls, has compiled three years of data spanning from 2020 to 2022 that details criminal activity and outcomes at three of the company’s customer locations. The data confirms that Elite has been successful in preventing criminal behaviour in 96% of non-violent incidents when trespassers were detected on customers’ properties without the need for police inter...

Global security pioneer, Gallagher, announces the latest in a string of continuous enhancements to their cloud-based security solution – the power to instantly give users access across multiple sites. Lisa Tubb, Senior Product Manager for Gallagher SMB, says, “Our customers love the Multi-Site functionality that forms part of our core feature set, which has made it easy to manage the security of multiple business sites from one central location. With this latest release we have furt...