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Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division and RapidSOS announced a Digital Alerts solution for enabling firefighters to respond to commercial building fires and emergencies faster and with more accurate data. El Paso County 911 District in Texas is the first to deploy the new solution, bringing more efficient and informed emergency response to their community.   Digital Alerts With Digital Alerts, emergency communication centres (ECCs) receive fire dispatch in...

HID, the worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions has announced a collaborative self-service patient engagement and facial recognition offering designed to enhance healthcare operations and administer an improved patient service at every touchpoint. The technology triad involves: HID: The major company in biometric technology across various use cases and vertical markets  CERTIFY Health: A provider of modernised solutions to optimise patient care and experiences CTS: A...

Stephen Robinson, Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst at WithSecure, comments on the Schneider Electric ransomware attack, stating, “The attack on Schneider Electric follows a trend of cyberattacks against the energy sector." He adds, "The energy sector is a popular target for ransomware due to playing a vital role in society's daily functioning – disruption can have far-reaching consequences. Schneider Electric themselves were victims of Lockbit's MoveIT ransomware campaign in 2023,...

NMi Group, a global pioneer in mission-critical Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Calibration (TICC) services, proudly announces the transformative acquisition of TrustCB in the Cyber Security domain. This strategic move solidifies NMi Group as the premier provider of certification services for the evolving landscape of digitally integrated and smart devices. Reliability and integrity As a part of NMi Group, TrustCB is the exclusive commercial Certification Body for the globally recogni...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider announced the promotion of Jim Lennon to vice president of treasury. He will oversee financial activities, including North American treasury and cash application activities. Lennon has been with Allied Universal for more than 13 years. He joined the company in 2010 as part of Allied Barton, which was acquired and merged with Universal Protection to become Allied Universal in 2016. Financial leaders...

XOi, a pioneering provider of technician-focused technology solutions, has named veteran industry pioneer Richard “Fletch” Fletcher to head the company’s critical manufacturer partnerships as it continues to invest in technician-focused technology driving the digital transformation of the skilled trades.  As the newly appointed executive vice president of XOi’s OEM channel, Fletcher leverages his manufacturer experience to head the evolution and execution of XOi&rsq...

Veeam® Software, the #1 pioneer by market share in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery announced several updates and enhancements of its Veeam ProPartner Network programme aimed at helping partners around the world to benefit from the growing adoption of Veeam technology to help companies become radically resilient in the face of growing cyber threats and other outages. Veeam ProPartner Network The programme updates are focused on supporting partner profitability in a more predict...

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced the new Teamcentre® SLM app on Salesforce AppExchange. Developed by Siemens in collaboration with Salesforce, the app connects product engineering and product service operations by bringing together the Teamcentre Service Lifecycle Management solution from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software with Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud and Salesforce Service Cloud.  Service-centric business models This new app enables manufacture...

3DX-Ray will introduce their new smaller ThreatScan AS2 flat panel for their portable x-ray system, at the Intersec 2024 in Dubai, UAE. The new panel has been specifically designed for operators working in areas where access is very restricted.   Flat panel A smaller footprint with a slightly improved resolution as its big brother, the AS1, uses the latest glassless technology inside to reduce size and weight. It boasts an excellent dead zone cut-off, down to less than 3mm on two sides.&...

Acre Security, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the launch of the Aspire Partner programme, marking a significant step forward in enhancing and expanding its partner ecosystem. Initially available to strategic partners in the EMEA region, the programme aims to empower acre security partners by equipping them with the necessary resources and opportunities to explore new markets, create significant revenue streams, and enhance their technical and product kno...

Abacus Group, the Managed Services Provider (“MSP”) to alternative investment firms, announced the opening of a new office in central Edinburgh, to expand its research and development and customer support capabilities, while leveraging the rich local talent pool in the area. The strategic move follows the company’s 15% revenue growth in 2023, building on the 21% recorded in 2022. New office The new office is already being utilised by several employees, and Abacus expects to...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership association for the security industry, have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession.  The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held from Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Security LeadHER Born of a need to e...

Radiant Logic, the Identity Data Fabric company, has unveiled RadiantOne AI, its data lake-powered Artificial Intelligence engine, and AIDA, its generative AI data assistant. RadiantOne AI RadiantOne AI is designed to complement existing tech stack and governance products by correlating data across multiple sources and providing contextual information to drive better decision-making. The result is a radical reduction in the time and resources needed to gather the data required to effectively...

Everon, also known as ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Inc., based out of Boise, Idaho, USA. Geographic expansion This is the third acquisition that Everon has completed since emerging as a standalone organisation in October 2023, and already the second in 2024, following the January 4 announcement that it had acquired Maine-based Portland Safe, Inc...

LenelS2 has partnered with SALTO Systems to integrate OnGuard®, their comprehensive and flexible security solution, with SALTO’s smart locking product portfolio for an enhanced physical access control security platform.  Powerful security solution "We are excited about the technology partnership between LenelS2 and SALTO," said Patrick Heylen, System Integrator Partner Program Global Manager, SALTO Systems. He adds, "This partnership combines the advanced security and smart acc...

Paxton has officially opened a brand-new manufacturing facility called the Paxton Electronics Centre.  This milestone coincides with the global technology manufacturer’s continued expansion and increased customer demand for products and services.  State-of-the-art facility The state-of-the-art facility is the next step in the security technology developer's vision for their technology park in the UK.  The site which is nestled between the universities of Sussex and Brigh...

Hanwha Vision, a global vision solution provider, has reached a cumulative production of 10 million units in its Vietnam-based manufacturing facility just five years after beginning operations at the site.  Landmark production milestone This accomplishment demonstrates the company’s growth in the global market. With this momentum, Hanwha Vision is poised to further strengthen its business and continue rolling out its vision for Europe and beyond. In October 2023, Hanwha Vision held...

Are business alarms set to change forever? Nirovision, an Australian trailblazer in AI-powered video analytics thinks so. The company unveiled its latest breakthrough, Safety Agent Alarm, a world-first innovation that allows an AI agent to actively monitor a workplace’s security cameras and promptly alert for security and safety concerns. Safety Agent Alarm With AI analysing footage in real-time, the Safety Agent is smart enough to distinguish between non-events and genuine safety conce...

Mark Paul, a security professional for Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, was honoured by The American Red Cross at its Evening of the Stars event for his heroic actions that saved a life. Military and first aid training Paul was recognised at the event on Nov. 14, 2023, for assisting an individual in need and saving their life. While on shift at Allied Universal’s client State Farm Park in Illinois, Paul helped a State Farm e...

IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technologies, and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), the science and tech arm of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in Singapore, announced that they have signed a master agreement under a Strategic Partnership for Innovation (SPI) to collaborate on research and development in biometrics and forensics technologies. The partnership will accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions to ensure the safety and security of Singapore citi...

Acre Security, a global provider of security solutions, is proud to announce its participation in Intersec 2024, taking place on 16 – 18 January 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Over the past seven months, Acre Security has unified its operations into a single, cohesive global business. This transformation underscores its commitment to providing streamlined and efficient experiences for clients worldwide. Unified network of solutions Acre Secu...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the Lepton UW, the world's first micro-thermal camera module with an ultrawide 160-degree field of view (FOV) that is small enough to fit on the tip of a finger. The new ultra-wide module provides unbeatable size, weight, and performance for applications requiring a wide field of view, including fire detection, process monitoring, and people counting. Lepton UW features Lepton UW features a usable 120 x 120 thermal resol...

The Security Executive Council proudly welcomes Mark Kelly and Bill King as their two newest Subject Matter Expert Faculty and Dave Komendat as Emeritus Faculty. Mark Kelly Mark Kelly has more than 25 years of experience managing global security programs for major multi-national organisations. His expertise spans the overall suite of physical security programs, but he specialises in supply chain security. He is the former Global Head of Field Security and Supply Chain operations for Dell, the...

ODSecurity will be showing their total contraband detection capability including the Sotor RS full body scanner, THEIA automatic threat recognition software, and Central Database, at the International Corrections and Prisons Association 2023 - ICPA 2023, in Antwerp, Belgium, from the 22-27 October 2023. Sotor RS full-body scanner The Sotor RS full-body scanner, combines ultra-low radiation with maximum visibility, making it extraordinarily safe and efficient. The Sotor can literally...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is proud to launch the Virtual Law Enforcement HQ (HQ). This interactive experience demonstrates how the company’s key control and asset management solutions can be applied within police agencies to create a verifiable chain of custody and facilitate heightened levels of security.  Unique, dynamic platform “The Virtual Law Enforcement HQ provides a unique, dynamic platform to explore how our ke...

In the race to hit ambitious global net zero targets, a further two billion EVs need to be on the road by 2050, according to the International Energy Agency. To power these green motors, lithium-ion batteries are essential. But what happens when those batteries are defective? Even before assembly into a working engine, traction batteries are typically transported with a small level of charge. This is because a fully discharged battery poses problems for both the manufacturer and consumer; p...

A new application for installers enabling them to earn extra revenue by monitoring the health of their customers’ security systems, has been launched by Dahua Technology. DoLynk Care  DoLynk Care DoLynk Care is a cloud-based tool for installers to add value to their customers by monitoring the health of a system in real-time, and alerting installers of any issues before they become a problem for their customers. If a device fails, the installation company receives immediate notific...

Hackuity, the risk-based vulnerability management provider, announced the launch of Version 2.0 of its next-generation platform, featuring major enhancements to bring further support to organisations in prioritising risks. Vulnerability Management  Hackuity’s intelligent Risk-Based Vulnerability Management combines threat intelligence, vulnerability severity, and unique business context, providing organisations with a quantified, measurable ‘True Risk Score’(TRS), f...

Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of secured entry solutions, will highlight their best practices for data centre layered security as a Silver Sponsor at 7x24 Exchange. The conference, to be held October 8-11, 2023 in Grapevine, TX, is an important event for those involved with protecting critical infrastructure such as data centres. Data centre protection “Helping to protect data centres with our suite of secured entry solutions is a core component of our mission at Boon Edam,”...

From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. The event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Live exhibits Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area. An exciting event programme in...