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Aico announces the launch of AudioLINK+ to improve home life safety

AudioLINK+ is now faster, quieter, and more reliable than ever before. The second iteration of Aico’s award-winning AudioLINK technology makes it easy to access real-time data from alarms via the free AudioLINK+ app. AudioLINK+ AudioLINK+ extracts the same data as AudioLINK, but does this quicker and quieter than before to reduce disturbance and does not affect any other functionality of alarms. With the average time to take a report taking between 4-7 seconds, AudioLINK+ technology make...

Delta to showcase their high-performance industrial automation systems at the SPS Italia 2022

Delta, a world-class provider of industrial automation solutions, will present its portfolio of high-performance industrial automation systems at the 2022 SPS Italia to reflect the market need for smart manufacturing and production. These include the AX series motion controllers based on the CODESYS development environment, the new ASDA-B3 series servo systems, and the DVP50MC PLC motion controller. “Automation and digitalisation play important roles in smart manufacturing,” says Lu...

Spanish Ministry of Industry and Trade approves the acquisition of Vaxtor Group by MOBOTIX AG

MOBOTIX has been working successfully with the Vaxtor Group as a Technology Partner over the last few years, therefore, the acquisition of the Spanish company that develops automatic character recognition software, using video technology, was a logical consequence of this intensive cooperation. Review of the acquisition The strategic expansion was already announced on January 17, 2022, after the purchase agreement for 100% of the company shares was signed. Due to the exceptional importance of...

VPN providers unhappy with new CERT-In directives, contemplate leaving India, states Indusface

Venkatesh Sundar, who is the co-founder and CMO of Indusface, a leading Tata Growth Capital Funded SaaS company, told News 18: “Though the reasons for enforcing this with regard to the VPN service is understandable, I feel the steps are directly conflicting and counterproductive to the very purpose and benefits of VPN for legitimate purposes .” Attacking the core benefit This step, he said, directly attacks the core benefit the VPN service offers to its users and why users chose to...

RealNetworks SAFR SCAN™ wins 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics

RealNetworks, Inc. is proud to announce that its recently introduced SAFR SCAN™ facial recognition reader is the recipient of the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics. The prestigious award was announced by Security Today on April 26, 2022, honouring SAFR SCAN as being an outstanding product for government security applications. Evaluation criteria SAFR SCAN was selected for the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics by an independen...

RISCO Group receives ISO 27001 certification for cloud and interactive services to enhance privacy and data security

RISCO Group (RISCO), a globally renowned manufacturer of cloud-based security systems, has received the ISO 27001 certification for cloud and interactive services, related to security, building management and smart home solutions.  Enhanced privacy and data security The certification recognises RISCO’s extensive efforts and substantial investments made, in order to protect and increase privacy and data security from cyber-attacks. RISCO customers will gain additional reassurance th...

2N to subject the company’s products to robust, live testing against other leading technologies in an open forum

2N, the globally renowned company in IP intercom systems, will subject its products to robust testing against other leading technologies in a live setting. The tests will be run in a laboratory and will take place during the latest 2N On Air: Hands - on Edition virtual event, scheduled at 3 pm CET, on April 28, 2022. 2N On Air: Hands - on Edition The 2N On Air: Hands - on Edition virtual event, which is free and available to all, will be broadcast in English, with subtitles available in Germa...

Smart automation controllers from Siemens made available for all types of buildings

After the launch of the PXC4 and PXC5 controllers for the optimised control of small and medium-sized buildings, Siemens has added the PXC7 to its Desigo portfolio to offer even more flexibility to building automation practitioners. This new addition allows professionals to program heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications for larger buildings. Due to its simplified integration capabilities, the Desigo PXC7 controller supports system integrators in providing a complete auto...

Secure Logiq appoints George Petkov as their new IT Operations Manager to develop new partnerships

Manufacturer of servers dedicated to HD surveillance storage, Secure Logiq, has hired George Petkov as its new IT Operations Manager. This senior position will see Petkov work closely with Secure Logiq CTO Aleksandar Uzunov across a range of activities within the manufacturer’s technical department. In his new role, Petkov will assist with hardware parts procurement while also developing new partnerships and bringing more suppliers to Secure Logiq. He will also help with software developm...

Essence Group partners with Team-3 Protection Systems for implementation of MyShield cellular security solution

Essence Group, a pioneer of cloud-based wireless security solutions for homes, families, and businesses, announced its collaboration with Israeli security provider Team-3 Protection Systems for the first national implementation of its MyShield cellular IoT (Cat-M) enabled intruder prevention solution. The partnership entails Essence Group providing Team-3 with MyShield devices that will be offered as part of the company’s security solutions services for Israeli customers. The devices will...

ADT introduces new location-sharing features for SoSecure by ADT Mobile Safety app

ADT announced new location-sharing features for its award-winning SoSecure by ADT mobile safety app, keeping users in touch with loved ones from virtually anywhere. SoSecure app The feature-loaded personal safety app offers the most discreet ways to call for help, including an SOS slider button, SMS chat, video, or hands-free with a custom secret phrase, even from a locked screen. Premium features include crash detection and roadside assistance. SoSecure is ideal for anyone who wants to feel...

Lumeo announces the integration of the Microsoft Azure Face Service with vision AI models and analytics

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, announces the integration of the Microsoft Azure Face Service with its ever-growing library of vision AI (Artificial Intelligence) models and analytics. The Azure Face Service provides AI algorithms that detect, recognise, and analyse human faces in images. Lumeo is an open and flexible video analytics platform that addresses the specific business challenge of bridging the latest AI models and techniques with a growing audience attempting to bring...

Women of ADT honoured at ISC West Conference

ADT pioneers were recognised this week at the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West) in Las Vegas, the largest and most converged security industry trade show in the U.S. Women in Security Power 100 List 2022 With thousands of security and public safety professionals in attendance, this event covers everything from video surveillance and smart home technology to drones and robotics. And this year, ISC West’s premier sponsor, the Security Industry Association (SIA) he...

Messe Frankfurt and ABEC to announce new dates of Secutech India 2023

Secutech India, India’s security business event is expected to return for its next iteration in 2023, in alignment with the decision and interests of the sectors involved. Reason for change of dates  An important event in the security industry calendar, Secutech India aims to spotlight the latest security technologies, trends, and innovations as well as the post-pandemic response of the industry that are shaping product developments in India’s physical security, cyber security...

Resideo announces security portfolio updates at ISC West 2022

Resideo Technologies Inc. announced new capabilities for its security and home automation solutions at ISC West 2022 (exhibitor stand #16025). During the annual industry event, the company will spend valuable time with customers and supplier partners and will highlight the latest technologies and offerings. Safe and secure home security systems "Resideo is a pioneer in the home security and life-safety industry, and we continue to develop our next wave of connected home technology to help home...

Nice/Nortek Control to display the integration of 2GIG EDGE security panel with ELAN Platform at ISC West 2022

Furthering its commitment to provide smart home and security integrators with the most complete platform for home control, Nice/Nortek Control announces exclusive integration of their award-winning 2GIG EDGE™ security panel with its ELAN® Control Platform. The ELAN Control Systems and 2GIG EDGE integration offer tactical and seamless interoperability between security and control. “We’re setting the standard for security and control all from a single platform,” said Q...

Light Middle East | Intelligent Building Middle East 2023 and Intersec 2023 global events to run side-by-side in January 2023

Messe Frankfurt Middle East (MFME), the regional subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt, one of the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organisers, is to co-locate two of its leading exhibitions in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to capitalise on visitor and exhibitor synergies. Light Middle East | Intelligent Building Middle East 2023, the region’s premier exhibition, conference and awards for lighting, design and technology, and Intersec 2023, the globally renowned emergency...

ASSA ABLOY's one simple door upgrade ensures a home office is private and secure

Has the growth in working from home (WFH) outpaced the ability to keep a home office environment secure? Hybrid working combining WFH with on-site attendance grew steadily in the decade up to 2019. It is now here to stay: One-quarter of the workforce in Finland, for example, principally worked from home in 2020, according to one study. Security or privacy WFH However, many repurposed domestic spaces are not equipped with the security or privacy WFH requires. “In many organisations,...

Hanwha Techwin launches Wisenet Viewer to view and manage different video sources through one interface

Hanwha Techwin, a provider of video surveillance products and solutions, launches Wisenet Viewer 1.0, a new NVR/DVR viewer that makes it simple to view and manage different video sources through one interface. Wisenet Viewer 1.0 is designed to make video management easy and works with all Wisenet recorders. It removes the need for a dedicated server to manage all video sources, leading to cost reductions and helping to preserve existing investments without new licences or replacing all recorder...

Cisco Meraki helps organisations to take smart spaces to the next level

The hybrid world has changed where and how everyone works. Supply chain constraints require more efficiency and make reducing waste more important than ever. Increased options and competition have changed the way consumers and businesses transact? In order to stay ahead, organisations need to rapidly adapt their current environments. This means continually evaluating workspaces to improve the employee experience, actively managing resources and processes to improve sustainability, and finding n...

CIE announce a new UK distribution partnership with Carson Living

CIE is proud to introduce Carson, the one-app resident experience and 24/7 remote concierge service, as it enters the UK & European market for the first time. Seeing its official launch at The Security Event 2022 at the NEC Birmingham in April, Carson Living will be available in the UK through specialist IP Access Control distributors CIE-Group, adding to their growing portfolio of leading security brands including 2N, Axis, Akuvox, and Quanika. 24/7 remote support Carson fully integrates...

ADT modernises professional security monitoring for the Smart Home era with its System Monitoring and Response Technology (SMART) platform

Modern smart home security systems have all the bells and whistles of modern convenience, from thermostats that keep homes comfortable without wasting energy, to smartphone applications that allow people to lock and unlock their doors from halfway around the world. But, at the end of the day, people still buy smart home security systems for one simple reason - safety. “In an emergency, customers want the right public safety agency to respond with the highest priority, based on their type...

ADT highlights smart home device adoption on the rise and answers the question - Is a smart camera also smart home security?

Smart home device adoption is on the rise, as new advancements and technology continue to roll out. According to Interpret, more than half of all U.S. consumers own at least one smart home device with video cameras, ranking in the top five most popular. In addition, Parks Associates found that one-third of consumers who own a smart home device increased their use of their devices during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting both the indoor and outdoor cameras. Is a smart camera also a security system?...

FLIR launches A50 and A70 thermal cameras to fit the needs of professionals for every industry

When decision-makers seek to integrate new hardware into their automation process, they are often looking at a few key areas: the ease of use, price point, features, and the ability to utilise the hardware at multiple points throughout their system. The new A50 and A70 thermal cameras come in three options—Smart, Streaming, and Research & Development to fit the needs of professionals across a variety of industries—from manufacturing to utilities to science. Condition monitoring...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA appoints David Moser as the Senior Vice President

David Moser has been appointed as Senior Vice President & Head of Digital Access Solutions EMEIA. He succeeds Stephanie Ordan in the post, who became Executive Vice President & Head of ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions late in 2021. David’s role will focus on continuing to strengthen ASSA ABLOY’s position as the pioneer in access control solutions across EMEIA. He will oversee the continued efforts in market education and exciting product developments from ASSA ABLOY’s brand...

Morphean's white paper highlight the rise in flexible working beckons shift to automation and AI for security industry

Morphean, a pioneer in Security-as-a-Service and cloud analytics, has announced a new whitepaper that explores the security challenges associated with the growing prevalence of the flexible working model. As businesses adapt to the post-COVID era by offering employees greater freedom in when and where they work, security professionals need to respond and keep pace with these dynamic, more fluid working patterns. Automation and AI As demand for flexibility grows, the need to monitor...

Mobileum partners with VoerEir for creating powerful test platform for end-to-end service assurance

Mobileum Inc., a global provider of analytics solutions for roaming and network services, security, risk management, testing and service assurance, and subscriber intelligence, is pleased to announce their technology partnership with VoerEir, an award-winning edge cloud technology company. The partnership between Mobileum and VoerEir creates the most comprehensive and powerful test platform for end-to-end Service Assurance and network function virtualization infrastructure (NFVI) benchmarking,...

Identity Defined Security Alliance Partners with National Cybersecurity Alliance for Second Annual ‘Identity Management Day’

The Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA), a non-profit that provides free vendor-neutral education and resources to help organisations reduce the risk of a breach by combining identity and security strategies announced the second annual ‘Identity Management Day.’ The awareness event takes place on the second Tuesday in April each year; this year Identity Management Day 2022 will be held on April 12. Identity Management Day According to the “2021 Trends in Securing Digit...

2N announces firmware upgrade of the 2N Indoor View answering unit for high-end residential projects

2N, the globally renowned company in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has updated the firmware of the 2N Indoor View, the company’s answering unit for high-end residential projects, to turn it both into a surveillance device and a control panel for complex home automation systems. The firmware upgrade is designed to meet the changing requirements of people living in luxury properties all over the world. 2N Indoor View firmware upgrade The residents of luxury buildi...

Heald announces Concentric Security as the winner of the annual Sales Excellence Award 2021

Heald, an innovator in the field of perimeter security technology and the largest manufacturer of quality security equipment in the UK has announced USA-based distributor, Concentric Security, as the winner of its annual Sales Excellence Award for the 2021 period. The annual award from Heald is presented to the company that sells the most Heald products throughout the year. Most iconic street Having won the accolade in 2020, Concentric Security has continued its growth success by increasing s...