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Alcatraz, globally renowned developer of secure touchless access control products, has partnered with New York Security Solutions, Inc. (NYSS) to sell and market the Alcatraz Rock platform, in the US East Coast market. Touchless access control solutions “At New York Security Solutions, Inc., we take pride in the effort we put into choosing a security product to recommend to our clients and as technology geeks, we have been very impressed with the Alcatraz Rock platform and its ability to...

Ping Identity, the intelligent identity solution for the enterprise, announced Emma Maslen has joined the company’s leadership team as Vice President and General Manager for EMEA and APAC. Maslen brings over 20 years of senior leadership experience working for IT household names such as Sun Microsystems and BMC Software and joins following her most recent role as Managing Director of SAP Concur. Emma now leads EMEA and APAC for Ping Identity, focusing on opening new markets and ensuring t...

Renowned risk management company, SmartWater Technology Limited (The SmartWater Group), has teamed up with Vantage England & Wales to help protect its agricultural customers from rural crime. As a result of the partnership, SmartWater Technology, a division of The SmartWater Group, will supply forensic marking liquid for Vantage’s Trimble agricultural portfolio, including advanced navigation and machine control systems designed specifically for farming use. SmartTrace liquid Each Tr...

Industry professionals will explore the global challenges and opportunities facing video monitoring operations during the second annual Calipsa Masterclass. Calipsa, a provider of deep-learning powered video analytics for false alarm reduction, will host the free, two-and-a-half-hour virtual event beginning at 10 a.m. EST, November 18. False alarm reduction software This year’s event will cover topics including: How technology and COVID-19 have impacted video monitoring in 2020: A d...

Vision-Box a global provider of biometrics seamless travel, automated border management and electronic identity management solutions dedicated to improving the quality and security in government services, travel and border control - announced a regional strategic partnership with AirAsia Group, to implement pioneering, identity management technology across its network of 152 airports. As a provider and pioneer of new seamless digital identification technologies throughout the travel ecosystem,...

Hikvision launches a partnership program for social good, called ‘STAR’ which stands for ‘Sustainability through Technology, Actions for Responsibility.’ At the launch ceremony, Hikvision signed a strategic cooperation agreement with WWF China, its first strategic partner in the STAR Program. This program aims to empower non-profit organisations through cutting edge technology and then work alongside those organisations to explore innovative ways to benefit communities a...

Acuant, a foremost global provider of identity verification solutions, announced that the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) has prioritised the AssureID™ Connect SaaS, Ozone® eMRTD Authentication SaaS and Facial Recognition System, FaceID Government SaaS including Passive Liveness (COFRS) for a Moderate Provisional Authority to Operate (P-ATO) by the Joint Authorisation Board (JAB). AI-powered identity platform Acuant's AI-powered Trusted Identity Platform p...

In 2020, going back to school has been like no other in history, as remote learning, modified schedules, virtual classes, and hybrid class modes became ‘normal.’ Seeing kids return to universities, high schools and elementary schools has required new levels of fortitude for parents. Fortunately, a foundation of technologies with features that include the Cloud, video, conferencing, and collaboration make distant classroom situations achievable. With a last-minute scramble to find t...

On 17th September, Leonardo successfully demonstrated unique integrated capabilities between a manned aircraft and an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). This took place in the UK during Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT) trials between a Leonardo AW159 Wildcat helicopter and a semi-autonomous UAV from Callen-Lenz Associates. In this instance, MUMT is when a helicopter crew controls a UAV from the helicopter-like it was an onboard sensor being controlled from the cockpit. By integrating control of the U...

Leonardo’s Board of Directors was provided with comprehensive information on the potential effects resulting from the first instance judgment in the trial of the Monte dei Paschi di Siena. The presentation of the analysis, which also took into consideration the different reference markets of the Group, has shown an overview of the situation that does not involve specific limitations of company operations. The Governance Committee was entrusted with the task of monitoring and analysing ev...

The Alarm.com Smart Water Valve+Meter is now available to service providers partnered with Alarm.com and its subsidiaries to help protect connected homes and businesses from unexpected water emergencies and steep water bills. The award-winning device, unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) earlier this year, is an affordable, Z-Wave water shutoff valve that combines innovative technology with high-quality plumbing hardware. Leveraging critical system and occupancy data helps the Smart...

HID Global, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces that it has collaborated with Temenos, the banking software company, to expand the features of HID’s multi-factor authentication solution that are seamlessly available to Temenos Infinity users through the Temenos MarketPlace. HID’s risk-based authentication solution is pre-integrated with Temenos Infinity, the digital front office product. Temenos is used in over 3,000 financial institutions and supports the digital tra...

IDIS is unveiling its latest video tech solutions with an innovation-rich online Virtual Showcase for systems integrators, consultants, and end-users. The ‘virtual booth’ replicates the exhibition experience, taking visitors on a tour of the latest IDIS products and technologies, with features and functions explained, and application examples included. Visitors to the virtual showcase will be introduced to the newly launched IDIS AI Box for COVID-19 (DV-2232). Facilitating social d...

Securiport, the pioneer in border management and civil aviation security and threat assessment solutions and systems, announces the release of their newest product line within their suite of services focusing on In-Vehicle Biometric Collection (IVC) and In-Vehicle Biometric Verification (IVV) to automate border processing. Over the years Securiport has pioneered a variety of solutions to ensure the safety of travellers and citizens alike. The most recent product release of in-vehicle systems ha...

ACRE, a globally renowned provider of security products and solutions for the access control, intrusion, smart traffic and video surveillance markets, has announced that the ACRE brands – RS2, Vanderbilt and Open Options – will launch ACT ID, a new cloud-based mobile credential application that enables organisations to utilise both iOS and Android smartphones with existing WaveLynx multi-technology readers for secure access to doors in office buildings, government facilities, healthc...

HID Global, a globally renowned company in trusted identity solutions, has announced that it has expanded its HID SOMA chip operating system (COS) family with the addition of SOMA c016 on NXP Semiconductors' new SmartMX3 microcontroller. HID is the industry’s first to certify a native COS on NXP’s newest generation SmartMX3 platform to Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 5+ (EAL5+). SOMA c016 integration with SmartMX3 “This accomplishment is in-line with our commitment...

Vanderbilt, a renowned provider of state-of-the-art video, access control and intrusion security systems, announced the introduction of Vanderbilt Mobile ACT ID, featuring zero-touch, cloud-issued credentials for seamless integration into its access control solutions. The result is the ability to easily issue new credentials, as well as instantly grant and restrict access for office buildings, government facilities, healthcare institutions, schools, residences and a growing variety of enterprise...

Bitglass, the Total Cloud Security Company, has received full scores across all nine criteria in KuppingerCole’s Market Compass on Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASBs). The report covers vendors with offerings that address the challenges of security and compliance when using cloud services. This is the fourth time KuppingerCole has included Bitglass in its CASB Compass, demonstrating the company’s strong and consistent market validation. The criteria against which participants are...

Pluralsight, Inc., the enterprise technology skills platform announced the introduction of Delivery Module for Pluralsight Flow, a new tool designed to help engineering teams proactively overcome roadblocks in the software development process and identify improvements to deliver greater value and improve time-to-market. Human interaction measurement  Conversations and efforts can focus on where it matters most, helping teams make changes with real impact" Pluralsight Flow’s Deliver...

Sterling, a renowned provider of background and identity services, is expanding the global Sterling Identity suite of services and has launched a new UK Right to Work Identity Verification solution that uses facial recognition and fraud detection technology to accurately verify an individual’s right to work status. According to Cifas - the UK’s leading fraud prevention service - there have been consistent increases in identity fraud over the last four years which means that the pote...

Ping Identity, the intelligent identity solution for the enterprise, today announced the acquisition of ShoCard, a provider in technology designed to transform the way users manage their identity and engage with companies. The acquisition marks a significant step towards its vision of providing users with more control over their privacy while reducing fraud and streamlining user interactions with companies. With the adoption of this new technology, Ping Identity is paving the way for a new era...

HID Global, the globally renowned provider of trusted identity solutions, has announced that its next-generation Seos credential technology will enable Nymi Band 3.0 users to seamlessly open doors and authenticate to systems, devices and machines. Nymi Band 3.0 wearble wristband The Nymi Band is the world’s only workplace wearable wristband that, once authenticated, offers the convenience of continuously authenticating the identity of the user until it’s removed from the wrist. Thi...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart and sustainable buildings, launches Tyco Illustra Insight, an intelligent frictionless access management solution for work environments where there is a requirement for a high level of security without disrupting the constant flow of employees, contractors and visitors. The solution offers an unobtrusive, stress free way for authorised people to smoothly move around buildings, places and spaces, and yet provides security personnel with a highly effective...

Motorola Solutions announced that key video security and access control solutions meet the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) to secure sensitive information. The solutions are part of Motorola Solutions’ Avigilon line of video security and analytics products that allow federal agencies to monitor potential threats in real-time to help prevent intrusions, security breaches, internal or external theft of physical or confide...

HID Global, a globally renowned provider in trusted identity solutions, has announced the release of its HID HydrantID Account Certificate Manager (ACM) solution. The HydrantID ACM solution is a cloud-based Public Key Infrastructure as a Service (PKIaaS) platform that enables organisations to easily deploy and access private Certificate Authorities (CAs). The HID HydrantID Account Certificate Manager solution also provides comprehensive management and robust automation of both privately issued...

LocoMobi World is pleased to introduce the industry’s first true tailgating solution that detects, alerts, and identifies violators: The Added Awareness Console & Advanced Alerts. The front desk console allows property managers to monitor their property via a live video stream from the CondoPark system LPR cameras, augmented with the real-time status of all licence plate scans. The front desk is also notified when any vehicles are denied access, which allows them to take necessary act...

LocoMobi World is pleased to introduce BriskPark, their new parking access and revenue control solution that offers ten new innovative products. First up is the BriskPark Smart Gate. Most parking applications start with a simple gate. As a recognised company in LPR (Licence Plate Recognition) and Payment Technology, they decided to make the gate as smart as all of their products at the best value in the market. BriskPark smart gate solution BriskPark is a slick & quick access gate is ideal...

AMAG Technology, a G4S Company, was named the Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer by the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) during a ceremony held during the virtual Global Security Exchange (GSX+) conference on Friday afternoon, September 25, 2020. Aims to be #1 Trusted Security Advisor AMAG’s goal is to be the #1 Trusted Security Advisor, and achieves that by helping customers through all stages of their security journey. “We are honoured to be recognised by...

LenelS2 announced the release of its Mobile Security User app that enhances safety, security and convenience. LenelS2, a global leader in advanced security systems and services, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global provider of innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies. The Mobile Security User app offers a wide range of security features to LenelS2 NetBox™ ecosystem users. With the Mobile Se...

Paxton’s longstanding access control system, Net2, receives its latest software update. The highly anticipated new feature, Checkpoint Control, supports COVID-secure sites. This additional functionality helps Net2 users protect employees and visitors by monitoring and approving people as they enter buildings. Throughout the first half of 2020 the creation of Checkpoint Control was underway, along with the unforeseen global spread of the coronavirus COVID-19. During this time lockdown and...