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Secutech 2024 opens this week as demand for solutions and advanced products in the security, smart building, fire safety and mobility sectors continue to grow. The prominent platform is the to-go event for industry professionals to think beyond security and discover innovations serving different vertical markets. From 24 to 26 April 2024, 300 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions including Australia, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, the...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, is proud to announce the company has been named winner of the TMA Monitoring Technology Marvel Award. Established by The Monitoring Association in 2018, the Marvel Award recognises professional monitoring centres and solutions providers for the innovation and/or implementation of cutting-edge technology. Vying for the honour against two very prominent...

Multinational companies are tapping the pioneering annual airport industry-dedicated event, set to take place in Dubai, to enter into meaningful networking as the regional airports hunt to acquire the latest technology and innovative services to meet the expectations of the fast-growing air travel market. Airport Show 2024 The 23rd edition of the dedicated B2B platform for the airports industry in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) region will be held from May 14&...

The ASIS Foundation announces its findings of a comprehensive research endeavour led by esteemed researchers Ishmael Bhila, Peter Lee, and Alison Wakefield, shedding light on the multifaceted landscape of autonomous vehicles (AVs) within security contexts. The report, titled "Autonomous Vehicles: Threats, Risks & Opportunities," serves as a beacon for security practitioners, offering invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by the rapid advancement of AV tech...

IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) once again demonstrates its post-quantum leadership, announcing the first crypto-agility solution that will enable service providers of secure products, such as banks and fintechs, mobile network operators, IoT manufacturers, and security providers, to future-proof the security of their products and to continually adapt to new threats in the post-quantum era. Quantum threat management The emergence of post-quantum cryptography has accelerated the need for agile...

Simpro, the foremost total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, announced Ashley Mehlman has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This move reinforces Simpro's commitment to its mission of delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower its customers’ success in the security, electrical, HVAC and other field service industries. Role and Responsibilities Mehlman will be responsible for all financial aspects of Simpro’s global ope...

Simpro, the pioneering total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, announced that Ashley Mehlman has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This move reinforces Simpro's commitment to its mission of delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower its customers’ success in the security, electrical, HVAC and other field service industries. Prior roles of Mehlman  Mehlman will be responsible for all financial aspects of Simpro’s...

In a world where worship places serve as the beating heart of communities, their significance cannot be overstated. Regardless of the religion, sacred spaces are the basics of spiritual worship and practice. The sacred spaces create unity, offer comfort, and also assert the customs of followers.  Security in sacred spaces From mosques to churches, temples to synagogues, the security of these sources becomes the top priority; it is the fundamental necessity of religious freedoms for foste...

DSSL Group, the security systems company, has rolled out a new field service management system from BigChange. The cloud-based system incorporates vehicle tracking, a mobile workforce app, intelligent job scheduling and an online customer booking portal.  The system has already helped the Essex-based company offset more than 200 tonnes of CO2 and achieve net zero running for its fleet of vehicles, as well as reducing paper use by around 20,000 sheets a year. Disparate and outdated systems...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announces its plans for The Security Event, taking place at the NEC arena in Birmingham, from 30 April to 2 May 2024. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit Genetec at booth #5/H45 for an exclusive unveiling of Security Centre SaaS, its new enterprise-grade, physical security as a service solution. It combines access control, video management, forensic search,...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions, and Snap One Holdings Corp., a provider of smart-living products, services, and software to professional integrators announced a definitive agreement under which Resideo has agreed to acquire Snap One for $10.75 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.4 billion, inclusive of net debt. Upon closing, Snap One will integrate into Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business....

Tamworth-based trade association, the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF), has announced that from 1st April 2024, it will be subsidising ABBE Accreditation fees for all courses, with Level 2 Awards costing £40 instead of £50, and Level 4 Awards costing £50, reduced from £60. As the Building Safety Act comes into effect, and the demand for a skilled workforce increases, individuals will be required to prove that they are competent to do their job on-site. DHF is urgin...

ODSecurity will be exhibiting at the Innovative Prisons Infrastructure Conference (IPIC) 2024 in Turkey, alongside their agent in the region, X-Ray Centre (XRC). Together, they will be exhibiting the effectiveness of two of OD Security's products; The Soter RS full body scanner, and THEIA OD’s digital assistant in detecting contraband. Visitors will find ODSecurity and XRC at Innovative Prisons Infrastructure Conference 2024, Turkey; Hilton Istanbul Kozyatagi, Sahrayicedit Mah. Batman Sok...

The first ever British Standard code of practice focusing on the ethical use and deployment of facial recognition technology (FRT), developed on recommendations by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), has been released by the British Standards Institute (BSI). Facial recognition technology The code of practice, Facial recognition technology - Ethical use and deployment in video surveillance-based systems – Code of practice (BS 9347:2024) - has been developed by the BSI, in i...

IDIS Americas is displaying its newly extended range of Edge AI Cameras at ISC West 2024 in booth #18071. These new IDIS Edge AI cameras integrate deep learning video analytics for unprecedented accuracy and speed during live viewing and forensic searches. Purpose-built for commercial applications, public spaces, and perimeters, these cameras include features such as nighttime vision powered by IDIS LightMaster NIR Technology and plug-and-play functionality for a cost-effective solution that me...

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted payments, identities, and data security, announced that it has completed its acquisition of Onfido, a global pioneer in identity verification. With this completed acquisition, Entrust now provides the industry's most comprehensive portfolio of AI-powered, identity-centric security solutions. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Onfido’s technology Attacks on identity are on the rise, with nearly two-thirds of data breaches caused by comp...

RecFaces, a facial recognition software developer, announced its debut at Expo Seguridad México 2024, one of the key events in the security industry in Latin America. The exhibition will take place at Centro Citibanamex from April 16 to 18, where RecFaces will demonstrate its innovative Id-Guard solution in collaboration with Milestone, a global pioneer in video management software.  Id-Guard The cutting-edge facial recognition software Id-Guard is seamlessly integrated with XProt...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is celebrating an eventful night at the 2024 New Zealand Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) which saw Controller 7000 named Outstanding New Security Product and Pascale Howell, Customer Research Manager, recognised as Outstanding Young Security Professional.  Controller 7000 Speaking about the Controller 7000 (C7000) Toby Hutchings, Value Stream Lead, calls being named Outstanding New Security Product an honour for the whole G...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is eagerly preparing to showcase the next evolution of multiple solutions at booth #27099 at ISC West in Las Vegas from April 9-12. Next-gen controller 7000 The Gallagher team will be providing live product demonstrations, answering questions, and sharing details about Gallagher’s future direction with an exciting sneak peek at a new digital wallet solution coming with the next release of Command Centre.  In particular, the team wil...

Thailand’s pioneering fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with the audience. Conference attend...

Cozaint, an innovator in video surveillance storage solutions, unveiled Marcia, a groundbreaking software platform that dramatically reduces storage costs while making video playback and reviews effortlessly. Cozaint Marcia™ Cozaint Marcia™ represents a significant leap forward in the video surveillance storage market. Traditional solutions often require expensive, disk-only storage infrastructure, causing high costs and complex management. Marcia disrupts this model by leveraging...

In an era where people and devices are increasingly connected to the Internet and each other, cyberattack surfaces are growing exponentially, posing threats not only to individuals at home but organisations and nations worldwide. Evidently, safeguarding cyberspace has become the most dynamic threat to homeland security. To combat these ever-expanding complexities of cybercrimes, Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign), Asia Pacific’s largest pure-play cybersecurity provider, has positioned itself a...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced it has integrated its HiveWatch® Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) Operating System (OS) with Verkada’s access control and video security solutions. This integration allows Verkada customers to bridge the gap between existing investments in legacy infrastructure and the purchase of new Verkada hardware, using the HiveWatch® GSOC OS to bring together dis...

NetSPI, the proactive security solution, has announced its achievement of CBEST accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering high-value penetration testing and red teaming services. CBEST, set by the Bank of England, represents one of the most rigorous security standards in the financial services industry. NetSPI's accreditation places it among the top echelons of security testing organisations across the globe.  Intensive evaluations To obtain CBEST acc...

Traditional security approaches, such as antivirus software and firewalls, while crucial, no longer suffice in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks. MSPs need a proactive approach that not only secures their clients’ network perimeter and responds to internal threats, but also monitors user accounts and detects anomalous behaviour. A survey by the SANS Institute found that 35% of respondents lack visibility into insider threats. Analysing user behaviour is essential to und...

With 5G, AI and IoT technologies maturing, the accelerating demand for AI-based security and safety solutions makes Secutech the ideal place for system integrators, distributors and property developers from Taiwan and across the Asia Pacific to assemble. The entire security, fire safety, intelligent building and smart mobility supply chains from both public and private sectors, as well as security professional buyers, will once again cluster at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, from 24 to 2...

The award-winning Canadian firm has opened its first operation in London to support its growing transatlantic client base and offer its outstanding Detection, Response, and Recovery Services and Managed Security Services (MSS) to the UK market.  Cybercrime warnings  A recent warning from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) on the growing threat of state-sponsored attacks targeting critical infrastructure highlights the predominance of cybercrime. This comes in addition to the...

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the cybersecurity solutions company focused on cyber strategy and risk, has launched a new CyberAI Practice. The practice, which sits within Crossword Cybersecurity’s Consulting business, consolidates Crossword’s artificial intelligence (AI) expertise into a centre of excellence that will deliver AI-focused cybersecurity consulting services and products to help clients harness the power of AI in the organisation.  The ever-evolving threat lands...

A new, best-in-class 2MP Video Intercom from IDIS - the vandal-resistant and waterproof DC-I6212WRX - is the first NEMA 4X, IK10, and IP66-rated product of its kind offered by any video surveillance vendor. The DC-I6212WRX, from South Korea’s largest in-country video surveillance manufacturer, gives systems integrators and their customers a host of performance benefits, including advanced user functions and unmatched durability in harsh environmental conditions. IDIS’s choice...

As the global supply chain continues to shift, with manufacturing as a key driver, Vietnam, ASEAN’s fastest-growing market has grown bolder in its development aspirations. From integrated security to fire safety, smart buildings, and smart parking solutions, these business prospects are emerging. Secutech Vietnam 2024 Secutech Vietnam 2024 will once again take place at the heart of the country, Ho Chi Minh City, at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, from 14 –16 August 2...