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Vintra, Inc., a provider of AI-powered video analytics solutions announced a video analytics integration that brings together Vintra Fortify and Genetec™ Security Centre. This integration will deliver an advanced forensic and real-time analytics solution, providing users with the ability to rapidly review and analyse recorded video content, automatically index live video streams, and enable accurate event alerting and instant search from a single unified security platform. An intelligent...

Over the last several years, the world and overall commercial security landscape transform rapidly in response to various threats. As the industry has looked for a path forward, it’s become increasingly clear that the greatest chance for commercial environments to readily adapt to current circumstances and new risks is through a single, critical channel: technology. “At ADT Commercial, we understand the importance of not only looking toward the future, but being the ones to shape it...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), a pioneer in enterprise computing, storage, networking solutions, and green computing technology, announces a revolutionary technology that simplifies large scale GPU deployments and is a future proof design that supports yet to be announced technologies. The Universal GPU server provides the ultimate flexibility in a resource-saving server. The Universal GPU system architecture combines the latest technologies supporting multiple GPU form factors, CPU choices...

Jon Könz, President of Euralarm, has been selected as a member of the CEN-CENELEC Industry Advisory Forum. The Industry Advisory Forum consists of 18 members who were selected, based on their particular experience and knowledge in the identified CEN-CENELEC Strategy 2030 areas and European Industrial Ecosystems. Industry Advisory Forum (IAF) Via the Industry Advisory Forum (IAF) high-level European industry representatives and CEN and CENELEC can have an open exchange on current standard...

IDEMIA, the pioneer and long-time authorised TSA PreCheck® enrolment provider, announces the launch of a new type of TSA PreCheck enrolment initiative that simplifies the process. This kicks off at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Jackson, Mississippi this week. IDEMIA I&S North America is bringing enrolment to the traveller as they depart for their trip. This will facilitate better access and awareness to the many benefits of TSA PreCheck, which helps keep trav...

Nice/Nortek Control is set to demonstrate new products and reveal new ways to integrate their brands and solutions and demonstrate new products at ISC West 2022, March 22-25, in Las Vegas, Nevada. This event will be the first where dealer and distributor partners will be able to see a majority of the Nice/Nortek Control brands like 2GIG® security systems, Linear® access control, HySecurity® gate products, Proficient® audio, ELAN® control systems, and Numera® health + wel...

Insightful contributions on a range of key, topical issues facing the security systems and security services sectors were shared at the Thought Leadership Summit, held again at the Royal Lancaster London after a two-year break following the pandemic. Organised by the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) in association with NSI, this popular annual event attracted a wide range of senior leaders from across the industry. 2022 conference programme The 2022 conference programme reflecte...

Motorola Solutions announced the new Openpath Pro Series Video Intercom Reader (Video Intercom Pro), an access control reader that combines high-quality video, audio, and enterprise call routing into an all-in-one sleek device with a mobile-friendly user experience. The Video Intercom Pro provides organisations with advanced security to help protect both tenants and visitors and offers security operators real-time visibility via video which enables a faster response to incidents.  All-in-...

While most discussions of security in data centres revolve around cyber-attacks, that’s only part of the equation. Data centres responsible for the storage and transfer of important information must install physical measures that keep these sites secure and safe. Power outages As proven by Facebook’s recent power outage, any company is prone to physical threats. The outage caused a configuration change to the backbone routers that coordinate network traffic to and from the company&...

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...

A college in Northern Ireland has benefitted from a donation of high-quality video surveillance equipment from Dahua Technology. Belfast Metropolitan College, one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK provides several fire and security systems courses. These include a Level 3 diploma in electronic fire and security systems, a four-year full-time apprenticeship programme that works with major providers in the security industry. Other courses include a foundation degree i...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will unveil Streamvault Edge™ at ISC West (Genetec booth #13062).   The Edge is an innovative new line of connected appliances that enables the easy transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure and marks the beginning of a new edge platform strategy for Genetec. Easy transition to hybrid infrastructure Ideally suited for multi-site operations s...

The Security Executive Council’s (SEC) Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI) is working with Resolver Inc. to investigate the organisational cost of loss due to incidents, such as theft, fraud and abuse. While the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners tracks cost of loss for occupational fraud, there is currently no public research that offers an industry average of cost of loss that includes fraud and other types of events, such as armed robbery, assault, abuse, product contam...

An access control system is familiar technology to organisations of every size and structure. Access control may operate as a standalone electronic locking system. It can also integrate with complementary business systems, such as HVAC, time-and-attendance, in-house payments and more. What many businesses may not know is that by restricting their access system with wires, they are not using the full potential of the electronic access control system. High expense of wiring doors In many compan...

Exabeam, the pioneer in Next-gen SIEM and XDR announced the completion of an assessment from the Certification Body of Schellman & Company, LLC. The assessment certifies that the Exabeam Information Security Management System (ISMS), which supports the Exabeam SOC Platform, has been independently assessed and aligns with ISO 27001:2013 information security best practices for integrity, security, and confidentiality of employee, customer, and partner data. Important to reduce security...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control and operating system solutions designed to provide a seamless keyless and mobile experience for modern buildings and facilities, is investing in automatic face recognition technology innovator Cognitec Systems. In recent years, they have experienced extraordinary change and evolution in digital transformation globally. Entire industries have been reimagined and people now increasingly use digital means to work, live, learn, and be enter...

Networking for security systems is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As a provider of complete networking solutions designed for security applications, Vigitron is taking the additional steps of conducting engineering reviews of system-based sales orders and project registrations assuring the highest degree of reliability. Easy and reliable installation The goal is to assure the system solution is as complete and reliable as possible helping users to avoid any items that are not ove...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control, biometrics, and time and attendance management solutions, has appointed Bob McKee as the new President of Suprema America. Bob Mckee's work experience  McKee brings over 45 years of experience in the electronic physical security sector to this new role and will be responsible for leading Suprema’s North America business and its operations in the US. Before joining Suprema, McKee has held key executive positions with major and global secu...

The Security Executive Council’s (SEC) Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI) is partnering with Kennesaw State University’s Coles College of Business to research the current state of security convergence. The SLRI recognises that there are a variety of ways in which corporate and cyber security interact within organisations, so rather than referring to convergence as a singular achievement, they define it along a spectrum of collaboration in which most organisations can find...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher, will demonstrate their latest technology at ISC West 2022 – the largest converged security trade event in the U.S., taking place March 22 – 25. Gallagher will showcase their new cloud-based Gallagher security for SMB solution which is designed to satisfy the needs of small to medium business owners, providing the freedom to manage their security from anywhere with an easy-to-use mobile app. Showcasing security tech...

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...

Reed Exhibitions Ltd, the organiser of Infosecurity Europe, Europe’s most influential information security event, has announced the Keynote agenda and some of the speakers who will be presenting as part of the rich and extensive conference programme.  Visitor registration opened on 1st March for the 2022 event, which will run from Tuesday 21-Thursday 23 June 2022 at ExCeL London. Cybersecurity professionals and members of the infosec...

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, 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...

The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) has granted MOBOTIX membership, enabling MOBOTIX to provide the highest level of cargo security through MOBOTIX systems and solutions in accordance with TAPA standards. Manufacturers, freight companies, logistics service providers, and law enforcement agencies are organised in TAPA with the aim of reducing losses in international supply chains. TAPA requirements are recognised as the global standard for cargo operations and transportation secu...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is proud to announce the launch of the latest update to its powerful GARDiS integrated Access Management software solution, Version 2.3. Additions to GARDiS v2.3 include universal decode/auto-detect, support for RS485 readers, generation of FILO (First In Last Out) reports, an extended door lockdown feature, a data Fusion and Exporter function, support for Access Control Units (ACU) inconsistency, automated emailing of reports, bespoke badge desig...

RISCO Group, a manufacturer of cloud-based security systems, is planning to tour their latest and forthcoming product and service innovations across a range of venues across the UK over the next few months. They will take the form of a series of half-day events. Each event will provide a combination of an update on RISCO’s new and forthcoming ranges and RISCO Cloud initiatives designed to increase installer efficiencies and revenues. They will also be providing installers with live techni...

This year’s UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs), attended by hundreds of representatives from the UK security sector, took place on 24 February and NSI approved companies were amongst the winners and finalists recognised for outstanding performance, with two approved companies winning five awards categories. The UK OSPAs is part of a global awards scheme, now running in 15 countries, recognising and rewarding the outstanding performance of companies, individuals, and innova...

When researching where to eat out for a meal, consumers often consider a few factors: personal recommendations, online reviews, and price. As menu prices continue to rise, people start to wonder where the increase is coming from. Restaurant owners know exactly where it comes from: the increase in the cost of food, service, rent or mortgage, restaurant equipment, and more. Ways to minimise costs ADT can help restaurants maximise the protection of food, people, and restaurant property and in tu...

On February 1, 2022, at the La Grande Motte Rescue Center, SDIS 34 organised a medical and physical aptitude test for the new arrivals to the team and this led to a presentation of the Equivital mobile monitoring solution. The measurement of the participants’ vital parameters could thus be visualised in real time and analysed retrospectively. Monitoring elements  Vital parameters, the heat stress index, its 15-minute forecast, mobility, possible falls, geolocation with tracking, an...