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AI in video surveillance is transforming how businesses approach security. Bosch Building Technologies is investing in proactive and intelligent solutions for security and business optimisation supporting secure environments in and around buildings, perimeters, and traffic. The increasing importance of video data for security applications and beyond drives the trend of connecting cameras to the cloud. Cloud technology offers benefits such as scalability, cost-efficiency, and centralised managem...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces its systems and services are deployed and maintained to the highest available level of cybersecurity protections and protocols. As major news stories continue to proliferate about hacks, breaches and vulnerabilities — including the high-profile cyberattacks this past week that crippled CDK Global, which provides management software for...

As innovations, whether digital or physical, revolutionise every area of daily life, the payment sector is no exception. In this exclusive survey, carried out between December 2023 and January 2024, users around the world were interviewed on how they pay and what their expectations are when it comes to payment methods. Users’ payment preferences User expectations centred around three priorities: design, convenience, sustainability Drawing from the feedback of more than three thousand...

AMG Systems, the pioneer in highly robust connectivity and transmission solutions for IP Video, is seeing increasing demand for the skills of its growing Professional Services team which has been accumulating expertise in custom network design, configuration and deployment with a view to serving systems integrators – enabling them to deliver highly secure, scalable and available networks for more customers installing AMG Systems’ UK-manufactured industrial edge switches. As a Junipe...

Innodisk, a pioneering global AI solution provider, has officially inaugurated Phase II of its R&D and production centre in Yilan, Taiwan. In response to the massive market demand driven by the edge AI wave, Innodisk has transformed the manufacturing plant into the group's AI core base. With the increased production capacity, Innodisk is ready to collaborate with global clients to deploy edge AI solutions. At the same time, Innodisk is also inviting global tech talent to join its teams arou...

NSI-approved companies had an impressive presence amongst the finalists and winners at this year’s British Security Awards which took place on 3rd July at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The prestigious annual ceremony, organised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), celebrates the achievements, acts of bravery and innovations by BSIA members and prospective members in the security systems and guarding services sectors. Highest standards of excellence  As a lon...

Delvitech, a pioneer in 3D automated optical inspection for assembled printed circuit boards leveraging artificial intelligence, has joined forces with Eurotech, a global innovator in ultra-high-performance Edge AI Computers, to revolutionise quality control technology. Delvitech's patented integrated optical inspection technology, designed to collect comprehensive data to drive neural networks in optical inspection, gains crucial support from Eurotech's hardware. This collaboration boosts...

Valsoft Corporation Inc., a Canadian company specialising in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Asher Group, a pioneering provider of scalable communications for emergency management agencies and cutting-edge human resources solutions. Founded in 1995, Asher focuses on the intersection of communication and computing technology, most notably with the development of Hyper-Reach. The Hyper-Reach platform enables hundred...

Dahua Technology, a video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, announces the launch of its comprehensive global delivery and service system. By delivering precise, intelligent services and solutions to customers worldwide, Dahua aims to continuously enhance service experiences, setting a new benchmark for efficiency and professionalism.  Multi-dimensional service network Dahua's multi-dimensional service network includes headquarters technical support centres, official servic...

Motorola Solutions has acquired Noggin, a global provider of cloud-based business continuity planning, operational resilience and critical event management (CEM) software. The company is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with a global footprint of customers. Noggin’s software helps enterprises and critical infrastructure anticipate, prepare for and efficiently respond to incidents. The company’s integrated platform offers flexible workflows and checklists, built-in maps and s...

Zimperium, a global pioneer in mobile security, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Michael Williams as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in cybersecurity marketing, Michael brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. Michael Williams joins Zimperium from KnowBe4, the world pioneer in security awareness training, where as CMO he helped lead the company through a successful IPO and acqu...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces the availability of the new HID® Signo™ Mechanical Keypad Reader 40T, engineered to offer high performance in harsh and challenging environments where the weather is wet or cold and visibility is low.  The new reader has a robust IP-65 rated construction – meaning the electrical components are dustproof and watertight – along with a traditional mechanical push button keypad to make it easy to use when w...

Global technology provider Arrow Electronics announced a new distribution agreement with digital infrastructure company Equinix. This strategic collaboration will enable Arrow channel partners to resell Equinix services as part of integrated solutions aimed at network optimisation, hybrid multi-cloud enablement, and enhanced application workload performance. They can now position and invoice Equinix services on a monthly recurring basis. Digital infrastructure solutions The Equinix Pla...

Dahua Technology, a world pioneer in video surveillance, has released its 2023 ESG report, showcasing its leadership and commitment to building a green, environment-friendly and safe intelligent world. Last year, the company, a global video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, made substantial strides by focusing on maximising economic, climate-conscious and social values. At the forefront of corporate social responsibility, Dahua actively engaged in a fundraising event for UK charity Br...

DNAKE, a pioneering provider of smart intercom solutions and smart intercom manufacturer, is thrilled to share that its 10.1’’ Smart Control Panel H618 has been honoured with this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, a recognised marker of excellence in design. Awarded in the category “Building Technology”, DNAKE won over the 132-member jury, made up of independent experts from all over the world, with its innovative design and exceptional functionality. The competition wa...

On June 26, budding technologists aged 8 to 19 showcased their technical acumen and problem-solving prowess at the Austrian finals of the World Robot Olympiad. The competition was held for the second year in a row at B&R Headquarters in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria. Under the theme "Earth Allies", contestants illustrated how robots could serve as "allies of the earth", working in harmony with the planet. The triumphant teams, "MMG" from HTL Braunau and "Plasma Bots" from Riedau Middle School,...

Salto proudly unveils the Glass XS Reader Series, an innovative line of products that sets a new standard in access control technology for wall readers. This range of wall reader products delivers breathtaking smart access experiences, stylish design, and ultrafine details. The Glass XS Reader Series elevates access control to unparalleled levels, blending elegance, design, and simplicity while ensuring top-tier security. The new Glass XS Reader, a part of the Salto XS wall reader product...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, introduces its latest innovation: the 4 MP Panoramic Turret Camera, designed to elevate surveillance with its smart monitoring capabilities and flexible installation. It takes the functionality of two turret cameras and merges them into one effective, high-performance panoramic camera.   “Our new 4MP Panoramic Turret...

Global video technology company Milestone Systems is pleased to announce that effective July 1, 2024, they will merge with the cloud-based video surveillance solutions provider, Arcules. The merger brings together Milestone and Arcules’ best-in-class capabilities within video management software (VMS), video analytics and video surveillance as a service (VSaaS), providing a complete video technology offering. A vision for the future The VSaaS market is predicted to experience exponentia...

In the digital age, businesses are constantly looking for new methods to boost communication efficiency and productivity. As technology advances, IP telephony systems have gained popularity for their flexibility, advanced features, and cost-effectiveness. However, before deciding to invest in an IP telephony system, it's essential to understand the latest trends, the factors influencing IP telephony, and the available solutions. Let's explore these aspects to help them make a well-informed dec...

Global cybersecurity pioneer AlgoSec has released its annual ‘The State of Network Security Report’ providing a broad view of network security in hybrid cloud environments, identifying the most popular strategies adopted by security professionals. The report sheds light on key market trends and highlights the solutions and technologies that are in demand and why, helping organisations to navigate the complexities of modern network security.       Based...

The client is a renowned German global discount supermarket chain and ranks as the sixth largest grocery retailer in the UK, holding a 7.7 percent market share as of August 2023. Headquartered in Wimbledon, London, the company operates over 12,000 stores across every EU member state, as well as in Serbia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. With a large number of locations and diverse door access requirements, the client was facing challenges in managing visitor access acros...

Corelight, a pioneer in open network detection and response (NDR), published a new research paper highlighting the strong divide among European IT pioneers over the suitability of generative AI (GenAI) for use by their cybersecurity teams. The latest study has found that, although 46% of respondents state that they are proactively looking at how to incorporate the technology in their cybersecurity approaches, 44% also believe that the sensitive nature of the data involved – along wit...

Thales announced the release of the 2024 Thales Cloud Security Study, its annual assessment of the latest cloud security threats, trends and emerging risks based on a survey of nearly 3000 IT and security professionals across 18 countries in 37 industries. As the use of the cloud continues to be strategically vital to many organisations, cloud resources have become the biggest targets for cyber-attacks, with SaaS applications (31%), Cloud Storage (30%) and Cloud Management Infrastructure (...

The ALSO UK Cloud Summit 2024 hosted a panel of security industry experts this month to explore the latest trends, developments and challenges in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity for cloud resellers and British SMEs. The expert panel looked at the importance of generative AI (GenAI) in the modern cloud landscape, revealing that 87% of organisations believe AI offers a competitive edge. 2024 has been a big year for generative AI (GenAI), specifically with the launch of Microso...

SARGENT, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand known for innovative door lock and hardware solutions, is excited to announce the latest evolution of its 10X Line bored locks now featuring visual status indicators. Designed to provide clear, instantaneous confirmation of a door's locked or unlocked status, these highly visible status indicators enhance users’ security and safety across a wide range of applications. New dimension of interaction "Our new SARGENT 10X Line bored locks with visual status...

TeamViewer, a renowned global provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalisation solutions, announced the integration of its technology into Sony BRAVIA Professional Displays. This strategic implementation is designed to improve the maintenance and incident response capabilities of managed commercial displays used in complex environments, such as restaurants, shopping malls, and airports. As a result, TeamViewer and Sony customers can improve efficiency and increase sustainability in...

HENSOLDT Australia has delivered a key milestone for the AIR5431 Phase 2 program by introducing a new Air Traffic Control (ATC) sensor into operational service at the Army Aviation Centre Oakey, achieving Initial Operational Capability for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Project AIR5431 Phase 2 is replacing the ageing Australian Defence Air Traffic System and Alenia surveillance sensors located at the Australian Defence Force’s fixed bases across Australia. The sensors pr...

Cyberbit, a pioneer in hyper-realistic cybersecurity skill development and readiness, announced its win for Best Enterprise Security Solution at SC Awards Europe. This recognition underscores Cyberbit's commitment to addressing the global shortage of cybersecurity talent. Its innovative platform empowers organisations to significantly enhance the performance of their cyber defense teams. This translates directly to improved organisational preparedness and a stronger ability to effectively respo...

Secure email and file transfer provider Zivver has announced a new strategic partnership with data privacy consulting firm Lex Dinamica, specialising in data protection and AI end-to-end solutions and advisory.  Email security is one of the biggest challenges facing organisations now. The UK Government Cyber Security Breaches Survey found that 50% of businesses report having experienced a breach, with phishing emails identified as the most common mode of attac...