Mergers & Acquisitions - News

As a critical aspect of security, access control plays a crucial role in protecting assets, information, and people. It's vital for professionals working in the security industry to understand the importance of access control and how to implement it effectively to safeguard their organisations physical security. Working in partnership with Lee Odess, CEO of Access Control Executive Brief, the event has constructed a BRAND NEW conference theatre for The Security Event 2023. Access Control Execu...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, will be showcasing an entire suite of intrusion, access control and video security solutions in Stand 18033 at the ISC West 2023 Expo, which is taking place from March 29 to March 31, 2023, at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. At the show, Johnson Controls will highlight its "one platform" theme by demonstrating how its full range of innovative new products provides the right solution for every custome...

KORE Group Holdings, Inc. (KORE/KORE WS), a globally renowned company in Internet of Things (‘IoT’) Solutions and worldwide IoT Connectivity-as-a-Service (‘IoT CaaS’), announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Twilio’s IoT business unit, as part of a growth strategy to provide customers with a unified, seamless approach to launching IoT solutions as the world’s leading pure-play IoT provider. As consideration for the acquisition, Twilio (TWLO...

AU10TIX, a global technology pioneer in identity verification and identity management announced it is working with Microsoft, a global technology company with a commitment to be carbon negative by 2030, on Reusable ID, a breakthrough in verifiable credentials (VC) architecture for identity management. Verifiable credentials (VC) VCs are reusable, unalterable digital credentials that prove the identity of a person or entity and allow the safe sharing of personal documents and biometric credenti...

ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety services in the U.S., announced at ISC West 2023 that it has completed its first pilot sale for its EvoGuard brand of autonomous intelligent guarding solutions. Tando autonomous indoor drones The company recently sold the Tando autonomous indoor drones to its existing pilot partner, luxury Swiss watchmaker - Movado to continue field-testing the solution in their distribution centre. &ldquo...

Opening next month from 26 – 28 April 2023, the upcoming Secutech promises to be a productive trade fair for the security industry. The 24th edition will showcase the latest trends in integrated AI and IoT smart security solutions, with over 300 local and international exhibitors poised to present their products in 500 booths across 15,120 sqm of exhibition space at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre. Showcasing innovations  "Taiwanese manufacturers are known around the world for...

South Korea’s second largest vendor of video surveillance equipment, IDIS, has announced its intention to acquire Costar Technologies, a US-based vendor of video surveillance equipment. Analysts at Novaira Insights believe by doing so, IDIS could be signalling an intention to emulate the success of South Korea’s largest vendor of video surveillance equipment and long-time rival, Hanwha Vision. According to Josh Woodhouse, Lead Analyst and Founder of Novaira Insights, “We esti...

IDIS Co., Ltd. and Costar Technologies Inc. announced the execution of a definitive agreement and plan of merger under which Costar will be acquired by IDIS in a merger transaction. Merger Agreement The Merger Agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of each of IDIS and Costar. Completion of the Merger will be subject to approval by the stockholders of Costar. The board of directors of Costar has recommended that Costar stockholders approve the transaction and adopt...

New and emerging technologies take centre stage in Las Vegas this week as ASSA ABLOY, the globally renowned company in access solutions, showcases its latest innovations for comprehensive door security and access control at the 2023 ISC West Show, at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center.  Creating Access for the Future Featuring the theme of 'Creating Access for the Future', ASSA ABLOY showcases the next wave of door security solutions for building owners, facility managers, and occupa...

i-PRO Co., Ltd., MOBOTIX AG, and Konica Minolta, Inc. announce that they will strengthen their strategic collaboration by combining their products. This collaboration will allow the companies to mutually leverage the strengths of the portfolio offering of i-PRO and MOBOTIX, both specialists in imaging and sensing technologies, and combine their products with FORXAI, a cutting-edge imaging IoT platform of Konica Minolta. Collaboration of i-PRO and MOBOTIX i-PRO offers a wide range of video su...

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, is pleased to announce a partnership with Grip Places, a cutting-edge analytics provider for the retail and restaurant industries. Grip’s solution provides access to data analysis software and tools through the Cloud, rather than requiring a business to invest in on-premise software. Many small to mid-size businesses cannot justify the costs of in-house development and large data analysis teams. With Grip, these businesses can access powerfu...

Cohesity, a pioneer in data security and management, and OwnBackup, the SaaS data protection platform, announces a strategic technology partnership to deliver customers a modern data security and management solution for their essential SaaS applications. Cohesity and OwnBackup are partnering to simplify this effort for their joint customers across an array of popular SaaS applications including Salesforce, Microsoft 365, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Dynamics 365. As IT operations grow more comple...

Property developers know that on-time and under-budget phrases can never be taken for granted. Especially where renovations or restorations of older properties are concerned. Hidden structural issues, water damage, heat loss, or aging heating systems; can all be significant (and expensive) problems that can set a build back by months. The same goes for property surveys or insurance claims where potential property issues if missed, can cause big problems later on. Damage detection Tradition...

Safetrust, a provider of secure virtual credential solutions, will showcase its managed ecosystem for highly secure global identities at ISC West 2023, the USA's converged security industry trade show, from March 29-31, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Credential Manager Credential Manager is the central component of Safetrust’s managed ecosystem, offering a cloud-based portal for administrators to manage end users' credentials through a multi-tenant hosted platform. Advanced security featur...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, has announced its featured products for the upcoming RLPSA Conference, April 2-5, 2023, held in Denver, which will be demonstrated in booth No. 513. “We will be bringing our product range to Denver, which is specifically aimed at the Retail Loss market, including new, exciting, solutions,” said Michael Poe, Director of Product Management at 3xLOGIC. X-Series Edge-Based Deep Learning Analytics Building on the...

As a global intelligent security brand, Anviz is always committed to providing the most secure and intelligent product solutions. And at the same time, how to provide faster and more convenient delivery services for global users is also the company's constant pursuit of the goal. Until 2022, Anviz has had 2 independent logistics centres in Shanghai and California, and at the same time, relying on its partner Amazon, it has achieved fast delivery service in North America, Europe, Australia, and...

It’s that time of the year again! The Cisco Meraki team is packing their bags and heading to Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, for ISC West 2023, the most comprehensive & converged security trade event in the United States of America (USA). ISC West is a great place to meet new people and reconnect with the network. It’s also the perfect place to discover the latest innovations that can help to meet safety and security needs. Cisco Meraki at ISC West 2023 Cisco Meraki understands the ch...

Allied Universal®, a pioneering security and facility services company, announced that it has formed a Global Program Management Office to manage Allied Universal Technology Services customer engagements worldwide. Mark Hauck has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Global Programs to lead the initiative.  The Global Program Management Office provides additional support for Allied Universal’s existing U.S. and international clients to ensure projects meet requiremen...

SAFR™ SCAN from RealNetworks, the AI-powered face authentication solution designed for mainstream commercial applications, will bring its latest computer vision access control solution to Booth 3089 during ISC West 2023, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. SAFR SCAN With a focus on security, convenience, and affordability, SAFR SCAN is a frictionless solution that’s environmentally sound and avoids adding to the approximately 300 million plastic proximity cards disposed of or lost each year....

Kidde Engineered Systems, a pioneering fire and life safety brand committed to delivering the highest standards in commercial fire and life safety protection for more than 100 years, announced its new Kidde Commercial brand identity. Kidde Commercial is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Rebranded Kidde Commercial The rebranded Kidde Commercial aims to set a new standard fo...

Pimloc, the company using artificial intelligence (AI) to anonymise personal data in videos announces the hire of its first sales leader in North America, Tom Fashola, who will serve as Vice President of US Sales. Role In his new role, Tom Fashola will lead the North American sales strategy, including overseeing the launch and scaling of Pimloc’s technology in the United States. Pimloc’s Secure Redact platform uses AI to protect and remove personally identifying information (PII)...

Evolv Technology, the pioneer in AI-based weapons detection security screening, is partnering with venues in 45 U.S. states as well as Puerto Rico, as security professionals from sports stadiums and theme parks to schools and hospitals integrate advanced weapons screening technology into their layers of safety planning. The Company more than doubled its customer base in 2022, working towards its mission of making the world a safer place for people to live, learn, work, and play. Innovative saf...

Award-winning global security pioneer, Gallagher, is excited to announce that Melissa Vidakovic has been named Marketing Director for the Americas. Melissa joins Gallagher with nearly 20 years of marketing experience in technology and software for companies across North America. Prior to Gallagher, Melissa served as Director of Marketing for brands ranging from Enterprise Solutions and TransitTech to start-ups in Mobile Ticketing and Logistics FinTech, demonstrating the depth of expertise she...

At ISC West, March 29 – 31, 2023, in booth 11053, Bosch will showcase new software, hardware, and services that increase security and safety, simplify configuration and maintenance, and enhance ease of use. Products on display Booth visitors will experience the benefits of a new suite of application-specific edge-based artificial intelligence (AI), services for remote management of video recording devices, and the integration of IP horn loudspeakers with video systems. A central stati...

In quality assurance, it is often necessary to reliably detect deviations from the norm. Industrial cameras have a key role in this, capturing images of products and analysing them for defects. If the error cases are not known in advance or are too diverse, however, rule-based image processing reaches its limits. By contrast, this challenge can be reliably solved with the AI method of Anomaly Detection. The new, free IDS NXT 3.0 software update from IDS Imaging Development Systems makes the met...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance launched an enhanced Enterprise Edition equipped with AI-powered tools such as Smart Video Search with Smart Layouts and other impactful features designed for large, distributed and multinational businesses.  Enhanced capabilities Complementing the core features of the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS, the enhanced Enterprise Edition adds capabilities for the high-stakes security requirements of enterprise businesses:  AI-power...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance launched two new Bridges, models 901 and 701, that can connect up to 300 cameras to the cloud. These Bridges are suitable for customers with sophisticated networks who need large camera deployments at a single location. The Eagle Eye Bridge connects the customer’s existing or newly installed cameras to the Eagle Eye Cloud providing them with a full SAAS service for video surveillance. Video analytics, AI, and LPR Equipp...

Has the user ever installed cameras to monitor a parking lot or any other large indoor space? Can a single camera cover a wide angle and maintain surveillance over a large area? GeoVision would like to present Panoramic IP Cameras which are equipped with a single 8MP lens providing a 180 Degree Panoramic View giving an increased coverage area. No dewarping or stitching of multiple lenses is required, as the camera's native view is already a 180-degree panoramic view. AI perimeter protection &a...

Electronic Security Factory Rep Firm - LRG, inc, one of the largest rep firms in the United States, has announced that LRG, inc veterans - John Swinford and Kenny Hilton purchased the organisation from Chris Lanier effective March 13th. A long-time industry veteran, Lanier founded LRG, inc in 2001. Texas-based LRG, inc covers 16 Central U.S. states for many of the industry’s top-tier manufacturers of intrusion, video, fire, audio, and networking solutions. Lanier will be retained for 2024...

Intellian Technologies Inc., a pioneering global provider of feature-rich, resilient satellite communications solutions, will unveil their ARC-M4 Block 1 terminal at Satellite 2023 in Washington, D.C. Providing simultaneous X- and Military Ka-bands plus all commercial Ka, the Block 1 marks the next extension of Intellian’s Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) certified products.  WGS is a high-capacity United States Space Force satellite communication system, developed by the US Department o...