Mobile access news

Alcatraz, the pioneer in facial biometric authentication for physical access, announces it has partnered with the Active Shooter Prevention Project™(ASPP™) to help keep schools, workplaces and other public spaces safe. Alcatraz pioneered Facial Authentication-as-a-Service (FAaaS), a plug-and-play biometric access control solution that safeguards some of the world’s most sensitive environments. Through this new partnership, Alcatraz will integrate its technology into the P.R.O....

Suprema, a pioneer in AI-powered access control and security solutions, showcased its latest innovations in AI-powered access control hardware and a clear dual-platform strategy for on premise and cloud access management solutions at Intersec 2026. Suprema is already a pioneer in the Middle East and these innovations are aimed at accelerating the company’s expansion here and in neighboring regions. Suprema’s Intersec booth highlighted a new generation of AI-enhanced access control h...

A regional security manager at a national bank gets a notification about suspicious activity at an ATM in another city. He opens his smartphone to check the feed — but the camera is connected to a different NVR than the one he’s currently logged into. By the time he switches systems, the live view is gone. Situations like this play out daily — across banking networks, retail chains, factories, and logistics hubs, wherever multi-site surveillance depends on fragmented systems.&...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, now announced the release of its HikCentral Lite (HCL) V1.1.2 all-in-one units. Designed for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the integrators who support them, the new units combine streamlined deployment, expanded free channels, and a unified software foundation for reliable, everyday security. Newly upgraded platform "O...

Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi now announces that from 1st January 2026, it will operate under the new name: TDSi by Hirsch. The change follows the global transformation of its parent company, Vitaprotech, into the Hirsch Group, unifying its security brands worldwide under one trusted name.  TDSi’s integrated access control For more than 40 years, TDSi’s integrated access control solutions have been at the heart of thousands of installations&nbs...

Salto announces the launch of Salto DLok, the latest residential door smart locking solution. DLok marks a new era in Salto’s smart home innovation. This universal, motorised smart lock connects effortlessly with the Salto Homelok ecosystem to transform the residential access experience for smart homes and apartments, delivering next-level security, convenient keyless access, and automation. The DLok gives residents the power to enjoy a digital, fully automated, and universally compatible...

Nedap, a pioneer in physical security solutions, announces a strategic technology partnership with iLOQ, a player in battery-free locking systems. At a time when organisations increasingly demand integrated, intelligent building security, and a seamless user experience, the two companies are joining forces to deliver an advanced and user-friendly access solution. The collaboration focuses on a deep integration between Nedap’s AEOS platform and iLOQ’s battery-free digital locking sys...

Cellebrite, a pioneer in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, announces it has substantially expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of Corellium, a pioneer in Arm-based virtualisation software. The addition of Corellium's technology and world-class technical talent further strengthens Cellebrite's market and technology leadership. Dramatically accelerating time This combination creates the industry's most complete digital...

Kindoo, a pioneer in modern smartphone wireless access control system solutions, announces the expansion of its Reseller Partner Program to serve the growing North American market. Kindoo’s unique access solution eliminates the longstanding barriers to entry for modern access control systems with a high-performance, highly cost-effective mobile access control solution that is easy to sell and to use providing a win-win for both resellers and end-users. Installing security dealers &ldquo...

Zimperium, the global pioneer in mobile security, revealed findings from its zLabs team showing that thousands of popular Android applications — including top travel, airline, and weather apps — are still using an outdated mapping component that could put users and enterprises at risk. The investigation, titled “Follow the Map to Enterprise Risk: What’s Inside Popular Android Apps,” found that a legacy library known as libmapbox-gl.so, once part of Mapbox GL Native...

On Wednesday, November 19, starting at 08:00 CST, ASSA ABLOY hosts its Capital Markets Day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Nico Delvaux, President & CEO and Erik Pieder, CFO, will provide an update on ASSA ABLOY’s strategy and direction, including an overview of the company’s strategic objectives and priorities to accelerate profitable growth.  The financial targets of an EBIT-margin of 16-17% and annual sales growth of 10% over a business cycle are re-confirmed. No deta...

Tuskegee University, one of the nation's most respected Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), announced a multi-year, strategic project to implement a fully integrated security system across its campus using Honeywell’s AI-enabled smart access technology. The upgrades will aim to further strengthen Tuskegee University’s commitment to the safety of its students, faculty, staff and visitors.      Tuskegee University will utilise Honeywell’s s...

ELATEC, a pioneering manufacturer of access technologies, specialising in RFID readers and credentials, has released its latest software development toolkit, TWN4 DevPack 5.07. The new version delivers faster performance, stronger security and greater flexibility for configuring and managing RFID readers, enabling flexible and future-proof access solutions.  Future-ready authentication solutions “With every DevPack release, our goal is to make life easier for developers,&...

Oculeus, a major provider of innovative software solutions for telecommunications service providers, announced that the company has deployed its Captura NG solution for ONATi, the incumbent telecommunications service provider in French Polynesia.  ONATi provides national and international fixed line, mobile, wholesale transit and broadband services. The company provides its communications services under the VINI brand across the entire territory of French Polynesia, deploying advanced tech...

Allegion US, a pioneer in security and access solutions; Zentra, an Allegion US brand delivering resident-first smart access for multifamily communities; and Gatewise, an Allegion US brand focused on gate, perimeter and amenities control for apartments, will showcase newly expanded wallet-based access control solutions at OPTECH 2025.   Zentra, already recognised as the first to bring resident key functionality to Google Wallet, will showcase its proven wallet-based access features in...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in mobile security, highlighted the growing threat of mobile bots operating inside trusted apps. These bots represent a new form of automation that bypasses traditional defences, such as CAPTCHAs, rate limits, and MFA, making them nearly impossible to distinguish from legitimate users and enabling fraud at scale. Unlike web-driven bots that flood networks with suspicious traffic, mobile bots run on the client side, inside the app itself. By exploiting APIs, ses...

In the eyes of some, locks are simply used for keeping people out, and for keeping the contents of a building, cabinet or locker safe. But as they know at Codelocks, access control is about so much more than that. It’s about managing spaces and giving people convenient access in ways that can transform how a building or space works and feels. That’s one of the reasons they rarely talk about ‘security’, if at all. If they focus on access control as being simply about prot...

Since most businesses use online platforms like websites, mobile apps, or APIs for their client interactions, they are prone to cybercrime a lot through the internet. To protect them from such threats, Indusface is using its advanced technology-driven platform, reports such vulnerabilities and threats to the users, and provides virtual protection and security until the software vulnerability is fixed. Analytics Insight has engaged in an exclusive interview with Ashish Tandon, CEO, and Co-founde...

Consort Architectural Hardware is proud to announce its debut appearance at the London Build Expo 2025, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth and presence within the UK construction industry. The two-day event, taking place between the 19th - 20th of November at the Olympia London, welcomes the best innovation, technology and services across the construction sector, with visitors of stand P40 able to find a wide-ranging display of Consort’s leading ironmongery products a...

Allegion UK is proud to return as sponsor for this year’s Diploma in Scheduling award at the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Education Awards, taking place at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms on Thursday, 20th November, 2025. This year’s ceremony marks the 45th GAI Education Awards, which is recognised as a flagship event in the annual architectural ironmongery calendar and for the second year running, Allegion UK is sponsoring this award to celebrate the outstanding ac...

End-users, security professionals and C-suite strategists continue to see significant rewards in access digitalisation. The most important factor, according to ASSA ABLOY’s survey data, is convenience. When employees, contractors and temporary visitors can come-and-go with ease, operations for building and security managers are made more efficient, including cost-efficient. Wireless solutions are often the fastest, simplest way to digitalise. Adopters cite reduced installation costs, easi...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces it has signed an agreement to acquire IDmelon, a Vancouver-based secure sign-in solution provider that streamlines the adoption of passwordless authentication through its proprietary software platform. IDmelon’s offering allows users to turn existing identifiers, such as a physical credential, smartphone, or biometric, into enterprise-grade FIDO security keys. In addition to its software solution, IDmelon offers hardware that support...

Suprema, a pioneer of AI-based security solutions, was named the Winner in the Access Control category at the a&s Adria Awards 2025. The ceremony was held during the 10th Adria Security Summit, which brought together over 2,000 industry professionals and 111 exhibitors from around the world on October 8–9 in Skopje, North Macedonia. Dynamic security landscape Recognizing transformative innovation across video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, fire protection, cybers...

AI-powered cybersecurity firm Shinobi has announced a major expansion of its platform – the ability to penetration test mobile applications with the same skill, reasoning, and precision as human experts, but delivered continuously and at machine speed.  With phones having become vaults for employees’ digital lives, holding money, messages, health data, and work communications, attackers are increasingly targeting mobile apps. New vulnerabilities emerge with every update But t...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, announced its participation at GSX 2025, held from September 29–October 1, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. At booth #1770, Suprema spotlighted BioStar Air, the first and only cloud-based access control platform designed to natively support biometric authentication. Suprema demonstrated how BioStar Air is transforming access control through three core capabilities: zero on-premises architecture, native biometric authentic...

Driven by the rising adoption of IoT-enabled security systems and cloud-based platforms, the global access control market is expected to grow from USD 10.62 billion in 2025 to USD 15.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.3%, according to new information from research company, Marketsandmarkets. IoT enhances automation efficiency by enabling secure, real-time data exchange, while cloud integration offers scalability, remote monitoring, and reduced maintenance costs. Together, they support advanced...

Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, kicked off its 16th annual Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) in Denver, Colorado. Joined by key partners including Apple, Okta, AWS, Microsoft, Google and more, Jamf unveiled the latest updates to its pioneering Apple device management and security platform. Those updates include a rich API ecosystem, intelligent AI tools, and automated software updates powered by Declarative Device Management, making the Jamf platform more powerful...

At Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, HID reaffirms its authority in identity and access control with a lineup of solutions designed to advance security while streamlining the user experience. This includes cutting-edge mobile access technology, passwordless authentication and a comprehensive portfolio of high-definition, high-security printers and cloud-based issuance platforms, all designed to improve operational efficiency and strengthen security for organisations navigating connected wor...

Connected Technologies announces the launch of Connect ONE® NFC Wallet Card Solutions, giving users a simple and secure way to use their smartphones as access credentials through Apple and Google Wallets. With Connect ONE NFC Wallet Card Solutions, organisations can eliminate the hassle of physical badges. Users simply hold their phone near a compatible reader to gain access — no apps to download and no device unlocking required, with cards remaining functional for a period even if th...

At GSX 2025 –Ernest N. Morial Convention Centre, New Orleans, September 29 to October 1, booth #3619 - Vismo will demonstrate its new “Checkpoints”, which uses QR codes at key points in a building or venue to create timestamped logs of presence. Not requiring a GPS location, Checkpoints’ QR code readings are automatically recorded in Vismo’s secure portal immediately the codes are scanned by phone. Vismo Protect App’s panic button “Checkpoints e...