Mobile access news
Appdome, the mobile app economy’s one-stop shop for mobile defense, announced it has enhanced its award-winning Geo-Fraud Detection service to include two new defences: Geo-Location Fencing and Geo DeSync Attack Detection. Combined with other Geo-Compliance features available on the Appdome platform, mobile app developers and enterprises can eliminate location-based fraud, ensure geo-compliance and deliver location-relevant user experiences in mobile apps free from location spoofing, fake...
RecFaces, a provider of advanced facial biometric software, announces the release of its new white paper titled - 'Facial Recognition Systems in Securing Critical Infrastructure'. The white paper delves into the fundamentals of securing critical infrastructure, which encompasses everything, from perimeter monitoring and access control to video surveillance and beyond. Facial recognition technology With increasing digitisation, the Internet of Things, and biometric technology advan...
Zenitel, the supplier of intelligent critical communication solutions, announces that it is a full member of ONVIF, an organisation that provides and promotes standardised interfaces for effective interoperability of IP-based physical security products. ONVIF membership is open to manufacturers, software developers, consultants, system integrators, end users, and other interest groups that wish to participate in ONVIF activities. ONVIF compliant devices All Zenitel TCIV+ intercom s...
Brothers Fire & Security has been selected as a preferred vendor for the State of Minnesota to furnish and install and service card access control systems for all its buildings. This accomplishment reflects their unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and now access control system services to their communities throughout Minnesota. Strengthening security across Minnesota Brothers Fire & Security will be eligible to provide cost-effective acc...
Following the publication of the EC’s White Paper "How to master Europe's digital infrastructure" Euralarm is emphasising the potential risks and challenges associated with an uncoordinated and premature shutdown of 2G and 3G networks. The aforementioned White Paper discusses the need to adapt spectrum management to meet the demands of the Digital Decade, including the coordinated shutdown of 2G and 3G networks while ensuring the continued support of essential legacy services such a...
Whilst the transformative capabilities of AI have captured the global consciousness, the sustainability of its usage is one such topic that has been slow to attract attention. Due to the intense computational power needed to run and train AI models, the energy consumption of these computers is immense, with one study by Cornell University showing that training some models, such as GPT-3, burned up to 500 metric tons of CO2, comparable to a coal power plant running for 10 hours. AI-powered ph...
Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler announced the closing of its $12.5M funding round. With this new funding, the company will enable European Service Providers and Companies to take back full independence and control over their data, infrastructures, and costs. Data security challenges More than 180 billion Terabytes of data will be produced in 2025, and 75% of this will be created and processed at the edge. This explosive growth raises data orchestration complexity, cybe...
HID®, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced an extended partnership with its trusted partner Inner Range, a global provider of integrated access control systems and solutions, to offer Inner Range customers a new range of SIFER credentials compatible with wallet-enabled readers, based on HID’s signature line of access control readers, HID Signo®. Mobile access “The sheer opportunity to further deepen collaboration with our partners excites us,” says Steve...
Dragonfly and Vismo announce an integration partnership by which intelligence from Dragonfly’s Security Intelligence & Analysis Service will be available through the Vismo platform. Vismo will have access to Dragonfly’s 19,000 location risk scores and associated detailed intelligence reports and incident data. As a result, users of Vismo’s Locate & Protect App will be better protected when they are on the move. Two complementary capabilities The service combines two...
Arcserve, a major data protection and recovery software company, has been recognised for its excellence in SaaS backup, being named Cloud Backup Company of the Year at the Storage Awards 2024. The award recognised Arcserve as a provider of secure and resilient cloud storage and SaaS protection, highlighting the organisation as a trusted provider of data resilience solutions. Cloud data protection The awards showcase the best technologies, products, and solutions across the storage sector Arc...
RiverSafe, a global cybersecurity, DevOps, and AppSec professional services provider, has partnered with education-based charity - World Vision to improve access to education for children in Africa. World Vision World Vision is a global humanitarian organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and communities around the world. Focusing on providing education, healthcare, and emergency relief to those in need, they aim to break the cycle of poverty and open doors for a...
Landsec, one of the UK’s commercial real estate companies, is launching an optimised Landsec Experience app across its entire London portfolio of prime workplaces using Smart Spaces’ smart building OS. The new app is designed to help people who work in Landsec’s buildings get the most from their time in and around their offices. In addition to digital access control, it provides office customers with access to a range of personalised experiences, events, and discounts along wi...
Espria, the pioneer in digital workspace solutions, will host its next Optimise IT 2024 panel discussion, discussing how IT solutions with integrated AI technologies are best suited to support businesses and operation teams in 2024 and beyond. IT panel discussion Throughout 2024, Espria has hosted discussions on various topics, covering themes such as business peace of mind and business readiness. These discussions have featured key spokespeople from some of their pioneering IT solutions partn...
Xesar is simply versatile. With the smartphone as an additional access medium, Xesar is now becoming even more versatile in its range of solutions and remains very simple to use. Authorisations and their changes are sent directly from the management software to iOS or Android smartphones by SMS. There is no need to write access media via the coding station and a physical handover – this saves resources and streamlines the processes. Xesar app The Xesar app is clearly...
Doordeck, a cloud-based access control software company, has joined the Board of the PSIA. The company has an innovative product that enables smartphone NFC keyless entry for buildings, regardless of which access control system is installed. The company, based in London, England, was established in 2015, and its products and services have been integrated into buildings throughout the world. It is a subsidiary of Sentry Interactive of Austin, Texas. “Our company is very excited to be joini...
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 wearing gloves or...
Ajax Systems, Europe’s largest security systems manufacturer, and Yale, the smart home security solutions provider, are expanding their partnership to 30 additional countries. This announcement builds on the initial partnership revealed earlier in 2024, which has already seen successful implementations in several countries. Originally rolled out in five European countries, the integration is currently available to users and businesses in many more markets. Countries that support the inte...
Evolon Technology, Inc., a developer of intelligent software technology that turns surveillance video into real-time actionable information announced the availability of Insites 2.0, the latest major release of its proactive video surveillance and monitoring platform. Packed with powerful features and enhancements, Insites 2.0 offers unprecedented capabilities for mobile applications, web platforms, and edge plugins while introducing groundbreaking advancements in AI-driven security measures th...
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...
HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and physical access control solutions, announces the 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report, identifying five key trends that are shaping the future of access control. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID, the report surveyed over 1,200 security professionals across the globe to paint a picture of an industry that has been going through considerable transformation. Conducted between November 2023 and January 2024, the survey reveals...
HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and physical access control solutions, announces the 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report, identifying five key trends that are shaping the future of access control. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID, the report surveyed over 1,200 security professionals across the globe to paint a picture of an industry that has been going through considerable transformation. Conducted between November 2023 and January 2024, the survey reveals...
Centrios, a new brand created within ASSA ABLOY to serve the small business market, announces their first shipment of hardware products to SECLOCK. Centrios is a cloud-based access control solution developed to radically simplify the needs of small and growing businesses. By connecting the Centrios mobile app with Centrios smart readers and locks, owners and managers can quickly and easily manage access for all employees and visitors in one place. Small and growing businesses The first shipme...
Westminster Security Group, a renowned name in private security, announces a strategic investment in Tratix, an innovative technology company based in Tel Aviv. Tratix, founded and led by seasoned entrepreneur - Sharon Rashty, specialises in cutting-edge solutions to help prevent cargo theft. With a distinguished background in Israeli Intelligence services and building early-stage startups, Sharon Rashty brings a wealth of experience to Tratix. Her expertise in tailing detection, counter-survei...
dormakaba has earned prominent recognition for its sustainability management and is listed as one of the 500 'World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2024' by TIME magazine. The ranking has been developed for the first time by TIME in partnership with Statista with the aim to recognise corporate responsibility and advance sustainable practices. "We have worked diligently to establish a pioneering sustainability program in our industry, and we are delighted to have been recognised by TIME magaz...
SaaS Alerts, a cybersecurity company delivering an automated software-as-a-service (SaaS) security platform that enables managed service providers (MSPs) to detect and stop unauthorised activity in client SaaS applications, announced an extension of its Respond module, which now also provides automated remediation capabilities for Google Workspace. The SaaS Alerts Respond module was initially launched in 2022 to allow MSPs to automatically remediate SaaS security threats in Microsoft 365....
With approximately 3,000 sheriffs covering 70% of the United States, managing resources efficiently is paramount. The integration of security cameras, drones, and body cameras with powerful facial recognition systems enables law enforcement to scan large areas in real-time or retrospectively, identifying suspect appearances and gathering valuable information. Some of these technologies will be showcased at the National Sheriffs' Association Conference in Oklahoma this week. Drones enhanc...
IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) revolutionises the world of digital payments by demonstrating the first ever offline central bank digital currency (CBDC) payments incorporating enhanced security against quantum threats. This major innovation promises to transform financial transactions and pave the way for an era of post-quantum security with IST positioning itself as the leader in this transformation. With quantum computers soon to enter all areas of business and finance, it is vital that com...
Zentra, a brand of Allegion®, and pioneering provider of smart access solutions, has integrated resident keys capability in Apple Wallet for use by customers and their residents. This enables residents to easily and securely add their resident keys to Apple Wallet and unlock their apartment with a simple tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch. With this new capability, residents are able to unlock their building doors, amenity spaces and individual apartment units without contact using their...
Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is set to showcase its advanced solutions tailored for higher education institutions at two significant industry events this June. The company will exhibit at the ACUHO-I Conference and Expo from June 22-25, 2024 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, and at the IACLEA Annual Conference from June 27-30, 2024 in New Orleans. Key management systems "Ensuring the security of college and university campuses is more crit...
Pioneering global access solutions provider Salto Systems, part of SALTO WECOSYSTEM, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new Design XS Keypad Wall Reader series. With a sleek design that is ideal for any space, this revolutionary product represents a breakthrough in access control technology. Designed for ease of use for both physical credentials and mobile access, the reader is built to last with a durable keypad. To assist the visually impaired, numbers and symbols are embossed with 5-p...
