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Uvision acquires SpearUAV: Expands loitering systems

Uvision Group, a global pioneer in smart integrated systems, has announced the complete acquisition of SpearUAV, an Israeli defence tech company, developer of encapsulated AI-based loitering systems. The acquisition marks another significant step in Uvision’s continued expansion, and in its strategy to deliver a comprehensive, multi-layered approach of loitering munitions across all domains to customers around the globe. This acquisition will accelerate SpearUAV’s ability to realis...

Secutech Thailand 2025: Enhancing smart city safety

Secutech Thailand 2025, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), successfully fostered collaboration between security and fire safety innovators and Thailand’s smart city stakeholders.  The show, which ran from 5 – 7 November alongside Fire & Safety Thailand, the Thailand Smart City Expo, and EdTEX, featured over 400 exhibitors from 10 countries and regions including Australia, China, India, Korea, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand,...

Genetec: Data sovereignty in physical security

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, highlights why data sovereignty has become a central concern for physical security leaders as more surveillance, access control, and IoT systems move into the cloud.  Surveillance video, access control logs, and IoT sensor readings are among an organisation's most sensitive assets. As they are increasingly hosted in data centres around the world, questions such as where that data resides, who governs it, and how it...

Detection Technology's EcoVadis Bronze Medal win

Detection Technology, a global pioneer in X-ray detector solutions, has been awarded the EcoVadis Bronze Medal on its very first assessment — earning an impressive debut score of 63 points that reflects an exceptional initial ranking.  Achieving bronze on the first attempt marks above-average ESG performance and represents a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices. “Most first-time companies score around...

Nemetschek & Vienna Airport's digital twin revolution

The Nemetschek Group, a pioneering global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O (architecture, engineering, construction, and operations) and media industries, announced a landmark collaboration with Vienna Airport.    As part of this collaboration, Vienna Airport will implement Nemetschek’s dRofus dTwin solution as its Airport BIM & Facility Integration Platform (ABIGAIL), aiming to optimise operations and asset management across the airport’s extensive facilit...

RDF6100DN dome cameras by Dallmeier: Secure & smart

With the new RDF6100DN dome cameras, Dallmeier is expanding its successful Domera product family. The new model series is characterised in particular by its edge analytics capability, enhanced security features and an attractive price-performance ratio.   The cameras of the RDF6100DN series were specially developed for applications requiring a balance of functionality and cost-effectiveness. As a high-performance entry-level solution within the Domera product family, the cameras offer...

KitLockNano: Compact lock for modern access control

Codelocks launches its KitLockNano, a redefined compact lock, engineered with a stronger build and smarter design. The upgraded lock delivers improved performance and functionality in the same ultra-small footprint as the original, while including a key override for complete control in any situation.  Ideal for lockers, cabinets, and drawers, the KitLockNano addresses the growing demand for modern, reliable access control in environments like workplaces, sports facilities, and hotels. Ree...

RADCam: Alexa-integrated AI security by AITX

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc, along with its residential security subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices Residential, Inc. (RAD-R), announced a major upgrade to RADCam, the Company’s agentic AI-powered interactive security camera, that brings Alexa voice interaction to the device.  Uniquely, Users can now ask Alexa what RADCam sees, or has seen, and receive clear spoken descriptions of activity in the camera’s field of view, extending RADCam’s positio...

Milestone's AI vision model for smart cities

Milestone Systems will use the GEFION supercomputer to accelerate the development of sovereign, responsible, and high-performance AI within Europe. The work will focus on the deployment and fine-tuning of the world’s most advanced AI Vision Language Model (VLM) for traffic and smart city applications, developed by Milestone in collaboration with NVIDIA.  Today, millions of video cameras capture valuable footage that could improve everyday life. Yet much of this potential remains...

Hikvision AIoT innovations at Bangkok summit

Hikvision's Shaping Intelligence 2025 – Commercial Summit concluded successfully in Bangkok, Thailand, drawing over 350 global business leaders, technology partners, and industry experts over two days.  The summit showcased how AIoT technologies are transforming building and retail sectors worldwide, while recognising outstanding customer achievements in digital transformation. AIoT powers intelligent commercial transformation Vivianna Wong, President of Hikvision Pan Asia Pacific,...

Consort's BIM rollout: Enhancing digital collaboration

Consort Architectural Hardware has announced the first phase of a strategic rollout of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and CAD capabilities across its range of ironmongery products, with an aim of supporting customers and enhancing digital collaboration throughout the construction supply chain. In this initial phase, Consort has released BIM and digital assets for more than seventy of its high-demand ironmongery products, including levers, door closers, concealed bearing hinges, backset lo...

Imec's hub boosts Qatar's semiconductor sector

At this week’s Mobile World Congress Doha, imec – a global pioneer in nanoelectronics and digital innovation – unveiled its plans to launch a regional research & development hub in Qatar in early 2026.  Supported by Invest Qatar, the country’s investment promotion agency, and the Qatar Research, Development & Innovation Council (QRDI), the centre will leverage Qatar’s state-of-the-art infrastructure to drive innovation and technology-led growth, while...

Jisc partners with DigiCert for secure education

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, has been selected by Jisc, the UK’s national digital, data and technology agency for education and research, to help secure the future of the UK’s connected learning ecosystem. DigiCert will support the UK education and research community in protecting sensitive data against emerging cyber threats and building the foundations for secure collaboration and innovation. Through Jisc’s national procurement framework, member instituti...

ELES joins ENCS: Strengthening grid cybersecurity

The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) announces that ELES, Slovenia's transmission system operator, has joined the network as a member, reinforcing collaborative efforts to protect Europe’s electricity grid from evolving cyber threats.  The partnership will give ELES access to ENCS’s collaborative threat intelligence, specialist training and technical expertise – strengthening its ability to detect, prevent and respond to cyber incidents targetting high-voltage n...

barox's new technology partnership with Network Optix

barox Kommunikation AG is delighted to announce the launch of their new technology partnership with Network Optix, the latest addition to their extensive integration portfolio with market pioneering VMS and PSIM providers. This new integration is designed to transform the management and support of Network Optix Nx Witness video networks.  Utilising the new barox Network Optix plug-in, Nx Witness users will be able to capitalise on a greater depth of integration capabilities. Key features i...

Sheffield hub launch: MARCH's commitment to growth

MARCH has opened a new regional hub at Meadowhall Business Park in Sheffield, marking a major investment in Yorkshire’s growing economy and supporting the company’s continued expansion. The new site replaces the company’s former Chesterfield and Leeds offices, bringing teams together under one roof to create a collaborative environment designed for innovation, training and growth. With excellent transport links via train, tram, bus and road, the location provides easy acc...

S-RM promotes Casey O'Brien, boosts cyber IR capability

Renowned global intelligence and cyber security consultancy - S-RM has promoted Casey O’Brien to Global Head of Incident Response (IR). Casey’s appointment reflects the firm’s continued investment in its international cyber practice and its ability to support clients worldwide, around the clock.  Casey will work closely with Joani Green, Chief Information Officer, to deepen collaboration between regional teams, streamline ways of working, and enhance the firm’s use...

Securitas tech supports Gary Sinise Foundation at GSX

Securitas Technology, the world’s pioneering commercial electronic security company, selected the Gary Sinise Foundation as its charity of choice during the Global Security Exchange Conference (GSX) in September 2025. Securitas Technology team members were on hand to present a check to the leadership of the Gary Sinise Foundation at their headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee.  The Foundation, established in 2011 by actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise, serves and honors veterans, first...

AI-powered security solutions by Synectics

Synectics, a pioneer in advanced security and surveillance solutions, will demonstrate how its technology is helping organisations across transport, energy, critical infrastructure, leisure and hospitality, and smart city initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and cyber resilience. Synectics will exhibit at stand S1-I25 at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 12–14 January 2026.  Award-winning AI innovation Artificial Intelligence will be central to Synectics’ presence, with...

AI security solutions boost orders for AITX & RAD

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a global pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), reported a series of new orders since its last sales update, reflecting continued momentum across its device and software portfolio.   Recent orders include of SARA (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent), the Company’s multiple award-winning agentic AI platform, ROSA, RIO Mini, AVA,...

Retail sector cyber security: Six Degrees insights

New independent research from Six Degrees, the secure, integrated cloud services provider, reveals a dangerous disconnect between retailer cyber confidence and real-world cyber resilience.   Data from the Six Degrees Retail Whitepaper shows that while most UK retailers are highly confident about their security posture, one in five admit their current defenses wouldn’t prevent a cyber-attack. This disconnect has far-reaching impacts because the retail sector faces an increasing v...

Genetec cloud security in 2026 predictions

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2026.  In 2026, the conversation around cloud adoption will continue to mature. Organisations will prioritize solutions that offer deployment flexibility and scalability. Rather than committing to a single deployment model, enterprises will evaluate each workload based on performance, cost, and data residency requirements. They will then choose the en...

ASSA ABLOY acquires IDP for enhanced door solutions

ASSA ABLOY has acquired International Door Products (“IDP”), a US manufacturer of standard and custom fire-rated steel door frames. "I am very pleased to welcome IDP to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.  "This acquisition marks an exciting milestone for ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions...

Google Cloud secures NATO contract for sovereign cloud

Google Cloud announced a significant, multi-million-dollar contract with the NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) to deliver highly secure, sovereign cloud capabilities. This strategic partnership is a major step in bolstering NATO's digital infrastructure, strengthening its data governance, and enabling it to securely leverage cutting-edge cloud and AI capabilities.  NCIA selected Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) to support the Joint Analysis, Training and Education Centre (JATE...

Emirates & OpenAI: AI innovation in aviation

Emirates and OpenAI have entered into a strategic collaboration to advance AI adoption and innovation across the airline.  The collaboration will entail enterprise-wide deployment of ChatGPT Enterprise, supported by tailored AI literacy programs, technical exploration, and executive strategic alignment designed to embed AI capabilities across the organisation. Enormous potential for AI technology Ali Serdar Yakut, Executive Vice President IT said: “We see enormous potential for AI...

Identity verification in music industry - iDenfy insights

iDenfy, a pioneering global RegTech service provider, best known for its identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, designed to help regulated businesses comply with evolving compliance requirements, is noticing new threats in the music industry.  From iDenfy’s successful launch in 2017, AI and the convenience of online services have opened a door for bad actors to misuse online platforms, including in more niche sectors like streaming and music distribution. Last year, a...

Hackuity research: Rising CVEs stress security teams

Hackuity, the risk-based vulnerability management provider, released new research revealing the mounting pressure on security teams as they struggle to keep pace with the rising number of CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures).  The Vulnerability Management Report explores the challenges of vulnerability mafnagement and includes insights from 200 IT security decision-makers across the UK and APAC.  Additional strain As the number of CVEs continues to rise, nearly half (46%) of...

LED testing innovation by Truck-Lite Europe unveiled

Truck-Lite Europe, a pioneering manufacturer of high-performance LED lighting for commercial vehicles, has unveiled a new state-of-the-art in-house testing facility, marking a major step forward in its commitment to product reliability, road safety, and regulatory compliance.   The newly expanded facility significantly enhances Truck-Lite’s ability to validate its lighting systems under real, on-the-road conditions. It features a comprehensive suite of testing technologies, incl...

AI surveillance in France: Hanwha Vision expands

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has opened its cutting-edge Experience Centre in Paris, reinforcing its commitment to the French market and accelerating its expansion in this key market.  The Paris Experience Centre provides a dedicated space for customers and partners to engage directly with Hanwha Vision’s next-generation AI surveillance technologies. Visitors can experience firsthand how the company’s latest solutions – including AI-powered cameras...

dormakaba partners with RealSense for AI access control

dormakaba has acquired a minority stake in RealSense Inc. (“RealSense”), a pioneer in AI-powered computer vision. In addition to the venture investment, dormakaba will partner with the company to deliver next-generation intelligent access control solutions. RealSense was founded on July 11, 2025, as a spin-off of the pioneering technology company Intel Corporation and is based in Santa Clara, USA. With a dedicated team of around 120 specialists, RealSense offers industry-pioneering...