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Cellebrite DI Ltd., a pioneer in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, today announced that Cellebrite Genesis is expanding to more global markets and is now generally available for enterprise organisations. The expansion builds on a successful early access program and strong momentum following Genesis' June 2026 public safety launch. Genesis has seen meaningful user growth worldwide and continues to expand internationally, with availabi...

Veritone, Inc., a pioneer in enterprise AI and data solutions, and ZeroEyes, the creators of a multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, have officially partnered to deliver a powerful, differentiated public safety offering. This collaboration aligns two industry leaders to provide organisations with a coordinated security solution encompassing near real-time threat monitoring and comprehensive post-event analysis for live events and chaotic environments. “Our pa...

ZeroEyes, creators of the pioneer multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announces that its proactive AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software has been deployed by Lincoln Unified School District (USD) 298 in Kansas to help protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats. Situated in the rural community of Lincoln, the school district employs 85 faculty and staff and serves approximately 330 students from Pre-K through 12th grad...

Arrow Electronics, Inc. announces the appointment of Deidra C. (Dee) Merriwether to the new position of president and chief operating officer, effective Sept. 8, 2026, reporting to William F. Austen, interim chief executive officer. Merriwether will be responsible for leading Arrow’s global business segments and logistics organisations. With this announcement, the company augments its executive team and strengthens succession planning. “We are delighted that Dee is joining Arrow as...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, and Ohio’s Heath City School District today announced that ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the district to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence. Located in Licking County, the Heath City Schools serve approximately 1,600 students and 250 staff members across four schools, including two elementary schools, a...

ZeroEyes, creators of the foremost multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announced a partnership with Advantech, a pioneer in security integration and controls company in the mid-Atlantic, and the Camden Police Department to deploy ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform at Delaware’s Caesar Rodney School District (CRSD). Advantech has been a partner of CRSD for 30 years, and worked closely with Camden Police Chief Mar...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, launches Harborwatch Association, LLC, an affiliated, risk-focused membership organisation. Initially focused on K-12 schools and school districts that use ZeroEyes visual firearm detection technology, Harborwatch's purpose is to give eligible members access to risk management and risk financing programs connected to firearm and weapons-related threats. The association is designed to help members stren...

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announces the promotion of Michelle Hildyard to general manager of Raymarine and FLIR Marine brands. Hildyard will lead Teledyne’s Raymarine marine electronics business and its FLIR marine thermal camera portfolio, reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation and customer-focused execution in the leisure marine, light commercial and first responder market segments. Hildyard brings over two decades of experience within Raymarine and FLIR, havi...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announces that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software has been deployed by Kansas’ Meade USD 226 to help protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats. Located in Meade County, the district serves approximately 350 students with 40 staff members across two schools, a combined elementary campus serving pre-K through 8th grade and a high school. The add...

Many businesses and buildings need trustworthy, keyless door security without the expense and invasiveness of an advanced access control system. For these premises, PIN-based digital door access adds this security efficiently, freeing managers, employees, and visitors from the cost and hassle of handling physical keys. In all kinds of workplaces, private rooms need separating – securely and reliably – from spaces where the public have free access. Their doors need a simple, standalo...

F5, the pioneer in delivering and securing every app and API, has officially opened its new EMEA headquarters at Building 100 in Addlestone, Surrey, marking a significant investment in its regional operations and long-term commitment to the UK. The new office spans 23,627 sq ft and will accommodate more than 155 employees, providing a modern, collaborative workspace designed to support F5's continued growth across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. F5 has signed a 10-year lease at the site, un...

When school leaders think about school security, they often picture cameras, access control, badging, and guest management. Students think about something else entirely. They think about whether school feels welcoming when they walk through the front doors. Whether they know where to go when they need help. Whether the adults around them seem approachable. Whether they feel like they’re being protected - or watched. For students, safety isn’t just about physical security. It’s...

Genetec Inc, the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces its involvement with Convergint’s STEP Up for Schools initiative. The company has donated video security systems to schools in the UK and France, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and protecting the everyday. STEP Up for Schools is a social responsibility scheme created to help educational establishments to improve safety, strengthen emergency readiness, and build long-term protection for...

Pimloc, a provider of AI-powered video privacy and redaction software, announces it will exhibit at the 2026 NASRO School Safety Conference, taking place June 28-July 2 in Reno, NV, at Booth #216, and ISTELive 26, taking place June 28-July 1 in Orlando, FL, at Booth #1856, to meet with K-12 school safety, security, IT and education leaders about the growing challenge of protecting student privacy when recorded video and sensitive records need to be reviewed, redacted and released. At both event...

Pimloc, a provider of AI-powered video privacy and redaction software, announced it will exhibit at the 2026 NASRO School Safety Conference, taking place June 28-July 2 in Reno, NV, at Booth #216, and ISTELive 26, taking place June 28-July 1 in Orlando, FL, at Booth #1856, to meet with K-12 school safety, security, IT and education leaders about the growing challenge of protecting student privacy when recorded video and sensitive records need to be reviewed, redacted and released. Secure Redact...

Hinds County government, business, and law enforcement officials today announced the Hinds County Safety Camera Initiative, making it the first county in the U.S. to implement a comprehensive public safety technology initiative leveraging 911 Camera Sharing. Speaking at a press conference at the Hinds County Emergency Operations Center, officials said the collaborative effort unites government, educational institutions, churches, businesses, and neighbourhood organisations in a community-suppor...

Convergint will mark its 25th Annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day (CSRD), closing operations worldwide for a full, paid workday so colleagues can volunteer in the communities where they live and work. Coinciding with Convergint’s 25th anniversary, this year’s effort also includes the expansion of its STEP (Secure, Train, Educate, Protect) Up for Schools initiative through a newly structured grant program to help underserved K-12 schools strengthen safety and security infrastr...

Milestone XPerience Days in Las Vegas are packed with inspiration. Technology partners like NVIDIA and Dell bring their vision for what becomes possible when the right infrastructure meets the right intelligent video platform. Ten Milestone customers will show what this looks like in the real world – from law enforcement and healthcare to smart cities and transportation. And not least, Milestone’s product and technology leaders will share the future of the platform. “Mileston...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, has announced its programming lineup for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026 with in-person and digital experiences taking place 14 – 16 September at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, and via the online GSX event platform. “It has been an honour and a joy to chair the GSX 2026 Education Selection Committee and work alongside a dedicated group of security professionals,&rd...

Verkada, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security technology, announces the promotion of Carlos Rocha to lead its Latin American (LATAM) business as Country Manager as the company expands to meet accelerating demand for AI-powered physical security solutions in the region. Based in Mexico City, Rocha will lead Verkada's go-to-market strategy, sales operations, and partner development across LATAM. The company has grown rapidly in the past year in partnership with its network of more than 400 p...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has agreed a major new sector collaboration with the National Association for Healthcare Security (NAHS) and Nu-ology Training to deliver accredited counter-terrorism protective security training for university and healthcare security professionals. The partnership marks an important step forward for both the university and healthcare security sectors. After many years of recognising the value of closer alignment, AUCSO and NAHS have...

Evolv Technology, a pioneer in AI-powered weapons detection, screens approximately four million people each day to help prevent weapons from entering venues where they are prohibited. Since 2021, Evolv customers have used the Evolv Express® system to tag over 1.7 million weapons, helping to prevent those weapons from entering the places where people live, work, learn and play.  Today, Evolv announces the launch of its new Screened by Evolv™ seal available to customers to be plac...

Singlewire Software, a pioneer in solutions that help keep people safe and informed, today released the findings of its new report, "2026 State of Safety & Operational Readiness in K-12 Schools." Following up on its inaugural 2025 School Entrance study, this year's research captured responses from over 500 school staff members across the United States, revealing a critical disconnect between school safety priorities and the daily reality of campus security. Daily accountability processes...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of precision and specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Alex Collichio as Vice President. Mr. Collichio will continue to serve as Chief Administrative Officer. "Alex has been an important contributor to Allient's continued evolution, bringing strong legal, human resources and organisational leadership experience to our team," sai...

AMAROK, an industry-pioneer perimeter security company, announces it has completed a strategic investment in Evolon Technology, Inc., acquiring a 45% ownership stake in the company. Evolon provides AI-powered video monitoring and virtual guarding solutions for commercial businesses. The partnership brings together proven perimeter defence and AI-powered monitoring to stop threats earlier, reduce losses, and deliver stronger outcomes for customers. This investment reinforces AMAROK’s commi...

In busy offices, gyms, schools, hospitals, or co-working spaces, nobody wants to leave their belongings lying around, risking loss or theft. It often makes sense to provide space users with secure locker access. However, managing physical locker keys eats up staff time. Coin-operated lockers are inconvenient in an increasingly cashless world. The solution: digital access for lockers. A digital lock designed specifically for lockers and cabinets solves the most important challenges facing any se...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has welcomed Amanda Garzon to serve as chief operating officer (COO). Amanda Garzon oversees the association’s strategic execution and day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment across internal functions and delivery of SIA’s programs and initiatives. She is an experienced executive with a background spanning the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Most recently, Garzon served as COO of the Hydrocephalus Association, where she supported organisat...

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based screening designed to create safer experiences, today announced the implementation of its Evolv Express system at KC Live!, the signature entertainment destination within the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Evolv Express® uses advanced sensor technology and AI to detect concealed threats. The system is designed to screen visitors effectively while helping minimise congestion and disruptions to...

Integrated Cyber Solutions Inc., doing business as Integrated Quantum Technologies, announced the publication of a white paper (the "Paper") by Mr. Jeremy Samuelson, EVP of AI and Innovation at IQT. The Paper introduces VEIL™ (Vector Encoded Information Layer) and the VEILTM architecture, a privacy-preserving machine learning framework designed for use of sensitive data, and has been published on arXiv, the globally recognised open-access scientific research repository long hosted by Corn...

EnsoLab, a Swiss company focused on advanced security technologies announces the launch of SkyBridge, a mission designed to test next-generation secure communications technology in space. SkyBridge is scheduled to launch on 30 March at 10:20 UTC (03:20 PDT / 12:20 CEST) aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-16 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Real-world conditions The mission will operate in Low Earth Orbit–an orbit around Earth with a period of 128 minutes or less...