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Users of the all-in-one embedded vision system IDS NXT ocean now have a whole range of new features at their disposal. These include multi-ROI ("Region Of Interest") for AI-based object detection and the possibility to use different neural networks for different ROIs in one image via Vision App. In addition, there are binning, line scan mode, and performance and configuration improvements. New customers can also freely choose whether they want to use the IDS NXT lighthouse training software on...

Arista Networks, a pioneer in data-driven networking announced that its 720XP series of switches for campus deliver embedded security and packet analysis. By embedding NDR (Network Detection and Response) capabilities into the Arista EOS-based switches themselves, customers derive broader visibility and threat hunting across the modern cognitive campus. The secure infrastructure optimises existing human workflows and drives automated risk mitigation without the need to deploy additional an...

Eagle Eye Networks, the front-runner in cloud video surveillance, announced it successfully completed the SOC 2 (System and Organisation Controls) Type 2 examination, a rigorous security standard, which certifies that Eagle Eye Networks policies and procedures securely protect and manage customer data. The company also completed conformance with ISO 27001:2013 security standards. Fulfills criteria The SOC 2 Type 2 audit evaluated internal controls over six months to ensure that Eagle Eye Netw...

Gallagher, a technology provider of integrated security, people protection, and site management solutions, has announced the appointment of Andres Maurcio De La Ossa Garzon, Jason Raptis, and Leonel Urrutia within their Americas team. Andres work experience  Andres Maurcio De La Ossa Garzon has joined Gallagher’s Latin America team as a Technical Business Development Manager. With over six years of integrator experience supporting customers within the mining, maritime, and industri...

A powerful new suite of programmable eCLIQ keys provide more robust, longer-lasting performance. An IP67 rating against water and dust guarantees new eCLIQ Basic, eCLIQ Professional and eCLIQ Connect keys from ASSA ABLOY can handle any weather conditions. Durability is ensured with up to a 10-year lifetime warranty from a single, standard battery for the Basic and Professional keys. All three new keys are compatible with new and existing eCLIQ wireless access control systems, and can be used al...

Security attacks are getting more sophisticated now than ever before. Whether it’s state-sponsored espionage or organised cybercrime, most businesses are struggling to defend themselves against evolving threats. According to a Ponemon Institute report, the odds of experiencing a security breach within two years have increased to around 30% in 2019, up from 22.6% in 2014. To protect the brand and bottom line, enterprises must stay one step ahead of malicious personnel. An advanced security...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a provider of cyber security solutions globally announced two senior appointments with Adam Bradley joining as Regional Director UK & Ireland (UK&I) and former NHS Scotland CISO Deryck Mitchelson taking on the role of Field CISO and C-Suite Advisor EMEA. Work experience In his new role as Regional Director, Adam Bradley will lead and expand Check Point´s UK&I sales organisation in response to the growing demand to protect against c...

Leonardo’s latest Cyber Threats Snapshot highlights the main malevolent actors (threat actors), cybercrime activities and vulnerabilities found between October and December 2021. The analysis was conducted by Leonardo’s Cyber Threat Intelligence experts, in support of the Global Security Operation Centre (SOC). Among the most significant trends recorded in the last three months of 2021: Telecommunications companies high on the target list of threat actors. COVID-19 is used as t...

Ava Security, the open platform for cloud-native video security announced its growth results and key achievements for 2021. Overall video revenue grew globally by over 300%, ARR grew by 500%, and the number of cameras connected to the Ava Aware Cloud® continues to double every three months. The company continued to make significant investments across R&D, sales, marketing, and leadership.  Ava Aware Cloud “Cloud, cloud, cloud—it’s what's driving Ava’s grow...

The rapid global growth rates in electronics production, combined with constantly rising quality standards and high requirements on process reliability, require new, innovative measurement methods in order to achieve a market-leading position, to stay competitive and to guarantee the highest quality standards to customers. Established testing methods, such as optical and electrical tests, often fail to detect serious quality deviations such as high moisture content in the PCB substrate, thermal...

SecurityCEU.com has launched the Frontline Project Management Course, a new online training in partnership with industry-renowned educator Nadim Sawaya, MSCE, CPP.  Frontline Project Management training programme is tailored to the low voltage electrical/construction industry. It was conceived to teach the Security and Systems Project Managers how to play the construction game and manage their projects as electrical and general contractors.  Programme contents This unique programme...

RISCO Group, a global provider of Cloud-based security systems, has announced the appointments of Mark Taylor as UK & Ireland Managing Director and Stephane Cochard as Global EVP Sales & Marketing. With over 30 years’ security industry experience and a previous spell leading the UK operation from 1991-2005, Mark Taylor’s deep insight and experience has been recruited to deliver the UK & Ireland operation’s ambitious vision and growth strategy incorporating a range...

Since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic introduced the world to the concept of ‘the new normal’, nothing is normal anymore. A simple incident can be disastrous for something as vital as the supply chain, as one has seen with the blockage of the Suez Canal. The essence of that chain is to give companies the certainty that raw materials and components are available, in order to produce the finished goods. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in lockdowns, and a high demand because of digit...

More than 90% of cyber-attacks involve a human attack vector. However, despite an emphasis on cyber security training for years, employees still don't consider cyber security to be their responsibility. That doesn't mean companies should play the blame game; it's time to change the narrative so their employees who are their biggest asset don't feel criminalised. Remote working It’s clear the shift to remote work is not going away and this poses security challenges. People can opt to log...

Security risks are on the rise. Whether it’s detecting insider threats, preventing data breaches, or fighting economic espionage, security issues are becoming a daily struggle for many organisations. According to a report by the research and consulting firm Gartner, 30% of critical infrastructure organisations will experience a security breach by 2025. This is why adopting an Access Control System (ACS) is more important than ever. An ACS uses identity authentication to make sure that onl...

HelpSystems, a cybersecurity and automation software company launched its new worldwide channel programme, focusing on the strategic recruitment, development, and enablement of its partners in EMEA, North America, Latin America, and APAC. The company also announced the appointment of Renee Ritter as the programme’s Managing Director. Ritter brings more than two decades of experience in senior sales management roles and is responsible for the programme strategy and direction worldwide...

BSI (British Standards Institution) has announced that it has certified its first Active Implantable Medical Device (AIMD) products, Abbott’s neuromodulation clinician programmer app and its patient controller app for use on compatible personal Apple smartphone devices, to the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) (EU 2017/745) via its Notified Body in The Netherlands (2797). All Active Implantable Medical Devices and their accessories are classified as Class III and subject to the most rigoro...

Hospitals and healthcare settings are complex sites when it comes to access and security. On the one hand, patients and their families – who may be worried and distressed – need to be able to move around with ease, without feeling they’re inside a fortress. But security remains paramount. Everyone must be safe, and valuable equipment and drugs must be protected. Integrating all access and security systems and controlling them via one unified platform gives security managers...

Today’s enterprises are being challenged to stay one step ahead of security threats. Data shows that in 2021, the average cost of a data breach reached US$ 4.24 million, up from US$ 3.86 million in 2020, and the highest in 17 years. The surge in flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Working From Anywhere – WFA) is making an already challenging situation even more complex. Leaders now need to decide how to combine enterprise-level security with current working models. The timing...

Chubb’s global business and CriticalArc have joined forces to enable SafeZone®, CriticalArc’s award-winning cloud-based safety, security, and emergency management solution to be offered to Chubb customers through its connected services offering, Chubb VisiON+. Chubb is a part of APi Group, a global business services provider of safety and specialty services. Safety EverywhereTM concept The investment by both companies in the development of a streamlined, cohesive...

With recent advancements in cloud technology and the increasing demand for remote work, more and more organisations and businesses consider migrating their physical infrastructure and video security into the cloud. The Video Surveillance Report 2020 from IFSEC Global revealed that 44% of security professionals are now using cloud-based tech in their surveillance systems. By storing data in the cloud (rather than on-site equipment), users can remotely access, preview/playback their video footage...

Pioneers in video-centric smart IoT solutions & services, Imou launch two new outdoor, smart home security cameras, the Bullet 2 and Cruiser. Human detection and smart tracking Imou’s newly launched cameras aim to give consumers the ability to confidently protect their homes and loved ones, through smart connections and high-definition surveillance. A highly beneficial human detection has the capability of identifying human targets outside the home and distinguishing them from pets...

In order to create a comprehensive solution for security companies, Citel, an Italian developer of centralised management software, integrates Ajax with their Centrax Open-PSIM and Centrax Open-BMS suites. The Ajax integration is available with the latest software updates. This partnership is part of a broader project dedicated to private monitoring and security companies. The project aims to establish a multi-brand solution combining technology, functionality, and freedom of choice when connec...

Alcatraz AI, a globally renowned company in physical security technologies, has announced that it has hired Greg Sarrail to serve as the company’s first Senior Vice President (SVP) of Sales. Greg Sarrail is a Global Sales Leader with two decades of diverse experience in spearheading the business strategy and sales at renowned multi-national organisations. His valuable experience, commercial awareness, and expertise in leading by example will drive Alcatraz AI’s sales expansion. In-...

IDEMIA National Security Solutions (NSS), a subsidiary of IDEMIA, the globally renowned biometric and identity solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Patrick Clancey as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Patrick Clancey has over 18 years of experience in the biometrics industry. Prior to joining NSS, Clancey served as Vice President of Strategy and Programs and Chief of Staff for IDEMIA’s Global Digital Platforms organisation. Integral role in creation of NSS Patrick Clancey w...

Securitas Electronic Security, Inc. (SES), with industry renowned expertise in retail security, has announced a strategic partnership with Nedap, in order to provide retail, RFID and cloud-based loss prevention solutions. SES – Nedap partnership This partnership expands SES offerings to include Nedap’s portfolio of retail offerings focusing on inventory visibility and seamless shopping experiences, including Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) solutions for retail stores, unified...

Door access control has undergone many changes in recent years with new technology and practices going in and out of style. With the recent developments in AI, the future of security technology is more secure and efficient. Making buildings both easier to navigate and harder to break into. Keep reading below for all the amazing possibilities of AI in action. Frictionless access system With door access control, the users face is their credential. The Alcatraz Rock uses three-dimensional sen...

Veriff, a global identity verification solutions provider, has announced its partnership with Starship Technologies, the world’s renowned provider of autonomous delivery services to provide authentication and re-verification services for its fleet of autonomous delivery robots in the United Kingdom.  Partnership with Veriff With this partnership, Veriff adds an extra layer of safety and security to Starship Technologies’ services, making it the first company in the world to cr...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors announced their North American manufacturing facility in Lillington, NC has received national Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) accreditation. Administered through the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the SHARP Recognition Program certifies employers that have established, implemented, and maintained exceptional work...

The United States government is seeking information from both the public and private sector on how biometric data is being used for identification purposes, according to a request for information (RFI) OSTP recently posted on the Federal register. The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), led by Dr. Eric Lander – 11th Director of the OSTP, the first in U.S. history to serve in the President’s Cabinet, and to serve as the President’s Science Ad...