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For over three decades, Matrix has earned acclaim as a pioneering player in the global telecom and security sectors. Its comprehensive range of products for telecom, video surveillance, access control, and time-attendance serves organisations of all sizes with complete communication and security solutions. Customer-centric approach Driven by its customer-centric approach, Matrix develops top-of-the-line technology solutions using in-house research, design, and development, with nearly 40% of...

Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in autonomous access control solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the Datacentre Forum Helsinki on June 1, 2023. This event brings together over 400 professionals from the data centre industry and provides an ideal venue for Alcatraz AI to showcase its innovative biometric access control solution for data centre physical security. As the demand for data centres continues to grow in the Nordics, particularly in Finland, the need for robust physical securi...

Bosch is pleased to announce the launch of its new IP-based horn loudspeakers and amplifier module: the high-output LHN-UC15L-SIP horn (for long-throw applications), the compact LHN-UC15W-SIP horn (for wide-angle coverage) and the AMN-P15-SIP amplifier module. The horns are designed to provide superior sound quality and flexible integration for video security and public address applications, supporting both two-way VoIP (Voice-over-IP) communications via SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) and pr...

Security can get left behind as organisations migrate their infrastructure to cloud services provided by third parties. In order to ensure organisations stay secure as they take advantage of the cloud, WithSecure™ (formerly known as F-Secure Business) has launched a new module for its WithSecure™ Elements security platform that identifies insecure cloud configurations attackers use to compromise networks. Challenges  It's become commonplace for organisations to incorpora...

Global security pioneer, Gallagher, has given the name of their SMB security solution new meaning; one that speaks to the value proposition of their cloud-based security solution; Security Made Better.  Lisa Tubb, Senior Product Manager for Gallagher SMB, says, “Security Made Better is reflective of our commitment to empowering people with a simpler and better way to manage their security.”  Mobile-first approach “In a world where security systems can be overly com...

Enterprises and authorities commonly utilise several different solutions and ICT environments (cloud, hybrid, and SaaS) where data needs to be protected using strong encryption. While encrypting the data may be simple, carrying out secure, simple, and sustainable key management is not. As cyber threats increase, controlling the entire process securely is becoming even more important. Easy-to-use, centralised encryption The Finnish technology company Insta’s new Insta Key Vault key man...

The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Kerri Sutherland of Axis Communications as Chair of the FAST Board of Directors. Sutherland will lead the Board of Directors drawn from the membership of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA), in developing and refining FAST’s strategic plan and identifying the foundation’s annual goals. Kerri Sutherland has held a human resource business partnership position at Axis Communi...

Honeywell announced the launch of an updated suite of airside solutions, boasting enhancements to its gate and turnaround and airfield lighting portfolios, including the Honeywell NAVITAS™ Smart Visual Docking system. To help airports maintain a smoother traveller experience amidst increasing air traffic, the latest solutions help optimise gate operations and improve situational awareness for pilots and airside operations teams, resulting in faster turnaround times for aircraft. The late...

Swann, the pioneer in smart security for more than three decades, releases the AllSecure650™ 2K Wireless Security System in the United States of America (USA). The AllSecure650™ 2K Wireless Security was first released for the Australian market and has become a go-to security system for consumers in Oz.   The AllSecure650™ Security Kit cameras are equipped with SwannNet™, which ensures the strongest available Wi-Fi connection to each camera from the Wi-Fi NVR or...

Ground Labs, the provider of data discovery solutions for privacy, security, and data management announced the appointment and return of Don Kaye as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer. Don Kaye brings over 25 years of executive leadership, sales, and marketing expertise in the technology industry to Ground Labs and has a deep understanding and passion for the data security and data management space. Work experience Don Kaye previously served as Ground Labs’ Chief R...

G4S is the first and only UK company and non-police service to gain accreditation to allow specialist security officers to stop and manage traffic, as they escort moving abnormal indivisible loads (AILs) on the roads.  Moving two emergency diesel generator tanks was nothing short of slow progress - due to its size and weight (they weigh 64 tonnes and measure more than seven metres wide - about the average width of four cars) but G4S’s Enhanced Security Officers (ESOs) have put their...

Checkpoint Systems’ Alpha High-Theft Solutions division is enabling retailers to enhance their open-shelf security with its new anti-sweeping product, ShrinkShelf™.   A revolutionary shelf-management system, which maximises product capacity on the shelf while reducing shrink, ShrinkShelf™ has been designed specifically to prevent loss from stock sweeping and Organised Retail Crime (ORC) and to increase sales. ShrinkShelf™’s innovative design ShrinkShelf&trad...

UK-based Cortech Developments and global security and surveillance technology pioneer - Vicon are proud to announce their 20-year anniversary of the partnership. Since their initial collaboration, Cortech and Vicon have worked together to provide integrated security solutions to organisations around the world. Their partnership has enabled the seamless integration of Vicon's advanced security and surveillance technology with Cortech's Datalog platform. Events-based analytics By connecting Vic...

Critical Communications supplier - Sepura has announced two key additions to its Senior Management Team, with Anthony Sutton joining as Worldwide Sales Director and Miguel Calvo joining as R&D Director. Strengthening the Senior Management Team has been a key focus during a period of growth and wider investment for the company, which has expanded its portfolio of innovative TETRA products and a compelling migration solution featuring TETRA and LTE. Sepura’s global sales team Anthony...

OPTEX, a sensor manufacturer for more than 40 years, will demonstrate its new FlipX indoor series for the first time in South Africa at Securex. The new sensor range - which comprises the FlipX Standard and Advanced models - provides highly accurate and reliable detection due to a bespoke pyroelectric sensor and a unique lens that can be ‘flipped’ to provide both a narrow and wide detection in a single device. Grade 2 FlipX Standard sensor The sleek and compact Grade 2 FlipX Stand...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has recognised Paul Anstine, Majority Staff Director for the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Scott Shellenberger, State’s Attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland, with the 2023 SIA Excellence in Government Service Award. Extensive leadership recognition This award honours public servants who have demonstrated extensive leadership and a steady commitment to supporting and advancing the effective use of s...

Lacework, the data-driven cloud security company, announced the appointment of Lea Kissner as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). As CISO, Kissner will be responsible for pioneering the development and implementation of Lacework’s overall security strategy and programmes. 20 years of experience Kissner brings over 20 years of experience pioneering security, privacy, and anti-abuse efforts at global organisations to Lacework. Their experience includes serving as CISO at Twi...

Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company, unveiled new user intelligence capabilities designed to empower organisations to become more proactive in the fight against ongoing cyber attacks. Rubrik aims to deliver cyber resilience across both the data and users, including new User Intelligence, so organisations can work to proactively prevent attacks from happening before they cause significant damage.  Addressing data security needs Data remains highly vulnerable to cyber incid...

ICT®, a manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Thomas Napora as Vice President and General Manager for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region. With an impressive background as a professional soldier and IT specialist in the German Air Force, Thomas brings over two decades of experience in both the military and IT sectors, making him a valuable addition to the Integrated Control Technology team. Work experienc...

Touchless Biometric Systems, a Swiss provider of biometric technologies headquartered in Pfäffikon, Zurich, has unveiled its latest innovation in biometric management: the Biomanager Enterprise software platform. The innovative platform, the result of years of research and development, offers a comprehensive solution for managing and monitoring biometric products and data. Biometric devices are the best way to increase security and reliably verify the identity of individuals. But how can a...

A new 10-week online course will offer security pioneers expert guidance on developing, maintaining, aligning, and optimising global security operations centres (GSOC). The Security Executive Council’s Next Generation Security Leader (NGSL) GSOC Course is tailored for current security practitioners and university/college students. Instructors include SEC subject matter experts and current security practitioners from companies including Delta Air Lines, Zoom, Dell, Coca-Cola, Comcast, Equi...

Coalition, the world's first Active Insurance provider designed to prevent digital risk before it strikes, released the 2023 edition of its Cyber Claims Report detailing the evolution of cyber trends. The report found that policyholders with even one unresolved critical vulnerability were 33% more likely to experience a claim. Additionally, policyholders — regardless of organisation size — who continued to use end-of-life software, products no longer supported by their origina...

SecurityScorecard announced that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has awarded a contract for SecurityScorecard subscriptions to enable pipeline and rail owners/operators, who elect to use the subscription to more accurately monitor and assess the cyber health of their transportation systems. Subscription service SecurityScorecard’s subscription service allows owners/operators to voluntarily assess their cybersecurity posture with cybersecurity vulnerability monitoring, ra...

Barracuda Networks, Inc., a provider of cloud-first security solutions, will announce a new platform called Barracuda SecureEdge, a SASE solution that helps make hybrid and remote work easier to secure. Barracuda SecureEdge integrates Barracuda’s Secure SD-WAN, Firewall-as-a-Service, Zero Trust Network Access, and Secure Web Gateway capabilities.  Single-vendor solution According to Gartner®, “By 2025, 80% of enterprises will have adopted a strategy to unify web, cloud se...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting its comprehensive range of key control and asset management solutions at IFSEC 2023, from May 16-18, 2023, in London, United Kingdom (UK). Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display, alongside a range of additional products at stand IF.4610 at IFSEC 2023. Key control and asset management solutions “The IFSEC show is unique as it is really four shows...

Streamlight® Inc., a globally renowned provider of high-performance flashlights, announced that Holt & McArdle, Inc. received the company’s 2022 Sales Rep Agency of The Year award for the Fire and Industrial markets. Holt & McArdle Associates, Inc. is a manufacturers' representative agency for the industrial, fire, law enforcement, and construction markets. Based in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania, the company received the award in recognition for outstanding sales achievement.&nb...

The Dahua WizMind is a full portfolio of solutions comprising project-oriented products including IPC, NVR, PTZ, IVSS, thermal and software platform that adopts industry-leading deep learning algorithms. As a pioneer in video-centric AIoT solutions and service providers, Dahua has been constantly developing and improving its product offerings to provide more business value to its global customers and deliver reliable and comprehensive AI solutions for vertical markets. Human-based applications...

inter airport Europe, the trade exhibition for the global airport industry is gearing up for a strong return: With over 95 % of indoor space reserved or already booked, and still five months to go, show organiser - RX has announced to open up additional floor space by expanding into Hall C6 of Munich Trade Fair Centre.  The increase in demand underlines the growing confidence in airport suppliers amidst signs of a gradual recovery in air traffic. Business and innovation platform Le...

Security experts at ADT have released a brand new outdoor wifi camera, which provides two-way audio and crystal-clear imagery.  24/7 surveillance Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I Subscriber, says “Our brand new security camera not only allows for surveillance of your home and surrounding areas, it also allows homeowners to warn off potential intruders. Our camera is also fully integrated with the ADT Smart Services app which means customers are informed 24/...

Qognify, part of Hexagon, a provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, and Johnson Controls Security Products, a unified group of access control, video, location-based security, and intrusion brands present an integration between their products Qognify VMS and Kantech EntraPass. Faster and targeted response The integration of both software products enables users to better understand situations based on the synchronisation of event and video data, allowing a faster and more...