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Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is proud to announce the launch of the latest update to its powerful GARDiS integrated Access Management software solution, Version 2.3. Additions to GARDiS v2.3 include universal decode/auto-detect, support for RS485 readers, generation of FILO (First In Last Out) reports, an extended door lockdown feature, a data Fusion and Exporter function, support for Access Control Units (ACU) inconsistency, automated emailing of reports, bespoke badge desig...

Genetec Inc. (Genetec), a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared the results of its state of the industry report. Based on insights from over 2,000 physical security leaders from around the world, the report looks at how the role of physical security continued to evolve in 2021, as organisations adapted to changing conditions. The changing role of physical security Physical security continues to evo...

Designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom (UK) by Third Millennium, the new GovPass compliant card readers offer a multi-technology solution, with either Wiegand or OSDP communications. GovPass compliant RX reader range The new GovPass compliant RX reader range provides the end users with the ability to migrate from legacy systems and cards to the new standard seamlessly. GovPass has been introduced by the UK Government, in order to standardise access control across all government depart...

When researching where to eat out for a meal, consumers often consider a few factors: personal recommendations, online reviews, and price. As menu prices continue to rise, people start to wonder where the increase is coming from. Restaurant owners know exactly where it comes from: the increase in the cost of food, service, rent or mortgage, restaurant equipment, and more. Ways to minimise costs ADT can help restaurants maximise the protection of food, people, and restaurant property and in tu...

AxxonSoft is taking part in the prominent US security industry trade show - ISC West 2022 that will be held from March 23 to March 25, 2022, at the Venetian Expo (The Venetian Convention and Expo Center), in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. AI-enabled VMS and Cloud solutions The company invites all security professionals, from the integrator and end-user side, to explore their new AI-powered VMS and Cloud solutions, at booth 26099, at the ISC West 2022 exhibition. AxxonSoft’s products and soluti...

viisights, a developer of unique behavioural recognition video analytics, has announced a US$ 10 million fundraising round, led by Israeli VC firm - Hive2040, with the participation of Migdal Insurance and existing investors, headed by Firstime Ventures. These funds will expand marketing efforts and product enhancements for viisights, in order to penetrate additional target markets, and initiate a new SaaS business model. Asaf Birenzvieg, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-Founder at viis...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared the results of its state of the industry report. Based on insights from over 2,000 physical security pioneers from around the world, the report looks at how the role of physical security continued to evolve in 2021 as organisations adapted to changing conditions. Physical security continues to evolve from being seen as a tool for mitigating risk, to playing a much more...

Patriot One Technologies has announced it was awarded a contract worth nearly US$ 1 million CAD with Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND), to further develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled full motion video analytics application. This technology will be used to detect, classify and track objects and events of interest, initially for DND applications, and in the future across multiple domains. As an innovative piece of AI-powered intellectual property, Patriot One will le...

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...

“Frequentis has been looking to expand its public safety domain offering for quite some time, with Regola we have found clear attributes for a perfect fit. A fellow family-owned company, Regola shares our values and culture, and its products are of the most innovative on the market.” “This acquisition underlines our Mission “For a Safer World” and brings us one step closer in meeting our vision to become the number one for safety-critical control centres globally....

360 Vision Technology, the globally renowned UK CCTV camera manufacturer, will be displaying its range of ultra-low light, IP High-Definition (HD) and thermal imaging cameras at the Intertraffic Amsterdam 2022 event, taking place from March 29 to April 1, 2022, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, at stand #05.438. 360 Vision Technology’s robust and reliable range of static, Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ), wireless deployable TX and IP 68 rated, 316 grade stainless steel cameras are used to provide reliab...

RISCO Group UK, a manufacturer, and distributor of cloud-based professional security systems, has announced the attainment of ECHO-ready supplier status. ECHO (Electronic Call Handling Operations) was developed in conjunction with the BSIA, NSI, FIA, and FSA, combining current call handling systems into one nationally recognised effective police response to emergency alarms. Quick response and seamless integration The initiative partners with ECHO-ready suppliers that offer products compliant...

ECHO announces that it is now supporting almost 200,000 Intruder and Hold-Up Alarm systems on police response with URNs (Unique Reference Numbers). Virtual instant alarm signalling Launched in 2021, following extensive development, ECHO provides virtually instant alarm signalling to police control rooms from approved Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs) who remotely monitor premises protected by Intruder and Hold-Up alarm systems. Transforming the speed with which police can respond to confirmed al...

How do you create a safe and liveable city, with increasing pressure from traffic to the city? ST&D Apeldoorn B.V. and Nedap Identification Systems offer a total solution for automating and regulating traffic flows to city centers. These two business partners have been working together for over 15 years, which has resulted in lots of proven installations in the Dutch market. Thanks to the combined knowledge and expertise, ST&D Apeldoorn B.V. and Nedap Identification Systems offer effect...

Singapore Airshow 2022 was officially opened today by Minister for Defence, Dr. Ng Eng Hen and Minister for Transport and Minister-In-Charge of Trade Relations, Mr. S Iswaran, at the Changi Exhibition Centre, Singapore. Singapore Airshow 2022 The biennial event, Singapore Airshow 2022 is taking place from February 15 to February 18, 2022, at the Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, with more than 13,000 trade attendees and almost 600 participating companies, from more than 39 countries and...

Every video security application has its own unique challenges, especially in terms of scale, location, lighting, and affordability. Can the entrance to a retail shop be secured to the highest level of detail, while compensating for light fluctuations? Is it possible to monitor an external perimeter day and night, while paying close attention to keeping storage costs low and avoiding network strain? And, can these challenges not only be met, but also provide high quality images that enable pers...

Leonardo held a delegation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), at its offices in Rome (Italy). It was led by the UAE Minister of Economy, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri. The delegation also included members of the UAE Space Agency and national industries in the sector. After the strategic presentation of the group, Leonardo’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Alessandro Profumo, said “Leonardo’s technologies have been contributing to the prosperity and security of the United Arab Emira...

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...

Hexagon Geosystems will exhibit its smart LiDAR-based 3D Surveillance solution live at ISC West.  Live demonstrations at the booth will showcase:   1) 3D functionality: Hexagon’s 3D Surveillance portfolio includes the Leica BLK247 sensor (fusing LiDAR, video, and thermal imaging) and advanced Accur8vision software that enables an advanced view of alarm situations and uses an intuitive 3D environment for simple planning and virtual testing.  2) AI functionality: He...

No one is immune to a data breach. From universities and hospitals to corporate giants and government agencies, almost every organisation has encountered a security incident. Data security breaches not only expose sensitive information but can also cripple businesses. Users need the right physical and digital security measures to safeguard critical information. If users want to protect the data, they should know what to look out for. Learning about the top security breaches can help better prep...

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...

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...

Hakimo, a venture-backed company dedicated to modernising physical security through its AI software which holistically manages enterprise physical security operations, has ramped up its go-to-market efforts with the addition of Jason Wright as the new director of sales. The addition of Wright in this critical role will help Hakimo continue to build its sales team and expand the market reach for its AI software. Wright comes to Hakimo from Openpath Security, where he was part of the sales team d...

ISC West, in collaboration with a premier sponsor - Security Industry Association (SIA), continues to experience steady growth for the upcoming event, ISC West 2022, which will be taking place just less than two months away, from March 22 to March 25, 2022, at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (SIA Education@ISC: March 22-24 | Exhibit Hall: March 23-25). After initial reports of strong attendee registration numbers since early-January launch, ISC West continues to expand its Show Flo...

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...

This year’s Singapore Airshow 2022, held at the Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, from 15 to 18 February 2022, will see a total of eight flying displays and fly-pasts from four air forces and two commercial companies. Flying for the first time at the Singapore Airshow is the Indian Air Force’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), called Tejas. The single jet performance will bring impressive stunts and maneuvres to Singapore’s skies. Singapore Airshow 2022 Last seen at the 201...

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...

Uri Guterman, the Head of Products and Marketing, Hanwha Techwin Europe feels the world is at an inflexion point in the battle against climate change. Scientists have long been sounding the alarm about the damage that carbon emissions are doing to the planet, but now they are beginning to observe widespread, unprecedented changes across the whole climate system. Some of these changes are irreversible over hundreds, to thousands, of years. Limiting climate change The good news is that there is...

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...