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On June 26, 2024, high school and college students led the movement to protect their local communities as they showcased their ideas to prevent targeted violence and terrorism during the Invent2Prevent (I2P) Spring 2024 competition finals. Preventing targeted violence Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Centre for Prevention programmes and Partnerships (CP3), I2P empowers youth to play a pivotal role in preventing targeted violence and creating more resili...

On June 26, budding technologists aged 8 to 19 showcased their technical acumen and problem-solving prowess at the Austrian finals of the World Robot Olympiad. The competition was held for the second year in a row at B&R Headquarters in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria. Under the theme "Earth Allies", contestants illustrated how robots could serve as "allies of the earth", working in harmony with the planet. The triumphant teams, "MMG" from HTL Braunau and "Plasma Bots" from Riedau Middle School,...

SARGENT, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand known for innovative door lock and hardware solutions, is excited to announce the latest evolution of its 10X Line bored locks now featuring visual status indicators. Designed to provide clear, instantaneous confirmation of a door's locked or unlocked status, these highly visible status indicators enhance users’ security and safety across a wide range of applications. New dimension of interaction "Our new SARGENT 10X Line bored locks with visual status...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School (BBCHS) to mitigate gun-related violence. BBCHS Located in Kankakee County, Illinois, BBCHS educates approximately 1,900 students from Bradley, Bourbonnais, and St. George school districts. The ex...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced its inaugural Safety Champion Awards to recognise community leaders who work to keep people and places safe. The company will open nominations through July 9, 2024 across three award categories: impact, security professional excellence and school safety; and announce winners at its annual conference, VerkadaOne, this September. Verkada Safety Champion Awards “From helping bolster school safety to combatting retail...

Digitalisation is reshaping the way individuals live and work. Buildings should be at the centre of this change, streamlining daily interactions with homes, offices, and other workplaces, moving into and around them seamlessly. Everyone who uses a site also needs confidence in its security and safety, not just its efficiency and usability.  Connected digital access In addition, connected digital access is a fundamental block in constructing more intelligent buildings. As analysts Omdia...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced it has achieved substantial growth in the state of Pennsylvania over the last year. The company has more than doubled its footprint in the state, hiring dozens of Pennsylvania veterans, technologists, and skilled employees for high-paying emerging technology jobs with a global impact. With concerns for public safety on the ri...

Durite will use the Road Transport Expo to demonstrate how AI and digital systems are improving road safety – and how this technology can help attract more young people into the industry. Durite, a pioneer in vehicle safety, lighting and auto electrical parts will be showcasing its popular Demo Van on Stand R45, Hall1 at the RTX in Stoneleigh on 4th-6th June. Durite Driver Status Monitoring The vehicle is equipped with a combination of the company's safety innovations, showcas...

Educational institutions are witnessing an ever-growing technology integration, be it interactive whiteboards or online learning platforms. Technology is reshaping how we teach and how students learn. Let’s zoom in on a different branch of technology used in education - video analytics. Imagine a tool that captures video and analyses captured footage using artificial intelligence (AI). Video analytics in K-12 education  Video analytics in K-12 education can gain insights...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management, announced the appointment of Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Dr. Martell will bring his deep industry expertise to shape the company's technical vision, incorporating current and evolving industry and customer trends to define and execute a strategic and impactful roadmap for the company’s future. Digital and AI plan growth Dr. Martell brings extensive industry and public sector experience and u...

A wider group of customers can now experience the benefits of Dicentis Hybrid Meetings with the latest rollout of this cloud-hosted end-to-end hybrid conference solution. The technology update is part of an ongoing mission of Bosch Building Technologies to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the modern professional conferencing environment. Hybrid meeting environment Dicentis Hybrid Meetings is a fully native end-to-end solution that ticks all the boxes for highly efficient, legally compliant...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, has announced its programming lineup for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 with in-person and digital experiences taking place 23-25 September at the Orange County Convention Centre in Orlando, FL and via the online GSX event platform. "Pioneering this year’s Selection Committee has been a privilege," said Dr. Diana M. Concannon, PsyD, PCI, CTM, 2024 GSX Selection Committee Chair. "Our...

AlarMax, a pioneering national distributor of security, audiovisual (AV), and low-voltage products, appointed James Ure as vice president of sales and marketing. With rich expertise in product development, business strategy and customer engagement, along with a lifelong enthusiasm for AV technologies, James will be an asset to AlarMax as it continues to grow within the residential and pro AV categories. Prior roles of Ure  Driven by a passion he discovered in elementary school, Ure&rsquo...

Metrasens, a provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Central Indiana Educational Service Centre (CIESC), which provides cooperative purchasing programmes for member school districts across Indiana. Through this partnership, CIESC member schools, as well as 270 other districts that are members of other Education Service Centres (ESC) across Indiana, can purchase Metrasens Ultra weapons detection systems through...

Nuke From Orbit, a UK fintech startup, has unveiled findings from its latest research report, ‘Evolving smartphone usage and the growing threat to consumers’. The report sheds light on a concerning trend in smartphone thefts, indicating that in 62% of cases in the UK, the repercussions extend far beyond the initial loss of the device.  Digital theft victims According to the research, not only were respondents' social media and email accounts accessed, but one in four individu...

ISC West 2024, the comprehensive and converged security trade event, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), delivered another year of successful programming and welcomed more than 29,000 security industry professionals to The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Improving customer experience ISC West elevated the customer experience by hosting both fan-favourite and brand-new offerings throughout the four-day event, which featured over 750 exhibitors,...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced a new partnership with IPConfigure, a managed service provider of business security, to integrate cutting-edge video surveillance solutions into Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure™ Buildings platform. The combination of Schneider Electric's Access Expert and Security Expert products with IPConfigure's Orchid video management system (VMS) will provide an unparalleled security ecosystem,...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is showcasing the latest security innovations for small to mid-sized commercial facilities during ISC West. The expo is happening April 10-12 at the Venetian in Las Vegas. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls is displaying the latest solutions for scalable, user-friendly access control and video surveillance for small to mid-size commercial facilities like schools, churches, and retail stores. Hassle-free software...

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security solutions, technology and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies and software at the ISC West 2024 (booth # 20055), the security industry's most comprehensive and converged trade show occurring from April 9-12, 2024, at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. "At Allegion, we're committed to innovation that links the world to seamless and secure access in the places we live, le...

Shooter Detection Systems, an Alarm.com (NASDAQ: ALRM) company and the renowned gunshot detection provider of gunshot detection solutions has joined forces with the Partner Alliance for Safe Schools (PASS) to support their mission and advocate for critical school safety efforts. As part of its commitment to PASS, Shooter Detection Systems promotes the PASS guidelines for layered school safety and security among school administrators and public safety professionals. Shooter Detection Systems pr...

At ISC West 2024, April 10-12, in booth 11053, Bosch will showcase solutions using visual and audio intelligence to enhance security, safety, and operations across industries, including energy and utilities, education, smart cities, and more. Intelligent Video Analytics Pro Edge-based application-specific analytics accurately detect, classify, and count objects, enabling the latest video cameras from Bosch to act as sensors, serving as the foundation for solutions that help secure perimet...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that it has been selected for the award-winning and globally renowned Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator programme. The company was accepted following an in-depth selection process evaluating 270 applicants from over 33 countries. Lloyd’s Lab programme During the ten-week, Lloyd’s Lab programme, ZeroEyes will work with L...

The fire safety and security industry is facing a talent shortage, as many experienced professionals are retiring and fewer young people are entering the field. This is a challenge, but also an opportunity, for the industry to attract and retain the best and brightest talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.  Live webinar Euralarm will organise a live webinar on attracting and retaining talent on Thursday, 18 April 2024. The webinar will start at 16:00 CET and run until 17:30 CE...

SONITROL, the pioneering provider of integrated business security solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 60 years in business. The company will commemorate its six decades of achievements over the coming months and to mark the occasion has joined the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) in order to work with the education community to better secure schools and create safer learning environments. In 1963 Robert Baxter met Al Cronk in Anderson, Indiana. Baxter was an inv...

Recognising that security industry business companies need more than technical training, SecurityCEU.com, a division of The CMOOR Group offers a library of essential skills business courses, sometimes also called 'soft skills' courses.  The topics for the essential skills training include Meeting Management, Organisational Skills, Creative Problem Solving, Negotiation Skills, Crisis Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace Harassment, Goal Setting & Getting Things Done, and Risk...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud physical security, is now a Mission Partner of The "I Love U Guys" Foundation, a national non-profit organisation that operates programs and trainings to standardise crisis response programs across schools. Verkada's partnership with The "I Love U Guys'' Foundation reinforces its commitment to providing real-time monitoring and response capabilities to help protect students during emergency situations. Integrated hardware and software solution The "I Love U Guys''...

ABM, a pioneering provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management announced enhancements to its leadership team, including the promotion of Valerie Burd to lead the Company’s Business & Industry segment, and the addition of external talent to drive future growth for the Education segment as well as engineering solutions across the U.S. Advancing internal talent “These leadership appointments are a testament to ABM’s exciting trajectory, our...

Middle Atlantic Products, a brand of Legrand|AV, announced the Forum™ Lectern, the latest solution in the company's award-winning configurable AV furniture product line, Forum™ Collaboration Suite. Compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the electrically height-adjustable Forum Lectern is perfectly suited for higher education and training or presentation spaces. It offers customisation to fit any space, like logo panels, worksurface options, and colourways. L...

Omnilert, a pioneer in active shooter solutions, today announced the release of its third-generation AI visual gun detection system, featuring significant advancements designed to further advance the industry's most effective gun detection system. Omnilert Gun Detect As the only solution to deliver a unique combination of detection, verification, activation, and notification, Omnilert Gun Detect protects hundreds of schools, universities, hospitals, retail and commercial buildings, and ot...

Allegion US, a pioneering security products and solutions provider, is a Mission Partner of The "I Love U Guys" Foundation, which operates programmes for schools' crisis response. Partnering with The "I Love U Guys" Foundation reflects Allegion's ongoing efforts to drive productive conversations on school security and support organisations that are advocating for safer students, every day. K-12 safety and security As a company that has a mission of pioneering safety, Allegion has sustained a...