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CrowdStrike and Rubrik announced a strategic partnership to accelerate data security transformation and stop breaches of critical information. By unifying rich, data-centric attack context from the Rubrik Security Cloud with the industry-pioneering AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon® XDR platform, organisations can rapidly detect, investigate and stop attacks targeting sensitive data. Response actions to threats  According to the 2024 CrowdStrike Global Threat Report, adversaries cont...

Healthcare institutions have invested in technologies for many years to improve efficiency and patient safety. These innovations have developed with time, offering practical solutions to emerging challenges. One such technology is video analytics, which has become a priority for most healthcare organisations. Advanced video technology and data analysis improve operational efficiency and safety in hospitals. They enable data collection, which they can leverage to optimise processes, streaml...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce Caroline H. Brown, President, Security Central, has accepted the position of Co-Chair of the association’s Five Diamond Committee.  TMA’s Five Diamond designation is granted annually to TMA member monitoring centers that satisfy all of the requirements of the five points of excellence. In her new leadership role, Brown will work to ensure the designation remains current and reflective of excellence in security monitoring....

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, in partnership with Temenos, a global provider of banking software solutions, announces a successful collaboration with Santander International to provide robust and flexible customer authentication for its digital banking platform. Santander International, like all modern financial institutions, faces unique challenges in its digital transformation journey. Navigating cybersecurity threats, adhering to regulations, working within budget c...

Progress, the trusted provider of infrastructure software, announced a strategic partnership with Veeam® Software, the #1 pioneer by market share in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery, to provide customers with an enterprise-ready cyber defence solution that strengthens the security of their business-critical data. Cybersecurity attacks are occurring at an ever-increasing pace, crippling organisations and costing millions of dollars in ransom payoffs, lost productivity, reput...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, announced tips for music festival safety. With warmer months fast approaching, so too are popular summer events such as music festivals. Though fun, festivals can present significant safety risks. They attract large crowds, are prone to heavy alcohol consumption, and drug use, and feature large temporary infrastructure. Allied Universal views safety as non-negotiable and encourages attendees to review a...

Following a decision of the Board Euralarm has welcomed Detectortesters as their newest member. The company will become a member of the Euralarm Fire Section and Services Section. Detectortesters are the world’s pioneering designer and manufacturer of functional test solutions for fire detection systems. With over 50 years of experience in the field of testing, the company’s product range provides a global audience with functional test solutions for smoke, heat and CO fire detectors...

Traka has committed to ensuring “great service delivers” throughout 2024, with a dedicated customer-centric pledge, presenting unparalleled experiences for its customers, partners, and stakeholders. The theme captures the spirit of exceptional customer service, with Traka employees each demonstrating common behaviours through five ‘pillars’ echoed throughout its global business. The team at all times brings Truthful, Responsive, Approachable, Kind and Accurate. Focus of...

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and screening technology, supplied its industry-pioneering high-energy X-ray screening equipment to safely and efficiently secure the United Nations’ COP28 summit between November 30, 2023–December 13, 2023, at Expo City in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The event was attended by a record 65,000+ core participants, comprised of world pioneers and business executives, an 80% increase over COP27. X-ray inspection system This solut...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the ISC West event, which takes place from 10th-12th April 2024 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Joining its fellow VITAPROTECH Group member, perimeter intrusion detection solutions manufacturer Protech USA, on Stand 8050, TDSi will be showcasing the latest edition to its GARDiS portfolio – the GARDiS Version 2.6 software – for the first time in No...

Wing Security, the pioneer in SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM), announced the expansion of its product offerings with new pricing tiers designed to meet the diverse needs of mid-market companies at every stage of their security maturity journey.  Wing Security's advanced automated remediation solution streamlines security operations with efficiency and accuracy, making it a valuable investment. Wing Security is the only SSPM solution that identifies, manages and auto-remed...

Finland’s correctional sites have been secured for 30 years by thousands of access control readers – all made by Idesco. In an ongoing practice over the years, older reader versions have been replaced by new ones during renovations, such that all the newest prisons now use the latest encryption technologies. Idesco readers Correctional sites are a very special, highly demarcated access control environment. That is because, at every moment, the movement of personnel and prisoners m...

Innodisk, a pioneering global AI solution provider, is demonstrating its edge AI integration expertise at NVIDIA GTC in San Jose, USA. Innodisk specialises in integrating and developing customisable AI solutions that can be scaled across various industries. The company actively shares its research and practical implementation of edge AI with industries worldwide, showcasing how its camera modules integrate with NVIDIA’s specialised AI visual technology. Advancing Smart Factory Solutions...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management, announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to help organisations safely unlock the power of generative AI and data using the recently announced NVIDIA NIM microservices and by integrating NVIDIA AI Enterprise into the Cohesity Gaia platform. Cohesity Gaia, the company’s comprehensive, patent-pending collection of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, will offer NVIDIA NIM and additional technolog...

The 2nd Edition Hospitality Innovation Summit Saudi Arabia and UAE organised on the 6th and 7th of March 2024, concluded with an overwhelming response while setting whole new standards of excellence for itself. The summit began with the much-needed information pack on the hospitality industry of the region presented by Turab Saleem, Partner at Knight Frank, also the knowledge partner to the summit who stressed the importance of growing home brands to the scale of international brands. This...

Award-winning global security manufacturer Gallagher Security’s Controller 7000 (C7000) has been named Outstanding New Security Product at the India and South Asia OSPAs held in New Delhi on March 14th. Released in November 2023, this is the first award win for Gallagher’s C7000, the latest addition to their Controller suite. New generation of technology UL-certified and capable of managing all localised access control, intruder alarms, perimeter security, business automation, an...

Valsoft Corporation Inc., a Canadian company specialising in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Servico, a Belgian industry pioneer providing mission-critical software solutions to the travel agency and tour operator sectors. For over 40 years, Servico has been helping its clients and partners attain operational efficiencies through their top-of-the-line ERP solutions. Servico provides clients and partners with visib...

One Identity, a pioneer in unified identity security, announced the general availability of One Identity Cloud PAM Essentials. This innovative SaaS-based solution will simplify privileged access management (PAM) across the enterprise, with a specific focus on cloud applications and infrastructure. The surge in cloud migration, coupled with the expansion of the attack surface and the growing sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks, underscores the critical need for effective PAM solutions....

SwiftConnect, the pioneer in connected access enablement, and Wavelynx, a provider of interoperable and secure access solutions, announced that their deployment at Stream Realty Partners’ RiverSouth Austin marks the first use of access credentials in Samsung Wallet and Google Wallet in the corporate real estate market. Now, tenants and employees can use their Android devices and Galaxy phones for easy and secure building access at Austin’s most intelligent building. &...

Bridewell, a pioneering UK cyber security firm, has completed its first acquisition of public sector cyber security specialists, Arculus Cyber Security. The acquisition will increase Bridewell’s headcount by 15% and triple its public sector revenue with all of Arculus’ employees retained. The deal strengthens Bridewell’s public sector footprint and aligns with the organisation’s overarching strategic Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) focus. Bridewell’s growth...

The International Organisation for Migration reports that the migrant flow has been steadily rising, with the numbers swelling from 153 million in 1995 to 281 million in 2022. Concurrently, the quality of counterfeit documents keeps advancing. Under these circumstances, the need for more sophisticated border control tools has never been greater. Regula steps up to this challenge by upgrading its Regula 4205D, a one-of-a-kind device designed to significantly enhance the efficiency and...

BotGuard OÜ, an Estonia-founded cybersecurity software company that helps web hosting providers control traffic and protect their infrastructure from malicious threats, has secured a €12 million Series A funding round led by MMC Ventures. Existing investors Tera Ventures and Expeditions Fund also participated in the round, alongside prominent angel investors including Stefan Lindeberg. This latest investment will enable the business to further develop its technology, recruit tech...

Euralarm, representing the electronic fire safety and security industry in Europe, celebrates the European Parliament’s plenary vote in favour of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD); a major step towards decarbonisation of the building stock. Better-performing buildings also mean safer and more secure buildings. Every year, EU countries face major fires in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, taking the lives of thousands of European citizens and causin...

Schlage®, a pioneering provider of home security and access solutions for over a century, announced that its smart lock integration with Airbnb is now live. From, most Airbnb Hosts with listings in the US and Canada will have seamless access to the industry-pioneering Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Lock Family directly within the Airbnb app, improving and simplifying entry and exit logistics for guests. Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi The new Schlage smart lock integration grants Airbn...

Transmit Security and I-Tracing are joining forces to leverage their complementary skills and expertise in anticipating threats and managing customer identities, thus securing consumers' digital journey, regardless of the digital purchase channel used (e-commerce website or application). “As part of this alliance, I-Tracing has become the official reseller and integrator of Transmit Security solutions in France. We are delighted with our partnership with I-Tracing, a pioneering pure-...

The Small Business Network (SBN), a cornerstone in the security industry for the past 14 years, has appointed Abbey Petkar, the Managing Director of Magenta Security Services, as its new Executive Chairman, a change from his previous role of Press Officer. This strategic appointment marks a significant milestone in SBN's mission to foster professionalism, support staff, improve working conditions, enhance sustainability, and drive numerous other positive changes within the security sector. Lon...

Infosecurity Europe 4-6 June 2024, the most influential information security event running at ExCeL London, announced that renowned technology ethics broadcaster and researcher, Stephanie Hare will give the keynote address for the eighth annual Women in Cybersecurity event. The event will be held on day two of Infosecurity Europe on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Hare, author of Technology is Not Neutral: A Short Guide to Technology Ethics, brings a wealth of experience to th...

Delinea, a pioneering provider of solutions that seamlessly extend Privileged Access Management (PAM), announced the close of its 2023 fiscal year, surpassing a key annual recurring revenue (ARR) milestone of $300 million and achieving a ‘Rule of 40’ profile. The company also grew recurring revenue to greater than 85% of total revenue. Delinea accomplished a notable innovation milestone in 2023 by debuting the Delinea Platform, a cloud-native foundation for Delinea’s...

With the rising speculation of nation-state-sponsored attacks against Microsoft by Russia, SaaS Alerts are asking that all MSPs be hyper-vigilant at this time. Beginning on March 7th, SaaS Alerts witnessed an increase of over 50% (above late February average activity) on event types, which indicate password spray, bruteforce, and non-interactive sign-in attacks – and this trend has continued throughout the day (March 8th) and to present. SaaS Alerts’ engineering team SaaS Alerts&r...

Matrix Comsec, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, effectively engaged in the MEP Conclave 2024, hosted at Taj MG Road, Bengaluru, spanning March 6th to 7th, 2024. Throughout the occasion, Matrix presented its extensive array of solutions, encompassing Access Control, Time-Attendance, IP Video Surveillance, and Telecom. The focal point of the occasion was the introduction of Matrix's All-Colour Camera, crafted to capture coloured images even in low-light or no-light situatio...