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MKU unites with Team Forces for soldiers in the UK

MKU Limited, renowned for its cutting-edge protection and optronics solutions for frontline heroes, is breaking new ground by extending its role beyond a traditional defence technology company. In a landmark collaboration aimed at empowering heroes, MKU Limited is joining forces with Team Forces, a UK-based charity organisation dedicated to creating social impact within the armed forces community through sports and adventure. This partnership is born out of a shared commitment to uplift the liv...

Gallagher Security receives award for ‘Exceptional Contribution to Intersec’ at the 2024 event in Dubai

Gallagher Security is proud to announce they have been recognised for “Exceptional Contribution to Intersec” at this year’s 25th Intersec event held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from the 16th to 18th of January.  As the pioneering business event for safety, security, and fire protection, this year’s event bought together 45,000 security professionals from across the globe and featured products from more than 1100 exhibitors, a 30% increase on the previous year&rs...

Six Degrees achieves Fortinet’s SD-WAN partner specialisation

Secure, integrated cloud services provider, Six Degrees, announced that it has achieved SD-WAN Specialisation as part of the Fortinet Engage Partner Program. Through the Secure SD-WAN Specialisation, Six Degrees’ sales and technical teams have expanded their knowledge in SD-WAN deployment scenarios using Fortinet’s Secure SD-WAN solution. As such, Six Degrees is able to help customers conceptualise, enhance, and troubleshoot their SD-WAN deployments. SD-WAN solution In a fast-movi...

Two new ECCs go live with TMA’s automated secure alarm protocol

The Glenview IL Public Safety Dispatch Centre and the City of Allen, TX Police and Fire Communications became the 140th and 141st Emergency Communications Centres (ECCs) in the United States to implement The Monitoring Association’s (TMA) Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP). Launched in 2011 as a public-private partnership, TMA’s ASAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm monitoring centres to Emergency Communic...

Decision Sciences International Corporation announces that Kevin Davies has joined the organisation as the company’s CCO

Decision Sciences, a provider of advanced security and contraband detection systems, has created the new role of CCO to enable DSIC to capitalise on its unique and revolutionary non-intrusive inspection (NII) technology, to penetrate new global markets in port and border security, critical infrastructure protection, as well as many others. Kevin is a recognised expert and commercial pioneer with proven success in the security NII sector; he has held leadership roles in market-pioneering OEM com...

TE Connectivity announces first quarter results for fiscal year 2024

TE Connectivity Ltd. reported results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 29, 2023. First quarter highlights Net sales were $3.83 billion, in line with guidance, essentially flat on a reported basis year over year and down 1% organically. GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $5.76, including a one-time tax-related benefit, and adjusted EPS was $1.84, up 20% year over year. Orders were $3.8 billion, up 4% year over year, with year-over...

Barracuda's new Cybernomics 101 report uncovers the financial forces driving cyberattacks

Barracuda Networks, Inc., a trusted partner and pioneering provider of cloud-first security solutions, published its Cybernomics 101 report, which examines the financial forces and profit motives behind cyberattacks. The new report reveals the average annual cost of responding to compromises exceeded $5 million. The report also raises the alarm over hackers exploring how they can use generative AI (GenAI) technology to increase the volume, sophistication, and effectiveness of their attacks. 50%...

Genetec voted as one of Canada’s 2024 top employers for young people

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada. Canada's Top Employers for Young People is organised by the Canada's Top 100 Employers project. This special designation recognises the employers that offer Canada’s best workplaces and programmes for young people just starting their careers. Companies a...

Verkada expands marketing team for global growth

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced new investments to continue growing its go-to-market function. With the arrival of new pioneers in demand generation, field marketing, channel, and product marketing, the company will build on the momentum from 2023 to expand and enrich customer and partner relationships in the year ahead. Latest marketing team Richard Rogers joins Verkada to lead Global Demand Gen & Field Marketing Richard Rogers...

Checkmarx announces new integrations with ServiceNow

Checkmarx, the pioneer in enterprise cloud-native application security, announces new integrations designed to speed application security operations within ServiceNow DevOps. Both the cloud-native Checkmarx One AppSec platform and Checkmarx SAST plugins are immediately available in the ServiceNow Store and effectively streamline application security for developers within the DevOps toolchain, significantly reducing the risk of delivering cloud-native enterprise applications. Author's quote &l...

Milestone Systems first to adopt G7 Code of Conduct for artificial intelligence

Milestone Systems, a pioneering provider of data-driven video management software, has decided to adopt and implement the G7 Code of Conduct for advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, becoming one of the first companies to do so. Author's quote Thomas Jensen, CEO of Milestone Systems, says: “We need rules to ensure AI is being developed to serve humanity. But companies should not wait for regulation. They must take their own steps to identify and resolve the weaknesses and pitfal...

ZeroEyes partners with Texas’ Region 13 Education Service Centre to streamline procurement of gun detection solution

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 a strategic partnership with Texas’ Region 13 Education Service Centre, which serves as a liaison between the Texas Education Agency and the local school districts. ZeroEyes is now a vendor under the Centre’s cooperative contract, a master service agreement that facilitates the tech acquisition process for R...

Barrier1 extends lucrative offering of vehicle barrier systems to the fencing industry at Fencetech 2024

Barrier1 Systems, the industry pioneer in perimeter-hardening security and safety solutions, is showcasing a range of its crash-rated vehicle barrier solutions and high-security gates at FENCETECH 2024, in booth #526, from January 24-26, 2024, in Nashville. The company’s team of vehicle barrier experts will be on hand to engage traditional fence resellers and installers on the multitude of new and emerging business opportunities provided by perimeter-hardening, vehicle barrier systems. V...

Genetec opens new office and state-of-the-art experience centre in the UAE

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the opening of a state-of-the-art experience centre in the UAE and the relocation of its Dubai office to accommodate continuous growth in the region. Named DBXC, the new experience centre and office is strategically located at One Central in the Dubai World Trade Centre and features innovative solutions from Genetec and its large ecosystem of industry-pio...

ONVIF releases first add-on for secure communications

ONVIF®, the pioneering global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has released the final version of the TLS Configuration Add-on to increase the security of communications between devices and software clients within a physical security system. The add-on supports the configuration for Transport Layer Security encryption, enabling a conformant video management system to initially configure or update TLS settings in a conformant device, such as a camera, t...

Logpoint boosts BCS solution with cloud security capabilities

Logpoint has announced the release of Logpoint Business-Critical Security (BCS) for SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), a threat detection and monitoring solution for applications built and managed on the SAP BTP platform. Logpoint BCS for SAP BTB offers extensive threat visibility, which helps secure the platform against malicious activities. SAP BTP is a set of integrated services and tools that facilitate application development, deployment, and management. It offers database a...

Critical security vulnerabilities identified in ConnectWise ScreenConnect by Gotham Security researchers

Gotham Security, an Abacus Group company providing high-quality boutique cybersecurity services, has announced that its research team recently discovered two vulnerabilities in ConnectWise ScreenConnect, saving tens of thousands of enterprises from the possible consequences of a significant cyber-attack. ConnectWise ScreenConnect is a remote-control software used by IT-managed service providers (MSPs) globally. Had Gotham Security not stepped in, therefore, and had a hacker identified...

Boon Edam announces new executive team for the Americas

Boon Edam Inc., a world-pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is proud to announce several enhancements to company leadership following the internal merger of the company’s commercial and manufacturing teams. The new executive team for the Americas reflects Boon Edam’s growth in the changing market climate, as well as the company’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation in its working environment. Author's quote Security entrances have rap...

BioConnect acquires Silent Partner Technologies to expand offerings for intelligent asset tracking and inventory management

BioConnect has acquired Silent Partner Technologies, Inc. (SPT), headquartered in Tampa Florida–a pioneering provider of RFID Inventory and Asset management software, expanding BioConnect’s pioneering Trusted Security Platform to create the most advanced cloud-based smart safes, smart lockers, smart cabinets, smart rooms, and smart vehicles for the intelligent “chain of custody” and security assurance for any critical asset. Smart Space solution “Bringing security...

Klaxon Signals make key appointment to support international growth

Pioneering UK-based audible and visual signalling equipment manufacturer Klaxon Signals is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Head of Division. With over 20 industry years’ experience, Neil Grice takes up the position following a number of successful roles including sales and engineering within Klaxon Signals and previously Technical Support roles at Texecom Ltd, the parent company of Klaxon. Neil’s knowledge and experience Neil is trusted with growing key parts across t...

IDIS to showcase AI powered solutions tailored for a range of applications at Intersec 2024

IDIS will be showcasing more surveillance and AI innovations than ever before at this year’s Intersec, (Dubai 16-18 January, stand S1 H25) with tailored solutions for every application. IDIS, South Korea’s largest in-country manufacturer, is known for its offer of advanced, end-to-end video solutions–now this offer is being extended and complemented, with innovations in communications and AI as well as camera technology. IDIS Deep Learning Analytics Among the highlights wil...

Altronix appoints Core4 to further increase its prominence and product support in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission solutions for the professional security industry, has expanded Core4 Technologies’ existing territory which includes MN, ND and SD to also now cover all of Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, effective December 1st. Built on the core fundamentals of integrity, relationships and passion to deliver best-in-class solutions, Core4 perfectly aligns with Altronix’s global reputation for unsurpassed excellence. Customers’...

SLRI security convergence research earns journal publication

Research conducted by the Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI) and Kennesaw State University has been accepted for publication by the journal Information and Computer Security. 'Organisational perspectives on converged security operations' was published online on November 1 and will appear in an upcoming print issue of the journal. The study is the first phase of a multiphase project that will dive into issues such as metrics, staff group structures, cost, and current practices in...

TDSi announces free GARDiS Installer Training Dates for 2024

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the latest set of dates for its free GARDiS Installer Training for 2024. Available at both TDSi’s Poole in Dorset Headquarters and at Texecom’s Headquarters in Haslingden, Lancashire, these popular installer training sessions are designed to provide the latest updates and specific guidance on the GARDiS ecosystem of integrated access control hardware and software solutions.    The Poole training opport...

Knightscope awarded authority to operate by U.S. Federal Government

Knightscope announced that it has received its Authority to Operate (“ATO”) from the Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (“FedRAMP”), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Security assessment, authorisation FedRAMP is a government-wide program that provides a standardised approach to security assessment, authorisation, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. This achievement means that Knightscope will eventually be list...

Industry pioneers, Levergy and Ripley PR, join forces at AHR Expo to outline best practices for building trust with customers

Pioneering home service experts Heather Ripley and Ryan Redding will bring years of experience to an exclusive presentation at the AHR Expo on January 22 in Chicago. The duo is set to discuss strategies home service business owners can implement to forge better connections with customers and grow their business. “Building Trust and Success: The Essential Role of Reputation in Home Services Businesses” will be presented at 9:30 a.m. in S405a and is free to all registered AHR att...

SaaS Alerts explains how SaaS application security risk assessments help MSPs

More than 80% of 2023 data breaches involved data stored in the cloud, per IBM’s 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report. To deal with the evolving SaaS risks, MSPs need a proactive and comprehensive approach to security and compliance. This is where a SaaS risk assessment comes into play. A SaaS cyber assessment involves a meticulous examination of potential threats, vulnerabilities and compliance issues within the SaaS applications of MSPs and their clients. It serves as a strategic initiativ...

SALTO introduces latest smart locking innovation for multi-family residential market security

SALTO is excited to launch the DBolt Touch smart deadbolt. The SALTO DBolt Touch offers a retrofit and smart locking solution for upgrading mechanical deadbolt locks in the multi-family residential market. The DBolt Touch implements the latest technology and the top level of functionality that multi-family housing residents, operators, and access managers desire and have been eagerly anticipating. SALTO’s advanced technologies Packed with all of SALTO’s most advanced technologies...

Shooter Detection Systems empowers communities, workplaces to deploy gunshot detection to increase safety

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and provider of the world’s pioneering gunshot detection solutions, will introduce a campaign at CES 2024 to empower individuals to make their schools, workplaces, and communities safer by employing lifesaving gunshot detection technology. In an active shooter situation, gunshot detection is highly effective at mitigating injury and loss of life but is often overlooked by federal funding sources that traditionally support a wide range...

ONVIF agrees with OSSA to take over standardising descriptive data generated by IoT devices

ONVIF®, the open industry forum supporting standardised communications between IP-based physical security products, announced an agreement with the Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA®) to take over the development of data ontology and metadata specifications. The initiative will continue under a new ONVIF metadata working group. ONVIF metadata working group The new ONVIF metadata working group is focused on developing standardised ways of richly describing the context in which...