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ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced Delaware State University (DSU) has integrated ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection technology and situational awareness platform into its multi-layered security system. This deployment was facilitated by Delaware-based Advantech, a pioneer in embedded and automation solutions for AIoT system integrators. Range of undergradua...

After a remarkable period of sustainable growth, Carlisle Support Services celebrates its prestigious accolade as being chosen as the 2025 Security Company of the Year at the ninth UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). Held on 20 February at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, the OSPAs are widely regarded as the most prestigious awards within the Security industry, recognising excellence and honouring those who promote positive change for the greater benefit of all....

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announces the addition of intrusion management to Security Center SaaS, the company’s unified physical security solution that can be deployed in the cloud or as a hybrid solution. By unifying intrusion detection with video surveillance, access control, identity, and visitor management, Security Center SaaS now delivers a fully unified, open, cloud-managed platform supported by the Genetec Cloudlink line of appliances. Se...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the appointment of Robert Bullen as its Distribution Sales Manager South. With a proven track record of successful business development roles in the UK security industry, Robert is bringing his expertise and experience to support TDSi’s Distribution Partners and customers across the southern region of the UK and beyond. Developing strategic partnerships Commenting on Robert’s appointment, Alex Rumsey, Sales Direct...

Scality, a pioneer in cyber-resilient storage software for the AI era, announced significant growth of its global partner ecosystem, which has doubled in size year-over-year. A channel-first strategy fuelled Scality’s exceptional growth rate, with Q4 2024 alone seeing a record-breaking 60% of sales driven by the VAR community. Impressive channel growth Scality's VAR channel is now the top driver of sales for the ARTESCA product line, augmenting the continued strong business growth seen...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneering organisation for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world, is delighted to announce that it will be awarding Les Allan, former Chair of AUCSO, a Fellowship. Les was AUCSO’s Chair between 2021 and 2023, and Vice Chair between 2019 and 2021. Recently retired from his role as Director of Safeguarding Services at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Les now works as a consultant&...

Ulefone launched the performance powerhouse Armor 28 Ultra Series. Dimensity 9300+ global debut, 16GB + 1TB massive storage. Its Thermal Version features next-gen AI-powered thermal imaging. Ulefone celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of the Armor 28 Ultra series, a lineup of rugged smartphones designed to deliver unparalleled performance and innovation. AMOLED dual-screen technology With an Antutu score exceeding 2.3 million, these devices set a new model for rugged smartphones...

IronYun, a pioneer in Vision AI for security, safety, and enterprise operations, announced its board of directors has named Salesforce and ServiceNow veteran Marshall Tyler as its new Chief Executive Officer. Tyler’s appointment follows a period of 3x growth at IronYun, reflecting increasing demand for the company’s Vaidio® AI Vision Platform, which transforms conventional video into actionable visual intelligence. Prior roles of Tyler  Tyler joined IronYun as COO in 2024...

The highly anticipated 2025 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) took place last night (20th February) at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, bringing together a distinguished gathering of professionals from across the UK security sector. This prestigious event once again showcased the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations dedicated to security excellence. Opportunity for buyers and suppliers Once again, NSI-certified companies were well represented among...

ONE of the pioneering deep water test facilities in the UK is marking a decade of being at the beating heart of innovation. The project to construct a 1.2 million litre Deep Recovery Facility at the Cumbria HQ of Forth Engineering was fraught with technical and financial challenges. But a refusal to accept failure led to its eventual completion – and subsequent use for everything from the testing of a three-metre remote control whale, to complex underwater robots. Ten years of the DRF T...

Hikvision has been awarded EcoVadis Silver Medal, a prestigious recognition from the world-renowned sustainability rating platform. This award highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and its significant contributions toward advancing a more sustainable future, guided by its philosophy of “Tech for A Better World.” Hikvision’s sustainability journey Receiving the EcoVadis Silver Medal marks a key milestone in Hikvision’s sust...

In 2025, access management can be a whole lot easier. By making access part of their digital processes, businesses can put time-consuming key management and the cost of changing the locks firmly behind them. Making this switch is a lot easier than many people think. Security and facilities managers everywhere are all too familiar with the drawbacks of outmoded access management workflows. Cumbersome keychains, lost keys, security staff tied to their desks, and mountains of manual key tracking....

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced Genetec Cloudlink™ 210, the industry’s first cloud-managed appliance to support multiple security workloads, including video management, access control, and intrusion detection. As the latest addition to the Genetec Cloudlink family, this new device simplifies security infrastructure by consolidating critical functions into a single, scalable appliance. Designed for hybrid environments, Cloudlink 210 provi...

ATRIUM is an edge-based access control system that makes installations faster, simpler, and more cost-effective for everyone. Its innovative two-door controller architecture and handy ATRIUM Finder smartphone app combine to set a new benchmark in efficiency in access control. Smarter system architecture Installing fewer controllers means reduced setup time, less tedious cabling, and a quicker route to project completion. This streamlined process enables installers to work more efficiently. A...

Pioneer in cloud-based physical security technology, Verkada, announced a $200 million Series E funding round. The round was led by General Catalyst, with significant investment from Eclipse and additional participation from new and existing investors. Since its founding in 2016, Verkada has raised more than $700 million in funding, and the latest round values the company at $4.5 billion. Verkada's six product lines Machine learning and applied computer vision have be...

Over the last 10 years, threats to the UK, including espionage, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and disinformation, have increased dramatically in volume and velocity. Globally, multiple state-on-state conflicts pose serious risks, with the potential to escalate into both intra and intercontinental struggles. Range of sub-sectors Private Equity activity across Security-Tech has continued to grow year-on-year, with 191 direct investments made since 2018 across a range of sub-sectors. These include...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the launch of the SpaceLogic™ Touchscreen Room Controller, an all-in-one device that leverages modern technology and seamlessly merges an innovative user interface with advanced functionality, setting a new standard for energy management and room control in buildings. Building owners and facility managers in both new and retrofit projects are under increasing pressure to...

Hochiki, a pioneer in life safety solutions, is celebrating the first anniversary of its Training Academy. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Hochiki's commitment to education and advancement within the fire safety industry. With over a century of experience, Hochiki has earned a reputation for manufacturing reliable and innovative life safety products. The Training Academy builds upon this legacy, providing fire safety professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to eff...

Oliver Dörre, CEO of HENSOLDT AG, and Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, signed a memorandum of understanding on intended cooperation in the field of aircraft protection technologies at the Munich Security Conference. Integrated system solutions ”Partnerships are a central element of our corporate strategy, especially in our commitment to deliver our products quickly and reliably to our customers. That's why this MoU with Saab is another important step in our strategic dev...

HENSOLDT, the sensor solutions provider, announced the launch of the DL-6000, its sixth-generation data link solution, at IDEX 2025. Engineered to deliver exceptional security and reliability, the DL-6000 enables seamless, long-range, line-of-sight HD video and telemetry data exchange across multiple platforms. New standard in video transmission DL-6000 is an IP-based, high-data communications link that sets a new standard in video The DL-6000 is an IP-based, high-data communications link th...

With its latest update, Regula Document Reader SDK, a comprehensive software solution for identity document verification, ensures 100% support for the new ISO/IEC 39794-5 standard regulating the methods of facial data storage and verification in e-passport chips. According to the ICAO guidelines, all document readers and verification systems must be compatible with the new standard by 2026, with passport issuers required to fully adopt the new format by 2030. ISO/IEC 19794-5:2005 standar...

Gallagher Security’s latest 2025 Trends Report draws attention to the critical need to explore how human behaviour impacts security solutions.  The 2025 report underscores a significant oversight in security research: a lack of focus on how End Users, operators, and non-decision-makers interact with security systems. In an industry driven by technological breakthroughs, the human element is frequently sidelined, leaving valuable insights untapped.  Day-to-day security concerns...

Gunnebo Entrance Control will be exhibiting its latest entrance control technologies at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, offering smart solutions designed to enhance safety, streamline entrance control, and support diverse operational needs. Visitors can find Gunnebo Entrance Control at Booth 28061, where an extensive range of entrance control innovations will be showcased. Advanced touchless technology Gunnebo Entrance Control’s portfolio also features high-security booths such as the motor...

Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to develop an innovative capability demonstrator for optical detection. The product, called ODAEON, is designed to revolutionise the capability for automated reconnaissance of enemy optical systems on the battlefield and will be developed in cooperation with BAAINBw. Optical reconnaissance systems The aim of the result is a demo...

Last week in New Delhi, the Future Crime Summit 2025, India's largest gathering on cyber innovations and synthetic threats, brought together over 1,000 experts, law enforcement officials, and defence pioneers to discuss the growing challenges posed by cybercrime and the latest AI-driven solutions. Key topics included AI-enabled attacks, ransomware, crypto fraud, blockchain vulnerabilities, and the risks of quantum computing. The founder of the Future Crime event, Professor Dr. Triveni Singh, al...

Netwrix, a vendor specialising in cybersecurity solutions focused on data and identity threats, released the new component of Netwrix Privilege Secure, which simplifies secure remote access for distributed workforces and third-party vendors. The new add-on reduces the attack surface by eliminating traditional VPN dependencies through granular, identity-based access control. It enables employees to access critical systems securely from any location, grants just-in-time privileges to reduce risks...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices Residential, Inc. (RAD-R), announced that home security will soon take a major leap forward.  RADCam™ Version 15 brings smarter AI-driven monitoring, real-time package protection, and an interactive concierge that makes the home more secure and responsive. Future of proactive security Traditional security cameras simply record events, leaving them to react after the fact. R...

SAS Technology, Greece's pioneering company in the research and development of armed unmanned systems, has successfully concluded an intensive three-day live-fire testing campaign (February 10–12, 2025). These trials confirmed the advanced operational capabilities of the company's UCAV, SARISA II (SRS-2A), marking yet another milestone in the evolution of autonomous combat systems. Certification for SARISA II The tests were run under the rule of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence...

ACI’s 11th National Forum on CFIUS is the pioneering event for professionals navigating the complexities of foreign investment and national security. As the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) continues to expand its oversight and enforce compliance, it is crucial for legal, compliance, and business pioneers to stay ahead of the latest developments. Impact of new regulations This premier conference provides in-depth discussions on the evolving CFIUS landscape,...

ACI’s 15th Forum on Global Encryption, AI, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls takes place on March 26–27, 2025, in San Francisco and via livestream. The 2025 program will include an enhanced focus on how to comply with evolving “know your customer” and end-user management rules for cloud and AI! No other event in the U.S. offers two days of content-rich, practical takeaways on these critically important aspects of export compliance. Featured speakers John D. Sonderman...