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Euralarm has formed an Executive Advisory Council that is open for members' senior managers. They should bring a broad view of the fire safety and security industry and how it is evolving. Standardisation of products and systems Ever since its founding Euralarm has been heavily involved in standardisation of products and systems for the fire and security industry to guarantee continuous improvement of product quality and system reliability. This important contribution to a Europe where citiz...

Arrow Electronics has published an eBook that covers all the security considerations that should be taken into account by embedded product developers to help minimise the vulnerability of their products to threats, both malicious and unintentional. Recognising that security has many parts and that breaches often occur wherever is the weakest point, Arrow has compiled a checklist of the ten fundamental elements for robust security and details these in the eBook. Security guidelines and terms&nb...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is to rename its Best Newcomer category at the British Security Awards in memory of security operative Gaby Hutchinson, who lost their lives in the course of duty in December. Gaby, who worked as a dog handler for BSIA members County, was on duty with their dog Coco on the night of the Asake concert on 15 December and was caught up in the ensuing incident, tragically losing their life on 19 December. Best Newcomer category The Best Newcomer cat...

For commercial refrigeration customers looking for a wireless IoT solution to monitor their assets in the field, Danfoss’ Alsense foodservice platform offers an affordable, flexible, and secure app-based monitoring solution for temperature tracking, refrigeration operation monitoring, alarms, and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) compliance. The app works in conjunction with hardware that acts as an IoT enabler to provide end users with real-time data 24/7/365, including...

The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) has announced Richard Fogelman as its new Chief Executive, effective Wednesday 1st March 2023, as Richard Jenkins leaves the Inspectorate after leading it for nine years. Richard Fogelman has more than 15 years management experience, including almost a decade as CEO of a leading UK charity. Richard has a law degree and experience in London’s financial markets, having worked at numerous banks and financial firms, before embarking in the commercial w...

SANS Security Awareness, a division of the SANS Institute, is proud to announce the launch of its new short-form technical training modules, "Security Essentials for IT Administrators." This series provides a comprehensive review of cybersecurity principles, specifically targeting those with a foundational understanding of IT systems and/or network administration to keep them up-to-date and knowledgeable in the constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape.  Learning objectives Relevant tr...

Xalient, a rapidly growing specialist in networking and cybersecurity, has been awarded the ISO 20000 certification in IT Service Management for its commitment to providing the highest-quality IT services to its customers, following a rigorous review of its processes and procedures.  Credibility, service, and quality As an internationally recognised mark of quality and excellence, the certification awarded by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and Internat...

MOBOTIX has installed and commissioned twelve charging points with 11 kW each for e-vehicles at the company headquarters in Langmeil. With the use of solar energy from the large photovoltaic system with 600 kWp, which was commissioned on the roof of the production hall in the fall of 2022, the company is thus taking the following steps on its sustainable path, also with regard to important ESG key figures. "The 600kWp photovoltaic system on the production building helps to reduce CO2 consumptio...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance announced a technical integration with Advancis that combines cloud video surveillance with the Advancis PSIM+ (physical security information management) platform to deliver integrated cloud video surveillance at the behest of global enterprise customers. Designed for control rooms and security operations centres, the Eagle Eye-Advancis integration delivers a single unified interface for interactive monitoring and event-and-aler...

Checkpoint Systems – a pioneer in RFID and RF technology solutions – is unveiling its newest high-performance RF Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) system, the patent pending NS45 Antenna – the first of its kind to offer retailers an almost invisible loss-prevention solution at the checkout. Following the successful release of the now award-winning NS40/42 antenna, the NS45 is the latest EAS solution added to the NEO family, providing extremely high detection rates within t...

Paxton, the global brand of access control, video surveillance and intercom systems, will be launching their brand-new customer loyalty programme, Paxton Rewards, at ISC West, booth #14075. They will also share an exclusive preview of their new door entry app at the show. ISC West will be the first chance for security dealers to see the Rewards programme and Entry app in action. This year, Paxton returns to ISC once again to showcase what’s new to their US customer base. The exhibition i...

Allegion Ventures, the corporate venture fund of Allegion plc, has expanded its strategic portfolio with an investment in Stuf, a tech-enabled, next-generation self-storage startup. Allegion Ventures co-led Series A funding for Stuf, alongside Altos Ventures. Stuf Founded in 2020, Stuf modernises self-storage and monetises under-utilised real estate. The innovative startup partners with property owners to turn basements, garages, and other spaces in commercial buildings into storage, creating...

IPVideo Corporation has made it a mission to help society respond to active shooter incidents with the introduction of its Sentry ERS Lockdown and Emergency Response System, purpose-built for schools and campus environments. Active shooter situations Active shooter situations are a horrible daily threat in society. Soft targets such as schools, university campuses, places of worship, grocery stores, hospitals, malls, movie theatres, and bars have all been targeted. In response, the security i...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi has partnered with Altronix, the pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, to offer new streamlined access and power integration solutions that are UL294 listed for access control systems, providing full security and peace of mind for security operators and installers.  Power distribution options John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi commented, “We are excited to be partnering w...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announces the addition of Jamie Howard to its Board of Directors and the formalisation of its Board of Advisors to help guide the company as it continues to realise significant growth. Jamie Howard joins the HiveWatch Board of Directors while currently serving as the Founder & CEO of Mile One Group, a strategic consulting firm specialising in technology business consulting, star...

Drata, a continuous security and compliance automation platform, has launched Open API, a powerful new product leading the movement to open and democratised compliance. Open API puts customers in the driver's seat with deeper connections and integrations to architect creative solutions for their risk and compliance needs. User-friendly REST API standard Governance, risk, and compliance are notoriously known as manual and time-intensive processes often siloed and bogged down by paperwork, spre...

Xtract One Technologies Inc. and Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. announced that MSG Sports will invest up to C$13.4 million (US$10 million) in Xtract One, a security technology company that prioritises the patron access experience by leveraging AI. The initial investment of C$8.4 million (US$6.3 million) is effective immediately, with the subsequent investment of C$5 million (US$3.7 million) being conditional on the approval of Xtract One’s shareholders and all applicable reg...

Signify, the pioneer in lighting, has appointed Nico van der Merwe as Chief Executive Officer for Signify UK and Ireland, starting 1 February 2023. Nico van der Merwe joins Signify from Schneider Electric, where he spent 15 years in various roles, most recently as Vice President for Home & Distribution UK&I. Nico has two decades of experience in international business and leading strategic business transformations. He started his career in Sub-Saharan Africa, where he worked in sales...

Pyronix announces new additions to their SmartHome security product range; the HomeControl BatteryCam and SolarPanel. The new BatteryCam offers indoor and outdoor video monitoring with built-in movement detection. It is supplemented by the new SolarPanel, which provides continuous charge. Video surveillance anywhere “We’re excited to extend our SmartHome range further with the new BatteryCam and SolarPanel.” “The BatteryCam allows users to add video surveillance any...

Traka has launched a new white paper that seeks to identify the ‘wealth of opportunities’ to help the NHS and healthcare professionals to meet rising demand through innovation and technology. White paper highlights The discussion paper, entitled: “How Technology is set to Improve Security & Patient Care in 2023” highlights the immediate challenges faced by the NHS and the solutions available that could be seen as ‘enablers of change.’ Traka highlights t...

Global MSC Security has announced the appointment of Andy Williams as a Senior Security Consultant. A technical expert with more than 40 years of experience working with alarms, CCTV, and integrated security systems in both the public and private sectors, Andrew will support and grow Global MSC Security’s impressive customer base, as well as expand its offering, protecting businesses and safeguarding communities throughout the UK. Andy’s extensive industry experience Commencing hi...

Comelit-PAC is attending The Security Event to debut new advances in its access control range, together with latest integrated solutions in security, door entry, CCTV and smart fire safety. On stand 4/G10, the founding partner of the show will demonstrate its innovative new 511DCi IP 1 Door Controller, as a feature-rich access control solution, designed to significantly reduce installation time and cost. Fire safety portfolio Comelit-PAC will present its latest CCTV series, offering the late...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announces the newest addition to its product line, Verkada Intercom, and a range of updates that expand the reach of the Verkada platform. Verkada Intercom, a reimagined building entry and communication experience that gives front desk staff the ability to manage access and answer calls from anywhere. Verkada's next-generation of bullet cameras, built for harsh conditions and distant scenes with even better imag...

viisights, Inc., a pioneer in behavioural recognition video analytics, announces that it joins the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Partner Ready for technology partner programme as a silver-tier member.  This membership allows viisights to integrate, test, and market its products with HPE technology. “We are extremely proud to be named an official technology partner of Hewlett Packard Enterprise,” said Asaf Birenzvieg, CEO, viisights. Immediate security response This is a w...

RightCrowd, a provider of safety, security and compliance solutions that manage the access and presence of people, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Batchelor as its new Director of Customer Success. In this role, Batchelor will be responsible for driving customer engagement and satisfaction by developing programs and processes that drive adoption, retention and growth for RightCrowd’s clients. Batchelor brings over 12 years of experience in the security industry, with a prov...

Integrated access control and security manufacturer - TDSi presented the Channel Partner Excellence Awards to some of its best performing Export Channel Partners at Intersec 2023 last month. The awards recognise TDSi’s best performing strategic system integrators for their consistent contributions throughout the previous year and are presented to Channel Partners in the United Kingdom (UK) and around the world. Channel Partner Excellence Awards The Channel Partner Excellence Awards were...

As technology progresses, data breaches continue to skyrocket and this isn’t going to slow down anytime soon. It is predicted that by the end of 2023 the cost of cybercrime is going to hit just under £6.5 trillion. Acquiring threat intelligence data is a primary step in preventing cyberattacks, and web scraping should be the method of choice for modern data-driven businesses. This is according to Andrius Palionis, VP of Enterprise Sales at Oxylabs. Possible attack scenarios Threa...

The Edge360, a real-time AI-powered decision-making video system for next-generation combat vehicles (NGCV), will be displayed by Axon Vision, a pioneer in the development of advanced situational awareness (SA) systems for armoured vehicles, at the IDEX 2023 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Edge360, which is already under contract, offers a 360-degree situational awareness (SA) capability to the squad in the combat vehicle. Edge360 AI-powered decision-making video syste...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces it has ranked highest among 19 solution providers on the growth index of the Frost Radar benchmarking system for analysing biometric authentication solution suppliers. Frost & Sullivan said HID and the other 18 other companies in the report, titled Frost Radar: Biometric Authentication Solutions, 2022, should be considered first for investment, partnerships, or benchmarking in this market segment. Improved authentication experience "...

Global Executives, experts and leaders will take stage, as we return with the 7th Edition Connected Banking Summit in Nairobi, Kenya on March 7, 2023. The Connected Banking Summit Series focuses on building future-oriented banking models by accelerating the pace of digital transformation and delivering a delightful customer experience in line with policy and regulations while ensuring the highest standards of privacy and security. Connected Banking Summit is a not to be missed opportunity for e...