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Arcules and IMMIX announce a new integration

Arcules, the provider of unified, intelligent cloud-based video management solutions announced that its integration with Immix Central Station (IMMIX CS) and Guard Force (IMMIX GF) is available. The integration provides Central Station and Guard Force users a way to easily manage, verify and respond to security events while leveraging Arcules-managed video feeds. Comprehensive solution “Our central monitoring customers and institutions with large security teams have been asking for a mo...

TDSi joining Protech USA at ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi have announced it will again be attending the ISC West event in Las Vegas (28th-31st March 2023), joining its fellow VITAPROTECH Group sister company, perimeter intrusion detection systems manufacturer Protech USA, on Stand 8050.  TDSi will be focusing on its powerful GARDiS software and hardware ecosystem, including its intuitive GARDiS Web Embedded Controller.      Access Cont...

Senior security leader warns of image problem impacting value of security systems and teams

A Chartered Security Professional (CsyP) is warning that security has an image problem, and it is only when something goes wrong, a break-in occurs, or a perimeter is compromised that businesses begin to appreciate its true worth.  It’s also often when organisations find out whether the security, they have installed was actually up to the job for which it was intended, and the moment when buying cheap may look like an un-informed purchase.  Buying cheap security The warni...

ID R&D advances biometric security to address growing threat of deepfake fraud

ID R&D introduced IDLive® Face Plus to address the growing security threat posed to institutions and consumers by deepfakes and digital injection attacks. As deepfakes have become more realistic and easier to produce, injection attacks are an increasingly common method used to spoof biometrics. In 2023, 20 percent of successful account takeover attacks will leverage deepfakes (Gartner). Survey findings ID R&D’s latest innovation arrives at a time when new survey data from th...

Ravelin gets hired by online marketplace G2A.com to help contain fraud, while accelerating growth

Fraud prevention specialist Ravelin announces it has been hired by online marketplace G2A.com to help contain fraud, while accelerating growth. G2A.com is the world’s largest marketplace for digital gaming products with over 20 million customers and 75 thousand products sold by 400 thousand sellers. The company has a highly successful, and award winning, internal anti-fraud team which has consistently provided customers with a high level of protection. Working with Ravelin will help G2A.c...

VIVOTEK officially launches the VAST Security Station amid rising AI surveillance demand

VIVOTEK, a global IP surveillance provider, will officially launch its AI security system, VAST Security Station (VSS), in March, available to users in three flexible tiers: VSS Lite, VSS Standard, and VSS Professional. VSS is a surveillance platform that combines advanced AI and edge computing technologies to achieve accurate facial recognition and vehicle detection in real-time by integrated cameras. VSS is capable of managing up to 20,000 cameras simultaneously and offers a powerful array...

Siemens will showcase its cloud-based platforms, IoT-enabled products and solutions at ISH 2023

At this year’s ISH trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany, Siemens will showcase its cloud-based platforms, IoT-enabled products and solutions that make buildings smarter, leveraging the potential that digitalisation offers.  Exhibiting under the motto ‘Your fast lane to smart buildings’, the company is focusing on turning buildings into smart ecosystems that respond to the business goals of building owners and operators for improved building performance, as well as to tenants&...

Alcatraz AI announces web-based Mobile Enrollment and Biometric Privacy Consent Management to streamline onboarding and increase transparency

Alcatraz AI, a global pioneer in autonomous access control solutions announced the addition of web-based Mobile Enrollment and Privacy Consent Management to its flagship facial authentication product the Rock™. Privacy protection Currently, organisations worldwide can eliminate friction from the access control registration process by enabling secure mass or individual enrollment. New or current employees and visitors can enroll from anywhere in seconds, through their mobile devices or t...

Zenitel strengthens its footprint in the Americas with the addition of two new manufacturer representative partnerships

Zenitel, a provider of intelligent critical communication solutions, announced its new partnerships with two manufacturer representatives. TaylorLong & Associates, Inc. will represent Zenitel’s full line of intelligent critical communication solutions in Alaska, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming, while Omni-Tech Solution Services Limited will represent Zenitel’s solutions in Western Canada and Ontario.  Manufacturer representatives “We only want...

Identiv announces scale computing partnership to streamline video and access control deployments

Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT) announced, in partnership with Scale Computing, a market pioneer in edge computing, virtualisation, and hyper-converged solutions, the launch of Identiv Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) Powered by Scale Computing. The solution delivers Identiv applications, including Hirsch Velocity visitor management software and its Velocity Vision video management system (VMS) for total situational awarenes...

Bill Hildebrand comes out of retirement to lead RGB Spectrum’s sales team as Director of Sales for North America

RGB Spectrum®, an industry pioneer in the mission-critical video for real-time decision support announced the appointment of industry pioneer and veteran, Bill Hildebrand, as Director of Sales for North America. Bill Hildebrand Bill comes out of retirement to lead the RGB Spectrum sales team after nearly 14 years at Planar Systems where he helped to grow the company seven-fold, most recently as North American Vice President of Sales. He boasts more than 26 years of experience in the IT an...

ZeroEyes and United Safety & Survivability Corporation join forces to protect public transit from gun-related violence

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced a strategic partnership with the United Safety & Survivability Corporation (United Safety) to increase safety and decrease gun-related violence on public transit. United Safety will resell ZeroEyes’ proactive artificial intelligence (A.I.) gun detection solution to its extensive customer base of public tran...

Visit ADI branches in March and April to see the most advanced reliable PoE-powered access control solutions

Vigitron and Prodatakey (PDK) will be present in all ADI North American branches during March and April with solution products for the most reliable access control solution powered by Vigitron PoE and network solutions. Solutions are supported by free and without obligation technical service support and the industry’s longest warranty to design and support system requirements.

Konica Minolta’s FORXAI video security solution wins new product of the year

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. announced it has been recognised by Security Today for its FORXAI Video Security Solution (VSS), which was named a 2022 New Product of the Year. Launched in April 2022, Konica Minolta’s VSS offering includes its FORXAI Video Security Solution for Intelligent Surveillance and point-of-entry solution FORXAI Video Security Solution for Secure Access. Security Today Security Today magazine is the industry media brand providing technology, educa...

Konica Minolta’s FORXAI Secure Access recognised in Top Ed Tech Product Awards

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. announced that it was named a Finalist in the Information Technology category for the 2023 District Administration Top Ed Tech Product Awards. The annual awards recognise the most innovative solutions that are helping district leaders meet the ever-evolving education technology needs of their schools. Submissions were judged on their innovation in the ed tech space, with particular attention to how the products are breaking new ground, how much val...

Euralarm announces Executive Advisory Council

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 publishes embedded security solutions eBook

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...

BSIA to rename newcomer award in memory of Gaby Hutchinson

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...

Danfoss Alsense foodservice platform offers wireless IoT solution for in-the-field monitoring

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...

National Security Inspectorate appoints Richard Fogelman as their new Chief Executive

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 Institute launches new cybersecurity training for IT administrators

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 secures ISO 20000 certification in IT service management

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 installs twelve charging points with 11 kW each for e-vehicles at the company headquarters in Langmeil

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 integrates cloud video surveillance with PSIM+ provider Advancis

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 unveils high-performance RF Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) system

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 to launch their brand-new customer loyalty programme, Paxton Rewards, at ISC West 2023

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 co-leads funding round for tech-enabled self-storage startup - Stuf

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 launches Sentry ERS lockdown & emergency response system to help improve security for schools & campuses

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...

TDSi partners with Altronix to offer UL294 listed Trove access and power integration solutions

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 announces the addition of Jamie Howard to its Board of Directors and the formalisation of its Board of Advisors

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...