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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...

Altronix, the recognised in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry has partnered with TDSi, a supplier of integrated access control solutions to offer new streamlined access and power integration solutions that are UL294 listed for access control systems. Altronix Trove1 series supports TDSi’s GARDiS access controller modules which are DIN Rail mountable while easily combining Altronix power distribution options that are completely customizable to sup...

Drata, a continuous security and compliance automation platform, announces the appointment of George Bonser as VP of Sales for the EMEA region.  Bonser brings over 20 years of experience in sales leadership and will work with Drata CRO Adam Aarons to continue building a best in class sales organisation and driving strategic growth in key international markets. Annual recurring revenue With a well-respected reputation of introducing startups to Europe, Bonser most recently served as VP of...

IDIS, the largest manufacturer of trusted South Korean-made video tech, has expanded its range of AI-powered add-on devices with the launch of the AI Box for Surveillance, the DV-1304-A. The NDAA-compliant DV-1304-A provides users with all the benefits of AI-video through a simple and affordable 4-channel add-on box, eliminating the need for analytics software or upgrading to edge AI cameras. This latest AI box from IDIS allows highly accurate and multiple analyses from just a single camera wit...

Allied Universal®, the security and facility services provider, announces that it has been awarded a five-year contract to help secure Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the second-largest airport in the United States. The contracted services began in January 2023. Allied Universal security professionals will support DFW’s landside operations – which is the portion of the airport between its boundary and boarding gates - including employee parking lots, warehouses, r...

Spectra Logic, a pioneer in data management and data storage solutions, announces a modern archive solution for organisations that must manage and preserve massive amounts of data for long-term retention purposes. The new solution, called Spectra Digital Archive, is powered by Spectra StorCycle®, an enterprise software designed to easily and cost-effectively archive data at scale. Spectra Digital Archive enables organisations to manage and archive terabytes to petabytes of unstructured data...

Through a public tender process, the Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior, Sports and Integration has awarded NSSLGlobal GmbH a contract to provide mobile satellite and radio communications with 24/7 support. In addition, the Bavarian government, police, firefighting schools, counties, independent cities and special-purpose associations for fire and rescue services are entitled to order products and services from this framework agreement.  This contract with NSSLGlobal GmbH services wil...

One of HENSOLDT’s core competences is detecting threats and protecting end users. At IDEX 2023, HENSOLDT presents its broad range of sensor solutions for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations as well as sensors to improve the safety and operational effectiveness. “We are interconnecting all essential sensor technologies to provide our customers with information superiority at any time,” said Russell Gould, Head of International Business Development at HENSOL...

Video surveillance has become an increasingly popular option for schools in recent years. While it is not a substitute for traditional security measures, it can be a valuable tool in helping to keep students, staff, and visitors safe. It provides an extra layer of security by allowing staff to monitor activity in and around school grounds.  VIVOTEK surveillance solutions can help to provide evidence to police and school administrators in the event of an incident. In the event of a crime, v...

Freund Elektronik A/S is a major player of access control solutions, building communication, and security solutions for the B2B sector. Zenitel is a provider of intelligent and critical communication solutions that allow people to hear, be heard, and be understood, in every situation. Zenitel’s solutions are designed to meet safety and security needs for onshore and offshore markets. Critical communication solutions Freund Elektronik A/S currently distributes brands such as Ritto by Sch...

Invixium, a pioneer in biometric access control and workforce management solutions, and IDCUBE, a provider of the world's most widely integrated - open platform for Physical Security and Identity Management, jointly announced the signing of a new technology partnership and global distribution agreement.  The two companies have collaborated in the past to give end-users and system integrators a straightforward way to install and implement the best-of-the-breed integrated solution - Invixium...

Videonetics, the world’s first AI & DL powered Unified Video Computing Platform (UVCP™) announces the integration of its Intelligent VMS 3.0 with VIEWSCAPE of Veracity. The collaboration brings together state-of-the-art Intelligent VMS (IVMS) 3.0 with VIEWSCAPE, to offer the industry’s foremost solution for gaining visual intelligence, incident management along with forensic tools from a centralised interface. Therefore, security personnel can greatly enhance their situati...

The Mobile World Congress (MWC) of Barcelona 2023 promises to be a benchmark event in the world of technology and mobile communications. Held annually, the congress is the largest gathering of industry pioneers, innovators, and experts from around the world. Over the years, MWC has become the premier platform for showcasing the latest advancements in mobile technology, including smartphones, wearables, IoT devices, and 5G networks. New features and activities The conference also provides a un...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) welcomed Dynamark Monitoring, Inc. to its growing list of ASAP-to-PSAP connected monitoring centres – bringing the total number to 29. 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 Communication Centres (ECCs)/PSAPs. TMA’s ASAP-to-PSAP service Dynamark Monitoring, Inc. is thrilled to go live with TMA&rsquo...

HID Global (HID), a worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions, has announced it has acquired GuardRFID, a major provider of real-time location services (RTLS) hardware and software solutions in the healthcare space. The addition of GuardRFID expands HID’s offering and relevance in the active RFID and RTLS space, including the support for new use cases catered to the needs of healthcare facilities. HID Global acquires GuardRFID Bringing GuardRFID and its innovative RTLS te...

Commend Americas, a provider of communication systems and solutions, announced today a new podcast pairing reflections on communications and security technologies with insights on digital transformation trends.  The Commend Journey will feature discussions about cybersecurity, unified communications, industry trends, and emerging technologies. Unified communication solutions Podcast host Mike Diamond will invite a variety of experts including technology executives, engineers, consultants...