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Leonardo (Stand 04-B10) will attend the UMEX exhibition, which runs from the 21st to the 23rd of February in Abu Dhabi, to mark its third year of participation. Leonardo, the Italian-headquartered global defence and security company, is the only European firm able to provide complete unmanned solutions for civil and military customers, also insuring the security of the airspace. A member of leading unmanned programs such as the Eurodrone, Leonardo boasts a wide portfolio of technological s...

Leonardo has announced the winners of the first challenges promoted on Solvers Wanted, the innovation scouting platform. With this, Leonardo expands its ecosystem for encouraging research and innovation processes, with Open Innovation initiatives, involving the academic world and start-ups, enlarging the network of organisations sharing the same vision. ‘Technology and Innovation Needs’ Leonardo set the challenges, starting with ‘Technology and Innovation Needs’ Leona...

Alcatraz AI, the globally renowned company in physical security technologies, has announced that they will be showcasing their state-of-the-art, autonomous access control system, the Rock, at ISC West 2022 (Booth 21124). ISC West 2022 Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous access control through AI-powered facial authentication that works in real-time, making spaces safer. The ISC West 2022 security conference will be taking place at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA fro...

The Emergency Road Service Coalition of America (ERSCA) and HAAS Alert are teaming up to train and protect tow operators. ERSCA will teach thousands of operators how Safety Cloud’s digital alerting can help protect tow operators from the greatest risk they face. About ERSCA Founded in 2012, ERSCA’s mission of facilitating and promoting collaboration in the towing industry includes a special focus on training and advocacy. Through education and partnership, ERSCA is committed...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated doubled its standard warranty to two years for Neutrino SWaP and Neutrino IS series designed for commercial, industrial, and defence Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and system integrators. With an industry-pioneering cryocooler Mean Time To Failure (MTTF), Neutrino provides a cooled Mid-Wavelength Infrared (MWIR) solution for imaging systems with size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP+C) constraints. Cooled MWIR camera Cooled MWIR...

The company took part in the annual EU Industry Days (8-11 February) – Europe’s most significant annual industrial event – contributing to debates on digitisation and ecological transition, with a focus on training and the promotion of sustainable management culture. The path towards a green and digital transition is at the heart of Leonardo's growth strategy; part of a consolidated and innovative drive to the Twin Transition that is seeing the entire European aerospace and de...

AI is empowering a new generation of advanced, efficient security systems. In the field of education, AI is also facilitating the digital and intelligent upgrading of schools and institutions from K12 to universities. AI applications such as smart identification, deep learning, and intelligent analysis greatly reduce manpower costs, while improving the security level and management efficiency at the same time. AI-enabled innovative teaching methods can help enhance engagement in both remote and...

Vigitron inc, the leading manufacturer of network products designed for security applications, announces the next in their educational series “Understanding Fibre Optics”. The webinar will be held on March 10, 2022, at 9 AM Pacific Time. The webinar will cover the following topics:  Why Use Fibre Optics  Defining Fibre Optics and how it works  Specifying Fibre Optics for Existing Applications  Specifying Fibre Optics for New Applications  Major Fibre...

While spontaneously taking a vacation may give users some great last-minute travel deals, research says that planning and anticipating the trip can make users happier than taking it. That’s right: late nights researching vacation activities, scrolling on social media for dining options, and even shopping for a new wardrobe are all contributing to that anticipatory happiness. Looking to extend that blissful, peace of mind? One thing that should be on that trip to-do list is considering the...

Speed and accuracy are critical to finalising door specifications in any complex architecture project. Working with ASSA ABLOY’s Openings Studio specification consultants helps Sweden’s TM Konsult to support customers of every size with clearer information. Collaboration speeds up the process and allows architects to focus on building design. Door and security specification can be slow and laborious. For architects and designers who may be unfamiliar with the technical detail of doo...

Leonardo held a delegation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), at its offices in Rome (Italy). It was led by the UAE Minister of Economy, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri. The delegation also included members of the UAE Space Agency and national industries in the sector. After the strategic presentation of the group, Leonardo’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Alessandro Profumo, said “Leonardo’s technologies have been contributing to the prosperity and security of the United Arab Emira...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland has announced it is the headline sponsor for the 2022 Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Education Awards.  Taking place Thursday 3 March 2022 at the Tower Hotel in London, the awards celebrate the architectural ironmongery professionals that have achieved a GAI Diploma, while also recognising the top performers in both the Certificate in Architectural Hardware and the GAI Diploma. Recognising achievements The upcoming event will acknow...

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced it opened a new branch location in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This marks ADI's second branch to serve the Fort Lauderdale area and ninth branch location across the state and further strengthens its commitment to providing the best and most convenient service to dealers. Expanding branch network The new ADI Fort Lauderdale branch, located at 10420 West, State Road 84, Suite 1-3, Davie, Florida...

Sensor solution provider HENSOLDT brings its experience in the area of Tactical Data Links, IFF, and sensor fusion to develop an independent next-generation Tactical Data Link through a European project called ‘ESSOR MIDS’ (MIDS= Multifunctional Information Distribution System). In the frame of the ESSOR (= European Secure Software-defined Radio) programme, managed by the procurement organisation OCCAR, ‘ESSOR MIDS’, to which HENSOLDT is subcontractor, has been awarded a...

No one is immune to a data breach. From universities and hospitals to corporate giants and government agencies, almost every organisation has encountered a security incident. Data security breaches not only expose sensitive information but can also cripple businesses. Users need the right physical and digital security measures to safeguard critical information. If users want to protect the data, they should know what to look out for. Learning about the top security breaches can help better prep...

Clare Controls, the maker of the powerful ClareVision Surveillance line and the ClareOne wireless security and home automation system distributed exclusively by Snap One, has announced the immediate availability of a new series of Color At Night high-performance IP surveillance cameras that leverage wider apertures, Sony® Starvis™ sensors and integrated LED lighting to deliver improved nighttime performance and visibility.  “Featuring image sensors specifically designed for...

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., is pleased to introduce Mark Miller as the new Regional Sales Manager for New England, and Paul Hoey, former RSM, as the new Systems Applications Support Provider for the Country.   Miller, well-known in New England, comes to Napco with a successful track record and long tenure in the region at a well-known area distributor, and prior to that held roles at two large dealers in MA and CA, respectively.  Technical help assistance Paul Hoey, a Na...

SecurityCEU.com has launched the Frontline Project Management Course, a new online training in partnership with industry-renowned educator Nadim Sawaya, MSCE, CPP.  Frontline Project Management training programme is tailored to the low voltage electrical/construction industry. It was conceived to teach the Security and Systems Project Managers how to play the construction game and manage their projects as electrical and general contractors.  Programme contents This unique programme...

ISC West, in collaboration with a premier sponsor - Security Industry Association (SIA), continues to experience steady growth for the upcoming event, ISC West 2022, which will be taking place just less than two months away, from March 22 to March 25, 2022, at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (SIA Education@ISC: March 22-24 | Exhibit Hall: March 23-25). After initial reports of strong attendee registration numbers since early-January launch, ISC West continues to expand its Show Flo...

RISCO Group, a global provider of Cloud-based security systems, has announced the appointments of Mark Taylor as UK & Ireland Managing Director and Stephane Cochard as Global EVP Sales & Marketing. With over 30 years’ security industry experience and a previous spell leading the UK operation from 1991-2005, Mark Taylor’s deep insight and experience has been recruited to deliver the UK & Ireland operation’s ambitious vision and growth strategy incorporating a range...

Ajax Systems, the largest manufacturer of professional security systems in Europe, is entering the Argentina market. The company plans to enhance its influence in the region and build a local team. The recent receiving of FCC and IC certificates has allowed Ajax Systems to spread to new regions where the 915 MHz frequency band is used. This involves expansion in the markets of Latin America, the US, Canada, Australia, and Southeast Asia in 2022. Cutting-edge technology Starting from February...

More than 90% of cyber-attacks involve a human attack vector. However, despite an emphasis on cyber security training for years, employees still don't consider cyber security to be their responsibility. That doesn't mean companies should play the blame game; it's time to change the narrative so their employees who are their biggest asset don't feel criminalised. Remote working It’s clear the shift to remote work is not going away and this poses security challenges. People can opt to log...

COVID has caused a lot of changes across practically all industries. While users may be familiar with broader changes to management and remote work, they may not know about the changes to security protocols. Alcatraz AI has been hard at work enhancing access control security in light of all post-COVID issues.   With a few key improvements, it is confident that their security systems can properly protect organisations without sacrificing efficiency or enabling the spread of harmful patho...

In order to create a comprehensive solution for security companies, Citel, an Italian developer of centralised management software, integrates Ajax with their Centrax Open-PSIM and Centrax Open-BMS suites. The Ajax integration is available with the latest software updates. This partnership is part of a broader project dedicated to private monitoring and security companies. The project aims to establish a multi-brand solution combining technology, functionality, and freedom of choice when connec...

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors announced their North American manufacturing facility in Lillington, NC has received national Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) accreditation. Administered through the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the SHARP Recognition Program certifies employers that have established, implemented, and maintained exceptional work...

Ford and ADT Inc. will invest in a new joint venture called Canopy that combines ADT’s professional security monitoring and Ford’s AI-driven video camera technology to help customers strengthen the security of new and existing vehicles across automotive brands. “The combination of our technologies and our deep security experience creates a new category of protection for work and personal vehicles,” said Elliot Cohen, ADT chief business development officer. “Ve...

Security-Net, Inc., a network of security system integrators, announced that CGL Technologies will join their membership under the leadership of newly appointed Principal, Christopher Wetzel. The addition of CGL Technologies marks the fourth new member company for Security-Net within the past month, bringing its total number of member companies to 19. CGL Technologies is a security systems integrator based out of Westwood, Mass., recognised for providing integrated security solutions to many la...

ASSA ABLOY has entered into an agreement to acquire Vigil Health Solutions Inc., a pioneer in innovative call systems and resident monitoring solutions for senior living. Vigil develops and markets a proprietary technology platform combining software and hardware to provide alarm systems and solutions that guide care of and monitor seniors living in senior living communities. Complementary growth opportunities "I am very pleased to welcome Vigil and their employees into the ASSA ABLOY Group....

Marshalls Landscape Protection, part of the Marshalls Group, has welcomed the Government’s response to the protect duty consultation, which seeks to improve safety in public spaces. The legislation, which should come into effect later this year, places a new responsibility on venue owners and event organisers to ensure reasonable and proportionate measures are implemented to protect visitors from harm. The move comes following pressure from victims’ groups, including the Martyn&rsqu...

BCD, the global video data infrastructure provider, has developed a new version of its custom Harmonize iDRAC software integration that enables the health monitoring with similar functionality of Dell’s iDRAC through the Windows 10/11 operating system, rather than the current limitation of Microsoft Server 2019. Available only on BCD’s purpose-built video appliances, this feature gives system integrators and end-users the ability to proactively monitor servers and predict hardware...