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Wayne Alarm Systems, Inc., a family-owned and run life safety and security provider with UL/FM central station monitoring, announced that it has acquired Sentry Protective Systems of Billerica, Mass. Wayne Alarm Wayne Alarm, founded by Ralph Wayne Sevinor, delivers custom solutions for the lives and property of its customers, while providing them with exceptional commitment, care, and support every day. The purchase increases Wayne Alarm's share in the Greater Boston area where it can provide...

The G4S Fire and Security team is working in partnership with award-winning building services contractor, Briggs & Forrester, on three large, high-profile real estate projects across the UK. Supply and install fire and life safety The Cocoa Works in York, 135 Park Street in London, and Phoenix in Leeds will provide a mix of residential, office, and retail space, and are being undertaken with sustainability and urban regeneration at the core. Operating in full support of these objectives, G...

Østre Landsret, the High Court for Denmark’s Eastern region, handles both civil and criminal cases. At large new premises, specifiers equipped more than 650 doors and coordinated multiple project stakeholders, including Swedoor, a major Swedish supplier of doors and related technologies. The process required delivery of accurate door specifications directly to building project models in Revit® and other design software. Errors in the delivery of doors and security components ca...

The UK economy could secure a £31 billion boost from the widespread adoption of generative AI, according to new research from KPMG. The UK’s struggling economy could benefit from a much-needed £31 billion boost from the widespread adoption of generative AI, says the report. Generative AI According to the ‘Big Four’ firm, generative AI is set to increase UK productivity by 1.2 percent, the equivalent of an extra output of £31 billion a year in the UK economy...

Distology, the specialist IT cybersecurity distributor, has announced a new strategic partnership with Vercara, a pioneering provider of cloud-based services that secure the online experience. Distology will become a distributor of Vercara’s UltraDNS, UltraDDoS Protect, and UltraWAF services to partners across the UK&I and Benelux regions. DDoS attacks From protection at the DNS level, where DDoS attacks and malware infiltration often occur, to the IP level where identity and reputat...

Sharry, a workplace experience platform around mobile employee badges, launched a brand new PortalWX – an online platform designed to be a one-stop shop for managing the entire workplace experience. PortalWX features Among other updated features, the PortalWX includes a new generation of Sharry Insights analytics. It also comes with an integrated AI writing assistant to help property and office managers swiftly create, rewrite, or translate content for their tenants and employees. With...

Thanks to Mobile Access, the new solution from Bosch, access to buildings and restricted areas can now be managed without additional identification media such as plastic cards. Mobile Access is fully integrated into the tried-and-tested access management system from Bosch and offers numerous benefits in terms of efficiency, security, and convenience for building owners, employees, and visitors. Both efficient and user-friendly A few clicks are all it takes for authorised individuals, such as...

The BSIA’s flagship event, the British Security Awards, returned to the live stage to recognise security officers and businesses working to keep people, property and places professionally protected during the last 18 months. British Security Awards In its 26th year, held in 2023 at the sold-out Grand Connaught Rooms, the industry celebrated security excellence with 18 awards presented to security officers and businesses in front of clients and leading industry stakeholders. The show als...

STM Group Ltd is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious contract to provide security services for the British Library’s St Pancras site in London, commencing on July 1st, 2023. This partnership exemplifies the company’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the nation's heritage sites. The British Library is the United Kingdom’s national library, one of the six legal deposit libraries in the UK and Ireland, renowned for housing collections of printed an...

Nearly half of America's frontline workers would quit their jobs if they could afford to, citing threats to their personal safety at work, according to the 2023 Verkada Workplace Safety Survey.  The study found that 76 percent of employers have experienced a security incident in the last year, and a majority of frontline workers feel that the threat of physical harm is on the rise. Solutions of Verkada Safety Survey Key findings of the 2023 Verkada Workplace Safety Survey include:...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, was recently honoured with the “Minority Owned/Diverse Exporter of the Year” award in the first-ever New Jersey International Trade Awards (NJITA), which was held last month at Galloping Hill Golf Club in Kenilworth, N.J. Hosted by the New Jersey District Export Council in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Commerce, the inaugural event also recognised New Jersey-based busi...

Magos, the pioneer in advanced radar detection technology, is pleased to announce a technology partnership with Netwatch North America, the pioneer in proactive video monitoring solutions, to bring actionable intelligence when deploying a radar detection system. By combining Magos radars with Netwatch's proactive video monitoring solution, security providers realise enhanced visibility and informed response. AI-filtered alerts supported by Netwatch’s highly trained operators result in red...

Cybersecurity specialist, Core to Cloud, has appointed a new Head of Cyber Security, Laurence Bentley, as the multi-award-winning company launches a programme of new services, as part of its strategic transition to a fully managed service provider. Laurence Bentley New responsibilities Laurence Bentley, who has over 26 years of experience in cybersecurity, is working in partnership with Chief Technology Officer - Phil Howe. He will oversee the service delivery team as the company launches th...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announces an expanded version of its 360° virtual tour, which provides an immersive, interactive experience to illustrate the vital role of door security and access control in education and healthcare settings. 360° Virtual Tour  The ASSA ABLOY 360° Virtual Tour takes users on a digital walkthrough of three venues: a university setting, a K-12 school, and a hospital. From the outside of the building to every type of room and door inside, the tour...

Commvault®, an enterprise data protection pioneer for current global businesses and the first data protection vendor to introduce cyber deception, announced new security capabilities across its entire portfolio. Secure, defend, and recover data Signaling the next phase in its evolution, Commvault is helping businesses secure, defend, and recover their data to meet increasingly sophisticated cyber threats head-on. As part of these capabilities, Commvault has expanded its security ecosystem...

Identiv, Inc., a provider in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced the launch of the market’s first sensory Tag on Metal (TOM®) label, developed in collaboration with French sensor and IC specialist Asygn. The on-metal sensor devices, based on Asygn’s next-generation AS321X IC platform, capture temperature and strain data near metallic objects. Tracking these and other sensor data, Identiv’s Asygn-based devices are ideal for industr...

Centific Global Solutions announced the launch of Pitaya.AI, a SaaS (Software as a Service) platform for retailers that provides a suite of intelligent storage solutions. These solutions leverage AI to tackle industry-wide business challenges such as shrinkage, workplace safety, stockout, and lack of customer behavior visibility. Need for digital strategies According to Gartner, 'Strategies for a digitally enabled and profitable physical store are foundational to the future of retail.' ...

Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses unveiled an intelligent voice-down system designed to automatically detect and discourage loitering and other suspicious activity in the perimeter of a store or restaurant. By utilising modern AI-based cameras combined with customisable audio messages, auxiliary lighting, and sirens, the new voice-down system detects people and vehicles loitering or a...

RISCO’s new integrated security alarm and smart automation solution is offering professional and accredited commercial and residential installers the opportunity to cost-effectively access the expanding smart automation market. The sector is estimated to increase by around 20% between 2021 and 2028 with an increasing number of end users seeking integrated solutions that combine convenience and energy-efficiency with an enhanced level of security. RisControl Controller The RisControl Co...

In the current fast-paced and security-conscious world, the importance of effective access control cannot be overstated. Organisations across various industries recognise the need to protect their premises, assets, and sensitive information from unauthorised access.  Advanced access control  While traditional lock and key systems have been the norm for a long time, they often fall short of meeting the evolving security challenges of the modern age. To address these limitations, a...

Cylera, a pioneer in healthcare IoT cybersecurity and intelligence solutions, has partnered with Oman’s first and largest integrated telecommunications services provider, Omantel. Omantel plays a significant role in the development and digital transformation of Oman. It contributes to the country's economic growth by facilitating communication, connectivity, and digital services for businesses, individuals, retail, and government entities. Omantel's services are crucial for Oman's socia...

Hanwha Vision is launching SolidEDGE, the first true serverless camera system with onboard Solid State Drive (SSD) storage and an embedded WAVE VMS server. SolidEDGE camera This unique cloud-managed solution addresses the need for efficient, scalable, and cost-effective surveillance solutions for security operations requiring multi-camera recording, remote access, and on-premise security system management. The SolidEDGE camera is available in two models, the PNV-A6081R-E1T (1TB onboard s...

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, is proud to announce the integration of their Trove™ access and power solutions with the Inner Range Integriti line of access control. Available with or without pre-configured power distribution, the Altronix Trove™ Series allows systems integrators to easily combine Altronix power with Inner Range Integriti controllers and accessories.  Streamlining design and inst...

Since its establishment in February 2000, Y3K has been at the forefront of technological advancements in the CCTV and Telematics markets in both the UK and the USA. This journey reached a pinnacle in 2021 with the sale of its former Video Telematics division to Sensata Technologies Plc for $200 million. Following this significant milestone, Y3K's founder, Paul Singh, returned to the UK from the USA in 2022 to lead the company once again. New website Under Paul Singh's guidance, the Surrey an...

ExtraHop, a pioneer in cloud-native network detection and response NDR, announces support for Amazon Security Lake from Amazon Web Services (AWS). The offering will allow customers to share network insights from Reveal(x) 360™, the ExtraHop NDR platform, on AWS from cloud, on-premises, and custom sources into a purpose-built data lake stored in their account. Faster threat detection According to an ExtraHop report, 67% of IT and cybersecurity professionals experience friction in the c...

COMPUTEX 2023, one of the top three global information and communication exhibitions, will run from May 30 to June 2 and as a pioneer in smart solutions, BenQ Group, utilising its ‘Smart+/Smart Plus’ concept will showcase seven smart fields in collaboration with 22 group companies spanning vertical markets including enterprise, catering and retail, manufacturing, network communication, education, transportation, and more. BenQ Group’s Chairman Peter Chen says, “BenQ Grou...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has successfully completed the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) reaccreditation process for its standards development programme. ANSI, the nonprofit standards body accreditation organisation that oversees the development of voluntary consensus standards for products, processes, systems, and personnel in the United States requires all ANSI-accredited standards developers to complete a full audit of all documentation and procedures to ensure com...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has secured approval from the U.S. Department of Labor for its national programme standards establishing a new apprenticeship initiative for security technicians and installers. This 12-month programme, created to help address the security industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline, and foster career development opportunities within the industry, is designed to develop basic networking, IT, and cybersecurity c...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announces the DM286 Infrared Guided Measurement (IGM™) Multimeter, and two new clamp meters, the CM57-2 and the CM85-2. The reimagined multimeter and clamp meters replace the predecessor DM285, CM57, and CM85, respectively, providing technicians with upgraded tools to perform safe and accurate electrical inspections and to identify hazards before contact is made. Multispectral dynamic imaging “The FLIR DM285 IGM multimete...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned provider of cutting-edge security and telecom solutions is excited to announce the release of its latest breakthrough innovation: NVR XS, a range of compact network video recorders specifically engineered to cater to the unique needs of small businesses. This exceptional NVR series, including the NVR0401X, NVR0801X, and NVR1601X variants offers unparalleled performance and robust storage technology.  Small businesses have been looking for a surveillance solution t...