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Eight-in-10 organisations across UK's critical national infrastructure (CNI) say that environmental challenges are hindering their efforts to safeguard critical systems and data, according to new research by cyber security services firm, Bridewell. Twin threats The research, which surveyed 500 cyber security decision-makers in the transport and aviation, finance, utilities, government, and communications sectors, reveals how the twin threats of climate change and cyber security are becoming in...

As if security teams weren’t sweating enough, a wave of new cyber risks is emerging as workers take off for their summer holidays.   With more people working outside the office, personal devices and public Wi-Fi will be used to access sensitive corporate data. Hackuity get it it can be tough to resist jumping on that free Starbucks Wi-Fi after a second shot of espresso. Users are not the only ones. Unsecured actions Employees almost universally take security shortcuts, and Gartner...

Videx, the door entry and access control manufacturer, has introduced a new cloud platform to help people manage the Videx range of GSM systems more easily. Browser-based application The browser-based application, available at cloud.videxservices.uk, is a secure, convenient, and simple way to remotely manage GSM technology-based systems and products from Videx. It can be accessed from any web browser with an internet connection, offering an instant gateway to a user’s portfolio of GSM s...

Absolute Software the only provider of self-healing, intelligent security solutions announced that Forrester, an industry pioneer analyst firm, has recognised Absolute in its recent report, The Zero Trust Platforms Landscape, Q2 2023. Use of zero trust platform The publication advises readers on what Zero Trust platforms are, the business value they deliver, and the dynamics and vendors driving the market. The report also highlights how organisations can discover how to 'use Zero Trust platfo...

Ripjar, the trusted provider for identifying and tackling criminal and malicious activity, has announced the launch of Labyrinth for Threat Investigations (LTI). As a new solution on the Labyrinth platform, LTI is an investigation capability that allows a single view of risk across multiple threat vectors, including cyber security. An open solution Medium and large enterprises can use LTI to consolidate a single view of risk, enabling the monitoring of multiple threats in one solution. From...

Innovation and solar experts - Solar Gates UK launched two new products at the LCRIG Innovation Festival 2023.  Green energy-operated products The two innovative temporary traffic control solutions; INSTABOOM Go and INSTABOOM Flagger are both designed for one-person instant deployment, dramatically improving worker safety and helping the UK-wide labour shortage.   Both products are manufactured with the lowest carbon footprint, are green energy operated and one has even be...

All eyes are turning to Secutech Vietnam as high-level government officials attend the opening ceremony to kick off the show. In a tribute to the ongoing synergies between the public and private sectors, the fair is also commemorating the 61st Anniversary of the Traditional Day of the People’s Police Force, connecting exhibitors with government representatives from the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam and the Fire and Rescue Police Department. Security and fire safety solution...

Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. No-touch switch features This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, and a red/green...

LiveAction, a pioneer in network performance visibility, announced its expanded partnership with NEOX NETWORKS, a German manufacturer of network visibility products and IT solutions provider specialising in network monitoring, forensics, and security. With a focus on the Global markets, NEOX NETWORKS will deliver LiveAction’s full packet capture software. The offering is sold globally to Telcos/Service Providers and Enterprise customers. Deutsche Telekom One of the joint customers is De...

“Ask any security vendor how cybersecure their solutions are, and you’ll most likely be told ‘it’s great’, but how can we objectively measure the relative cyber-worthiness of a network device? Just ask the experts,” says Will Knehr, Senior Manager of Information Assurance and Data Privacy at i-PRO Americas, Inc. Cyber-resilient network security With the ever-increasing rise in cybercrime, i-PRO Americas Inc., a global pioneer in professional security solutio...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has announced that AI-based object detection and classification is becoming available in its entry-level Q series, making AI more affordable than it’s ever been. AI cameras bring the benefits of deep learning AI to a multitude of applications including retail, small commercial premises, residential, and hotels.  Q series AI cameras What’s more, several models within this new Q series AI camera range come with 4K resolution,...

Across the globe, the decarbonisation of the planet has become a focal point for construction. Between legislative requirements and market demand, industry pioneers remain under constant pressure to reach environmental targets, and upon exploring some of the more distinct routes, it’s important to consider what more can be done with construction materials.  Environmentally conscious products Research has shown that approximately 55% of extracted raw materials are used to develop th...

Milestone Systems is offering a new grant programme to help education, healthcare, and non-profit organisations in the United States secure grants for purchasing security software and systems that they likely otherwise would not be able to afford. In addition, the programme supports end customers throughout the entire grant process from application to funding to management assisting with a potentially overwhelming experience. Availability, eligibility, and funding Note that availability, el...

Whether it’s a chaotic or an average day, first shift or third, hospitals are committed to keeping people safe 365 days a year. But their commitment goes beyond just treating patients. Hospitals need to keep their staff, patients, and visitors safe. XProtect® When hospitals protect people, they also protect themselves from legal and compliance issues that could arise from accidents, illness, or criminal activity in or around their facilities. Along with a detailed security plan, Mi...

Neurotechnology, a provider of high-precision biometric identification technologies, announced the company’s latest fingerprint recognition algorithm established the best template matcher result of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Minutiae Interoperability Exchange (MINEX) III evaluation. With this new accomplishment, the company is pioneering in both the fingerprint recognition template-generator and template-matcher categories, securing the overall top vendor p...

Checkmarx, the global pioneer in application security solutions, announced its CheckAI Plugin for ChatGPT, the industry’s first plugin to detect and prevent potential attacks against ChatGPT-generated code. The plugin enables developers and security teams to protect against attacks caused by malicious open-source packages and dependencies while working within the ChatGPT interface. GenAI-generated code “Nothing more perfectly represents the decision-making tension faced by CISOs t...

The Head of the Financial Conduct Authority has said that artificial intelligence could disrupt the financial services sector in “ways and at a scale not seen before”, warning that the regulator would be forced to take action against AI-based fraud. Nikhil Rathi, the Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), said that there are risks of 'cyber fraud, cyber-attacks, and identity fraud increasing in scale and sophistication and effectiveness' as artificial intelligence...

International Security Expo returns to London, United Kingdom (UK), on 26-27 September 2023, backed by more Government agencies and industry partners than ever before and showcasing the widest range of solutions designed to improve the security and resilience of businesses, people, and critical infrastructures. International Security Expo (ISE) In the face of ever-changing threats to global security, International Security Expo (ISE) will welcome a high-quality vetted audience o...

Athena Security, a worldwide Entryway Security and Concealed Weapons Detection System Software provider, has announced the launch of a new podcast titled “Security Heroes.” The new semi-monthly podcast sheds light on the positive aspects of keeping people safe, while recognising these true heroes of society and exploring the challenges they face and the industry as a whole.  Voice for extraordinary people “There’s content out there about heroes generally, and now...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a globally renowned firm in gunshot detection solutions, has recently joined forces with the ZeroNow alliance, a coalition dedicated to combating school violence and ensuring a safe environment for students and staff. The SDS team of experts, who previously worked on one of the earliest and most successful gunshot detection systems utilised by the military since the early 1990s, is channeling their skills and knowledge toward addressing...

Large companies are typically using over 1100 SaaS applications to run their operations and the number of companies adopting this trend is rapidly growing by 20% every year but this presents several risks. Helping them manage their SaaS estates and mitigate risks, SaaS operations(SaaSOps) platform Zluri is announcing a $20M funding round. The Series B funding round was led by Lightspeed, with participation from existing investors including MassMutual Ventures, Endiya Partners, and Kalaari Capit...

Barrier1 Systems, a pioneer in anti-ram vehicle barrier solutions, is redefining safety and security standards for gas stations and c-stores with crash-rated security bollards that prevent vehicle ramming accidents. These innovative security solutions are proven to protect customers from bodily harm while also shielding business owners from the costly liabilities associated with storefront crashes. Vehicle barrier systems “Barrier1 Systems’ vehicle barrier systems create a safer e...

Bosch Video Analytics helps security professionals to address a variety of challenges and delivers value beyond security. It offers a menu of Video Analytics that deliver highly-accurate data, are easy to use, future-proof, and integrate seamlessly with various video management systems. With Intelligent Video Analytics Pro (IVA Pro), Bosch brings new application-specific AI to video security cameras. AUTODOME 7100i (IR) cameras The new AUTODOME 7100i (IR) cameras offer reliable, precise class...

AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal CompanyⓇ, has hired Pascal De Zitter as the new Vice President of Security & Information Management Solutions (SIMS). This is a newly created role designed to develop, implement and lead a new, soon-to-be-established solutions delivery team.  Customer value In this pivotal role, the VP of SIMS will generate new opportunities for both Symmetry CONNECT Identity Management and Symmetry Control Room solutions.  This strategic step is in line wi...

Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company announced Sean Sullivan as Director of Alliances (Service Providers) for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In this specially created role, Sullivan will be responsible for developing Rubrik’s partnership capabilities, specifically supporting major telecoms and internet service providers with the security services they need to help customers ensure cyber resilience. Building international connections Sullivan comes to Rubrik with ove...

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and The SANS Institute have announced details of the fourth edition of CyberThreat, a technical and interactive Summit which will be hosted in-person at the Novotel London West, Hammersmith, London, and available virtually on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st November 2023.  CyberThreat 2023 One of the largest cyber security conferences in the UK, CyberThreat 2023 will bring together the global cybersecurity community for exclusive keynotes and ta...

Teledyne FLIR announced it has won a development contract worth up to $15.7 million with the U.S. Defence Threat Reduction Agency’s Joint Science and Technology Office (DTRA JSTO) to develop novel battlefield threat mapping and visualisation tools. The technology will allow the capability to digitally map hazardous material threats from sensor data and to ‘see’ their exact location via mixed reality on mobile phones, tablets, and Heads-Up Displays (HUDs). Augmented reality (A...

Joseph Carson from Delinea has commented on the ransomware threat to the sector and the need for this first cyber threat landscape analysis to aid the health sector in becoming cyber resilient. Impact of infected computers Joseph Carson, Chief Security Scientist & Advisory CISO at Delinea, "If you are in the healthcare industry, you are typically at a higher risk from pathogen viruses such as COVID-19 or Influenza, but in the past few years, digital viruses have become the new top threat."...

viisights, Inc., a global pioneer in behavioural recognition video analytics, proudly announces the release of Wise 3.0, ushering in the next generation of advanced proactive and preemptive analytics for professional security, safety, and business intelligence applications. Wise 3.0 Wise 3.0 provides significant improvements in processing throughput and speed impacting overall performance, specifically in high recall and low false positive rates. The new release also provides higher levels of...

IDIS, the largest manufacturer of trusted South Korean-made video tech, is very proud to announce that it has been recognised with four Secure Campus 2023 Awards. The awards recognise campus security solutions based on judging criteria that span: Features, Innovation, User Friendliness, Interoperability, Quality, Design, Market Opportunity and Impact in the Security Industry, Technical Advances, and Scalability. Awards IDIS 5P Edge AI Cameras won a Platinum award for Artificial Intellige...