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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...

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, 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...

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...

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...

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...

Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology for 25 years, is pleased to report the growing adoption of its iris recognition technologies amongst the nation’s top local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Most notably, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) implemented Next Generation Identification (NGI) Iris Service utilising advanced iris technology from Iris ID to allow law enforcement and corrections officials to capture, catalogue, and rapidly compare iris...

SentryBay, the UK-based cybersecurity software company has announced that it has added to its family of Armored Client products with a solution specifically designed to address the client-side security gaps of Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 while harnessing the strengths of Intune. Armored Client for AVD & W365 Users of endpoint devices that connect to any virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) system are at risk of cybersecurity attacks, particularly from keylogging and scr...

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced that the U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center has awarded the company an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract worth up to $43.9 million to service electro-optical sensor systems used for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR). The contract will provide replacement parts and technical support for several lands- and sea-based systems used by the United States Navy and Coast Guard, including t...

Over four-fifths, (93%) of healthcare organisations surveyed have faced an identity-related security breach in the last two years, according to new research from SailPoint, a pioneer in enterprise identity security. And with many organisations in the healthcare industry understaffed, the sector is more vulnerable than ever before to malicious cybercrime.  SailPoint​ unveils the findings of a new research report titled, ‘The State of Identity Security 2023: A Spotlight on Healthcare&r...

IDIS, the manufacturer of trusted South Korean-made video tech, will focus at ISC West on advances in AI that meet the security, business intelligence, and budgetary needs of businesses of all sizes. IDIS Deep Learning Engine Leveraging the in-house-developed IDIS Deep Learning Engine, which is trained on vast datasets to deliver up to 98% accuracy, the innovations IDIS brings to market enhance video technology. They not only improve security, control risks, and cut losses, but also boost pro...

Facility Explorer meets any building management need. Wireless or wired field controllers and devices provide direct closed-loop control over mechanical and HVAC equipment. Supervisory controllers deliver network-wide coordination for single or multiple sites. The result is an integrated, comprehensive control solution. What’s new Johnson Controls is excited to announce a new release of Facility Explorer products designed to help easily identify and solve issues while in the field, as we...

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Hartmut Sprave will leave MOBOTIX AG at his request after five years of service, with his contract expiring on May 31, 2023, to take on new professional challenges. He will be succeeded by Christian Cabirol, who will be responsible for all R&D focus areas and technology partnerships as key elements of the solution-oriented strategy based on "Made in Germany" quality and the highest cyber security. Value-added solutions Christian Cabirol has been working fo...

Accredited and audited by China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS), DNAKE successfully obtained the accreditation certificate of CNAS laboratories (Certificate No.L17542), indicating that DNAKE’s experiment centre conforms to China national laboratory standards and can provide accurate and effective product testing reports as its testing and calibration capacity have reached the international standards of accreditation. CNAS CNAS (China National Accreditation...

Undoubtedly, the coronavirus pandemic revolutionised working life for a large proportion of the workforce worldwide, with millions of workers being instructed to work from home, almost overnight. In many cases, this situation continued for many months and, in some instances, years.  The long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the global workforce have been considered in many ways. One particularly significant change, however, has been the increased use of monitoring technologies to observe and ke...

SALTO Systems North America has elevated two marketing team members to new levels of leadership to help focus on the four pillars of SALTO NA's efforts: building the brand, fostering a culture of learning and impact, getting closer to the customer, and achieving sustainable growth.  Heena Virjee Heena Virjee has been named as Senior Manager-Marketing, North America. She will guide the continued growth and expansion of SALTO's electronic access control hardware and software security produc...

Nice, a global manufacturer of smart home, security, and building automation solutions announces the next generation of SlideDriver from HySecurity: SlideDriver II hydraulic gate operator. Building on the SlideDriver legacy of providing durable and reliable security, the latest iteration utilises its most intelligent technology to date with the new SmartTouch 725 control board. The release of the SlideDriver II and the SmartTouch 725 controller reinforces the HySecurity brand’s commitment...

i-PRO Co. Ltd., a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will add AI Scene Change Detection to its collection of powerful edge-based AI analytics applications. AI-based analytic application Embodying the latest in AI analytics technology, Scene Change Detection is the first AI-based analytic application that provides easy on-site learning of a scene. When anomalies occur within the camera’s field of view, an alert can be sent to security and...

German video technology manufacturer - Dallmeier will be presenting video-based solutions for logistics as a sub-exhibitor at the stand of the Mobility & Logistics cluster (Hall 8, Stand C55) at LogiMAT 2023 from 25 to 27 April 2023. Standardised image quality Due to the tense cost situation, logistics companies are increasingly looking for economical solutions with which they can manage their processes efficiently. The patented "Panomera®" multifocal sensor cameras will therefore be t...

The latest version of Cognitec’s FaceVACS-Entry technology not only takes biometric photos but also allows for their comparison against facial images retrieved from ID documents or databases. The process also includes presentation attack detection to ensure a live person interacts with the device. The slim, lightweight device The slim, lightweight device fits wide-ranging installation scenarios, including eGates, desks, kiosks, free-standing pillars, and border control booths. Instan...

LenelS2, a pioneer in advanced security systems and services, has released its browser-based, access control, and event monitoring system, NetBox™ version 5.6. This new version adds reporting and event management capabilities, enhanced third-party integrations, and a new employee mobile app interface to the platform. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, intelligent building and cold chain solutions. NetBox software v5.6 featu...

With its establishment three decades ago, Matrix has been a growing name across Telecom and Security domains internationally. Matrix covers the entire communication and security needs of organisations ranging in all sizes with its extensive solution range in the domain of Telecom, Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance. Customer-centered technology-driven solutions   Matrix focuses on providing customer-centered technology-driven solutions by providing world-class produc...

B&R offers the X2X+ backplane bus as an option, increasing the performance of the X20 system by a factor of four. And because all existing X20 I/O modules are already compatible with X2X+, all it takes to build more powerful machines are bus modules. Cost-effective standard The advantages of this new bus are particularly apparent in applications that involve many I/O modules or high data volume but where short cycle times are imperative. It is even possible to set up two separate cycle t...

Ava Security, an innovator in end-to-end AI video security announced Joel Brunson has joined the company as CEO of Ava Security’s Federal business. Brunson brings world-class leadership in business growth and proven expertise in the federal government sector. Video and cybersecurity solutions  "We’re on a growth trajectory as organisations around the world realise the need to take a proactive posture to security in both the physical and cyber realms. Joel brings a unique visio...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the member associations for the security industry, have announced a partnership to launch a new event designed to showcase women in security. The event, titled Security LeadHER, will be held at the Hilton Nashville Downtown Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee, and will kick off with a reception on June 12 with conference programming taking place on June 13. This conference will bring together security professionals committed to...

2N, the global market pioneer internet-enabled intercoms, and access control systems, will showcase the new products and services it will be launching in 2023 at the ISE Barcelona exhibition. 2N® IP Verso 2.0 The 2N® IP Verso 2.0, the next generation of 2N’s best-selling modular intercom, has been upgraded to include a full HD wide-angle camera and to read QR codes. QR codes are becoming more and more popular for access control as a result of the rise in e-commerce and the growt...

Southco, Inc., a global pioneer in engineered access solutions, has expanded its line of Cam latches with a new version that is designed with enhanced security and ergonomic operation. Southco’s newest E5 Cam Latch features an L-shaped handle that provides a secure grip and makes it easy to latch, unlatch or open a door with a gloved hand. The ability to add a padlock to the latch offers a simple way to upgrade security. E5 Cam Latch with Padlocking L-Handle Southco’s E5 Cam Latch...

DH2i®, the provider of always-secure and always-on IT infrastructure solutions announced that 2022 marked another year of record product innovation, strategic partnership development, and industry acclaim. Building on an already enviable track record of delivering the most advanced and real-world proven smart high availability (HA) clustering and software-defined perimeter (SDP) solutions for Windows, Linux, and containers, DH2i announced the following in 2022: Product innovation: DH2i...

ONVIF, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the association for global security solution providers, will jointly host “The State of the Standards,” a webinar at 10:00-11:00 am EST (15:00-16:00 UTC) on January 26 to discuss the current and future outlook and market impact of technology standards on the evolving security technology industry. Peter Boriskin, chair of the SIA Standards Committee and c...