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Video Management Servers Co. (VMS Co.) has expanded its VMS and analytics usage in CCTV capabilities thanks to its MOSS solution. MOSS (Managed On Site Servers) from VMS Co. provides high-quality VMS and AI analytics servers for CCTV systems, through an affordable, maintenance subscription. MOSS™ is treated as an operational expenditure (OpEx) instead of capital

iLOQ has installed its battery-free mobile access solution in yet another football stadium, this time in the Kras Stadion – the home ground of Dutch Eredivisie football team FC Volendam. To enhance stadium security and make day-to-day operations more efficient, FC Volendam has deployed iLOQ’s battery-free, smartphone-based digital locking solution across all accessible areas of the

Axis Communications has shared its expert insights into some of the principal influences that will guide decision making in the year ahead in its latest tech trends study. Now in its tenth year, researchers highlight the underlying theme of IT’s increasing involvement in decisions related to security and safety technology. 1. Growing focus on ‘ecosystem-first’

DigiCert has unveiled its 2026 Security Predictions, forecasting how AI, quantum computing and automation will reshape global trust frameworks. The predictions highlight a pivotal shift toward AI integrity, resilience, and quantum readiness as core tenets of intelligent trust. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. 1. AI Integrity

Cloudera has announced that the ‘Era of Convergence’ will be the next phase of AI in 2026. We are in the final stretch of 2025, a year in which changes and innovations in the technology sector have not stopped, marked by the development of increasingly autonomous AI agents. The coming year is not expected to

Almost one billion early-stage cyber attacks and attempts to access scam websites have been blocked by a new National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – a part of GCHQ – cyber service in less than a year, according to new figures from the NCSC and BT.   The Share and Defend service – developed by experts at NCSC –

iLOQ has announced a strategic technology partnership with Nedap , with the two companies joining forces to deliver an advanced and user-friendly access solution. The collaboration focuses on a deep integration between iLOQ’s battery-free digital locking system and Nedap’s AEOS platform. This combined solution provides a powerful approach that supports both energy-efficient, autonomous locking technology and

Trojan Horse Security has announced updates to its ongoing global research initiatives focused on emerging cyber risks, AI-driven analysis and modern penetration-testing methodologies. The firm, headquartered near the White House, supports organisations worldwide by studying threat patterns affecting high-risk sectors and releasing findings intended to inform industry professionals, policymakers, and technical teams. Trojan Horse Security

DigiCert has been selected by Jisc, the UK’s national digital, data and technology agency for education and research, to help secure the future of the UK’s connected learning ecosystem. DigiCert will support the UK education and research community in protecting sensitive data against emerging cyber threats and building the foundations for secure collaboration and innovation.  Through Jisc’s

Senior law enforcement officials and ministers from around the world have come together at INTERPOL’s General Assembly to address current and future organised crime threats. The four-day conference (24 – 27 November), attended by more than 800 delegates from 179 countries, including 82 police chiefs, is INTERPOL’s supreme governing body and sets the global agenda

Signify has selected Verkada to unify and modernise its security operations across 30 manufacturing, distribution and R&D sites spanning seven countries.  By standardising on Verkada’s integrated, cloud-based platform — which combines video security, access control, alarms, and analytics — Signify has halved operational costs, achieved a 30% decrease in security incidents, and reduced investigation times from

Entry is now open through to 17 February 2026 for the Cyber Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs), organised in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Show and the International Cyber Expo. The Cyber OSPAs, based on the international Outstanding Security Performance Awards scheme, recognise and reward companies, teams, individuals, products and initiatives across the cyber security sector. The

DigiCert has announced that it has joined the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform (ADSP) Partner Program as a Select Partner. As part of this program, DigiCert is working with F5 to deliver integrated solutions that enhance security, improve operational efficiency, and simplify multicloud operations for enterprise customers. DigiCert brings automated certificate lifecycle management, centralised visibility, and

A new report from Cloudera, unveiled at EVOLVE25 Dubai, reveals how women leaders across the region are shaping the future of AI while calling for deeper action on equality and representation. Surveying IT leaders across the Middle East, the Women in Leadership in Technology (WLIT) survey highlights a strong sense of optimism about AI’s potential

Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Delta have formalised a global partnership to deliver prefabricated, modular power solutions, designed to accelerate the deployment of data centre infrastructure, while significantly reducing CAPEX. The global partnership will ensure hyperscale and colocation operators the highest performance in power management and reliability as they grapple with the demands of scaling infrastructure

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – a part of GCHQ – is urging online shoppers looking for savings over the festive period to stay alert to potential scams and secure their accounts ahead of the Black Friday sales.  Monday 17 November marks the launch of the nationwide Stop! Think Fraud campaign which provides trusted, practical guidance

CLD Physical Security Systems (CLD) has announced a brand merge with Cova Security Gates, a specialist in hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) and automated access solutions. In 2024, CLD acquired Cova Security Gates as part of its long-term growth strategy to strengthen its position in the high-security sector. This enabled closer collaboration between the two businesses,

The INTERPOL Global Conference on Anti-Corruption and Asset Recovery and the 15th Annual INTERPOL Match Fixing Task Force concluded recently in Abu Dhabi, bringing together over 500 specialists from more than 90 countries. Organised by INTERPOL’s Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre (IFCACC) in partnership with the Government of the United Arab Emirates, the events opened

His Excellency Aleksandar Janev, Director of the Public Security Office in the Republic of North Macedonia, recently visited the Dubai Police’s General HQ. There, he received a warm welcome from His Excellency Major General Harib Al Shamsi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs, and His Excellency Major General Dr. Ahmed Zaal bin Al Muhairi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief

SentinelOne has announced a series of new innovative designations and integrations with Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to bring the full benefits of its AI security to AWS customers today. From securing GenAI usage in the workplace, to protecting AI infrastructure, to leveraging agentic AI and automation to speed investigations and incident response, SentinelOne is empowering

Milestone Systems is set to make a bold statement at Milestone XPerience Days (MXD) Saudi Arabia 2025, unveiling its latest innovations and reinforcing its commitment to accelerating the Kingdom’s digital transformation. Fresh off a successful showcase at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025, where Milestone presented live demonstrations across airport surveillance, retail analytics, and city infrastructure monitoring,

HKC Security recently brought together professional security installers from across the UK for a day of innovation and adrenaline at Mercedes-Benz World, where the company officially unveiled its latest development in alarm technology, the SecureHub alarm panel. Under the theme ‘power plus speed equals performance’, the event reflected the reliability and performance that have become

Abloy UK has launched a new door compliance webinar via its Academy to educate security consultants, installers, facilities managers, specifiers and anyone with responsibility for fire safety or access control within buildings on correct door specification and installation. The session has been designed to help attendees to understand compliance by exploring key topics such as

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, has launched the Cyber Action Toolkit: a single destination for sole traders, micro businesses and small organisations to start building their cyber defences. Recent figures show that 42% of small businesses reported cyber breaches in 2024, while 35% of micro businesses faced phishing attacks. Despite

Mastercard has joined the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity’s (ENISA) Cybersecurity Partnership Programme (CPP), marking a new step in public–private collaboration to boost Europe’s digital security. The cooperation will focus on sharing cybersecurity threats and situational awareness, with the ultimate objective of enhancing the EU’s collective resilience. The partnership will be managed from Mastercard’s European Cyber Resilience Centre

Abloy UK has officially launched its new Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to build stronger, more collaborative relationships with its valued partners across the security industry. The program provides access to world-leading locking and access control solutions alongside tailored training, dedicated commercial support, and exclusive opportunities for growth, creating long-term value for both businesses

Security expert Abloy UK is calling for greater awareness of compliant access control solutions amongst Health and Safety Managers. They are doing this to ensure workers across critical infrastructure, commercial facilities and high-risk environments are protected and secure. Many businesses are putting themselves at risk of financial loss and reputational damage due to lack of

Dubai Police has launched a new professional programme titled “Resilience and Crisis Management”, designed to prepare and qualify national talents capable of efficiently managing crises and diverse risks while enhancing institutional readiness in accordance with local and international standards. The programme, classified as a Level 4 professional qualification, has been developed under the QFEmirates framework

iLOQ has signed a five-year blanket purchase order contract with CERN for the supply of a battery-free and wireless digital access management solution.  The system will enable secure, traceable, and energy-efficient access management across CERN’s sites and technical areas. With kinetic energy generated by the insertion of iLOQ’s digital key, the solution requires no batteries

HKC has launched SecureHub, its most advanced alarm panel to date, marking a new chapter in the brand’s evolution. Combining innovative technology with a renewed focus on installer support and partnership, HKC is redefining what it means to be a future-thinking security brand. Spearheading the new range is SecureHub, a sleek, all-in-one alarm panel designed

The Kuwaiti First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Youssef Saud Al-Sabah, met with INTERPOL President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi and INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza at the Organisation’s headquarters in Lyon. The visit showcased the strength of police cooperation between INTERPOL and authorities of the State of Kuwait and His

CybaVerse has successfully closed its Series A funding round, securing £5 million in investment. The round was co-led by Pembroke VCT and Airbridge Equity Partners, with participation from Haatch. CybaVerse raised funds with legal support from boutique firm, Culbert Ellis. Founded in 2018, CybaVerse has grown from a boutique consultancy into an established UK cyber

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has handled an average of four ‘nationally significant’ cyber attacks every week in the year to September. In its latest Annual Review, the UK’s cyber agency, a part of GCHQ, has revealed that the cyber threats facing the UK continue to escalate. The NCSC dealt with 204 ‘nationally significant’ cyber

Verkada has announced a strategic partnership with Simac, adding Verkada’s integrated platform to Simac’s technology portfolio. “Simac’s local expertise and long-standing customer relationships make them a strong partner as we continue to grow across Europe,” said Ben Watkin, Director of Channel Sales, EMEA at Verkada. “Our EMEA customer base has grown nearly 50% year-over-year — a

Armis and Fortinet have announced an expanded partnership that enables global organisations to simplify security programs and strengthen cyber resilience. Armis provides deep context into what assets are connected to the network and why they are at risk, strengthening Fortinet’s ability to recommend how to secure at-risk assets and enforce policies. Together, Armis and Fortinet provide

Zimperium has released new research from its zLabs team revealing alarming weaknesses in mobile Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. While VPNs are marketed as essential privacy tools, Zimperium’s analysis of 800 free Android and iOS apps shows that many actually put users, and the enterprises they work for at greater risk. Among the findings: “These

Wavelynx has announced the launch of its APEX Reader, a new RFID solution designed to modernise how organisations manage physical access. Built to deliver what the company calls “The APEX Effect”—a philosophy focused on providing enterprises with transformative access control solutions that evolve with their needs, adapt to their environment, and protect what matters most

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – a part of GCHQ – has issued further advice to help network defenders mitigate malicious targeting of certain Cisco devices. In a significant update on a previous malicious campaign exposed last year, Cisco has said the same threat actor has exploited new vulnerabilities in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) 5500-X Series devices

Products in iLOQ’s new Ex-certified battery-free and keyless smart-locking product line have received certification ensuring they are safe to use in environments that contain hazardous gases and dust. The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is an international standards organisation that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. IECEx and ATEX are systems for certification to standards relating to