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IDEMIA Public Security has announced that it has achieved top results in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)’s Evaluation of Latent Friction Ridge Technology (ELFT), which evaluates the accuracy, speed, and scalability of automated latent fingerprint identification systems. As law enforcement agencies face growing case volumes, expanding biometric databases, and increasing pressure to […]

Video Management Servers (VMS Co.) has joined UK Sport and OpenLight Photonics in sponsoring GB canoeist Peter Linksted on his journey to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. After a hard-fought racing series, Peter has earned his place on the 2026 GB senior team. He will compete alongside Adam Burgess, Paris Olympic silver medalist and

On 28 May 2026, the Safeture Annual General Meeting took place in Lund, with several resolutions being passed through. These were: Adoption of profit and loss account and balance sheet and discharge from liability The Safeture AGM resolved to adopt the profit and loss account and the balance sheet for the financial year 2025. The

i-PRO has announced that its X‑series fisheye cameras with generative AI at the edge has received the 2026 Security Sales & Integration (SSI) Most Valuable Product (MVP) Award in the Video Cameras category. The award recognises innovative technologies that deliver meaningful impact for security integrators and dealers. The X‑series fisheye cameras are i‑PRO’s first cameras

Genetec has announced 40 Leadenhall has deployed Genetec Security Center and Genetec Mission Control to create a seamless modern experience for visitors and tenants.  Located in the capital’s insurance district, 40 Leadenhall is one of the biggest City of London developments ever to receive planning permission. It spans over 900,000 square feet of commercial office,

The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and Honeywell has announced a new collaboration to pursue potential opportunities for the development of advanced cybersecurity programs across the country. The companies announced the collaboration at Make it in the Emirates 2026 and aim to reinforce national efforts to localise cyber resilience capabilities and build a secure, sustainable,

barox has announced the appointment of Andy Acquarulo as Director of Business Development for North America. In his new role, Acquarulo will be responsible for expanding the company’s presence in the Transportation sector, building and strengthening relationships with new manufacturers’ representatives, and working closely with existing VMS and PSIM technology partners to further expand barox’s

Here, Network Optix (Nx) share their expert insight and explore how data-rich video systems are becoming the new business OS. “For most enterprises, video still sits in a single category: security. Cameras protect the building, footage gets reviewed when something goes wrong, and the system is owned by the team responsible for keeping the lights

The Flir Si1‑LD acoustic imaging camera was recently named “Product of the Year 2026” in the Measurement Technology category by Computer & Automation.  Launched in March 2025, the Flir Si1‑LD has quickly become a trusted tool for maintenance teams worldwide. Its advanced acoustic imaging technology enables fast, reliable detection of hidden compressed‑air leaks, helping organisations

The BSIA has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with TINYg (Global Information Network). Both organisations share a common objective to support, inform and advance the UK security industry through collaboration, intelligence-led insight, professional development, and thought leadership. The areas of cooperation are: The MOU was signed by Diane Marchena (Global Head

Wavestore has revealed that Ellie Baldwin, their Business Analyst – Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice, has been awarded a grant by the SIA Women in Security Forum to attend Security LeadHER 2026 in Minneapolis, USA. For Ellie, who is part of the next generation in the security industry, this opportunity represents far more than attending an industry event. It is a chance

When it comes to security, is it actually humans that provide the weakest link? Inner Range explores the topic. “One of the most used phrases in cyber security vernacular is that people are the weakest link in the chain. They are human, they make mistakes, they’re fallible. When it comes to physical security the same

Genetec has announced that World of Volvo, a 22,000 m² brand experience centre in Gothenburg, Sweden, has deployed Genetec Security Center to help protect the venue, its visitors and the vehicles on display. The facility, which is a joint initiative of Volvo Group and Volvo Cars hosts permanent and temporary exhibitions of historical, contemporary, and future Volvo

Organisations of every size and type have already discovered the security and convenience benefits of an ASSA ABLOY CLIQ digital key access management system. Now, new CLIQ Readers and Updaters for indoor and outdoor use make extending the scope and reach of a CLIQ solution even simpler, including to third-party digital access devices. It takes

Brivo has announced that the Brivo Security Platform API is now fully AI-friendly and capable, empowering developers and systems integrators to deploy business and security solutions faster than ever. The Brivo Security Platform API significantly reduces development costs, making custom integration viable for a wide range of use cases and corporate workflows, including those previously

The BSIA are exhibiting at Security TWENTY 26 Glasgow conference and exhibition today (13 May 2026) at the Glasgow Westerwood Hotel Spa and Golf Resort. This event is free to attend and is open to all individuals interested and involved in the security sector, providing an excellent opportunity for industry professionals to connect, share insights

Safeture has announced the release of its updated 2026 Continental Risk Maps, covering six global regions: Africa, Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and Oceania. Developed in collaboration with Riskline, a globally recognised travel risk intelligence provider, the 2026 Continental Risk Maps offer a compelling overview of country-level travel risks worldwide. These maps are an essential

HID has announced the availability of Enterprise Attestation in its FIDO authenticator portfolio of smart cards and keys, a FIDO standards-based capability that enables organisations to enforce only company-issued passkeys at registration, proving authenticator provenance before a credential is ever accepted. By doing so, Enterprise Attestation helps organisations strengthen device trust, gain visibility into authenticator

Secure Logiq has expanded its support coverage across Asia Pacific with the introduction of a dedicated regional technical support team operating on Singapore time. The new team has been put in place to provide more accessible day-to-day support for partners and customers across the region, helping to improve response times and provide assistance during local

IDEMIA Public Security North America has announced the launch of California mobile ID in Samsung Wallet. With this launch, Californians can add their mobile driver’s license or state ID to Samsung Wallet on supported Samsung Galaxy devices1, giving them a simple and secure way to verify their identity directly from their mobile phone. California mobile

Video Management Servers (VMS Co.’s) renewed, purchase or subscription, Managed On Site Servers (MOSS), are classed in the ‘avoided’ emissions category, in the government’s new ICT (Information and Communications Technology) greening strategy. This new category contributes a significantly larger carbon reductions improvement than simply ‘offsetting’. Not only is the government prioritising the reuse of ICT

Companies and establishments around the world are benefitting from the ASSA ABLOY SMARTair wireless access system. Sometimes a digital system cannot cover all the openings an organisation needs. Readers, escutcheons and security locks can equip many doors. But what if they also want to deploy intelligent key-operated locking for alarm boxes, medicine stores, server rooms

Genetec is urging organisations to strengthen credential governance across connected physical security systems, as AI accelerates the scale and sophistication of cyber threats. AI‑driven tools are accelerating credential‑based attacks by increasing their speed, scale, and precision. For organisations managing connected cameras, access control systems, servers, cloud services, weak or poorly governed credentials can expose sensitive

Paxton has officially unveiled Solo, a phone-based, cloud-hosted access control system that turns your phone into both the system and the key. To support the launch, Paxton are giving away 10,000 free Solo starter kits, placing the technology directly into the hands of security installers. “Solo is different. It is the first system that fully

Network Optix (Nx) believes that their AI Manager software adds intelligence to any existing camera systems. “Most camera systems do one thing well: record. Footage gets stored, reviewed when something goes wrong, and then archived. Cameras that watch, but don’t think. “Nx AI Manager was designed to change that. It adds an AI inference layer to

BSIA member AURA UK, a security technology company democratising access to rapid security response, has announced the appointment of Andy Fort as Operations Director. Fort joins AURA at a key stage in its UK growth, as the company continues to scale its on-demand security response network across the country, supporting both residential and commercial customers with faster, more reliable

Storytelling was front and centre at the annual NAB Show, the signature event for the media and entertainment (M&E) industry, which Seagate attended. This year’s conference in Las Vegas also highlighted how data has become a staple in the creative repertoire. Industry backdrop: The media landscape has shifted dramatically from the onetime model dominated by large

HID and Sharry have taken digital wallet-based student IDs into European higher education for the first time, delivering the capability at H-FARM College and enabling students, faculty and staff to access campus spaces using their smartphones or smartwatches. The deployment marks a significant milestone for European higher education, bringing together Sharry’s smart access and workplace

OPTEX has announced that REDSCAN Lite has been shortlisted as a finalist in the “Data Centre Safety & Security Innovation of the Year” category at the DCS Awards. The DCS Awards are now in their 16th year and recognise innovation, performance, and achievement across the global data centre sector. The programme covers a wide range

Brivo has announced that Brivo Genius Mobile Agent won the Security Sales & Integration 2026 Most Valuable Product (MVP) award in the emergency communications category. A first-of-its-kind technology, Brivo Genius Mobile Agent, uses natural language navigation to revolutionise emergency response. Administrators can now execute critical commands, such as “Activate full lockdown,” with simple voice or

Genetec has released public safety-specific findings from its 2026 State of Physical Security Report, based on a survey of physical security end users, channel partners, systems integrators and consultants worldwide. Responses from North American public safety professionals show a strong focus on officer safety, increased situational awareness, and faster response times, as agencies work to

Datapath’s LATAM Regional Sales Manager, Rafael Herrera, recently represented the company at the LG Panama Open House in Panama City, delivering a presentation focused on the evolving needs of mission-critical control room environments. The presentations took place at the LG Panama offices, located in a high-rise tower with stunning views over the city, providing an inspiring backdrop for discussions

360 Vision Technology has been instrumental in the migration of the expansive analogue CCTV network of the New Forest to an economical and future-proofed IP solution – via the use of hybrid cameras and innovative 5G transmission technology. Covering the area’s towns and villages, as well as key parts of the county’s famous rural forest,

Intercede has announced that the latest version of its flagship product, MyID CMS 12.18, now supports an extended range of security keys and authentication devices from IDEMIA Public Security (IPS). This expanded integration marks a significant milestone in the complementary use of FIDO2 and PIV (Personal Identity Verification) authentication protocols. The latest IPS devices are

Seagate will be among thousands of industry leaders that head to Washington, D.C. between April 20-23 to attend Data Center World 2026. The message underlying the keynotes and conference tracks: “The AI revolution has ignited the fastest infrastructure expansion in human history.” How fast is it? Imagine rebuilding the interstate highway system with additional lanes each

Axis Communications cameras and Network Optix’s Nx Witness are fully integrable. This article covers what makes Axis cameras a common choice in professional deployments and why organisations continue to pair the two. “Many organisations searching for an enterprise video management solution look for two things: reliable camera hardware and flexible video management software.  “Axis Communications cameras

Spanish football side UD Almeria have utilised ASSA ABLOY‘s hybrid smart key and mobile solutions to digitalise access at their home stadium. Stadiums require access technologies which are versatile, durable, reliable and easily scalable. Finding a single system which meets all these needs, and simultaneously offers digital devices for the wide range of opening types

In recognition of World Cloud Security Day on April 3, Genetec has highlighted a disconnect between cloud adoption models in physical security and the governance and operational demands of large enterprises. Large organisations need to approach cloud adoption through the lens of governance, risk management, and operational requirements. Most enterprise environments span hundreds of sites,

Honeywell has announced a collaboration with Rhombus to expand its cloud-connected security and access solutions portfolio with new, AI-powered video solutions. This furthers Honeywell’s effort to accelerate and modernise how customers approach building security, which began in 2024 with the acquisition of LenelS2. Together, Honeywell and Rhombus will deliver integrated access control and video management in a

IDEMIA Public Security and Indicio has announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop globally interoperable identity verification. Designed for financial services, banking, decentralised finance (DeFi), and cross-border payments, the platform enables organisations to establish high-assurance verified identity that is portable, privacy-preserving, and instantly verifiable. The solution pairs IDEMIA Public Security (IPS)’s best-in-class biometric identity proofing

29 countries worldwide are classified as “high concern” for women according to Safeture, underlining the ongoing need for more informed, inclusive, and proactive travel safety strategies. Organisations with employees who travel internationally must ensure their travel risk management programs account for the diverse challenges different travelers might encounter.   The newly published 2026 Female Travelers Risk Map by Safeture and

Dallmeier has developed a barox switch-monitoring for its Hemisphere Enterprise VMS open software platform, which underlines the deep technical partnership between the two companies. With the idea being initiated by Dallmeier’s CEO, Thomas Dallmeier, the new development enables the barox range of industrial PoE video switches and media converter products to be integrated and displayed

Genetec has announced Hammersmith & Fulham Council has overhauled its public space CCTV infrastructure by unifying three legacy systems into Genetec Security Center. The deployment, carried out by North, is supporting significant reductions in crime, major operational efficiencies and the opportunity to begin offering monitoring services to neighbouring boroughs. Hammersmith & Fulham faced challenges running three

Safeture has signed one of the largest agreements in the company’s history: a five-year contract for its technology platform, valued at approximately SEK 23 million, with the possibility of an additional extension. The agreement is with a major global health, security, and risk management provider that supports multinational corporations, governments, NGOs, and insurers worldwide. Under

Ajax Systems has been honoured at the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 — one of the most prestigious and globally recognised design competitions. This year, two Ajax products received the renowned iF label, recognised for their outstanding industrial design, functionality and user experience: Founded in Germany in 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD is a globally respected