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When ZMS in Germany needed a digital upgrade, they turned to ASSA ABLOY and implemented their eCLIQ solution to great effect. “In 1979, nine districts and five cities in Bavaria, Germany founded a joint association for the disposal of residual waste. They targeted future-oriented, environmentally friendly and economical fulfilment of local statutory obligations. “Now with […]

Recently, the Safeture Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place and covered a number of important topics for the security specialists. Adoption of profit and loss account and balance sheet and discharge from liability The AGM resolved to adopt the profit and loss account and the balance sheet for the financial year 2024. The members of

Genetec has unveiled the AutoVu ALPR Analysis Reports plugin, an advanced investigation tool that expands ALPR-based forensic search capabilities within Genetec Security Center. The new plugin empowers law enforcement officers and investigators to quickly narrow down a pool of suspects using vehicle behaviour patterns—specifically driving speed and travel cohorts. By eliminating manual data sorting and enabling

Senior police leaders from eleven South American countries met in Brasilia for the fourth INTERPOL Chiefs of Police meeting. The meeting was put in place to address the growing threat posed by transnational organised crime groups and allowed the officials to share insights into their respective efforts against organised crime and contribute to a regional

Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the Association of Security Consultants (ASC) and the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) recently came together at ASC’s Spring Seminar to discuss how their strategic partnership will benefit not only their members, but the wider industry. ASC Chair, Gary Thomas, and Director, Simon Crane, were joined

Keeper Security has announced that security industry veteran Shane Barney has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Barney joins Keeper from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), where he served as the agency’s CISO for six years. As a leader in AI security, Shane holds a relevant and high-demand skill set to support

When the Oklahoma city Norman needed a new Traffic Management Center, there’s a reason they turned to RGB Spectrum – as they explain here. “When the City of Norman, Oklahoma set out to develop its new Traffic Management Center (TMC), they didn’t just want an upgrade—they envisioned a smarter, more streamlined environment for real-time traffic

Honeywell has released its AI in the Energy Industry pulse survey, which reveals the majority of participating U.S. energy executives believe artificial intelligence (AI) has the near-term potential to improve and enhance energy security. According to the April 2025 BloombergNEF New Energy Outlook report, overall global energy demand is expected to increase 32% by 2050,

Immix has announced that announce that PurifAI, from PureTech Systems, is now fully integrated with the Immix GF/CS platform. Immix states that the integration of PurifAI creates ‘a seamless and efficient workflow between AI-driven video analytics and event response management.’ It also allows central stations to receive intelligent, actionable alarm data. Enriched with visual evidence PurifAI helps to

Inner Range has announced a two-way integration with Rhombus, offering end users a unified security experience that’s designed to simplifies operations and enhance security. With so many systems comprising the security ecosystem for any one business, managing them effectively is a challenge – hence the integration.  Inception, Inner Range’s access control and integrated security system,

Salt Security has announced its expanded partnership and new integration with Wiz. The integration between Salt Security and Wiz enables organisations to detect, comprehend and respond to both API security posture gaps and critical risks directly within their cloud security infrastructure. The complexity and size of modern cloud deployments, which often leverage API gateways, pose distinct

RGB Spectrum has announced a collaboration with Gemstar Manufacturing to deliver the IPX Flyaway Kit—a mobile command centre designed for mission-critical deployments. Built for rapid deployment in military, defence, and tactical environments, the IPX Flyaway Kit combines RGB Spectrum’s IPX video processing system with Gemstar’s SENTINEL ruggedised hard case to ensure high performance in the harshest operational conditions. Together, the two

KnowBe4 has launched its “Phishing by Industry Benchmarking Report 2025,” which measures an organisation’s Phish-prone Percentage (PPP) — the percentage of employees likely to fall for social engineering or phishing attacks, indicating the organisation’s overall susceptibility to phishing threats. This year’s report found a baseline PPP of 32.9% in the UK&I, which is in line with

Safeture AB has signed a two-year partnership agreement with Amadeus, with Cytric, travel booking platform, as one of their products. This strategic collaboration will integrate Safeture into the Amadeus Cytric Connect App Center, thereby expanding its reach to Amadeus’ global customer base, which includes corporations, travel agencies, and other travel-related businesses.  As part of the

barox Kommunikation AG has released its KN-LGIPR38-28AD, 24-port, 10Gb Managed Industrial Ethernet PoE+ switch. In addition to employing the usual extensive barox cyber security features, the new KN-LGIPR38-28AD includes 90~264VAC and 57VDC power inputs, enabling up to 720W PoE capability, and power redundancy with either two DC, or one DC and one AC power supplies.

The FLIR Nexus is a transformative security solution, but what exactly is it and why does it matter? Here, the company explains what’s what “Situational awareness involves understanding a given circumstance, collecting relevant information, analysing it, and making informed decisions to address any potential risks. “When applying this to perimeter security, it is common practice

Genetec has announced the integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner, its vehicle-centric investigation system (VCIS), with the SaferWatch real-time alerting and reporting platform. Initially developed for the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement, the integration brings together Cloudrunner’s vehicle search capabilities and SaferWatch’s live communication tools into a single platform, enhancing how public safety agencies and communities coordinate

Genetec has announced it has been assessed to align with the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s (ACSC) Essential Eight threat mitigation requirements, as verified by CyberCX. Developed in partnership with the Australian Government, the ACSC’s Essential Eight framework outlines a comprehensive set of cybersecurity controls designed to mitigate major cyber threats and address vulnerabilities across IT

HID has announced the launch of HID Integration Service, a platform that integrates physical security, cybersecurity and digital identity management. This integration platform-as-a-service (IPaaS) was designed to empower application developers, solution integrators and software vendors to seamlessly and rapidly integrate essential physical security solutions, streamlining processes and enhancing system interoperability. By doing so, the platform aims

Keeper Security has announced a multi-year renewal of its partnership with Atlassian Williams Racing. “We’re thrilled to continue our synergistic partnership with Atlassian Williams Racing as part of our strategy in forging long-term relationships with industry-leading innovators,” said Darren Guccione, CEO and Co-Founder, Keeper Security. “Like Formula 1 racing, cybersecurity focuses on strengthening essential details

Immix has announced a new Visual Camera Health (VCH) solution for the Immix Central Station and Guard Force platforms. This solution enables central stations, monitoring centres, and security operations centres (SOCs) to leverage AI to monitor the visual health of cameras and be alerted to any issues or anomalies. Bridging the Gap Between Native System and Monitoring

STid has announced that both the STid Mobile ID app and the STid Mobile ID Portal have been completely redesigned STid Mobile ID App: Setting a New Standard in Digital Secure Identification STid states that this is to offer a unified, intuitive and highly secure experience, but it claims that Mobile ID has always been

barox has announced that it has struck up a partnership with 802 Networks, which will see the company become barox’s new sales partner for the Benelux region. 802 Networks is a value-added distributor with a team of experts specialising in networks and IP cameras, who have over 20 years of experience as a company. barox

KnowBe4 has released its Q1 2025 Phishing Report, which reveals the most deceptive email subjects users click in phishing simulations, indicating HR and IT-related emails account for over 60% of top-clicked phishing emails. All data for this report was taken from the KnowBe4 HRM+ platform between January 1, 2025, and March 31, 2025. KnowBe4’s Q1 2025

IDEMIA and the Technology Control Company (TCC) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This MoU will expand their strategic partnership to drive innovation in the travel and transport industry, digital identity, biometrics, and smart city solutions in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. In addition, the MoU will strengthen the

Salt Security has announced API integrations with the CrowdStrike Falcon platform to enhance and accelerate API discovery, posture governance and threat protection. Addressing a critical cause of breach incidents, Salt Security and CrowdStrike have developed a Foundry application, enabling rapid and efficient API discovery within minutes. Salt Security is also natively integrated with CrowdStrike Falcon Next-Gen SIEM, delivering real-time threat

Genetec has announced that it has been selected by the City of Brampton in Ontario to support a new public safety initiative. Genetec solutions will be used to help Brampton provide regional law enforcement agencies with critical data to expedite crime investigations and improve community safety. As the first project of its kind in Canada,

Keeper Security has announced it has surpassed four million paid users globally, further establishing its position in the market. The milestone follows five years of strong enterprise revenue growth, with Keeper achieving a 77% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) across all GTM segments. This sustained expansion reflects the increasing demand

According to new research from Bridewell, a staggering 95% of UK Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisations experienced a data breach in the past year. The report, entitled Cyber Security in Critical National Infrastructure: 2025, also revealed that over half (54%) reported financial losses exceeding £100,000 per breach, with cyber security upgrades, systems recovery and increased

i-PRO Americas has announced the launch of VideoInsight version 8.0, the latest release of its powerful video management system (VMS). Designed to meet the evolving security needs of school administrators, IT directors and security teams, VideoInsight 8.0 simplifies campus safety with an intuitive, cost-effective platform that delivers seamless integration, advanced AI tools and unmatched reliability.

barox has announced a partnership with Custom Intelligent Security, which includes providing the core network backbone for the integrated Genetec solution installed at Custom HQ ‘Experience Centre’ in Hertford. Custom Intelligent Security specialises in risk analysis, system design, installation, and maintenance of unified high-security solutions. Their extensive portfolio includes Government, commercial, and enterprise-level clients who

TDSi has announced the launch of GARDiS Software Version 3, which is viewed as a substantial software update, providing a raft of new features and functionality. In addition, the company states that it provides several new integrations with popular security platforms from leading providers, all designed to meet the latest and most prominent needs of security

Keeper Security has unveiled its latest improvements to the Keeper WearOS app for Android that accompanies their flagship password management solution. The upscaled app enhances security and ease for smartwatch users. The update aligns with Google’s latest Android guidelines, providing a more intuitive and streamlined experience for Android WearOS users. The Keeper WearOS app for Android, formerly

Morse Watchmans will highlight its lineup of innovative key management solutions at booth 15109 at ISC West 2025. The company will feature its trusted Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit designed to enhance security and streamline crisis response across multiple sectors including schools, hospitals, airports, public venues, government buildings, data centers, and other critical environments. Morse Watchmans is

Eagle Eye Networks has launched Eagle Eye Sensors to detect and automatically alert when vaping, air quality changes, temperature shifts, water presence and other environmental events occur. These sensors are designed to empower schools and businesses to take immediate action to ensure building safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and healthy work and learning environments.  Integrated into

Pyronix has introduced Guard Response – a brand-new service that offers 24/7, 365-day-a-year security guard coverage for property owners. In addition, the company states that the on-demand service not only provides enhanced security but also positions installers for strategic advantage and increased revenues. “In an ever-competitive security landscape, exceeding customer expectations is key to staying

Secure Logiq has been selected as a finalist in the 2025 Security & Safety Entrepreneur Awards (SSEAs), competing for the Market Disruptor of the Year title. Celebrating outstanding achievements within the industry, the SSEAs recognise entrepreneurs and businesses that drive technological advancements and set new benchmarks for security and safety solutions. Open to both start-ups

Keeper Security has announced they will be a Silver Sponsor of the Gartner Identity and Access Management Summit 2025 in London. The company will highlight KeeperPAM, its modern PAM platform designed to simplify and secure access in today’s complex IT environments. A Modern Approach to Privileged Access Security  The company states that KeeperPAM is a fully cloud-native solution

Last month, Datapath showed the full spectrum of its portfolio at ISE Barcelona, with a fully equipped control room, a demo area for creative signage, the latest VSN Processors and an illuminated display area for their wide range of capture and graphics cards.  Hosted at Barcelona’s Fira exhibition complex for the fourth successive year, the

Keeper Security has announced its achievement of FIPS 140-3 validation of its cryptographic module. This milestone advances Keeper’s mission to not only meet, but exceed the latest federal security standards for securing sensitive government data. FIPS 140-3 builds upon its predecessor, FIPS 140-2, with several key improvements, including: These enhancements bolster defences against sophisticated cyber threats, providing

barox Kommunikation has elevated its collaboration with Genetec by featuring its DAP-approved solutions at the Genetec Experience Center in central London. This achievement follows the successful launch of the barox Genetec DMS plug-in, a transformative solution that enhances flexibility, extends user control, and significantly reduces security network management costs. Visitors to the Genetec Experience Center

IDEMIA Public Security has achieved #1 rankings on all fingerprint related benchmarks, including the Evaluation of Latent Fingerprint Technologies (ELFT), in the latest National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) results. These advancements enable law enforcement agencies, border security and emergency response teams to enhance their operations with greater accuracy and speed. By achieving a

Keeper Security has announced the launch of the updated Keeper Partner Programme – designed to help organisations of all sizes expand their cybersecurity offerings and unlock new revenue opportunities. As businesses increasingly adopt PAM solutions to protect privileged credentials, secrets and remote access, Keeper states that their programme provides comprehensive partner tiers, extensive training and

As Bengaluru, India, prepares for the vibrant Holi festival, Safeture, in collaboration with Riskline, has released a comprehensive risk map to help residents and visitors stay safe while celebrating. The Bengaluru Risk Map highlights potential security and traffic risks across key areas in the city, particularly in light of increased gatherings and festivities during Holi.