Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a new briefing for yesterday, PM (April 14) noting how the regional picture remains uneven. Across Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the Gulf military environment was quieter overnight, with no verified new missile or drone attacks reported during the window. By contrast, the Strait […]
Netherlands-based security distributor, Explicate, and several of its partners, are welcoming visitors to their booth in Hall 7. stand E.09 at the FireSafety & Security Event 2026, taking place today and tomorrow, April 15-16, at Brabanthallen in Den Bosch, where Gamanet, Sieza, Carrida Technologies, and ACTAtek Group, are showcasing several of their innovations. For Gamanet,
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Video Management Servers Ltd (VMS Co.), the specialist provider of optimized video management and analytics server solutions, will deliver its MOSS servers within 10 working days, complete with a 7-year warranty. Each MOSS server is built using high-performance, renewed Dell hardware. Its 7-year warranty is field-engineer-driven, with next-business-day support and parts, and includes access to
It has been reported that Anthropic has launched Project Glasswing, an initiative where AI is used to identify and remediate undiscovered vulnerabilities in critical software. Here, experts at Talion, Closed Door Security and CybaVerse respond to the news. Liam Salsi, Director of Architecture at Talion, commented: “Projects like Glasswing highlight just how far large language models
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Hirsch UK and TDSi by Hirsch are exhibiting at The Security Event 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 28th–30th April. Exhibiting on Stand 5/G60, Hirsch will showcase its latest innovations in high-security perimeter protection, enterprise-grade access control, and unified video and security management, with TDSi by Hirsch also present, demonstrating its powerful SMB-focused
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According to a new blog by Anekanta, the shift from insight to agency is the defining pivot of 2026, creating new opportunities and new risks for organisations. The piece explores the Good, Bad and the Ugly of Agentic AI, and gives insight into what it means and how it works in practice. This is an
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In its MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending March 10, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness focuses on the announcement by Trump of a two-week ceasefire with Iran, on the second crew member of an F-15 rescued by American forces, Netanyhu’s assertion that the ceasefire will not include Lebanon, and Al-Sharaa saying that Syria
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a MENA briefing this morning, Thursday, April 9, detailing how the conflict has moved from an immediate US-Iran strike crisis into a fragile, highly conditional pause, but the centre of gravity has shifted towards control of transit through Hormuz rather than any clear return to stability. Washington
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With 16 host cities and millions of expected visitors, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest tournament in history. Taking place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, the event will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico for the first time. To assist travelers and organizations in preparation, Safeture, a
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a MENA briefing this morning, Wednesday, April 8, detailing how the conflict has shifted abruptly from an expected US strike window to a fragile two-week pause linked to mediated talks in Islamabad after Trump said planned attacks on Iran would be suspended if Hormuz is reopened
According to a new blog from OpenEye, we are currently living through the largest technological shift of human productivity in history: artificial intelligence (AI). AI isn’t just a new tool; it’s a fundamental change in how knowledge is distributed and, therefore, how work is accomplished. This shift builds upon a history of innovation. It began
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The ABLOY Academy Foundations Course from ABLOY UK is a full-day, free to attend, face-to-face training offering. Suitable for locksmiths, system installers, security managers, lock centres, end-users and architects / specifiers. It covers the majority of standards applicable to door sets, from hinges to door selectors, in simple to understand chunks. Helping you to understand
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The escalation following the start of US‑Israeli coordinated strikes on Iran since 28 February 2026, has intensified geopolitical uncertainty across the Middle East, with clear reverberations in the United Kingdom through heightened protest activity and counter‑terrorism (CT) considerations, says Avi Purewal, in a recent blog for Global Situational Awareness. Operation Epic Fury has triggered waves of retaliation
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has been providing the security community with daily and weekly briefings of the ongoing situation in the Middle East, and these are likely to continue for as long as the conflict does. But what might the end of the war with Iran look like? In this special blog
Flir is ensuring that outdoor professionals and security personnel never lose their tactical advantage due to a low battery. The company has launched a new initiative to provide a complimentary Flir Scout Pro vehicle charger to customers who purchase and register any eligible Scout Pro™ Thermal Monocular. The “Mission Proven” promotion is designed to support
ITS America Conference & Expo, organised in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, taking place from June 9-12, 2026 at Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan, will host close to 200 exhibitors and sponsors showcasing cutting-edge traffic management solutions at its 2026 event. Major technology companies including Cubic Transportation Systems, Miovision, and Beep will demonstrate advanced AI-powered systems designed to solve critical intersection
ASIS Europe 2026 took place in Antwerp from 23–25 March, for the second consecutive year bringing together more than 1,000 security leaders and risk professionals from over 50 countries. The event explored how organisations can move “From Risk to Resilience” in an increasingly complex global landscape. Against a backdrop of rapid technological change, geopolitical uncertainty,
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The conflict has entered a more unstable and more layered phase, says Global Situational Awareness in its AM briefing for April 1, with diplomatic activity widening even as military, economic, aviation and corporate-security pressure intensify. Trump said US attacks could end within two to three weeks without any deal requirement, reinforcing uncertainty over what happens
HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, has announced the release of its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) in the Age of AI and Automation market study, revealing how more than 300 IT leaders in the United States and Europe are responding to emerging PKI challenges in AI, automation and post-quantum computing. The study identifies the trends,
DeterTech is pleased to report Gloucester has officially become a SmartWater™ protected city, marking a major step forward in proactive crime prevention. The initiative will see hundreds of forensic marking kits distributed to retailers and businesses, helping to deter crime before it occurs. SmartWater is a proven deterrent, that has proudly maintained a 100% conviction
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness released its PM MENA Briefing for March 30, noting how the conflict had entered into a more unstable but not yet decisive phase, with diplomacy widening on paper while military and economic pressure continue to deepen in practice. Pakistan says it will host direct US–Iran talks in coming days,
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The World Police Summit Awards are a testament to the dedication, innovation, and excellence at the core of modern law enforcement. Taking place on June 26, 2026 these prestigious awards recognise outstanding achievements in policing, security, and government collaboration, honoring individuals and organisations that demonstrate visionary leadership, strategic impact, and transformative advancements in public safety
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released its MENA Weekly report for the week ending March 27. It details how Tehran has rejected the US’s 15-point peace plan, the allowance by Tehran to let non-hostile ships pass safely through Strait of Hormuz. It describes how Israel has set out an intention to control buffer
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In this exclusive chat, Jak Edwards, Head of Construction at DeterTech, tells us what we can expect from the brand at The Security Event (TSE), where the company will take stand 5/C42. Why is TSE an important show for you? Jak Edwards: “TSE is an important opportunity to engage directly with security decision-makers across multiple
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released its latest briefing for the MENA region detailing how the picture there remains volatile, with diplomacy, military reinforcement and economic disruption advancing in parallel rather than producing a clear path to de-escalation. Iran has hardened its negotiating stance while Washington continues to add forces to the
OpenEye, a global leader in video surveillance and cloud-managed security solutions, is excited to announce active deterrence solutions, available in OpenEye Web Services (OWS) and on supported OpenEye cameras. Active Deterrence in OWS, including white light and audio playback, helps strengthen security by discouraging unwanted behavior before it escalates. By combining automated white light illumination
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In this special blog for Global Situational Awareness, Lenaïg Deslande talks about the the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement, also known as the High Seas Treaty, which came into effect on 17 January 2026. She discusses the implications of this for sustainability, as well as the geopolitical impact. After nearly two decades of negotiation,
It has been reported that the US Federal Communications Commission, citing national security concerns, has announced a ban on all new routers manufactured overseas being imported into and sold within the US. Under the ban, manufacturers will need to apply for approval on a case-by-case basis to import their products into the US; the ban
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HID, a leading provider of trusted identity solutions, has announced the launch of HID Converged Credentials, allowing organisations to secure their facilities and manage employee identities and credentials through a single, unified platform. Designed to give security teams a practical path to modernise their identity architecture, the solution consolidates physical and logical access under a
In its situational briefing for this morning, Wednesday, March 25, Global Situational Awareness notes now Washington and Tehran are projecting contradictory messages: Donald Trump says talks are under way and a one-month ceasefire is being explored, while Iran denies formal negotiations even as reports circulate of a US 15-point proposal delivered via Pakistan. At the
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released briefings over the past couple of days, detailing the goings on across the Middle East region over the weekend, into March 23, including how Iran’s latest messaging on the Strait of Hormuz suggests Tehran is trying to regulate passage on political terms rather than restore normal navigation,
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Taking stand 5/J50 at TSE this year, Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks are looking forward to formally introducing themselves as a combined entity, and will showcase a number of innovations, including Brivo Genius Mobile Agent, Eeva, its AI Video Agent, and more. Here, Brivo Managing Director EMEA (formally Eagle Eye Networks), Rishi Lodhia explains more.
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On stand 5/H15 at The Security Event 2026, Redvision CCTV Limited, will offer a hands-on demonstrations of its rugged CCTV hardware, and more. In this interview, Engineering Director for the brand, Will Hucker, gives more details. Why is TSE an important show for you? Will Hucker: “The Security Event is a key date in the
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Brivo, the AI innovator and global leader in cloud-native physical security, has introduced Eeva, an AI Video Agent that business owners trust to keep an eye on what matters most—whether that’s retail crime, workplace safety, illegal dumping, or any other operational concern. Eeva, a core extension of the Brivo Eagle Eye VMS (video management system),
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a special report – A Third Gulf War, focusing on the conflict across the Middle East, which replaces the usual MENA Weekly report. Below is an excerpt, with the full report available for download. United Arab Emirates – SEVERE Situation Update Since 28 February 2026, the
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Global Situational Awareness has released a briefing detailing the threats posed to data centres around the world, covering everything from protest and potential vandalism by direct action campaign groups such as Pull The Plug’s AI-focused demonstration, dubbed the “March Against the Machines,”. It also gives a comprehensive threat summary overview, and offers forecasts as to
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This April Paxton will launch Solo, a brand-new access control system designed to transform how installers and end users manage security. Developed by Paxton technology specialists, and backed by 40 years of industry innovation, the system is phone-based and cloud-hosted, marking the beginning of a new era in access control. Adam Stroud, Paxton’s CEO, explains:
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness released its daily briefing for March 17, detailing how the conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel has entered a more disruptive phase, expanding beyond military exchanges into energy production, maritime routes and financial systems. Drone strikes on the UAE’s ADNOC Shah gas field and Iraq’s Majnoon oil
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a daily update for March 16, detail the regional conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran, which has entered its third week, with attacks spreading across the Gulf and the Levant. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says Iranian strikes have targeted residential areas and Hamad International Airport, contradicting
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In this new blog, Paul Ainscough at Global Situational Awareness gives some insight into China’s Two Sessions political gatherings in Beijing, what they are and why they are so important. China’s annual Two Sessions political gatherings began in Beijing on 04 March 2026, with the opening of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). The
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Over the weekend, starting March 13, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, has posted several updates detailing the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, including Regional Escalation intensifying as Hormuz Disruption deepened, Gulf conflict escalating as the energy infrastructure risks grew, and the Gulf conflict escalation intensifying security and economic disruption. On Saturday, Global
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Secure Logiq has appointed Patrick Furby as Technical Support Engineer Level 2, further strengthening its global technical support capabilities as the company continues to expand its international footprint. Furby joins Secure Logiq with an extensive background in IT support, having worked with global organisations across multiple sectors. His broad technical expertise and customer-focused approach will
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What if one gateway could unlock smarter fire safety without rewiring everything you’ve built? Imagine expanding your fire detection system without disruption. Imagine a wireless system, fully integrated with your addressable panel protocol. With Kidde Commercial’s EXCELLENCE SmartCell Gateway, all of this is possible. The EXCELLENCE SmartCell Gateway is a powerful new addition to the
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released The MENA Weekly, a weekly situational update covering the ongoing situation in the Middle East, including Iran, where fuel tanker attacks continue to undermine global energy supply, and US intelligence suggests that Iranian regime is unlikely to collapse. Israel has accused Iran of using cluster munitions.
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The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) has announced its weekly Global Risk Forum sessions, 420 and 421, taking place today, Thursday, March 12 at 5pm GMT and 12pm EDT and tomorrow, Friday, March 13. The sessions will focus on the ongoing and escalating conflict in the Middle East, between Iran and the US together
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, has released its Global Weekly Review, focusing on goings on around the world, including in the SituIran/Gulf Cooperation Council area, United States/Iran/Sri Lanka as Iranian warship IRIS Dena sunk by US torpedo attack off Sri Lanka’s coast, United States/Iran/Israel, focusing on Israel expanding war with first direct strikes
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According to Anekanta, the shift from insight to agency is the defining pivot of 2026, creating new opportunities and new risks for organisations. The first wave of Generative AI (Gen AI) largely focused on analysis and content generation. Systems could analyse data, summarise reports, generate text, images, code or assist users with queries. In almost
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness yesterday published two updates focusing on the Middle East and North Africa region, detailing Turkish airspace incidents, Gulf disruption and market volatility deepening the regional war, and how as the frequency of Iranian strikes decreased, energy markets and strategic escalation risks shifted. The regional war widened further overnight
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In this special blog, Natacha Torres, Director of Marketing Communications, Mature Markets, HID, gives her thoughts on being promoted to Director, leading across Europe and APAC, and what this vantage point reveals about the industry’s most persistent — and most solvable — talent gap. Having spent a decade in the B2B tech world before moving
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Genetec Inc., the global leader in enterprise physical security software, will exhibit its latest technologies on Stand D108 of Security & Policing, which is taking place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre from March 10 to 12. Hosted by the UK Home Office, Security & Policing is the UK’s official government event for the
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Talion, a leading Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) forged out of BAE Systems, has announced that under the new leadership of CEO, Keven Knight, it has expanded its governance-aligned Agentic SOC model, embedding executive-level oversight and accountability directly into its managed cyber defence services. The enhanced model is designed to align real-time security operations with
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Political developments can quickly affect local security conditions. In 2026, significant elections will take place in 15 countries across five continents, several of them in politically sensitive environments. To help organisations and travellers understand the potential implications, Safeture has published “Election Informer 2026” in collaboration with its intelligence partner Riskline. The report combines political context,
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In its latest situational overview, covering the Middle East and North Africa, Global Situational Awareness details how the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify as sustained air strikes and retaliatory attacks expand across the region. US forces have struck more than 3,000 targets inside Iran, while Israeli operations have conducted
Paxton has partnered once again with Skills for Security, reinforcing its commitment to developing young professionals across the security industry. As a long-standing supporter of industry training initiatives, the company works closely with Skills for Security to strengthen career pathways and ensure apprentices gain hands-on experience with the latest security technologies. Through this partnership, learners
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Since Friday March 6, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, has posted several updates, detailing the ongoing, and escalating, conflict in Iran and the Middle East, including attacks on infrastructure, along with military targets. Iran has also named its new leader. On Friday, March 6, Global Situational Awareness detailed how operational pressure across
As the UK’s leading security, OpenEye’s VP of International Sales, Neil Killick, says The Security Event is a great place to showcase the company’s latest innovations, as well as exciting new products to be launched at the show. He explains more, below. Why is TSE an important show for you? “TSE is an important show
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Global Situational Awareness has released further updates on Thursday March 5. The first was a GCC Update on maritime operations in the Gulf Region, detailing how new strikes had hit diplomatic and energy sites; with aviation disruption persisting. The second focused on how the Gulf disruption is deepening as conflict pressures energy and maritime networks regional
Global Situational Awareness has released a brief for Thursday, March 4 detailing how regional hostilities are continuing with sustained Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting infrastructure and transport corridors across the Gulf. U.S. forces have struck more than 1,700 Iranian military targets while introducing an insurance backstop for shipping and signalling possible naval escorts through
Cyacomb, the UK’s leading expert in digital triage, today announced the availability of a new Similarity Matching capability within its Examiner Plus platform, enabling law enforcement to identify Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) on mobile devices in minutes, even when images have been shared via messaging applications and altered from their original form. When images
According to United States (US) Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, a US submarine has sunk the Iranian warship IRIS Dena with a torpedo in international waters off Sri Lanka’s coast. The incident occurred just outside of the country’s territorial waters, approximately 40 nautical miles off Galle, between 0600hrs and 0700hrs GMT. This is covered in the
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has reported how the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has issued an advisory indicating that shipments destined for the Arabian Gulf may be declared “end of voyage” before reaching their originally scheduled porThe advisory reflects rising operational risk linked to instability around two major maritime chokepoints – The Bab
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Safeture and Riskline analysts are monitoring developments in real time as the conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States escalates across the region. On February 28, coordinated strikes between the United States, Israel, and Iran triggered a major regional escalation affecting security, aviation, and infrastructure across the Middle East. Within hours: According to intelligence
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In this morning’s briefing on Wednesday March 4, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness covers an escalation of hostilities overnight and declining oil output in Iraq being just one more thing adding to energy disruption. The piece notes the key developments, risk indicators, operational impact, outlook and more. Download the full briefing, below. Regional
Visitors to stand 5/E65 at The Security Event will get a chance to experience Johnson Control’s award-winning innovations, including live demos of its IQ with PowerManage platform and the latest PowerG+ peripherals in action. Here, Associate Director – Europe Intrusion, Michael Hygild explains more. Why is TSE an important show for you? “As the UK’s
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In this exclusive, Nicholas Smith, Regional Sales Director – UK & Ireland at Genetec explains what visitors can expect from the company’s stand: 5/J10 at The Security Event, including demonstrations of its most popular solutions, with the team on hand to give advice. Why is TSE an important show for you? “It’s the largest industry
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Global Situational Awareness has released its evening brief for today, March 3, reporting how Iranian drone and missile activity has continued across the Gulf, including reported drone strikes on the U.S. Embassy compound in Riyadh and renewed attempts to strike Hamad International Airport in Doha. Oman reported drone incidents at Duqm and in Dhofar, while
Global Situational Awareness has released a Global Weekly Review of goings on around the world, covering the action in the Middle East, as well as Pakistan and Afghanistan, Cuba and US, Columbia and North Korea. Below, we bring you an extract of the report – a situational update and assessment and impact of the Iran,
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Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi by Hirsch has announced the release of GARDiS Pro v3.2, the latest evolution of its powerful access control software platform. The new version introduces a series of enhancements designed to strengthen system security, improve wireless locking integration, and simplify installation and commissioning for partners and end users. GARDiS Pro v3.2
City life is a vibrant blend of commerce, tourism, entertainment, congestion, crime, rapid growth, and evolving demographics, says Hanwha Vision in a recent blog. To ensure the safety of individuals and property, traditional security and surveillance technologies should be replaced by intelligent transportation systems (ITS), which do much more than merely monitor traffic as cities
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Leading global risk management firm, Global Situational Awareness has released a GCC Situational Update, with the threat level “high”, detailing US plans, the global market impact of Iran’s retaliation response which has been focused on infrastructure and logistical nodes, as well as military targets. The update also covers the UK’s recent involvement to provide defensive
Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a GSOC situational update, listing a ‘high’ threat level, following reports that on March 2, 2026, the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) began a series of airstrikes against Hezbollah forces in Lebanon, after the group launched projectiles toward northern Israel. Here, the company offers a comprehensive
The Early Bird phase for ASIS Europe 2026 has officially closed — and the calibre of professionals already registered confirms that this year’s event will once again be the most influential gatherings of security leaders in the region. Organisations at the forefront of global business, technology, infrastructure, and policy have secured their place early, signalling
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Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness is pleased to announce the appointment of Anand Subbiah as Head of Business Development – Middle East, North Africa, Turkey and CIS, supporting the company’s continued expansion across the region. Anand Subbiah brings more than three decades of experience in the security sector, with a strong track
Leading global risk management firm, Global Situational Awareness has released an in-depth, comprehensive overview into the US and Israeli strikes against Iran. The piece discusses the impact on the different parts of the Middle East region, particularly as Iran retaliates, striking US military bases in the UAE, Bahrain and elsewhere. All this and much more.
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Scottish Continuity, the leading membership body dedicated to strengthening organisational, community and national resilience across Scotland, has announced that Alison Stone will be appointed Chair at the Resilient Scotland Annual Conference 2026, which takes place later this month. The conference will bring together leading voices from across the resilience profession to examine emerging risks, evolving threats
OpenEye, a leading provider of cloud-managed video surveillance solutions, is thrilled to announce OpenEye Web Services’ (OWS) integration with Genea for improved access control, helping users fortify building security while uncovering operational insights. The OpenEye and Genea integration delivers a unified security platform, combining video surveillance with enterprise access control for enhanced situational awareness, rapid event
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The fifth edition of the World Police Summit, hosted by Dubai Police and taking place on June 23-25, will have the theme: “Connected for Impact: United Global Policing to Safeguard Future Generations”. This year’s event recognises that, at a time when threats transcend borders and evolve at unprecedented speeds, the future of law enforcement hinges
The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) has announced its latest Global Risk Forums, numbers 416 and 417, taking place Thursday, February 26, 5pm, GMT and 12pm EDT, and Friday, February 27 at 10am GMT. This week the theme is “An Exploration of the Current World Order”. Read about the session and register, below. It
DeterTech is pleased to confirm its attendance at the Solar Careers Hub Glasgow, taking place on February 25 at the Technology & Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde. Organised by Solar Careers UK, the event brings together employers, students and industry professionals to address skills development and workforce growth across the UK solar sector – one
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The latest in road safety technology is harnessing the power and performance of 360 Vision Technology’s Predator cameras, in a groundbreaking installation designed to protect road users and wildlife on the busy rural roads of the Netherlands. The UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, provides the camera technology of this
In this special blog for Global Situational Awareness, Paul Ainscough covers recent events in Italy, including an investigation launched into sabotage targeting the Winter Olympics, with suspicion falling on Moscow, and demonstrations protesting against a number of issues, including environmental concerns linked to the games. Sabotage Incidents On 07 January 2026, rail infrastructure was targeted
It’s been reported that Abu Dhabi’s flagship investment conference, Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW), suffered a data leak wherein a security researcher was able to access a cloud instance hosting the passports and IDs of hundreds of its attendees, which included prominent figures like former UK PM David Cameron, former white-house spokesperson Anthony Scaramucci, and
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Intersec 2026, the world-leading exhibition for security, safety and fire protection, has recorded its largest, most internationally diverse and strategically significant edition to date. The three-day event, which celebrated its 27th edition, was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders
Video Management Servers Ltd, (VMS Co.) the specialist supplier of optimised video management and analytics servers says its Managed On Site Servers (MOSS™) subscription service is a better fit for many CCTV applications than Cloud. Both MOSS™ and Cloud are subscription services and both are ‘managed server’ solutions to ensure maximum operational ‘up time’. However,
In business and personal life today, digitalization increasingly means moving to mobile, says ASSA ABLOY. Mobile-first is becoming the norm across regions and industries. In Western Europe alone, there are 459 million active smartphones* and only a fraction of these are currently used for digital access. This is changing fast: one projection suggests mobile credentials’
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Jawad Fares is a Security Manager and Consultant working to protect high profile buildings in the United Arab Emirates. In this exclusive interview, Peter Mawson met up with him at a restaurant to talk about his life, his role in helping to secure the facility and streets around where he operates, the ways in which
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VOSKER, a leading provider of cutting-edge surveillance solutions, has announced the acquisition of Reconeyez, a leader in AI-powered autonomous intelligent surveillance solutions for large enterprises (B2B) and international government agencies (B2G). This transaction marks an important milestone in VOSKER’s global expansion and provides the foundation for its global B2B channel strategy. With this acquisition, VOSKER
Teledyne FLIR OEM have announced the launch of Neutrino SX8 ISR 50-1000, the latest addition to the rebranded Neutrino ISR Series (formerly the Neutrino Ground ISR Series). With a 20x continuous zoom (CZ), the high-performance model represents the longest-range solution to date in the entire Neutrino ISR lineup. “The intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) market
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For a long time, the collaboration industry has focused on improving device capabilities – better cameras, clearer audio, and smarter software, says Barco in a new blog. But as we move into 2026, the real transformation is not about features. It’s about how organisations fundamentally think about meeting rooms, AI, and the role of IT
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In recent years, solar farms have become prime targets for organised theft and security breaches, says OPTEX in a recent blog. Across Europe, incidents involving copper cable theft, vandalism, and unauthorised access are increasing year-on-year, with insurers and industry bodies reporting growing financial losses and longer operational downtime. As capacity and sites scale up, protecting
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DeterTech, the official site security partner of Brentford FC, is proud to support an accredited Safe Haven established by the club at Gtech Community Stadium, reinforcing both organisations’ commitment to community safety and wellbeing. Located in Brentford FC’s west stand security hub on Lionel Road South, it will provide support 24 hours a day, seven
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It has been announced that the FBI has seized the notorious RAMP cybercrime forum, a platform used to advertise a wide range of malware and hacking services, and one of the few remaining forums that openly allowed the promotion of ransomware operations. Below, experts at Talion and CybaVerse respond to the news. Daniel Wilcock, threat
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PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is excited to announce the latest advances in its unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled service, support and business opportunities to partners and customers around the world, with the launch of the brand new and ‘all inclusive’ Philips LED Configurator. Set unveiled and demonstrated
Konica Minolta has been positioned in the Leaders Category in the latest IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Print Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc # US52993425, December 2025). The independent analyst report evaluates international providers based on how well they support companies in reliably protecting their printing and document environments against security risks. Konica
We’re excited to welcome James Somerville Smith to Security On Screen as Marketing Non-Executive Director, supporting our next phase of growth following the launch of our new website. We caught up with James to find out a bit more about him. So, who is James Somerville Smith? “I’m a qualified Chemical Engineer with an MBA
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Barco Control Rooms is bringing mission-critical innovation to ISE and DistribuTECH 2026. As the global leader in control room solutions, the company is showcasing its latest visualization technology across multiple booths throughout the show floors – with an exclusive product launch at ISE that you won’t want to miss. Barco’s teams look forward to seeing
By 2025 there was over 21 billion connected IoT devices worldwide, a figure that will only rise to an estimated 39 billion by 2030 and 50 billion by 2035, says Sam Cockbain in a blog for Global Situational Awareness. This explosive adoption underscores how deeply IoT has become embedded in modern business operations, from smart
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ASIS International is honoured to announce that Erwin Verstraelen, Vice President Innovation for the Port of Antwerp-Bruges will be the opening keynote for ASIS Europe 2026 taking place in Antwerp, Belgium on 23-25 March. The Port of Antwerp-Bruges is an engine for the Belgian economy and the second largest port in Europe with connections to more than 800
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Safeture, a global SaaS platform for people safety based in Lund, Sweden, has announced a strategic partnership with Global Protect Risk, a United Kingdom–based provider of bespoke security, intelligence, and travel risk management services. The collaboration strengthens Safeture’s ability to support multinational organisations with integrated, real-time risk intelligence and operational security expertise, helping protect people
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Abloy UK has announced its 2026 Academy training dates, reinforcing its commitment to advancing knowledge and competence across security and access control specification and installation. The Abloy Academy offers a comprehensive suite of training courses including Foundations, Foundations Plus, practical Digital Access Solutions (DAS) sessions, and a programme of RIBA-accredited CPD training designed to support professionals at
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