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DeterTech

Tool Theft in Focus as DeterTech partners with FixFest

DeterTech, the market leader in forensic marking and risk mitigation, has been named the Official Security Partner for FixFest, taking place on 11 July at Delapré Abbey in Northampton. Organised by Wickes and Fix Radio, FixFest is the UK’s only dedicated festival for tradespeople and their families. It attracts thousands of attendees from all over the country […]

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VERACITY

Veracity presents the Veracity Experience Centre

Veracity UK Ltd, the specialist in cybersecure IP video devices, innovative IP video surveillance and network connectivity solutions, is pleased to present its new virtual environment – the Veracity Experience Centre – developed with Security On Screen. The purpose-built virtual experience centre takes viewers through the company’s latest products and solutions across its integrated systems,

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redvision

Redvision brings enhanced Digifort support to UK integrators

From July 1, 2026 Redvision CCTV renews its agreement with Digifort to continue supplying its enterprise Integrated Security Platform software to the UK market. Redvision’s specialism in rugged CCTV and Digifort’s leading software bring fully integrated security solutions to installers and end users across verticals including utilities, custodial, public space, education and airports. Redvision and

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Fragile pause holds, but Hormuz mine risk keeps recovery conditional

In its GSA GCC Daily Situational Awareness Brief for June 29, 2026,  Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness details how the US-Iran MoU remains active, with the latest reporting pointing to a fragile pause rather than full de-escalation. US officials say both sides are standing down and that implementation talks will continue, while President Trump

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Hirsch UK Genetec

Hirsch UK integrates with Genetec™ Security Center to help customers strengthen high-security perimeter protection

Hirsch UK is proud to announce the successful integration of its advanced perimeter security technologies with Genetec™ Security Center, giving Genetec customers a powerful new way to address complex perimeter protection challenges through a unified security platform. For organisations already using Genetec™ Security Center, the integration provides a practical route to enhancing existing security infrastructure

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TALION CLOSED DOOR SECURITY

Talion and Closed Door Security respond to City of London Police ransomware warning

Here, experts from Talion Cyber Security and Closed Door Security respond recent news in which the City of London Police release a fresh warning about ransomware attacks on UK businesses, noting an increase last year in attacks and the substantial impact these have had on SMEs, with an average of 26 attacks occurring a month

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cybaverse

CybaVerse on ‘Five Eyes’ intelligence alliance warning

It’s been reported that the Five Eyes intelligence alliance have released a statement warning about the risks of new AI models for cybersecurity and resilience. The coalition of US, British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand intelligence officials warn in their statement of the growing risks of AI models for vulnerability discovery and exploitation, urging organisations

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Ajax Systems

Ajax Systems: Why the UK security market is finally moving away from the ‘Nokia 3310s’ era 

Governed by strict compliance standards, a fiercely loyal installer culture, and a mindset where old habits die hard, the UK security market has long been a fortress of tradition. For decades, the industry standard was simple: a metal box, a physical keypad, and a web of complex cabling. If it worked, you didn’t touch it.

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PAXTON

Paxton named one of the Best Places to Work in the UK 2026

Security technology manufacturer Paxton has secured a place in the top 126 Big Companies included in this year’s The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, continuing a track record of recognition that dates back to 2018. The list celebrates organisations that demonstrate excellence in employee engagement, workplace culture and wellbeing. Accreditation is based entirely on anonymous

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Closed Door Security William Wright

Closed Door Security responds to TfL cyber attack guilty plea

It has been reported that two men have pleaded guilty to offences in connection with a massive cyber attack which caused Transport for London (TfL) months of disruption and cost the operator £39m. Here, William Wright, CEO of Closed Door Security, offers his thoughts on the situation. Thalha Jubair, 20, from east London and Owen Flowers, 18, from

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ciso

Social media impersonation ranks as top cyber threat for CISOs according to CISO Outlook 2026 report

New research from CSC’s CISO Outlook 2026 report has found that social media impersonation and defamation have emerged as the top cybersecurity threat for 2026 and beyond, followed by domain and DNS hijacking, DDoS attacks and cybersquatting. This marks a significant rise from last year, when social media impersonation and defamation ranked fifth. The report also found

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Boon Edam

Boon Edam: What entrance security drift is really costing your data centre

According to Boon Edam in a new blog, “loss” in a data centre environment typically means breaches, outages, or downtime. But some of the most significant losses caused by physical security weaknesses don’t show up in those reports at all. This is an excerpt with a link to the full piece, below. Instead, they creep

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Talks advance as Hormuz implementation splits the recovery picture

In its latest update, for June 22, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, details how the US-Iran MoU is moving from launch diplomacy into contested implementation. The first Bürgenstock round has ended with technical talks expected to continue, Switzerland calling the work constructive, and Iran crediting Pakistan and Qatar for progress. A high-level committee

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cybaverse

CybaVerse: 87% of security professionals believe Mythos will increase cyber risk

CybaVerse, a UK based cyber security company that abolishes chaos and complexity in cyber, has today released the findings of a survey of cyber security professionals conducted at Infosecurity Europe. The survey reveals that the majority of cyber security professionals believe advanced AI systems, like Claude Mythos, will amplify cyber risk rather than reduce it. The

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redvision

Redvision launches X4 Commander Bi-spectral for critical infrastructure surveillance

Redvision CCTV has announced the launch of the X4 Commander Bi-spectral. This camera combines thermal and optical imagery in a single rugged PTZ, essential for critical infrastructure sectors including border control, utilities, airports, and ports as well as marine applications. The thermal side can detect heat signatures multiple kilometres away and offers lens options from

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bsia British Security Awards

BSIA British Security Awards announces full list of winners

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) hosted the British Security Awards this week on Tuesday July 16 at the glamorous Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, where the very best of the UK security was celebrated in style. Among the winners and highly commended organisations in the Security Business 2026 Category were Security on Screen Vendor

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barox OCTAVE

New barox integration with Octave Coda Video enhances systems operability, management and support

barox Kommunikation has announced a collaboration with Octave, enabling Octave Coda Video users to simplify their device and network management via integration with the barox range of Ethernet switches. Driving superior performance and resilience for physical assets and critical infrastructure, Coda Video, Octave’s enterprise-grade video management system (VMS), is proven to meet the most demanding

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: The MENA Weekly to June 19

In its latest MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending Friday, June 19, Global Situational Awareness details all the latest developments in the Middle East region, including the US and Iran agreeing a peace deal, Somaliland opening Jerusalem embassy, Israel launching fresh strikes on Lebanon despite US criticism, Trump saying Syria should take on Hezbollah, Syria’s signing

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HID FIDO Alliance

New FIDO Alliance and HID study reveals major gap between identity security confidence and reality

The FIDO Alliance and HID, a global enabler of trusted identity solutions, have released The State of Physical and Digital Identity in the Enterprise, a new research report examining how organisations manage physical and logical access across their workforces. Surveying 500 IT and cybersecurity decision makers across the US, Canada, UK, France and Germany, the new study

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GLOBAL SITUATIONAL AWARENESS

Global Situational Awareness: US-Iran MoU reopens Hormuz pathway but leaves nuclear and proxy risks unresolved

With the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding expected to be signed in Geneva tomorrow, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has prepared a GCC Alert on what this may mean for the Gulf, shipping, energy markets and regional security. The agreement may create a pathway to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but it should not

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DSEI

Clarion Defence and Security appoints new MD to lead DSEI’s global expansion 

Clarion Events Defence and Security has appointed James Samuel as the new Managing Director – Live Events. Spanning across three continents, he is responsible for leading the UK’s flagship defence show DSEI UK, as well as DSEI Japan, ITEC, Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) Europe and UDT Australia. He also works in close partnership with the team organising DSEI Germany in Hannover.  Samuel has built an extensive career managing major international events over two decades. He

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness Brief for June 16: Hormuz reopens, but deal details remain contested

In its GSA GCC Daily Situational Awareness Brief for 16 June 2026, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness  details how the US-Iran MoU has shifted the regional crisis from active escalation toward contested implementation. Trump says Iran will not develop or acquire nuclear weapons under the deal, while Vance described the MoU as a general document,

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Genetec x Convergint

Genetec supports Convergint’s first European STEP Up for Schools initiative

Genetec Inc (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced its involvement with Convergint’s STEP Up for Schools initiative. The company has donated video security systems to schools in the UK and France, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and protecting the everyday. STEP Up for Schools is a social responsibility scheme created

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VPS Group

VPS Group – Safer Sites, Safer Futures

VPS Group provides customised solutions for their customer’s temporary security requirements. Its service offers a complete end-to-end solution to secure physical assets through advising, installing, and monitoring. Its customers exist across a broad range of industries, including renewable energy, construction, utilities, and highways, as well as government and public sector infrastructure. In this special Q&A,

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly to June 12

In its latest MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending Friday, June 12, Global Situational Awareness details all the latest developments in the Middle East region, including the US striking Iran after military a helicopter was shot down, and Iran’s retaliation, Netanyahu calling off major Iran strikes after a warning from Donald Trump, Iraq and UAE pushing

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Secure Logiq

Secure Logiq completes Around the Equator Challenge at 160%

Secure Logiq’s Around the Equator Challenge has officially crossed the finish line (and then some) with participants collectively reaching 160% of the original target. Launched on Valentine’s Day and running through to May, the challenge invited employees, partners and industry peers to walk, run, cycle and row their way around the globe together, with every

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Diplomacy advances as Lebanon reopens escalation risk

In its MENA Daily Briefing for June 9, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness details how the Iran-Israel strike pause continues to hold, shifting the crisis back towards diplomacy, maritime access and regional pressure management. This is an extract of the report, with the full piece available for download. Trump says he may have

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GLOBAL SITUATIONAL AWARENESS

Global Situational awareness GCC Alert: Red Sea blockade threat and renewed Iran-Israel exchanges – What does it mean?

In a GCC Alert released today, June 8, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness details how the Red Sea blockade threat is now part of a wider multi-front escalation: A controlled conflict is becoming harder to contain as Iran, Israel, Hezbollah and the Houthis test new thresholds. The report covers how maritime navigation, airspace

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly to June 5

In its latest MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending Friday, June 5, Global Situational Awareness details all the latest developments in the Middle East region, including the US striking Iranian targets, provoking IRGC retaliation, Israel-Hezbollah clashes continuing despite ceasefire, the US pushing Oman to break ties with Iran following Trump threats, and more. Below is an extract

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DSEI Germany

DSEI Germany attracts unprecedented demand, expanding into a fourth

Following unprecedented industry demand, DSEI Germany has announced the opening of a fourth exhibition hall ahead of its debut in March 2027. DSEI Germany will be the leading exhibition for defence and security in Germany, featuring defence manufacturers, industrial suppliers, and emerging players from every level of the supply chain. Taking place from 9-12 March

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Sanctions relief debate emerges as Lebanon and maritime risks persist

In its GSA GCC Daily Situational Awareness Brief for 02 June 2026, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness details how the regional ceasefire remains fragile as Washington and Tehran continue negotiating over Hormuz, sanctions and Iran’s nuclear programme. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran will not receive sanctions relief simply for reopening Hormuz, although Washington

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ciso

Malware targeting WordPress abuses Steam community profiles for command & control operations

GoDaddy researchers have reported malware infecting almost 2000 WordPress sites that employs steganographic comments hosted on Valve’s Steam platform to acquire its command-and-control instructions. Rather than relying on self-hosted infrastructure, attackers embedded C2 instructions inside public Steam community and profile comments, hiding these using several invisible Unicode characters. The malware was designed to fetch Steam

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Synectics

Synectics establishes permanent UAE base to support Middle East growth

Synectics, a leader in advanced security and surveillance solutions, has extended its presence in the GCC with a new office in Dubai, enhancing its regional capabilities to better serve customers and partners across the Middle East.  Located in Dubai Marina, the office expands the company’s ability to deliver global expertise at a local level and

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barox

barox announces integration to CAPSS approved Genesys platform

barox Kommunikation AG is delighted to announce that its Ethernet switch products and advanced DMS network monitoring tool are now integrated to Genesys by ISM, the CAPSS approved command and control platform. Genesys by ISM is an advanced command and control software solution that delivers integrated command and control over site-wide security systems, Building Management

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Iran halts US talks as Lebanon escalation threatens ceasefire

In its GSA GCC Daily Situational Awareness Brief for 01 June 2026, Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness details how the regional ceasefire entered Day 55 under severe strain after Iran reportedly halted message exchanges with the US through mediators and warned the ceasefire could collapse if Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue. US forces intercepted two

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NETSKOPE LOGO

Netskope raises the bar with expanded data sovereignty support in two dozen countries

Netskope (NASDAQ: NTSK), a leader in modern security and networking for the cloud and AI era, today announced it has enhanced its NewEdge Network infrastructure, setting a new industry benchmark by covering the essential data location components for data sovereignty in more regions than any other SASE cloud provider. Netskope’s NewEdge Network architecture now provides national data localisation

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly to May 29

In its latest MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending Friday, May 29, Global Situational Awareness details all the latest developments in the Middle East region, including the US and Iran exchanging attacks, the internet beginning to return in Iran after some months-long blackout, the remnants of Assad’s chemical weapons programme being recovered in Syria, Israel pounding Lebanon

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genetec

Genetec receives qualification from the French National Cybersecurity Agency

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, has announced it is the only access control vendor to be qualified by the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) for its high assurance access control system. This qualification follows Genetec earning First-Level Security Certification (CSPN) from the Agency in 2025. The qualification applies to the Genetec

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dsei germany

DSEI Germany appoints military advisory board

DSEI Germany has appointed three distinguished military advisors as it prepares to debut at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds from 9 – 12 March 2027. DSEI Germany will be the leading exhibition for defence and security in Germany, with dedicated Zones for Air & Space, Land, Naval, Cyber & Information, Joint Support Systems, International & Regional

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FLIR

Flir to announce “landmark expansion of its firefighting portfolio” at Interschutz 2026

Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company and the global leader in thermal imaging, has announced a landmark expansion of its firefighting portfolio at Interschutz, taking place in Hannover from June 1 – 6, 2026 – hall 27 booth M42. Headlining the launch is the Flir K85-N, the first thermal imaging camera (TIC) on the market to

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness Daily Situational Awareness Brief for 26 May 2026

Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, has released its latest Daily Situational Awareness Brief for 26 May 2026, detailing how fresh US strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats allegedly attempting to lay mines have disrupted Doha- based efforts to secure an interim settlement. Tehran has accused Washington of violating the ceasefire, claimed it

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness on US strikes in Southern Iran – What Does it Mean?

Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness, has released a new analysis, detailing the implications on the recent US strikes in Southern Iran, and how limited US military action has raised pressure around the Strait of Hormuz without yet ending the diplomatic track. It notes how Hormuz is no longer only a shipping issue, how

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cybaverse

CybaVerse responds to VPN shutdown

Michael Jepson, Head of Penetration Testing at CybaVerse responds to the news the First VPN service, a popular VPN among cybercriminals, has been shut down by French and Dutch authorities with assistance from Europol. The service was used to obscure the traffic of cybercriminals, allowing them to operate privately, obfuscate their infrastructure, and evade personal identification when

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DeterTech

DeterTech: Fuel theft surges as incidents rise 120% with 50,000 litres stolen in March and April 2026

DeterTech is warning of a sharp rise in fuel theft across the UK, with criminal activity escalating rapidly in response to rising fuel prices. Between March and April 2026, at least 50,000 litres of fuel were stolen across 44 incidents reported to DeterTech Crime Intelligence. This marks a 120% increase in incidents compared to the

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ASSA ABLOY

ASSA ABLOY: From pioneering electric strikes to intelligent systems – over 90 years of innovation in electromechanical security

For more than 90 years, ASSA ABLOY has pioneered electromechanical locking technology — continuously innovating since the first effeff electric strike was patented in 1932 and Abloy began developing high-security electric locks in 1978. Today, electromechanical locks represent the intelligent evolution of mechanical security, combining trusted engineering with seamless digital connectivity for safer, smarter, more

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dormakaba

dormakaba expands its airport business through the acquisition of Airsphere

dormakaba has acquired Airsphere GmbH (“Airsphere”). Airsphere is an international software company specialising in passenger management systems for airports. Through this acquisition, dormakaba strengthens its market position in the airport sector and expands its portfolio to include established software solutions for the automation of passenger processes, airport logistics, and critical infrastructure security. Founded in 2010 and

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ppds

PPDS lands experienced business leader Nicole Rutherford as new Event Marketing Specialist in North America

PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is excited to announce the latest key addition to its ever strengthening team in North America, with the appointment of Nicole Rutherford as new Event Marketing Specialist. Adding over 10 years of knowledge, experience, and entrepreneurial flair to PPDS, Rutherford will play an

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AMG SYSTEMS

CASE STUDY: How AMG Systems enhanced the safety and operational efficiency of the largest mall to be built in the Middle East

The Avenues Riyadh is expected to be the largest mall in the Middle East, designed to deliver a world-class shopping and entertainment experience for residents and tourists. AMG Systems was involved in the project to enhance security and surveillance of the millions of visitors that are expected each year. Powering security connectivity for mission-critical surveillance

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Modulate

Modulate’s Velma Deepfake Detect a ‘Paradigm shift in economics of fraud prevention’

Modulate, the frontier conversational voice intelligence company, has announced the launch of Velma Deepfake Detect, a synthetic voice detection API that makes continuous, full-call monitoring economically viable at scale for the first time. Ranked #1 on the Hugging Face Deepfake Speech leaderboard, Velma Deepfake Detect combines state-of-the-art accuracy with 578x lower cost vs. the next-best model,

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hirsch

Hirsch Group appoints Darren Learmonth as Global Chief Technology Officer and Jackie Grant as Chief Marketing Officer

Hirsch Group, a global leader in high-assurance security solutions, announces the appointment of Darren Learmonth as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this newly strengthened global role, Learmouth will lead technology, innovation, and R&D strategy across all Hirsch Group entities worldwide. The group has also appointed Jackie Grant as Chief Marketing Officer. Learmouth’s appointment marks an

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global situational awareness

Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly May 15

In its latest MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending Friday, May 15, Global Situational Awareness details all the latest developments in the Middle East region, including Trump’s comments about the ceasefire with Iran being on “life support” after rejecting proposal, Saudi Arabia and UAE’s covert attacks on Iran, Kuwait’s accusation that Iran launched a

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Paxton Adam Stroud

Paxton CEO: ‘With Solo, you’ve never seen an access control system that is so easy and cost-effective to deploy but offers so much functionality.”

Brighton-based access control specialist, Paxton, recently announced the launch of Solo, a brand-new innovation in access control which the company has been demonstrating across the country with a Tech Tour throughout April and May this year. With Solo, your phone is the system and the key. Solo combines the straightforward installation of a standalone system

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ITS America

ITS America Conference & Expo 2026 unveils plenary speaker lineup

The ITS America Conference & Expo 2026, organised in partnership by RX Global and ITS America (ITSA), unveils its highly anticipated plenary speaker lineup. Taking place June 9-12 at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan, the event will feature two plenary sessions as the conference’s centrepieces, bringing together national transportation leaders to celebrate 35 years of

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CLOSED DOOR SECURITY

Outer Hebrides Firm Closed Door Security Wins National Cyber Excellence Award

Closed Door Security, the only cyber security company based in the Outer Hebrides, has been crowned winner of the Cyber Excellence Award at the ScotlandIS Digital Tech Awards 2026. The award recognises organisations that have developed ground-breaking solutions that significantly enhances the ability to defend, disrupt, or support organisations in preventing, responding to or recovering from

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Acre Security

Acre Security: A practical path to cloud security

In this month’s feature blog from Acre Security, Stuart Tucker, who is the company’s VP of Solution Engineering & Enablement, explores what a more practical migration path looks like — and how organisations can move forward with greater control, flexibility, and confidence.  Every migration project I’ve been part of starts in a similar fashion — a

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global situational awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Ceasefire strains as Hormuz dispute drives Gulf security pressure

In its situational awareness update for 12 May 2026, covering recent geopolitical and security developments across the Middle East region, Global Situational Awareness notes how the Iran/US ceasefire is under renewed pressure as Trump says the truce is on “life support”. Iran is holding to demands on sanctions relief, blockade removal, compensation and Hormuz sovereignty, and

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ABLOY UK

HKC and Abloy UK celebrate success at The Security Event 2026

HKC and Abloy UK have reflected on a highly successful appearance at The Security Event 2026, following three busy days at the Birmingham NEC where both brands welcomed a record-breaking number of visitors to their stand. The exhibition provided an ideal platform for the two ASSA ABLOY companies to demonstrate the strength of their integrated

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BARCO CTRL

Case Study: Great Western Railway transforms its security operations with Barco CTRL

Great Western Railway, one of the UK’s largest train operators, has introduced its Security Operations Centre in Swindon with Barco CTRL and a Barco UniSee 500 video wall, says Barco in a new case study. The new control room replaces a patchwork of legacy systems with a single, unified platform, giving operators instant access to

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Johnson Controls

The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – From the show floor with Johnson Controls

At The Security Event (TSE) this year, our roving reporter at the show, Jeremy Malies, visited the Johnson Controls stand, where he observed a major product offering, and also reflects on a US case study. Giving clients flexibility in securing the widest range of premises with flexible, intuitive technology was a theme that ran across

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Thermal Radar

Where to buy Thermal Radar™ cameras for wide-area security

Thermal Radar™ cameras have become essential tools for protecting large outdoor areas. They provide 360° thermal surveillance that detects people, vehicles, and fire threats even in complete darkness or harsh weather. If you manage critical infrastructure, industrial sites, airports, or borders, you know how important it is to have reliable, wide-area detection systems. But where

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Global Situational Awareness expands footprint into Middle East with new Dubai trading license

Global Situational Awareness (Global SA), a premier specialist advisory firm delivering intelligence-led strategic risk management, proudly announces it has secured a new trading license in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This strategic milestone significantly bolsters the firm’s security, intelligence, and risk mitigation capabilities for clients throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The acquisition

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talion

Talion, Converged and Barrier Networks respond to Gov cyber study

The UK government has released its annual Cyber Security Breaches study which unveils 43% of businesses and 28% of charities experienced cyber attacks in the last year. In response to the findings, experts at Talion, Converged and Barrier Networks give their thoughts. Keven Knight, CEO, Talion: “The Cyber Breaches Study highlights some interesting trends across the

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Intersec Saudi Arabia

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 returns with its largest edition as the Saudi security, safety and fire sectors advance

Intersec Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s leading platform for security, safety, and fire protection, returns from 16–18 November 2026 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC), increasing exhibition space by 40% to meet demand as Saudi Arabia accelerates investment across key industry sectors. More than 25,000 visitors and more than 500 exhibitors expected. Saudi Arabia’s

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ITS America

ITS America Conference & Expo 2026 offers more outdoor demonstration experiences than ever before

ITS America Conference & Expo, organised in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, introduces an expanded demonstration program for the 2026 ITS America Conference & Expo, taking place June 9-11 in Detroit, Michigan. Attendees will see firsthand how the newest technologies installed along roadways and within vehicles are making transportation in Detroit safer and more efficient. The

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tse DETERTECH

The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – From the show floor with DeterTech

“Intelligence-led” solutions is a strapline for DeterTech, as Security on Screen’s roving reporter Jeremy Malies found out on the company’s stand at The Security Event (TSE) 2026. But this intelligence is both human and machine-learning – always an appropriate mixture. DeterTech employs many ex-police (across all the services) with high levels of expertise in predicting

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global situational awareness

Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly – May 8

In its MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending May 8, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness focuses on everything that’s happened in the past week in the Middle Region – in Iran, where the US launched and then paused its “Project Freedom”, Iran launching missile and drone attacks against UAE, in Israel, where

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Barco: Secure by design, trusted by default: a guide to security in KVM over IT

In a recent blog on its website, Barco details how, in critical infrastructure environments, a security breach is never just a problem of the organization concerned. Power grids go dark. Transport networks grind to a halt. Emergency services lose situational awareness. The decisions made in control rooms have real consequences for real people, which makes

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DATA CENTERS

When the Cloud Becomes a Physical Target: “The New Security Reality for AI Data Centers”

In the latest edition of his newsletter – Data Center Security News, Christopher Hills details how the modern data center has long been positioned as a digital fortress, engineered to withstand cyber threats through layered defenses, redundancy, and tightly controlled access. That model is no longer sufficient. Below is an excerpt from the latest edition,

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – From the show floor with HID Global

HID Global’s news at The Security Event (TSE) 2026, included a major collaborative European case study, and the booth was attracting interest with new products. While digesting project descriptions, Security on Screen’s roving reporter Jeremy Malies also spoke to Jaroslav Barton, (pictured, below, right), Director of Product Marketing, Physical Access Control. HID Global has introduced

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The Fire Safety Event 2026 video – Kidde Global Solutions

At the Fire Safety Event (FSE) 2026, that ran from April 28 – 30, alongside TSE at Birmingham’s NEC, FSE Premier Partner Kidde Global Solutions wowed stand visitors with its immersive virtual reality ‘Stargate’ Experience, including Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson who admits, “In 30 years of visiting trade shows, I’ve never experienced anything quite

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INTERSEC

Exclusive Video with Messe Frankfurt Middle East’s Nathan Waugh

In this exclusive interview, Peter Mawson caught up with Messe Frankfurt Middle East Portfolio Director, Nathan Waugh who explained about Intersec Global – “a brand and event that suits the purpose for now and into the future, so that all the involved brands and sectors operate in a much more integrated way.” It’s a chance

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – From the show floor with Reconeyez

Jeremy Malies visited the Reconeyez (Powered by VOSKER) stand at The Security Event (28-30 April) and interviewed marketing director Andy Keeley, who gave him some insight into the company’s latest products being showcased on the stand. “Vendors and manufacturers demonstrating the robust nature of PIR systems, particularly their value at sites with little or no

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – From the show floor with Teledyne FLIR

At The Security Event (TSE) this year, Security on Screen’s occasional roving reporter Jeremy Malies was pounding the show floor, visiting a selection of the interesting stands. Here, he visits the Teledyne FLIR booth and is given a tour by the company’s Regional Sales Manager for Security, Bob Groom. “The array of products on the

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World Police Summit 2026

World Police Summit date moves to November

Organisers of the World Police Summit have announced that they have moved the date of this year’s event from June 23-25 to November 16-18. Organisers say that this new strategic timing ensures the most enhanced edition yet, featuring a broader, more comprehensive agenda, wider delegation, institutional participation, new and expanded tracks and partnerships. Under the

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Converged Communication Solutions: The Changing Balance of Risk and Innovation

As generative AI technologies advance, many organisations are scrambling to understand the tech: not only how it might enhance operations, but also how it can be used to target and attack them. In this exclusive piece for Security on Screen, Robbie Ross, Cyber Security Lead at Converged Communication Solutions, offers his insight into the cybersecurity

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Global Situational Awareness – The MENA Weekly May 1

In its MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending May 1, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness focuses on the latest developments between Iran and the US, including Trump reviewing an Iranian proposal aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz, Israel and Hezbollah exchanging threats as strikes continue, Bahrain revoking citizenships over “glorifying” Iranian attacks, UAE announcing

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 – BSIA

On the stand of the British Security Industry Association, BSIA, at The Security Event (TSE) 2026, day two, Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson chats with CCO Paddy Kyle, who offers a quick update on the exciting things that the organisation is doing to support its members and the wider industry, including the launch of The Security End User

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 video – Women In Security Network (WiSE UK)

On the BSIA’s stand 5/L110, at The Security Event (TSE), the Women in Security Network (WiSE UK) had a significant presence. Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson met up with several of its members, including Co-Founder (and BSIA Head of Marketing and Communications) Liz Lloyd, and Co-Founders Sarah Cork, Debbie Carter, Camilla Kirkham, and Kate Dawes

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MILESTONE SYSTEMS SEB HUNT

Video: Milestone Systems Concept Centre with Sebastian Hunt

In the third and final video of our series covering the opening of the new Milestone Concept Centre in Aldgate, London, Peter Mawson this time speaks exclusively to Milestone Systems Technology Partner Manager, Strategic Alliances, EMEA, Sebastian Hunt. In this video Hunt explains a bit about his role, and the process for bringing technology partners on board,

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Thermal Radar

Thermal Radar: Uncompromised perimeter security with 360° thermal imaging surveillance

Even in today’s digital world, Thermal Radar knows that physical security remains a top priority. It is the first line of defence for protecting people, assets, and operations. However, modern perimeter protection requires more than traditional CCTV. Remote sites, critical infrastructure, and wide-area facilities need security systems that deliver reliable detection day and night, all

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video – Brivo

On day two of The Security Event (TSE) 2026, Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson met up on Brivo‘s stand (5/J50) with Founder and President of Brivo, Steve Van Till and a Brivo Integration Partner and Managing Director of Ajar Technology, Andrew Martin. Van Till highlighted some recent Brivo innovations including Brivo Security Suite, a unified

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TSE 2026 DETERTECH

The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video – DeterTech

DeterTech, the crime prevention specialist best known for its intelligence-led security solutions, and SmartWater, has recently partnered with Gallagher Insurance (formally Deacon) a specialist residential and commercial property broking business, in a bid to reduce crime and theft incidents through DeterTech’s intelligence-led predictive approach. On DeterTech’s stand (5/C42), National Account Manager Dan Skinner and Intelligence

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 video: Maxxess

Maxxess Systems is at The Security Event this year, where the company is showcasing a number of its solutions, including the 8.2 version of its software, which will enhance the system, while also offering new functions and features. In addition, Maxxess is exhibiting its eMobile solution, which offers end users private messaging functionality and allows

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video: Reconeyez

Mark Williams was appointed by Reconeyez (Powered by VOSKER) as VP of sales for EMEA in April this year, and at The Security Event on day one, he tells Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson that he joined because of the technology – pointing out the company’s developments in wireless detection and surveillance, and cloud-based analytics.

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video – Genetec

Along with its world-leading surveillance and access control solutions, Genetec also gathers together and compiles some of the most comprehensive research in the industry, in the form of its annual State of Physical Security Report, which interviews more than 7000 participants. In this exclusive round table session on day one at The Security Event (TSE),

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video: Quanika

Taking a space on Digifort‘s busy stand (5/J15) at The Security Event is Digifort partner, Quanika, and the company is showcasing its integrated security platform which supports many major security brands and products, including the recently-integrated HID Amico Reader, the Suprema Facestation Facial Recognition reader, and more. On day one at the show, Security on

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The Security Event (TSE) 2026 Video: Morse Watchmans

On day one of The Security Event (TSE) 2026, visiting the stand of TSE Premier Partner Morse Watchmans (Stand: 5/E20), VP Global Sales & Marketing, Tim Purpura introduces Security on Screen’s Peter Mawson to US Domestic Sales Manager, Jordan Andrews, and the three discuss the highlights of the stand, including the new KeyWatcher Sentinel, and the “incredible”

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DTX FBI HOWARD MARSHALL

EXCLUSIVE: FBI’s Howard Marshall from DTX: Using AI to defend against the convergence of cyber and physical threats

In this exclusive preview, ahead of his headline spot at the Digital Transformation Expo (DTX) tomorrow, Wednesday April 29, Howard Marshall, the Former Deputy Assistant Director at FBI’s Cyber Division, discusses new cyber threats and how artificial intelligence and machine learning can be used to help tackle them. For a long time, cyber conflict was

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Milestone Systems

Video: Milestone Systems Concept Centre with Martin McGrath

In the second video of our series, covering the opening of the new Milestone Concept Centre in Aldgate, London, Peter Mawson this time speaks exclusively to Milestone Systems Sales Director, UK & Ireland, Martin McGrath. In this video, the pair discusses the significance of the location, the purpose of the centre to showcase to reseller partners,

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: The MENA Weekly to April 24

In its MENA Weekly briefing for the week ending April 24, geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness focuses on the goings on in Iran, where Trump announced the extension of the Iran ceasefire, the US seizing of an Iranian cargo ship as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, Iraq reopening the Rabia border crossing to

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Milestone Concept Centre

VIDEO: Milestone Systems Concept Centre with VP Western Europe, Line Bang Riecke Hjardemaal

This week, (beginning April 20), Security on Screen Founder, Peter Mawson, had the privilege to be present at the opening of the new Milestone Concept Centre in Aldgate, London, where he got to speak exclusively with Milestone Systems Vice President for Western Europe, Line Bang Riecke Hjardemaal about the centre, which will showcase the latest

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Secure Logiq

“The evolution towards Secure Logiq was very natural evolution for me” – Franck Martinaux on his new role and Logiqal CORE Architecture

Secure Logiq made quite the impression with its latest innovation – Logiqal CORE Architecture, which it launched with some fanfare at Intersec in January. In this exclusive interview, we speak to the creator of the platform and the company’s new Director of Global Services and Innovation, Franck Martinaux about his background and how he came

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Reconeyez

Reconeyez appoints Mark Williams as Vice President – Sales EMEA, to drive regional growth and expansion

Reconeyez, a leading provider of AI-powered, autonomous security solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as Vice President – Sales EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as the company enters a new phase of international expansion, having joined the VOSKER group. Mark Williams is a well-known figure in the security industry, with a

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Global Situational Awareness

Global Situational Awareness: Ceasefire extension slows escalation, but Hormuz is becoming more violent

Geopolitical intelligence risk advisory firm Global Situational Awareness has released a new briefing for yesterday, PM (April 22) noting how the regional picture remains tense despite the ceasefire extension. Washington has delayed immediate strikes and left space for talks, but it has kept the blockade in place, preserving pressure on Tehran rather than easing it. Iran still

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SYNECTICS

Smarter surveillance for safer offshore operations: Synectics at OTC 2026

Synectics will showcase how integrated surveillance, monitoring and analytics technologies can help offshore operators eliminate critical risk blind spots at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in May 2026. Across onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities, drilling rigs, LNG developments, ageing assets and offshore wind installations, operators face a common challenge: maintaining safety, security and operational

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ITS America

ITS America Conference & Expo 2026 launches Cybersecurity & Data Zone in Detroit

 ITS America Conference & Expo, organized in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, announces the launch of the Cybersecurity & Data Zone at the June 9-12, 2026 event to address the evolving connected industry and the management of data and cybersecurity. The dedicated space within the Huntington Place Exhibit Hall in Detroit will showcase cutting-edge technologies designed to protect

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Assa Abloy

ASSA Abloy: Short-let residential provider expands Europe-wide with digital and remote access management

According to ASSA Abloy, travellers and residential renters increasingly prefer the convenience of digital access. These solutions also offer commercial benefits to businesses operating in these fast-growing sectors: it becomes faster and more cost-efficient for them to roll-out new sites and to manage access to them remotely without the need for expensive 24/7 front-desk operations.

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