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CertAlarm partners accredited new EN 54-5 and 54-7 standards

The EU has harmonised its standards for point heat detectors and point smoke detectors which will be mandatory from August 31, 2022. CertAlarm is now able to offer these certifications. Back in 2018, The Technical Committee CEN/TC 72 released two common standards – EN 54-5: 2017 + A1:2018, “Heat detectors – Point heat detectors”, and […]

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Dahua UK and Ireland launches virtual innovation centre

Dahua Technology UK and Ireland has created a feature-rich virtual experience dubbed the Virtual Innovation Centre as a way to counter the continued absence of face-to-face trade events during the pandemic. The innovation centre features immersive virtual reality, where visitors are able to walk through a pavilion and see Dahua’s latest product and technology innovations.

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Plymouth Rock adds refrigerated medical transport solution to UAVs

Plymouth Rock Technologies has announced the latest addition to its PRT X1 and XV UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) payload systems. MediMod is an active insulated refrigerated storage module that the manufacturer believes will have multiple medical uses and advantages, including assisting with the immediate need for rapid deployment of Covid-19 vaccine transportation to remote sites

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Ping Identity launches identity verification service

Ping Identity has launched PingOne Verify, a cloud service that helps enterprises verify their customers’ identities for rapid account onboarding, authentication and fraud prevention. The new service is the latest addition to Ping Identity’s suite of cloud services for identity and access management (IAM). “Enterprises need individuals to verify their identity to prevent fraud, but

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Exploring Hikvision’s temperature screening and metal detector solution

Hikvision is highlighting the capabilities of its temperature screening metal detector solution. The unit can be widely applied at building entrances with rapid installation and deployment and multiple functions, including accurate temperature screening and mask detection, metal detection with flexible adjustment and precise positioning.

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One Identity unveils new SaaS IGA and PAM Solutions

One Identity has released new software-as-a-service (SaaS) identity governance and administration (IGA) and privileged access management (PAM) solutions. Based on the One Identity Security Platform and designed with the full IGA and PAM capabilities of its Identity Manager and One Identity Safeguard solutions, the new SaaS offerings allow organisations to implement a Zero Trust model.

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Hosted video and access control sees sharp rise during the pandemic

There has been a sharp increase in the necessity for businesses to adopt hosted video surveillance (VSaaS) and access control (ACaaS) solutions according to new research into the impact of Covid-19 on physical security purchasing decisions. While 70% of 1,000 senior decision makers in IT, security, FM and HR roles agree this to be the

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Citadel Defense wins government contract

Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs. Citadel’s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective

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Alcatraz AI receives ISO 27001 certification

Access control specialist, Alcatraz AI has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISO 27001:2013 certification is an international standard designed to help create a robust ISMS that helps ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive company and customer information. “The Alcatraz team is proud to have achieved ISO 27001

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Assa Abloy unveils new SMARTair electronic escutcheon

Assa Abloy’s new SMARTair electronic escutcheon is a renewed and updated access control device that can reportedly be installed on any door – both internal and external. With multiple finishes and handles, this wire-free, battery-powered escutcheon is aimed at a variety of high traffic environments – from educational institutions to healthcentres, office spaces and co-working

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BSIA publishes ethical AFR framework

The British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) video surveillance section has published an ethical and legal use guide for automated facial recognition (AFR). AFR has been designed to improve the safety of people and speed up operational processes. However, the ethics of using this kind of technology needs to be regularly examined and reviewed. Following guidance

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Datto adds MSP voice to Ransomware Task Force

Datto has been invited by the Institute for Security and Technology to join its Multi-Sector Ransomware Task Force. As a founding member, Datto joins other world-renowned experts in the fight against cybercrime and will represent the managed service providers (MSP) community, focusing on the interests and needs of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). “Cybercriminals learn

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Successful Echo test for the Met Police

London’s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first ‘end-to-end’ test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security’s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met’s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force

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DigiCert completes migration of customers and partners to CertCentral

DigiCert has successfully migrated its customers and partners from multiple legacy Symantec enterprise, retail and partner TLS consoles to its award-winning DigiCert CertCentral and shut down legacy public TLS issuance systems. According to DigiCert, this milestone significantly improves the user experience, while consolidating DigiCert’s PKI operations, freeing resources to focus on innovation of customer-facing and

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MagicCube appointed to PCI Security Standards Council Board of Advisors

Software-Defined Trust specialists MagicCube has been appointed to the Board of Advisors at the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), whose role helps to ensure the security of card payment systems and determines international standards. MagicCube’s CTO and co-founder, Nancy Zayed, will sit on the board. “The Board of Advisors provides industry expertise and perspectives

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Paxton offers installers online face-to-face training

Paxton is using online face-to-face training to offer installers the opportunity to understand and implement the latest updates to its flagship access control system Net2, and newest combined access control and video management system, Paxton10. The manufacturer had resumed in-person training in a Covid-safe environment during December 2020, but the third UK-wide lockdown has since

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OSSA joins Euralarm

The Open Security and Safety Alliance (OSSA) has joined Euralarm. By joining the Security Section within Euralarm, OSSA will contribute valuable expertise in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT), while leveraging on Euralarm’s profound relationships in the European security and safety markets. Founded in 1970, Euralarm represents the fire and security categories by providing

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Siemens launches compact PA/VA solution

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has unveiled a compact version of its Cerberus Pace Modular public address voice alarm (PA/VA) solution. The manufacturer states that Cerberus Pace Modular and Compact offer a comprehensive PA/VA solution, which can be integrated with fire protection and danger management systems.  “Thanks to the Cerberus Pace systems, the user can cover all

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Security Compass expands e-learning with hands-on Virtual Lab

Security Compass has launched a hands-on Virtual Lab which it describes as complementary to its existing e-learning course offerings and training solutions. The new Security Compass training lab provides practical opportunities for developers to deepen their understanding of common vulnerabilities and gain the skills necessary to build secure software. Armed with knowledge about the OWASP

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Annke ships smart security products to 36 more countries

Annke has expanded the potential market for its smart security products by adding 36 more countries to the list it ships to. The new countries that are included on the shipping list are from Africa, South America and Central America and mean that the manufacturer now ships to 123 countries worldwide. “Recently, a lot of

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Radiflow sees record year for growth and revenues

Cybersecurity solutions for industrial automation networks specialist, Radiflow, has announced significant growth in revenues and bookings following the launch of new products in 2020 and continued international expansion. “Although last year has been a challenge for many vendors due to the impact of the global pandemic reducing overall IT spending, the OT cybersecurity space has

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Dallmeier unveils Picoline 5050 series

Dallmeier has launched the Picoline 5050 series of ultracompact fixed dome and varifocal box cameras. According to the manufacturer, the series delivers “5 MP performance in an exceptionally compact format”. The 5050 series dome cameras are available with compact, sturdy housing variants and have a fixed focus lens with a focal length of 2.5mm. The

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BSIA Chief joins ECHO board

Mike Reddington, Chief Executive of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), has been appointed to the ECHO (Electronic Call Handling Operations) Board of Directors with immediate effect. Reddington’s appointment is a result of Dave Wilkinson stepping down in December 2020 to focus on key activities in his ongoing role of Director of Technical Services at

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Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract

Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a

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Altronix appoints new Northeast Sales Manager for the US

Altronix Corp has named Steve Stettner as its new Sales Manager for the Northeast region in the US. With more than four decades of industry experience, the manufacturer regards Stettner as extremely well versed in every facet of electronic security, including IP video, access control, and alarm and fire detection systems. The territory covered by

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Ajax Systems opens third regional R&D office

Smart security systems manufacturer, Ajax Systems, has expanded its geography and opened its third R&D office. The new office is located in Vinnytsia in west-central Ukraine and is scheduled to open in February 2021. The previously opened Kharkiv office showed the manufacturer the success that was possible with regional development teams. Ajax is planning to

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Industrial Defender creates IT-OT integration lab

Industrial Defender has launched an IT-OT integration lab. The lab has been created to accelerate advancements in the industrial control system (ICS) cybersecurity space by providing a real-world setting to experience new technologies virtually. This IT-OT Integration Lab will be used to research and develop emerging technologies and test cybersecurity integrations. In addition to this,

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KnowBe4 finds rise in work from home-related phishing attacks

KnowBe4’s Q4 2020 top-clicked phishing report reveals that work-related email subjects such as corporate policy changes are becoming more popular with the coronavirus pandemic continuing to keep more people working from home. Covering the entire fourth quarter, real phishing emails that were reported to IT departments related to working from home are on the rise.

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Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar

The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales’ NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities. Thales describes its NS50 as “the world’s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market”. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification

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DataLocker launches its most secure managed large-capacity USB drive

DataLocker has released what it describes as an entirely new breed of encrypted USB drive. The DL4 FE delivers security and remote management in a small-form-factor USB drive with capacities up to 15.3 TB. “The onslaught of attacks by state actors, hackers and cyber cartels continues,” said Jay Kim, CEO of DataLocker. “Threat actors are

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Montana State University-Northern secures school with Napco

Montana State University-Northern is using Napco Security Technologies products in a school security project. The university is located in Havre and has more than 1,000 students on its over 100-acre campus. The project includes the installation of Napco’s Continental Access division access control products and Alarm Lock division Trilogy Networx locks which will provide an

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Barmak Meftah added to Nozomi Networks board of directors

Nozomi Networks has appointed Barmak Meftah to its board of directors. A successful business leader in enterprise security, Meftah has more than 25 years of experience building enterprise SaaS and cybersecurity companies. Most recently, he was President of AT&T Cybersecurity, a role he assumed after the acquisition of AlienVault, where he served for six year

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Cybersecurity failure identified as ‘clear and present danger’ by World Economic Forum

Cybersecurity failure has been ranked fourth in the ‘clear and present danger’ category of the World Economic Forum Global Risks Report 2021. The 16th edition of the report is based on the results of the Global Risks Perception Survey which is completed by over 650 members of the World Economic Forum’s diverse leadership communities. This

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DigiCert grows in the Nordic region

DigiCert has announced details of its expansion within the Nordic region. The company has signed its 30th partnership agreement and added to its regional leadership team while adding to its regional customer base. The company now has 30 strategic partnership agreements within the region amongst major systems integrators, solution providers and global consultancies. The list

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360 Vision Technology hosts radar imaging webinar

360 Vision Technology is set to host a free-of-charge radar technology webinar on Thursday 4th February, 10am-11am. The webinar will explore basic principles, applications, design considerations and systems integration, and is supported with a selection of installation examples. Aimed at security consultants and system designers, the webinar’s content looks at a variety of market applications,

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Paxton Key app upgraded within Paxton10

The Paxton Key app has been upgraded within Paxton10, enabling smart devices to become contactless access tokens and offering a new remote site management functionality. “We are delighted to be able to offer Paxton10 users the Paxton Key app update,” said Gareth O’Hara, Paxton’s Chief Sales Officer. “Our Smart Credentials are free with no hidden

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Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data

Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and

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Bosch offers built-in AI with Autodome IP starlight 5100i video camera

Bosch states that its new Autodome IP starlight 5100i offers enhanced image quality and built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help operators react before a potential situation occurs. Designed for outdoor surveillance applications when light levels vary, the Autodome IP starlight 5100i has a new ½ inch camera sensor offering 4MP resolution and 20x optical zoom

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Ipsotek awarded security contract at Katara Cultural Village

Ipsotek has been awarded a security systems project at the Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Qatar, in partnership with Mannai Trading Co, a Qatari based company listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange. Ipsotek’s VISuite AI platform and VISuite FR facial recognition system have been selected and approved by the Qatar Ministry of Interior to improve

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UK’s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support

Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a £76 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK’s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers,

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Altronix expands NetWay family

Altronix has released new environmentally hardened PoE Switches and powered media converters supporting the latest 802.3bt PoE devices. According to the manufacturer, these end-to-end PoE and fibre long-distance solutions allow multiple high-powered IP devices such as multi-sensor cameras, IR or White Light illuminators and wireless access points to be deployed in remote locations with or

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SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the

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US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities

Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP’s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC)

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CISA report highlights threats against cloud services

The latest analysis report from the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has highlighted some of the common attack vectors used in cyberattacks against various organisations cloud services and techniques to defend against them. The report states that “threat actors are using phishing and other vectors to exploit poor cyber hygiene practices within a

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Assa Abloy sells Gardesa

Assa Abloy has sold its Italian residential door business within Gardesa to Italy-based Bertolotto and is in the final stages to sell its remaining shutter business – a process expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2021. Gardesa is an Italian manufacturer of residential security doors and roller shutters, headquartered in Cortemaggiore, Italy

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I.X unveils wireless secure eBadge for authentication, data encryption and entrance control

I.X is stating that it has created the world’s first wireless secure eBadge for authentication and data encryption. With the global patent three-key authentication mechanism (Smartphone, IX wireless eBadge, I.X security platform) along with Blockchain technology, I.X provides the highest level of security control over software combining with physical key and the exclusive 2FA secondary

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Ping Identity wins Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award

Ping Identity has won with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, recognising it as a ‘Best Place to Work’ in 2021. The annual Employees’ Choice Award is based solely on the input of employees who provide anonymous feedback about their job, work environment and employer on Glassdoor. Ping Identity was recognised as a Best Place to

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Hikvision UK & Ireland introduces Ultra MinMoe Terminals

Hikvision UK & Ireland has announced a webinar to launch the manufacturer’s new Ultra MinMoe Terminals. Business Development Manager, Louise Parsons, Product Specialist, Daniel Hawkins, and Product Manager, Lynn Zhang will lead the session which takes place on January 15th at 11am. The event will introduce the MinMoe Face Recognition Terminal Ultra Series, DS-K1T680 as

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£3m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2

The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK’s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond. Nine projects have been funded,

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Forrester recognises Synopsys as a leader in static application security testing

Synopsys has been recognised as a leader in The Forrester Wave: Static Application Security Testing, Q1 2021. The report identifies the 12 most significant vendors in the static application security testing (SAST) market and evaluates them against 28 criteria in three high-level categories: current offering, strategy and market presence. Synopsys’ Coverity SAST solution received the

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BSIA launches first phase of 2021 British Security Awards

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has kicked off the 2021 British Security Awards with the regional rounds of the security personnel categories. This first phase of the awards will identify the regional winners and national finalists of the five security personnel categories: Best Newcomer, Best Team, Security Manager of the Year, Outstanding Act and

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Cybereason collaborates with Intel

Cybereason will adopt new Intel Hardware Shield protections for ransomware available on the 11th Gen Intel Core vPro mobile platforms. The company states that its multi-layered protection, in collaboration with Intel Threat Detection Technology, will enable full-stack visibility to uncover ransomware attacks. “This collaboration with Intel to add CPU based threat detection bolsters our long

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IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE

Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February. International visitors to the UAE must present their

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The latest in smart home security unveiled at CES 2021

CES is always a hotbed for the latest innovations in consumer tech, and even though the 2021 edition is virtual, there is no shortage of new technology to discover. The most important aspect of this for security professionals is the new equipment for smart homes. With everything from the latest IoT cameras to networking gear,

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Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach

A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact. “We are actively working with domestic and

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Ifsec Tech Talks return for 2021

Ifsec International has announced that its Tech Talks initiative is back for 2021. Designed for security professionals to discover new products and services and connect with potential suppliers, Ifsec Tech Talks will take place on Tuesday 26th January and is free to attend. Comprising a series of live or prerecorded webinars, viewers will have the

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Harper Security selects Optex sensors for rural protection

Optex’ range of Intelligent Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors have been deployed by Harper Security Systems to cover three properties in the UK Home Counties and Lincolnshire. The sensors are using a combination of the manufacturer’s PIR sensors to protect property, people and other important assets including horses from the dangers of vandalism and theft. “We

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Dahua Technology receives ISO/IEC 27701 certification

Dahua Technology has received an ISO/IEC 27701 Certificate from the British Standards Institution (BSI). ISO/IEC 27701 is a privacy extension to the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management and ISO/IEC 27001 Security Controls standards. It provides guidance on the protection of privacy, including how organisations should manage personal information, and assists in demonstrating compliance with privacy

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Genetec opens new Austrian office

Genetec has opened its 16th global office in Vienna, Austria. Ideally located to support the company’s expanding footprint in Central Europe and serve as a hub for the DACH region, the new office in Vienna will support the company’s fast-growing R&D, regional sales and support teams. With a multilingual staff representing 18 nationalities, the Austria

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Klaus Kiener reappointed as Mobotix CFO

The supervisory board of Mobotix has reappointed Klaus Kiener as the company’s chief financial officer until March 31st, 2023. He will continue to be responsible for Finance, Corporate Planning, Investor Relations, Legal/Compliance/Data Protection, Organisation, IT Services, Purchasing and Logistics/Customs. Kiener was significantly responsible for the development and successful implementation of the restructuring programme “Fit for

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Idis joins virtual Security Middle East Expo

Idis video solutions are now on show at the Security Middle East Expo, an interactive virtual event taking place from 1st January to 31st March 2021. “The Covid-19 pandemic has tested everyone’s resilience,” noted Jamil Al Asfar, Senior Sales Manager, Idis Middle East and Africa. “Idis has developed credible and practical solutions to help reduce

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Booz Allen invests in Tracepoint

Booz Allen Hamilton has made a strategic investment in Tracepoint. The company, co-founded by Plexos Group and several industry experts, specialises in supporting cyber insurance carriers, lawyers, brokers, and their clients through crises. The reportedly enhances the ability of both Tracepoint and Booz Allen to defend clients against a growing number of debilitating cyber threats.

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Ditek Networks unveils PoE+ Switches for security integrators

Ditek Networks has launched a new line of Gigabit Power over Ethernet (PoE+) network switches designed for industrial applications. The products in this new line, which includes both 4-port and 8-port models, are built with a metal case and feature a fanless design that reportedly delivers a high PoE power budget. This new line gives

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CES recognises Security & Safety Things

Security and Safety Things has been named a CES 2021 Innovation Awards Honouree for its open IoT platform and Application Store for smart security cameras as part of the Software & Mobile Apps category. The announcement was made ahead of the first-ever, all-digital CES 2021, happening January 11 – 14, 2021. “Our vision is that

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Ping Identity adds Paul Martin to board of directors

Paul E. Martin has joined Ping Identity’s board of directors. Martin is described by Ping as an acclaimed IT visionary with international experience, boardroom acumen, and award-winning IT innovation accolades. Martin most recently served as CIO and senior vice president for Baxter International Inc., where he led the company’s global IT strategy, operations, security and

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Motorola Solutions grows cybersecurity services

Motorola Solutions has expanded its cybersecurity services to help public safety and enterprises continuously secure their mission-critical operations. The company’s expanded cybersecurity services have been designed to help public safety and enterprise customers better defend their information networks, employees and assets against today’s threats. “Securing our products, software and customer networks to deliver public safety

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Idis America expands sales team

Idis America has named Sal Mastropole as its new South-Eastern US Sales Manager. The move is part of the manufacturer’s strategy of strengthening integrator partnerships to further support customers and building on its market strength in growth sectors including education, real estate, logistics and the cannabis market. Mastropole has extensive experience of designing, selling and

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MBDA wins £550 million contract from UK MoD

MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at £550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK’s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK’s F-35B Lightning jets. “MBDA is

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Boon Edam educates architects on the role of security entrances

Boon Edam has created a new continuing education course called Closing the Gap in Physical Security: Addressing the Entry. Approved by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), architects can view this one-hour presentation in exchange for one Health, Safety and Welfare Continuing Education Unit (HSW CEU) towards their AIA accreditation. The course focuses on the

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Eagle Eye Networks highlights its 2021 video surveillance trends

Eagle Eye Networks is predicting that the events of 2020, combined with technological advances and adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence for video surveillance, will make 2021 a transformational year for the industry. Hans Kahler, the manufacturer’s Vice President of Operations explains more.

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BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft. “The ability to meet this unprecedented

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Teledyne to acquire Flir for $8 billion

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and Flir Systems, Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement under which Teledyne will acquire Flir in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately US$8 billion. The transaction, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies, is expected to close in the middle of 2021, subject to

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Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry/exit system

The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland’s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry/Exit System (EU-EES)

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IBM works with with AWS on security for hybrid cloud

IBM Security has announced new technology initiatives leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to help clients simplify and extend their security visibility across AWS and hybrid cloud environments. The projects include integrations with AWS security services, quick start deployment for key IBM Security technologies, as well as consulting and managed security services support. “IBM Security

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Noname launches to tackle enterprise API security

A new player has joined the enterprise API security sector with the launch of Noname Security. The company launched with US$25 million in funding from Lightspeed, Insight Partners and Cyberstarts. Noname describes itself as a holistic security platform that lets enterprises see and secure managed and unmanaged APIs exposed by the organisation, consumed by the

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Romanian Border Police opt for Motorola Solutions bodycams

The Romanian Border Police has invested in more than 3,000 Motorola Solutions VB400 body-worn cameras. These will be deployed alongside back-end evidence management software, VideoManager, across the force. The Romanian Border Police are responsible for approximately 3,150 km of borders, dealing with a variety of challenges, from securing and controlling the state borders to ensuring

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Assa Abloy integrates with Connected Technologies, Ban-Koe Companies and Matrix Systems

Assa Abloy Opening Solutions has announced three new technology integrations with third party manufacturers. The Aperio wireless lock technology has been integrated with Connected Technologies’ Connect ONE cloud-hosted management platform and Ban-Koe Companies’ vIDix Control security management system, while the manufacturer’s IP-enabled PoE (Power over Ethernet) and Intelligent Wi-Fi access control locks have been integrated

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