Transport for West Midlands deploys IDIS 4Sight ANPR traffic management solution

A network of 200 IDIS cameras supporting ANPR image analysis software from 4Sight has been deployed to improve traffic management in the UK West Midlands region. Supporting efficient highways management and contributing to economic growth. The solution enables detailed analysis of traffic flows, helping to minimise congestion, reduce journey times, and improve safety. Systems integrator […]

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Teledyne FLIR launches Conservator software to accelerate AI development

Teledyne FLIR has announced the release of Conservator, a cloud-based dataset development subscription software for perception engineers using thermal infrared and visible image datasets to train neural networks. Subscribers also gain access to application specific segments of the Teledyne FLIR annotated image library of more than one million images with more than 100 object label

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Hikvision release 3rd Gen DeepinView LPR cameras

Hikvision announces its 3rd generation DeepinView License Plate Recognition (LPR) camera series. Powered by Hikvision’s Deep Learning algorithm, DeepinView LPR G3 cameras provide the ability to provide detailed wide-area surveillance with the added benefit of on-board analytics. “Our new DeepinView LPR G3 cameras combine the best in performance and value to provide security professionals with

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i-PRO and Vaxtor join forces to deliver ALPR apps on AI cameras

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions and Vaxtor has announced a global collaboration for its license plate recognition software, VaxALPR, to run on i-PRO AI-enabled models. These cameras can now integrate Vaxtor’s edge application, reportedly reducing system costs and complexity. With analytics carried out on the edge of i-PRO cameras, the on-camera solution does not need to stream

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Identity Methods releases Zero Trust framework to deliver future-first security

Identity Methods has launched a new whitepaper to help security practitioners get to Zero Trust within their organisations. As an independent company working with carefully selected strategic partners to maximise the value and security from IAM, governance and monitoring solutions, Identity Methods’ whitepaper comes at a time when Zero Trust looks set to transform the

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Dragos | Harnessing industrial cybersecurity technology for CNI

In this exclusive Q&A, Tony Atkins, Account Manager at Dragos discusses ransomware attacks targeting Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) across the globe in the last year as well as the technologies available to mitigate any future risk. What does the current state of critical infrastructure security look like within the UK and US? I have been

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Euralarm | Supply chain issues in the fire and security industry

In this article, Euralarm reports on the current issues in the supply chains and the effects for the fire and safety industry.  Since the corona pandemic introduced the world to the concept of “the new normal,” nothing is normal anymore. A simple incident can be disastrous for something as vital as the supply chain as

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Kiteworks appoints new Vice President of Sales, EMEA

Kiteworks has appointed Andreas Deliandreadis as its new Vice President of Sales, EMEA. With more than 20 years in technology and cybersecurity sales and business development in EMEA markets, Deliandreadis is responsible for driving international revenue growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).   Prior to joining Kiteworks, Deliandreadis was most recently Vice

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DHS launches first-ever cyber safety review board

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the establishment of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), as directed in President Biden’s Executive Order 14028 on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity. The CSRB is an unprecedented public-private initiative that will bring together government and industry leaders to elevate our nation’s cybersecurity. “The Biden-Harris Administration has taken

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Cato Networks delivers visibility and control of cloud application data risk

Cato Networks has introduced the Cato CASB, the first Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to deliver actionable value in under 60 minutes. Along with the Cloud Application Catalog launched last month, Cato provides the quickest to deliver and easiest to run solution for managing cloud application data risk. “CASB addresses a critical visibility and control

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Adarma says 96% of business leaders feel confident in defences despite almost 60% falling victim to ransomware

Adarma has released research findings from a nationwide ransomware study of 500 C-level executives at UK businesses with over 2,000 employees, aiming to investigate how organisations perceive today’s threats and how prepared they are to respond. The survey discovered a major disconnect in the way organisations think and act in the face of ransomware. The

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KnowBe4 announces fourth season of security training series “The Inside Man”

KnowBe4 has announced its blockbuster security awareness series “The Inside Man” is premiering its fourth season at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, Florida. It will also be premiered in London on the 17th of February at the Phoenix Arts Club. This season’s story takes the action on to a truly international stage. Mark Shepherd’s team of cyberwarriors

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An important year for AI and i-PRO ahead

With the explosion of AI-driven cameras expanding and changing the shape of the European security camera industry, i-PRO EMEA President Gerard Figols looks forward to a year of exciting progress in 2022. What’s on the horizon for the European Security Camera industry in 2022? It’s an amazing time for the industry. We will see ongoing

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Obrela acquires Encode to become one of Europe’s largest MDR players

Obrela Security Industries has acquired Encode, a Security Analytics and Response Orchestration provider. With cybercrime damages projected to cost the world $10.5 trillion by 2025, the importance of securing an organisation’s digital universe has never been greater. The acquisition means Obrela can offer its customers a more holistic package of services to detect and mitigate cyberattacks over their entire digital landscape.  “Our acquisition of Encode is an important milestone for Obrela and we are excited about the

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SOS Opinion | Staying ahead of the threat landscape, with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access

Peter Mawson speaks with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access about security professionals staying abreast of the latest thinking within the Middle East threat landscape. Register now to access ATG Access’ exclusive interview series with key security industry leaders (worth 4 CPD points): https://www.atgaccess.com/register-security-in-depth-gulf-focus“

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Cybereason identifies new malware variants used in global Iranian espionage campaigns

Cybereason has discovered previously unidentified malware variants being leveraged in two separate Iranian state-sponsored cyberespionage operations targeting a wide range of organisations in multiple global regions. One of the malicious operations is deploying ransomware against targets following data exfiltration in order to inflict damage to systems as well as to hamper forensic investigations, and the

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Redvision VMS1000 integrates with Cortech Datalog

Redvision has fully integrated its VMS1000 Video Management System with Cortech’s Datalog MV Comprehensive CCTV Management System. Stephen Lightfoot, Technical Director at Redvision, explains that “the hard-work and collaboration between the two companies has resulted in a swift and successful integration of the two products. The combination of Cortech Datalog and Redvision VMS1000 offers a

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Dahua USA launches three-in-one camera

Dahua Technology has announced the release of a Three-in-One Camera (TiOC) for its North America market, built to deter unwanted behaviour in three different ways. With warm-light LEDs, an active alarm with red and blue flashing lights, and two-way talk, the TiOC helps security operators take a proactive approach and stop incidents before they occur.

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Schoolgirls across the UK prepare for the NCSC’s CyberFirst Competition

Schoolgirls across the UK are preparing to put their digital skills to the test this week in a bid to be crowned cyber security champions. More than 130 schools will compete across 13 home nation and regional finals in the culmination of this year’s CyberFirst Girls Competition, run by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) –

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NAV named exclusive surveillance technical integration sponsor at 2022 World Game Protection Conference

North American Video (NAV) has again been named as the exclusive Surveillance Technical Integration Sponsor at the 2022 World Game Protection Conference (WGPC). The three-day event, which runs February 15th through the 17th at the Tropicana Las Vegas, attracts casino surveillance, gaming and regulations professionals from around the world to focus on new and emerging threats,

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UK organisations encouraged to take action in response to situation in Ukraine

UK organisations are being urged to bolster their cyber security resilience in response to the malicious cyber incidents in and around Ukraine.  It comes after the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is part of GCHQ, updated its guidance to UK companies and organisations last week.  While the Government is not attributing responsibility for the recent cyber incidents

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Virsec delivers new protection platform to mitigate attacks on server infrastructure

Virsec has announced its Deterministic Protection Platform (DPP), ensuring better protection against all known and unknown threats to software workloads, and reducing threat actor dwell time from minutes to milliseconds. Combining the broadest attack coverage and highest accuracy in the industry, DPP by Virsec protects server workloads across the entire runtime stack, eliminating false positives, when

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KnowBe4 releases new feature to compare fellow security cultures

KnowBe4 has launched a new Industry Benchmark feature that allows organisations to compare their security culture with others in their industry, creating an opportunity to evaluate key information around security culture with meaningful data. This feature is available via benchmark comparison data for KnowBe4’s Security Culture Survey (SCS).  KnowBe4’s science-based SCS helps security professionals tailor training to address proficiency gaps and weaknesses,

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Alcatraz AI names Greg Sarrail Senior Vice President of Sales

Alcatraz AI has hired Greg Sarrail to serve as the company’s first SVP of Sales. Sarrail is a global sales leader with two decades of diverse experience spearheading the business strategy and sales at leading multinational organisations. His valuable experience, commercial awareness, and expertise in leading by example will drive Alcatraz AI’s sales expansion.  Continuing

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Hikvision launches new audio and strobe light AcuSense Camera

Hikvision has built on its AcuSense surveillance cameras with the introduction of the new AcuSense Audio and Strobe Light Camera Series. The new camera series combines advanced machine learning with integral strobe lighting and audio warnings tin a single unit providing an effective autonomous solution for deterring intruders. The new Hikvision AcuSense Audio and Strobe

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The Ocean Race teams up with Acronis

Acronis has announced it will be the Official Cyber Protection Partner of the iconic ​​round-the-world sailing competition, The Ocean Race. The partnership will be supported by Ingram Micro as the Official #CyberFit Partner, inline with the Acronis #TeamUp Program. “Acronis is proud to support The Ocean Race, who are committed to sustainable operations in all

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UK Government launch Cyber Security Strategy to increase defence and resilience

Today, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Steve Barclay will outline how Britain’s public services are being strengthened to further protect them from the risk of being shut down by hostile cyber threats. The minister will discuss the cyber threat that government and wider public sector systems face in a speech today, as he launches

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Digital Security by Design enters next major phase

With the recent release of the Arm Morello Board, the UKRI’s Digital Security by Design initiative is entering its next major phase with the launch of the Technology Access Programme. Developed by Arm, the Morello Board will introduce a new approach to blocking security vulnerabilities in modern computer systems. The Morello board is a real-world test

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MOD spend worth almost £2 billion a year to Scotland

New figures from last week have shown Ministry of Defence (MOD) expenditure with industry and commerce in Scotland in 2020/21 was £1.989 billion, equivalent of £360 per person in Scotland. For the whole UK, the figure was £20.5 billion, working out at an average of £310 per person. UK Government Minister for Scotland Iain Stewart

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Mission 500 announces new names for advisory board

Mission 500 announces new Co-Chairpersons to its advisory board: Janet Fenner, President of Defined Marketing, and Tracy Larson, President and Partner at WeSuite. In addition, current board member Jason Lutz, Distribution Sales Leader at Resideo Technologies, will become Treasurer and Sarah Flanagan will be joining Mission 500 as Secretary to the board. “The Mission 500 Board is under exceptional leadership

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ITS America | Reflections from the Annual Meeting

Kristin White, J.D. is ITS America’s Chief Operating Officer reflects on ITS America’s Annual Meeting held in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the Charlotte Convention Center in December last year. As I fly across the country leaving the 2021 ITS America Annual Meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina, I’m reflecting on everything I learned, from our incredible

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Boon Edam’s North Carolina facility receives SHARP accreditation

Boon Edam has announced their North American manufacturing facility in Lillington, NC has received national Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) accreditation. Administered through the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the SHARP Recognition Program certifies employers that have established, implemented, and maintained exceptional workplace safety standards. By achieving SHARP status,

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IDIS announces distribution deal with NIMANS for end-to-end video solutions

Nimans has confirmed a new distribution agreement with IDIS, which will reportedly support Nimans’ customers with in-stock availability of end-to-end video solutions for various applications. The growth in demand for IDIS’s NDAA-compliant video technology means its solutions are now providing highly secure but affordable protection in settings ranging from the NHS, data centres, and corporate

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Axis Communications | assessing the response to Government’s Protect Duty consultation findings

Following the publication on 10 January 2022 of the Government’s response to the Protect Duty public consultation[1], which ran from 26 February to 2 July 2021, Axis Communications’ Steven Kenny, Industry Liaison, Architecture and Engineering, examines the assessment: “Axis welcomes the response from Government and, indeed, from the majority of respondents to the consultation who

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KnowBe4 releases Q4 2021 global phishing report

KnowBe4 has announced the results of its Q4 2021 top-clicked phishing report. “When comparing the results from the U.S. phishing emails to those in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), email subjects in the U.S. appear to originate from the users’ organisations and are focused on security alerts related to passwords and internal company policy

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Ground Labs launches Data Discovery Network to solve growing compliance requirements

Ground Labs has unveiled the Ground Labs Data Discovery Network, an expanded program for distributors, resellers, integrators, consultants and alliance partners to join into its partner ecosystem. Launched today, the Ground Labs Data Discovery Network enables partners to add award-winning data discovery and remediation to their existing solutions portfolios to build new revenue streams while helping

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NCSC publish guidance on trustworthy customer messages following a rise in text and call-based scams

NCSC have published new advice for businesses on creating trustworthy customer messages following a rise in text and call-based scams such as those involving fake parcel deliveries.  The guidance published today by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, sets out how businesses can contact customers via telephone and SMS in a

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Obrela Security | Dealing with the Fallout of the Log4j vulnerability

Christos Betsios, Cyber Operations Officer at Obrela Security Industries outlines the technical details behind the Apache Log4j vulnerability. Apache’s Log4j has been the target of one of the most significant cyber incidents in recent memory. If businesses are still unaware of the vulnerability, then the chances are that it is already too late. Put simply,

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Secure Logiq and Seagate join forces

Secure Logiq and Seagate are bringing together their combined strengths to create the ultimate storage solution for the video surveillance industry. This partnership will draw on Seagate’s world-renowned expertise in very high-density storage applications and Secure Logiq’s cutting edge understanding of the surveillance industry. This new partnership provides the perfect solution for security professionals in

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MOBOTIX confirms acquisition of Vaxtor Group

MOBOTIX has confirmed the acquisition of Vaxtor Group, a specialist in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deep Learning technologies Langmeil. Vaxtor’s OCR analytics technology, and in particular their Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) products, provide a wide range of solutions for numerous vertical market segments. With 100% in-house development, their technical vision, expertise, continuous R&D investment

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ASSA ABLOY acquires Vigil Health Solutions in Canada

ASSA ABLOY has entered into an agreement to acquire Vigil Health Solutions Inc, a Canada-based company, which develops and markets a technology platform combining software and hardware, providing solutions that guide care of and monitor residents in senior living communities. Vigil develops and markets a proprietary technology platform combining software and hardware to provide alarm systems

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Anand Subbiah named Secure Logiq Middle East Regional Director

Secure Logiq has named Anand Subbiah as its new Regional Director for the Middle East. The news follows the announcement that the British manufacturer has opened a dedicated Middle East office in Dubai. “With more than a decade of experience leading security businesses in both the UK and the Middle East, Subbiah was the natural

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Marco Emrich joins Alcatraz AI as Head of International Sales

Alcatraz AI has announced Marco Emrich is joining the company as Head of International Sales. Emrich brings his expansive experience to Alcatraz AI and will be key in scaling Alcatraz AI’s reach globally. This exciting new hire will further Alcatraz AI’s mission of bringing AI technology to every door for precise identity verification worldwide. Emrich will

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Tenable | YouTube shorts a haven for scammers using stolen TikTok videos

Satnam Narang, Staff Research Engineer at Tenable, has published the research as part of a wider foray into the murky world of social scammers. According to new research from Tenable, scammers are stealing existing short-form videos from TikTok and reposting them to YouTube Shorts, racking up millions of views and gaining tens of thousands of

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DigiCert acquires IoT cybersecurity provider Mocana

DigiCert has announced that it has acquired Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity provider Mocana. The combination of DigiCert and Mocana technologies will reportedly provide IoT manufacturers and operators with a comprehensive platform for managing security across the full IoT device lifecycle. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.  The acquisition strategically accelerates DigiCert’s presence

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SIA offers grants to UK charities with confiscated cash from criminals

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is calling on UK charities and community groups to register their interest for funds to support good causes. Organisations will be eligible to apply if they are a registered charity or not for profit organisation and are able to clearly demonstrate the positive impact of the grant to public protection.

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Teledyne FLIR announces two-year warranty for Neutrino SWaP & IS camera series

Teledyne FLIR has doubled its standard warranty to two years for Neutrino SWaP and Neutrino IS series designed for commercial, industrial, and defence original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and system integrators. With a cryocooler mean time to failure (MTTF), Neutrino can provide a cooled mid-wavelength infrared (MWIR) solution for imaging systems with size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP+C) constraints. Cooled

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Midwich acquires UK video security distributor DVS

Midwich has acquired UK video security product distributor DVS after taking a majority stake in Cooper Projects Limited, the parent company of DVS. Cardiff-based DVS was founded in 2003 as a specialist distributor of CCTV and associated video recording technologies, working primarily with HikVision. In the last few years, DVS has started to diversify its

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Case Study | Redvision and CVSS help protect Thorpe Park Resort

In this case study, security system supplier, CVSS installs an effective and compliant system from Redvision to secure Thorpe Park Resort. Before Thorpe Park Resort was established as one of the world’s largest visitor attractions, its estate was demolished in the 1930s, leaving behind a partially flooded gravel pit. This created a unique opportunity to

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Bosch Building Technologies plans to acquire Hoerburger AG

Bosch Building Technologies plans to acquire Hoerburger AG, headquartered in Waltenhofen, Bavaria, Germany. Bosch and the owners of Hoerburger AG signed corresponding agreements at the end of 2021. Hoerburger offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions focusing on building automation and energy management. The company reportedly has 45 years of experience in planning and

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ATG Access | Delivering physical security solutions to Intersec 2022

With over 70 tested and accredited products, ATG Access have the largest product portfolio in the industry of crash tested products to international standards. With local manufacturing facilities and an office located in the UAE, ATG Access have been operating within the GCC market for over ten years. Come visit ATG Access at this year’s

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The World Police Summit speaker line up | shaping the future of policing

High profile, global security event, the World Police Summit is the first of its kind to be held in the Middle East, taking place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre from 14-17 March 2022. Organised by dmg events and supported by Dubai Police, the conference and exhibition, which focuses on the future of policing, public safety

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RAF Shawbury deploy new Air Traffic system, securing 300 UK jobs

RAF Shawbury has installed a new operational Air Traffic Management System in a £1.5 billion contract transforming air traffic management for the UK military. Designed to ensure safe and resilient military flying operations, the contract will integrate and support modern, innovative equipment with existing infrastructure. Variations will be rolled out across more than 60 Ministry

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New Year, New Booth: Secure Logiq moves to a new location at Intersec 2022

Secure Logiq is starting 2022 on a positive note with a new location for the first tradeshow of the year, Intersec in Dubai. Secure Logiq will now be welcoming visitors to the event on stand S1-E46 at the Dubai World Trade Center taking place on January 16th-18th. The booth location is not the only new

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SOS Opinion | Reducing overall cost per terabyte TB, with Jermaine Campbell and Ben Yoxall

Peter Mawson speaks with Jermaine Campbell, Senior Sales Manager at Seagate Technology and Ben Yoxall Sales Director of Secure Logiq about whether the cost per terabyte (TB) can lower the overall total cost of ownership of a standard storage solution.

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Siemens adds two new KNX binary inputs to DIN-rail mounted device portfolio

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has added two new variants of KNX binary inputs to its portfolio of DIN-rail mounted devices. The new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 reportedly offer easy installation and intuitive operation and are available as potential-free and voltage-loaded versions in widths of 4 MU (4 binary inputs) and 8 MU (8

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ASSA ABLOY acquires Małkowski-Martech

ASSA ABLOY has acquired approximately 85.7% of the shares in Małkowski-Martech from the Małkowski family, through an off-market transaction. The purchase price for the 85.7% of the shares in the Company amounts to approximately MPLN 33. Małkowski-Martech is a Polish producer of fire rated curtains and gates, listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, NewConnect market.

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Alcatraz AI announces updated platform technology Alcatraz Platform V2

Alcatraz AI has announced the release of their updated platform technology, Alcatraz Platform V2. The new update reportedly includes enabling 3rd Party Access Control System software integration, lowering minimum system requirements, and enhancing troubleshooting tools, which will bring a simplified, and advanced experience to Alcatraz AI customers. New, seamless additions to Alcatraz AI’s Platform will

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BSIA appoints James Gribben as Chief Commercial Officer

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed James Gribben as its Chief Commercial Officer. James joins the Association bringing 20 years of commercial experience in the fire and security industry, specialising in leading sales and marketing roles. James has a strong track record in aligning marketing strategy with sales objectives for companies such as

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Hikvision release ColorVu G2 cameras

Hikvision has expanded and enhanced its line of ColorVu cameras with second generation technology that reportedly further increases performance to capture clear and colourful images even in the darkest environments. The improved and expanded line of ColorVu G2 cameras incorporates exceptional light-gathering technology employing advanced image processing algorithms and built-in lighting to provide colour surveillance

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Axis Communications | Six top trends for the physical security sector in 2022

Johan Paulsson, CTO at Axis Communications, covers six top trends predictions for physical security in 2022. As we look to 2022 it’s clear that matching the ongoing pace of technological innovation to an equal evolution in building trust in the use of technology is imperative. Trust is becoming increasingly important for individuals, organisations, and legislators,

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NATO trials Dstl standard for counter-drone systems

Originally developed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and Innovate UK, SAPIENT is an open software architecture that helps different sensors, interfaces and decision-making modules work together with little or no software engineering, and can improve efficiency through use of autonomy. With the misuse of small, widely available drones representing a significant and growing risk to

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viisights announces new VP of Global Marketing

viisights has announced the appointment of Ronen Sadan as Vice President of Marketing. Ronen reportedly brings extensive leadership experience in marketing and product management for established and start-up technology companies, including NovelSat, Siano Mobile, and Intel Corporation. In those roles, he demonstrated success in defining and bringing new products to market and managing strategic accounts.

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Toucan announces new security light camera with radar motion detection

Toucan has announced the Toucan Security Light Camera with radar motion detection, alongside Toucan Connect, a video conference product line with three new products – Toucan Conference System HD, Toucan Conference Speaker and Toucan Stream Webcam.   The company continues to lower the barrier for homeowners’ accessibility to smart home technology with weather resistant, easy-to-install and use options to increase home security. The Toucan Security Light Camera is designed to be sleek and compact with a built-in super bright 1200 lumens security light, accurate radar motion detection, crystal-clear night vision, 1920 x 1080

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BSIA launch regional security personnel rounds of British Security Awards

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is launching its 2022 celebration of the industry’s finest, the British Security Awards today, starting with the regional rounds of the security personnel categories.  Scheduled to take place on Wednesday 29 June at the Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square, the British Security Awards will celebrate the achievements made by security

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SOS Opinion | Advancing knowledge transfer, with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access

Peter Mawson speaks with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access about the company’s contribution to knowledge transfer and innovation within the Middle East. Register now to access ATG Access’ exclusive interview series with key security industry leaders (worth 4 CPD points): https://www.atgaccess.com/register-security-in-depth-gulf-focus“

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Glasgow Science Centre invests in Hanwha Techwin Cameras

Glasgow Science Centre has replaced an existing analogue video surveillance system which was unable to provide the features and image resolutions of the latest cameras and to create a safer environment for visitors to its extensive facilities, which include over 400 interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and a space zone. The contract was awarded to Scottish

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Total Economic Impact Study Finds ReliaQuest benefits

The results of a Total Economic Impact study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of ReliaQuest have shown that for a composite organisation, investments with ReliaQuest produced a return of investment (ROI) of 350% over three years, while increasing risk coverage and reducing the likelihood of a breach by 20%. Additionally, the composite ReliaQuest customer

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Carnival Cruise Line introduces facial biometrics at Port of New Orleans

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with Carnival Cruise Line, expanded the use of facial biometrics into the debarkation process at the Port of New Orleans, becoming the latest seaport to modernise efforts to revolutionise cruise travel. “As cruise travel resumes around our nation’s ports, CBP is working closely with the cruise industry to make

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Mobotix products “not at risk” from Log4j

Mobotix has announced that its products are not at risk from the critical vulnerability in Log4j. The announcement follows a detailed review by the manufacturer’s cybersecurity team. Log4j is an open source software component widely distributed on the internet and used by the largest companies in the world. on Friday, December 10, 2021, the Apache

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New additions and strong growth for Feedzai

The latest financial results from Feedzai show that it has experienced a 125% year-over-year growth in new Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in Q3. Large multi-year enterprise deals closed in the US, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM with 100% year-to-date growth in new logos. Feedzai recently announced the world’s first RiskOps Platform in a single cloud-based platform

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Cybereason XDR and EDR available on Google Cloud Marketplace

Cybereason’s Extended Detection and Response (XDR) and Cybereason Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions are now available on Google Cloud Marketplace. The AI-driven Cybereason platform delivers protection for endpoints, user personas, cloud and application workspaces. Google Cloud customers can now deploy the Cybereason platform to better protect their organisations from sophisticated cyberattacks. The cloud-native Cybereason

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A decade in the SafeZone

Ten years ago, CriticalArc launched the SafeZone safety, security and emergency management solution. The company’s co-founders, Glenn Farrant and Jahmai Lay, formed CriticalArc with a vision to revolutionise safety and security and over the last decade and the company has fulfilled that vision with unique capabilities available exclusively through SafeZone. CriticalArc’s co-founders identified fundamental advances

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Festival goers in Switzerland

The role of IT in securing publicly accessible locations

As successful vaccination programmes signal increasing freedoms across Europe, sports and music events, clubs, coffee shops, bars and other publicly accessible locations are once again opening up and welcoming patrons back. Yet, while Covid remains an ongoing challenge, it is the potential for terrorist activity that makes it increasingly necessary for event organisers to take

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SOS Opinion | Growth & challenges in the Middle East, with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access

Peter Mawson speaks with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access about the growth and challenges within the Middle East security market. Register now to access ATG Access’ exclusive interview series with key security industry leaders (worth 4 CPD points): https://www.atgaccess.com/register-security-in-depth-gulf-focus“

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Armis research finds lack of awareness towards cyber security

Armis has released the findings of a nationwide study of 2,000 UK employees that analysed their thoughts on the country’s cyber resilience and their own attitudes to security. The results demonstrate the lack of awareness towards cybersecurity in the UK. Despite 60% admitting to having been impacted by a cyber attack, the study found a general lack

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Hikvision introduces 4K UHD cameras with ColorVu and AcuSense technology

Hikvision has launched an expanded line of 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) cameras, with several models featuring the company’s ColorVu and AcuSense imaging technologies. The new 4K camera series reportedly delivers the next generation of high-performance imaging solutions to a wide range of users for mainstream applications. “Our new comprehensive portfolio of 4K cameras combines

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Digital Security by Design reinforced through new Government National Cyber Strategy

This week, the UK Government announced their new National Cyber Strategy, which officially launched on 15th December at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham. Stephen Barclay MP, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, will set out the Strategy’s vision for the UK to be a leading responsible and democratic cyber power, able to protect and

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ASSA ABLOY acquires B&B Roadway and Security Solutions in the US

ASSA ABLOY has acquired B&B Roadway and Security Solutions, a manufacturer of roadway safety, traffic control and perimeter security solutions in the US. “I am very pleased to welcome B&B Roadway and Security Solutions into the ASSA ABLOY Group. I welcome this complementary business, specializing in innovative perimeter security,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO

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TouchPoint acquires Morse Watchmans

TouchPoint acquires Morse Watchmans

Morse Watchmans, has been acquired by TouchPoint, a privately-held company focused on engineered products in growth markets where the touch point is a differentiating factor. Following the acquisition, Morse Watchmans will join TouchPoint’s Intelligent Inventory Management platform. This portion of the company focuses on developing inventory management solutions that enable the secure, accurate and efficient

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