IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) has broken new ground in cybersecurity with IDEMIA Sphere HSM launch, the second milestone of its cybersecurity suite unveiled in July this year. This strategic expansion marks IST’s foray into the booming Hardware Security Module market to offer organisations unique and flexible protection for their most critical assets – data and […]
Synectics has announced that it has received LenelS2 factory certification as part of its LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP) membership. Synectics’ security and surveillance software, Synergy, seamlessly interfaces with the OnGuard® v8.3 access control system, enabling customers to harness the full capabilities of both platforms with confidence and ease. “Synectics has completed the required factory testing
Intersec Saudi Arabia hosted a pivotal session yesterday, highlighting the lessons learned from the Grenfell Tower fire in London, the Ghost Ship warehouse fire in Oakland, California, the Marco Polo high-rise fire in Honolulu, Hawaii, and addressing the critical need for collaborative global fire safety frameworks. Led by Jim Pauley, President and Chief Executive Officer
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Morse Watchmans is highlighting its flagship KeyWatcher Touch and full suite of electronic key and asset management solutions at GSX 2025 in New Orleans. Attendees can visit Booth #3713 to explore how Morse Watchmans technologies help organisations secure keys, protect assets, and strengthen operational accountability. “KeyWatcher Touch continues to set the standard in key management, providing organisations with
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At Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, HID reaffirmed its leadership in identity and access control with a lineup of solutions designed to advance security while streamlining the user experience. This includes cutting-edge mobile access technology, passwordless authentication and a comprehensive portfolio of high-definition, high-security printers and cloud-based issuance platforms, all designed to improve operational efficiency
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Crime analysts at DeterTech, a trusted security partner to critical infrastructure and law enforcement are warning of a major rise in reported incidents of copper and cable theft across Greater Manchester and Lancashire. Believed to be orchestrated by Organised Crime Groups (OCGs), the direct to threat to UK infrastructure is being driven by the sustained high
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The BSIA is proud to announce its new, members-only portal – designed with functionality for documents, events, and collaborative spaces. The members portal allows BSIA membership to favourite, save, and download secure guidance and publications, purchase tickets for prestigeous BSIA events, and access forums for their sections to discuss key issues with industry stakeholders. Why
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As geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve, Intersec Saudi Arabia hosted a high-level panel discussion featuring experts and academics from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Naif Arab University for Security Sciences andthe National Security Services Company (SAFE). Titled “Beyond Borders: Regional and Global Security Cooperation in a Shifting Geopolitical Climate”, the insightful
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OPTEX has launched REDSCAN Lite LiDAR sensor, designed to provide extremely precise and ultra-fast, short-range detection across indoor high-security environments. As the latest addition to OPTEX’s award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR range, the REDSCAN Lite RLS-1010L has been specifically developed to provide total coverage and protect high-risk security zones and vulnerable, narrow indoor spaces that are difficult
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Intersec Saudi Arabia was officially opened today (29 September 2025) by Prince Dr. Abdulaziz Bin Mohammed Bin Ayyaf Al Muqrin, Private Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Vice Minister of Interior. Taking place until 1 October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC), this year marks the event’s strongest edition
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Paxton has released a new case study detailing a recent project at Bringing Hope, a Birmingham-based charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities and individuals across the city. To enhance building security and streamline access for staff, volunteers, and visitors, Bringing Hope partnered with ID Security Systems, a Birmingham-based specialist in integrated electronic security solutions. With over
On Call, one of the country’s strongest performing independent installers, having grown its user base to over 20,000 registered customers nationwide, has introduced its own home security system to the domestic UK market, with the new components combining with 24/7 monitoring service to offer cost competitive domestic security offering to the UK market. Company CEO,
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Datapath has added to its global network of demo and training facilities with a comprehensive refresh of its new demo facility at its Derby, UK headquarters. Datapath has teamed up with Absen, B-Tech AV Mounts, and SPF Consoles to demonstrate a complete control room solution of video processing and distribution, LED video wall displays, mounts, CCTV, and consoles —
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Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in physical security entrances, will spotlight its latest integrated solutions at GSX 2025, designed to address evolving security risks and stringent compliance requirements. Attendees can visit Booth #2739 in New Orleans from September 29 to October 1 to experience these solutions firsthand. “The strongest perimeter and interior security systems demand robust entry
Leading online security publication, Security on Screen has once again been named as the official video content partner for the middle east’s largest security trade show, Intersec 2026, happening from January 12-14, in Dubai, UAE. In its role as official content partner, the Security on Screen team will be at the show, interviewing key players
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It has been reported that Co-op has confirmed that the cyber attack it suffered earlier this year cost the retailer at least £206m in lost revenues. Here, experts from CybaVerse and Converged respond to the news. Simon Phillips, CTO of Engineering, CybaVerse: “These figures highlight the true cost of cyber crime today and reinforce that it
Securitas will debut its North America initiative, “Security, Meet Humanity,” at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, taking place from September 29 to October 1 in New Orleans. At Booth #1927, attendees will experience how Securitas integrates intelligence, technology, and human expertise to build proactive, adaptive, and purpose-driven protection strategies. The booth will feature client-led panel discussions, immersive activations, and
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CellGate will showcase its latest innovations at GSX 2025 in New Orleans, September 29th–October 1st, at Booth #3939 in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The annual GSX conference attracts top-tier professionals directly responsible for purchasing and implementing security solutions across a broad range of industries. CellGate will be debuting a number of new products it
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Alpha Vision has announced its participation in Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, taking place September 29 – October 1 at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. At Booth #3500, Alpha Vision will unveil its most advanced innovations yet, showcasing how AI agents and automated workflows are reshaping security across industries including retail, multifamily housing, parking, and construction. At the heart of
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Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced yesterday that its Paragon walk-through metal detector had met the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) Standard 2.1 with SMD performance requirements. Meeting the laboratory testing requirements and subsequently receiving the review and endorsement of the ECAC CEP Management Group is the most stringent prerequisite to achieving ECAC certification and grants automatic eligibility for EU approval of
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A growing cyber skills crisis is forcing 64% of the organisations across EMEA to take risky shortcuts and temporary fixes to meet security demands, according to new research from Insight Enterprises. In the UK, the problem is equally acute. 67% of organisations report a cybersecurity skills shortage, with over half (56%) describing the impact as “severe”
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Pyronix announces the launch of DoorbellCam2, the latest addition to its growing portfolio of smart surveillance products. Designed with advanced IoT technology and enhanced security features, DoorbellCam2 offers a comprehensive and intelligent solution for modern property protection. DoorbellCam2 arrives from Pyronix as the latest evolution of its award-nominated smart doorbell camera, delivering a host of
RightCrowd will use their slot on booth #2061 at GSX 2025 in New Orleans to highlight the power of unified security ecosystems. At booth #2061, RightCrowd executives will discuss how organisations can build end-to-end security solutions by leveraging the industry’s most comprehensive library of technology integrations. Building Beyond Silos: The Integration Advantage Enterprise security leaders
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Safeture has announced the launch of Safety Check, a groundbreaking feature now available on the Safeture platform. Designed to empower organisations during critical incidents, Safety Check enables faster, more effective responses by combining rapid outreach with streamlined case management. Stay in Control During Disruptive Events Safety Check provides organisations with instant clarity when it matters
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To mark the start of Fire Door Safety Week 2025, Abloy UK has called for action to improve fire door compliance, following new statistics that show a concerning increase in fires and fire-related deaths and injuries across England. The latest figures reveal that in the year ending March 2025, Fire and Rescue Services attended 142,494
Genetec has announced new intelligent automation (IA)-powered investigation capabilities in Security Center SaaS to help operators quickly locate video evidence, understand the context surrounding an event and close cases in minutes. For many organisations, investigations still involve hours of scrubbing through video and switching between systems. The new capabilities in Security Center SaaS centralise investigation workflows
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Each year, GSX features timely and engaging education sessions and this year is no different. Here, the event takes a deeper dive into what attendees can expect from their dynamic keynote speakers. “Our keynotes will kick-off the day’s educational sessions and inspire our attendees for the learning and professional development ahead, discussing topics like leadership and AI and so much more. “The
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Recently, Security on Screen Founder and Director, Peter Mawson, got the chance to sit down with the Executive Director of the The Institute of Strategic Risk Management, Dr David Rubens in a wide ranging conversation which covered several topics including the ISRM and what it does, as well as current goings on in the world,
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DTX + UCX London will open its doors at ExCeL on 1-2 October 2025 for its 20th anniversary.With an unrivalled lineup of speakers including Olympic Champion, Mo Farah, The Times Technology Business Editor, Katie Prescott, plus technology leaders from Bet365, ITV, Selfridges, Virgin Active, Centrica, Santander and the NFL, this year’s event is not to be
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360 Vision Technology has launched a revolutionary ‘Digital Twin’ online 3D virtual environment that is set to transform how customers, consultants and partners engage with the brand’s products. Designed as an interactive online showroom, the cutting-edge 3D environment allows visitors to walk through a virtual display of 360 Vision’s product range – using a standard
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NinjaOne’s NinjaOne for Government has achieved the Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (FedRAMP) Authorisation at the Moderate Impact Level. This milestone makes it easier for Federal IT teams to modernise IT with NinjaOne automated endpoint management that increases productivity, reduces risk, and lowers costs while adhering to Federal compliance standards. Federal IT teams must
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ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio KL100 Wireless Cabinet Lock has been presented with the Kings Excellence Award for Exemplary Product Design of the Year. The Aperio KL100 is designed for integrating cabinets and lockers with a digital access management system and despite a low-profile footprint, the Aperio KL100 adds powerful digital security to lockers, cabinets, cupboards, drawers
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A growing cybersecurity skills crisis is forcing 64% of the organisations across EMEA to take risky shortcuts and temporary fixes to meet security demands, according to new research from Insight Enterprises. In the UK, the problem is equally acute. 67% of organisations report a cybersecurity skills shortage, with over half (56%) describing the impact as “severe”
RGB Spectrum has announced the successful deployment of its advanced audiovisual technology at the new Real Time Information Center (RTIC) for the Clovis Police Department, located in Clovis, California. This next-generation RTIC integrates real-time data from citywide cameras, license plate readers, drone feeds, dispatch systems and body-worn cameras to provide a single, unified view of public safety operations.
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Abloy UK is highlighting the growing need for improved security and access control in schools, colleges and universities, as new figures reveal the scale of risks facing educational institutions across the UK. A recent survey of 500 schools found that 80% had experienced criminal activity such as theft, vandalism or trespassing in the past year,
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DigiCert has announced the acquisition of Valimail, a company that specialises in zero trust email authentication delivered as a service. With more than 92,000 clients worldwide, up 70% this past year, Valimail is viewed by some as a leader in protecting organisations from phishing, spoofing, and domain-based threats. The acquisition advances DigiCert’s strategy of delivering end-to-end
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The security technology manufacturer Paxton has made it even easier for security installers to benefit from its popular loyalty programme, Paxton Rewards, with points now added automatically when purchasing through approved distribution partners. Installers no longer need to scan barcodes or upload invoices. Instead, points are awarded in arrears and added directly to their account on
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As AI becomes more embedded in our cities, businesses and public spaces, the issues of ethics, privacy and responsibility take centre stage – as Network Optix explores. Technology With Consequences “AI and VI bring enormous promise when used responsibly. With the ability to improve operational efficiency and safety in fields like construction, healthcare, security, and
Fire safety in airports will be highlighted at the Fire Protection and Technology Summit at Intersec Saudi Arabia, taking place from 29 September to 1 October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC). On the opening day of the event, representatives from King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) will share strategies for safeguarding both
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Axis Communications has announced the 2025 schedule for its highly successful OPEN event series, with dates in London and Helsinki. OPEN provides a unique and intimate occasion for systems integrators, distributors, and consultants, as well as end-customers, to meet for an inspiring and educational day that focuses on the challenges and opportunities arising from the
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SEON has announced the close of its $80 million Series C round of funding, which was led by Sixth Street Growth with participation from existing investors IVP, Creandum and Firebolt and new investors including Hearst. This round brings SEON’s total funding to $187m and accelerates already rapid adoption in North America alongside further global expansion. SEON will
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Milestone Systems is proud to present Milestone XPerience Days Dubai 2025 (WMXK2025), taking place September 16-17, at The Royal Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah, in Dubai. Now fully booked, the event kicks off at 6pm tomorrow, welcoming guests with cocktails, while the Plenary and Expo runs from 8am until 4pm on September 17. A Gala dinner will
While the value of data is very much known, Seagate explains how data is now seen as the defining asset of the AI economy. “Data has often been called the “new oil” or “new gold.” But in today’s world of artificial intelligence (AI), those comparisons fall short. “Data is integrated into every part of our
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Secure Logiq is set to sponsor and exhibit at this year’s OPEN London, hosted by Axis Communications on 7 October 2025 at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. Bringing together system integrators, resellers, consultants and end users for a full day of networking and collaboration, OPEN London is a flagship event in the security industry calendar. Delegates
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With Intersec 2026 just a few months away, Peter Mawson sat down with Messe Frankfurt Middle East Portfolio Director, Nathan Waugh. In this exclusive interview, Waugh reveals what visitors can expect from the first show under his directorship, including a fully hosted matchmaking service for top buyers, and a better personalised experience for general visitors
Flir, a Teledyne Technologies company, today launched its next-generation K-Series thermal cameras for best-in-class imaging before, during, and after firefighting. New single-range dynamic gain and higher resolutions support faster and better decision-making, while the introduction of integral wireless connectivity provides seamless configuration, live streaming, training, media downloads, and camera management. With the K75 and K85,
IDEMIA Public Security North America has announced it has begun deployment of their Supervised Multi-Acquisition Remote Technology for Enrolment (SMART-E) kiosks to facilitate an improved user experience for civil applicant processing and criminal background checks. IDEMIA’s new enrolment kiosks are the first to facilitate in-person enrolment for state and local governments with a remote agent,
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The countdown is firmly on for Axis Communications‘ OPEN event, which comes to London on 7 October 2025. Taking place at the Allianz Stadium (Twickenham), this security event brings together Axis’ entire ecosystem, including a carefully selected range of their Technology Integration Partners (TIPs), to explore the latest innovations in security, safety, business intelligence, and
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Elegance, design and entertainment – that’s what the new Grand Sapphire Resort & Casino in Iskele, in the east of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), stands for. This exclusive hotel complex, located directly on the beach of the Karpaz Peninsula, offers guests top-level service, stunning architecture and a very special highlight: a casino
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Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced the release of new software for its premium walk-through metal detector, Paragon. This major update to Garrett’s leading-edge screening system includes several key refinements and new capabilities for the detector’s performance and operation, driven by the introduction of Garrett’s new, proprietary advanced AI security platform for metal detection using machine
RGB Spectrum, a global leader in mission-critical video solutions for real-time decision support, announced that its IPX Flyaway Kit has been named the 2025 New Product of the Year by Security Today magazine in the Security and Risk Intelligence category. The portable, rapid-deployment visualisation solution will be showcased throughout September at leading industry events across
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Ipsotek, an Eviden Business, has announced the appointment of Jacqueline Havenga as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reinforcing the company’s commitment to scalable growth, operational excellence, and delivering customer value across its global operations. Havenga joined Ipsotek earlier this year as Head of Finance, bringing over 20 years of experience spanning SaaS at Futrli, renewable energy
KnowBe4 has released its whitepaper “A Strategic Framework for Human Risk Management”, which outlines the core principles of a modern human risk management (HRM) approach. In addition, the whitepaper explores and how organisations can apply the framework to strengthen security culture and drive measurable change in employee behaviour. Separate from a HRM platform, the HRM framework is
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Inner Range will be exhibiting at the International Security Expo (ISE) 2025, which takes place from 30 September to 1 October at Olympia in London. Closer to the time, Inner Range intends in revealing V25 updates to Integriti and a teaser of what you can expect from the company in 2026, in addition to unveiling their multi-site
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Acumen Cyber, a CREST accredited cyber security service provider, today announced the launch of SecureEd, a new service built specifically to protect the Higher and Further Education sector from sophisticated cyber threats. SecurEd is a purpose-built managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) service, created by Acumen, in collaboration with HEFESTIS, which can be easily procured in a compliant way through sector-approved
ASSA ABLOY Door Group has reinforced its commitment to developing skills and career prospects through its six-month secondment programme. Project Engineers, Ben Brown and Jordan Lyttle will be focusing on sales roles as part of the scheme, exploring a different side of the business to develop skills in the area. Ben Brown Ben has been
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As Saudi Arabia welcomes unprecedented numbers of visitors under Vision 2030, security within the hospitality sector will be one of the central themes at this year’s Intersec Saudi Arabia as part of the Future Security Summit, when the event returns to the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC), from 29 September to October 1.
SentinelOne has announced its intent to acquire Observo AI, a data streaming platform for AI-native telemetry pipeline management. The deal will serve as an immediate complement and catalyst to SentinelOne’s AI SIEM and data offerings, which are already amongst the company’s fastest growing solutions, delivering a record contribution to quarterly bookings in Q2 FY26. It will
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At IFA 2025, Bosch Smart Home highlighted the expansion of its product and service portfolio to include the new Motion Detector II [+M], Security+ and Home+. The utmost security via reliable technology: the Motion Detector II [+M] The new Motion Detector II [+M] offers an innovative combination of security and convenience. Thanks to precise motion
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Richard Huison was recently appointed by Vitaprotech Group as Hirsch MD to accelerate UK growth and advance customer-centric security. In this exclusive interview, we speak to Huison about his new role, and what he will bring to it. How will you apply your extensive experience to your new role at Hirsch? “I’ve been fortunate to work
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Overnight, news broke that cybercriminals have injected NPM packages downloaded more than two billion times a week with malware, after the package maintainer’s accounts were hijacked – see here. These code packages are used to build JavaScript projects, and form the backbone of almost all websites, mobile apps, and cloud platforms. Of the 18 libraries impacted, many are
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Dubai Police, in partnership with the Dubai Judicial Institute, the National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), inaugurated the 11th edition of the Anti-Human Trafficking Specialist Diploma. The programme brings together 74 participants from nine Gulf and Arab countries and builds on more than a decade
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barox has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Romanian Security Summit, which will take place from November 5-6, 2025 at the Romexpo Exhibition Centre in Bucharest, Romania. The event is designed to bring together leading security experts, manufacturers and professionals from across the region and beyond. In addition, the event will feature an
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Global Security Exchange (GSX), powered by ASIS International, have announced their keynote speakers for their upcoming 2025 event, taking place 29 September-1 October in New Orleans, USA. Encompassing 200+ sessions tackling vital issues in the security profession, the recently announced GSX session lineup includes in-depth looks at timely issues within the following themes: Crime, Digital Transformation, Information
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IDEMIA Public Security North America has announced that it will officially begin issuing all new Driver’s Licenses (DLs) and Identification Cards (IDs) for the State of Texas. The new cards will be manufactured using tamper-resistant polycarbonate, a durable material that is difficult to reproduce and fully compliant with American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA)
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe and i-PRO has announced a strategic business partnership focused on the European region. The business partnership combines their strengths in imaging technology and system integration to deliver advanced solutions and systems tailored to industry-specific needs. The partnership aligns with Konica Minolta’s vision to strengthen its Video Solution Services (VSS) offering
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The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to confirm the sale of its remaining shares in Skills for Security Ltd to The Banks Foundation. This strategic decision marks the culmination of a multi-year growth journey, during which Skills for Security has flourished under BSIA’s stewardship and investment, alongside the guidance and input from The
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Invixium, a global leader in biometric access control, workforce, and visitor management, along with RTLS-connected worker solutions, has announced that it has successfully completed the Genetec API & SDK certification for version 5.13.1.0 of Security Center, which is valid for two years. Invixium’s software platform, IXM WEB 3.0, has been integrated for years with Genetec™ Security Center,
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It has been announced that the threat actor group Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters has claimed responsibility for the recent cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover. The attackers comprise of three groups, Scattered Spider, ShinyHunters and Lapsus$, who have apparently banded together to conduct more attacks on large targets. Here, Nathan Webb, principal consultant at Acumen Cyber, responds
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OFSEC – Oman’s only and most comprehensive Event focusing on fire, safety, and security, is taking place from 11-12 November 2025, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Event will bring together local and international participants to showcase their avant-garde solutions, specific transverse and latest technologies, cutting edge innovations, cost-effective products and services to meet the requirements of
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KnowBe4 has released a comprehensive resource kit in support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025, which aligns with this year’s theme “Secure Our World” and supports the global movement to emphasise the importance of securing our digital lives. Cybersecurity Awareness Month, established in 2004 through a joint effort by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and
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Barrier Networks, a specialist in managed security services for enterprises and critical national infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Peter Villiers as its new Director of Cyber Risk. Villiers’ appointment coincides with one of Barrier’s most successful years yet, with its headcount and turnover surging and it taking on a host of market-leading partners to
Global security technology manufacturer Paxton has announced distribution agreements in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This approach will simplify how security installers in the region access the company’s innovative security products. Security installers can now purchase Paxton’s technology through two primary authorised distribution partners—Dominant Digital Distribution and Stebilex Systems—offering streamlined procurement, enhanced technical
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DeterTech recently had the pleasure of welcoming 12-year-old technology enthusiast Harrison, to its headquarters in Telford. Harrison, who has a passion for innovation and engineering has been a DeterTech fanatic since he first encountered a PID360 near his house. Spending hours sketching, photographing, and even building his own PID360 (complete with audio!), Harrison told his
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HKC has appointed Gerard Riney as Head of Research & Development, further strengthening the leadership team to help drive new product innovation. With over 10 years in security technology, Gerard brings extensive knowledge in hardware design, embedded firmware, cloud infrastructure and connected security products. During his career, he has successfully brought multiple alarm system components
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His Excellency Major General Dr. Ahmed Zaal bin Kreshan Al Muhairi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Administrative and Financial Affairs at Dubai Police, recently visited the General Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This was done to review its operations, as part of the Force’s commitment to advancing technological and digital systems that enhance security and policing efforts.
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The INTERPOL African Regional Conference recently closed with a series of recommendations designed to strengthen international police cooperation and enhance Africa’s capacity to fight transnational organised crime and terrorism. Police leaders from across the continent addressed some of the most pressing security challenges facing Africa, including cybercrime, terrorism, financial crime and environmental threats. Global expertise
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PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, has announced a new strategic distribution partnership with FVC, expanding its reach and strengthening its presence across the Middle East and parts of North Africa. Under this new agreement, FVC will represent and distribute the full PPDS portfolio of Philips Professional Displays –
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Konica Minolta is proud to announce that it has retained its position as a ‘Leader’ in Quocirca’s latest 2025 assessment of the print security market, for a fourth consecutive year. The global market insight and research firm, which specialises in the convergence of print and digital technologies in the future workplace, recognises how Konica Minolta
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“Resilience is the ability to remain viable amidst adversity,” says Cloud Security Alliance in a new blog, which we’ve abridged here. Historically, says the author, we believed as an industry we could prevent incidents by the deliberate implementation of defenses. The few that got through would easily be addressed by the technical staff or would be
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The date for the BSIA Autumn Forum has been announced as 12 November 2025, with the event set to take place at the Shard in London. The BSIA Autumn Forum is an educational event that provides attendees with a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments in industry technologies and in services, as well
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The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and international allies have publicly linked three technology companies based in China with a global malicious cyber campaign targeting critical networks. In a new advisory recently published, the UK’s NCSC – a part of GCHQ – and international partners from twelve other countries have shared technical details about how
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Quantum computing has long been seen as a distant concept, says Rob O’Connor, EMEA CISO at Insight, it is complex, hypothetical and always 10 years away. But recent announcements from the likes of Google, IBM and Microsoft suggest that the timeline may be accelerating. These tech giants are making tangible progress in stabilising and scaling
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The risks posed by Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) are no longer just an IT issue—they are a board-level concern. So says CommSec in a recent blog. Recently, JPMorgan’s Chief Information Security Officer warned that SaaS adoption is weakening global finance by introducing systemic vulnerabilities. His warning underlines a reality many IT leaders already face: while SaaS enables
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OPTEX products are built on the ideas and dedication of many brilliant engineers who continually push boundaries. Among them is Mr. Masahito Iwasawa, a driving force behind several core technologies that have laid the foundations for many of its products, including the double conductive shielding and the development of REDSCAN using LiDAR. From a young
In today’s security landscape, your video surveillance system is essential, but it can also be a hidden drain on resources, says Hanwha Vision in a recent blog. Security cameras are among the highest data-generating IoT devices, constantly producing massive amounts of high-resolution video. This continuous influx quickly overwhelms storage capacity, strains network bandwidth, and demands
Abloy UK has announced the integration of its SMARTair wireless access control system with the FLEXIPASS platform, introducing a powerful new solution for mobile-enabled, contactless access across hospitality and commercial sectors. SMARTair is a flexible and easy-to-install access control system that offers real-time security management without the need for hard wiring. Using wireless technology, it
360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology have entered a strategic partnership, with the aim of setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland. Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding
There is one finding that makes the ASIS Foundation’s new research report a must-read for all corporate security professionals, ASIS International says, and it is in the title of the report: The Critical Contribution of Security to Operational Resilience. Those potential contributions represent a major opportunity for the corporate security profession because at most organisations
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It has been reported that ESET has identified what its researchers are describing as the ‘first known AI-powered ransomware,’ which uses one of OpenAI’s newly released small open-weights models to write Lua scripts on a system for malicious purposes, (see story, here). Here, Nathan Webb, principal consultant at Acumen Cyber, responds to the news. “This is possibly
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DSEI UK will welcome a total of four international and Royal Navy ships this year, demonstrating the UK’s naval capabilities and how they are amplified through joint operations with allied partners. Not only will these warships offer attendees at the show, which takes place September 9 – 12 at London ExCel, the exclusive opportunity to
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Dubai Police, through its “School Security” initiative, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to welcome students back to classrooms for the 2025–2026 academic year, wishing students, teachers, administrators and parents a successful and outstanding school year. This year’s plan includes the deployment of 250 security and traffic patrols to secure school zones, supported by nine drones
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At inter airport Europe 2025 (7-9 October 2025) in Munich, Germany, Dallmeier electronic and Navtech Radar will be showcasing their latest technologies for integrated security and process solutions in airport operations at stand 720 in hall B6. The focus will be on video and radar technologies to increase security, make processes more efficient and reduce
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Middle East mega-event organisers must empower human-centric security models with advanced technology to ensure safety and preserve public trust, according to senior industry figures due to speak at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025. The comments came from representatives of the King Salman Park Foundation, Abu Dhabi Police and Event Concept Consultancy, as the Kingdom prepares to
Palo Alto Networks and CyberArk have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Palo Alto Networks will acquire CyberArk. Under the terms of the agreement, CyberArk shareholders will receive $45.00 in cash and 2.2005 shares of Palo Alto Networks common stock for each CyberArk share. This represents an equity value of approximately $25 billion for
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Keeper Security has announced KeeperAI – a new agentic AI feature for its KeeperPAM platform. KeeperAI enables real-time session monitoring and analysis, automated threat classification and instant response to combat cyber attacks and suspicious behaviour – customisable to meet an organisation’s exact specifications. “The reality is that cyber threats are no longer just a question of if,
From platform edges to maintenance depots, rail networks are high-pressure environments with complex safety challenges. In this blog, Synectics explains how infrastructure operators and service providers can use AI-powered video analytics tools to mitigate risk in real time – improving safety for passengers and workers and enhancing overall operational efficiency. Detect PPE non-compliance Track maintenance
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Zimperium’s zLabs research team has identified a new variant of the notorious Hook Android banking trojan, now equipped with some of the most advanced capabilities seen in mobile malware to date. Dubbed Hook v3, this variant expands its arsenal to 107 remote commands, including 38 newly added, enabling attackers to steal data, hijack sessions, and bypass
In light of recent CCTV vulnerabilities, Wavestore has highlighted why security-first design matters. “The surveillance industry was shaken recently when security researchers at Claroty’s Team82 uncovered four critical vulnerabilities in Axis Communications’ CCTV software at Black Hat USA 2024. “With over 6,500 servers potentially exposed worldwide and the most critical flaw scoring 9.0 on the
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Salt Security has been named an Overall Leader in the KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for API Security and Management 2025. The company was also recognised as a Leader in the Product, Innovation, and Market categories, underscoring the strength of its comprehensive, AI-powered API security platform. The report, authored by Alexei Balaganski, provides a detailed overview of