Network Optix has named Paragon Micro as its premier cloud service delivery partner in North America. This strategic partnership is seen as a major milestone in Network Optix’s continued expansion across the region and the company believes it supports their mission to deliver scalable, cloud-first video solutions that meet the diverse needs of our customers and partners. […]
i-PRO Americas has announced a new education-focused integration between its i-PRO BWC4000 Body-Worn Camera and VideoInsight Video Management System (VMS). VideoInsight now offers native support for BWC4000 devices, allowing K–12 schools to live stream, capture, manage, and review body-worn video and audio through a single, secure platform. Designed specifically for the unique needs of school
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Ajax Systems, an international tech company and the largest manufacturer of security systems in Europe, is proud to safeguard a symbol of Ukrainian heritage — the sabre of Hetman Ivan Mazepa — during its historic exhibition at Royal Armouries Museum inside the Tower of London. From July 18 to August 3, 2025, millions of visitors
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has exposed Russian military intelligence actors for using previously unknown malicious software to enable espionage against victim email accounts, in a move that will keep the UK and its allies safer. The NCSC – a part of GCHQ – has revealed for the first time that the cyber threat
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Nominations are officially open for the 2026 UK OSPAs, which takes place on Thursday, 19th February 2026 at the Royal Lancaster London. The OSPAs, sponsored by by AXON, stands for ‘the Outstanding Security Performance Awards’ and are part of a global awards scheme and serve to recognise and reward teams, individuals and organisations for their commitment and
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July 19 marks one year since the CrowdStrike IT outage, which brought down an estimated 8.5 million computers worldwide, causing mass disruptions for organisations all across the globe. But what did the incident teach us, and most importantly, are we any more resilient today than we were that fateful day 12 months ago? Here, experts
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Invixium, a global leader in biometric access control, workforce, and visitor management, along with RTLS-connected worker solutions, has joined forces with SAP to deliver a cutting-edge, touchless access control experience for The S.Mart Store – SAP’s first fully automated, 24/7 self-service retail outlet, located at its Global Headquarters in Walldorf, Germany. The S.Mart Store represents
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When it comes to securing what matters, Acre Security knows that the right reader makes all the difference. That’s why its reader portfolio is built with purpose – offering dependable performance, future-ready technology, and seamless compatibility with today’s leading platforms. From modern aesthetics to rugged durability, each product in the Acre reader portfolio is designed to
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In this special blog, Daniele Catteddu, CTO of Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) announce the formal launch of its new initiative: the Compliance Automation Revolution (CAR). In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it is of strategic importance that technology providers are not only secure but can, at any time, demonstrate in a consistent manner ongoing protection of
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This new blog by HID’s Stephen Allen explores FIDO, a set of authentication standards based on public key cryptography that replaces passwords with fast, secure logins powered by cryptographic credentials that never leave the user’s device. Elevating Trust by Providing Proof of Presence How can we be sure that people are who they say they
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Ajax Systems, an international tech company and the largest manufacturer of security systems in Europe, has been recognised for excellence in product innovation at the prestigious ESX Innovation Awards 2025 in the United States. The company was honored across four distinct categories, underscoring its commitment to advancing the security and smart home industries. Award-winning products
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KnowBe4 has announced the release of KnowBe4 Prevent across all market segments – an AI-driven email security product designed to enable organisations manage the problem of outbound email risk. Following the release of Prevent Enterprise, Prevent is now available to suit the needs of small to medium-sized businesses. In 2025, human error remains the leading
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Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced the expansion of its Montreal headquarters and UK office to meet rising customer demand, support continued innovation, and accommodate rapid workforce growth. This global expansion reflects a long-term strategy to align operations with customer expectations for constant innovation and to build a work
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The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced that is has relocated to a new office within the United Kingdom. The new address is: British Security Industry Association1 Birch CourtBlackpole EastWorcesterWR3 8SG This new location offers improved facilities and collaborative working opportunities, including an open-plan office for BSIA staff and two bespoke meeting rooms plus
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“Reusing ICT equipment must be core to any carbon emissions strategy as recycling and carbon offsetting is simply not enough,” stated Nick Bowden, Director of Video Management Servers Co. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment is estimated to account for up to 4% of global carbon emissions, following sectors like electricity, heat, transport, manufacturing, and
Axis Communications has announced several new appointments that coincide with the completion of a restructuring, bringing together key regions including the UK & Ireland, the Nordics and Eastern Europe. Joining the newly formed Northern and Eastern Europe region, the new appointments will focus on the UK & Ireland to ensure continued delivery of exceptional partner
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Datapath has announced that it’s now offering its VSN video wall controllers with full Microsoft Windows 11 compatibility. Available now across the full suite of VSN controllers and graphics products, Datapath’s latest graphics driver provides improved performance and more flexibility when specifying hardware for multi-source / multi-end point video wall applications. With the default operating
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Genetec has announced that CDW Corporation has deployed the Genetec Security Center platform to standardise and unify its physical security operations across over 50 global sites and distribution centres. Faced with a fragmented security infrastructure inherited through years of growth and acquisitions, CDW’s Global Security team sought a platform that could streamline access control, video surveillance, and identity
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It has been reported that the NCSC has launched a new Vulnerability Research Initiative (VRI) to collaborate with external researchers on software and hardware vulnerabilities. In response to the news, Kevin Robertson, CTO of Acumen Cyber, gives his views. “This initiative sounds promising in theory, but given the NCSC’s track record of largely ineffective and self-serving programmes,
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Is it possible to turn video surveillance into a real-time deterrent? Ajax Systems thinks so and has introduced a new feature that enables both Ajax video devices and third-party cameras* to activate sirens automatically upon detecting specific events. Let’s explore how this addition enhances the security system’s functionality. How the new feature works When a
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To address the rising threat of wildfires, Safeture, a leading technology provider for people risk management, and its partner Riskline, a well-known travel risk intelligence company, have published a new report titled “Wildfire Informer 2025.” This detailed guide highlights global wildfire activity and includes practical tips for travellers on how to prepare and reduce exposure to wildfire-affected
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Engaging the Vulnerability Research community through the Vulnerability Research Initiative is important work for the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), but what does it entail? The organisation explains all here. Vulnerability Research in NCSC “The NCSC has a team of internal researchers who are experts in common technologies who conduct Vulnerability Research (VR) on a
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Signicat has recently announced its acquisition of Inverid, a provider of NFC-based digital identity verification solutions. The acquisition was for an undisclosed sum from majority shareholder Main Capital and the founders. Existing shareholders will reinvest a substantial part of the consideration in Signicat. The acquisition strengthens Signicat’s offering with Inverid’s flagship identity document verification solution. Signicat and Inverid
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As physical security becomes more integrated with IT and business operations, organisations are facing a critical decision: stick with closed, proprietary systems, or embrace open architecture for long-term flexibility and innovation. In this special article, Ben Durrant, Account Executive at Genetec, will explore how open architecture empowers security teams to, mix and match best-in-class technologies
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According to ASSA ABLOY, multi-residential or multifamily housing is evolving as resident expectations and digital technologies promote rapid growth and disrupt long-standing business models. This is already Europe’s second-largest real-estate sector1. The Middle East is experiencing an unprecedented residential boom, propelled by rapid urbanisation and government initiatives like Vision 20302. For investors and property managers,
In this special blog Martin Kraemer, Security Expert at KnowBe4 notes the heightened dangers that holidaymakers face, who take advantage of a more relaxed and mind state, known as ‘holiday brain’. “The biggest problem with checking work emails during the holidays is not only that you don’t have time to pull the plug and relax
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HID has announced it has acquired Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as provides HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public
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Colonel Staff Pilot Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Director of Special Patrols and Chairman of the Security Patrol Development Committee at Abu Dhabi Police, recently visited the General Headquarters of Dubai Police. The visit aimed to enhance ways of coordination and cooperation on mutual interests, discuss cadre development and exchange expertise. He
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The Institute of Strategic Risk Management, (ISRM) has announced its latest Global Crisis Watch, number 353, taking place tomorrow, Friday, July 11, at 10:00 BST. It will cover topics, including Trump resuming arms to Ukraine, with President Zelensky welcoming renewed support, Trump pushing Gaza relocation plan and a new tariff row with South Africa, the
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With the new MK4 revision of the DMS 2400, Dallmeier introduces an even more powerful version of its proven video appliance. The MK4 variant enables the recording of up to 40 high-resolution video streams, thereby offering significantly increased capacity. A powerful recording system for a wide range of applications The DMS 2400 (MK4) appliance combines the software
Ipsotek, an Eviden business, and a leading provider of AI-powered video analytics, has today announced two strategic leadership appointments that reinforce its commitment to global expansion, technological innovation, and customer success. Fares Djenandji has been appointed Chief Growth Officer (CGO), and Rayan Cherri has been named Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). With over a decade at Ipsotek, Fares has played
Huntress has announced a collaboration with Microsoft to address cybersecurity challenges and empower businesses of all sizes to combat modern threats. Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated every day, with hackers targeting businesses that lack the time, resources, and expertise to defend themselves. Across the globe, more than 300 million organisations depend on Microsoft’s ecosystem, yet don’t always
Tenable Research has identified a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2025-49596) in Anthropic’s widely adopted MCP Inspector, an open-source tool crucial for AI development. With a CVSS score of 9.4, this flaw leverages default, insecure configurations, leaving organisations exposed by design. Exploitation is alarmingly simple — a mere visit to a malicious website can fully compromise a
Human trafficking-fuelled scam centres have expanded their global footprint, according to a new crime trend update released by INTERPOL. As of March 2025, victims from 66 countries were trafficked into online scam centres, with no continent left untouched. 74% of human trafficking victims were brought to centres in the original ‘hub’ region of Southeast Asia,
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ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group (Door Group) has announced the appointment of Cormac Hardy as Electronic Design Engineer. This was done through the Knowledge Transfer Programme Associate initiative from Ulster University, which is part-funded by Innovate UK and brings together forward-thinking businesses and expert academics to tackle strategic innovation challenges to
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Anekanta® brings specialised AI strategy, risk and governance expertise to the ISOQAR Associate Network. The ISOQAR Associate Network (IAN) is a curated group of trusted consulting firms recognised by Alcumus ISOQAR, a UKAS-accredited certification body. The network connects organisations with the right experience to support their journey toward ISO certification ensuring standards are met efficiently,
According to a new blog by HID, the skies are set to get a whole lot busier. By 2040, air travel is projected to reach a staggering eight billion passengers annually. To manage this influx efficiently, airports, airlines and government authorities are turning to cutting-edge biometric technologies to better navigate congested terminals. Since airports run
On June 26, 2025, Wavestore opened the doors of its Ottawa headquarters for Blind Spot 2025, welcoming integrators, consultants and end-users for a full day of hands-on demos, deep-dive sessions and networking. From live product showcases to forward-thinking panels on what’s next for security, the energy in the room proved one thing: organisations everywhere are
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Invicti has announced the launch of its next-gen Application Security Platform, featuring AI-powered scanning capabilities and enhanced dynamic application security testing (DAST) performance. In addition, the platform features full-spectrum visibility into application risk and enables organisations to detect and fix real vulnerabilities faster and with greater accuracy. “Your applications are dynamic, shouldn’t your AppSec tools
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Hexagon has announced that EG.D have turned to their HxGN dC3 LidarVision solution for a substation security project. EG.D, part of the E.ON group, supplies electricity to 2.7 million people in the southern regions of the Czech Republic, on the borders of Austria and Germany. The company operates and maintains infrastructure including power lines and
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Clarion Events Defence and Security announces the appointment of Colonel (ret) Bernd Kögel as Managing Director of DSEI Germany, effective October 1, 2025. A seasoned leader with over three decades of military and defence experience, Kögel will steer the launch of DSEI Germany in Hannover in March 2027, marking DSEI’s expanding footprint as countries across the
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Cloudera has announced it will be hosting its annual series of data and AI conferences across the globe. Spanning four continents, Cloudera’s EVOLVE25 conference will gather industry visionaries, customers, and partners to explore how a unified hybrid data platform can power AI-driven innovation and transform customer experiences across industries. EVOLVE25 will take place in Dubai on
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Bitdefender has agreed to acquire Mesh Security Limited (Mesh), a provider of advanced email security solutions. Through the acquisition, Mesh’s email security technology and capabilities will be integrated into Bitdefender’s extended detection and response (XDR) platform and managed detection and response (MDR) services. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. Email remains the most exploited
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For decades, passwords have acted as the primary barrier to unauthorised access, says HID in a recent blog on its website. However, a more secure and efficient approach has emerged: passwordless authentication. Compared to traditional passwords, passwordless authentication offers a safer, more user-friendly way to access systems and applications. This is especially useful as data
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In a power station, where a fire could trigger a grid shutdown affecting up to 25% of Ireland’s electricity supply, the need for early fire detection isn’t just a matter of efficiency; it’s an essential part of national stability, says FLIR. This reality was made starkly visible during the April 2025 blackouts in Spain and
Identity-based attacks have taken centre stage as the top cybersecurity concern for organisations in the coming year, according to a new survey conducted by Keeper Security at Infosecurity Europe 2025. Keeper found nearly one in four (23%) of cybersecurity professionals cited threats such as phishing, credential stuffing and other identity-targeted tactics as the most likely
DigiCert has released new findings from its Trust Pulse Survey highlighting the business impact of mismanaged digital certificates. Nearly half of all enterprises surveyed experienced downtime due to certificate-related incidents in the past year—resulting in significant financial losses, service disruptions, and reputational harm. As organisations scale their digital operations, the volume and complexity of certificates
With the Ministry of Defence doubling down on technology to futureproof the UK’s armed forces, this year’s DSEI UK (9–12 September, Excel London) will unveil its updated Tech Zone with more than 100 tech companies, a hub for the cutting-edge innovation which is set to reshape how Britain fights and wins. Tech giants like Amazon
Seamless ASSA ABLOY digital access is now part of the Sharry workplace experience. By connecting Sharry with ASSA ABLOY’s ARX access control solution, businesses can administer secure employee access via mobile credentials as well as visitor management, all from a single unified platform, helping to save time and costs. This new integration combines ASSA ABLOY’s
The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) has announced its latest Global Crisis Watch episodes, 351 and 352. The former focuses on goings on around the world, with the latter focusing more on what is happening in the United States. Both take place tomorrow, Friday July 4, with 351 at 10:00 BST and 352 at
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dormakaba has acquired TANlock GmbH (“TANlock”), a leading German provider of high-security access solutions for data centres and other critical infrastructure. This acquisition strengthens dormakaba’s position in the data centre markets by enhancing its offerings and driving further growth. Founded in 2018 and based in Georgensgmünd, Germany, TANlock GmbH specialises in innovative high-security access solutions.
DeterTech a leader in site security, forensic marking and crime intelligence participated in the Trust’s latest Community Engagement programmes, providing an educational and impactful crime prevention at Gunnersbury Park. Over 60 young people took part in an interactive session on crime deterrence and forensic marking, gaining valuable insight into how technology can help protect people
KnowBe4 has released the KnowBe4 Program Maturity Assessment (PMA), a free, strategic tool designed to help IT and cybersecurity leaders measure and improve their organisation’s security culture. As human actions are targeted and exploited by attackers with increased sophistication, organisations need clarity on what is working and how to measure improvement. According to KnowBe4’s Security Culture: How-To
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A growing share of reported crimes in Africa is cyber-related, according to INTERPOL’s 2025 Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report. Two-thirds of the Organisation’s African member countries surveyed said that cyber-related crimes accounted for a medium-to-high share of all crimes, rising to 30 per cent in Western and Eastern Africa. Online scams, particularly through phishing, were the
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Eagle Eye Networks has announced its Eagle Eye Indoor Air Quality Vape Sensor won the 2025 Secure Campus award in the Video Surveillance Hardware category. The award honours products that are “particularly noteworthy in their ability to improve campus security.” Detecting vaping, smoking, TVOC, CO, CO2, motion, noise and temperature, the Eagle Eye Indoor Air Quality Sensor is ideal
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According to Euralarm, the rapid growth of e-commerce has transformed global markets and is creating new opportunities. The downside is that e-commerce also introduces significant challenges in consumer safety, market fairness, and regulatory compliance. The European Commission provides a framework for addressing these challenges through a technical approach that ensures a level playing field for
This July, the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) is offering two online programmes designed to support professional development—whether you’re stepping into a leadership role or advancing to strategic responsibility. These courses combine practical knowledge with recognised qualifications and are open to individuals and organisations looking to build capability across all levels. Level 4 Programme:
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Novaira Insights has unveiled its latest report, “World Market for Video Surveillance Hardware and Software – 2025 Edition.” Authored by analysts Josh Woodhouse and Jon Cropley, this extensive research provides a detailed analysis of the current state and future trends of the video surveillance industry. The research indicates that the global market for video surveillance hardware and software
IDEMIA Public Security North America will continue their collaboration with the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) to support its first launch of mobile IDs into Google Wallet. With the launch of Iowa mobile ID in Google Wallet, Iowans can now conveniently and securely store their mobile ID in their Google Wallet and present it at TSA
In a groundbreaking leap toward the future of air travel, the recent collaboration between HID and ASSA ABLOY — the BG100 Speedgate, a cutting-edge solution that integrates the HID® Facepod™ and document reader with ASSA ABLOY’s Speedgate — is transforming the way passengers move through airports. At the core of the BG100 Speedgate is the
Security Thought Leadership has released 33 episodes in its “Security Thought Leadership” podcast series, with each speaker offering unique insights into the security industry and its future. Its 190 previous Thought Leadership Webinars are now also available as podcasts. The latest two episodes feature interviews with recent OSPAs winners Farah Benis from FFA Security Group,
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One big question when it comes to surveillance platforms is whether it’s MSP-Ready – here, Network Optix explains how you can tell. “As demand for unified digital and physical security increases, Managed Service Providers find themselves in an ideal position to expand into the video surveillance market. “Clients already trust you to safeguard their critical IT infrastructure,
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On June 26 2025, Wavestore opened the doors of its Ottawa headquarters for Blind Spot 2025 and chose to occasion to unveil their new Unified Security Platform. Wavestore welcomed integrators, consultants and end-users for a full day of hands-on demos, deep-dive sessions and networking, but at the heart of Wavestore’s platform was plans for their upcoming
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HKC, a leading manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions across the UK and Ireland, appointed John Oliver as Product Manager to further strengthen the team and shape the company’s future with new product innovation. Oliver brings with him over 15 years of experience in the security industry, having started his career in 2010 at Visonic in
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Why do organisations migrate to the public cloud? This blog for Cloud Security Alliance, by cloud and information security architect, Eyal Estrin, was written in 2025, and it may sound like a simple question, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Here, is an abridged version of the piece, and you can find a
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Almost everyone attending university for the first time is now a digital native, ASSA ABLOY says. They expect the convenience – and trust the security – that digital solutions provide. Among other things, they prioritise the mobile experience across almost every platform*. Access should be no different. Of course, access management at student premises has
Eagle Eye Networks has announced enhancements to its Reseller Partner Program to help its partners close more deals, boost recurring revenue and grow market share. “We are 100% committed to the channel 100% of the time,” said Dean Drako, CEO of Eagle Eye Networks. “We continue to make investments in our Reseller Partner Program to
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Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has unveiled PS DUO, a portable dual-gas detector set to enhance personal safety in gas monitoring applications. This innovative handheld device features real-time monitoring with audible, visual (bright LED) and vibrating alarms, providing immediate alerts when gas levels exceed safety thresholds. The new PS DUO uses passive diffusion
DigiCert and the Accredited Standards Committee X9 (ASC X9) has announced the successful launch of the X9 Financial PKI production environment, marked by a formal key signing ceremony. This milestone activates the X9 root certificate infrastructure and paves the way for issuing digital certificates for a variety of use cases. The X9 Financial PKI arrives
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Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud video surveillance, has announced enhancements to its Reseller Partner Program to help its partners close more deals, boost recurring revenue, and grow market share. “We are 100% committed to the channel 100% of the time,” said Dean Drako, CEO of Eagle Eye Networks. “We continue to make
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HKC, a leading intruder alarm manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, has released a comprehensive new whitepaper titled “Securing schools: Scalable integrated alarm systems for educational environments”. The whitepaper addresses growing safety concerns in educational settings and outlines how scalable, integrated alarm systems can help schools, colleges, and universities respond effectively to a wide range
Abloy UK has further strengthened its team with the appointment of Rob Hodge, who joins the company as Market Development Manager for the Water sector. Hodge brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked in a range of customer facing sales and development positions across the security and engineering sectors. His background includes
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OPTEX understands that even the best technology is only as effective as the people using it. That’s why the company is committed to providing world-class training programmes designed to empower security professionals, engineers, and sales teams with the expertise they need to get the most out of OPTEX solutions. Whether you’re just getting started with
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Mercury Security, part of HID, and a leader in access control hardware and open platform solutions, has published its Trends in Access Controllers Report, based on a survey of over 450 security professionals across North America and Europe. The findings highlight the controller’s vital role in a physical access control system (PACS), where the device not
KnowBe4 has shared new survey findings that highlight a severe AI governance gap amongst employees from Germany, South Africa, the Netherlands, France, the UK and the US. The new survey reveals that while a large majority of employees already engage with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools at work, a strikingly low percentage are aware of their
Ian Littell of Axis Communications explores compliance with the new Terrorism Act and the role that integrated technology should now play. “The UK’s Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent in April 2025, with the UK Government offering a brief 24-month implementation period before the act comes into force.
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ASIS International, the world’s largest professional security community, has announced that Lee Pokorski, Head Group Risk & Security, Arcelor Mittal, will be the new conference co-chair for ASIS Europe 2026 – From Risk to Resilience taking place in Antwerp, Belgium next 23-25 March. Pokorski will take the role alongside continuing co-chair Inge Huijbrechts, Chief Sustainability
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FLIR has released its newest high-resolution visible/thermal security camera for commercial and industrial sites, the FLIR PT-Series AI SR. FLIR developed this visible 4K and thermal pan/tilt short-range security camera in response to modern security challenges that require more than just passive detection and monitoring: they demand a multispectral solution that actively identifies, tracks, and responds
Powering digital access with energy-harvesting technology frees organisations from wiring and even batteries. However, to meet the challenges of the future, digital access needs more. It needs technologies and software platforms flexible enough to grow and adapt with the evolving needs of each organisation, protecting their investment in digital access while delivering an ROI every
Eagle Eye Networks is committed to empowering its partners with the tools and resources they need to grow their businesses and succeed in the ever-evolving security industry. That’s why the company is thrilled to introduce the new Eagle Eye Business Portal, a powerful addition to its Video Management System (VMS) designed to make it easier
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RGB Spectrum showcased its latest innovations at InfoComm 2025, which was held June 11-13 at the Orlando County Convention Center. Located at Booth #4132, RGB Spectrum demonstrated its XtendPoint KVM-over-IP system and the new 43” curved displays, which together enable seamless data control and collaboration in mission-critical environments such as emergency communication centres and control rooms. Powerful Data Control and
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The BSIA has announced it will be hosting the UK pavilion at Intersec Dubai 2026. The news continues the BSIA’s long-standing relationship with the event and enables UK security companies to be a part of a global mission for change. Intersec returns from 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together global
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Ipsotek, an Eviden business, and a leading provider of AI-powered video analytics, has announced the appointment of Ara Babayan as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Babayan brings over two decades of leadership in enterprise transformation, cybersecurity, and complex programme delivery across the financial services and technology sectors. He has led major initiatives at Deutsche Bank, Barclays,
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The UK government has announced new plans to supercharge the country’s cyber sector as part of its Plan for Change. In this special blog, cybersecurity experts from CybaVerse and Closed Door Security, give their views. Juliette Hudson, CTO, CybaVerse: “This is a positive move which highlights that the government recognises the importance of cyber in safeguarding
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ONVIF has announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) ONVIF has stated it has done so to preserve the integrity and authenticity of digital video in the evolving fight against content manipulation. The two groups will work together to raise awareness and promote the adoption
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Eagle Eye Networks has announced it has been named one of the ten most innovative startups in Texas by LexisNexis. Selected based on patent quality, geographic scope and portfolio size, LexisNexis identified patent portfolios with the highest values to provide “an objective view of which companies are driving innovation across the Texas startup universe.” “Over the
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Paxton has been recognised on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025—a list highlighting companies where people feel genuinely supported, valued, and proud of where they work. The awards, powered by WorkL, evaluate organisations using detailed employee feedback across six key areas: Reward and Recognition, Instilling Pride, Information Sharing, Empowerment, Wellbeing and Job Satisfaction.
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Cybersmart has released the findings from its second annual CyberSmart MSP Survey, which focuses on the security of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and their customers. The 2025 report revealed that 69% of MSP leaders globally admitted to being hit by multiple breaches over the past 12 months, despite remaining confident in the security of the
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Immix has announced an integration with CHeKT’s video alarm technology. This development enables customers who use both platforms to streamline operations and improve response capabilities – while continuing to benefit from the scalability and flexibility that Immix uniquely delivers. By enabling access to key CHeKT features within the Immix interface, the integration provides a practical
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Immix, the global leader in video and event-based monitoring software, is proud to announce that Actuate, a leader in AI-driven remote video monitoring solutions, has been selected as the next partner to power AutoPatrol. Actuate’s AI will be available in the AutoPatrol solution in Q3 2025. AutoPatrol is an AI-driven solution purpose-built to automate scheduled guard tours and
Ensuring safety and security requires more than just static blueprints, which are often outdated, says Eagle Eye Networks. Imagine navigating a building’s security layout in an interactive 3D environment, understanding camera placements, and even accessing live feeds directly within the floor plan. This article explores the innovative partnership between Eagle Eye Networks and CoreSpec 3D™.
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Paxton has voted for its charity of the year and begun raising funds for Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS). Activity will continue throughout 2025, and the money raised will help aid critical emergency and rapid medical response by air for those in need. Kate Hotson, Paxton Events Manager, heads up the initiative, she
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KnowBe4 has announced that TrustRadius has recognised KnowBe4 with multiple 2025 Top Rated Awards. KnowBe4’s Security Awareness Training won in the Security Awareness Training category, PhishER won in Incident Response, Security Orchestration Automation and Response, and Phishing Detection and Response categories and for the first time ever, Compliance Plus won in both the eLearning Content
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Wavestore has launched v6.42, its latest VMS release focused on simplifying security workflows, automating maintenance, and deepening integration with third-party technologies. Designed to meet the evolving needs of security professionals, v6.42 enhances system flexibility, reduces administrative effort, and supports smarter, more connected environments. The importance of video management in a connected security landscape Video management
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PureTech Systems has announced its participation at Perimeter PREVENT 2025, which is hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA). The event will beheld June 18, 2025, at the National Housing Center in Washington, D.C. PureTech will exhibit at Table #9, where attendees can explore the company’s advanced, geospatial AI-boosted perimeter detection technologies. PureTech believes their participation
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Hexagon AB has announced that the company’s potential spin-off will operate as Octave. Hexagon is preparing for a possible spin-off to its Asset Lifecycle Intelligence and Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial divisions and related businesses and believes this new name communicates the company’s intent to increase, accelerate and optimise customer outcomes. In addition to Hexagon’s existing
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When a building site sought to prevent repeated thefts, they turned to Pyronix’s BatteryCam2 and SolarPanel2 and were overjoyed with the results “Spectrum FSG Ltd is a well-established security installation company based in the South East of England. They specialise in tailored security solutions across both residential and commercial sectors, working closely with homeowners and businesses
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Genetec has announced new updates to Security Center SaaS, the company’s enterprise-grade Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. Since its launch, Genetec has delivered new features to the platform every 12 days, allowing Genetec to provide a flexible, open, SaaS solution that is continuously extended to meet the needs of any modern security operation. Security Center SaaS combines
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The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has become the first country in the world to adopt AmTag™ chemical taggant technology, rendering its national ammunition stockpile fully traceable, according to a press release from DeterTech and Torchlight Technologies. While existing systems are in place for tying firearms back to their legal owner, until now there has
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According to the International Energy Agency, buildings consume around 30% of the world’s energy*. For many organisations, climate change and rising costs have made improving energy efficiency a priority. A new video in ASSA ABLOY’s Expert Talks series considers some key ways their choice of access solution can make a positive impact – benefitting both