Heriot-Watt University security leader named as OSPA’s Outstanding Young Security Professional

Hannah Booth, the recently promoted SafeGuarding & Resilience Manager at Heriot-Watt University has won the Outstanding Young Security Professional of the Year award at the 2021 OSPA awards. This is the first time this ‘rising star’ category has been included in the awards, and it was a hotly contested field with a final shortlist of […]

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i-Pro highlights role of AI security systems in business intelligence

According to Panasonic i-Pro Sensing Solutions Corporation of America, the addition of intelligent analytics continues to drive a shift in emphasis from conventional surveillance and security monitoring operations to proactive predictive analysis and business intelligence applications that further leverage the versatility of i-Pro system solutions. “New AI solutions provide the means to leverage organisations’ current

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FSP provides maximum security for Big Data facility

FSP’s Fab Secure security covers are being installed at London9, a Virtus Data Centre in Slough, to help keep important data and IT infrastructure safe and secure. 21 of the manufacturer’s flush fitting solid top covers will be used at the facility, which has 10,000 square metres of technical data centre space and 24MW of

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PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone

The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing. The PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required

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Kölner Seilbahn relies on Panomera

The Cologne Cable Car company, Kölner Seilbahn, is using Panomera camera technology from Dallmeier to ensure the safety of its carrying rope construction. The 930m-long aerial trip over the Rhine is enjoyed by over half a million passengers every year and the German manufacturer’s technology is being used to ensure that each of the 44

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Williams Racing expands its partnership with Acronis to ensure cyber protection of critical workloads

Acronis and Williams Racing have renewed their technology partnership, extending the areas of cooperation and driving the adoption of award-winning cyber protection technology across the entire Williams Racing IT infrastructure. As part of the Official Cyber Protection partnership, Williams Racing will continue the use of Acronis Cyber Protect across its IT infrastructure. According to the

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Keren Elazari to give live keynote at ASIS Europe on 2 March

Keren Elazari, CISSP, TED speaker, security analyst and friendly hacker will open the next ASIS Europe 2021 online event, speaking about cyber security in times of crisis, lessons learned from the past year, and what future-forward organisations are doing right now to stay ahead of current challenges. View the full programme, participation options and registration

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Bill Bozeman to join board of Netwatch Group

Netwatch Group has announced that Bill Bozeman, CPP, will be joining its Executive Board. Bozeman will bring over 40 years of experience to bear in helping steer the organisation to meet corporate objectives in 2021 and beyond. “Bill Bozeman is one of the security industry’s most accomplished and knowledgeable professionals,” said Kurt Takahashi, recently appointed

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Keren Elazari joins ASIS Europe for live keynote interview on 2 March

The next ASIS Europe 2021 online event on 2 March will focus on how technology both enables and mitigates security risk. Keren Elazari, CISSP, TED speaker, security analyst and friendly hacker will open the event speaking about cyber security in times of crisis, lessons learned from the past year, and what future-forward organisations are doing

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Vemotion releases VB-26 ultra-compact multi-stream HD video encoder & recorder

Vemotion Interactive has released the VB-26, a highly compact, 4-channel HD video encoder and recorder. Delivering ultra-low latency, high-resolution live streaming HD video transmission over GPRS, 3G, 4GLTE, 5G, Wi-Fi and Satellite networks, the new VB-26 provides up to 4 simultaneous HD video (1920 x 1080) output streams, from one or more connected cameras. Measuring 47mm

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Astrophysics earns ISO 14001 certification for environmental management

Astrophysics has been granted ISO 14001 certification, highlighting its commitment to implement and maintain environmental management systems. The x-ray scanner manufacturer already has ISO 9001 certification and states that the combination of the two demonstrates its dedication to quality production processes, environmental policies and the continual improvement of each. ISO 14001 focuses on environmentally responsible

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UK defence spending to focus on new technologies

British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK’s defence spending will be on new technologies that will “revolutionise” modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started. “If we are to assure our safety,

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16th annual MIPS 2021 event to be free of charge

Milestone Systems announced that its 16th annual MIPS – Milestone Integration Platform Symposium 2021 from March 1st – 2nd will be 100% virtual and free of charge. The two-day event is open to Milestone Systems partners, customers and media to explore the future of video technology under the theme of ‘Shaping the New Next’. With

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Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition

Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency’s objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved. Since 1970, the association has worked hard to

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Ping Identity adds “visionary technologist” to its ranks

Peter Burke has become the new Senior Vice President of Research and Development at Ping Identity. Burke is a highly accomplished business leader with a Ph.D in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) and more than 25 years of technology experience spanning Silicon Valley startups to multinational organisations. In his new role, Burke will drive product strategy

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Global MSC Security to Host ‘Developing Smart Surveillance Operators’ event

The latest online event from Global MSC Security has been designed to help security managers understand how the latest video surveillance technology is enabling camera operators to improve how live incidents are managed. The free-to-attend live event will take place on Tuesday 16th March at 13:00 (GMT) and will include expert insight from Genetec, Hanwha

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Bitesize | Introducing Talion

Talion, born out of the Applied Intelligence division of BAE Systems, has emerged onto the UK cyber market as one of the newest managed security providers. Talion’s roots began when the UK government requested BAE Systems to protect a major UK sporting event. Highly targeted secure government departments and large global organisations followed suit, leveraging

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Cop UK offers full Hikvision range

Cop UK is now stocking, supplying and supporting the entire range of products from Hikvision. This includes the manufacturer’s IP, Turbo, AX PRO Alarm and Display products. “We are excited to be able to stock such an extensive selection of products from the Hikvision range,” said Chris Bentley, Managing Director at Cop UK. “As you

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Armis and Viakoo partner to protect IoT and unmanaged devices

Armis and Viakoo have formed a partnership that brings together IoT device discovery and remediation. Armis detects out-of-compliance devices and Viakoo can trigger certain actions on them, like firmware updates, configuration modifications, certificate refresh and password changes, which can remediate risk. Devices that can’t be remediated would continue to be monitored by Armis for suspicious

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Idis highlights the importance of video footage integrity

Rapid advances in digital video manipulation techniques, and a rise in alleged deep-fake celebrity videos being reported in the news are putting pressure on video technology users as well as prosecutors to demonstrate the integrity of any footage they use. Idis believes demonstrating that footage is genuine is a key challenge for the future. “As

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Motorola Solutions opens new US manufacturing facility for video security

Motorola Solutions has opened its new, Video Security & Analytics manufacturing facility in Richardson, Texas. The manufacturer describes the 136,000 square foot building as representing its continued investment in North American manufacturing and the expansion of its production and shipping capabilities to further the growth of its video security portfolio. “We’re proud to be building

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Ping Identity unveils Project Covid Freedom

Ping Identity has announced Project Covid Freedom, a free mobile vaccine passport that allows healthcare providers, businesses and individuals to verify Covid-19 test results and vaccination status. The move leverages Ping Identity’s recent acquisition of ShoCard personal identity to share proof of Covid test results and vaccinations. According to the manufacturer, Project Covid Freedom creates

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PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery

Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete ‘round trip’ autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone,

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2020 provides a record year of security turnstile sales for Boon Edam Inc

Boon Edam Inc has reported growth in 2020, selling 59% more optical turnstiles than in the previous year. While most people began working from home early in the year, orders for optical turnstiles, which are typically installed in the lobbies of commercial buildings, continued at a steady pace through the summer and into the autumn.

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Johan Cruijff ArenA partners with Security & Safety Things

Security and Safety Things (S&ST) has partnered with the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam to deploy its IoT platform for smart surveillance cameras. The S&ST IoT platform and network of cameras is integrated into the ArenA’s dashboard software to provide information and analysis for safety and security as well optimisation of stadium operations and visitor

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American School of Guatemala upgrades with HID Global

The American School of Guatemala has selected HID Global’s Seos credential technology to upgrade its physical access system. The solution is described as significantly improving campus security and traffic efficiency for students and parents, and enables staff to easily issue and manage access credentials. The American School of Guatemala is a private K-12 college preparatory

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Axis highlights the impact of Covid-19 on the physical security industry in UK and Ireland

A new whitepaper from Axis Communications covers the results of a recent partner survey exploring the impact of Covid-19 on the physical security industry. The online survey, conducted in December 2020, sought the views of senior decision makers within around 200 partner companies across the UK and Ireland. The manufacturer hopes that the results will

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Milestone discusses the future of video technology

In this video, Milestone Systems’ CEO, Thomas Jensen, shares his thoughts on how video technology, when used responsibly, will be an integrated part of the future. The subject will be discussed more at the upcoming MIPS 2021 virtual event. Register for MIPS 2021: https://milestone-mips-2021.webflow.io/

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Bitesize | Staying Safe on Virtual Valentine’s Day, with Cortex Insight

Dating apps and online dating have become the only options for finding love in a pandemic. Virtual dates over Zoom, Skype or Facetime have become the new norm, with any hope of a socially distanced walk cruelly taken from us due to the current Lockdown regulations. The only way to find a Valentine this year

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ExtraHop find 150% increase in suspicious network activity during SUNBURST attack

A new security report from ExtraHop has explored the methods cybercriminals used to evade detection during the months before the SolarWinds SUNBURST exploit was discovered. The report reveals significant increases in suspicious network activity that went largely ignored due to the privileged and trusted status of SolarWinds within the IT environment. As part of the

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Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service

Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping

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Promise Technology joins OSSA

Promise Technology has joined The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA) at the Adopter level. OSSA is a non-profit, non-stock corporation that brings together like-minded organisations to create a framework providing standards and specifications for a common standardized platform for security and safety solutions. “Promise brings to the table decades of experience innovating high-performance enterprise

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NetUtils releases Platinum Tier managed cyber security services

NetUtils has launched what it describes as “the UK’s most advanced and highly integrated managed cyber security service”. The new Platinum Tier service is aimed at helping larger enterprises to improve cyber security defences while reducing operational cost and complexity. The Platinum Tier offering includes a fully staffed, 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) and is

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CDVI becomes founding training partner for Zitko Talent

CDVI group has become one of the founding training partners for Zitko Talent. This announcement follows the news that systems integrator Reliance High-Techhas recently joined the programme as founding employers. Zitko Talent is a partnership of employers, educators and manufacturers devoted to attracting and developing a fresh generation of fire and security engineers. CDVI is

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Trinity College Dublin invests in SafeZone

Trinity College Dublin has signed a five-year contract to become the latest university to implement CriticalArc’s SafeZone technology. Trinity College Dublin states that the solution will help it to achieve a more rapid response to calls for assistance across all campus facilities, and to better assist students and staff working remotely, including those on placement

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IACLEA / CriticalArc Webinar: Coping with Increased Responsibilities in an Era of Uncertainty

Get valuable insights for campus police and public safety teams to contribute strategic value, especially when being asked to do more with less. In this webinar, you’ll get valuable insights for campus police and public safety teams on how to do more with fixed or diminishing resources, including: -How to increase your operational capability -What

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Changi Airport upgrades with Genetec

Changi Airport Group has selected Genetec for a security upgrade project. The three-year deployment project will enhance Singapore Airport’s security operations and provide business intelligence The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2023 and will see Genetec Security Center, a unified security platform that blends IP security systems within a single

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Flir’s Quasar range expands

Flir Systems has unveiled two new visible-camera options as part of its line-up of Quasar Premium security cameras. According to the manufacturer, the Quasar Premium Mini-Dome and Quasar Premium Bullet offer “the forensic image quality, tight integration and advanced cybersecurity features required for critical infrastructure sites, remote facilities, or large areas requiring close monitoring”. The

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Florida water system cyber attack highlights role of cybersecurity in critical infrastructure

Detectives assigned to the Digital Forensics Unit at Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an unlawful computer software intrusion at the City of Oldsmar’s water treatment plant. While the cyber attack was unsuccessful, it does highlight the need for cybersecurity tools in critical infrastructure applications. On Friday, February 5, 2021, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office

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Further successful tests for PRT’s CODA-1 weapon detection system

The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft

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UK creates Cyber Security Council

The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country’s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in

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Bayshore Networks and GE Digital combine to secure industrial networks

Bayshore Networks and GE Digital have expanded their partnership to address the growing need to secure industrial and critical infrastructure networks. GE Digital’s OpShield technology will be integrated into Bayshore Networks’ solutions providing industrial cybersecurity and active prevention/protection for industrial equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human machine interface (HMIs), and engineering workstations. “We’re pleased

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Motorola Solutions adds AI Capabilities to Network Video Recorder

Motorola Solutions has added to its video security and analytics portfolio with the Artificial Intelligence Network Video Recorder (AI NVR). The AI NVR combines the traditional Avigilon NVR with the capabilities of the Avigilon AI Appliance. The solution is cloud-connected, enabling remote management through Avigilon Cloud Services so that users can perform software upgrades and

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Neva Towers secured on a single building management system by Bosch Security

The new Neva Towers range among the tallest buildings in Europe with a total area of 357,000 square meters. The operators of the multifunctional complex, which combines residential and commercial spaces, requested smart features to enhance security and efficiency in the buildings and the safety of its residents. Bosch Security has delivered a range of

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Hikvision discusses the design and manufacturing process for its speed gates and turnstiles

Hikvision is providing people with a closer look at the design and manufacturing processes that go into its speed gates and turnstiles. The manufacturer unveils the whole manufacturing process, covering product design and development, testing, raw material processing, assembling to packaging.

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SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the

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TSL joins the Assa Abloy Group

UK-based handheld RFID reader manufacturer, Technology Solutions (TSL), has been acquired by Assa Abloy. TSL designs, develops and manufactures ruggedised mobile RFID readers and other multi-technology, mobile device peripherals used to identify and track products and assets. “I am very pleased to welcome TSL into the Assa Abloy Group,” said Nico Delvaux, President and CEO

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Idis acquires KT Powertel

Idis has acquired a controlling (44.84%) stake in KT Powertel, the radio communications subsidiary of telecoms giant KT Corp. The move has been designed to strengthen the manufacturer’s offering in the security and safety sectors, with customers to benefit from powerful push-to-talk over cellular (PoC) communications solutions, and an emerging generation of advanced safety and

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Netwatch Group adds two executives

Netwatch Group has made a pair of senior appointments. Rochelle Thompson becomes Chief Marketing Officer while Justin Wilmas has been named as President, Netwatch North America. In her role, Thompson will be responsible for overseeing marketing operations for NMC, CalAtlantic and Netwatch. Meanwhile, Wilmas will be responsible for all video monitoring business from CalAtlantic and

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The River Building secures renovated lobby with Boon Edam turnstiles

The River Building, a commercial space located in London, has installed an array of Boon Edam’s Speedlane Swing optical turnstiles to control entry as part of its office space renovation project. The River Building’s owners decided to renovate to open up a once dark and confined space and create an open, contemporary and industrial design

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

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

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Dahua UK and Ireland launches virtual innovation centre

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

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Plymouth Rock adds refrigerated medical transport solution to UAVs

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

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Ping Identity launches identity verification service

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

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Exploring Hikvision’s temperature screening and metal detector solution

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

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One Identity unveils new SaaS IGA and PAM Solutions

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

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Hosted video and access control sees sharp rise during the pandemic

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

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Citadel Defense wins government contract

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

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Alcatraz AI receives ISO 27001 certification

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

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Assa Abloy unveils new SMARTair electronic escutcheon

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

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BSIA publishes ethical AFR framework

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

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Datto adds MSP voice to Ransomware Task Force

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

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Successful Echo test for the Met Police

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

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DigiCert completes migration of customers and partners to CertCentral

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

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MagicCube appointed to PCI Security Standards Council Board of Advisors

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

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Paxton offers installers online face-to-face training

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

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OSSA joins Euralarm

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

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Siemens launches compact PA/VA solution

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

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Bitesize | Data Privacy Day | Cloud Security, with Comforte

It’s Data Privacy Day! In this Bitesize video, Trevor Morgan, product manager at Comforte AG, talks about Cloud Security in 2021 Photo by Łukasz Łada. find us onlinewww.securityonscreen.comwww.facebook.com/SecOnScreenwww.instagram.com/securityonscreenwww.twitter.com/seconscreenwww.linkedin.com/company/security-on-screen

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Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story. find us online www.securityonscreen.com www.facebook.com/SecOnScreen www.instagram.com/securityonscreen www.twitter.com/seconscreen www.linkedin.com/company/security-on-screen

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Bitesize | DATA PRIVACY DAY | Stay safe on Social Media, with Sy4 Security

It’s Data Privacy Day! In this Bitesize video, Lewis Jones, Threat Intelligence Analyst at Sy4 Security talks about staying safe on social media in 2021 find us onlinewww.securityonscreen.comwww.facebook.com/SecOnScreenwww.instagram.com/securityonscreenwww.twitter.com/seconscreenwww.linkedin.com/company/security-on-screen

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Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and

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

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

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Annke ships smart security products to 36 more countries

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

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Radiflow sees record year for growth and revenues

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

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Dallmeier unveils Picoline 5050 series

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

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BSIA Chief joins ECHO board

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

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Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract

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

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Altronix appoints new Northeast Sales Manager for the US

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

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Ajax Systems opens third regional R&D office

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

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Industrial Defender creates IT-OT integration lab

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

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KnowBe4 finds rise in work from home-related phishing attacks

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

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Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar

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

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DataLocker launches its most secure managed large-capacity USB drive

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

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Montana State University-Northern secures school with Napco

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

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Barmak Meftah added to Nozomi Networks board of directors

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

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

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

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DigiCert grows in the Nordic region

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

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360 Vision Technology hosts radar imaging webinar

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

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