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Speco Technologies launched the Speco Video Doorbell (O2DB1), a Wi-Fi-enabled smart device featuring a wide-angle lens, two-way audio, built-in card reader, as well as infrared (IR) and LED lights for superior low-light performance. “Our Video Doorbell offers the best of our video surveillance technology in a sleek, compact design,” said Speco Technologies President, Todd Keller. “We built the Video Doorbell to integrate into existing security infrastructure or ope...
Acre Security, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, introduces the Acre Intrusion AIC-1200 control panel. Engineered to provide comprehensive protection, the AIC-1200 merges advanced technology with user-friendly design and affordability. AIC-1200 control panel The AIC-1200 control panel is designed to meet the ever-evolving demands of today's sophisticated security environments. Featuring bidirectional wireless communication, it delivers reliable communication...
U.K. fire and rescue services (FRSs) Hereford and Worcester FRS, Shropshire FRS, Cleveland Fire Brigade, and Country Durham & Darlington FRS have selected Motorola Solutions to deploy a new Control Room Solution (CRS) utilising a shared control room platform to allow the four control rooms to work independently as well as a collaborative services hub. The new solution integrates workflows from initial call-taking to dispatch, into an intuitive and unified response system. It will...
AV-Comparatives, a globally recognised independent organisation specialising in cybersecurity testing, is pleased to announce the results of its 2024 Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) Test for enterprise cybersecurity solutions. This comprehensive evaluation provides Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) with critical insights into the efficacy of leading endpoint protection products against sophisticated, targeted cyber threats. ATP Test The ATP Test rigorously assesses each product's a...
Secure Logiq is proud to mark the second anniversary of its regional headquarters in Business Bay, Dubai, on November 7, 2024. Impact in Dubai Since opening the office in 2022, Secure Logiq has made significant strides in the Middle East, forging impactful partnerships, winning industry awards, and supporting high-profile projects across the region. Driven by the immense potential and unique demands of the Middle Eastern market, Secure Logiq’s Dubai office has made its presence known ov...
Invicti Security announces Kevin Gallagher’s return to the company as President. Gallagher brings over 20 years of experience working with a range of established organisations like Brinqa, Sun Microsystems, and BeyondTrust. Gallagher most recently held the position of CEO of Cososys, a data loss prevention software provider, where he helped lead the company to a profitable exit. Previously, he served as Chief Revenue Officer at Netsparker, Acunetix, and Invicti, where he managed global sa...
The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the renowned organisation for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education around the world, is to host its first European Region Winter Conference at Leiden University in the Netherlands. The Conference, which takes place from Wednesday, 27 November 2024 until Friday, 29 November 2024, is free to all AUCSO members. European Winter Conference Benny Vandenberghe, Chair of the European Region for AUCSO will o...
IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is kicking off ISC East 2024 in New York with a strong presence. At Booth #425, attendees can explore its comprehensive lineup of advanced surveillance solutions, including the scalable IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS and a wide range of AI-powered, NDAA-compliant video surveillance technologies. Designed to excel across key sectors such as banking, retail, education, critical infra...
Axis Communications, as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering a smarter, safer world through the use of advanced surveillance technologies, will preview its latest panoramic cameras at ISC East 2024, the Northeast's premier security and public safety event. Amongst its latest product offerings are two new AI-powered panoramic cameras, the AXIS P3747-PLVE and AXIS P3748-PLVE, which provide expansive coverage for outdoor areas, as well as the capacity to deliver clear imagery...
SoundThinking, Inc., a public safety technology company, has officially entered the rapidly growing licence Plate Recognition (LPR) industry with its new solution, PlateRanger™, powered by Rekor®. Building on its success in public safety technologies, SoundThinking is expanding its capabilities to include vehicle and licence plate recognition for law enforcement and public safety agencies across the country. End-to-end LPR solution Designed in collaboration with Rekor Systems,...
A man has been jailed for almost three years after he used a fake Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence to work at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and commit theft. £1425 cash theft Daniel Carter, who has a criminal history of fraud and deception, used his position as a security supervisor to steal £1425 cash from the hospital. The SIA worked closely with Leicestershire Police to investigate Carter, who had never held an SIA licence, despite being employed as a security supe...
Bromsgrove-based security and monitoring company, Ecl-ips, is counting down to the North Worcestershire Business Awards on Thursday 21 November 2024 at Hogarths Stone Manor near Kidderminster. The company is among the 30 local businesses that have been short-listed for an award. Ecl-ips is a finalist in the ‘best use of technology’ award category along with Redditch-based TSR Electrical Group and StarkEV, an electrical vehicle charging point installer. Vape detector The nomination...
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in consultation with the Department of labour (DOL), announced that it expects to make an additional 64,716 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas available for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, on top of the congressionally mandated 66,000 H-2B visas that are available each fiscal year. Additional H-2B visas These additional H-2B visas represent the maximum permitted under the authority provided by Congress and are identical to the additional temporary vis...
iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech company, announced its new Know Your Business (KYB) verification workflow for Sole Proprietorships. This feature is designed to onboard sole traders, businesses, and legal entities through a unified dashboard. Tailored specifically to meet the needs of sole proprietors, iDenfy’s solution helps compliance teams collect information required for KYB verification more efficiently, using special features, such as automated questionnaires and templates that mak...
Luminys Systems Corp (Luminys), a provider of smart, sustainable, and connected technology solutions announced the launch of its latest suite of security technology products designed for the North American market. The release is scheduled for a public unveiling during the "Luminys Phase 2 Product Launch" webinar on Nov. 15, showcasing an innovative product lineup that meets the modern demands for scalable, intelligent, and compliant security. Product lineup The new suite includes an array of...
Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, has announced a strategic partnership with Chubb China, signaling growth and expansion in the region. The announcement came as part of the New Zealand-China Business Partnerships Ceremony in Guangzhou on November 7. Seven other New Zealand companies joined Gallagher to signal new cooperation agreements between the companies and their Chinese counterparts. Projects and product launches The event was at...
In a move set to reshape the industrial Augmented Reality (AR) market, RealWear, the global pioneer in wearable computing for industrial applications, today announced its acquisition of Almer Technologies, a Swiss pioneer in ultra-compact, user-friendly AR headsets. This acquisition, strategically and financially backed by TeamViewer, the leading provider of enterprise AR software, marks a significant leap forward in the mission to empower frontline workers worldwide with cutting-edge AR techno...
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has launched its winter safety campaign, urging people to ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’. The initiative is aimed at fostering public awareness of shared responsibilities in keeping public spaces safe. Importance of teamwork The online campaign emphasises the importance of teamwork in public safety, encouraging the public, security professionals, and businesses to collaborate by staying vigilant and reporting anything unusual to licenced security...
ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its Gun Violence Research Centre has released its Holiday Gun Incidents in Retail Facilities Report, identifying a disturbing trend involving gun-related violence in US retail locations. The research shows that, during the 2022 and 2023 holiday seasons, from Black Friday to New Year’s Eve, retail settings includ...
ASIS International (ASIS) and the International Protective Security Board (IPSB) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote collaboration and information-sharing between the two organisations. This partnership aims to foster the growth of the security industry and the executive protection community. MOU outline The MOU outlines the purpose of the agreement, which is to facilitate mutual cooperation and the exchange of knowledge and resources between ASIS and IPSB....
Not far from Kurfürstendamm, Berlin's number 1 shopping boulevard, a handful of people are working high up on the 13th floor to conquer the global market for smart door intercom systems with a compact and ultra-modern and above all high-quality and affordable product: DoorBird. The goal was to make it possible for residents all over the world to speak to their visitors at the door and even open the door for them, no matter where they may be at that moment. HD camera In autumn...
Matrix, a pioneering Indian technology provider, is set to exhibit its state-of-the-art security solutions at Inno Rail 2024. The event, scheduled from November 28 to 30 at the RDSO Stadium Ground in Lucknow, will see Matrix at Booth No. 81, where it will display a range of solutions designed specifically for the rail and transportation sectors. RDSO 6.0-compliant network cameras Matrix is the first Indian company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant network cameras, aligning with the strict cyb...
In light of the growth of IoT device deployments, coupled with the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, the need for comprehensive cybersecurity solutions has never been more urgent. Recognising this imperative, the HyGARDE consortium has been established to develop a state-of-the-art cybersecurity solution to protect connected equipment, ensuring the security of the devices and the sensitive data that flows through them. This approach is essential to safeguard the entire...
Verkada, the pioneer in cloud-based physical security announced that it has added six new technology partners to its Integrations programme: Appriss Retail, Auror, Axon Evidence, CompScience, Extreme Networks, and RedBag. This expanded range of supported integrations will empower Verkada customers across a range of verticals, including retail, law enforcement, manufacturing, and education, to address even more use cases with Verkada's platform and solutions. Verkada's Integrations progra...
adCAPTHCA, the specialist security verification platform, has partnered with web development agency Indie Ridge to protect its clients from bot attacks through human verification technology. Indie Ridge delivers technical solutions on behalf of the UK’s leading creative agencies, but the rapid increase of bot traffic on client websites was compromising user experience, distorting analytics, and creating security vulnerabilities, as well as being a potential attack vector into the brand&rs...
Cequence Security, a pioneer in API security and bot management announced the launch of its new API Security Assessment Services. Designed to provide immediate, actionable insights into API security risks, these time-bound and fixed services leverage Cequence’s advanced Unified API Protection platform, enabling companies to quickly identify and address security gaps within their existing infrastructure. A clear and comprehensive view As digital transformation accelerates, the reliance o...
Verifying identities and conducting criminal background checks in the field has traditionally been one of the most time-consuming tasks for law enforcement officers. Real-time mobile biometrics In the past, this often required detaining individuals and transporting them to a station for fingerprint identification. Forward-thinking agencies like the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) are tapping into highly accurate, real-time mobile biometric technology — Rapid ID — tran...
Allied Universal®, the world’s major security and facility services company, announced the launch of its new Workforce Solution Services business unit. Workforce Solution Services Workforce Solution Services provides a wide range of premium staffing solutions – including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary to companies nationwide across diverse industries. It replaces Allied Universal’s 30-year-old Peoplemark brand. As the third largest private employer in North Am...
“CRITIS” security managers worldwide are confronted with a multitude of information, new requirements, and questions, not least against the background of massive geopolitical changes. The new “International CRITIS Practical Guide to Video Technology” from Germany-based manufacturer Dallmeier Electronic is intended to provide support. Compared to the first German edition, this internationally oriented, English-language practical guide has a broader definition of the CRITI...
The demands on intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations are growing, as the current complex security environment addresses new requirements to support faster and more efficient operations. Legacy ISR systems have struggled to keep up with the vast amounts of surging data volumes, which often translates into delayed decision-making. As a result valuable -- and sometimes vital -- insights are lost, risking mission success and even human lives. So says Mark Rushton...
