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IDIS Europe appoints Brian Lee as Managing Director

IDIS Europe has confirmed the appointment of Brian Lee as its new Managing Director, as it drives the wider adoption of AI video surveillance technology with a focus on system performance and value. Brian Lee was most recently Senior VP of Marketing & Sales Development for IDIS Americas, based in Dallas, and was instrumental in growing the North American and LATAM business. He previously held a headquarters position as Head of the Global Strategy Team for the company, South Korea’s l...

AI in application security: Checkmarx's pioneering role

Checkmarx, the global pioneer in agentic-AI powered application security testing, announced record-breaking growth for its flagship platform, Checkmarx One, underscoring a wave of customer adoption fuelled by innovation and strategic pioneering. The news comes alongside groundbreaking research from Checkmarx Zero that highlights the urgent need for secure software in an AI-driven development landscape. Record-breaking growth & adoption Checkmarx One has rapidly become the platform of choi...

Semperis launches Ready1 for identity resilience

Semperis, a pioneer in identity-driven cyber resilience, announced the release of Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management—which combines its innovative Active Directory Forest Recovery (ADFR), Disaster Recovery for Entra Tenant (DRET), and Identity Forensics and Incident Response (IFIR) services with its expert-built enterprise crisis management system, Ready1—to help organisations quickly return to normal business operations after identity-related cyberattacks. The ground-breaking sol...

WAGNER Group wins GIT SECURITY AWARD 2026

WAGNER Group GmbH has been awarded the GIT SECURITY AWARD 2026 in the "Fire protection" category. The award was given for the innovative OxyReduct F-Line oxygen reduction system, which actively prevents the outbreak of open fires under defined conditions. The system expands on the proven method of oxygen reduction with hydrogen-based fuel cell technology, which also enables an emission-free energy supply. The key advancement lies in the combination of a protective atmosphere and a self-suf...

Honeywell & LS ELECTRIC: Data centre power solutions

Honeywell announced a global strategic collaboration with LS ELECTRIC to jointly develop and market hardware and software solutions that simplify the power management and distribution for data centres and other building operators, helping improve operational efficiency and resiliency. By combining LS ELECTRIC's deep expertise in power systems with Honeywell's leadership in building automation and controls, data centre operators will be able to seamlessly integrate critical power distr...

Global access control market growth 2025-2030

Driven by the rising adoption of IoT-enabled security systems and cloud-based platforms, the global access control market is expected to grow from USD 10.62 billion in 2025 to USD 15.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.3%, according to new information from research company, Marketsandmarkets. IoT enhances automation efficiency by enabling secure, real-time data exchange, while cloud integration offers scalability, remote monitoring, and reduced maintenance costs. Together, they support advanced...

Intercity boosts security as member of MISA with Microsoft

Intercity has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of software development companies and security services partners that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft Security technology to better defend mutual customers against a world of increasing cyber threats.   The Intercity managed SOC delivers comprehensive 24/7/365 security protection, defending against threats with SIEM (Security Incident Event Management) and XDR (Extended Detec...

Synectics partner program: Premium benefits unveiled

Synectics, a pioneer in advanced security and surveillance solutions, has expanded its global Partner Program, introducing enhanced benefits across all tiers and launching a new premium status for top-performing channel partners. Premium Partners will receive greater discounts, priority support, exclusive product previews, qualified lead access, and a place on the Partner Advisory Board with a chance to influence product development and strategy. Benefits for partners Partners will also benef...

Eviden strengthens cybersecurity with Cosmian KMS

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand, pioneering in advanced computing, cybersecurity products, mission-critical systems, and vision AI announces the strengthening of its cybersecurity product offering through the integration of Cosmian’s Key Management System (KMS). In an era marked by rapidly increasing cyber threats, it is imperative that French and European companies retain control over the security of their most sensitive data, irrespective of deployment environment. Merger between...

iDenfy launches Criminal Background Check tool

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based identity verification, fraud prevention, and compliance company, announced the launch of its Criminal Background Check tool.  The solution will help enhance KYC/KYB and AML compliance by accessing up-to-date international criminal databases from all US states, pulling and extracting data on all individuals who are being screened. The solution will help save time and automatically generate reports with all data found in a single PDF file, enabling faster red flag...

Spotter Global RDID 2.0: Advanced drone detection

Just a few months after the release of RDID 1.0, Spotter Global is proud to announce the release of RDID 2.0. This sensor is for detecting and tracking FAA-compliant Wifi and Bluetooth drones as well as their pilots. Upholding the Spotter Global motto, “First to Detect, First to Protect™”, RDID 2.0 will empower law enforcement and security personnel with a cost-effective solution to reliably detect 90+% of drones in their airspace, with zero false alarms and swiftly reach the...

Genetec expands global access control market share

According to the newly released 2025 Access Control Report from global research firm Omdia, Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, continues to expand its share of the global access control software market, maintaining its #2 position worldwide.  In an industry shaped by mergers and acquisitions, the report shows that Genetec achieved the highest organic global market share gain in on-premises access control software. For customers, partnering with a co...

Sophos launches Sophos advisory services

Sophos, a pioneer of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announces the launch of Sophos Advisory Services, a suite of security testing services designed to identify gaps in organisations’ security programs. These offerings – External Penetration Testing, Internal Penetration Testing, Wireless Network Penetration Testing, and Web Application Security Assessment – help fortify an organisation’s defenses against cyberattacks and optimise their current...

Zimperium exposes VPN flaws - protect enterprise data

Zimperium, the pioneer in mobile security, releases new research from its zLabs team revealing alarming weaknesses in mobile Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. While VPNs are marketed as essential privacy tools, Zimperium’s analysis of 800 free Android and iOS apps shows that many actually put users, and the enterprises they work for at greater risk. Among the findings: 25% of iOS VPN apps lacked a valid privacy manifest, violating Apple requirements and leaving users in the...

Deepgram achieves AWS Generative AI Competency

Deepgram, the world’s most realistic and real-time Voice AI platform, has announced it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Generative AI Competency. This specialisation recognises Deepgram as an AWS Partner that helps customers and the AWS Partner Network (APN) drive the advancement of services, tools, and infrastructure pivotal for implementing generative AI technologies. AWS Generative AI Competency The AWS Generative AI Competency requires a rigorous technical audit, proof of...

Cyber resilience: Beyond compliance in the UK

Cybersecurity experts are warning that too many organisations are treating resilience as a compliance requirement rather than embedding it into core business strategy, leaving them dangerously exposed to cyber attacks. According to Gartner, resilience is too often viewed as a “tick-box” exercise focused narrowly on metrics or recovery documentation. Instead, experts stress the need for cross-department collaboration, regular testing through simulations, and executive-level involvem...

Sustainability in security: Gunnebo's best practices

Gunnebo Safe Storage has published a new white paper titled Embedding Sustainability into Business: From Principles to Practice, which examines how organisations can move beyond regulatory compliance to fully integrate environmental, social and governance principles into their operations. The downloadable white paper addresses the need for businesses to respond to climate change, evolving legislation and rising expectations from stakeholders. It explores how sustainability can be embedded acros...

Video analytics & business intelligence at GSX 2025

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is exhibiting at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana, from Sept. 29th -Oct. 1st. At Booth 1955, the company will demonstrate how its proven products, digitally enabled solutions and service offerings are transforming security into a data-driven, ROI-focused discipline that enhances safety, efficiency and corporate responsibility. Drawing on insights gleaned from listening sessions with...

Keenfinity's Radionix: New era in intrusion alarms

KEENFINITY Group’s Intrusion & Access Business Unit launches Radionix as its new brand for intrusion alarm systems and unlocks new potential and growth opportunities. The Radionix vision is “Mission control, for your security.” This statement encapsulates the focus on empowering users with a system that seamlessly integrates every layer of security. It answers increasing security needs and customer demand for integrated, time-saving, connected and flexible solutions. Radi...

Morse Watchmans key management at GSX 2025

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is highlighting its flagship KeyWatcher Touch and full suite of electronic key and asset management solutions at GSX 2025 in New Orleans. Attendees can visit Booth #3713 to explore how Morse Watchmans technologies help organisations secure keys, protect assets, and strengthen operational accountability. “KeyWatcher Touch continues to set the standard in key management, providing organisations with systems...

S12 Group heads the security industry at International Security Expo 2025

The newly formed Security Guarding Leadership Group (S12) met with Security Minister - Dan Jarvis MBE for the first time at the International Security Expo, Olympia London, and announced Paul Evans (CEO, Carlisle Security) and Peter Harrison (FGH Security) as Chair and Deputy Chair of the Group, which brings together a diverse team of elected leaders from across the security industry.  The Group will regularly engage directly with the Minister, Homeland Security and the Security Industry A...

Mercury MP controllers at GSX 2025: A new era of access control

Mercury Security, the pioneer in open architecture access control hardware, is putting the spotlight on its embedded application environment for Mercury MP Controllers at GSX 2025. First previewed at ISC West earlier this year, the platform is gaining strong traction, with dozens of partners already developing certified apps in preparation for its official launch later this year. “Since we first introduced the Embedded Application Environment, our focus has been on working closely with do...

Hanwha QVGA AI thermal cameras for security solutions

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in security and surveillance solutions, introduces its next-generation QVGA AI thermal surveillance camera range. Featuring AI object detection, advanced thermal imaging with noise equivalent temperature difference (NETD) of less than 20mK, long-range lens options up to 60mm, and eight or 30 frames per second (fps), these high-performance cameras transform perimeter and critical infrastructure monitoring. Whether securing data centres at close range, or tracking moveme...

AI-powered video innovations by Axis Communications

Axis Communications, a pioneer in network video, has unveiled an experiment called The Object Detection Orchestra - the world’s first musical performance played entirely on AI-powered video surveillance cameras and speakers. Designed to push the boundaries of how video surveillance can be applied beyond traditional security, the initiative demonstrates how advanced analytics can transform cameras into unconventional instruments. Cameras with AI-based analytics Axis created a system that...

i-PRO joins AI security elite with ISO certification

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security, public safety and medical applications marked its 6th year as an independent organisation.   Underscoring its strong market momentum and commitment to innovation, the company reported several key milestones, including the opening of a new factory in Japan, the industry's first ISO/IEC 42001 certification for AI management, the launch of Active Guard 3.0 with generative AI capabilities, and the ex...

Omny appoints Fetten as CEO for global OT security growth

Omny has selected Thomas Fetten to lead its next phase of growth, as the company helps organisations around the world make sense of complex operational data, identify hidden security risks, and better protect critical infrastructure. Fetten will officially assume the role on 1 October 2025.    Fetten brings more than 25 years of global leadership experience in technology, cybersecurity, and managed services, including senior executive roles at Deutsche Telekom Security, Secure Link/Or...

DHF unveils innovations at Fencex 2025

The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is pleased to announce its participation in two of the UK’s most significant security and safety industry events this October: Fencex 2025 and MLA Expo 2025.  On 15th October 2025, DHF will exhibit at Fencex, the UK’s only exhibition dedicated to perimeter security, fencing, and access control.  Taking place at NAEC Stoneleigh Exhibition Park in Warwickshire, the biennial event brings together professionals, contractors, specifier...

Verifyfaces & Actuate: AI-powered security partnership

Verifyfaces, a global pioneer in facial verification technology trusted by security professionals worldwide, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Actuate, a New York-based AI company specialising in computer vision solutions for remote video monitoring and security. This collaboration integrates Verifyfaces’ high-precision facial recognition with Actuate’s advanced detection analytics, delivering a robust solution that reduces false alarms and improves detection accu...

Milestone unveils AXIS Secure Entry for XProtect

Milestone Systems, a world pioneer in data-driven video technology, announced the launch of the AXIS Secure Entry for XProtect; a new all-in-one-solution now available on Milestone’s open platform video management system, XProtect. The integration brings together access control and video surveillance directly within the XProtect Smart Client user interface and helps streamline operations and improve real-time decision-making. AXIS Secure Entry for XProtect AXIS Secure Entry for XProtect...

Camelot Secure: 2025 Cybersecurity Awards finalist

Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, and its parent company DigiFlight, announced it has been named a finalist in three categories at the 2025 Cybersecurity Awards hosted by The Cybersecurity Association, Inc.  The honors spotlight Camelot’s innovation in technology, commitment to workforce development, and impact as a trusted government partner. The recognition reflects Camelot Secure’s groundbreaking work advancing its Secure360 platform, which unifies cybe...