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APM returns to address the industry’s demand for sustainability, digitalisation, and innovation

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), the largest meeting place in Southeast Asia for the global maritime value chain, will return for its 18th installment in Singapore from 13 to 15 March 2024 at the Marina Bay Sands.  The premier exhibition and conference is expected to bring together more than 14,000 shipowners, shipyards, ship management, and technical procurers to meet over 1,400 solutions providers.  Solutions and services “For the past few months, we have been reconnecting with...

Berg Insight shares The biggest IoT trends from CES 2024

CES tends to have something for everyone, spanning tiny gadgets to large industrial machinery. While AI dominated this year’s iteration of the show, there were also plenty of announcements around wireless, IoT and connected cars. The IoT Infrastructure Pavilion seemed to have grown a bit from last year and garnered significant attendance. The breadth of the show has for some vendors made it an even more central platform than the mobile-centric event MWC. As per usual, they spent most of...

Radiant Logic announces RadiantOne AI, with new Generative AI Data Assistant "AIDA"

Radiant Logic, the Identity Data Fabric company, has unveiled RadiantOne AI, its data lake-powered Artificial Intelligence engine, and AIDA, its generative AI data assistant. RadiantOne AI RadiantOne AI is designed to complement existing tech stack and governance products by correlating data across multiple sources and providing contextual information to drive better decision-making. The result is a radical reduction in the time and resources needed to gather the data required to effectively...

ASIS and SIA announce details and open call for proposals for 2024 Security LeadHER conference

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership association for the security industry, have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession.  The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held from Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Security LeadHER Born of a need to e...

Matrix Comsec is gearing up to present state-of-the-art Security and Telecom solutions at the SITA IT Expo

Matrix Comsec, a well-established entity in the Security and Telecom sectors, is poised to exhibit its high-quality solutions at the South Gujarat Information Technologists Association (SITA) IT Expo in Surat, taking place from January 19th to 22nd, 2024. Boasting a strong history spanning more than thirty years, Matrix has positioned itself as a prominent supplier of extensive security and communication solutions, serving organisations of varying sizes globally. This ongoing engagement seeks t...

Secure Logiq takes centre stage at Intersec 2024

As Intersec 2024 approaches, Secure Logiq stands at the forefront of the surveillance industry, poised to showcase a fusion of innovation, strategic partnerships, and state-of-the-art solutions. Secure Logiq is thrilled to collaborate with esteemed technology partners at Intersec 2024, promising an engaging display of cutting-edge solutions. Technology at Intersec 2024 Explore the ground-breaking technology at the following partner stands: Axis – Stand S1-H11: Secure Logiq powers Axi...

Dahua helps conserve sea turtles using eco-friendly cameras

Sea turtles are ancient sea creatures that have been roaming the earth for more than 100 million years. They are unique aquatic animals that play a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem in the oceans. They help conserve seagrass beds and coral reefs, manage the jellyfish population in the ocean, and transport important nutrients to other living organisms under the sea. The delicate dance of sea turtles as they nest along the coastlines is a spectacle that resonates with many.  ...

XOi and Daikin Comfort Technologies introduce the future of field service technology through key strategic relationship

Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc. (Daikin), a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., a manufacturer of heating, cooling, and refrigerant products, and XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, are transforming the possibilities of field service technology through a new strategic relationship. AI- and data-driven solution Together, Daikin and XOi are working to revolutionise the way technicians interact with tech...

Everon acquires Idaho-based Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Inc.

Everon, also known as ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Inc., based out of Boise, Idaho, USA. Geographic expansion This is the third acquisition that Everon has completed since emerging as a standalone organisation in October 2023, and already the second in 2024, following the January 4 announcement that it had acquired Maine-based Portland Safe, Inc...

Dallmeier video solutions at LogiMAT 2024

Germany-based video pioneer - Dallmeier will once again be taking part in LogiMAT 2024, which will be held in Stuttgart from 19 to 21 March, 2024. The experts from Dallmeier will be exhibiting on the stand of the Mobility & Logistics Cluster (hall 8, stand C53) and will be demonstrating how security and processes in logistics can be optimised with video technology. Decisive image quality In addition to the classic “surveillance cameras” of the Domera® series, Dallmeier&rsq...

TDSi launches Version 2.6 update of its powerful GARDiS software

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces the release of its latest update to the powerful but highly flexible and secure GARDiS access software – Version 2.6. A host of new solutions-driven and oriented features include integration with CCTV VMS platform Hanwha Vision, bringing a host of CCTV and VMS features to GARDiS, and integration with the Calms Visitor Management Platform, for seamless Visitor Management, Registration, and Verification. Version 2.6 of GA...

ISS enters into partnership agreement with Convergint

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has entered into a partnership with Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration.  As part of the agreement, ISS and Convergint will provide end users across a wide variety of different vertical markets with AI-powered video intelligence solutions to help improve and streamline security, safety, and business operations throughout their respective...

RISCO’s innovative tech included in Skills for Security curriculum to tackle skills crisis

Major provider of professional cloud-based security solutions for the UK and Ireland commercial, industrial and residential markets, RISCO, has announced a new partnership with top apprenticeship training provider, Skills for Security. The partnership aims to help address the national shortage of 30,000 security engineers and the sectoral skills gap.  LightSYS+ RISCO solutions including the hybrid intruder alarm system, LightSYS+, will be integrated into all six Skills for Security train...

barox provides added value for IP video networks with integration to Geutebrück VMS

To enable extended user control, barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, has announced seamless integration to the Geutebrück Video Management System (VMS). barox’s capability to integrate their advanced DMS network monitoring tool is unique in the CCTV market and greatly extends Geutebrück’s Video Security Solution control functionality. By enabling easy integration to the barox Ethernet swi...

International Security Expo announces new Chairwoman

International Security Expo is delighted to announce that it has appointed a new Chairwoman. Responsibilities Angela Essel, Senior Account Director MoD HQ at Thales UK, and Former Head of JSaRC, Homeland Security Group, Home Office, will be taking on the role effective immediately. Taking over from Admiral the Rt Hon Lord West of Spithead GCB DSC PC DUniv, former UK Security Minister, who steps down after having served eight years in the role, Angela will spearhead an Advisory Council that co...

Taglio joins the PSIA for a new era in smart card technologies

Taglio, the globally renowned independent provider of smart card technologies, has announced that it has joined the PSIA. The company, based in Austin, Texas, was established in 2012, and its products and services have been integrated with many millions of smart cards, devices, and mobile phones worldwide. Physical access “Working with our OEM partners, Taglio’s products are deployed in identity and logical access projects, both large and small,” said GW Habraken, Co-Founder...

Genetec to showcase the latest version of Security Center and cloud-ready physical security solutions at Intersec 2024

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will demonstrate the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center, as well as a range of cloud-ready solutions at Intersec 2024.   Taking place from 16 – 18 January, Intersec 2024 delegates can experience live demonstrations of the latest physical security products, and gain insights on Genetec's advanced technologies that ar...

Senstar receives additional factory certification under the LenelS2® OpenAccess Alliance Program

Senstar, a provider of sensing and information management solutions for the protection of critical infrastructure, announces it has received additional LenelS2 factory certification as part of its long-standing membership in the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). Perimeter intrusion sensors Senstar's vast array of perimeter intrusion detection sensors, including FlexZone®, FiberPatrol® FP1150, FiberPatrol® FP400, Senstar LM100, OmniTrax®, UltraWave™, UltraLink&tr...

Userful unveils seven innovations for its Infinity Platform, amplifying its leadership in enterprise AV over IP

Userful™, a pioneering provider of IT solutions for core enterprise operations, has announced seven industry-first enhancements for its Infinity Platform that was launched spring of 2023. Scalable, and secure platform Userful’s software-defined AV over IP platform provides a full suite of integrated AV applications built on an IT infrastructure that is centrally managed, scalable, and secure.  It eliminates the operational silos and complexities inherent in traditional AV dep...

Siemens and AWS join forces to democratise generative AI in software development

Siemens and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are strengthening their partnership and making it easier for businesses of all sizes and industries to build and scale generative artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Advanced generative AI technology Domain experts in fields such as engineering and manufacturing, as well as logistics, insurance, or banking will be able to create new and upgrade existing applications with the most advanced generative AI technology. To make this possible, Siemens is...

Swann Security’s ActiveResponse™ Personal Safety Alarm and HomeShield™ AI Security Concierge both named CES Innovation Award honourees

Swann, a global pioneer in do-it-yourself security, announces its products - Swann Security’s ActiveResponse™ Personal Safety Alarm and Swann HomeShield™ AI Security Concierge have both been named CES Innovation Award Honourees in the Smart Home category. The announcement was made ahead of CES 2024, the world’s most influential technology event, happening Jan. 9-12, 2024. ActiveResponse™ Personal Alarm The Swann ActiveResponse™ Personal Alarm is a first-of-...

Abode Systems unveils AI-boosted security camera at CES 2024

Abode Systems, the provider of DIY smart home security solutions, announces today the next evolution in smart home security camera offerings, the Abode Edge Camera. First wireless home security camera  Forged in partnership with Morse Micro, the leading Wi-Fi HaLow silicon vendor, and Xailient, the leader in edge AI for computer vision, this category-defining solution is the world’s first wireless home security camera supercharged with AI-at-the-edge capabilities, a transmission ra...

Morse Watchmans features range of innovative key control solutions at ACA 2024 Winter Conference

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a comprehensive range of its award-winning key control products at the American Correctional Association’s Winter Conference, January 4-7, 2024 at the Gaylord National Harbor in National Harbor, MD. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, the KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth #1113. Secure corrections operations...

Camera health issues estimated to impact 50 percent of installed surveillance cameras each year

Video surveillance technology has become a tool of choice for organisations looking to protect their facilities and staff, with some estimates putting the number of installed surveillance cameras over one billion worldwide.  Value of recorded video For the majority of these camera installations, the value lies in the recorded video, providing visual evidence of potential incidents, a shoplifter in a retail store, fraudulent activity such as insider threats or a faked “slip and...

Knightscope awarded authority to operate by U.S. Federal Government

Knightscope announced that it has received its Authority to Operate (“ATO”) from the Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (“FedRAMP”), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Security assessment, authorisation FedRAMP is a government-wide program that provides a standardised approach to security assessment, authorisation, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. This achievement means that Knightscope will eventually be list...

Aqua Security secures $60M additional funding at a valuation above $1B

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security announced it has secured $60M in funding, led by new investor Evolution Equity Partners, with participation from existing investors Insight Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and StepStone Group. The funding, an extension of the company’s Series E round, places Aqua’s valuation above $1B.   Cloud-native security provider Aqua has raised $325 million since its founding in 2015. During that time, more than 5...

SIA names Renee Thompson as Chair of Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Renee Thompson – Director of Global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance at Wesco International as the first-ever Chair of SIA’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board. Renee's experience Thompson has led the global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance team at Wesco since 2020, helping evolve the company’s approach to compliance, sustainable practices, and corporate citizenship. Since joining...

Unique thermal-based AI nuisance alarm filtering from SightLogix

SightLogix, the major innovator of outdoor video security solutions, is introducing thermal-based AI alarm filtering, an edge-based solution that significantly enhances outdoor performance. This development augments SightLogix's "above all, don’t miss" detection architecture, aiming to virtually eliminate outdoor nuisance alarms while maintaining the highest Probability of Detection (PD). For new and existing customers Designed for perimeters and outdoor areas, the thermal edge-based AI...

Genetec shares top physical security trends for 2024

Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2024. Teams will become more united In 2024, organisations will look to optimise collaboration between IT and physical security teams. Bridging these two valuable skill sets will result in more effective risk mitigation and data optimisation across the business. Physical security pioneers...

Herta's innovation: EU-recognised FUTURE project redefines security

Herta, a world-pioneering facial analysis company, proudly announces the launch of FUTURE, its groundbreaking project in the realm of security technology, and its emergence from the prestigious recognition of the EU Seal of Excellence. This acknowledgment underscores FUTURE’s commitment to innovation and excellence in revolutionising the landscape of security technology. FUTURE project The FUTURE project, developed within the European Union framework, embodies the pinnacle of technologi...