Access control news

Hirsch, a global security technology pioneer advancing physical security, video intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital identification solutions, announces the relaunch of its iconic brand and strengthened focus on the industry’s most complete high-security, end-to-end platform. This milestone follows the purchase of Identiv’s physical and cybersecurity business units by Vitaprotech, positioning Hirsch as the global pioneer in physical security, video intelligence, and identity sol...

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is at the forefront of the healthcare AI revolution. Since 2019, the hospital's dedicated AI centre has been developing innovative applications that are transforming patient care. The centre has made significant strides in diagnostics and treatment, developing over 20 AI applications. These applications leverage deep learning to analyse medical images with high accuracy, enabling more precise and faster disease diagnosis. Latest ad...

Codelocks has secured CE marking for its mortice locks and tubular latches, establishing an extensive range of access control solutions and fire door assemblies with CE-certified locks and latches. This achievement provides specifiers, installers, and end-users with comprehensive quality assurance, fire safety, and legal compliance across a broad selection of access control products. CE marking CE marking indicates that products have been rigorously assessed to meet stringent safety, health,...

Vantiva, a global technology pioneer enabling Network Service Providers (NSPs) to connect consumers worldwide, will demonstrate innovative AI-powered products at IBC 2024, including set-top boxes (STBs) and broadband gateways, all connected to Vantiva's Navigate AI cloud. This new class of CPE features a local Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and enhanced CPU and GPU performance, ensuring more private, secure and lower latency Edge AI use cases. This positions operator as "Home AI" platform provide...

iDenfy, an AI-powered identity verification, compliance, and fraud prevention solutions provider, partnered with Confindo, a provider of IT solutions specialising in customer relationship management (CRM) tools for group companies and external partners. This collaboration will help Confindo manage third-party risks and ensure proper fraud and breach prevention while building a seamless and secure verification experience. Need for robust security measures The rise in digital transactions has m...

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, has acquired Syxsense, a recognised innovator in automated endpoint and vulnerability management. Firmware-embedded platform With Syxsense integrated, customers will be able to add automated, vulnerability and patch management capabilities. From the moment devices are powered on, organisations will be able to leverage Absolute’s firmware-embedded platform to ensure that operating systems (OS), applications, and critical secu...

Skills for Security, the UK’s major provider of fire and security training, is thrilled to announce their newest sponsor - Cento, the premier recruitment specialist in the fire and security, engineering, and built environment sectors. This collaboration marks a significant step forward for both organisations, as they work together to enhance industry standards and promote professional development within the fire and security sector. Ongoing initiatives Cento’s sponsorship will pro...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is gearing up to showcase its innovative suite of high-security solutions at this year’s International Security Expo (ISE) in London from 24-25th September. With more than 10,000 industry professionals expected to attend this year’s event, it promises to provide an excellent showcase of security and access technology and the opportunity to engage and network with the wider security industry.  Command Centre Gallagher...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the introduction of a new I/O module to its portfolio of high-assurance access control system offerings.  Developed by STid, a pioneering manufacturer of highly secure access control technologies, the new I/O module enables European customers to meet the most stringent cybersecurity compliance regulations. Cybersecurity capabilities From the creden...

Huffmaster Management (Huffmaster), the provider of choice for Fortune 500 companies seeking strike services, industrial and healthcare staffing, security services, and more, announced the internal promotion of Margaret Sanders to Director of Operations within the company’s Protective Services Group, a division responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Huffmaster clients. In her new position, Sanders will work closely with the company’s Manned Guar...

Fences, gates, storage cages, racks, containers, tool cabinets, and other non-standard openings often require restricted access and greater control. In many cases, they are secured with mechanical locking, rather than connected to an access control system, creating workflow inefficiencies. For these openings – and many more, in all types of premises – the new Aperio® P100 Wireless Padlock provides convenient, connected digital protection.  Challenges due to inefficiency W...

PureTech Systems Inc., a pioneer in geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for perimeter and border security, is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Renshaw as Director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Mr. Renshaw brings over two decades of experience in security technology, having founded Veltek International Inc. in 1998 and played key roles in pioneering companies like Optellios, Duos Technologies Inc., and 4D Security. His most recent position was Vice President of Sa...

Andreas Gerstinger has been working as Safety Manager for Frequentis since 2000 and brings extensive experience and outstanding achievements in the field of system safety. He has made a decisive contribution to establishing and spreading the safety culture throughout the entire Frequentis Group and regularly shares his expertise in conference papers, university lectures, and international working groups in the area of safety. This is his first award by the ISSS. Safety-critical systems &ldquo...

HackerOne, the pioneer in human-powered security, announced partnerships with GuidePoint Security and Softcat to simplify how enterprises access the world’s largest security researcher community. Through PartnerOne, partners will open new revenue streams with buyers worldwide who must meet growing global regulatory requirements and fight complex, emerging threats. Additional international partners, including APNT and BlueFort Security will serv...

Domino Data Lab, provider of the pioneering Enterprise AI Platform trusted by the largest AI-driven companies, announced it has been recognised for the second year in a row as a pioneer and top performer by Dresner Advisory Services in its Wisdom of Crowds® market studies on both AI, Data Science and Machine Learning (AI/DS/ML), as well as ModelOps. Enterprise AI success “We have over a decade of research on AI/DS/ML and our latest study reflects the growing significance of these tec...

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) has announced a strategic partnership with TheLink.ai, a major innovator in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. This collaboration aims to advance SMACNA's AI training and policy initiatives, enhancing the industry's adoption and implementation of cutting-edge technologies and providing members with essential insights and training, as AI continues to grow in importance. AI training programs The initiatives wil...

3xLOGIC announces that the company will be exhibiting their TRENDS, INFINIAS, and VIGIL CLOUD solutions at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 event. TRENDS Using TRENDS business intelligence software is as simple as pressing a red button. TRENDS offer flexibility to bring virtually any data stream into the cloud-based platform. This enables features for store comparisons, sales conversions, weather, and analytics, such as dwell time data and traffic counting to be easily viewed and compar...

At GSX 2024, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) will show an expanded roster of devices supporting its Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. PSIA will be showcasing the latest information and demonstrations for PKOC at the JCI Security Products demo room S230 A&B.  They will be able to see interoperability following open specifications between mobile and physical credentials from multiple manufacturers with multiple manufacturer readers leveraging Bl...

Carterra Inc., the world pioneer in innovative technologies enabling high-throughput biology, has launched Carterra Ultra™—the latest addition to its LSA® and LSAXT label-free high-throughput surface plasmon resonance (HT-SPR) instruments. The Ultra platform enables small molecule applications with the same high throughput, rapid data collection, and low sample volume as Carterra's first two systems while also delivering the utmost sensitivity to characterise molecules as small...

Userful Corporation, a global pioneer in IT solutions and data visualisation, announces enhancements to its Quad-Play solution on the Userful Infinity Platform, a SaaS-based operation centre solution, that requires no proprietary hardware.  “We’ve added features that empower Control Room operators to excel,” said John Marshall, CEO, Userful. “Our Quad-Play solution now enables operators to manage all control rooms from a single point, improve content display switchi...

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted payments, identities, and data security, announced the hiring of Michael Klieman as Global Vice President of Product Management for Digital Security Solutions and Parag Patel as Global Vice President of Sales, Digital Security Solutions.  With these key appointments, Entrust is accelerating product momentum as a pioneer in AI-powered, identity-centric security solutions that support Zero Trust frameworks, fight phishing and fraud, and enable secure tran...

Sentinel Consulting, a premier, full-service security consulting firm that advises high-profile, high-net-worth clients in the areas of security management, law enforcement, emergency services, and security technology, announced the launch of its new service offering: Security Standards. This dedicated program helps clients develop robust standards for the lifecycle management of security technology, thereby reducing costs, increasing efficiency, and avoiding litigation. Security Standards S...

Allied Universal®, the globally renowned provider of security solutions for the government sector, provides critical security planning and mitigation recommendations for the upcoming debates in its recently released special report titled Physical Security During an Election: Expect the Unexpected and Prepare for it All. According to Allied Universal’s experienced team of security and intelligence professionals, a wide range of security measures must be planned, reviewed, revised as ne...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, announced the 2024 class of recipients for its annual awards of excellence for organisations and individuals. The annual ASIS Awards of Excellence honour the important work and accomplishments of ASIS members worldwide. They are honoured not only for their accomplishments but also for setting standards for the industry to model across the globe. Outstanding contributions "On behalf of ASIS Interna...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup and program for the 2024 Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s executive conference, taking place October 8-9 at the Westin New York Grand Central in New York City. At SNG 2024, the security industry will gather for top-level information sharing, networking and business analysis. This year’s Securing New Ground conference will shape industry trends and offer opportunities t...

Signo Express and Seos Essentials provide a comprehensive, affordable access control solution designed for small to mid-sized businesses. This suite maximises security and flexibility without complexity. Affordable access control solution This new offering contains everything end customers need to implement secure, modern access control, including: HID Signo™ Express Reader: High-security RFID & Bluetooth ® capabilities, easy install, mobile-ready. Seos Essentials Cards: Pre...

HMS Networks now announces the launch of the Anybus Defender Lineup, a suite of industrial network security appliances designed to safeguard critical infrastructures. As cyber threats increasingly target industrial environments, the Anybus Defender series provides a firewall to protect operational technology (OT) networks. New protection strategies Specifically designed for Industrial Control Systems, the primary use-cases are network segmentation in line with ISA/IEC 62443-3-3, Network Addre...

Alfred International, the smart and connected lock subsidiary of GHT Door Hardware, proudly announces the U.S. launch of the Alfred DB2S with built-in RFID card reader and Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) in the U.S. market. This state-of-the-art device marks a significant advancement in home security technology, offering unparalleled connectivity and extended coverage to ensure home access is convenient and more secure than ever before. Alfred DB2S Smart Lock The Alfred DB2S Smart Lock boasts a...

Wireless access control company, CellGate, has just announced a full family of digital Virtual Key options for Watchman® W480, W482, W461, W462, WXL and WXL2 multi-family models. CellGate’s Virtual Keys are QR Code or Pin Code keys that can be issued to visitors of a multi-family property. The property administrator can determine if they are the only ones that can issue Virtual Keys, or if their residents can issue them- and even which type of Virtual Keys they may issue. CellGate&rs...

Milestone Systems, a pioneering provider of open-platform video management software (VMS), announced the release of XProtect 2024 R1. This latest update focuses on improving cybersecurity resilience, streamlining VMS operations, and offering new customisation capabilities to meet evolving customer needs. Fortifying cybersecurity XProtect 2024 R1 introduces new capabilities aimed at enhancing cybersecurity and ensuring compliance. The XProtect Update Manager simplifies the deployment of hotfixe...