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Leonardo announced that Life Link III, an EMS operator in Minnesota and Wisconsin in the United States, has signed a contract for an AW169 and an AW109 Trekker for air medical transport missions. The helicopters will ensure in-flight critical care and transport patients across the upper-Midwest of the country and delivery is anticipated to take place in the fourth quarter of 2021. This order marks the entry of the AW109 Trekker into the US for EMS applications and further grows the success of t...

Vectra®, the pioneer in network threat detection and response (NDR), announces the appointment of Garry Veale as Regional Director for the United Kingdom and Ireland, following another calendar quarter of exceptional business growth. As NDR continues to gain momentum and recognition as essential to business security operations and incident response, Veale will play a pivotal role in driving the continued success of Vectra expansion across the region. Accelerating digital transformation Th...

HITRUST® announced the formation of the HITRUST Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Council to foster collaboration between companies, third-party vendors and advisory service firms. The mission for the TPRM Council is to drive efficiencies and effectiveness as it relates to identifying, assessing and mitigating risk in the complex supply chain ecosystem. Founding members of the TPRM Council are global security, risk, compliance and audit executives representing a diverse cross-section of o...

ASSA ABLOY Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, leads the way with its range of high-performance timber doors for the public, commercial & high-end residential market. Fire door quality Fire Door Safety Week reported 60% of local authorities experienced delays in their fire door programmes, leaving safety to chance and impacting over 16,500 fire doors recently. With local authorities still playing catch-up from these delays, it is vitally important for buil...

Codelocks releases the KL15 KitLock, a keyless access solution for personal lockers and cabinets. The KL15 mechanical lock joins the KitLock by Codelocks range. It features an anti-vandal handle and is suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. Specifically designed for personal use and ideal for storage lockers, the KL15 is a Private Function lock. The user can set their own unique four-digit code and change this as often as they wish – making it easy to use. The code is entered via f...

MicroWorld Technologies Private Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India for collaboration in the area of cyber security. Social security Through this MoU, CERT-In and MicroWorld Tech Private Limited propose to work together to enhance the overall security of the computing environment in India and to address the increasingly complex problems associat...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce its first higher-level Apprentice, trainee Product Engineer Oscar Johnson. Oscar is currently studying for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) at Bournemouth and Poole College for two years, but will continue as a Degree Apprentice for a further four years, with a permanent role at TDSi alongside his studies. TDSi’s Managing Director, John Davies commented, “It’s great to welcome Oscar to TDSi. He’s the first c...

Suprema, a globally renowned company in access control, biometrics and time & attendance solutions, has announced its new partnership with DVS Ltd., a security solutions distributor in the United Kingdom. Suprema – DVS partnership DVS is a well-established distributor of video surveillance products in the UK. By becoming DVS’s first dedicated access control and biometric partner, Suprema aims to expand its customer base, providing UK customers with comprehensive security soluti...

With the ever-changing post coronavirus world, the ability to communicate virtually has never been more important. This is why ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland is improving its customer experience and launching the ASSA ABLOY Customer Support app.  Free to download on Apple and Android mobile devices, the app enables customers to quickly and conveniently contact the right customer service team within ASSA ABLOY in the UK. The app provides customers with remote technical produc...

Industry professionals working on projects in Overtur can now directly export punches collected using the Overtur™ Punch List tool to projects in Procore. Allegion US, a security products and solutions provider announced the integration between Overtur™, a provider of collaboration environment for door hardware and openings, and Procore, a provider of construction management software. With this new integration, contractors and construction professionals working on projects using Ov...

Ping Identity Holding Corp., the Intelligent Identity solution for the enterprise, announced that it has acquired Symphonic Software, a provider of dynamic authorisation for protecting APIs, data, apps and resources through identity. Dynamic authorisation gives IT teams ultimate flexibility to control what users can see and do, enabling enterprises to more easily prevent fraud, improve cyber security, and comply with regulations. Over the past two years Ping Identity and Symphonic have enjoyed...

Dahua Technology, a renowned video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, will hold its online Dahua Technology Partner Day 2020 on 1st of December. The event will be a perfect occasion to get a taste of the Dahua ECO system in the EMEA region. 26 technology partners will bring solutions in the field of security and IoT. Smarter Together is the central theme of the Dahua Technology Partner Day 2020. A total of 26 distinguished Dahua partners will gather to share their knowledge and ex...

Vanderbilt Industries US has utilised the company’s engineering expertise to create efficient and effective Recurring-Monthly-Revenue (RMR) security solutions. RMR security solutions RMR results in systems that are as simple to fit as they are to use. Not only are these systems easy to specify and secure to setup in moments, but they also guarantee a recurring monthly revenue stream. Below are some of the most standard frequently asked questions regarding Recurring-Monthly-Revenue (RMR)...

Conscia Sweden, a provider of security and IT infrastructure solutions, has qualified as the first Cisco IoT Advantage Partner in the world. This is the result of a lot of completed Cisco IoT training and a wealth of practical experience regarding IoT and industrial networks. Conscia has also developed the Conscia DevicePortal software, which is used by both private and public sectors in several countries to quickly connect and manage IoT devices in a secure manner. Building secure solutions...

NEC Corporation and Cyber Defense Institute, Inc., an NEC Group company, announced their support for the INTERPOL Digital Security Challenge (DSC), a virtual cyber crime investigation event that took place from October 12 to 16. During the event, cyber crime investigation officers and experts in digital forensics from 50 countries came together to tackle a complex cyber crime scenario by exchanging knowledge and expertise. The DSC aims to improve the cyber crime investigation capabilities of th...

Gallagher announces the appointment of Jonathon Small in the newly created position of National Key Accounts Manager for Federal in Australia. Small has been part of Gallagher’s Australian team since 2016, with the past three years as Sales Manager for ACT. Based in Canberra, Small has over 10 years’ experience in the security industry and has developed many well-established relationships with Gallagher Channel Partners and customers throughout the federal industry. “Jonathon...

Boon Edam introduces a new touchless button retrofit package suitable for all their automated revolving door models. With the Coronavirus having a lasting impact on the behaviour of people interacting with products in public environments, and the emphasis on health and safety – there is a responsibility to cater to these changing global demands. Automatic revolving doors are excellent examples of naturally touchless entrance solutions, using advanced approach and safety sensors to begin m...

Integrated Design Limited (IDL) has developed a new cost-effective and rapidly deployable entrance control solution that can help business owners adhere to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines and help keep staff and customers safe. Based on existing, proven technology, the Integrated Design Limited’s customised Door Detective Compact entrance control solution has been adapted to enable robust and straightforward population monitoring and control at single entrance doorways. Door Detect...

SAFR from RealNetworks, Inc. announces improved face detection and recognition accuracy for both masked and unmasked faces with the release of SAFR 3.0. Available now, SAFR’s 3.0 release introduces a new default high sensitivity face detector. Customers running the high sensitivity face detector will see a 95.1% detection rate and 98.85% recognition accuracy rate for faces covered by PPE face masks — including non-surgical fabric masks of varying patterns — in surveillance-sty...

ExtraHop, a globally renowned company in cloud-native network detection and response solutions, has announced that it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Competency Status for Reveal(x) 360. AWS Security Competency Status This Security Competency Status designation recognises the company’s demonstrated technical proficiency and proven ability to help customers secure workloads, applications, and data on AWS at the speed and scale of the cloud. “Earning AWS Security Com...

Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a globally renowned company in rugged computing and IT solutions, has announced that it is bringing integrated LiFi (Light Fidelity) technology, powered by PureLiFi, to the rugged computing and IT software market for the first time ever. Integrated Light Fidelity technology The announcement means customers across a wide range of professional sectors will soon be able to enjoy the benefits of fully rugged reliability and innovative LiFi connectivity in a si...

Frictionless access control has become a must for many businesses that want to create a hygienic working environment for colleagues and visitors in a COVID-19 affected world. The availability of the Safetrust Touchless Identity solution from Smart R Distribution could not therefore come at a better time. The Safetrust Touchless Identity solution provides the opportunity for existing access control systems operating within airports, offices, education establishments, factories, hospitals, local...

Paxton has released an online video tutorial which explains how thermal scanning can help buildings installed with Net2 become more COVID-secure. They have also updated the systems software and have six new thermal scan integrations available to boost installer and end-user flexibility. Developing solutions Paxton has been developing solutions throughout 2020, which help reduce the spread of the virus in sites installed with its access control system Net2. While researching relevant updates to...

In a recent ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions research survey, respondents identified a need for access control beyond the door — at ‘non-door’ points such as gates, cabinets, lockers and machinery. Now eCLIQ’s vast range of wireless cylinders fills these important security gaps, ensuring diverse assets and the people who use them are kept as safe as possible. An eCLIQ cylinder can extend access control far beyond the door. Filtering authorised access The broad eCLIQ cylind...

Alcatraz, developer of secure touchless access control products, has partnered with Clear Cloud Solutions Inc. to sell and market Alcatraz’s innovative facial authentication platform in targeted physical security verticals. Marketing Alcatraz Rock platform “Clear Cloud Solutions Inc. has earned a great reputation for specialising in protecting critical assets in many sectors, particularly the utilities vertical,” said Alcatraz Chief Revenue Officer, Tina D’Agostin. She...

Allot Ltd., a global provider of innovative network intelligence and security-as-a-service (SECaaS) solutions for communication service providers (CSPs) and enterprises, announces that MEO, a brand of Altice Portugal, the country’s largest fixed broadband and mobile service provider, has launched MEO Net Segura, network-based zero-touch, clientless cybersecurity and parental controls services, powered by Allot NetworkSecure. The network-based MEO offering protects consumers against cybers...

Pulse Secure, the globally renowned provider of Zero Trust Secure Access solutions, has announced that the COVID-19 pandemic has not impacted the adoption of Zero Trust technology globally. In fact, nearly two thirds of organisations (60%) said that they have accelerated Zero Trust implementation during the pandemic, according to the ‘Enterprise Zero Trust Networking Strategies: Secure Remote Access and Network Segmentation’. Enterprise Zero Trust Networking Strategies The’...

Ping Identity, the intelligent identity solution for the enterprise, announces PingZero, a suite of passwordless authentication features organisations can implement to deliver seamless digital experiences to employees and customers. By eliminating login friction, including the need for usernames and passwords, PingZero boosts employee productivity, improves customer retention and acquisition rates, and strengthens cybersecurity defences — all with zero passwords and zero friction. PingZer...

Synectics Security has appointed one of the industry’s leading project management and planning specialists to join its senior team as Operations Director. With over 20 years of experience in the UK operational and security-focused project delivery, spanning both service provider and client-side roles, Colin Butlin is the first external appointment announced as part of the new-look company. He will be working closely with Synectics Security’s Managing Director, Iain Stringer, and Com...

Euralarm, the European association of the fire safety and security industry, has commented on the upcoming delegated act (DA) for internet-connected and wearable radio equipment, as part of the Radio Equipment Directive. The comments and proposals are given in view of the activation of the delegated act pursuant to article 3(3) of the RED (d, e and f) and cover the scope of the delegated act, the definition of ‘internet-connected devices’ and the implementation period. Relevant tec...