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Vector Flow, the digital transformation pioneer offering the next-generation AI-enabled physical security automation platform, is proud to announce the release of its suite of Aviation Identity Management solutions designed to enhance security and operational efficiency for airlines and airports. AI and ML-enabled platform The company’s AI and machine learning-enabled platform enables operators and their workers to collaborate to continuously ensure compliance and security. Each actor k...
Traditional hardware-based PBXs are slowly getting replaced by open server-based telephony systems. This is largely because hardware-based PBXs create hardware dependency, require manual upgrading, and incur heavy wiring costs. Matrix has designed an enterprise-grade highly capable, durable, scalable, and efficient Unified Communication Software solution - ANANT. Matrix VARTA The hardware-independent platform provides customers with a choice to select a reliable server as per their requiremen...
Southampton FC officially announced its renewed partnership with Acronis and Tailor Made Technologies (TMT). Under the agreement, TMT will be providing the team with a full suite of Acronis cyber protection solutions to protect the team's data assets and optimise data workflow, facilitating the team to perform at its best both on and off the pitch. Acronis Cyber Protect Southampton Football Club is a professional football club that plays in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English foot...
ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced the formation of its Channel Partner Programme (CPP), aimed at expanding the national presence of its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform. It will be led by VP of Partnerships Claude Haskins, along with Director of Partnerships Chad Spiller, and newly appointed VP of Channel Partnerships Darren Crawfor...
Swann, a pioneer in consumer security solutions for over 35 years, announces the appointment of Alex Talevski as its new CEO. This transition underscores the company's commitment to expertise and innovation. After a nine-year tenure at Swann where he most recently served as the CTO, Talevski will play an integral role as CEO in pioneering the team to drive innovation both locally and globally. His strong industry portfolio spans several senior roles at Swann, BlueAnt Wireless, and Azure Healthc...
Xtract One Technologies, a technology-driven threat detection and security solution that prioritises the patron access experience by leveraging AI, announced the appointment of two new hires, Joshua Douglas and Christopher Feusner, as the company’s new Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product & Engineering and Vice President (VP) of Sales, respectively. Joshua Douglas' experience Joshua is a recognised expert in the fields of behavioural analytics, cybersecurity, and physical secu...
Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is excited to offer a comprehensive portfolio of physical security solutions proven to protect assets, people and property at cannabis operations. With a range of fully integrated products tailored specifically for the unique needs of the cannabis industry, Hikvision is empowering businesses to maintain regulatory compliance, secure...
Nutanix, a provider in hybrid multicloud computing, announced the Nutanix Carbon and Power Estimator, a new tool to help organisations understand how different factors can influence their environmental footprint by estimating annual power and emissions for various Nutanix solutions using Nutanix Validated Designs. Nutanix software and solutions can help organisations meet power and carbon goals by optimising IT infrastructure through reduced footprint, on-demand resource scaling, and...
Connected Technologies LLC, maker of the award-winning Connect ONE® cloud management platform, has collaborated with Farpointe Data Inc., San Jose, California., to streamline the management of Conekt® Mobile Access Credentials. Connect ONE Connect ONE simplifies intrusion, access control, video surveillance, critical environmental monitoring, and energy management systems, with one platform and interface. Conekt consists of a line of mobile-ready readers and mobile access...
In the dynamic landscape of physical security, biometric access controls have risen as beacons of innovation and reliability. The mere scan card or basic keycode has become obsolete. The growing tide of technological threats, coupled with the clamor for heightened security, has propelled biometrics to prominence. From analysing the intricate patterns of an eye in top-tier research facilities to tracing the delicate ridges of a fingerprint in multinational corporations, the prowess of biometrics...
Beyond Identity, the pioneering provider of passwordless, phishing-resistant MFA, announced the launch of The Passkey Journey – a free, GDPR-compliant tool built to help development and user experience (UX) teams understand, plan, and optimise different end-user authentication experiences. The tool solves key challenges around passkey adoption and offers much-needed clarity into the pain of UX inconsistencies across browsers and devices with just a few lines of code. FIDO standards Pass...
Quanergy Solutions, Inc., invites organisations to see beyond the constraints of traditional security sales models with the introduction of the industry’s Security as a Service (SaaS) model for its revolutionary Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) solution. This yearly subscription option offers enhanced financial flexibility, allowing enterprise users to budget their powerful Q-Track solutions as an operating expense (OPEX) versus a capital expense (CAPEX). Author's qu...
Milestone Systems, a pioneering provider of open-platform video management technologies, is announcing Genea’s integration with Milestone XProtect and Milestone Kite. Genea has successfully integrated Milestone XProtect video management and Milestone Kite cloud native Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) with Genea’s cloud-based access control to provide users with a centralised security solution in a single pane of glass. With these integrations, IT and security personnel can ea...
Arrow Electronics, Inc. announced that Rick Marano will be named President of the company’s components business, subject to formal Board appointment at the Board’s next regularly scheduled meeting on September 13, 2023. Extensive industry experience Rick Marano will succeed Kirk Schell and will report to Sean J. Kerins, President and Chief Executive Officer. Previously, Mr. Marano served as President of Arrow’s Americas components business and has been with the company fo...
Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is thrilled to once again be exhibiting at Cannabis Conference 2023, August 16 and 17 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display alongside a suite of additional products at booth #616. Key control and asset management “As the cannabis industry continues to grow, so do the security challenges it faces,” said Tim Purp...
AI is the most effective method for improving anti-money laundering (AML) processes and efficiencies according to AML professionals, research from Feedzai, a pioneering provider of financial crime and risk management solutions. AML ecosystem Feedzai’s The State of Global Anti Money Laundering Compliance Report 2023 surveyed compliance professionals to discover what the biggest threats and opportunities are in the AML ecosystem. It found that 46% of AML professionals are concerned ab...
Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance released the 2023 Cloud Video Surveillance Camera Worldwide Statistics report, delivering data about security camera usage and insight into how AI is used in cloud video surveillance across the globe. The report analyses aggregate data from a sample set of 200,000 security cameras, in 100 countries, connected to the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system). Included in the report are 175 different camera manufact...
Inc. revealed that XOi, the pioneering provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, ranks 2,313 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other...
Finnish Olympic Committee (FOC) and WithSecure™ (formerly known as F-Secure Business) announced a partnership that aims to bring outcome-based security to Finland’s sports community. The partnership enables the FOC and WithSecure™ to work together to create a safer, more equitable environment for sports and athletics in Finland. It includes technical and administrative tracks to assess the FOC’s current cyber security infrastructure and establish guidance to support the...
Award-winning, global security pioneer, Gallagher Security, invites attendees of Global Security Exchange (GSX) to stop by booth 4433 to get a first-hand look at how integrations with industry-pioneering Technology Partners are enabling businesses to craft security their way with Command Centre. The Gallagher team will be at the Kay Baily Hutchinson Convention Centre from September 11-13 providing live product demonstrations, spotlighting partnerships, and connecting with the security community...
Verkada, the pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, unveiled its new pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera, along with expanded product offerings and new platform integrations to deliver even more value to its customers. These updates include: Expanded product offerings Take Control With Verkada's New PTZ Camera: Verkada's new CP52-E pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera gives customers the ability to monitor large areas. Equipped with a 5MP image sensor, the CP52-E has 360-degr...
The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR), an organisation established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process, recently announced their new president and secretary for the 2023-2024 board. The 2023-2024 term will be led by President Mark McCall, Director of Global Operations for IMMIX. Mr. McCall takes over from Immediate Past-President David Holl, Director of Public Safety for Lower Allen Township, PA....
Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) announces that it has entered into a global agreement with BenjiLock, a US-based design company of premium biometric lock solutions. The deal will see BenjiLock incorporate Fingerprints’ biometric sensor, software, and algorithm into its designs for physical access security solutions, including patented TSA-accepted biometric locks and equipment cases to address the market demand for enhanced security. Hybrid technology BenjiLock, which won inv...
Sharry, a workplace experience platform around digital employee badges, is excited to welcome Ondřej Vodňanský and Carlos Vazquez to its team. Previously at Spaceflow and Cushman & Wakefield, Ondřej joins Sharry as a new Head of Sales for the EMEA region. Carlos comes on board as a Business Development Representative responsible for managing the North and South American markets. Ondřej’s main responsibilities as the Head of Sales at Sharry will be supp...
Boon Edam Inc., the world-pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in the annual SecurityXchange (SX) summit. Advisory board representation In addition to its years of active involvement as a solutions provider, Boon Edam further establishes its commitment to the SecurityXchange programme through its representation on the advisory board by the company's Senior Vice President of Sales, Greg Schreiber. Joining him at the event are Patrick Nora...
Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at GSX 2023 (Global Security Exchange), which is being held at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Centre in Dallas Texas from 11th to 13th September. Appearing on Stand #2332 alongside its fellow VITAPROTECH Group member Protech USA, TDSi will be showcasing its hybrid on-premise and cloud-based GARDiS integrated security and access control range, including the GARDiS web-embedded controller.&nb...
Whether it's the AirKey Cloud Interface or the MQTT interface with Xesar, both interfaces offer simple and secure integration into third-party systems or software. Numerous successful projects are leading the way: the future is integration. But what are examples of using an interface? Here is a small selection: Manage buildings With AirKey, operators can send the keys from the administration software directly to the tenants’ smartphones. At the end of the lease, access is automatica...
The latest addition to Viking’s tough and dependable line of access control products, the X-Series provides HD video and voice communication for SIP VoIP phone systems and service providers. “We saw a need for HD video intercoms done the right way, and the X-Series checks all the boxes,” says Bill Heideman, President, of Viking Electronics. X-Series featuring built-in HD video camera The X-Series features a built-in HD video camera with H.264 video compression, l...
Salient is pleased to announce the release of Salient Vaidio® AI Video Analytics. Vaidio AI delivers a powerful suite of people, vehicle, facial, and object analytics that work with any camera or video source and integrates into CompleteView. This new offering addresses both real-time and forensic needs. Security operators can benefit from real-time alerts and notifications, which are delivered directly into the live and alarm view modules in CompleteView. Investigators can benefit from imp...
Access control should not stop at doors: In shared spaces, valuables and other personal items deserve the same protection as offices, treatment rooms or server racks. Many access solutions are limited to the door environment. This is where the new Aperio® KL100 comes in: It integrates seamlessly with more than 100 access control systems, bringing security to many access points beyond just doors. Managing the security of additional access points outside a security system increases...
