Access Control
Introducing XS4 Com: Salto’s Revolutionary Smart Door Intercom Solution
Salto announces the launch of the XS4 Com iGO cloud-based door intercom, an advanced video intercom solution engineered to seamlessly integrate with modern digital lifestyles across residential, workspace, and commercial environments. XS4 Com iGO represents Salto’s first foray into the smart intercom space, combining innovative technology with the robust access control solutions that Salto is known for.
2025 Access Control Trends: How Security Leaders Can Adapt To A Changing Landscape
As we look ahead to 2025, the access control industry is poised for significant transformation. Emerging technologies and shifting organizational needs will drive changes in how digital and physical security are managed, pushing the industry toward greater collaboration, standardization, and seamless integration. In turn, security leaders must proactively adapt to these developments to ensure robust protection and operational efficiency. Let’s explore how these trends are unfolding and what lies ahead.
Kwikset Introduces Maven Collection Door Hardware
Kwikset®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, has announced the launch of the Maven Collection, a stylish and premium value addition to its lineup of door hardware. The Maven Collection features a modern square profile, textured perimeter, and versatile finishes, designed to complement any home interior.
Napco Access Pro’s Continental Enterprise Security Management Platform, GSA Certified, FIPS 201 Approved
Napco Access Pro is pleased to announce its CA4K Enterprise Security/Access Control/Video Platform, having undergone rigorous testing and evaluation, is now FIPS 201 Approved, using the FIPSlink Validation Client validation system from IdentityOne, a PC-based solution for three-factor authentication, verifying FIPS 201 credential data and matching a live biometric against the templates stored on the card.
Kwikset Unveils Halifax LED Lever
Kwikset®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, has introduced the Halifax LED Lever, a groundbreaking product that blends cutting-edge technology with sleek, contemporary design to enhance convenience, safety and style in the home.
Salto Releases the DBolt Touch IC Electronic Deadbolt
Salto has released the DBolt Touch Interconnected (IC), a smart electronic deadbolt that’s perfectly suited for multi-family new builds and retrofits. The DBolt Touch IC offers a manual, interconnected deadbolt and passage latch electronic locking solution with a sleek touchscreen keypad. The ability to retract both the latch bolt and deadbolt in a single motion for a quick and easy exit is the exact solution that many residential building guidelines require.
Explore Customizable Door Control Solutions with Dortronics at ISC East 2024
Dortronics Systems invites ISC East attendees to visit booth #831 to discuss tailored door control solutions for specialized applications. Dortronics’ expertise includes fabricating advanced door control panels and interlocking systems, with U.S.-based manufacturing enabling customized solutions for complex needs, such as sallyport gates, overhead doors, and pharma-grade airlocks. These innovations meet a broad range of facility security requirements, designed for high-security and industrial environments.
Sielox Highlights Proactive Security and New Mobile Credential Integration at ISC East 2024
Sielox is highlighting its latest advancements in security technology at ISC East 2024, booth 519. Alongside its robust portfolio of access control and emergency communications solutions, Sielox will introduce its new partnership with Wavelynx Technologies, expanding its capabilities with advanced readers and credentials. Through its collaboration with Wavelynx, Sielox now offers free and secure, Bluetooth-based mobile credential options within its comprehensive access control systems.
Genetec Expands Access Control Market Share and Solidifies its Global Leadership Position, According to the Latest Omdia Report
Genetec has consistently gained market share over the last six years, solidifying its position as a worldwide market leader and building upon its #2 global position for access control software. In the Americas market, access control software has evolved beyond the physical security department to become an essential component of business operations.
HID Acquires IXLA to Enhance Card and Passport Personalization Portfolio, Expand International Presence in Secure Credential Issuance
HID announced it has acquired IXLA, an Italian manufacturer of advanced laser and color personalization systems for cards and passports. The addition of IXLA expands HID’s card and passport personalization portfolio, particularly in European markets and emerging economies. IXLA specializes in the design, development, and implementation of advanced laser and color personalization systems in three core categories
Alcatraz AI Partners with Convergint to Boost Security Through AI-Driven Facial Authentication Solution
Alcatraz AI announced its partnership with Convergint. Alcatraz AI joins Convergint’s broad network of partners and integrators, amplifying the power of facial authentication to enterprise customers around the world. Convergint is a $2 billion global, industry-leading systems integrator that designs, installs, and services electronic security, cybersecurity, fire and life safety, building automation, and audio-visual systems.
National Monitoring Center Strengthens Dealer Efficiency with Proven After Hours Technical Support
National Monitoring Center continues to support its dealers with its successful After Hours Technical Support, ensuring reliable assistance for basic alarm system needs around the clock. This service has been a valuable resource, helping NMC dealers provide reliable support to their customers, even when emergencies or technical issues arise outside regular business hours.
Introducing Halo Select – Powerful Smart Door Lock Security with Flexible Wi-Fi and Matter Connectivity
Kwikset a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential announced the upcoming launch of Halo Select, a smart door lock designed to provide a convenient and versatile security solution for your home. Halo Select stands out by offering both Wi-Fi and Matter built-in for homeowners seeking flexible, reliable, and integrated smart home security. Choose the connection method that suits you best, and easily switch if your smart home needs evolve.
PKOC at CONSULT 2024 Jason Ouellette and Ed Chandler to Speak
The PSIA announced that two of its members actively supporting the PKOC specification will be speaking at the CONSULT 2024 Symposium. Since its inception, eight years ago, CONSULT has emerged as one of the premier and most unique events in the security industry. The symposium fills a largely unmet need in the security industry for manufacturers and consultants to interact with each other, to better understand security technologies, trends, and techniques as they impact security consultants, and to create an environment for the development of valuable relationships.
Swann Security Unveils World’s First AI Smart Doorbell with Introduction of SwannShield™ Voice Assistant for SwannBuddy4K & EVO
Swann announced the general availability of SwannShield™ – the world’s first AI-powered home security voice assistant. Compatible with Swann Security’s industry-leading SwannBuddy4K™ and EVO Video Doorbells, SwannShield™ engages with visitors in real-time across different scenarios, from package deliveries and identifying guests to deterring potential criminals. SwannShield™uses the latest adaptive generative AI technology and user inputs to respond to visitors with natural, realistic, human-like interactions, that are live and not pre-recorded, when they press the doorbell.
Swann Security Unveils World’s First AI Smart Doorbell with Introduction of SwannShield™ Voice Assistant for SwannBuddy4K
Swann announced the general availability of SwannShield™ – the world’s first AI-powered home security voice assistant. Compatible with Swann Security’s industry-leading SwannBuddy4K™ Video Doorbell, SwannShield™ engages with visitors in real-time across different scenarios, from package deliveries and identifying guests to deterring potential criminals. SwannShield™uses the latest adaptive generative AI technology and user instructions to respond to visitors with natural, realistic, human-like interactions when they press the doorbell.
PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 Released Enhanced Cryptography Support
The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced its Public Key Open Credential PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 specification at GSX 2024. This is the culmination of a significant amount of work from some of the leading access control companies in order to achieve this milestone. The 3.0 spec features enhanced cryptography, which supports all Bluetooth hardware. In addition, the spec has been optimized to reduce the time it takes to authenticate.
PSIA’s PKOC Demonstrated at GSX 2024
The PSIA had another impressive and compelling demonstration of its PKOC spec at GSX 2024. Some of the leading lock and physical access control (PACS) vendors were able to see PKOC in action, with commercially available readers, cards, and apps all relying on the open specification, showing seamless interoperability. The simplicity of PKOC, ease of integration, and the significant advantage of asymmetric encryption were some of the drivers that were most interesting to the companies and customers who were able to see the demonstration.
PureTech Systems Adds Access Control Auto-Verify to Eliminate Nuisance Alarms
PureTech Systems and border security, to announce the addition of Physical Access Control System (PACS) Automated Verification to its flagship PureActiv software. This enhancement aims to significantly improve perimeter security and productivity by automatically validating actual access control security violations and dismissing nuisance alarms.
Johnson Controls Visual alarm Verification Reduces False Alarms and Associated Fines
Johnson Controls presents its Visual Alarm Verification solution at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024. This offering combines enhanced proactive security monitoring with operator evaluation to quickly confirm threats and help to ensure compliance—that can cut costs and improve staff efficiency. Security leaders are grappling with increasing challenges, including false alarms, escalating response costs and stringent compliance requirements.