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Dan Yerushalmi Appointed CEO of AU10TIX
AU10TIX announced the appointment of Dan Yerushalmi as its new CEO. Yerushalmi?s record with global technology enterprises and experience in the security, e-banking and telecommunications industries underlines AU10TIX?s intention to help customers counter increasingly sophisticated fraudsters and comply with regulatory changes. He is replacing former CEO Carey O?Connor
PSA TEC 2023 Brings Thought Leadership and Industry-Leading Education to PSA Security Integrators
PSA the world?s largest consortium of professional systems integrators,
i-PRO to Showcase New Additions to Multi-sensor Lineup and PTZ Cameras Plus New Analytics and Accessories at ISC West
At ISC West 2023 on booth # 10037 will showcase multiple new products, including new multi-sensor and PTZ cameras, new analytics capabilities, new features in its MonitorCast access control solution, and more. Attendees will be able to experience live, in-depth demos of i-PRO?s industry-leading Active Guard AI-powered analytics working on popular VMS platforms such as Genetec, Milestone, and Video Insight. The i-PRO Active Guard plug-in enables a more proactive security stance by combining deep learning technology and i-PRO imaging expertise to search or notify in real time using a variety of external attributes.
Secure Logiq Powers ZMR partners at Intersec
As part of commitment to local partner ZMR, Secure Logiq will be the hardware driving force that powers many of the distributors partner products on the ZMR booth at Intersec. The move will highlight how Secure Logiq hardware is the perfect fit to ensure optimum performance from a variety of surveillance products. The centrepiece of the ZMR booth will see a single Secure Logiq server running 1,000 1080P real time channels of video on the Milestone xProtect platform including half a Petabyte of onboard useable storage.
The PureTech Team is Growing!
PureTech Systems announce the addition of Christopher Sincock as Vice President, Channel Development. Chris brings over 30 years of broad ranging experience in the electronic security industry serving in roles ranging from Product Manager to President. Chris held executive leadership positions with Lenel Systems International where he created the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program, and with HID Global, Zenitel USA, Inc., and DAQ Electronics. Most recently, Chris served as a Physical Security & IoT Subject Matter Expert for Everbridge (formerly CNL) responsible for PSIM sales in North America.
Detection Technology expands its manufacturing in Finland to offer EU Origin products
Detection Technology expands its manufacturing in Oulu, Finland, to offer a wider range of EU Origin products and to enhance customer experience. With the expansion, the company is better positioned to serve its European and American customers. The manufacturing in Oulu enables a faster service and delivery for customers outside Asia, and cost savings in US tariffs.
HID Acquires Janam Technologies to Expand Reader Portfolio Within Event Access
HID announced it has acquired Janam Technologies, a leading provider of handheld mobile computers and readers. The acquisition increases HID?s presence and relevance as a provider of smart credential issuance and reader solutions. Technology in the venue access space continues to rapidly evolve from physical tickets with manual inspection to digital tickets and RFID/NFC readers. This acquisition advances HID?s stature in the event access space, as Janam offers a suite of rugged mobile readers, including handheld devices and pedestal & kiosk products for venue access.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport Exceeds Mission of Unparalleled Customer Service in Parking Facilities Too
TKH Security has been awarded an Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) contract with the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Morrisville, NC. In J.D. Power’s
Hexagon AB acquires Qognify
Hexagon acquires Qognify from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. Qognify was formed in 2015 when Battery Ventures acquired the physical security division of NICE Systems, thus creating a new brand in the market. In 2018, Qognify acquired On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. with its brands OnSSI and SeeTec, forming a leading global player in the physical security market. Qognify?s video management (VMS) and incident management (EIM) solutions are used by companies and organizations around the world to mitigate risk and reduce the impact of incidents related to security, safety and operations.
WatchGuard Threat Lab Report Finds Top Threat Arriving Exclusively Over Encrypted Connections
WatchGuard Technologies released its latest
Strong Enterprise Demand Drives SASE Growth 33 Percent in 3Q 2022
According to a recently published report from Dell?Oro Group, the ongoing need to modernize the network and security architecture for branch offices and hybrid users led to the vigorous 33 percent revenue growth in the SASE market. We anticipate that enterprises will continue to place a high priority on SASE and cause the overall SASE market to grow to $8 B for the full year 2023. SASE security, also referred to as SSE (the basket of products providing cloud-delivered SWG, CASB, ZTNA, and FWaaS), achieved its tenth consecutive quarter of sequential revenue expansion.
Genetec Predicts Physical Security Industry Trends for 2023
Genetec shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2023. In the Genetec 2022 State of Physical Security Report, 50% of respondents said their physical security team experienced human resource challenges last year. For 2023, security leaders are re-evaluating their technology stack seeking solutions that help streamline tasks, automate processes, and enhance team efficiency. Unifying video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition, communications technology, and other valuable functions can make an operator’s job easier and reduce costs and training. Built-in analytics or decision support features can further streamline operations.
ACRE Announces Bruce Bianco General Manager of Canadian Operations
ACRE announced that Bruce Bianco will join ACRE as the company’s new General Manager of Canadian Operations.
Interface shares its top restaurant technology predictions for 2023
Interface Systems managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises, shared its predictions for technology trends that will impact Quick Serve Restaurants (QSRs) in 2023. 2023 could be the year we start to see AI-based cameras replacing the traditional alarm panel. Why have a separate motion sensor and/or glass break sensor when you can have an AI-based camera that can accurately detect and characterize people or vehicles while providing video verification to a monitoring center?
TDSi Announces Forthcoming Appearance at Intersec 2023 in Dubai
TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the Intersec 2023 security event, which takes place from 17th-19th January in Dubai. TDSi will be showcasing the latest versions of its powerful GARDiS security ecosystem of hardware and software products and will be appearing as part of the UK Pavilion (Stand S3 ? B45) for the first time in a decade, as part of the BSIA?s promotion of British security technology.
California Bill Enacts Unique Video and Audio Surveillance Requirements for Firearms
Existing law prohibits any person from selling, leasing, or transferring any firearm unless the person is licensed as a firearms dealer, as specified. Existing law prescribes certain requirements and prohibitions for licensed firearms dealers. A violation of any of these requirements or prohibitions is grounds for forfeiture of a firearms dealer?s license. This bill would require a licensed firearm dealer to have a digital video surveillance system on their business premises, as specified, and would require that dealer to carry a policy of general liability insurance, as specified.
PSA Security Network Welcomes Ben Shour
PSA announced the hiring of industry professional Ben Shour as director of sales Eastern U.S. and Eastern Canada. Shour is responsible for managing PSA?s engagement with integrators in support of their growth and success. In addition, The PSA network added Brian Boucherle as an inside sales account executive, Eastern region. Shour brings more than 25 years of industry experience as a public safety manager, regional sales manager and first responder.
For the Third Consecutive Time, HID is the Smart Ticket Producer for FIFA World Cup 2022
HID announces it is ?for the third consecutive time? the smart ticket producer of FIFA World Cup, one of the largest and most popular sporting events in the world. This year, HID is also providing a fully custom solution for outer-perimeter access control and all exit gates to ensure a smooth exit and facilitate emergency evacuations. Featuring eight stadiums spread across five Qatari cities, the Middle Eastern country expects more than 1.2 million visitors to attend the games, happening Nov. 20 ? Dec. 18.
SALTO Names Director of Channel Programs & Industry Sectors Engagement
SALTO Systems has created and filled two important new roles: Director of Channel Programs and Director of Industry Sectors Engagement. Michelle Johnson has been named as SALTO Director of Channel Programs. Johnson joined SALTO in 2018 as Southwest Regional Sales Manager. Cliff Brady has been named the new SALTO Director of Industry Sectors Engagement.
Intellicene Brand Launches After Completion of Acquisition by Volaris Group
Intellicene announced the close of its acquisition by Volaris Group and the launch of its new brand. Previously known as Cognyte Situational Intelligence Solutions (SIS), the new Intellicene embodies a strategic new direction and an ambition to being a global security intelligence leader of choice. Led by veteran security executive Alan Stoddard, Intellicene incorporates former SIS employees and assets, including the Symphia suite of technologies.