Access Control
Nice And HySecurity Showcase Perimeter Protection At ISC West
Nice and its HySecurity division are showcasing a full spectrum of perimeter protection solutions at ISC West 2026, including the StrongArm M30 crash-rated vehicle barrier, SlideDriver II heavy-duty gate operator, and a range of commercial and residential gate systems. The demonstrations highlight advanced automation, intelligent control, and reliable performance designed for industrial, commercial, and residential security applications.
Nice Showcases Next Evolution Of Wireless Security At ISC West
Nice will debut the GC Touch security panel at ISC West 2026, showcasing the next generation of the 2GIG wireless security platform. The new panel features a 7-inch touchscreen, dual-path connectivity, and simplified installation, alongside demonstrations of the 2GIG EDGE panel and expanded 345S and E+ sensor lines designed to improve deployment flexibility and dealer efficiency.
LVT Launches GuardGate For Intelligent Site Security Control
LiveView Technologies has launched GuardGate, a portable security barrier designed to regulate access to commercial sites while capturing real-time surveillance data. The solution helps organizations improve site security, reduce guard costs, and deploy controlled access infrastructure quickly without long construction timelines.
Acre Security Unifies Access And Intrusion On One Cloud Platform
Acre Security has introduced a new integration connecting its intrusion controllers with Acre Access Control, creating a unified identity layer for physical security operations. The cloud-based platform helps organizations manage permissions, correlate security events, and improve offboarding workflows while reducing the risk of orphaned credentials across systems.
HID Debuts Visitor Manager For Healthcare
HID has introduced Visitor Manager for Healthcare, a cloud-based solution designed to strengthen hospital security, streamline visitor check-in and integrate directly with leading EHR systems. The platform supports compliance, real-time location visibility and improved clinician and patient safety across modern healthcare environments.
Beyond The AI Hype: Practical ISC West 2026 Insights
ISC West 2026 marks a return to hardware-driven operational efficiency. From UWB mobile credentials and edge-native controllers to LiDAR perimeter detection and full-color night vision, this year’s innovations focus on practical performance, reduced false alarms, and lower infrastructure costs for medium-sized enterprises.
LEAF Community Launches LEAF Verified Credential
The LEAF Community has launched LEAF Verified, a next-generation access credential powered by NXP’s MIFARE DUOX chip. Leveraging public key cryptography, the platform eliminates encryption key management while enabling true interoperability across compatible devices. Designed for commercial access environments, LEAF Verified transforms credentials into intelligent service platforms.
From Proprietary To Freedom: Rethinking Security Architecture
Proprietary security systems often create hidden costs, vendor lock-in, and integration challenges. Discover how standards-based architecture using OSDP, FIDO2, and interoperable frameworks empowers integrators to build flexible, secure, and future-ready access control solutions that evolve with client needs.
HID’s 2026 State Of Security And Identity Report
HID’s 2026 State of Security and Identity Report reveals how identity convergence, mobile credentials, biometrics, RFID, and integrated platforms are reshaping security strategy. Based on global research, the report highlights rising privacy concerns and the growing emphasis on trust, protection, and user choice across physical and digital environments.
Uniting For A Common Goal And Shaping The Future Of Industry Collaboration
The access control industry is shifting toward interoperability as organizations demand greater flexibility, scalability, and control. By integrating mobile credentials, workplace management platforms, and secure access readers, enterprises can eliminate vendor lock-in, streamline operations, and future-proof their security infrastructure.
Athena Security Launches Weapons Detection Support Center
Athena Security has launched its AI-enabled Weapons Detection Support Center, a proactive, self-healing capability designed to detect, diagnose, and resolve operational issues in real time. Featuring built-in offline functionality, automated failover, and AI-generated ticketing, the platform ensures uninterrupted weapons detection operations while reducing manual intervention and support delays.
Altronix Trove™ Simplifies Hanwha Vision OnCAFE Deployments
Altronix has partnered with Hanwha Vision to support the launch of the new OnCAFE access control platform. As part of this collaboration, Altronix Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions have been selected as the preferred power option for OnCAFE deployments. The integration streamlines access control system design by simplifying panel layouts and wiring requirements.
Security Industry Association Names New OSDP Leadership
The Security Industry Association has named Constantine Tremouliaris and Jon Uren as new leaders of the OSDP Technical Subcommittee, supporting the advancement of secure and interoperable access control standards.
ZKTeco USA & Armatura Earn OSDP Verified Certification
ZKTeco USA, together with its sister company Armatura, has announced that its latest line of access control products has earned OSDP Verified certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to secure, interoperable access control solutions. The updated list of OSDP Verified products includes EP Series access control readers, six Atlas Series controllers, three IO Boards, and four new access control panels scheduled for release in 2026.
AMAG Technology Announces Symmetry CONNECT 2.0 Identity Management
AMAG Technology has introduced Symmetry CONNECT 2.0, an identity-first solution that enables organizations to manage a single identity across multiple physical access control systems, automate manual processes, and reduce risk without replacing existing infrastructure.
Osceola County Launches ASAP Service, Cutting Alarm Handling By Up To Eight Minutes
Osceola County, Florida, has launched Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service, automating alarm notifications to its emergency communications center and reducing response times by up to eight minutes while easing telecommunicator workloads.
Salto XS4 Face Introduces Hands-Free Facial Recognition Access Control
Salto XS4 Face introduces a hands-free facial recognition access control solution designed to deliver fast, secure entry while prioritizing privacy and flexibility. Using advanced biometric technology with built-in liveness detection, XS4 Face enables users to unlock doors in under a second without cards, keys, or touchpoints. Fully integrated into the Salto smart access ecosystem, it supports multiple credential options and seamless deployment across enterprise environments.
EnGenius ECW536S: Bridging Wi-Fi 7 With 24/7 AirGuard™ Cloud Security
EnGenius expands its cloud-managed security portfolio with the ECW536S Wi-Fi 7 access point, integrating AirGuard™ for 24/7 wireless threat detection while delivering enterprise-grade performance and scalability.
Blackline Safety Introduces G8 Connected Safety Wearable
Blackline Safety, has announced G8, the next evolution of worksite safety and the most connected wearable the company has ever built. Designed from the ground up as a true platform, […]
New Windstorm Certification For HES Electric Strikes
HES, an ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions brand, announced a new windstorm certification for its 5000, 5300, 8000, and 8300 Series Electric Strikes. The newly certified products now carry an ANSI/SDI […]