Access Control
MyQ Secure View Redefines Front Door Security
The latest innovation from Chamberlain Group expands intelligent access beyond the garage to the front door. Its newest device unifies locking, monitoring, and identity-based entry into one streamlined solution designed for modern home security. The myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock combines a smart lock, video doorbell, and camera into a single intelligent system, delivering faster access, greater visibility, and AI-driven protection for every arrival.
Z-Wave Alliance Highlights Newly Certified ZWLR Devices
The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announced continued expansion of Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) certification across the ecosystem. With 125 ZWLR-certified devices now available, manufacturers are extending long-range, higher-capacity, and more reliable IoT connectivity to homes, multifamily properties, and commercial environments worldwide.
Kwikset Launches Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter Integration
Kwikset® announced the launch of Aura Reach™, a new smart lock that combines Matter and Bluetooth connectivity to deliver flexible, intelligent home access and automation. Aura Reach is designed for DIY connected households, offering hands-free auto unlock, proximity keypad wakeup, and guided onboarding through the Kwikset app.
Smart Access Goes Invisible With Xthings Smart Locks
Xthings is redefining smart home entry by shifting from traditional “smart locks” to a seamless Smart Access experience where presence, identity, and interoperability work together naturally at the front door. At CES 2026, the company unveiled its “Connect Future” vision, highlighting how smart access should feel intuitive, automatic, and secure—without friction or complexity.
Athena Security Launches Apollo 500 Weapons Detection
Athena Security has announced the launch of Apollo 500, a next-generation weapons detection system designed to pinpoint the exact location of a suspected weapon or prohibited item on a person or in their belongings. Security teams are increasingly required to determine not only whether a threat exists, but precisely where it is located.
PSIA Announces Release Of PKOC Explainer Video
The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) has announced the release of a new PKOC Explainer Video, designed to provide a clear, visual overview of the Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification and how it compares with traditional symmetric credential technologies.
Vivotek Protects Taiwan River Biodiversity With Safety Map
VIVOTEK has expanded its long-running “Safety Map” corporate sustainability initiative into the natural environment for the first time. In partnership with National Chung Hsing University’s (NCHU) University Social Responsibility (USR) team and AI agriculture partner DATAYOO, the company launched the Zhonggua River Ecological Restoration Safety Map project in Nantou, Taiwan.
Salto DLok: Universal Smart Home Lock Built For Every Door
Salto announces the launch of Salto DLok, a next-generation, universal, motorized smart lock for residential doors. Built for seamless connection with the Salto Homelok ecosystem, DLok delivers secure, keyless access, automation, and broad compatibility for smart homes and apartments. Designed for modern, connected living, DLok ensures doors are locked or opened automatically without physical keys, using a resident Digital Key app.
A History Of Transformative Innovation
From the very beginning, Salto’s purpose has been clear: make access smart, simple, and universal. The company pioneered the first wire-free, networked smart locking system, eliminating the complexity and cost of traditional wired solutions. Its innovations—such as the Salto Virtual Network (SVN), wireless systems, and mobile access—reshaped the industry.
Salto Celebrates 25 Years Of Inspired Access
Salto celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025. Marking a quarter-century of innovation, the company continues to redefine how people experience secure, seamless access in every type of environment. Founded with a bold, disruptive vision, Salto set out to create universal, wire-free, and networked smart locking systems.
How To Futureproof Your Security Investment In Modern Environments
A forward-looking perspective on how integrated, scalable, and biometric-driven security systems help organisations futureproof their investments while delivering smarter, safer, and fully connected environments.
Genetec Predicts Physical Security Trends For 2026
An in-depth outlook on how evolving technology, AI-driven automation, and unified systems will redefine physical security operations in 2026.
Start Secure, Stay Secure: Why Cloud Leads Security
An expert-driven perspective on why cloud-native physical security is the smartest investment for resilient, adaptive, and intelligent protection systems.
Salto Launches XS4 Sense For Smart Energy Efficiency
Salto announces the launch of XS4 Sense, a smart wireless Energy Efficiency and Control Management System designed to optimise energy consumption, reduce CO₂ emissions, and support sustainability goals across modern […]
LCN Senior Swing Enhancements Deliver Smarter Door Performance
The enhanced LCN Senior Swing introduces AdaptivIQ self-adjusting technology and Smart Power Boost to deliver smoother, more reliable automatic door performance while minimizing maintenance in high-traffic environments.
RealSense And dormakaba Partner To Advance AI Access Control
RealSense and dormakaba join forces to advance AI-driven access control systems, enhancing security, efficiency, and user experience across global infrastructure projects.
Sielox Showcases Proactive Access Control At ISC East 2025
Sielox demonstrates its Pinnacle platform and advanced layered access control solutions at ISC East 2025, empowering proactive and intelligent security operations.
Alfred Smart Locks Earn Interel Certification For Multi-Family Use
Alfred International announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Locks and DB2S Smart Locks with Zigbee have received INTEREL certification. This milestone enables direct integration with the INTEREL EOS 2 all-in-one thermostat hub, creating a unified smart building ecosystem for large-scale, multi-family deployments.
Wavelynx Appoints Jay Lawrence As New Chief Executive Officer
Wavelynx has appointed S. Jay Lawrence as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Lawrence brings more than three decades of leadership experience across high-growth technology sectors, including scaling companies from startup environments to billion-dollar global operations.
Suprema Paves The Way For Automated AI Security At SGPP 2025 Cancun
Suprema opened the Suprema Global Partner Program (SGPP) 2025 at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun, uniting 198 security partners from North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The event marks a defining moment in the global security landscape as the company unveils its next-generation roadmap centered on AI, advanced video intelligence, and cloud-native architecture.