IPConfigure Releases Orchid Core VMS 2.8.0
IPConfigure Orchid is used by customers ranging from small business owners to some of the world’s largest global retailers. Recognized for its reliability and ease of use, Orchid provides local and remote access to live and recorded video through an intuitive web browser interface, with the same user experience on both workstations and mobile devices. Orchid supports over 4,500 IP cameras through the ONVIF Profile S specification.
Argentina Selects HID goID Technology to Provide Citizens with World?s First Mobile National ID Program
HID Global announced that the government of Argentina has selected its HID goID to power the country?s digital version of its mandatory National Identity Document. The collaborative effort between HID, Argentina?s Ministry of Interior, Public Works and Housing through the National Registry of Persons (Renaper), and the Ministry of Modernization makes Argentina the first country in the world to offer a true national identity credential within a mobile app to its citizens.
WatchGuard Warns Of Vaporworms, Global Internet Disruption And Rogue AI Chatbots For 2019
WatchGuard Technologies information security predictions for 2019 include the emergence of ?vaporworms?, a new breed of fileless malware with wormlike properties to self-propagate through vulnerable systems, along with a takedown of the internet itself and ransomware targeting utilities and industrial control systems. WatchGuard?s Threat Lab research team developed these predictions based on an analysis of major security and threat trends over the past year.
Global Predictive Analytics Forum
Event Topic: Today we have more data than ever. Customers are generating different kinds of data every second from various interactions they make. Having big data was a beneficial asset for the organizations for a while however knowledge hidden behind this information and using this data for the future decisions has become the major issues.
Sherlock Connects GPS-Based Anti-Theft Device For Bicycles To Global IoT Network From Orange Business Services
Sherlock, an Internet of Things (IoT) bicycle security startup based in Turin, Italy, has signed a deal with Orange Business Services to support its global business with IoT connectivity and a management portal over the next three years. Sherlock will use Orange embedded SIM cards in its invisible IoT anti-theft solution for bicycles, which is currently being rolled out in Europe and North America. The aftermarket solution incorporates a small anti-theft device, which is designed to be hidden into the handlebars of any bicycle, and a mobile app.
Suprema Extends Versatility of BioStation2 With Addition of EM, HID Prox, HID iClass SE Models
Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, announced the three additional RF card format variant models to its BioStation2 line up. The new models support 125KHz EM, 125KHz HID Prox, and 13.56MHz HID iClass SE RF standards and complete the RF line-up that already supported 13.56MHz MiFare/DesFire/DesFire EV1/Felica/NFC formats.
THE CRIME REPORT – Digital ?Spies:? No Place to Hide?
If you feel like someone is watching you, you’re probably right. In the latest manifestation of electronic ogling, police in dozens of cities large and small are enlisting citizens and businesses to register the locations of their private security cameras for possible use in crime investigations. Police use mapping technology to match registered cameras to crime scenes, then ask camera owners for access to possible video evidence.
Suprema New Bioentry W Supports HID I-Class SE
Suprema is launching a next generation version of Bioentry W access control terminal, which is embedded with HID Global’s Iclass SE smart card technologies. In conjunction with the expansion of its RF technology, the enhanced Bioentry W has been upgraded with HID Iclass SE as well as enhancements for Felica IC cards which are most widely […]
Shooter Detection Systems Welcomes New President Stephen Carney and Appoints Rich Onofrio as Chief Technology Officer
Shooter Detection Systems (SDS) announce the appointment of Stephen Carney as the company’s new President. Mr. Carney previously served as Vice President of Global Product Management for HID Global. Additionally, Rich Onofrio, former Managing Director of SDS, has assumed the role of Chief Technology Officer, leading the Engineering team following the retirement of Ronald Fowler, the company’s original CTO.
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.
New State of Access Control Report Underscores Growing Demand for Future-Proof Mobile Solutions
HID Global announces the 2022 State of Access Control Report, providing insightful perspectives of the market?s current state and trends. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID Global, the report surveyed just over 1,000 respondents from across North America (56%), EMEA (29%) and Asia Pacific (15%) to detail trends in the procurement, installation, specification and operation of physical access control solutions. The report describes the current state of the market, the technology being used, and trends that security and IT professionals are witnessing and foreseeing in the years to come, including:
Paravision Names Kurt Takahashi to Board of Directors
Paravision announced the appointment of Kurt Takahashi to its corporate board of directors. Kurt brings over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and leadership in the security industry. Currently CEO of Netwatch Group, Kurt has held senior executive positions at market-leading companies including Pelco (acquired by Motorola Solutions), AMAG (part of G4S), and Quantum Secure (acquired by HID Global), and has led multiple major acquisitions to strategic investors.
PSA Names Matt Barnette as Chief Executive Officer upon Retirement of Bill Bozeman
PSA announced the appointment of Matt Barnette as its next Chief Executive Officer; PSA?s current CEO, Bill Bozeman, plans to retire from the organization in 2021. Barnette most recently served as Vice President of Physical Access Control Solutions North America Business Unit for HID Global and previously held the role of President at Mercury Security. Barnette is a seasoned veteran in the physical security industry with over 30 years of experience in management and executive roles.
LenelS2 OnGuard System Approved for U.S. Federal Government Use
LenelS2 has received U.S. federal government approval for its updated OnGuard version 7.5 unified security solution, when paired with identity authentication and validation software from industry leader, HID Global. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier, a leading global provider of an innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning, refrigeration, fire, security and building automation technologies. The OnGuard solution supports the Federal Identity, Credentialing and Access Management enterprise architecture.
Key Industry Players Establish FiRa Consortium to Drive Seamless User Experiences Using Ultra-Wideband Technology
Recognizing the need for emerging applications to build on a strong foundation that supports interoperability among all categories of devices, four sponsor-members ?The ASSA ABLOY Group which includes HID Global, and NXP Semiconductors, Samsung Electronics, and Bosch, leading companies in access, secure connectivity and mobile/CE device solutions? announced the launch of the FiRa Consortium. The new coalition is designed to grow the Ultra-Wideband ecosystem.
Orion Entrance Control and Essex Electronics Partner for Increased Throughput in Turnstiles and Customizable Flush-Mount iROX-T Readers
Orion Entrance Control, Inc. announced that they partnered with HID Global and Essex Electronics to create a new solution to improve performance and ensure compatibility of the Essex iROX-T reader in high-security turnstiles. Early technology collaboration between Orion Entrance Control, HID and Essex Electronics helps bring streamlined upgrades and customization to high security turnstile technology.
Genetec Awarded Mercury Security Platinum Premier Status
Genetec announced that Mercury Security part of HID Global, the global leader in OEM access control technology, has awarded Genetec the highest level in their partner program, Platinum Premier. The Platinum Premier status recognizes Mercury’s select business partners who demonstrate continued market growth, strong integration with Mercury solutions, and shared interest in the open architecture approach to access control.
Open Options Appoints Steve Wagner As President
Open Options has appointed Steve Wagner as the company?s new President. Steve began his career in the industry in 1986 as VP of Sales & Marketing for Checkpoint Systems. He moved on to become the COO with HID Global for 8 years. In 2009, Steve became the President of Mercury Security and successfully grew that business which was eventually sold to HID Global/Assa Abloy. Steve brings a wide breadth of knowledge and experience to the Open Options team.
Mission 500 Raises $113,000 For Children In Need At ISC West 2018
Mission 500, a charitable organization that works closely with the security industry to serve children in need in the U.S., raised $113,000 at its ninth annual Security 5K/2K Run/Walk and related sponsorships at this year?s ISC West. Proceeds from the event will benefit children in need in the U.S., with a portion donated to a project in Puerto Rico which benefits children living in poverty who have been affected by Hurricane Maria. While at ISC West, attendees assembled Mission 500 Care Packs for 500 children in need living in Las Vegas. This initiative was generously sponsored by HID Global.
ASSA ABLOY Acquires Mercury Security In U.S.
ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire Mercury Security, a leading OEM supplier of controllers for physical access control ASSA ABLOY is unit of HID Global.