ICT Announces Martin Vermaak as New Chief Operating Officer

Editorial June 27, 2025

Integrated Control Technology (ICT®), a leading provider of intelligent access control, intrusion detection, building automation, and security solutions,  is pleased to announce Martin Vermaak as the new Chief Operating Officer at ICT. As ICT continues to expand its global footprint, the

Silent Witness No More: Smart Body-Worn Cameras Go Live

Editorial June 24, 2025

In an era where smartphones have made everything instantly shareable and live, body-worn cameras have evolved to match this always-on expectation. These devices have evolved from simple accountability tools into AI-enhanced security assets that not only capture, process, and respond to incidents but also increasingly support applications across various fields. By: Mirza

Iris ID to Showcase Full Suite of Iris Recognition Solutions at Identity Week Europe 2025

Editorial June 20, 2025

Iris ID, the global leader in iris recognition technology,  demonstrated its advanced iris and facial recognition technologies through 18 June at Identity Week Europe, taking place at the RAI Exhibition Centre in Amsterdam. “As global demand grows for secure, touchless identity authentication, iris recognition stands out for its precision, speed, and user convenience,”

LINEV Systems US, Inc. Awarded U.S. Army Contract to Deliver AI-Enhanced BV6045 Weapons Detection Scanners

Editorial June 20, 2025

LINEV Systems US, Inc., a leader in advanced security screening technologies, is proud to announce it has secured a contract with the United States Army to supply its cutting-edge BV6045 AI-Enhanced Weapons Detection Scanners. These systems will be deployed across select military installations to enhance threat detection, personnel safety, and access control capabilities.

Adding 10 New Locations in Phase Two of Smart Pedestrian Signal Expansion Project

Editorial June 20, 2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed Phase Two of the Smart Pedestrian Signal Expansion Project, which involved installing smart pedestrian signals at 10 additional locations across the emirate. With Phase One having covered 17 intersections, the total number of sites now equipped with smart pedestrian signals has reached 27. Under this initiative, RTA

ONVIF and C2PA Announce Collaboration to Strengthen Trust in Digital Video

Editorial June 19, 2025

ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) to preserve the integrity and authenticity of digital video in the evolving fight against content manipulation. The two groups will work together to raise awareness and

Khazna Data Centers and NVIDIA Collaborate to Accelerate AI Infrastructure Development Across MEA Region

Editorial June 16, 2025

Aligning with growing demand for AI infrastructure, Khazna Data Centers (Khazna), a global leader in hyperscale digital infrastructure, announced it is collaborating with NVIDIA to build AI factories in the MEA region. Following the high-profile visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to the UAE, and the announcement of a planned 5GW UAE-US AI campus, the […]

Learn How to Harness Digital Access to Boost Building Sustainability Performance

Editorial June 13, 2025

According to the International Energy Agency, buildings consume around 30% of the world’s energy*. For many organizations, climate change and rising costs have made improving energy efficiency a priority. A new video in ASSA ABLOY’s Expert Talks series considers some key ways their choice of access solution can make a positive impact – benefitting both […]

Kaspersky Expands Cybersecurity Footprint in MENA

Editorial June 13, 2025

Kaspersky saw 20% growth in its Middle East operations in 2024, driven by demand for industrial and critical infrastructure protection. The company is running major projects in six countries, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE. A key development was the launch of its first regional Transparency Centre in Riyadh, offering insight into its security practices. […]

Hikvision “AcuSeek NVR”: Redefining Video Retrieval with Large Multimodal AI Models

Editorial June 13, 2025

Hikvision today unveiled its revolutionary AcuSeek NVR, a groundbreaking product powered by the Guanlan large-scale AI models. This addresses the critical industry challenge where security personnel often spend hours manually reviewing footage frame by frame during incident investigations. By integrating natural language interaction, this innovation enables precise video