According to the latest information from Marketsandmarkets, the global AI camera market is expected to be valued at USD 7.6 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 22.1 billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 23.9% from...
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False fire alarm numbers continue to rise post-pandemic, causing major challenges for the economy by wasting vital time and resources. Evie Fry, Marketing Apprentice at Safety Technology International explains the issue. The latest Home Office figures from the year ending September 2022 reveal fire...
Common features of the type of surveillance being invested in are said to be high-definition cameras for clearer images, AI-driven analytics for detecting unusual or suspicious activity and cloud storage, amongst others. Aesthetics, IoT and security As well as AI, other surveillance technologies are...
Up until recently, monitored security connections from a premises to Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs) have been reliant on the legacy copper wire telephone network. This network has served the UK well since its creation in 1876, however it is due to be switched off...
Hanwha Vision has launched a new IP Audio system. This brings a compelling new audio capability to Hanwha Vision’s leading video surveillance offering, adding another layer of security for users and a further criminal deterrent, as well as providing retailers with performance-boosting opportunities. The...
The role of airports revolves around being energetic focal points for travel and trade, with a daily influx of millions of passengers. Amid this unceasing movement of people, the need to implement rigorous security measures takes on a pivotal role. Access control stands at...
New research from Omdia has found that 51% of leading CSOs are already using video surveillance systems for facility safety applications. This response rate increased to 89% when CSOs were asked whether they expect to be using video surveillance for this application in three...
Memoori has released new research on the subject of IoT devices in commercial real estate, which focuses on the installed base of IoT devices and the market’s route to maturity. This, the first of a two part report, provides a completely fresh assessment of...
With the growing number of cyber attacks targeting operational disruption and reputational damage, organisations are being forced to make robust cyber security a strategic priority. Implementation of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, a rise in digitisation initiatives leading to increased...
Access control systems have come a long way from the traditional mechanical lock and key. There is greater demand than ever for convenient solutions to enter and exit buildings and facilities from users, and to manage and issue credentials from administrators – is mobile...
The global cyber security market size is projected to reach USD 500.70 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 12.3% from 2023 to 2030, according to the latest estimates from Grand View Research Inc. The researchers expect the global market to be driven by...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on everyone’s mind. When AI is applied to the fields of identity and security, the technology has driven massive progress in the past decade–progress that would not have been possible without the watchful eye of human supervision. Here, Geraldine Genest,...
Operational technology (OT) security is becoming more important than ever as the world becomes -interconnected. According to global research company, Frost & Sullivan, nearly $20 billion is being spent globally on OT security, and over the next five years, this industry is expected to...
The role of airports revolves around being energetic focal points for travel and trade, with a daily influx of millions of passengers. Amid this unceasing movement of people, the need to implement rigorous security measures takes on a pivotal role. Access control stands at...
Ivy Sun, Senior Analyst at Omdia, offers a perspective on the increasingly fundamental role access control systems are playing in the transition to interconnected smart buildings. Since 2020, the world has been hugely impacted by COVID-19, supply chain disruption, and unstable economic conditions. Fortunately,...
False fire alarm numbers continue to rise post-pandemic, causing major challenges for the economy by wasting vital time and resources. Evie Fry, Marketing Apprentice at Safety Technology International explains the issue. The latest Home Office figures from the year ending September 2022 reveal fire...
IFSEC Insider catches up with Andrea White, Fire Engineer and Managing Director of A W Fire, and also founder of the women’s networking group for the UK fire safety industry, Women Talking Fire. We hear why female-focused networking groups are important, how the industry...
Reports of fires breaking out due to the increased use of Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are on the rise. Speaking at FIREX 2023 on Wednesday 17 May, Matt Humby, Senior Technical Sales Consultant at Firechief Global, outlined where the batteries are being used and how...
Charles (Chuck) Randolph, Chief Security Officer at Ontic, provides some guidance to security executives when facing financial constraints – and how they can retain influence and protect assets to ensure their organisation doesn’t risk exposure as a result. Every executive’s career will sometimes involve...
Announcing the plans on Tuesday 6 June, the UK’s Cabinet Office said it was committed to publishing a timeline for the removal of cameras subject to China’s National Intelligence Law in central government departments. The move is an extension of the directive from the...
The growth of electric vehicles and the necessary charging infrastructure has altered the use of car parks in recent years. Meanwhile, fire safety experts concerned about lithium-ion battery fires regularly cite concerns over the growing risks that large numbers of electric vehicles in one...
The Government has announced an additional £18.6 million to fund the installation of a common alarm system to replace waking watch measures that remain in place. The fund builds on the original £35 million Waking Watch Relief Fund that was focused on high-rise residential...
The global market for access control in 2021 had sales of about $8.5 billion and is expected to grow by about 8 percent annually until 2027, according to a report by market research firm Imarc Group. A significant growth factor is the demands for...
Last month, Freddie McGrath, Marketing Director at Peoplesafe delivered a captivating presentation at the Safety & Health Expo 2023 which runs alongside IFSEC, in London, on ensuring employee safety in today’s hybrid work environment. Here, we highlight the essential takeaways from his talk, emphasising...
The global fire alarm and detection market size is expected to reach USD 56.07 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.2% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research Inc. The deployment of fire safety systems in homes...
The industrial access control market is predicted to be valued at US$ 4,285.0 Million in 2023 and US$ 10,363.1 million by 2033. Over the projection period, sales in the industrial access control market are expected to increase at a CAGR of 9.2%. This is...
New research commissioned by Hanwha Vision reveals how strongly users feel that the video cameras available to them are produced by a reputable manufacturer and are used responsibly. Nearly three-quarters of (73%) European Security Managers believe it is important to source their cameras from...
In recent years, more and more people have become concerned about the impact of human activities on the environment. As a result, there has been a growing trend towards using more sustainable materials and technologies. According to Alcatraz AI, one area where this trend...
Leading intruder detection manufacturer Texecom, has received Cyber Security Product Assurance Group (CySPAG) accreditation from the BSIA for the company’s digital services platforms. Set up in 2017, the Cyber Security Product Assurance Group (CySPAG) is an action group that is operated by the BSIA...
The global people counting system market size is estimated to be USD 1.1 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.0 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 12.9%. This is according to the latest information from researchers Marketsandmarkets, whose analysts find...
For businesses with operations spread across various locations like retail stores, warehouses, restaurants, and healthcare facilities, having centralised video security monitoring, investigation and management is crucial. These businesses, however, often face significant internet bandwidth constraints, leading them to adopt disparate on-premises solutions for different...
With a new expansion strategy, and under its new company name, Hanwha Vision, presented regionally customised solutions for the first time at the security trade shows ISC West 2023 and Secon 2023 held simultaneously at the end of March, in the U.S. and in...
Due to global changes in energy supply, prices of electricity and gas have risen significantly this year. Many people are looking for ways to reduce energy consumption and, according to Paxton, smart security systems can be a useful tool to achieve this. The international...
Frost & Sullivan and Applied Risk, a DNV company, have joined forces to publish a new white paper outlining practical steps for designing, implementing, and maintaining sustainable operational technology (OT) cyber security programmes. Securing OT—the control systems that manage, monitor, automate and control industrial...
Digicert, Inc., a leading global provider of digital trust, has released its annual forecast of cyber security trends emerging for the new year and beyond. These projections — authored by Digicert experts Dr. Avesta Hojjati, Dean Coclin, Mike Nelson, Srinivas Kumar, Stephen Davidson, Steve...
We’ve all heard the term ‘Artificial Intelligence’, or ‘AI’ for short. There is a widespread acceptance that it is set to have a significant impact on the physical security sector in the years to come, if it isn’t already… But what does it really...
The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) Vice Chair (and Chair from April 2023), Oliver Curran, talks about the latest security technology in universities. Just how is this technology helping to protect students, the workforce, and the wider communities? Protecting our university communities...
Worldwide, research and development work on the future 6G mobile communications standard is picking up pace. Companies and states are investing massively in this technology. In the race to lead the way, Bosch is actively involved in projects, alliances, and initiatives at both the...
Police forces in the UK are “shot through” with Chinese camera technology, according to a survey by the Office of the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner, who, after considering the recent news about Chinese spy balloons, says, “I do not understand why we are...
Installation, operation and expansion: electronic access control has costs attached to every stage of its lifetime. But these costs are not fixed. According to Assa Abloy, choosing wireless over wired locking can play an important role in reducing energy use — and therefore expenditure....
Due to global changes in energy supply, prices of electricity and gas have risen significantly this year. Many people are looking for ways to reduce energy consumption and, according to Paxton, smart security systems can be a useful tool to achieve this. The international...
Frost & Sullivan and Applied Risk, a DNV company, have joined forces to publish a new white paper outlining practical steps for designing, implementing, and maintaining sustainable operational technology (OT) cyber security programmes. Securing OT—the control systems that manage, monitor, automate and control industrial...
Digicert, Inc., a leading global provider of digital trust, has released its annual forecast of cyber security trends emerging for the new year and beyond. These projections — authored by Digicert experts Dr. Avesta Hojjati, Dean Coclin, Mike Nelson, Srinivas Kumar, Stephen Davidson, Steve...
The global IP camera market size is expected to reach USD 32.63 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.1% over the forecast period, according to a new study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc. The research found that demand for internet protocol...
Intelligent analytics in surveillance cameras can be used for much more than just security applications, for example to streamline transport in major cities. “With intelligent analytics and object classification in the cameras, data can be collected and contribute to important facts for urban planners,”...
Remote services are covered by three standards (EN 50710:2021 3, EN 16763:2017 and CLC/TS 50136-10:2022) and the concepts introduced in them are complex. Euralarm felt the need to produce a guidance document, that provides micro and small service companies with a handy checklist when...
The global IP camera market size is expected to reach USD 32.63 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.1% over the forecast period, according to a new study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc. The research found that demand for internet protocol...
A recent Future Forum survey in January of this year found that 58% of knowledge workers already follow a hybrid work pattern: “Flexibility is the expectation — and increasingly the norm,” the report concludes. Further growth in flexible working is a certainty. According to...
Artificial intelligence or AI is becoming a common factor in almost every aspect of our lives. It used to be that putting AI at work involved huge server rooms and required vast amounts of computing power and, inevitably, a significant investment in energy and...
When we think about cybercrime and retail it is natural to focus on websites being targeted with attacks. Indeed, there has been a shocking rise in the number of cyberattacks perpetrated against online retailers in the past year. Dakota Murphey explains why store owners...
According to a new research report on the cyber security industry to 2027 from Marketsandmarkets, the global cyber security market is expected to grow from an estimated value of USD 173.5 billion in 2022 to 266.2 billion USD by 2027, at a compound annual...
Chart courtesy of Memoori Research According to research company Memoori, cyber security consistently ranks as one of the top 3 concerns worrying organisations that are considering investment in IoT or digital transformation projects. The analysts found that spending on cyber security has surged in...
Marketsandmarkets has estimated that the Multi-factor authentication, or MFA, market size is projected to grow from an estimated value of USD 12.9 billion in 2022 to USD 26.7 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 15.6% over the same period. The major driving factors...
Hanwha Techwin Europe has released two new AI-powered dual-channel multi-sensor cameras in Europe, the PNM-C12083RVD and PNM-C7083RVD. The AI cameras are designed to monitor two different areas with two different fields of view, making them ideal for monitoring staircases or elevators, looking around corners,...
Speaking at Facilities Show in May, co-located with IFSEC International, Ozge Celik Russell, Senior Analyst, Omdia, presented on how the smart building market is moving forwards since a pause in investment in the pandemic, adding that security will play a significant part in its...
The latest market research report from Memoori suggests that the BIoT market recovery has made a healthy recover through 2021, growing by 21% to rise above the 2019 market total, at just over $47 billion. The analysts forecast that the market will continue to...
According to Marketsandmarkets, the growing adoption of security robots for commercial and residential applications is being driven by rising emphasis on security at national or regional levels, increasing investments and spending on defence by countries globally, and surging demand for autonomous systems that make...
How can cloud-based access control support healthcare security professionals step up levels of protection and data management, while maintaining and improving day-to-day security operations? Ross Wilks, Head of Marketing Communications, ACRE International, provides his view. Healthcare facilities face some of the most intense challenges...
Assa Abloy’s access control technology Pulse has been recognised for its innovation in powering electronic locks with energy harvesting technology rather than batteries or mains electricity. It was awarded the Energy Prize at the 2022 Danske Byggecentre Building Climate Awards. The purpose of the...
Maintaining the safety and security of residents is a key objective for city officials. However, this can be difficult to achieve in cities that are by nature complex environments to monitor, due to the high level and variety of activity. On top of this,...
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a security equipment manufacturer’s cybersecurity registration scheme through its special interest group, the Cybersecurity Product Assurance Group (CySPAG). The new self-declaration registration scheme is based on the requirements of BSIA Form 343 Manufacturers of safety and...
Corero Network Security, a leading provider of real-time, high-performance, automatic Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) cyber defence solutions has published the latest edition of its annual DDoS Threat Intelligence Report that compiles the trends, observations, predictions, and recommendations based on DDoS attacks against Corero...
Security protection for temporary sites and assets in remote locations has always been a big challenge, as no power supply or network cables are available. Here, Hikvision explains why solar-powered cameras can be a simple, practical, reliable and cost-effective solution for these sites. Isolated...
Access control systems are often viewed as the starting point for a building to shift from operating in siloes, towards a more functional, connected and ‘integrated’ building management system, according to a report from Ifsec Global and Assa Abloy Opening Solutions. “To reap the...
Maintaining the safety and security of residents is a key objective for city officials. However, this can be difficult to achieve in cities that are by nature complex environments to monitor, due to the high level and variety of activity. On top of this,...
Assa Abloy’s access control technology Pulse has been recognised for its innovation in powering electronic locks with energy harvesting technology rather than batteries or mains electricity. It was awarded the Energy Prize at the 2022 Danske Byggecentre Building Climate Awards. The purpose of the...
How can cloud-based access control support healthcare security professionals step up levels of protection and data management, while maintaining and improving day-to-day security operations? Ross Wilks, Head of Marketing Communications, ACRE International, provides his view. Healthcare facilities face some of the most intense challenges...
According to Marketsandmarkets, the growing adoption of security robots for commercial and residential applications is being driven by rising emphasis on security at national or regional levels, increasing investments and spending on defence by countries globally, and surging demand for autonomous systems that make...
The latest market research report from Memoori suggests that the BIoT market recovery has made a healthy recover through 2021, growing by 21% to rise above the 2019 market total, at just over $47 billion. The analysts forecast that the market will continue to...
Speaking at Facilities Show in May, co-located with IFSEC International, Ozge Celik Russell, Senior Analyst, Omdia, presented on how the smart building market is moving forwards since a pause in investment in the pandemic, adding that security will play a significant part in its...
Hanwha Techwin Europe has released two new AI-powered dual-channel multi-sensor cameras in Europe, the PNM-C12083RVD and PNM-C7083RVD. The AI cameras are designed to monitor two different areas with two different fields of view, making them ideal for monitoring staircases or elevators, looking around corners,...
Marketsandmarkets has estimated that the Multi-factor authentication, or MFA, market size is projected to grow from an estimated value of USD 12.9 billion in 2022 to USD 26.7 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 15.6% over the same period. The major driving factors...
Cloud migration became inevitable as organizations embraced remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how cloud migration can benefit digital transformation strategies. Cloud content migration simplifies content workflows and makes content easier to find and share securely, leading to digital transformation. Digital transformation...
Creating eco-friendly last-mile delivery strategies is an important business and societal challenge. Here are some options supply chain leaders can explore. The recent UN climate report sounded an urgent alarm on global warming. With that, an important source of carbon emissions may receive more...
Hanwha Techwin Europe has launched a new NDAA compliant Wisenet X-series range of cameras with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, at a price point which the company is confident will appeal to any organisation looking to add value to its business. The new product...
Last month, the government made the surprise announcement that it was scrapping the role of building safety manager, as part of a series of amendments to the Building Safety Bill. We hear from fire industry professionals to gauge the reaction of the sector to...
At the upcoming Firex show at the Excel in London,later this month, the European team from Hochiki will be demonstrating the company’s portfolio of products, as well as discussing what the future holds for fire system design, why the industry must think green and...
Hanwha Techwin is adding 12 new 4-megapixel cameras to its Wisenet Q series. Together with existing 2 and 5-megapixel Wisenet Q models, the new NDAA compliant cameras are designed to offer an affordable solution for virtually any high camera count video surveillance application. The...
Installing the right access control system for a property — for access through an entrance or interior door — can be the difference between making buildings accessible or simply swapping one barrier for another. Many countries and international organisations including the European Union suggest...
When a modern locking solution was needed for Comfort Charge’s network of rapid-charge stations, the company opted for the Assa Abloy Ecliq electronic smart key access control. The solution fulfilled the major requirements that it should simplify key management and have the flexibility to...
Salto Systems has achieved carbon neutrality thanks to its participation in two innovative projects with a triple-transformative effect on the economy, society and nature to achieve Salto’s goal: for its operations to have zero impact on the climate. In order to accelerate decarbonisation and...
In video cameras, AI plays a two-fold role in making image analysis possible but also improving the quality and reliability of captured footage. In doing so, AI is bringing new levels of situational awareness and understanding to security teams and other business functions. Here,Uri...
After the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) launch of its ethical and legal guide for the use of Automated Facial Recognition (AFR) earlier this year, IFSEC Global catches up with Chairman of the BSIA’s Video Surveillance Systems Section, Ben Linklater, to find out more...
In a survey of industry professionals for the Wireless Access Control Report 2021, over 90 per cent of re-spondents noted the importance of integration across building management functions. “Interoperability is now essential for joined-up security. Security and facility managers want systems which work together...
Two tall skyscrapers are the latest addition to the modern Moscow International Business Center (MIBC): The new Neva Towers range among the tallest buildings in Europe with its two towers at 302 metres and 69 floors and 345 meters and 79 floors . Combining...
A lack of skilled employees can hurt business initiatives. To solve this IT skills gap will take commitments to meeting employee demands and dedication to learning. As the IT industry evolves, pushed by transitions to the cloud and the adoption of AI and then...
Here, Swiftlane explores several options available to property and building managers to ensure delivery processes are as secure as possible. The security of tenants and their properties is a topmost priority for property managers. Tenants also expect property managers to ensure the goods they’ve...
Amer Owaida, Security Writer at ESET takes a look at some statistics that will help you stay up-to-date on recent cybersecurity trends. As the rollercoaster of a ride that was 2021 comes to a close and we enter a more hopeful new year, we...
More and more data are gathered by cameras and other security products and video analytics and algorithms are becoming smarter and more efficient. This leads to a point where the data can be used to streamline end customers’ operations. According to the market research...
The National Security and Investment (NSI) Act – the biggest shake-up of the UK’s national security regime for 20 years – has fully commenced. As of 4 January 2022, the government has the ability to scrutinise and intervene in certain acquisitions that could harm...
The security technology manufacturer Paxton has updated its popular Paxton Connect app to make remote site management simpler than ever before. Paxton Connect has been developed by Paxton to provide remote site management for buildings secured with the company’s well-established networked access control system...
A circular economy is among the long-term measures needed to combat climate change. This requires data transparency across supply chains Despite businesses having plenty of data on the procurement side, it may not be rich enough to enable the organisation to demonstrate that it...
The future, or a fad? Shameek Kundu, Head of Financial Services at TruEra, looks at whether AI’s credibility gap could hold back the banking industry. Artificial Intelligence (AI)is widely seen as key to the banking industry’s transformation.Industry surveys, includingone from theBank of England, suggest...
Organizations need to focus on transparency in models, ethical procedures and responsible AI in order to best comply with guidelines for developing trustworthy AI systems. In April 2019, the European Union released a set of guidelines for developing trustworthy AI systems. However, enterprises are...
Arenas, stadiums and concert halls are starting to resume normal operations in many places in the world. However, delivering an enhanced visitor experience while ensuring safety and security is a challenging aim. “They will need a comprehensive security strategy to effectively manage the flow...
These six elements are essential parts of an enterprise data strategy that will help meet business needs for information when paired with a solid data architecture. Every business today is a data business. From the corner store tracking stock levels to the multinational manufacturer...
Security researchers have discovered failings in two home electric car chargers. The researchers were able to make the chargers switch on or off, remove the owner’s access, and show how a hacker could get into a user’s home network. Most of the faults have...
Increasing cyber-threats coupled with a shortage of cyber security professionals in Europe is compelling organisations to turn toward managed and professional security services (MSS/PSS) companies. Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, European Managed & Professional Security Services Market, reveals that the dynamic threat landscape requires...
The cyber security skills crisis continues on a downward, multi-year trend of bad to worse and has impacted more than half (57%) of organisations, as revealed in the fifth annual global study of cyber security professionals by the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) and...
A revised report published by Fact MR, suggests that the electronic access control system market could exceed US$ 19 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of more than 8% over the next ten years. With the surge in demand for the use of...
In a post-pandemic digital world, where cyber criminals see a feast of opportunities, what are the secrets to building a world-class cyber security function? Every business is now a digital business. According to the UK Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), 96% of UK...
Addsecure has published its first ever sustainability report as part of the company’s commitment to sustainability. The report sheds light on how the company and its IoT solutions are contributing to a safer and smarter world. Internet of things (IoT) has a transformative impact...
New research has revealed a growing reluctance to pay ransomware demands, while calls for tougher penalties for criminals who steal company data are on the rise. Menlo Security poll found 79% of people believe organisations that are hit by ransomware should not pay the...
The frequency and severity of ransomware attacks is a leading factor behind a substantial increase in the cost of obtaining cyber security insurance The proliferation of double extortion ransomware attacks and the relative ease of their execution by cyber criminal gang affiliates has led...
According to Uri Guterman, Head of Product & Marketing for Hanwha Techwin Europe, deep learning AI is no longer an emerging technology which is only suitable for high security or mission critical video surveillance cameras. Guterman believes that many people who are not involved...
The “Global Biometrics Technology Market, is valued at US$ 23,311.5 million in 2019, and is predicted to witness a CAGR of 20.8% during the forecast period 2019-2027, as highlighted in the latest report on the subject published by Coherent Market Insights. Rising government demand...
“Legacy access control systems use outdated technology that leaves them vulnerable to cyber threats, and can cause damage beyond the door,” cautions Thibault Louvet, Director – Access Control Product Group at Genetec Inc., a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and...
With a combination of duty of care, valuable equipment and personal data, the education sector presents one of security’s biggest challenges. An ideal access control solution for a school, college or university should provide control without complexity — and make security management more streamlined...
The UK needs cyber legislation fit for the 21st century, so it is important for the industry to get behind the government’s proposed reform of the Computer Misuse Act Over the past few months, the government has shown it understands that we need urgent...
As more enterprises run on the digital space, cybersecurity further becomes critical and needs to be strengthened. Because along the rise of online business activities during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic came the rampant threats from cyber criminals. Global cybercrime could cost US$10.5...
Authentication bypass vulnerability in a Schneider Electric product could lead to device takeover Users ofSchneider Electric’sModicon programmable logic controllers (PLCs), which are widely present in manufacturing, building services automation applications, energy utilities and HVAC systems, are advised to be on the alert to exploitation...
New Wisenet P series AI cameras offer the benefits of Deep Learning AI video analytics to budget-conscious users. Hanwha Techwin has added 5 new 2-megapixel high-definition AI cameras to its Wisenet P series. The new cameras are designed to complement the 4K models which...
Green Jobs Taskforce report looks at how the UK’s workforce can be skilled up to support the transition to net zero The UK’s workforce will need to develop a range of new “cross-cutting” skills to manage the proliferation of green technologies during the country’s...
During the two-week study period last December, the company also analyzed traffic coming from these machines to assess how much of it was malicious and what it did. Zscaler blocked roughly 300,000malware-related IoT transactions in those two weeks. This was a seven-fold increase in...
Every company has to update and patch its software, but unless the process is carefully managed, serious problems can occur. How can you make sure you’re following the right steps? To ensure a predictable rollout when a patch is deployed across your network, it is important...
A mix of on-site and remote working has become a fact of life for many organisations. We look at five key things you should consider to ensure compliance and security Even in countries where the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are decreasing, hybrid ways...
Corsight AI publishes report on how organisations can develop more human-centric AI and biometric technologies Developers of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and biometric-related technologies have “a moral and ethical duty” to ensure the technologies are only used as a force for good,...
In aForbesarticle several weeks ago, I observed thatthe remote work model creates a greater cybersecurity threatsince it exposes us to bad actors in ways that are much riskier than when we’re all working in our offices with the benefits of technological and social barriers...
Current last-mile delivery practices are contributing to climate change, and companies need to address these ill effects. Understand how to start taking action. E-commerce was already booming before the pandemic, and its growth has only accelerated over the last year and a half. This...
“How long can we complain about cyber attacks when we are the one installing the door and leaving it open?” This is a question posed by researchers Memoori in conjunction with the latest data on the growth of IoT in smart buildings. The report...
Existing video security systems are already being used in 40% of UK, US, Sweden, and Norway-based hospitality venues and hotels to cover reception areas to help ensure proper procedures are being followed to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission. This was just one finding...
It is one year on from the Covid-19 pandemic taking hold. Most countries in Europe have been through one, two or three waves and months of lockdowns that have seen workplaces closed and employees working from home, where possible. Jaroslav Barton, Director Product Marketing,...
Guidance for local authorities, IT and cyber professionals aims to ensure the security of connected, smart city projects The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published new guidance on securing smart city infrastructure to help local authorities and the security community build awareness and understanding of what...
Mobile access is impacting how we interact with buildings and view their security. For users, a device they already carry unlocks doors or other openings, across one or many sites. For facility managers, the device achieves this more securely. Businesses benefit from time-saving access...
The global usage of cloud based access control solutions has grown exponentially during the pandemic. “The discussion with customers is not about what the cloud is anymore but about the services and what the benefits are”, says Michael Byrden, Vanderbilt’s Business Development Manager –...
A new report on the Smart Card market including Covid-19 impacts by Marketsandmarkets, estimates that this sector is projected to reach USD 16.9 billion by 2026 from USD 13.9 billion in 2021, with a CAGR growth of 4.0% from 2021 to 2026. Major drivers...
Hanwha Techwin’s Wisenet P series AI NVRs support LPR search when working with non AI cameras or Wisenet AI cameras together. Users can easily and instantly search License Plates using OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology which are recorded with digital data based on letters...
On the 19th March 2020, The Home Office introduced the new Fire Safety Bill, in an effort to improve fire safety in buildings in England and Wales. The Bill has passed through the parliamentary process to become law – The Fire Safety Act 2021....
Makers of smart devices including phones, speakers, cameras and doorbells will soon need to tell customers upfront how long a product will be guaranteed to receive vital security updates under ground breaking plans by the UK government to protect people from cyber attacks. New...
The number of professionally monitored alarm systems in Europe is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9 percent from 16.5 million in 2019 to 20.0 million in 2024, according to IoT market research providers, Berg Insight. In North America,...
26% of remote workers have experienced a cyber attack personally, while 45% of employers have asked their employees to use their personal devices for work since the start of the pandemic, according to a Microsoft research. The study surveyed 500 employees and 200 business decision makers...
Enterprises can be devastated by security-related weaknesses or flaws in their cloud environments. Find out where you are most vulnerable before an attacker comes knocking. Businesses make a big mistake when they assume the cloud will automatically keep their workloads and data safe from...
While IoT sensors detect external information, replacing it with a signal that humans and machines can distinguish, it’s AI that helps to build intelligent machines. The convergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and IoT (Internet of Things) unlocks a huge potential for businesses worldwide. While...
Survey finds almost half of those controlling decisions on the deployment of internet of things technology and services would like to own a dedicated network in-house. Technology decision-makers within UK enterprises have revealed a need for a new type of internet of things (IoT)...
As IT leaders prepare their organizations for the year ahead, we’re offering insights into the technology trends we predict will have the biggest impact. With 2020 behind us, now is a good time to look back at the at the most impactful IT industry...
As demand for colocation capacity continues to soar in datacentre hubs, operators are coming under increasing pressure to go green, say Telehouse Europe panel participants The power supply issues that have blighted various colocation hubs across Europe in recent years are seeing datacentre operators...
96% of enterprise executives say they are adjusting their cybersecurity strategies due to Covid-19 and half are now considering cybersecurity in every business decision. 71% plan to incorporate cybersecurity, including early detection of cyber risks, more into their company-wide enterprise risk management strategies according...
National Cyber Security Centre CyberFirst Schools initiative has handed out 14 gold, silver and bronze awards recognising excellence in cyber security teaching. Fourteen schools and sixth-form colleges across the country have been recognised for the quality of their cyber security instruction in the latest...
The UK economy could grow by £232bn over the next two decades if investments in digital technologies continue The size of the UK economy could increase 6.9% by 2040 through continued investment in digital technologies to change how businesses operate. Gross Domestic Product could...
Researchers say the annual rate of installations must increase from 7,000 over the past three years to 35,000 over the next 10. The rollout of electric vehicle charge points must become five times quicker to support the upcoming ban on new petrol and diesel...
Lennart Alexandrie, founder of AR Media International and publisher of Detektor Magazine and Securityworldmarket.com looks at the real life effects of the pandemic on the security industry, in what has been a tumultuous year, and which also happens to be the 30th anniversary year...
Hanwha Techwin has announced what it believes will be the top 5 key trends for the video surveillance industry during 2021. They cover AI edge-based solutions, open platform, the cloud, cyber security, data protection and privacy issues. 1. AI edge-based solutions with unlimited apps...
The number of professionally monitored alarm systems in Europe is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9 percent from 16.5 million in 2019 to 20.0 million in 2024, according to IoT market research providers, Berg Insight. In North America,...
26% of remote workers have experienced a cyber attack personally, while 45% of employers have asked their employees to use their personal devices for work since the start of the pandemic, according to a Microsoft research. The study surveyed 500 employees and 200 business decision makers...
Bottom Line:In 2021, cybersecurity vendors will accelerate AI and machine learning app development to combine human and machine insights so they can out-innovate attackers intent on escalating an AI-based arms race. Attackers and cybercriminals capitalized on the chaotic year by attempting to breach a...
The new Wisenet TNV-8010C 5-megapixel corner mount camera has been built to make it impossible for a ligature to be tied around it, as well as very difficult for someone to rip it off a wall. Although primarily intended to assist police, prison and...
Cybersecurity has always been about the intelligence that powers the tools. It’s this intelligence that battles the minds that make malware. The epicenter of the battle is identifying and analyzing threats, or threat intelligence. What makes it threat intelligence, rather than threat data, is...
The concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) envisions a world in which billions of interconnected objects possessartificial intelligence, internet, and sensing and actuation capabilities. The idea suggests that instead of having a small number of powerful computing devices in our lives, we might...
At Davos 2020, the World Economic Forum launched 1t.org, the platform to serve a global movement to conserve, restore and grow 1 trillion trees by 2030. In July 2020, 1t.org’s Trillion Trees Challenge went live on UpLink, and led to the selection of the...
A new IEEE survey looks at the trends and challenges of IT leaders as 2021 fast approaches Artificial intelligence, machine learning,5G, and theInternet of Thingsare predicted to have the most impact of all technologies in 2021, according to a new report. Just under a...
The business change driven by the COVID-19 pandemic has been both sudden and lasting. At the start of 2020, no one predicted a novel coronavirus would disrupt global supply chains, lead thousands of organizations to close their office space, and have countless employees work...
David Petersson lays out three steps that will change how you think about AI and help your business get started with AI. Every IT problem has a learning curve and a tipping point, an aha! moment when the solution reveals itself. Working on AI projects,...
Software firm paid off a ransomware gang, believed its hackers when they said they had destroyed the data, and has now discovered the cyber criminals accessed even more sensitive information than it thought Cloud software supplier Blackbaud, which paid off a ransomware gang and...
Hanwha Techwin’s position in video surveillance has been concreted with the announcement that Wisenet7, the company’s next generation proprietary camera chipset, has achieved UL Cybersecurity Assurance Program (UL CAP) certification. With cyber security being a top priority for the electronic security industry, the certification...
The concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) envisions a world in which billions of interconnected objects possessartificial intelligence, internet, and sensing and actuation capabilities. The idea suggests that instead of having a small number of powerful computing devices in our lives, we might...
At Davos 2020, the World Economic Forum launched 1t.org, the platform to serve a global movement to conserve, restore and grow 1 trillion trees by 2030. In July 2020, 1t.org’s Trillion Trees Challenge went live on UpLink, and led to the selection of the...
Technological advances, particularly the discovery and use of fossil fuels, have contributed to climate change – but they have also allowed humanity to become aware of our impact on the planet and develop techniques to address global warming. Ahead of Climate After Covid: A...
The latest report from Marketsandmarkets on the access control market includes the suggested impact of COVID-19 on the sector, including global forecasts to 2025 projecting a growth from USD 8.6 billion in 2020 to USD 12.8 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of...
Many businesses have shifted fast through the COVID19 pandemic pushed by changes in people behaviour. The world has entered into uncharted waters and a deep recession. However, according to research analysts at Memoori, the good news is that these changes have given the Physical...
Bottom Line:Eightfold.ai’s innovative approach of combining their own AI and virtual hackathons to create and launch new additions to their Project Marketplace rapidly is a model enterprises need to consider emulating. Eightfold.ai was founded with the mission that there is a right career for...
University staff were bogged down with administrative work, but will now have time to be creative. The University of Staffordshire is using software robots to automate processes across the organisation as part of its digital transformation. After horizon scanning and fact finding, the university...
The launch of 5 new Wisenet P ultra-high definition 4K AI cameras from Hanwha Techwin can offer new benefits to control room operators and securty personnel, because in addition to capturing effective quality images, the new feature rich cameras are equipped with deep learning...
Conventional surveillance systems mostly detect moving targets through sensor devices or motion detection software, without further analysis. This means that they cannot accurately distinguish between, for example, a stray animal and a human intruder, or a vehicle and what may just be video noise....
Vivacity Labs have been awarded a grant from Innovate UK for their work in support of UK councils to monitor anonymous social distancing via camera feeds across 16 of the UK’s towns and cities. Since the Government announced the COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020,...
At a time when nations are starting to lift COVID -19 lockdown restrictions, there are places when people are risking the spread of the virus by, deliberately or even perhaps unknowingly, flaunting the crucial social distancing guidelines, particularly in parks, shops, airports and other...
Qatar National Bank was recently selected by Asian Banker magazine for having the “Best Biometrics Initiative, Application or Program in Qatar” for its use of iris recognition systems from Iris ID in some QNB branch ATMs. The bank is the largest financial institution in...
University security teams across the UK are adapting rapidly to changed priorities, with many directly involved in the effort to tackle COVID-19. As well as dealing with the challenges of keeping campuses partially open during the lockdown – with the need to maintain safe...
MV Smart Cameras now offer smarter Motion-based retention with areas of interest and higher resolution snapshots using the API Hot on the heels of the recentproduct release, we have two more features to share. These latest features are designed to give users more of...
Enabling simple, secure, reliable internet access from anywhere In a recent webinar, we discussed the challenging and unique times we live in as workforces around the world move to temporary remote work. While many of us are separated, we are also interconnected via the internet...
Hanwha Techwin has introduced a business intelligence application which enables retailers to gain a greater understanding of customer behaviour and buying patterns. Wisenet Retail Insight utilises people counting, heat mapping and queue management applications running on board selected Wisenet Q and Wisenet X fixed...
AI END-TO-END SECURITY SOLUTIONS As AI becomes more broadly adopted across industries, it is likely to become one of the most prominent surveillance trends in the upcoming year. Edge-based AI (which filters and processes data locally on a camera), will be more ubiquitous, enabling...
The Home Office has introduced a new bill to improve fire safety in buildings in England and Wales.The proposed Fire Safety Bill builds on action already taken to ensure that people feel safe in their homes, and a tragedy like the Grenfell Tower fire...
Apprentice trainers to the fire and security sector, Skills for Security are calling on the Government for independent training providers’ funding to be protected during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The call comes on the back of the announcement of new guidance released by the...
Tackling climate change must be woven into the solution to the Covid-19 economic crisis, the UK will tell governments next week. Environment ministers from 30 countries are meeting in a two-day online conference in a bid to make progress on cutting greenhouse gas emissions....
Health systems which invest in the digital employee experience will emerge as an employer of choice and retain staff. The future of work depends on technology, good management and flexibility in the workplace, according to a HIMSS20 Digitalsession“Healthcare Perspectives on the Future of Work:...
IT services buying and selling will go through a transformation during the coronavirus crisis. When the current Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic is over, businesses will start to invest in their operations, with an acceleration of digital transformation to support new operating models and boost resilience...
As many companies adopt work-from-home policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, cyber security is a growing issue. Cyber criminals are seeking to exploit the coronavirus to target companies and individuals. As a result, Unit 42, the global threat intelligence team at Palo Alto...
The UK wants nationwide 5G coverage, but will the government’s strategy pay off? The 5G revolutionmakes the alluring promise of boosting the economy by billions of pounds, but it comes with a big caveat: all the wonders of faster connectivity will only be achieved...
The COVID-19 outbreak is forcing millions of employees to work from home. This means countless organisations are faced with a unique challenge: how to keep as many business-critical functions running as possible whilst maintaining adequate security. Phishing attacks have risen an unprecedented667 per cent...
Digital banking disruption is going to impact every bank and credit union in the coming decade. Either an organization is going to be disrupted, or it will be causing disruption. Either way, preparing for this major transformation in banking will require changes in business...
Like other cellular networks,5G networks will use a system of cell sites to send data via radio waves. But 5G connectivity will also rely on networks of small cells, transmitting data over short distances. As a result of expanded network capacity, 5G could bring...
The Royal Bank of Scotland’s chief executive has ruled out any further branch closuresfor now, arguing that the group’s 800-strong UK network is “about the right size and shape to meet the needs of our customers”. But just what is the right shape for...
Smart cameras and baby monitors can be watched by criminals over the internet by default, security chiefs warn. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is advising people to tweak the settings after buying them. Easy-to-guess default passwords might let a hacker secretly observe a...
A drive to improve the diversity of talent working in cyber security has been launched with a mass survey of all staff currently in the sector. The survey, which will be conducted annually by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and KPMG UK, will...
New research from Infoblox Inc. has exposed the significant threat posed by shadow IoT devices on enterprise networks. The report, titled “What’s Lurking in the Shadows 2020” surveyed 2,650 IT professionals across the US, UK, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and UAE to understand the...
Criminals netted $3.5bn (£2.7bn) from cyber-crimes reported to the FBI alone in 2019, according to the service’sinternet crime complaint centre (IC3). It received 467,361 complaints from individuals and businesses during the year and has had nearly five million since its inception in 2000. Phishing...
NHS staff are being encouraged to drive to work less and bring in reusable cups and bottles to help the health service tackle climate change. The suggestions are part of an NHS plan to cut carbon emissions to net zero and reduce air pollution....
Making K-12 schools and higher education institutions safer with reliable, smarter security cameras — now available at exclusive education pricing in the United States. Imagine managing your school’s security cameras from an intuitive, web-based dashboard with no NVR, no software downloads, and secure remote...
Superfast 5G mobile broadband could power smart cities and the internet of things, (IoT) but as more devices get connected, telecoms and security experts are warning that cyber-attacks could increase in number and severity. Our homes and cities are getting “smarter” – thermostats, video...
The Metropolitan Police has announced it will use live facial recognition cameras operationally for the first time on London streets. The cameras will be in use for five to six hours at a time, with bespoke lists of suspects wanted for serious and violent...
Secured by Design is a national police crime initiative and awarded to products that meet established security requirements. Accredited products must be subject to rigorous testing and additionally be fully certificated by an independent, third-party certification body accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service...
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