Thales has completed the first phase of NIST FastCAP qualification testing, moving mobile contactless fingerprint capture closer to broader operational use. Thales said its contactless fingerprint technology met the requirements of NIST Special Publication 500-339, which defines qualification
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Middle East showcased its sustainable manufacturing practices and building solutions during a Green Building Week visit by the Emirates Green Building Council in Dubai. ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Middle East welcomed members of the Emirates Green Building Council (EGBC) to its Dubai headquarters and manufacturing facility on September 7,
Mercury Security has launched a new family of S4 I/O Modules designed to expand access control capacity while allowing organizations to retain existing infrastructure and strengthen cybersecurity. The HID-owned access control hardware manufacturer introduced the Mercury S4 I/O Module family. The platform targets organizations that need to modernize or expand physical
The global fire-resistant glass market is projected to grow from $11.65 billion in 2026 to $18.09 billion by 2031, driven by tighter fire safety requirements and growing construction activity. According to MarketsandMarkets, the market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 9.2% during the forecast period. Demand is rising as developers […]
Johnson Controls has launched two next-generation fire safety workstations designed to centralize monitoring and control across large and complex facilities. The new Simplex Incident Manager and Autocall Fire Site Administrator combine enterprise-scale fire system monitoring, cybersecurity-focused architecture and centralized incident management. They target environments
Istanbul’s disaster management authority has deployed a unified Hytera DMR network designed to improve communications and coordination between emergency response units across the city. Istanbul’s Disaster and Emergency Management Department (AFAD) has deployed a Hytera DMR Tier III Simulcast Trunking Solution to replace fragmented communications infrastructure and improve
Photo credit: Saudi Press Agency (SPA) / CC BY-SA 4.0 Saudi technology company 2P has won a $19.7 million cybersecurity project with Jeddah Municipality. The project will cover more than 25 cybersecurity systems and solutions used by Jeddah Municipality, according to a Saudi Exchange disclosure published on August 27. The contract is valued at $19.7 […]
Oman and Bahrain are strengthening national cyber risk frameworks as GCC states move toward more structured cybersecurity governance. In late August, Oman launched its National Cybersecurity Strategy 2026-2030. The strategy sets out a five-year framework to strengthen national cyber resilience and protect essential services. It also aims to support a secure digital
Photo: Axis Communications Axis Communications is preparing to launch a new AI-powered radar for continuous protection of large outdoor areas. According to Axis Communications, the AXIS D2124-VE Radar provides 360-degree coverage in all weather and lighting conditions, detecting objects at distances of up to 200 meters and covering a human recognition area of 40,000 square
Photo: Tahaluf, via Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior showcased 36 security and digital projects across six interconnected systems at LEAP 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the Ministry said its LEAP 2026 showcase focused on connecting modern technologies, data, artificial intelligence and digital services into an integrated























