Abu Dhabi Ranked MENA Smartest City

Editorial May 4, 2023

For the third time in a row, Abu Dhabi has been ranked as the smartest city in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) surpassing several international capitals and ranking 13th in the world out of 141 cities. IMD Smart City Index released by the International Institute for Management

A CLIQ® Go key system simplifies access control for small businesses

Editorial April 26, 2023

London, April 2023 – CLIQ® Go key-operated access management is built to make security easier for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). It also offers a new way for locksmiths and business managers to work together for mutual benefit. In a typical SMB, the budget will not stretch to a security department or a dedicated facilities manager. Yet security […]

New Paris media headquarters uses ASSA ABLOY devices

Editorial April 23, 2023

For new headquarters in a Paris suburb, media giant Canal+ specified a connected smart building to enable efficient, flexible working. Choosing the right connectable access technologies can be a time-consuming task, all too often requiring compromises in the name of compatibility.  “Fast-growing demand for integrated building systems makes it critical for hardware

Unlocking the Potential of Next Generation Technology: Vision Object Analytics

Editorial April 14, 2023

By: Hasan Kiran, Business Development Manager (MEA), VIVOTEK EMEA hasan.kiran@vivotek.com VIVOTEK provides a full range of AI-based IP surveillance solutions, from cameras to video management systems. Consisting of AI-based IR, Smart Motion Detection, Smart Video Content Analytics, Vision Object Analytics and Deep Search, VIVOTEK’s line of AI deep learning products

Hikvision’s Q1 demand strong with robust series of new product releases

Editorial April 11, 2023

Hikvision, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, once again announces continuous growth with the release of 13 new products in Q1 2023. The latest additions to Hikvision’s lineup of emerging security technologies are all developed to meet the market’s demand

Five ways your building benefits from ASSA ABLOY

Editorial April 3, 2023

The digitalization of building design and construction presents challenges and major opportunities. The need to manage and marshal project information is much greater than in the “analogue” world. Yet if done right, a shift to digital processes can save money and time, and end with a greener, more usable building. However, to fully realize these benefits, […]

Decade record in Saudi GDP reaching $1 trillion in 2022

Editorial March 31, 2023

Saudi Arabia is experiencing the highest growth rate in more then  a decade reaching 8.7% growth in 2022 with its total GDP exceeding $1 trillion, says the General Authority for Statistics report released on Thursday. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), made up of 38 member countries to stimulate economic progress and world […]

Third New Appointment Accelerates Middle East & Africa Growth

Editorial March 30, 2023

Fire detection solutions manufacturer Advanced has appointed Business Development Manager Hossam Badwy as the company pushes ahead with its Middle East & Africa growth strategy. Hossam joins Advanced with impressive fire industry credentials, having worked with fire protection products for 13 years in engineering and sales roles, and is a US National Fire Protection

Idis announced merger with Costar

Editorial March 29, 2023

The Merger Agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of each of Idis and Costar. Completion of the Merger will be subject to approval by the stockholders of Costar. The board of directors of Costar has recommended that Costar stockholders approve the transaction and adopt the Merger Agreement at a special meeting […]

Monitoreal integrating with Ajax

Editorial March 27, 2023

This powerful pairing allows users to create an accurate video detection perimeter around their property, that proactively deters intruders and monitors security events in real time. Monitoreal’s AI-based object detection can conveniently be armed and disarmed in tandem with the Ajax alarm, via the alarm’s panel and mobile app, offering superior visibility of what’s