Al Ghurair Centre deploys AI-powered ANPR parking system

Editorial August 8, 2026

Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai is introducing a ticketless parking system based on AI-enabled automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology as part of a five-year agreement with Parkin Company. The project combines established ANPR technology with digital parking management, vehicle access

ASSA ABLOY Launches SMARTair i-reader Keypad with 2FA

Editorial August 7, 2026

In the modern world, a single layer of security is sometimes not enough. Premises with sensitive areas or higher-security rooms often benefit from an extra deterrent against unauthorized access. In many sectors, regulations require it. Implementing reliable digital two-factor authentication (2FA) – without adding delays or complexity at the door – is the most convenient,

Suprema Strengthens AI Governance with ISO/IEC 42001 Certification

Editorial August 5, 2026

Suprema has obtained ISO/IEC 42001 certification for its Artificial Intelligence Management System, providing independent verification of the company’s governance framework for the use of AI in its access control and physical security solutions. The certification covers AI-based biometric authentication and identity verification across the BioStation and BioEntry product

Advancing the Future of Access Control in the Middle East

Editorial July 30, 2026

With increasing regulatory requirements, evolving security threats and the growing adoption of cloud-connected technologies, organisations across the Middle East are seeking solutions that deliver greater intelligence, flexibility and operational efficiency. ASSA ABLOY is helping customers address these evolving requirements through Primo, a next-generation access control

Six Ways Digital Access Reduces Costs for Businesses

Editorial July 25, 2026

Digital access delivers measurable value across key areas—from lower installation and operating costs to greater flexibility, stronger security, and a reduced total cost of ownership. By replacing manual processes with intelligent access management, organizations can now improve operational efficiency By: Thomas Schulz, Director & Head of Marketing DAS EMEIA, ASSA

Interview: Gaurav Mahajan, Sales Director Middle East and Africa, ICT

Editorial July 25, 2026

Access control has become one of the most strategic technology decisions a business can make. As buildings grow smarter and security expectations rise, manufacturers are being asked to deliver far more than a door opening system. To understand how this shift is playing out across the Middle East and Africa, we sat down with Gaurav […]

Nedap marks 25 years of AEOS access control

Editorial July 24, 2026

As AEOS marks its 25th anniversary, Nedap says the biggest lesson from two and a half decades of access control development is that long-term value comes from systems designed to adapt rather than remain static. By: Jame Thorpe When AEOS launched in 2000, it was the first web-based physical access control platform at a time when many […]

Taking Critical Infrastructure Security Beyond Physical Credentials

Editorial July 15, 2026

Many critical infrastructure sites are still using traditional systems like physical credentials or tokens for access control. Badges, PINs, and punch cards are commonly used because they are familiar and easy. But these traditional systems often leave gaps that make security vulnerable and disrupt operations, risks that critical infrastructure cannot afford. By: Mohammed

Dormakaba Acquires Style Group in UK

Editorial July 10, 2026

Dormakaba has strengthened its position in the UK market by acquiring Style Group, one of the country’s leading suppliers of movable-wall solutions. The deal expands the company’s direct presence in one of Europe’s largest markets for flexible space systems and supports its broader growth strategy in the region. Style Group will become part of

Spain rolls out connected V-16 beacons with IDEMIA

Editorial July 5, 2026

Spain has completed the nationwide rollout of mandatory connected V-16 emergency beacons. IDEMIA Secure Transactions provides the secure IoT connectivity that enables millions of devices to communicate with traffic authorities in real time. The country has replaced traditional roadside warning triangles with connected V-16 emergency beacons as of January 1, 2026. The new