Six NATO Countries Plan ‘Drone Wall’ for Border Security with Russia

Editorial May 27, 2024

Six NATO countries—Finland, Norway, Poland, and the three Baltic states—are planning to develop a “drone wall” to enhance the security of their borders with Russia. The impetus for this ambitious project includes a series of provocations, ranging from the push of migrants over the

What You Should Know About EU Standards, Certifications and Patents for Mechanical Locking

Editorial May 23, 2024

It’s hard to overstate the importance of standards in mechanical security. Yet in a world of evolving threats and regulations, it can be difficult to keep track of the most relevant certifications, and to identify which apply in different industries and regions, and for various applications. With its unique scope of expertise in local and […]

Transforming Urban Safety with TRASSIR’s City Surveillance Solutions

Editorial May 21, 2024

Cities of the Middle East region are also actively adopting AI technologies to keep up with the expanding number of urban threats Everyone wishes to live in a safer city, a place that gives its residents and visitors a secure vibe to live, work, and travel without any security fears. The changing world does not […]

How ASSA ABLOY is Paving the Way for Sustainable Buildings

Editorial May 16, 2024

In the heart of Dubai, a city known for its futuristic skyline, the push for sustainability is more critical than ever. Buildings are at the forefront of this movement, with the International Energy Agency (IEA) noting that they consume about 30% of global energy. But what if I told you that the choice of access […]

DoorBird: F.A.Z. Institut Recognizes Berlin-based Company with Another Award

Editorial May 15, 2024

Companies are constantly competing with each other. A crucial factor in how customers decide to buy something is how well the products meet their needs, and that’s why companies should steadily invest in research and development to introduce innovations to the market. In collaboration with the Institute for Management and Economic Research (IMWF), the F.A.Z.-Institut […]

Pioneering Dubai HQ: ASSA ABLOY’s Energy-Efficient Solutions

Editorial May 15, 2024

Commercial enterprises of every size and type, all over the world, face a common challenge: innovating how and where they do business so they can face the future with greater environmental responsibility. ASSA ABLOY has long been recognized as an innovator in access solutions, with a range of inventive products around the door and access […]

Biometrics in healthcare: openness and security in one package

xmiddlex May 15, 2024

How can security and openness in access control be reconciled in modern healthcare institutions? The answer lies in new technologies that no longer require healthcare institutions to make unfavorable compromises between openness to patients and their safety. By: Mirza Bahic; E-mail: mirza.bahic@asmideast.com Access control in the healthcare sector is burdened with a

Ajax Systems Wins its First Red Dot Awards for Security and Home Automation Products

Editorial May 10, 2024

Ajax Systems won the prestigious Red Dot Award for the first time in the company’s history. This year, Ajax’s intrusion and smart automation products received recognition in the following categories: Smart Products Category – KeyPad TouchScreen Jeweller; Interior Design Elements Category – WaterStop & LeaksProtect;  Interior Design Elements Category – LightSwitch

360 Vision Technology’s Invictus Hybrid & TX Wireless Cameras Help Exeter City Council’s Transition to IP

Editorial May 7, 2024

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ surveillance cameras, has been integral to a long-term CCTV upgrade programme across the city of Exeter Installed by Select Electrics and specified by Derek Maltby of Global MSC Security, with funding from the Safer Streets 2 initiative, the need for the expansion […]

Axis Communications unveils Axis Cloud Connect

Editorial April 30, 2024

Axis Communications, a leader in network video, introduces Axis Cloud Connect, an open hybrid cloud platform designed to provide customers with more secure, flexible, and scalable security solutions. Together with Axis devices, this platform enables a range of managed services to support system and device management, video and data delivery and meet high demands in