Hikvision Camera Earns ITxPT Certification

Editorial July 5, 2026

Hikvision has received ITxPT certification for its Dual-Lens Passenger Counting Camera, expanding interoperability with standardized onboard systems for public transport. The ITxPT (Information Technology for Public Transport) certification confirms that Hikvision’s DS-2XM6825G1 Dual-Lens

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

Honeywell expands connected fire safety portfolio

Editorial July 4, 2026

Honeywell has expanded its fire and life safety portfolio. The update adds new smoke control capabilities to the NOTIFIER INSPIRE platform and introduces new cloud-connected services. The company said the latest release of the NOTIFIER INSPIRE platform introduces fully integrated smoke control capabilities developed in collaboration with customers and channel partners. The

Fingerprint Sensor Market to Approach $7 Billion by 2032

Editorial July 4, 2026

The global fingerprint sensor market is projected to grow from USD 5.01 billion in 2026 to USD 6.98 billion by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7 percent, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The market is being driven by growing demand for secure, convenient and reliable biometric authentication across consumer […]

Genetec access control solutions receive ANSSI cybersecurity certification

Editorial June 30, 2026

Genetec has announced that its Security Center Synergis access control platform and Synergis Cloud Link intelligent IoT gateway have received the First-Level Security Certification (CSPN) from the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI). The certification confirms that the solutions meet the Agency’s updated 2025 cybersecurity requirements, which introduce stricter

ASSA ABLOY: 7 ways switching to digital access reduces costs as it boosts security

Editorial June 29, 2026

Cost efficiency is higher than ever among the priorities of today’s security and facility managers. At the same time, the ways in which they must support their organization is in a constant state of flux. Access is one area where cost savings can be made: streamlining access management is often key to achieving more without […]

ASSA ABLOY Code Handle Secures Doors Without Keys

Editorial June 28, 2026

Many businesses and buildings need trustworthy, keyless door security without the expense and invasiveness of an advanced access control system. For these premises, PIN-based digital door access adds this security efficiently, freeing managers, employees, and visitors from the cost and hassle of handling physical keys. In all kinds of workplaces, private rooms need

Comnet Raises the Bar for Industrial PoE

Editorial June 26, 2026

As edge devices grow more power-hungry and deployments become more demanding, Comnet is meeting the moment with two new IEEE 802.3bt industrial Ethernet switches engineered for the harshest environments on the planet By: Adam Triculis, Product Marketing Manager, Acre Security E-mail: adamtriculis@acresecurity.com The CNG6F2T4MPB is a 6-port Layer 2 managed switch built for

Flagship AI Biometric Terminal, Trust Engineered into Every Door

Editorial June 26, 2026

The access control market has been steadily shifting toward multi-modal, identity-centric systems. What’s often been missing is a single terminal that delivers across four key dimensions at once: certified security, high performance, credential flexibility, and a front-of-house experience suited to premium spaces. By: Mohamed ElShenawy, Regional Manager, Suprema Middle

From Pioneering Electric Strikes to Intelligent Systems

Editorial June 26, 2026

Modern electromechanical devices transform the way buildings are secured. Their embedded intelligence enables reliable communication between door and system, remote operation, and data insights. By: Sam Cherif, Senior Director, Middle East & Africa, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions E-mail: sam.cherif@assaabloy.com For more than 90 years, ASSA ABLOY has pioneered