ASSA ABLOY – From Design to Handover, Specification support and Software Tools

Editorial November 18, 2024

When the goals are better buildings, safer building users and happier customers, the answer lies in a combination of digitalization and personalized service. A unified digital thread eliminates any confusion which can follow when stakeholders juggle multiple versions of documents. Personalized

ASSA ABLOY acquires IXLA in Italy

Editorial November 15, 2024

ASSA ABLOY has acquired IXLA, an Italian Manufacturer of advanced laser and color personalization systems for cards and passports. “I am very pleased to welcome the IXLA team into the ASSA ABLOY Group. IXLA is an interesting technological addition to the ASSA ABLOY Group and will increase our presence in the government card personalization equipment […]

Black Hat MEA 2024: Riyadh Ascends as a Global Cybersecurity Hub with Record-Breaking Event

Editorial November 13, 2024

The annual Black Hat Middle East and Africa (Black Hat MEA) summit, the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity event and considered the global stage for Cybersecurity, has propelled Riyadh into a world leader within the industry, securing a spot alongside the more established Black Hat shows in Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Singapore. The Saudi capital’s global […]

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Lawrence Doors in the US

Editorial November 12, 2024

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Lawrence Doors, a US manufacturer of coiling steel doors, grilles and counter shutters. “I am very pleased to welcome Lawrence Doors into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico […]

Hikvision Unveils New Range of One-stop SMB Solutions

Editorial November 11, 2024

Hikvision has upgraded its support for installers by providing a range of one-stop solutions tailored for common small- and medium-sized businesses (SMB) scenarios. These make it easier for installers to grow their businesses with customizable, all-in-one packages. A new SMB section on the Hik-Partner Pro platform enables installers to match product combinations, generate

Equinix and Omantel Officially Open Salalah SN1, the Second Carrier Neutral Data Center in Oman

Editorial November 11, 2024

Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world’s digital infrastructure company™, has officially opened its state-of-the-art data center in Salalah, Oman, establishing a significant new interconnectivity hub that will transform global data flows. Strategically located in the coastal city of Salalah, the new data center – SN1 – is built in cooperation with Omantel, a

Innovative Achievement in Security Awarded to ASSA ABLOY Digital Access Solution

Editorial November 7, 2024

ASSA ABLOY’s innovative new mobile access solution has won yet another prestigious industry award. At October’s Detektor International Awards, ABLOY CUMULUS received the 2024 prize for Innovative Achievement in IoT & Security. Chosen from among hundreds of products reviewed over the course of the year by Detektor experts, ABLOY CUMULUS “streamlines access management

ONVIF Launches New Online Learning Initiative

Editorial November 7, 2024

ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has released the first course in a new online learning initiative designed to promote greater knowledge and understanding of the workings of ONVIF. The new “Introduction to ONVIF” course offers a comprehensive overview of how the organization and its standardized interfaces work

Global ANPR Market to Reach Over $6 Billion by 2030

Editorial November 4, 2024

The global ANPR system market size is estimated to reach USD 6.37 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 9.3% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Advancements in traffic monitoring technologies have given rise to a mass surveillance technology that helps in capturing images […]

Salto Sets its Sights on the Future, Announces New Leadership and Organization in the Middle East and Africa Region

Editorial November 1, 2024

Naming Victor Hage as the Managing Director marks a strategic move towards fostering growth and innovation in the MEA.  Salto is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor Hage as the Managing Director of SALTO WECOSYSTEM in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Hage is elevated to the position overseeing SALTO WECOSYSTEM after previously serving as […]