Itec SA rolls out My Safe Space proof-of-concept October 2024, Technews Publishing As a My Safe Space initiative partner, Itec SA launched the endeavour's first proof-of-concept (PoC) at Jeppe High School for Boys in September 2024.
Armata releases all-in-one cybersecurity bundle October 2024 Armata Cyber Security has developed an all-in-one cybersecurity bundle designed to provide organisations with a comprehensive layer of protection against malware and ransomware attacks. The solution includes robust security, insurance and warranty protection.
iProov achieves FIDO Remote Identity Verification certification October 2024, Access Control & Identity Management iProov, iiDENTIFii’s technology partner in Africa, is the first to achieve the new, global certification in face biometric identity verification from the FIDO Alliance, an open industry association whose mission is to reduce the world’s reliance on passwords.
Gallagher Security releases the Controller 7000 Enhanced October 2024, Gallagher, Access Control & Identity Management, Products & Solutions Less than a year after the release of the Controller 7000 (C7000), Gallagher Security announced the latest addition to its controller product range, the Controller C7000 Enhanced (C7000 Enhanced).
Hexagon unveils new collision avoidance system adding 4D radar October 2024, Surveillance, Mining (Industry) Hexagon announced today the newest generation of its advanced Hexagon Collision Avoidance System (CAS), which now supports 4D radar technology, enhanced insights, and interoperability with the Hexagon Personal Alert tagging system.
AI and the African Penguin colony at De Hoop October 2024, DeepAlert, Surveillance, Agriculture (Industry), AI & Data Analytics To ensure the safety and success of the colony, DeepAlert sponsored the software used on the cameras to send alerts on the presence of both people and wild animals in or around the penguins' protected area.
New data privacy trends increase large cyber claims October 2024, Security Services & Risk Management Frequency and value of sizeable cyber insurance claims up 14% and 17% year-on-year in the first half of 2024, with a growing trend in the US for litigation against large corporations related to privacy violations.
SecurityHQ enhances threat and risk intelligence with Group-IB October 2024 SecurityHQ relies on intelligence from multiple sources to provide its services and protection to clients. Recently, it was announced that Group-IB, a creator of cybersecurity technologies, signed a global partnership agreement with SecurityHQ.
Growing cloud security skills gap impacts organisational defence October 2024, Information Security Check Point Software highlights the growing cloud security skills gap and its impact on organisational defence; survey reveals over half of global organisations face cloud security incidents, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity skills and training.
Impro Launches Primo v1.4 October 2024, Impro Technologies, Access Control & Identity Management Impro has announced the launch of Primo v1.4. This version introduces a range of powerful features designed to streamline operations and enhance site security, addressing the growing needs of modern organisations.
Kaspersky detects over 1 million daily tracking attempts October 2024, Kaspersky, Information Security Kaspersky's latest analysis of the 25 most prevalent web tracking services, including Google services, New Relic and Microsoft, has revealed over 38 billion instances of web trackers collecting user behaviour data in 2024, with an average of one million detections per day.
Financially motivated sextortion targeting teens increasing September 2024 The significant rise in financially motivated sextortion cases targeting children is cause for concern, especially as these types of scams can have devastating psychological and emotional effects on their young victims.
Professional Firearms Trainers Council slams SASSETA’s skills programme September 2024, Security Services & Risk Management The Professional Firearms Trainers Council (PFTC), the body responsible for private sector firearms training accreditation, has raised concerns with the Minister of Higher Education regarding a new skills programme proposed by SASSETA, which could put 42 000 jobs at risk.
From the editor's desk: Keeping them out, keeping you aware SMART Alarm, Intrusion & Perimeter Detection
Alarm, intrusion, and perimeter protection have been part and parcel of South African society for years. Many years ago, a home alarm consisted of wires covering one’s windows, which caused an alarm ...
Gallagher Security Africa addresses regional growth September 2024, Gallagher, Perimeter Security, Alarms & Intruder Detection Gallagher Security announces the appointments of Cecil Du Plessis as Business Development Manager (BDM) Africa and Emma Gore as Marketing and Events Coordinator, Africa, acknowledging the company’s continued growth in the region.
Only 4% of surveyed organisations reported no cyberattacks September 2024, Information Security As cyber threats escalate in frequency and sophistication, new research reveals an alarmingly high rate of security incidents over the past year, due to a lack of awareness and qualified professionals as key contributing factors.
SMARTpod talks to The Risk Management Forum August 2024, SMART Security Solutions, Editor's Choice, Security Services & Risk Management, Videos, Training & Education SMART Security Solutions recently released its first SMARTpod podcast, discussing the upcoming Risk Management Forum Conference 2024, which will be held on 26 September 2024 at the Indaba Conference Centre in Fourways, Johannesburg.
New State of Physical Access Control Report from HID August 2024, HID Global, Editor's Choice, Access Control & Identity Management HID released the 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report, identifying five key trends shaping access control's future and painting a picture of an industry that has been undergoing considerable transformation.
Workforce Consortium to reskill 95 million people August 2024, Editor's Choice, AI & Data Analytics ICT Workforce Consortium of global leaders has come together, committing to train and upskill 95 million people over the next 10 years, as 92% of jobs analysed are expected to undergo either high or moderate transformation due to advancements in AI.
