Highest increase in global cyberattacks in two years August 2024, Information Security Check Point Global Research released new data on Q2 2024 cyber-attack trends, noting a 30% global increase in Q2 2024, with Africa experiencing the highest average weekly per organisation.
From the editor's desk: A burning issue SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Technews Publishing Welcome to the first publication from SMART Security Solutions devoted to the fire industry. In the BMI report, sponsored by the Elvey Group, released earlier this year, fire was the smallest component ...
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 ...
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.
ONVIF standards drive growth in physical security market August 2024 ONVIF has announced that more than 30 000 product models in the $120 billion global physical security market meet the ONVIF conformance requirements for interoperability.
Western Digital reveals new solutions August 2024, Products & Solutions, Infrastructure Western Digital unveiled new solutions and technology demonstrations at the Future of Memory and Storage Conference 2024. The innovations cater to diverse market segments, from hyperscale cloud to automotive and consumer storage.
Challenges in SMME financing and support August 2024, Financial (Industry) In a step towards empowering small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs), a recent forum was held in KwaZulu-Natal aimed at developing and growing SMMEs through public-private collaboration.
SA’s portal for everything FM-related August 2024, Securex South Africa , Facilities & Building Management The Facilities Management Expo 2024, which took place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 11 to 13 June 2024, is now firmly entrenched as the ultimate portal for facilities management solutions.
Fortinet establishes new point-of-presence in South Africa August 2024, Information Security Fortinet has announced the launch of a new dedicated point-of-presence (POP) in Isando, Johannesburg, to expand the reach and availability of Fortinet Unified SASE for customers across South Africa and southern African countries.
New tools for investigation and robust infrastructure security August 2024, Information Security Cybereason continues to enhance its security platform, with recent updates introducing improvements in file search operations, investigation query results, and cloud workload protection, providing more granular data and faster key artefact identification.
Suspect’s profile pic leads to his arrest August 2024 In perhaps one of the stranger incidents that police have had to deal with in Gqeberha recently, they were able to make an arrest when they recognised a suspect from his profile picture.
Invixium acquires Triax Technologies August 2024, Access Control & Identity Management Invixium has announced it has acquired Triax Technologies to expand its biometric solutions with AI-based RTLS (Real-Time Location Systems) offering for improved safety and productivity at industrial sites and critical infrastructure.
Securex South Africa 2024 attracts high-end decision-makers August 2024, Securex South Africa , Editor's Choice, Videos Securex South Africa 2024, co-located with A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo 2024 from 11 to 13 June at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, retained its reputation of attracting key decision makers intent on finding customised security solutions.
ControliD's iDFace receives ICASA certification August 2024, Impro Technologies, Access Control & Identity Management The introduction of Control iD's iDFace facial biometric reader, backed by mandatory ICASA certification, underscores the commitment to quality, compliance, and innovation.
Blazing trails for solutions and networking August 2024, Securex South Africa , Fire & Safety Firexpo 2024 again proved that there is a pressing need to bring together suppliers/manufacturers of fire safety solutions and representatives from the market who wish to increase their fire risk mitigation profile.
SMART Estate Security returns to KZN SMART Estate Security 2024, Nemtek Electric Fencing Products, Technews Publishing, Axis Communications SA, OneSpace Technologies, Editor's Choice, Integrated Solutions, IoT & Automation The second SMART Estate Security Conference of 2024 was held in May in KwaZulu-Natal at the Mount Edgecombe Estate Conference Centre, which is located on the Estate’s pristine golf course.
Be wary of these scams this tax season August 2024, Security Services & Risk Management As we approach the end of August, millions of South Africans will log onto the SARS eFiling website or visit their closest branch to complete their tax returns, but scammers are also waiting to defraud with tax-related scams.
