Secure Logiq partners with TiNYg for inaugural UAE conference

Secure Logiq is proud to be a technology partner for TiNYg’s first conference in the UAE. The counter terrorism conference from the global terrorism information network, titled Cyber Terrorism, Safe Cities & Advanced Technical Innovation, will be hosted by HSBC Dubai at HSBC Tower in Emaar Square on Tuesday 17th September.
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Consort Architectural Hardware publishes door hardware EPDs

Specialist manufacturer and supplier of architectural hardware solutions, Consort Architectural Hardware, has published Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) across its range of door levers, door closers, hinges and locks, verifying the sustainability credentials of its products. 
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Biometric access control in government: strengthening national security

By 2022, more than 80% of smartphones had biometric security features enabled on them. This technology is all around us, and will only become more common. Since 2019, the global biometric authentication and identification market is forecasted to grow at 14.6% annually. By 2027, that will mean this sector is worth almost US$100 billion globally.
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Zimperium uncovers sophisticated SMS Stealer campaign

Zimperium has announced the discovery of a new and potent threat identified as the SMS Stealer. This malicious software, uncovered by Zimperium's zLabs team during routine malware analysis, has been identified in over 105,000 samples, across more than 600 global brands, highlighting its extensive reach and significant risks, including account takeovers and identity theft.
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UL listed heavy-duty door closers

SECO-LARM is happy to announce that three of its door closers have received the prestigious UL Listing, demonstrating their compliance with rigorous safety and performance standards. These heavy-duty door closers provide exceptional security and user convenience for a wide range of applications. 

All three UL Listed door closers boast reversible, non-handed designs for flexible installation. They feature independent adjustments for sweep and latch speeds, allowing for customized door operation on metal or wooden doors.
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The basics of biometric access control: what you need to know

Biometrics means different things to different people. Maybe your first thought is about how impressive and advanced this technology is. Or maybe your instinct is concern or worry about privacy. Whatever your initial impressions, we’re here to break this complex topic down and give you the real truth about biometrics.

Research in the USA shows that 58% of businesses are planning to replace traditional passwords with biometric solutions in the workplace. That’s more than any other identity validation method. So biometrics is here to stay, and it’s more important than ever that you understand how it works, its benefits, and its risks.
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LPS 1175 Issue 8: Setting the standard for perimeter protection

Kevin Wells, Business Development Director at CLD Physical Security Systems (CLD) discusses the evolution of LPS 1175 and the value of certification when it comes to selecting physical perimeter security solutions. 

Since its introduction in the mid-1990s, LPS 1175 has had a significant impact on the physical security industry. The standard set the bar higher than ever before, driving product innovation while providing specifiers, installers and facilities managers with a benchmark for quality and assurance.
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SECO-LARM Strengthens Mini-Security Options with ETL Certified E-941SA-80Q Mini-Maglock

SECO-LARM is proud to announce that our E-941SA-80Q 80-lb Mini-Maglock is now ETL certified to conform to UL Std. 294. This certification signifies the maglock's commitment to providing high-quality, reliable security solutions. 

The E-941SA-80Q Mini-Maglock, with its compact size and 80-lb holding force, is ideal for small, minimum-security doors, including cabinets and drawers. Despite its small size, it boasts many of the advanced features found in our larger, more powerful locks.
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Hickleys Simply Keys 2024 – A weekend of savings, sales, schooling and smiles

What a great weekend we had at Simply Keys! This year we saw a nice increase in interest in the show with a record number of people registering to come along. The staff at the GTG Centre in Wolverhampton were extremely accommodating as our hosts (as always!) and helped to make the show run as smoothly as it possibly could have.
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Security guard disarms knifeman after girl stabbed in Leicester Square

Abdullah, 29, said he "heard a scream", then "jumped on" the man who was attacking the child before holding him down and taking the knife off him."I just saw a kid getting stabbed and I just tried to save her. It's my duty to just save them," he said. Abdullah said he and his colleagues gave first aid to the child before police arrived within four minutes of the attack on Monday morning.

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ASSA ABLOY teams up with Secured by Design for roadshow

ASSA ABLOY is set to host a Secured by Design (SBD) roadshow throughout September, highlighting the advantages of designing buildings with security in mind from the outset.
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ISS creates new career opportunities with launch of new security apprenticeship schemes

ISS, a leading workplace experience and facility management company, is proud to launch a new suite of security apprenticeship schemes to expand career opportunities for those working or wishing to work in security.
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Securing the Future: Abloy UK launches new white paper

Abloy UK has launched a new white paper, titled Securing the Future: Revolutionising Critical Infrastructure Access Control with Digital Solutions. 

The document investigates the transformative potential of digital access control technologies, specifically focusing on the comparative strengths and weaknesses of Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth. 
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