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Locks and Security News: your weekly locks and security industry newsletter
12th August 2026 Issue no. 814

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Zimperium Deep Insights cuts mobile incident investigation time from weeks to minutes

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Advanced mobile forensics made simple for every security team.
Zimperium, a global leader in AI-empowered mobile security, has announced Zimperium Deep Insights, the industry's only enterprise-wide solution to unify real-time Mobile Threat Defence with automated mobile forensics. This solution enables security teams to investigate AI-powered mobile attacks in minutes instead of weeks or months.
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Salto's XS4 Double Reader for monitored entry and exit

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Salto has launched its XS4 Double Reader wire-free smart locking range, introducing a new electronic lock with two integrated readers designed to monitor and record both entry and exit through a single door.

The XS4 Double Reader operates on a 100% wire-free architecture, eliminating the need for traditional wired installations. The company said the lock retrofits over existing door preparations and mortice locks, helping reduce deployment time and installation costs while simplifying upgrades.
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The security stack reckoning: more tools are creating more risks

A growing number of organisations are suffering from security tool sprawl according to KPMG's 2026 Cybersecurity & Technology Risk Survey, that found  only 14% of organisations have reached an advanced, predictive level of vulnerability management. 

Infrastructure complexity and fragmented security systems remain the biggest obstacles.
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CDVI launches premium intercom solutions for the UK market

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Global access control manufacturer CDVI is proud to announce the launch of Robin intercom solutions to the UK market. Following the recent acquisition of Robin Telecom by CDVI Group, these premium entrance management solutions are now available in the UK.
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Lalique heist: expert comment on museum security systems

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Recently, French museum Lalique was 
hit with a $5 million robbery, less than a year after burglars smashed their way into the Louvre.
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Hanwha Vision Similarity Search added to Integration Plug-in for Milestone XProtect

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Hanwha Vision has introduced the latest version of its plug-in for Milestone XProtect, featuring the new AI-powered Similarity Search alongside expanded integration with Hanwha Vision cameras.
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House of Commons hit by over 51 million cyber attacks over the last three years

* toni-pomar-st-jEXARLbE-unsplash.jpegLondon, 11th August: House of Commons have rejected over 51 million malicious emails over the past three years, highlighting the relentless spike in cyber threats threatstargeting the UK's public sector and government institutions.

The data, obtained through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request and analysed by Parliament Street think tank, reveals the scale of these malicious attacks towards House of Commons between July 2023 - May 2026. Among the 51,145,419 emails rejected were likely a mixture of phishing attempts, malware, and spam.
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UK considers new rules to tackle rogue AI risks as autonomous systems grow more complex

The UK Government is reviewing whether stronger AI regulation is needed to address rising concerns about rogue AI behaviour and the risks posed by increasingly autonomous systems.  

Recent incidents involving advanced AI models acting outside expected parameters have intensified concerns about cybersecurity and whether the current voluntary guidance is still fit for purpose. 

The Government’s priority remains public safety, with officials signalling that mandatory pre-deployment testing could be introduced if existing approaches no longer provide sufficient protection.
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HKC expands platform capabilities with SW-10270 and SmartLink700 upgrades

* HKC-SmartLink.jpgHKC Security has announced upgrades to SW-10270 and SmartLink700, introducing significant new functionality that gives installers greater flexibility when configuring Technical Zones, while enhancing system performance and supporting the next generation of HKC devices. 

The coordinated launch of the SW-10270 v4.4.6 firmware and SmartLink700 v1.7.8 software represents one of the most comprehensive enhancements to HKC's Technical Zone functionality to date, enabling installers to configure each Technical Zone independently, rather than applying settings globally across the system. 
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Hanwha Vision launches ultra-sensitive VGA AI thermal camera series with sub-16mK NETD

* Hanwha-AI-based-Object-Classification.jpgHanwha Vision has launched its new VGA AI Tele lens Thermal Camera series, introducing a next-generation thermal surveillance solution designed to deliver highly accurate AI-based detection across both land and maritime environments.

Combining ultra-sensitive thermal imaging, advanced AI analytics, mission-critical cybersecurity, and rugged durability, the new series is engineered to support critical infrastructure, perimeter protection, coastal monitoring, and border security operations in the most challenging conditions.
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Tradespeople moving away from branded vans over tool theft fears

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Almost a third (30%) of tradespeople are switching to unbranded vans to avoid becoming targets for tool thieves, according to new research. The findings, from specialist insurer Tradesman Saver, reveal many tradespeople are changing how they operate because of worries that vehicle branding could advertise valuable tools and materials to criminals.
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ATG Access helps protect Leicester's future through city centre scheme

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Leicester city centre has undergone one of its most significant public protection upgrades in recent years, with a network of intelligent security bollards now in place to help safeguard residents, visitors and businesses.
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Fit for today, safe for tomorrow: why installation matters

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The installation of fire door hardware is the point at which compliance and performance either come together or fall apart, explains Karen Trigg of Allegion UK.
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Abloy video showcases Escape Door System benefits for retail environments

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Abloy UK has launched a new video demonstrating how its Escape Door System (EDS) can help retailers balance security measures with safe, compliant escape routes in retail environments.

Retail environments are under increasing pressure to tackle issues such as run-out theft and unauthorised access to restricted areas.
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Leeds Lock Centre reinforces long-standing Mul-T-Lock partnership with MTL300 Break Secure 3XP Pro

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Mul-T-Lock and Leeds Lock Centre are marking more than 20 years of working together, reflecting a long-established partnership shaped by technical expertise, professional trust and a shared commient to well-engineered mechanical security. 
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Abloy’s PROTEC2 CLIQ access control system at East Midlands Ambulance Service

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Abloy UK has provided East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) with its PROTEC2 CLIQ access control solution to enhance the management and security of controlled drugs across its operations. The project specification included almost 2,000 keys and approximately 600 cylinders, enabled via Wall Programming Devices. 
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