Performanta appoints former bp Chief Information Security Officer as Strategic Advisor

Performanta announces the appointment of Simon Hodgkinson, former bp Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), as a Strategic Advisor, to further expand its ability to support clients and drive its vision of Cyber Safety into the market.
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EZVIZ H8 2K 360° Pan & Tilt Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera

Boosted by on-board AI algorithm, this next level camera is one of the smartest in its category to detect activity and movement along with useful features to make communications easier. Part of the award-winning outdoor PT series, this model features a new cube-shaped appearance, and rotates smoothly with ultra-low noise for full-area protection.
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SALTO introduces face recognition access control with the acquisition of TouchByte

SALTO Systems, a global market leader in keyless electronic access control solutions, confirms its commitment to secure seamless face recognition access control with its acquisition of UK technology innovator TouchByte. TouchByte are pioneers in frictionless access control using advanced face recognition systems.

SALTO Systems is committed to the use of biometric technology as the future of access control. In the past two years, it has aimed to accelerate the development of frictionless access control solutions through various strategic investments. 
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Hanwha Vision launches AI powered high-speed camera with Vehicle Type, Make, Model & Colour Recognition

Hanwha Vision has launched the TNO-7180RLP high-speed ANPR camera with 3MP Global Shutter technology to detect number plates on vehicles moving at up to 200km/h (125 mph) across 2 lanes of traffic.

The camera features Hanwha’s newly launched ROAD AI solution which uses AI video analytics to identify the type, make, model, and colour of detected vehicles, across 70 different automotive brands, 600 models, and 10 colours.
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Defence against the Dark Web- threat intelligence to enhance business security posture

The Dark Web has always been promoted as an arena for devious transactions. The concept is that transactions made on the Dark Web are anonymous and concealed from law enforcement and cyber security.

Most people will not be affected by the Dark Web or think much of it. But what businesses don’t realise is that perpetrators have now gone global and are directly targeting business. What’s concerning here is that these businesses are often completely unaware of this fact, until it is too late.   
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England and Wales most at risk areas to cybercrime

New research has revealed the areas in England and Wales most susceptible to cybercrime, with Greater Manchester coming out on top. The study by cyber security experts CloudTech24 analysed the latest data available from the National Fraud & Cyber Crime Reporting Centre to see which areas reported the highest levels of cybercrime for every 10,000 people.
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Average cyber attack fine costs UK businesses almost £250,000

UK businesses received, on average, £237,402 worth of fines following data breaches or violation of data protection rules in the last 12 months according to new research published by ISMS.online.

Data breaches were the second most reported cybersecurity incident (36%) facing businesses after phishing attacks (39%).
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Allegion launches new set of Briton fire door safety guides

Allegion UK, manufacturer of ‘Briton’ door controls and exit hardware, has launched its new set of best practice guides, designed to provide a broader understanding of fire door safety in commercial, education and healthcare environments.
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Tradespeople facing extra costs including the ULEZ expansion that will result in a further 21 workdays lost

Tradespeople across the UK are fighting with additional costs as they look to navigate the cost of living crisis. Overwhelming work schedules, material shortages and new directives such as ULEZ have left hundreds of thousands of small businesses – equalling 27% of SMEs in the trade - on the verge of breaking point and collapse, a study by Fix Radio found.
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Abloy UK showcases new digital portfolio at the Security Event 2023

Abloy UK is inviting visitors to stand 4/F60 at The Security Event to get hands on with its innovative range of electromechanical and digital access solutions.
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Mitie stays on track with Eurostar extension

Mitie has renewed its contract with Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service linking the UK and mainland Europe, extending its relationship for another three years.
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