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15th November 2023 Issue no. 680

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Aqara G4, the first battery-powered video doorbell to work with Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video

The Aqara G4 is a unique video doorbell in that it can be wired, or battery powered. It is also the first battery-powered video doorbell to work with Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video and supports streaming to Google and Alexa smart displays.
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Innovative smart lock is NOW EVEN better

Precision-engineered for British doors to British standards, Ultion Nuki Plus surpasses its predecessor with built-in Wi-Fi, a rechargeable USB-C battery, and a sleek style upgrade. Ultion Nuki Plus has been specifically designed to safeguard British doors and can be installed in minutes to work with all leading smart home platforms, plus popular apps like Ring and Airbnb.
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New standards of image quality and intelligence for Dahua’s WizMind S series

Substantial improvements in image performance, rich intelligent functions and the ability to perform in challenging environments are just some of the features of the new IPC WizMind S series of cameras from Dahua Technology.
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ASSA ABLOY Powershield Rathlin door offers LPS 2081 certification

Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, is advising specifiers and installers to choose the LPS 2081 certified Powershield Rathlin door for applications that require a secure and robust solution that is safe from attack and vandalism.
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Greater investment into cyber security needed to protect businesses and democracy in the UK

In a stark warning, the UK's cyber security agency has sounded the alarm on the escalating threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) to the integrity of the next general election, which must happen by January 2025. Other major elections in western democracies, such as the United States, are also under threat, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned.
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Wireless intruder security solution provides multiple user benefits and new trade revenue streams

A modular, wireless integrated security system from Dahua Technology is set to transform intruder detection and security management at small-to-medium businesses, as well as in homes.
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Kwikset 270 SmartCode Traditional Electronic Deadbolt

Achieve designer style and superior security with this Kwikset Signature Series product for use on exterior doors where keyed entry and security is needed.  

Featuring SmartKey Security, which protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows you to re-key your lock yourself in seconds. SmartKey Security re-key technology is compatible with Kwikset (KW1) keyway or (SC1) keyway options. Multiple pre-defined Auto-locking settings available.  
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Risk Ledger secures £6.25m to prevent cyber attacks on the supply chains of nation’s largest enterprises

Organisations have been focused on protecting their own networks, applications, physical premises and people against cyber security attacks but have neglected their exposure to suppliers.

Over the past 3 years, a staggering 73% of organisations have been affected by a third-party security breach. Helping these businesses toughen their resilience against such attacks, cyber security business Risk Ledger has announced that it has raised a £6.25 million series A funding round to strengthen supply chains.
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Neighbourhood Watch research shows burglary remains a top concern for Brits

Window and door manufacturers and installers are being encouraged to share home security advice with customers, after research commissioned by Neighbourhood Watch found that burglary remains a top concern for homeowners.

The study found that 64% of UK residents worry about their homes being broken into and that over half of Britons believe that crime has increased in their local area.
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ASSA ABLOY Door Group supplies doorsets for Birmingham University Station rebuild

Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, has supplied construction company VolkerFitzpatrick with a bespoke package of internal and external doors as part of a project to rebuild University Station in Birmingham.
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5 common misconceptions about biometric access control

In 2022, the digital identity solutions market was valued at US$28 billion. By 2027, this is expected to rise to more than US$70 billion [1]. Biometrics are everywhere now. 80% of smartphones now have biometric authentication enabled [2]. This technology is used in banks, law enforcement, airports, healthcare, and many more day-to-day interactions. But how much do you actually know about it?

For a topic that is so frequently a source of debate in the access control field, it is surprising how many myths about biometrics persist. Let’s look at some of the most common misconceptions.
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