Save the date for Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, FM Expo and Firexpo in Cape Town from
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In South Africa, BMS offers important benefits to smaller-scale deployments such as residential and retail development through its ability to centrally manage various building systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, security, and energy management.
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Milestone Systems recently hosted an exclusive event for the video technology sector at the Zeitz MOCAA Museum in Cape Town to explore the latest advancements in technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, IoT, and cybersecurity.
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Electric fences are standard in South Africa, but today, they also need to be able to integrate with other technologies and become part of a broader perimeter security solution.
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A South African youth robotics team recently won the 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) World Championships. FTC is an international robotics competition designed to ignite high school students' passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
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Many people know what to do when securing a perimeter; in this article, Johan van Wyk highlights the important ‘don’ts’ to consider when implementing a turnkey perimeter security solution.
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Combining complementary AI-driven security platforms powered by automated prevention, detection and response, the two organisations can deliver advanced solutions for defeating modern, persistent adversaries even faster.
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Armata Cyber Security has developed an all-in-one cybersecurity bundle designed to provide organisations with a comprehensive layer of protection against malware and ransomware attacks. The solution includes robust security, insurance and warranty protection.
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The emergence of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), while bringing its own benefits and problems, is currently constrained by three main factors: processing power, access to information, and energy supply.
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In the second article on penetration testing, Christo Coetzer, CEO of BlueVision ITM, states that the effectiveness of penetration tests has evolved over the past decade, adapting to the increasing complexity of cybersecurity threats.
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Only half of SA's public sector organisations conduct daily cyberthreat checks, and two-thirds of cybersecurity roles remain unfilled. However, Performanta believes risk-based cybersecurity is changing the picture.
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As a My Safe Space initiative partner, Itec SA launched the endeavour's first proof-of-concept (PoC) at Jeppe High School for Boys in September 2024.
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Since the turn of the millennium, 24 years ago, technology has accelerated at an unprecedented pace. In that time, we have seen the emergence of smartphones, cloud computing, ultra-high-speed internet, AI, and more.
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The My Safe Space initiative, conceptualised and steered by James Dalton and a number of partners, aims to addresses bullying in schools and help keep people safe when dropping off or collecting children from school.
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The 2024 Southern Africa Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference concluded its 26th edition with a call to harness AI to drive positive change across the continent. Moreover, students from Wits, North West and Pretoria universities won the best research paper awards.
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BlueVision ITM believes penetration testing is a vital component of cybersecurity, and notes it goes beyond vulnerability scanning, including multi-step and multi-vector attack scenarios to find vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
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ISO 14001, an internationally recognised Environmental Management System (EMS), provides businesses with a structured framework to manage environmental impact in their pursuit of sustainability and operational excellence.
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SecurityHQ relies on intelligence from multiple sources to provide its services and protection to clients. Recently, it was announced that Group-IB, a creator of cybersecurity technologies, signed a global partnership agreement with SecurityHQ.
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The digital age has ushered in unprecedented opportunities for governments worldwide to enhance service delivery, reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies, and fulfil the vision of e-government services, and biometrics is a core aspect of this transformation.
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Paxton has launched its mobile app, Paxton Entry, for video door entry. With a simple screen tap, users can see and speak to visitors and grant or deny access from anywhere in the world, with an internet connection.
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Frequency and value of sizeable cyber insurance claims up 14% and 17% year-on-year in the first half of 2024, with a growing trend in the US for litigation against large corporations related to privacy violations.
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Less than a year after the release of the Controller 7000 (C7000), Gallagher Security announced the latest addition to its controller product range, the Controller C7000 Enhanced (C7000 Enhanced).
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To ensure the safety and success of the colony, DeepAlert sponsored the software used on the cameras to send alerts on the presence of both people and wild animals in or around the penguins' protected area.
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Check Point Software highlights the growing cloud security skills gap and its impact on organisational defence; survey reveals over half of global organisations face cloud security incidents, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity skills and training.
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[Sponsored] A new enterprise risk management web app from Zulu Consulting, called Risk-IO, is designed to automate and streamline the enterprise risk management process, ensuring no steps are skipped and everything is securely documented.
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Incorporating alarm signals with live surveillance footage, visual verification enables a human observer in a control room (onsite or offsite) to gain a clear understanding of the situation, thereby facilitating informed decision-making.
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Companies are spending large amounts on cybersecurity, yet cyber threats continue to persist and thrive. Security executives are under tremendous pressure, and companies are questioning the wisdom of their security budgets.
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Perimeters have been one of the most important security aspects since antiquity, but what does perimeter monitoring look like in the age of AI, CCTV, thermal detection and modern off-site surveillance?
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South Africa experienced a 20% increase in shoplifting between 2022 and 2023, with the Western Cape and Gauteng seeing the highest spikes in this form of crime. The figures underscore the urgent need for enhanced security solutions to address the growing challenge.
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Cameras have long been a feature in perimeter security, with varying reports of success and failure, often dependent on the cameras’ planning, installation and configuration, as well as their integration with other perimeter solutions and centralised management platforms.
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[Sponsored] The risk management process is a complex and intricate exercise that can often lead to vulnerabilities in a company's operations if standards are not followed. The Risk-IO application manages this by guiding users through the process.
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Axis launched the world’s first explosion-protected thermometric camera specifically designed for Zone/Division 2, and its first Zone/Division 1 explosion-protected network horn speaker.
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Smart intercoms have emerged as a pivotal tool in modern access control. They provide a seamless and secure way to manage entry points without the need for traditional security guards to validate visitors before granting them access.
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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.
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The Axis D2210-VE also offers a radar-video fusion model, combining the strengths of both technologies to provide comprehensive monitoring and enhanced situational awareness.
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