A blind spot in identity authentication today is still physical identity documents. Identity cards, passports, and driver’s licences, biometric or not, are broken, forged, or misused, fueling global trafficking networks and undermining public trust in institutions.
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Pretoria-based military engineering company Centauri Technologies has announced that its TriAD counter-drone system successfully completed integrated, multi-layered C-UAS (counter-unmanned aerial system) capability trials in a vehicle-mounted configuration.
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Gallagher Security has released Command Centre v9.40, introducing new capabilities for the Controller 7000 product range and supporting optional licencing expansion to up to 24 doors per controller, more than doubling the previous limit of 10.
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SMART Security Solutions summarises the key points dealing with modern cyber risks facing access control systems, from Mercury Security’s white paper “Meeting the Challenges of Cybersecurity in Access Control: A Future-Ready Approach.”
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Mimecast Study finds 46% of SA organisations report a rise in malicious insider threat reports over the past year: reveals disconnect between security awareness and technical controls as AI-powered attacks accelerate.
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The SG10 was optimised for speed at every stage, from capture to processing. The result is faster fingerprint acquisition and near-instant response for operators.
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Clifftown Shore is an exclusive collection of 51 luxury 1, 2 and 3-bedroom seafront apartments and penthouses set within a protected conservation park area, served by CAME’s XiP system and door entry system.
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Leostream predicts changes in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) in the coming year, driven by evolving cybersecurity realities, hybridisation, AI, and more.
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Centurion Systems unveiled its latest product lines at HomeSec Expo 2026, introducing SMART+, a simpler way for installers and end users to manage their Centurion installations - as well as a few new products.
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Duxbury Networking has been appointed the exclusive distributor of Milesight surveillance solutions in South Africa, expanding its surveillance portfolio with a platform designed to deliver AI-driven analytics, rapid deployment, and open integration for modern security environments.
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New phishing scheme abuses legitimate Google Tasks notifications to trick corporate users into revealing corporate login credentials, which can then be used to gain unauthorised access to company systems, steal data, or launch further attacks.
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Identity outlives technology. When it is trusted, it becomes a foundation for insight and scale. When it is not, every system built on it inherits the risk. Identity quality matters, at both human and system levels, and getting it right is what allows security to endure.
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SafeQuip’s latest product launch introduces two compact, disposable fire extinguishers for everyday use, one suitable for Class A, B, and C fires, the other rated for Class A, B and F fires.
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The SMART Access & Identity Solution Guide 2026 features solutions and products specifically designed for the access control and identity management market, from card-based access to biometric access, as well as identity management.
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In a world where risk moves faster, and operations are more interconnected than ever, you need more than footage — you need insight.
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Suprema recently announced the launch of BioStar X, its advanced unified security platform. BioStar X unifies biometric access control and video surveillance into a single, scalable platform.
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After so many years of offering alternatives to card technology for access control, one could be forgiven for assuming we are all using biometrics or mobile credentials for all our physical and digital access requirements.
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When it comes to Access Control as a Service (ACaaS), most organisations (roughly 90% internationally) plan to move, or are in the process of moving to the cloud, but the majority of existing infrastructure (about 70%) remains on-premises for now.
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TRASSIR is a global developer of intelligent video management and analytics solutions, delivering AI-driven platforms that enable organisations to monitor, analyse, and respond to events across complex physical environments.
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Credential-based attacks have reached epidemic levels. For African CISOs in particular, the message is clear: identity is now the perimeter, and defences must reflect that reality with coherence and context.
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Check Point Software Technologies released its African Perspectives on Cybersecurity Report 2025, revealing a sharp rise in attacks across the continent and a major shift in attacker tactics driven by artificial intelligence
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Dahua showcased its smart city solutions at the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, which brought together experts, innovators, and city leaders from around the globe to explore the future of urban transformation.
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Modern fire protection systems are no longer just stand-alone panels that make a noise when a detector senses smoke. Many are now connected to building control systems, IoT devices and centralised management platforms. With that connectivity comes new risk.
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Household burglary and fire remain amongst the most common threats to household assets in South Africa. Statistics South Africa’s 2024 Victims of Crime Survey reported approximately 1,5 million incidents of housebreaking in a single year.
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Genetec has announced new intelligent automation (IA)-powered investigation capabilities in Security Center SaaS to help operators quickly locate video evidence, understand the context surrounding an event, and close cases in minutes.
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According to Panaseer’s latest research, 70% of major breaches are caused by toxic combinations: overlapping risks that compound and amplify each other, forming a critical vulnerability to be exploited.
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From the cloud-native CLUe platform and CoreStation 20 controller to the global debut of BioStar X, Suprema has redefined what connected, AI-driven security means for enterprises.
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The holiday season brings excitement, increased foot traffic and, unfortunately, a spike in criminal activity targeting retail environments. Taking a proactive approach to security is essential in ensuring staff and assets remain safe.
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Old-school security relied on rules-based systems that flagged only what was already known. AI flips the script: it analyses massive volumes of data in real-time, spotting anomalies that humans or static rules would miss.
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The REDSCAN Lite RLS-1010L has been developed to provide comprehensive coverage and protect high-risk security zones and vulnerable, narrow indoor spaces that are difficult to protect with traditional sensors.
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[Sponsored] For over 30 years, a Centurion-based company has helped shape how security technology is designed, deployed, and supported in South Africa. Originally known as CellSecure, it now operates as ArxTech.
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Fire and gas safety is a critical component of every business’s risk management processes. While sometimes ignored until it is too late, safety solutions abound at Securex Cape Town 2025.
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Nemtek will demonstrate its newly enhanced FG7C+ Fence Controller, now featuring an advanced software upgrade that connects all Nemtek devices, aggregating data to a single point for efficient electric fence alarm monitoring and control.
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SafeQuip has confirmed that the Lith-Ex range of fire extinguishers is the only certified lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher range in South Africa.
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The Technoswitch ESPRIT intelligent control panel range is ideal for small- and medium-sized sites that require a powerful, cost-effective, and networkable fire alarm system.
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