Highest increase in global cyberattacks in two years August 2024, Information Security Check Point Global Research released new data on Q2 2024 cyber-attack trends, noting a 30% global increase in Q2 2024, with Africa experiencing the highest average weekly per organisation.
From the editor's desk: Showtime for Securex Issue 3 2025, Technews Publishing
We have once again reached the time of year when the security industry focuses on Securex. This issue includes a short preview, with more coming online and via our special Securex Preview news briefs. ...
Chubbsafes celebrates 190 years Issue 3 2025, Gunnebo Safe Storage Africa, Security Services & Risk Management Chubbsafes marks its 190th anniversary in 2025 and as a highlight of the anniversary celebrations it is launching the Chubbsafes 1835, a limited edition 190th-anniversary collector’s safe.
Suprema unveils BioStar Air Issue 3 2025, Suprema, neaMetrics, Access Control & Identity Management, Infrastructure Suprema launches BioStar Air, the first cloud-based access control platform designed to natively support biometric authentication and feature true zero-on-premise architecture. BioStar Air simplifies deployment and scales effortlessly to secure SMBs, multi-branch companies, and mixed-use buildings.
New law enforcement request portal Issue 3 2025, Security Services & Risk Management inDrive launches law enforcement request portal in South Africa to support safety investigations. New portal allows authorised South African law enforcement officials to securely request user data related to safety incidents.
Igniting standards, powering protection Issue 3 2025, Securex South Africa , Fire & Safety Fire safety is more than compliance, it is a critical commitment to protecting lives, assets, and infrastructure. At Firexpo 2025, taking place from 3 to 5 June at Gallagher Convention Centre, that commitment takes centre stage.
The rise of AI-powered cybercrime and defence Issue 2 2025, Information Security, AI & Data Analytics Check Point Software Technologies launched its inaugural AI Security Report, offering an in-depth exploration of how cybercriminals are weaponising artificial intelligence (AI), alongside strategic insights defenders need to stay ahead.
From the editor's desk: We’ve only just begun SMART Surveillance 2025, Technews Publishing
The surveillance market has expanded far beyond the analogue days of just recording and/or monitoring screens. The capabilities of surveillance technology today extend to black screen monitoring with ...
SAFPS issues SAPS impersonation scam warning Issue 2 2025, Security Services & Risk Management The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) is warning the public against a scam in which scammers pose as members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) and trick and intimidate individuals into handing over personal and financial information.
Strong industry ties set Securex South Africa apart Issue 2 2025, Training & Education Securex South Africa, co-located with A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo, is a meeting place of minds, where leading security, safety, fire, and facilities professionals come together, backed by strong ties with the industry’s most influential bodies.
Connected commercial drone market to reach US$37.3 billion Issue 2 2025, Commercial (Industry), IoT & Automation The global market for connected commercial drones is forecast to grow from US$18.6 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% to reach US$37.3 billion in 2029
Phishing attacks through SVG image files Issue 2 2025, Kaspersky, Information Security Kaspersky has detected a new trend: attackers are distributing phishing emails to individual and corporate users with attachments in SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) files, a format commonly used for storing images.
Fully-integrated browser AI Issue 2 2025 Opera Mini now provides all its smartphone users with its own free built-in browser AI, Aria, including AI chat, Ask Aria and image generation. According to an Opera survey, 80% of South Africans want AI tools integrated into their browser.
Amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulations Issue 2 2025, Technews Publishing, Agriculture (Industry), Associations SANSEA, SASA, National Security Forum, CEO, TAPSOSA, and LASA oppose recently published Amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulations regarding firearms.
Local innovation driving excellence in FM Issue 2 2025, Securex South Africa As organisations seek cost-effective, sustainable, and high-quality solutions, home-grown facilities management innovation is proving to be a critical driver of operational efficiency and long-term success.
PIV-ready High Sec Controller 7000 Issue 2 2025 Gallagher Security announced the release of the latest addition to its controller product range; the High Sec Controller 7000, which incorporates all the core functions of the C7000 Standard variant released less than 18 months ago.
The impact of GenAI on cybersecurity Issue 2 2025, Sophos, Information Security Sophos survey finds that 89% of IT leaders worry GenAI flaws could negatively impact their organisation’s cybersecurity strategies, with 87% of respondents stating they were concerned about a resulting lack of cybersecurity accountability.
Lack of optimism for African economy Issue 2 2025 African Leadership University publishes the 2025 Africa Workforce Readiness Survey, which shows that only 21% of South African employers are optimistic about the future of the country’s economy, the lowest of any country polled.
From the editor's desk: What’s a trillion between friends? Issue 2 2025, Technews Publishing
Back in the bad old days of 2015, some (who didn’t want to take the blame for coming up with that number) estimated the amount of money lost to corruption by the South African government to be around ...
Closing physical security loopholes Issue 2 2025, Securex South Africa Relying on outdated physical security measures can expose businesses and facilities to threats in today’s fast-evolving security landscape. Fortunately, advances in security technology are helping organisations stay ahead of threats by closing critical security gaps.
