Bosch sells product business to Triton Issue 1 2025, Bosch Building Technologies, Products & Solutions, Facilities & Building Management Bosch is selling its Building Technologies division’s product business for security and communications technology to the European investment firm Triton. The division is set to focus on systems integration business in the future.
Nice launches DC Blue Astute garage door motor Issue 1 2025, Nice Group South Africa, Technews Publishing, Access Control & Identity Management, Perimeter Security, Alarms & Intruder Detection Nice Systems SA has launched the Nice DC Blue Astute, a garage door motor for the South African market featuring a pre-installed lithium-ion battery instead of traditional lead-acid batteries.
The human element remains the cornerstone of success Issue 1 2025 Gallagher Security, has unveiled its Security Industry Trends Report 2025, offering insights into the rapid evolution of security systems and the broader role they play in business operations worldwide.
Technology driving fire safety at Firexpo 2025 Issue 2 2025, Securex South Africa , Fire & Safety As regulations change, safety and risk officers, and building managers are hard-pressed to keep pace with the exact requirements to ensure occupant safety and wellbeing. Firexpo’s role is to provide informed choices for the market.
New firearms training modules from ITA Issue 1 2025, Security Services & Risk Management The International Firearm Training Academy has launched two new firearms training modules to support career development in the firearms industry: the Maintenance Fitter and the Firearms Custodian modules.
The IoT trends shaping a smarter, more connected future Issue 1 2025, IoT & Automation The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionising sectors across Africa. In 2025, IoT is expected to continue driving digital innovation, enhancing operational efficiencies, and enabling the creation of smarter, more sustainable ecosystems.
New AI advisor for robot selection Issue 1 2025, Industrial (Industry), AI & Data Analytics Igus’ new AI chatbot has been added to its online platform to enable companies with little previous experience and technological expertise to quickly and reliably put together Low-Cost Automation (LCA) solutions to become more competitive.
From the Editor's desk: Apathy is a cybercriminal SMART Access & Identity 2025, Technews Publishing Welcome to SMART Security Solutions’ first print publication of the year, the SMART Access & Identity Handbook 2025. This year’s print issue is smaller than usual, so we include some articles in the ...
Stay safe while using AI assistants Issue 1 2025, Kaspersky, Information Security, AI & Data Analytics The new DeepSeek AI assistant has attracted a lot of attention, including the interest of cybercriminals. Kaspersky experts have detected scam activity related to it.
Q-Vision Pro Wins Best of Innovation Award Issue 1 2025, Suprema, Access Control & Identity Management Suprema AI, a specialised provider of on-device AI solutions based on video analysis, announced that it has won the Best of Innovation Award in the Embedded Technology category at CES 2025.
Only 6% of executives in Africa expect a decrease in headcount due to AI Issue 1 2025, AI & Data Analytics Boston Consulting Group research shows 72% of African companies rank AI and/or GenAI as a top three strategic priority, while 65% of African companies surveyed are optimistic about the role of AI agents.
Gallagher Security obtains SOC2 Type 2 recertification Issue 1 2025, Gallagher, Access Control & Identity Management Global security leader Gallagher has achieved renewal of attestation status for System and Organisation Controls (SOC2 Type 2) as related to the cloud-hosted services of its integrated security solution, Command Centre.
Addressing multi-department security needs Issue 1 2025, Securex South Africa Given the growing emphasis on providing security solutions that cater to the needs of multiple departments, it’s critical to provide a comprehensive platform for end users to source these solutions.
Scammers take advantage of desperate need for cash Issue 1 2025, Editor's Choice, Security Services & Risk Management Revitalised from their end-of-year holiday, South Africans typically tackle the new year with gusto and renewed vigour, but so do the criminals as they prepare for the rush back to school or university
Dahua expands WizColor offerings Issue 2 2025, Dahua Technology South Africa, Surveillance Dahua Technology has released the newest addition to its WizColor product offerings; equipped with a range of intelligent functions tailored to meet the needs of various scenarios.
Saving lives with fire safety technology Issue 1 2025, Fire & Safety The fire protection landscape is evolving swiftly, fuelled by technological advancements designed to improve safety and efficiency in fire detection, control, and suppression. These innovations transform traditional methods and establish new safety standards in residential and commercial spaces.
From QR code to compromise December 2024, Information Security A new attack vector involves threat actors using fraudulent QR codes emailed in PDF attachments to bypass companies' phishing security measures by requiring users to scan the code with their mobile phones.
Boost revenue streams for MNOS December 2024, Security Services & Risk Management, Financial (Industry) ReveNet has introduced its new solution, designed to safeguard and potentially boost revenue streams in an increasingly challenging landscape for MNOS. The new platform combines advanced analytics and is built on trust, transparency, and sustainability principles.
Here’s to a SMART 2025 December 2024, SMART Security Solutions, Editor's Choice This is the final news brief from SMART Security Solutions for 2024, and the teams would like to take this opportunity to thank our readers, advertisers and partners and wish everyone a safe and secure festive season.
Organisations fear AI-driven cyberattacks, but lack key defences December 2024, Kaspersky, Information Security, Training & Education A recent Kaspersky study reveals that businesses are increasingly worried about the growing use of artificial intelligence in cyberattacks, with 56% of surveyed companies in South Africa reporting a rise in cyber incidents over the past year.
