Global security firm Gallagher has released a single door controller, the first in a new line of controllers for the company. The C7000 SD is a lower-cost controller that in addition to single-door access control, can also be used for system interfaces, alarm monitoring, perimeter security...
False fire alarms can cost companies money in both operation and reputation, as well as putting lives at risk. Sasi Kumar, Commercial Manager Middle East and Africa, Advanced explains. False fire alarms are a global problem. In the UK alone, they cost more than 1 billion...
A grass fire at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg has prompted Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) to implement a number of safety and security measurements to better prevent the outbreak and spread of grass fires in and around the airport grounds. Despite an investigation not...
The ground-breaking N-Raven loitering munition will begin production in April this year with the first delivery expected in October, to meet the demands of armed forces around the world. Announced at the International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX 2023) in Abu Dhabi, Paramount has developed the...
Ajax Systems has introduced a new innovation to the marketplace, the LightSwitch smart light switch. This product combines the professional security switch with the best-in-class user experience that Ajax Systems have become known for. A number of illumination devices can be synched on the same device and...
As e-bike fires continue to be a global issue, New York is cracking down on their use to prevent future fires. The decision comes after a 67-year-old woman died from her injuries as a result of a fire from a faulty e-bike battery in her...
Kaspersky has reported that in 2022 there was an increase in the number of persistent and sophisticated attacks targeting various states in the META region. As a result, cyber immunity will be a focus for Africa throughout 2023. “The number of devices connected to the internet...
Omar Al Barghouthi, Regional Director, Middle East, Dragos, looks at CART principles for improving the effectiveness of threat intelligence. GCC governments have all embarked on national programs to diversify their economies, and heavy industry is intended to play a major role in those stories. But those responsible...
Industrial fire detection specialist Patol will be taking its Firesense Linear Heat Detection Cable (LHDC) technology to the Fire Safety Event 2023 – taking place at Birmingham’s NEC (UK) from 25-27 April. It’s the first time the fire company will be exhibiting at a UK tradeshow...
South Africa will account for the bulk of the $5 billion investment expected to enter the Africa data centre market by 2026, according to Africa Data Centers. By the same time the country will also have secured an estimated $3.1 bn in investments. The last few...