Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection has launched a new controller designed to provide scalable gas and flame detection across complex industrial environments. The MCX32-TP combines a touchscreen human-machine interface (HMI) with a modular architecture and high channel capacity. Teledyne says the system is intended for applications...
Hanwha Vision has launched a new VGA AI Tele lens Thermal Camera series, combining high-sensitivity thermal imaging with AI-based detection for land and maritime security applications. The cameras feature NETD below 16mK, enabling the system to capture detailed thermal data in low-visibility conditions. According to Hanwha...
The future fire engineer will work alongside AI, not be replaced by it, says David Black, Group Director for Growth and Development, Joule Group. Every few months an engineer asks me some version of the same question, usually one of the younger ones: will AI take...
Fidelity SecureFire has launched what it describes as South Africa’s first nationwide proactive fire-risk ecosystem, designed to identify potential fire risks before flames appear. Developed in partnership with Sigfox South Africa, HEATWATCH combines intelligent heat monitoring, nationwide IoT connectivity, 24/7 command-centre oversight and access to Fidelity’s...
As France and Spain continue to battle severe wildfires, experts have identified a phenomenon believed to be new to the region that could significantly complicate firefighting operations: fire clouds. Also known as pyrocumulonimbus clouds, fire clouds develop when a wildfire becomes so large and intense that...
Axis Communications has announced three license plate recognition (LPR) camera kits designed for different traffic environments, from slow-speed access control to free-flow traffic. The kits come with AXIS License Plate Verifier preinstalled, allowing license plates and, under optimal conditions, vehicle characteristics including type, colour, make and...
The 3rd annual International Geotechnical Innovation Conference sets the stage for the region's most significant ground engineering gathering. The 3rd Annual International Geotechnical Innovation Conference (IGIC 2026) is advancing towards its most expansive edition to date, with preparations well underway for what is set to be...
Eng. Hisham, Chief Community Officer, RIPE NCC, explores the next layer of Internet routing security. Routing security rarely makes headlines, but it quietly underpins almost everything we do online. Every time we open a website, send a message, join a video call, or stream a film,...
Finnovex South Africa 2026 has concluded in Johannesburg, bringing together more than 400 senior decision-makers from across the financial services, technology and regulatory sectors to discuss innovation, inclusion and the future of Africa’s fintech landscape. Organised by Exibex Group, the summit featured more than 40 speakers...
Ethiopia is taking centre stage as banking leaders, regulators and global technology innovators unite to accelerate Ethiopia's digital financial transformation. The 29th Connected Banking Summit & Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026 officially opened today at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, bringing together senior banking executives, regulators, policymakers,...