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...
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...
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,...
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 28,000 additional military personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security capabilities amid ongoing violence and conflict. The recruitment drive comes as Africa’s most populous nation continues to face long-running security challenges across its northern...
Marked annually on 30 July, the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons highlights one of the most pressing security and human rights challenges facing governments, law enforcement agencies and security professionals worldwide. Human trafficking is a complex and highly organised criminal activity that exploits vulnerable individuals...
Sicuro Group has launched a free public version of its Live Travel Risk Map, providing regularly updated travel risk information for more than 240 countries and territories. Available without registration or a paywall, the interactive map refreshes every 30 minutes using official travel advisories from the...
Sophos has launched Sophos Fusion, an AI-native cybersecurity defence system designed to help organisations detect, investigate and respond to increasingly complex cyber threats through a connected security architecture. The announcement was made on 15 July 2026 in Dubai, UAE, with Sophos describing Fusion as a new...
Suprema has obtained ISO/IEC 42001 certification, the international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS), providing independent verification of the company's AI governance framework across its biometric access control and physical security solutions. Announced last week, the certification follows an independent audit by an accredited third-party...