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Ipsotek partners with Spark NZ to launch AI Vision platform
Unified Communications

Ipsotek partners with Spark NZ to launch AI Vision platform

Ipsotek has partnered with Spark New Zealand to launch Spark AI Vision, an innovative AI Computer Vision platform to enhance workplace safety and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Optic Security Group Auckland wins top security project award
Firewalls

Optic Security Group Auckland wins top security project award

Optic Security Group's Auckland team wins the Wesco Anixter Inner Range Integriti Project of the Year 2023, showcasing excellence in cutting-edge security solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

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Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns
Surveillance

Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns

Experts warn that facial recognition technology in retail raises significant privacy concerns, with calls for organisations to ensure public acceptability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Exclusive: Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise expands into critical networks
Surveillance

Exclusive: Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise expands into critical networks

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is expanding its secure communication solutions for mission-critical sectors across Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors
Ransomware

Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors

As Paris 2024 approaches, Tenable warns of heightened cyber-attack risks targeting key sponsors, emphasising the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Live Awareness supports superior safety compliance at one of the world's busiest ports
Surveillance

Live Awareness supports superior safety compliance at one of the world's busiest ports

SenSen's Live Awareness AI enhances safety and compliance at a leading global port, achieving high detection accuracy despite dynamic work conditions and limited data.

By Duc Vo • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
UK's Purple Transform appoints new Principal Solutions Architect
Unified Communications

UK's Purple Transform appoints new Principal Solutions Architect

UK AI pioneer, Purple Transform, welcomes Andrew Longyear as new Principal Solutions Architect to bolster operational solution design and deployment, drawing upon his 35 years' experience in IT and telecommunications.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Biometrics shift in UK security highlights privacy concerns
Surveillance

Biometrics shift in UK security highlights privacy concerns

Simon Alderson, of First Response Group, addresses privacy and security concerns emerging from the shift from CCTV to biometric technologies for surveillance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
SAPEON launches X330 AI semiconductor for enhanced data centre performance
Surveillance

SAPEON launches X330 AI semiconductor for enhanced data centre performance

SAPEON unveils the X330 AI semiconductor, improving data centre performance and enabling AI NPUs for high-powered edge devices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Nov 2023
Motorola Solutions acquires Rave Mobile Safety
Surveillance

Motorola Solutions acquires Rave Mobile Safety

Motorola Solutions acquires Rave Mobile Safety to enhance mass notification and incident management capabilities in emergencies.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022
Retailers need to embrace AI to better service customers
Surveillance

Retailers need to embrace AI to better service customers

New research has uncovered new ways for retailers to use artificial intelligence in concert with in-store cameras to better service consumer behaviour.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2022

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Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience
Smart Cities

Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience

The Security Exhibition & Conference returns to ICC Sydney from 27-29 August 2025, showcasing advanced security tech and uniting industry professionals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Superloop to Deliver Digital Network for New Bradfield City
Unified Communications

Superloop to Deliver Digital Network for New Bradfield City

Superloop has been appointed to deliver and manage the digital network for Bradfield, a new city in Western Sydney set to house 10,000 homes.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
Thales & Eyedea team up to enhance AI software security
Data Protection

Thales & Eyedea team up to enhance AI software security

Thales has partnered with Eyedea to enhance the security of AI software, leveraging the Thales Sentinel platform for robust protection of intellectual property.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Edinburgh leverages Genetec in Smart City Strategy push
Smart Cities

Edinburgh leverages Genetec in Smart City Strategy push

Edinburgh City Council has adopted Genetec Security Center in its Smart City Strategy to enhance public safety and urban planning, securing vital funding support.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
ADT Security to acquire Alarm Assets & ACG Integration
Firewalls

ADT Security to acquire Alarm Assets & ACG Integration

ADT Security's acquisition of Alarm Assets Group and ACG Integration will boost its market reach and operational capacity, aiming for AUD $125 million in revenue.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Exclusive: Vertel provides businesses with enhanced network solutions
Network Infrastructure

Exclusive: Vertel provides businesses with enhanced network solutions

British businesses and governments are turning to Vertel for critical network services to ensure uninterrupted communication in a fast-paced world.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2022