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Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again

The award underlines Gallagher Security's 15% annual R&D spend and growing US push, as customers gain simpler upgrades and support.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Gallagher reshapes Americas sales team with three moves
Partner Programmes

Gallagher reshapes Americas sales team with three moves

The security supplier is building out regional coverage as it targets more than 30 per cent growth across the Americas this financial year.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo
Digital Transformation

Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo

Australia's security buyers are turning to tools that link visitor processing with access control, and Gallagher drew strong interest in Sydney.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Check Point expands OpenAI Daybreak use in security
Network Security

Check Point expands OpenAI Daybreak use in security

The integration aims to help customers separate real attack paths from false alarms, speeding remediation across several security workflows.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
KnowBe4 appoints Channel Chief to drive partner strategy
Software-as-a-Service

KnowBe4 appoints Channel Chief to drive partner strategy

The cybersecurity vendor is widening its partner push as channel routes to market become central to global growth and customer reach.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security
IoT Security

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security

Security teams at large sites may need fewer sensors as the new unit covers 40,000 square metres and detects people up to 140 metres away.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Women in cyber security gap prompts diversity push
Cloud Security

Women in cyber security gap prompts diversity push

A widening talent shortage and AI-driven threats are forcing security firms to treat more women in the field as a business priority.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 6 min read • This month
Singapore safety show launches smart cities initiative
Smart Cities

Singapore safety show launches smart cities initiative

The programme targets buyers seeking integrated urban systems as Asia's cities race to link safety, data and emergency response.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Genetec tops global video management software rankings
Hybrid Cloud

Genetec tops global video management software rankings

Growing demand for cloud, on-premises and hybrid security systems helped Genetec widen its lead in video management software, analysts said.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Netcraft appoints Darren Lee to board for growth push
Cloud Security

Netcraft appoints Darren Lee to board for growth push

The cybersecurity company is seeking board-level expertise as it expands brand protection services amid rising AI-driven phishing and fraud risks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
CREST launches AI testing standard for cyber firms
Application Security

CREST launches AI testing standard for cyber firms

Buyers of AI tools now have a benchmark to judge testing providers, as CREST's new standard targets gaps in assurance and due diligence.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Gallagher to unveil new security tools at GSX 2026
Digital Transformation

Gallagher to unveil new security tools at GSX 2026

Customers in Atlanta will see Gallagher's push to tie access control, perimeter security and visitor management into one platform.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Gallagher returns to Queensland with security forum
Partner Programmes

Gallagher returns to Queensland with security forum

The Brisbane event will give installers and customers direct access to Gallagher's executives and specialists on integration, critical assets and support.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Ava Risk Group names Bryant Henson as Chief Executive
Space

Ava Risk Group names Bryant Henson as Chief Executive

The security technology company is betting on aerospace and defence experience to expand in North America and win critical infrastructure contracts.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Gallagher forum brings WA security professionals together
Security Operations Centres

Gallagher forum brings WA security professionals together

More than 70 security professionals met in Perth to discuss industry challenges, technology developments and integrated security solutions.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026
Primion partners Iveda to expand AI video analytics
Software-as-a-Service

Primion partners Iveda to expand AI video analytics

European security customers will be able to add AI video analysis to existing cameras, cutting disruption and helping link access logs with footage.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2026
Hack The Box names new Chief Technology Officer & CMO
Digital Transformation

Hack The Box names new Chief Technology Officer & CMO

The cyber training firm is scaling for AI-era threats and international growth as it adds a new Chief Technology Officer and Chief Marketing Officer.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026

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PMT Security opens Auckland office as NZ push grows
Biometrics

PMT Security opens Auckland office as NZ push grows

The Australian security integrator is deepening its New Zealand push with local hiring after securing a major national retailer rollout and other work.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month