Three safety action tips to make stadium operations bulletproof
With around 50,000 fans expected to attend the Europa League Final this Wednesday, safety is under the microscope like never before. While the clash between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur promises fireworks on the pitch, experts are warning of hidden dangers in the stands. Here, Health and Safety Expert Josh McNicholas from Evalu-8 EHS shares the biggest […]
SMART ID CARDS MONTH: Your guide to procuring the best solutions
Organisations in both public and private sectors are upgrading legacy systems in favour of advanced smart ID card solutions that support contactless authentication, biometric features, and integration with access control platforms. For security leaders attending the Total Security Summit, choosing the right smart ID card system requires careful consideration of technology, infrastructure compatibility, and supplier […]
Your bespoke day at the Total Security Summit
The Total Security Summit is designed for senior professionals who are directly responsible for their organisation’s security requirements, allowing them to meet with those who provide the latest and most innovative products and services within the sector. Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st October Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow Your complimentary invitation includes: Register here >> […]
June 2025 is Surveillance & Monitoring Month on Security Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in June we’ll be focussing on Surveillance & Monitoring. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Surveillance […]
5 Minutes With… Phil Pate, VP & General Manager EMEA, AlertMedia
In the latest instalment of our security industry executive interview series we spoke to Phil Pate, VP & General Manager EMEA at AlertMedia, about the past year in a sector defined by complexity, the challenges being presented by the weather, cyber and geopolitical incidents, the need to ensure employee safety and how AI can be […]
SMART ID CARDS MONTH: How Smart ID Cards are becoming multi-function security tools
Smart ID cards have been undergoing a transformation from simple access control tools to versatile, multi-functional security assets. As organisations across sectors—from government facilities and universities to corporate campuses and healthcare trusts—demand more from their physical security infrastructure, smart ID cards are rising to the challenge by offering enhanced utility, deeper integration, and greater operational efficiency… […]
SALUS Protect targets accessible home security with e-commerce launch
SALUS Protect has announced a dual model for its range of smart security and intruder alert systems by launching a new e-commerce platform, offering direct sales to end users. This strategic move allows customers to purchase advanced home security solutions directly online, enhancing convenience and control over whether they want to install the system themselves […]
UK becoming a hub for AI cybersecurity
Analysis of research results from the Government’s AI and Software cybersecurity market analysis report indicate that 48% of AI cybersecurity providers are headquartered in the United Kingdom, followed by the United States (38%), Ireland (6%), Israel (3%), Romania (2%), India (2%) and France (2%). The research by OnSecurity reveals that among software security providers, the United Kingdom continues to see […]
FACIAL RECOGNITION MONTH: A procurement guide for UK security leaders
As facial recognition systems become more advanced and widely adopted, security leaders face a critical decision: how to choose the right vendor. From corporate offices and education campuses to transport hubs and government facilities, facial recognition is now central to access control, surveillance, and threat detection. But not all solutions are created equal. With growing regulatory scrutiny, […]
FACIAL RECOGNITION MONTH: Emerging use cases in public and corporate security
Facial recognition technology has become a vital part of the UK’s security infrastructure – evolving far beyond its traditional role in access control. While facial recognition was once primarily used for secure entry systems, it is now driving innovation across a broader range of security applications, from surveillance analytics and visitor management to attendance tracking and real-time threat detection. For public institutions […]
