The Future Workplace – Making it seamless and secure
After many months of changing lockdown rules where companies have had to implement remote and hybrid working policies accordingly, businesses are looking to the future beyond COVID-19 as workforces return to their offices. But what will the future workplace look like? According to new research, businesses have found that their employees prefer a mixture of […]
Exotic programming languages making malware increasingly tough to spot
For defenders to maintain a competitive advantage over attackers, it’s important to recognize emerging trends by threat actors. One such trend BlackBerry has observed in 2021 is the practice by malware authors of leveraging new and uncommon programming languages to evade detection and hinder analysis. Malware authors have a reputation for being slow to change […]
Latest 2021 security solution buying trends revealed
Business Continuity, Risk Assessment & Crisis Communications top the list of solutions the UK’s leading Security professionals are sourcing in 2021. The findings have been revealed by the Total Security Summit and are based on delegate requirements this year’s recent and upcoming events. Delegates registering to attend are asked which areas they needed to invest […]
UK ban on knives, firearms and offensive weapons comes into force
Cyclone knives, spiral knives and ‘rapid-fire’ rifles are among those covered by the ban, all of which have been associated with serious violence in communities across the country. A new legal definition of flick knives, banned since 1959, also takes effect, resulting in more of these bladed weapons being outlawed. All weapons banned in public […]
UK holds Chinese state responsible for ‘pervasive pattern of hacking’
The UK is joining what it calls likeminded partners to confirm that Chinese state-backed actors were responsible for gaining access to computer networks around the world via Microsoft Exchange servers. The attacks took place in early 2021, affecting over a quarter of a million servers worldwide. The government says the attack was highly likely to […]
BSIA hosts National Shred Day this October
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced it will be hosting its inaugural National Shred Day on behalf of its Information Destruction members, in partnership with independent national charity Crimestoppers. National Shred Day, which will be held at multiple locations across the United Kingdom on Saturday 2 October, is an opportunity for small businesses […]
REGISTRATION OPEN: Total Security Summit – Winter 2021
You’re invited to the second Total Security Summit of 2021: a day and a half of business meetings with suppliers, seminars and networking. The event will be a great opportunity to discuss your upcoming projects, learn from industry speakers and talk all things security over meals & refreshments. You’ll also have overnight accommodation booked for you. Date: 12th & […]
Do you specialise in Biometric Security? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in August we’ll be focussing on Biometric solutions. 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 Biometric solutions […]
British Security Awards winners revealed
The British Security Awards, presented by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), has recognised security officers and companies working to keep people, property and places safe during the last 18 months. Held online for a second year due to continued COVID-19 restrictions, the show also featured the Chairman’s Award, dedicated to Skills for Security Chairman […]
Physical security market to grow 6.5% by 2027
The Global Physical Security Market size was estimated at $78.23 billion in 2020 and expected to reach $83.87 billion this year, followed by a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.54% from 2020 to 2026 to reach $121.01 billion. A new report published by ResearchandMarkets, analyses the competitive landscape in terms of markets, applications and […]
