COVID-19 to push physical security market value beyond $150bn
The global physical security market generated $78 billion in 2016, and is expected to generate $153 billion by 2023, registering a CAGR of 10.3% over the period. That’s according to the latest report from Allied Market Research, which says COVID-19, an increase in terrorism activities, surge in awareness regarding personal security, and technological advancements are driving the […]
Todd research secures x-ray contract with UK government agency
Todd Research has been awarded a long-term contract to supply over 200 of its TR15 Smart Scan Cabinet X Ray Scanners for a UK government agency. Under the terms of the contract, Todd Research will supply, commission, maintain and support new and existing equipment across a multi worldwide estate, delivering hardware, service and training support which will […]
Phishing attacks ‘soar 220% during COVID-19 peak’
COVID-19 continues to significantly embolden cybercriminals’ phishing and fraud efforts, with incidents rising 220% during the height of the global pandemic compared to the yearly average. That’s according to new research from F5 Labs based on data from its Security Operations Center (SOC), which says the number of phishing incidents in 2020 is now set to increase 15% […]
Do you specialise in Security Drones? 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 December we’ll be focussing on Drones 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 Drones and […]
Reconnect, learn and engage at the Total Security Summit
You can now register for your complimentary guest pass to the virtual Total Security Summit – it takes place as a virtual event on March 22nd & 23rd 2021! Date: 22nd & 23rd March 2021Time: 09:00 – 13:05Location: Virtual The Summit allows senior security professionals to share forward-thinking ideas, meet new partners and discover new ways to underpin […]
BSIA survey highlights public perceptions of security personnel
The current public perception of security officers seen as playing an ‘essential role’ in the United Kingdom, both prior and during the COVID-19 pandemic, is ranked only ‘slightly ahead of traffic wardens’, according to a survey conducted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). Perceptions of the security officer, carried out by YouGov with support […]
Revealed: Which Area in the UK Has the Most CCTV?
Flogas, have come up with the Escapists’ Paradise* — a list of the most private cities in the UK. After reviewing 60 UK cities, the LPG suppliers rated each on the number of CCTV cameras which are publicly owned in each area, the population of each area, where the terms ‘secluded’ and ‘hidden’ are most frequently used on TripAdvisor, […]
WEBINAR REWIND: MOVING BEYOND CCTV FOR VIDEO SECURITY
Didn’t catch the recent Verkada webinar introducing Hybrid Cloud Security? Don’t worry – You can now rewatch the entire session online! Organisations are quickly moving to the cloud to enable remote access, support greater video monitoring scale, and improve usability of video surveillance systems away from the traditional CCTV models. In this webinar, the Verkada […]
Join us virtually at the Total Security Summit in March!
Register for your complimentary guest pass for the virtual Total Security Summit today! 22nd & 23rd March 2021 The Summit allows senior security professionals to share forward-thinking ideas, meet new partners and discover new ways to underpin their strategies. Your bespoke place is entirely free and includes benefits such as; Prepare for every eventuality – We can build you a bespoke 1-2-1 […]
It’s Back to Basics During Cybersecurity Awareness Month
By Jonathan Couch, SVP of Strategy at ThreatQuotient This month marks the 17th year of Cyber Security Awareness Month, which focuses on helping provide individuals with resources they need to stay safer and more secure online. The COVID crisis brings added cybersecurity challenges, particularly on the “home front,” but also more opportunities for those of us who are security professionals to help […]