UK start-up reveals ‘secret’ to solving identity fraud crisis…
ShowUp, a new British start-up which claims to be taking an ‘entirely independent approach’ to online digital identification, has created a solution to combat the rising issue whereby individuals can take a selfie with the company’s newly-created app. By taking a selfie via the ShowUp app, a friend or family member proves the image of […]
Attending the Total Security Summit? Here are our top tips for security industry networking!
If you’re coming to the next Total Security Summit (or if you’ve been to one before) you’ll know just how many opportunities there are to network with your industry peers. The networking areas are where, as security suppliers or buyers, you can follow up on conversations you’ve had during the one-to-one meetings that form the […]
Total Security Summit: The essential event for security professionals
The security industry is in the midst of a paradigm shift where technology has started to pave the way for the future. With the large, ever-expanding pool of security devices and systems now available on the market comes a number of challenges. Alongside the increased threat of terrorism, cyberattacks and more, now more than ever, […]
Guest Blog – Dr. Alex Vovk, Ph.D: 3 ways to improve hospitality data security…
The hospitality industry is a magnet for cyber criminals. Hotel chains have global networks, large workforces, as well as complex and often decentralised IT infrastructures. On top of all this, they regularly store and process high volumes of personal and financial data. This data can include customer credit card details, names, driving license numbers, addresses, […]
The Total Security Summit is the only security event you need to attend this year…
Security Event/Security Conference 2016 The Total Security Summit (TSS) will take place October 17 & 18, 2016 – offering a unique platform for industry professionals and trusted solution providers. To be held at the Whittlebury Hall Hotel & Spa in Northamptonshire. The security event of the year is fundamentally different from security conferences or expos […]
Forum Insight: Business-proof your company and personal social media…
Of course, garnering a substantial social media following is important to all industry professionals and companies as a whole; however, a select few are still not implementing the basics to optimising their social presence. More than likely, your profiles will be the first thing new users look at to find out more information, and often dictate how your business, and you as an […]
New cyber security centre will have an ‘open door’ policy to advise UK businesses…
Based in London’s Victoria, the opening of the new National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will aim to protect the country from potential hackers after it was recently revealed that the government records an approximate 200 ‘national security-level cyber incidents’ a month. Overseeing 700 staff members, the centre is headed by the former director general for cyber at the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), Ciaran Martin, and the current […]
Experience the Alcumus ISO 27001 starter pack…
Are you looking to secure your data and protect your corporate assets with certification to ISO 27001, the information security management system standard? Then why not look at our ISO 27001 starter pack which contains valuable resources to help you successfully negotiate the route to certification. Implementing a management system standard such as ISO 27001 […]
Securitas UK introduces ‘flexible’ on-site fire training service…
Securitas UK has announced the launch of a flexible training programme designed to help organisations of all sizes to protect themselves from the risk of fire. Already taken up by a number of Securitas customers, courses are tailored to the customer and delivered by experienced, professional trainers on the customer’s premises. The Securitas Fire & […]
Crime law firm urges organisations ramp up fraud protection strategies…
The founder of award-winning crime law firm, Rahman Ravelli, has branded the recent high-profile arrests of nine individuals – including two police officers – as ‘embarrassing’ for the police force as it demonstrates that internal fraud can happen almost anywhere. As it’s revealed that all nine have been released on bail until this coming January, […]