InstaSafe launches free assessment tool to analyse enterprise security readiness

InstaSafe has announced the launch of its free consultative Zero Trust Security Assessment tool designed to determine the security readiness of modern enterprise security setups, and make recommendations for implementing a Zero Trust model. The...

TTD plans to adopt Israeli technology for foolproof security

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is planning to further strengthen security on Tirumala hills by adopting advanced technology. Apart from adopting the Israeli technology for foolproof security, the TTD is also contemplating setting up...

Chinese city uses facial recognition tech to fight coronavirus

Facial recognition tech linked to personal health codes has been rolled out in a Chinese city bordering Myanmar as authorities seek to squash a coronavirus outbreak. China is one of the world's most surveilled...

Thales successfully tests new 100Km range security drone

Thales has successfully completed the first flight of a half-scale prototype of its UAS 100 long-range unmanned air system. Developed in partnership with Issoire Aviation and Hionos, and with the support of the French...

Cochin International Airport prepares SOP to monitor drones near airport

The increased use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or drones within the vicinity of the Cochin International Airport Ltd (Cial) has become a safety threat for aircraft landing and taking off from the airport....

Singapore sees spikes in ransomware, botnet attacks

The number of reported cybercrime cases accounted for almost half of total crimes in Singapore last year, where both ransomware and botnet attacks saw significant spikes. The city-state is anticipating intensifying threats from ransomware...

Industry hails MoCA’s updated release of Draft Drone Rules, 2021: Top 25 Takeaways

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has released the updated – The Drone Rules, 2021 for public consultation. With this the UAS Rules 2021 released in March stand repealed. Built on a premise of trust,...

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario statement on the expansion of closed-circuit television systems...

Patricia Kosseim, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, issued the following statement in response to the Ontario government's announcement of a $2 million investment to expand the coverage of closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems across...

IPSA announces the appointment of an Alliance Ambassador for India

The International Professional Security Association is determined to support and be available for all the front-line members. With the launch of its new app and the free membership offer, IPSA is now taking a...

Russia imposes biometric, drug screening for foreigners

Foreigners arriving in Russia for periods longer than three months will have to submit their fingerprints and other biometric data under a new law that President Vladimir Putin has signed. Migrant workers will be...