Uber testing on-trip 24×7 security helpline in India to boost safety

Ride hailing major Uber is piloting a 24x7 on-trip helpline to boost the safety of its passengers, company sources said. This allows a passenger...

TSA says biometric identification won’t be mandatory

The Transportation Security Administration has said that it has no plans to make biometric identity-verification mandatory, although the agency continues to study and pilot...

CP PLUS introduces Health Monitoring System (HMS)

CP PLUS recently launched an integrated platform for device monitoring - Health Monitoring System (HMS). The HMS will bolster device efficiency, performance and improve...

G4S combines security and healthcare to restore war-torn regions

In Iraq, G4S works alongside the United Nations (UN) to identify and remove explosive remnants of war left behind from years of conflict. Successful...

Tech Mahindra, IIT-K join hands on cyber security

With an aim to introduce innovative cyber security solutions and enhance digital resilience of critical national infrastructure, software major Tech Mahindra has announced a...

Victoria launches review into private security

The Victorian government has announced an $800,000 probe into the state's private security industry to crack down on criminal behaviour. The review of the...

Hikvision showcases latest security and surveillance solutions at SITA ITeS Conclave 2019

Hikvision has recently participated in SITA ITeS Conclave 2019 to showcase its latest security and surveillance solutions with its esteemed partner SMB System Integrators....

Millions of surveillance cameras could become AI security guards, ACLU warns

New technology can improve our lives, but it can also come with unforeseen pitfalls. Cameras are now smaller, better and smarter than ever before,...

UK government launches consultation on building and fire safety reforms

The Ministry of Housing, Communities, in UK recently launched a consultation on building and fire safety regulations. The consultation ‘Building a Safer Future: Proposals...

Gujarat PIL: Make fire insurance mandatory

The Gujarat High Court has sought a reply from the urban development department, municipal and police commissioners of Surat, and Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company...