Category Archives: Security & Safety

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Bilfinger Achieves ISO 19443 Certification Strengthening Quality and Safety Standards Across Its Nuclear Business

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger has obtained ISO 19443 certification for its Business Line Nuclear, confirming that the company meets the rigorous quality and safety requirements expected within the nuclear supply chain. The certification was granted following a detailed audit by TÜV … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Research Project Invites Women Football Fans to Share Experiences to Improve Stadium Safety

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University is collaborating with Northumbria University and the Football Supporters’ Association on the Safer Stadiums research initiative, which aims to improve safety and inclusivity for women attending men’s football matches. The project invites women fans to share … Read the full press release

BBVA Broker Ranked Among Spain’s Leading Investment Platforms Following Independent Market Analysis

(IN BRIEF) BBVA Broker has been recognised in Spain in the first edition of the Estrategias de Inversión Awards, receiving top honours for platform security and customer service. The awards evaluated nearly thirty brokerage platforms using an independent methodology that … Read the full press release

Hexagon Research Finds Public Confidence in Robotics Grows with Real World Exposure and Clear Practical Uses

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s global Robot Generation study highlights significant differences in how people around the world perceive robotics, with anxiety levels strongly linked to how frequently individuals encounter robots in daily life. The survey of 18,000 participants across nine countries … Read the full press release

Eviden Becomes Launch Partner for AWS European Sovereign Cloud with External Key Management Security Solution

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, the cybersecurity and digital technology brand of the Atos Group, has become a launch partner for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, a new cloud infrastructure designed specifically for organizations operating under European regulatory frameworks. Eviden is contributing … Read the full press release

De Nederlandsche Bank outlines Payment Strategy 2026–2028 to strengthen resilience and expand digital payment options

(IN BRIEF) De Nederlandsche Bank has published its Payment Strategy for 2026–2028, outlining plans to strengthen resilience, broaden payment options, and encourage innovation within the payment system. The strategy aims to reduce dependence on a small number of providers and … Read the full press release

Thales Partners with Cielo to Pilot Remote eSIM Connectivity Management for POS Terminals Across Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Thales is working with Brazilian payment service provider Cielo to pilot remote connectivity management for point-of-sale terminals using an eSIM platform based on the GSMA SGP.32 IoT standard. The initiative allows Cielo to remotely manage connectivity and switch … Read the full press release

New Industrial 5G Cybersecurity Solution from Siemens and Palo Alto Networks Strengthens Protection for Smart Factories

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Palo Alto Networks have introduced a verified cybersecurity solution for industrial private 5G networks, unveiled at Mobile World Congress 2026. The system integrates Siemens’ private 5G infrastructure with Palo Alto Networks’ AI-driven Next-Generation Firewall technology to … Read the full press release

Scania Navigates Challenging Global Market Conditions While Strengthening Orders and Sustainability Performance in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Scania reported resilient financial and sustainability performance for 2025 despite a challenging global environment characterized by geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility and currency headwinds. The company recorded sales revenue of SEK 198.5 billion for the year, an 8 percent … Read the full press release

Europe’s Strategic Autonomy Drive Is Giving Rise to a New Defense-Tech Vanguard

Europe’s push for strategic autonomy is accelerating defense-tech innovation across the continent Emerging AI, robotics and autonomous systems firms are entering mainstream procurement frameworks Software-defined warfare and secure digital ecosystems are reshaping military capability Cross-border partnerships and NATO-aligned integration are … Read the full press release

EYEONIX Expands U.S. and European Security Footprint Through Samsung and Defense Partnerships

COMMAND platform presented by Samsung to U.S. federal stakeholders EYEONIX expands collaboration with Samsung in secure mobility New R&D Center launched in Greece DHS-supported deployment to Hellenic Police Strategic space and defense partnership with Terran Orbital (NEWS) ATHENS, 3-Mar-2026 — … Read the full press release

Zapia Accelerates Development of User Controlled Autonomous AI Assistant with New Investment

(IN BRIEF) Zapia has secured new funding, bringing total capital raised to $19.3 million, with Prosus Ventures making its second investment in the company. The funds will accelerate the launch of Zapia Max, an AI assistant capable of autonomously executing … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Develops AI Supported Virtual Learning Environment to Enhance Bundeswehr Training and Teaching Quality

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers have studied how artificial intelligence can be integrated into the Bundeswehr’s planned virtual learning environment to improve training and teaching quality. The project evaluated several AI functions, including a secure chatbot, a competence assessment tool called … Read the full press release

ASSA ABLOY Acquires US Retail Security Specialist Sennco Solutions to Expand Global Retail Offering

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sennco Solutions, a US provider of asset protection and retail security solutions focused on the health and beauty segment. Based in Plainfield, Illinois, Sennco generates approximately USD 33 million in annual sales and employs … Read the full press release

WTC Appoints Dr. Florian Herzog as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Advanced Software Engineering, Digital Systems, and Research‑Driven Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based global innovation diplomacy platform, has appointed Dr. Florian Herzog to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. A specialist in artificial intelligence, advanced software engineering, applied mathematics, and digital infrastructure, Dr. Herzog … Read the full press release

Samsung Electronics America selected EYEONIX’s COMMAND for Presentation in the United States

(IN BRIEF) Samsung Electronics America featured EYEONIX Global Inc., the U.S. affiliate of Greece-based EYEONIX S.A., during its U.S. Unpack Day at the Samsung Connected Experience Center in Washington, D.C., where the companies presented the COMMAND platform to selected U.S. … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €60 Million Loan to Prosegur to Support Cybersecurity and Digital Innovation Investments

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has granted a €60 million loan to Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad to support research, development and digital innovation initiatives focused on advanced security technologies. The funding will support investments in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, integrated … Read the full press release

Thales Advances Quantum Ready 5G Security with Remote Post Quantum Cryptography Upgrade Technology

(IN BRIEF) Thales has demonstrated a new quantum-safe security capability that allows existing 5G SIM and eSIM cards to be remotely upgraded with post-quantum cryptographic protection. The breakthrough shows that telecom operators can enhance network security without replacing devices or … Read the full press release

Telefónica Reorganizes Movistar Centre to Create Central Barcelona Showroom for Leading Technology Brands

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica is expanding and reorganizing the Movistar Centre store at Plaça Catalunya in Barcelona to create a larger technology showroom aligned with Mobile World Congress. The redesigned space will feature dedicated areas for leading manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, … Read the full press release

Telefónica Strengthens Corporate Cybersecurity with Mobile Network Security Protection Across Millions of Devices

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Empresas’ Mobile Network Security service now protects more than two million corporate mobile lines and blocked nearly 926 million cyberattacks in 2025. Developed with Akamai Technologies and Telefónica Tech, the network-based service automatically prevents malware, phishing, and … Read the full press release