(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd has demonstrated its dedication to supporting the Armed Forces Community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. The company’s commitment includes recognizing and valuing the contributions of serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has introduced an advanced Exit Warning System designed to enhance safety in inner-city traffic. This system alerts drivers and passengers to approaching road users when exiting the vehicle, particularly benefiting vulnerable road users like cyclists. The system … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Germany, Industrial, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged exit warning system, golf, ID.5., Passat, Tiguan MQB models, Volkswagen, Volkswagen ID.4, Volkswagen ID.7, Volkswagen Tiguan
(IN BRIEF) The Ministry of Defence and Eni, an Italian energy company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Rome to enhance their strategic collaboration on security and risk assessment. The agreement involves sharing expertise and information to bolster … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) José Luis Ferreira Trindade has been named the Eurojust National Member for Portugal, assuming the role starting from November 8, 2023. He succeeds António Cluny, who held the position since 2014. Prior to his appointment as National Member, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Government, Industrial, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety
Tagged António Cluny, appointment, Eurojust, José Luis Ferreira Trindade, leadership, National Member, PORTUGAL
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a Düsseldorf-based tech enterprise, has secured a significant order to provide artillery ammunition in support of Ukraine’s defensive efforts. The contract, valued at approximately €142 million, involves the supply of tens of thousands of 155mm artillery shells, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Ukraine
Tagged artillery ammunition, partnership, Rheinmetall, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) BT Group, in collaboration with the charity AbilityNet, is calling on individuals to participate in “The 12 Scams of Christmas” webinar, a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing online safety during the holiday season. With scammers frequently targeting vulnerable … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Internet & Online, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged 'The 12 Scams of Christmas' Webinar, AbilityNet, BT Group, Festive Season, Lucy Walsh, Online Users, partnership, SECURITY, Victoria Johnson
(IN BRIEF) Thales, the global technology company, has successfully completed the acquisition of Imperva ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone in the company’s cybersecurity expansion plans. The acquisition positions Thales as a worldwide leader in cybersecurity, with a team … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Cybersecurity, Imperva, Jesper Trolle, partnership, Patrice Caine, SECURITY, sustainability, Thales
(IN BRIEF) In a significant milestone, the NH90 Sea Tiger, destined for the German Navy’s shipborne operations, has completed its inaugural flight at Airbus Helicopters’ Donauwörth site in Germany. This achievement marks a crucial step forward as Airbus Helicopters proceeds … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) T-Systems is partnering with Google Cloud to offer Google Distributed Cloud Hosted (GDC Hosted) in Germany, catering to customers with strict data sovereignty needs. GDC Hosted is a disconnected cloud solution, operating on physically isolated servers to ensure … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ARCH Cold Chain Solutions Fund has unveiled its flagship cold storage facility in Nairobi, Kenya, within the Tatu City Special Economic Zone. This state-of-the-art facility, the first of its kind in Africa, offers temperature-controlled storage and distribution for … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged ARCH Cold Chain Solutions, cold storage facility, Edward Claessen, EIB, food waste, Fredd Kambo, Kenya, partnership, Safety Standards, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a major international tech enterprise, has been awarded a significant contract for electric coolant pumps by one of the world’s largest automakers. The contract, valued in the mid-two-digit million-euro range, strengthens Rheinmetall’s position in the emerging Euro … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Judicial and law enforcement agencies from seven countries have joined forces to take action against a criminal network responsible for a series of damaging ransomware attacks worldwide. These attacks have affected over 1,800 victims in 71 countries, primarily … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Cybercrime, cybercriminals, EUROPOL, France, Germany, Global Authorities, Judicial, law enforcement agencies, Netherlands, Norway, partnership, Ransomware Network, Switzerland, UKRAINE, USA, Widespread Attacks Eurojust
(IN BRIEF) Three leading companies in military training, BAE Systems, PLEXSYS, and Red 6, have announced a collaborative effort to revolutionize military training for future forces. They plan to integrate Red 6’s augmented reality headset technology and PLEXSYS’ immersive simulation … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged augmented reality, BAE Systems, Kevin Fesler, military training, partnership, PLEXSYS, Red 6, Ron Wiegand, simulation technology, Sir Stuart Atha, sustainability, transformation
(IN BRIEF) NatWest has introduced a unique board game called ‘All Mod Cons’ with the aim of increasing awareness about modern scams and encouraging family discussions about financial security, especially during the festive season. The game, available for 4-6 players, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG will showcase its latest developments in payment and identification solutions at TRUSTECH 2023. The company will introduce TEGRION SLC26G, a security controller designed for demanding identity and government ID applications. It offers high levels of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Ester Jimenez, Florian Treutinger, government ID, ID Solutions, Infineon, INNOVATION, Payment, SECORA Pay X, SECURITY, TEGRION SLC26G, TRUSTECH 2023
(IN BRIEF) Thales has secured a contract to provide the French Navy with state-of-the-art sensor technology for its upcoming offshore patrol vessels (OPVs). The suite, comprising Bluewatcher sonar, NS50 radar, and an IFF identification system, will enhance the OPVs’ operational … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A study led by the University of Liverpool is urging the implementation of a national database to track drug-related medical incidents at UK music festivals. The lack of standardized reporting processes and data accessibility has made it challenging … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Swedish engineering and consulting company AFRY has made a strategic move to acquire Hungarian nuclear safety consulting firms SOM System Kft. and TTSA Mérnökiroda Kft., collectively known as SOM. The acquisition enhances AFRY’s capabilities in the nuclear sector, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Hungary, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden
Tagged acquisition, AFRY, Hungary SOM System Kft., József Dénes, Miklós Ördögh, nuclear safety, partnership, sustainability, TTSA Mérnökiroda Kft.
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has won the FTSE350 Cyber Reporting category in PwC’s Building Public Trust Awards for the third year in a row. The awards recognize companies and charities that excel in providing transparent and insightful reporting on sustainability and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a business within the Atos Group, has introduced EcoDesignCloud, a cloud-based platform designed to help organizations enhance the sustainability of their product management and development processes. This platform leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms to provide a comprehensive … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, France, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Atos, Benoit Couchon, EcoDesignCloud, Emmanuel Le Roux, Eviden, Product Environmental Impact, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, has joined forces with Thales, a global leader in security and digital identity technologies, at the Dubai Air Show 2023. This partnership aims to redefine the landscape of physical and cyber … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged cybersecurity services, Digital DEWA, Elias Merrawe, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Marwan Bin Haidar, Moro Hub, partnership, Patrice Caine, Thales, UAE
(IN BRIEF) Saab has announced the receipt of a significant defense systems and equipment order from an undisclosed Western government. The order, valued at approximately SEK 4.3 billion, encompasses various systems and equipment offered by Saab’s Dynamics and Surveillance business … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Defense Systems, Micael Johansson, partnership, Saab, Unnamed Western Country
(IN BRIEF) Bosch eBike Systems is enhancing its theft protection and refining navigation features for eBikes with the latest update to the eBike Flow app. The update includes two new functions: the eBike pass and theft report. The digital eBike … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Thales is highlighting the advantages of network virtualization in rapidly deploying secure networks and communications in critical scenarios, whether in military theaters of operations or emergency field hospitals for civilian populations. Off-the-shelf components like routers, encryptors, firewalls, satcom … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, France, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Jean-Claude Schmitt, Nexium SafeCore, Secure Network, Thales, Virtualization Technology
(IN BRIEF) Czech and Ukrainian police, with support from Europol and Eurojust, have dismantled a prolific phishing gang responsible for defrauding victims across Europe of tens of millions of euros. The criminal group, which primarily targeted Czech victims, conducted voice … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Czech Republic, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Ukraine
Tagged Czech Police, Defrauding Victims, Eurojust, Europe, EUROPOL, partnership, Phishing Gang, Ukrainian Police, voice phishing
(IN BRIEF) The Ukrainian government has entered into a contract with Rheinmetall, a German defense company, for the procurement of Leopard 1 systems. The contract includes 25 main battle tanks (Leopard 1A5), five armored recovery vehicles (Bergepanzer 2), and two … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Ukraine
Tagged Leopard 1 Systems, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, Germany, has partnered with Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division to modernize its emergency dispatch operations and analysis for both the fire and police departments. This initiative is part of Hamburg’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Andreas Czerwinski, Emergency Dispatch Operations, Hamburg, Hexagon, HxGN OnCall Solutions, Maximilian Weber, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) welcomes Floene as its newest member, focused on enhancing cyber defenses in Europe’s energy sector. Floene manages Portugal’s largest gas distribution network and boasts modern infrastructure for renewable gas distribution, including … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Netherlands, Portugal, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Anjos Nijk, biomethane, cyber defenses, Cybersecurity, ENCS, ENERGY, Floene, gas distribution network, gas infrastructure, hydrogen, PORTUGAL, renewable gases, The European Network for Cyber Security, Wagner Castro
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz has reached a significant safety milestone with over 10 million of its passenger cars worldwide equipped with Active Brake Assist, which includes pedestrian detection. This system helps reduce the risk of collisions with vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Germany, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Active Brake Assist, autonomous partial braking, BAS, BAS PLUS Brake Assist, Brake Assist System, DISTRONIC PLUS, driving assistance system, E-Class, Mercedes-Benz, passenger cars, pedestrian detection, pedestrian emergency braking system, PRE-SAFE® Brake, real-life safety
(IN BRIEF) On November 11th, the Ymir-1 satellite, equipped with technology from Saab, was successfully launched aboard SpaceX Falcon 9, ushering in a transformative era in maritime communication. Ymir-1 serves as a test satellite and a crucial component in the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Cameroonian “Agence des Normes et de la Qualité” (ANOR) has designated TÜV Rheinland as a Conformity Assessment Body under the Pre-Shipment Evaluation of Conformity (PECAE) program. TÜV Rheinland is now authorized to conduct conformity verification, inspection, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Barclays has sounded an alarm ahead of this year’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, citing a 22% increase in money lost to purchase scams during the same period last year. Purchase scams, which involve buying products that … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Defence, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Barclays, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Dr Peter Brooks, Purchase Scams Surge, warning
(IN BRIEF) Saab is participating in Defense & Security 2023, a prominent defense exhibition held at the IMPACT Exhibition Center in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 6 to 9. Visitors can explore Saab’s range of state-of-the-art defense solutions at stand P17. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Defense, Defense & Security 2023, defense exhibition, Fredrik Lindblom, Saab, THAILAND
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured a contract from the German government to supply Ukraine with 100,000 rounds of 120mm mortar ammunition as part of a €400 million military aid package. The order, valued in the lower-three-digit million-euro range, will be … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Veridos Matsoukis, a secure identity document printer, have agreed on a €10.5 million 10-year loan to expand Greece’s capacity to produce secure passports, identity cards, and official documents. This investment project, totaling … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, European Union, Financial, Government, Greece, Security & Safety
Tagged Dimitris Matsoukis, EIB, EIB financing, European Investment Bank, European security, Greece, identity cards, Marc-Julian Siewert, official documents, passports, secure ID documents, secure identity documents, SESI initiative, Veridos Matsoukis, Werner Hoyer
(IN BRIEF) REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais has received recognition from the Portuguese Corporate Ethics Association (APEE) for its unique fire prevention project in Serra da Cabreira, employing Garrano horses. The project, acknowledged with both the AGIR Award and an … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Accenture, a global technology and consulting firm, has acquired Innotec Security, a prominent cybersecurity-as-a-service company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. This acquisition enhances Accenture’s cybersecurity capabilities and presence in Spain. Innotec Security, previously owned by Entelgy Group, brings 500 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Ireland, Management, Marketing, News, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology
Tagged Accenture, acquisition, Agustín Muñoz-Grandes, Cybersecurity, Entelgy Group, Félix Muñoz, Innotec Security, Paolo Dal Cin, partnership, Spain, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Aviva is warning the public to exercise caution during Bonfire Night celebrations after a significant increase in claims for fire-related damage in November. The insurer’s data shows a 300%i rise in claims compared to October of last year. … Read the full press release
Posted in Insurance, Security & Safety, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Aviva, Bonfire Night, fire damage, Guy Fawkes Day, Guy Fawkes Night, Hazel Johnson, insurance, insurance claims
(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has announced that Scott Poretsky, its Director of Security for North America, has been elected to co-chair the O-RAN ALLIANCE’s Security Work Group (WG11). This appointment marks Ericsson’s third co-chair position within the O-RAN ALLIANCE, highlighting the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged appointment, Ericsson, John Power, Kurt Essigmann, leadership, O-RAN ALLIANCE, Open RAN, Scott Poretsky, Security Work Group
(IN BRIEF) European Union (EU) judicial authorities are strengthening their efforts to combat terrorism by enhancing information sharing with Eurojust. An amendment to the Eurojust Regulation allows EU Member States to share a broader range of information on ongoing and … Read the full press release
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