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Nokia report shows surge in mobile device infections in 2016
According to the report, smartphone infections nearly doubled between January and July compared to the latter half of 2015, with smartphones accounting for 78 per cent of all mobile network infections.
September 2, 2016 0 comment
NYU researchers design microchip that checks for sabotage
With the outsourcing of microchip design and fabrication worldwide, bad actors along the supply chain have many opportunities to install malicious circuitry in chips. Researchers from NYU are finding a way to detect this.
August 24, 2016 0 comment
World first: China’s ‘unhackable’ communications system
China has launched what it says is the world’s first quantum satellite from the Gobi Desert on Tuesday. If successful, it will allow for global hack-proof communications.
August 16, 2016 0 comment
Integrated open platform security solution
Panasonic Australia has announced the availability of an enterprise-class video management security solution, with the launch of Video Insight Video Management Software (VMS).
July 13, 2016 0 comment
Insight into innovation – a blueprint for the future intro
Attendees of the recently-held 2016 PROFIBUS and PROFINET Global Forum and the Automation Innovation Summit were inspired by an international roster of experts, learned about the role of Industrial Networks and innovation in their organisations
July 5, 2016 0 comment
Will conductive inks help electronics go truly wearable?
Recent announcements from Google’s Project Jacquard, in collaboration with Levis, shows that the technology and fashion industries are starting to make real progress through collaboration.
June 29, 2016 0 comment
New solution for measuring security
Tenable Network Security has announced a solution to help organisations measure security program effectiveness to gain board-level buy-in and optimise defences to improve overall security.
June 14, 2016 0 comment
Alarm management for safer, smoother operations
Every year, poor alarm management results in the loss of billions of dollars due to accidents, equipment damage, unplanned plant or unit outages and costs related to environmental and safety infractions.
May 17, 2016 0 comment
Enhancing security for the Industrial Internet of Things
Cisco and Rockwell Automation have collaborated to develop a deep-packet-inspection (DPI) technology for use in industrial security appliances.
May 12, 2016 0 comment
Leak detection for pipe joining systems
When it comes to testing for inadvertently unpressed connections for water and compressed air systems, Viega’s Smart Connect-Feature has been designed to provide a failsafe solution. To date, Viega is the first and only manufacturer to incorporate the safety feature on multiple pipe joining systems – both copper and stainless steel. All Viega press fittings … Continue reading Leak detection for pipe joining systems
April 21, 2016 0 comment
Heavy duty linear actuator
The Thomson Electrak HD actuator, now available from Treotham Automation, is described as the next generation heavy duty linear actuator. Said to provide the best on-board controls currently available in electric linear actuators, eliminating the need for standalone controls, the actuator offers advanced performance and superior environmental protection. The higher power and longer stroke lengths … Continue reading Heavy duty linear actuator
April 18, 2016 0 comment
Simplifying deployment and lead times for safety instrumented systems
Rockwell Automation has introduced its new OptiSIS solution, giving industrial operators a pre-engineered safety instrumented system that can help ease deployment and reduce lead times for small and midsized process applications. The OptiSIS solution is ideal for oil and gas, chemical, and petrochemical producers with aging process-safety systems that are either noncompliant or can no … Continue reading Simplifying deployment and lead times for safety instrumented systems
April 12, 2016 0 comment
Why secure DNS is critical for business
Just like cables, switches and routers, the Domain Name System (DNS) is a critical component in business data networks. Every organisation needs a functioning DNS to allow proper routing of traffic and to maintain everything from email systems to public-facing websites.
March 21, 2016 0 comment
Backplane Systems Technology Releases Fanless Surveillance System
Backplane Systems Technology has announced the Nuvo-3616VR, a surveillance platform that integrates 16 PoE+ ports, an i7 CPU and RAID in a compact, fanless chassis.
February 2, 2016 0 comment
Schneider Electric launches new security infrastructure
Schneider Electric has announced the launch of SecureStruxure, a fully integrated security management offer, comprising of software and hardware technology.
January 27, 2016 0 comment
Emerson integrates biometrics with operations management software
By integrating Emerson’s Syncade Smart Operations Management Suite with Xyntek’s Biometrics Solution, users can simplify authentication, ensure the identity of the signer and the integrity of documents, and minimize the risk of credential theft.
January 19, 2016 0 comment
Top Security Threats for 2016
At the beginning of last year, Check Point’s top predicted security threats for 2015 included the rapid growth of unknown malware and the exploit of vulnerabilities in platforms such as Android and iOS.
December 3, 2015 0 comment
Cisco extends security protection for the Cloud
Cisco has announced it is advancing its Security Everywhere strategy deeper into the cloud, network, and endpoints with new security products and features, and a threat awareness service as organizations execute on their digital transformation.
November 4, 2015 0 comment
True colour sensor for packaging & labelling
The Wenglor True Colour Sensor OFP401P0189 can detect extremely fine colour shades quicker and more accurately than the human eye.
October 14, 2015 0 comment
New IoT identity manager
LogMeIn has unveiled Xively Identity Manager, which is designed to be a new approach to tackling the unique and complex challenges of identity and access management (IAM) of Internet of Things (IoT) users and products.
October 8, 2015 0 comment