Access & Identity

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Access & Identity category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who use and/or install access control and identity management systems. It covers both technology and business trends that impact the access control and identity management industry.
With the acquisition of SessionGuardian, SecureAuth's new biometric continuous identity assurance technology will help protect unauthorized access to sensitive information - not just at login authentication but also for the duration of a user's session by blocking unauthorized visibility from shoulder surfers, captured photos, screengrabs, or downloads.
Biometrics

SecureAuth acquires SessionGuardian for biometric continuous identity assurance

Dec. 13, 2024
SecureAuth will use SessionGuardian's technology to augment its identity and access management portfolio by securing and protecting sensitive data for a user's entire session....
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Access & Identity

AI and Access Control, Perfect Together?

Dec. 9, 2024
Rob Rowe, the head of the HID AI Lab, shares his valuable insights and cautious perspectives as the security industry continues to harness AI's potential
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The CRA is the first European regulation to uphold legislation horizontally across the entire market of products with digital elements (PDEs) – securing products, components, and subcomponents in the whole supply chain instead of simply the final usage stage.
Information Security

What Does CRA Compliance Look Like in the Smart Physical Security Industry?

Dec. 9, 2024
With the implementation period commenced, OEMs in the smart physical security industry must take immediate, proactive action to ensure compliance.
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Today’s credential screening technology in 25 major U.S. airports and hundreds more by the end of 2025 will move travelers faster and safer through verification employing mobile phones.
Access & Identity

TSA Speeds Millions Through Airports Using Identity Verification Technology

Dec. 9, 2024
As the TSA-designed ID, the Real ID Driver’s License will provide many additional benefits to Americans.
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AI is a broad topic and requires a longer than usual column to cover the important aspects of effectively utilizing emerging AI-enabled physical security devices and system capabilities.
Artificial Intelligence

Strategies in Preparing for Advanced AI

AI is advancing rapidly, creating both opportunities and challenges. How can Physical Security leverage AI effectively?Q: Our senior executives are highly interested in AI...
Allegion announces support for mobile credentials on Wear OS by Google Smartwatches
Access Control Mobile Apps

Allegion announces support for mobile credentials on Wear OS by Google Smartwatches

Dec. 6, 2024
This upgrade includes access for Schlage mobile credentials like student IDs and employee badges in Google Wallet on Wear OS smartwatches.
CL5000 electronic lock with Do Not Disturb range
Locks

CL5000 Electronic Lock DND Range from Codelocks

Dec. 6, 2024
The new CL5000 DND range prevents interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for user comfort and confidence.
iShield Key FIDO2 MIFARE (USB-A/NFC)
Access Control

iShield Key MIFARE from Swissbit

Dec. 6, 2024
Powered by MIFARE DESFire EV3, it ensures secure, phishing-resistant authentication while supporting access control, time tracking, and payment systems.
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Access Control

Allegion appoints Gregg Sengstack to Board of Directors

Dec. 5, 2024
Sengstack will sit on the Board’s Audit and Finance Committee, Compensation and Human Capital Committee, and Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee.
VIZpin expands visitor management and access control with Entegrity Video Intercom Panel
Video Intercoms

VIZpin expands visitor management and access control with Entegrity Video Intercom Panel

Dec. 4, 2024
Designed for easy installation for multifamily properties, the Video Intercom Panel is self-learning and requires no programming.
NAPCO announces real-time interface options for Alarm Lock Wireless Trilogy Networx and ArchiTech Access Locks
Locks

NAPCO announces real-time interface options for Alarm Lock Wireless Trilogy Networx and ArchiTech Access Locks

With this update, integrators and VARs have a choice of security management platforms, seamlessly interfaced with the company’s locks.
Codelocks extends CL5000 electronic lock with Do Not Disturb range
Locks

Codelocks extends CL5000 electronic lock with Do Not Disturb range

Dec. 4, 2024
The new CL5000 DND range prevents interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for user comfort and confidence.