Security Industry

STATE OF SECURITY 2026

Security conference at the Brandenburg Gate focuses on corporate protection in the age of artificial intelligence On 3 June 2026, Berlin will once again become a meeting place for leading experts from the fields of security, business, technology and politics. The...

New round of financing raises Verkada’s valuation to $5.8 billion

The market for physical security technologies remains an attractive field for investors. US company Verkada, a provider of an AI-powered platform for building security and operational processes, has achieved a company valuation of $5.8 billion in a new round of...

Change in management at Securiton Germany as of 1 January 2026

Securiton Germany is set to undergo a significant change in management at the beginning of 2026: Volker Benz will take over as managing director of the company on 1 January 2026. He succeeds Horst Geiser, who is handing over operational management after more than 30...

Quanergy appoints new Director of EMEA Sales & Market Development

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of 3D lidar solutions for safety and smart space applications, has appointed David Lenot as its new Director of EMEA Sales & Market Development. In this role, Lenot will be responsible for further expanding the...

Integrated security services: Demand for holistic models on the rise

Security service providers are developing offerings that range from individual services to integrated models The complexity of threats and scarce human resources are driving the further development of service models Technological innovations support the implementation...

Czech companies expand through acquisitions in Germany

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in Czech company acquisitions in Germany. Against the backdrop of economic challenges in individual sectors of the German economy, Czech companies are making targeted use of new market opportunities. This...

Security Essen 2026: Expanding the Future of Civil and Defence Security

Security Essen continues to strengthen its position as the leading international trade fair for the security industry. With around eighteen months remaining until the next edition, demand for exhibition space is already exceptionally high. Large parts of the venue are...

Security Essen 2022