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Review: 10th TeleTrusT IT Security Law Day 2025
TeleTrusT hosted the IT Security Law Day for the tenth time. The annual event provides an interdisciplinary platform for discussing current topics from a legal, technical and political perspective. Participants from companies, public institutions, research...
TeleTrusT welcomes twelve new association members
The German IT Security Association TeleTrusT is delighted to welcome twelve new members to its network. The companies cover a broad spectrum of the security industry – from cybersecurity consulting and data recovery to critical infrastructures and business continuity....
VSÖ Electronics Section Elects New Leadership Team for 2025–2028 Term
On 3 September, the Electronics Section of the VSÖ – Association of Security Companies in Austria elected its new management team for the coming three-year term – a strong signal for continuity, competence and joint development. Chair: Jürgen Leimer, MSc. – re-elected...
Launch of the new BDSW logo – modern branding for the security association
The Federal Association of the Security Industry (BDSW) is presenting itself with a new visual identity: the new logo marks a strategic step towards a fresh, contemporary brand image. The modern design is striking at first glance – clear lines, minimalist colors, and...
Bitkom calls for one-stop shop for agricultural geodata
New position paper outlines status quo, potential and development needs for geodata infrastructure From precise sowing planning and optimised fertilisation to determining the best harvest time, geodata plays a central role in agriculture. It helps farmers make better...
Germany: Startups have recently cut jobs – but the vast majority now want to hire again
On average, startups in Germany have 13 employees Three-quarters expect employee numbers to rise this year The recent difficult economic situation has also had an impact on jobs at startups. On average, they currently have 13 employees, down from 15 a year ago....
Only eight weeks to go until the FTA Trade Conference 2025 – secure your place now
The countdown is on: in exactly eight weeks, on 1 October 2025, the industry will gather in Cologne for the 7th FTA Trade Conference organised by the Fachverband Türautomation e. V. (Professional Association for Door Automation). The event has established itself as a...
The Netherlands: Uniform collective bargaining coverage in the Dutch security industry moves closer: court dismisses VVNL lawsuit
Court ruling strengthens the Cao Particuliere Beveiliging – implications for working conditions, market structure and collective bargaining autonomy in the Netherlands On 30 July 2025, the District Court of The Hague handed down an important ruling for the Dutch...
Cornelia Okpara appointed Chief Executive Officer of the BDSW
Cornelia Okpara appointed Chief Executive Officer of the BDSWThe new BDSW Executive Committee is focusing on experience, continuity and a practical approach and has appointed Cornelia Okpara as its new Chief Executive Officer. After taking over as interim managing...
