Physical Access Control stories

Identity management is set to dominate 2026 security agendas as HID research shows rising convergence, biometrics use and privacy scrutiny.

Wesco becomes Acre Security's exclusive US distributor, expanding cloud access control and intrusion offerings nationwide.

A study reveals mobile access control reduces environmental impact by over 75% compared to PVC cards, boosting sustainability in security solutions.

Genetec ranks second globally in access control software, leading organic market share growth and topping video surveillance software charts, says Omdia report.

HID unveils cutting-edge biometric facial recognition and passwordless authentication technologies at the 2025 Security ASIAL conference in Sydney.

As World Password Day approaches, experts stress the vital need for robust passwords and physical access controls to secure both digital and physical assets.

The security sector in Australia and New Zealand is rapidly shifting towards digital solutions, with HID's Steve Katanas highlighting the role of AI and mobile credentials.

HID expands its Signo Readers line to meet diverse customer needs, introducing models that cater to environmental design, rugged use, and budget efficiency.

Geoff Schomburgk of Yubico envisions a future beyond passwords, advocating for passkeys and hardware security keys like the YubiKey for secure authentication.

HID to unveil cutting-edge biometric and access control tech at ASIAL 2024 in Sydney, showcasing innovations like the FacePod camera and resilient Signo Keypad Reader.

ISPT pioneers digital employee badges in Australia's commercial real estate, implementing HID Mobile Access for seamless entry via smartphones and smartwatches at its Sydney hub.

HID's 2024 report reveals five key trends shaping access control, including mobile IDs and AI adoption. The market in Australia is set for over 8% growth.

HID has extended its partnership with Inner Range to introduce wallet-enabled readers and SIFER credentials, enhancing security and convenience for users globally.

HID's 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report reveals key trends shaping the industry, including mobile access, AI, and sustainability influencing access control upgrades.

HID's 2024 State of Security Industry Report reveals key trends including mobile identification increment and widespread Multi-Factor Authentication.

As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, mobile access is poised to play a central role in the evolving landscape of access control.

HID is pioneering hardware, software and services that allow people to navigate the physical and digital worlds with confidence.

The bamboo is certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council, an assurance that the material comes from responsibly managed forests.

A new survey by HID reveals five pressing themes - sustainability, IDaas, digital IDs and mobile authentication, contactless biometrics and supply chain issues.

Microsoft has released its third edition of Cyber Signals, a regular cyber threat intelligence brief spotlighting security trends and insights.