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Locks and Security News: your weekly locks and security industry newsletter
14th October 2026 Issue no. 823

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US patent for Cozaint's MARCIA architecture for intelligent video lifecycle management

Cozaint Corporation announces the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12,755,902, titled “Video Surveillance Playback System with Multi-Tiered Storage,” protecting key aspects of the core architecture behind its MARCIA Intelligent Video Lifecycle Management (IVLM) platform.
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UK and Ireland lead Europe in active AI adoption for physical security

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Verkada
, a leader in AI-powered physical security and operations,released its 2026 State of Cloud Physical Security Report, uncovering that nearly half (49%) of organisations in the UK and Ireland are actively using AI in their physical security systems – the highest level among the 5 European countries surveyed. 
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Access control after the human

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By Evgenii Arsentev, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, AskDocDoc

Last month I read in this newsletter about DigiCert and their AI Trust Manager (a product that gives an AI agent its own identity, an owner and a kill switch). I don't use it, so I can't say if it's good. But I read the piece twice, because a certificate company is now selling something like staff badges for software. And I think your trade will meet this question soon.
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ClanTect secures first major contract under 3DX-Ray ownership

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ClanTect, as part of the 3DX-RAY Ltd portfolio, has secured a significant contract to supply six ClanTect Human Presence Detection systems to support state border security operations in Eurasia.
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i-PRO and Kepler Vision Technologies partner to improve patient safety monitoring

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i-PRO has partnered with Kepler Vision Technologies, a developer of AI-driven patient safety applications.
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iLOQ new CEO

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iLOQ has appointed Oskar Sörensson as CEO and Johan Ek as Chairman as the company enters its next phase of international growth.
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Zimperium uncovers RatHat, AI-powered Android malware built to steal credentials and hijack devices

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Zimperium says that its zLabs research team has uncovered RatHat, an advanced Android malware strain linked to threat actors believed to be operating in China.
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International security firm Global Threat Solutions launches UK operation with London headquarters

* Global-Threat-Solutions.jpegInternational security firm Global Threat Solutions (GTS) has launched its UK operation with a new headquarters on Pall Mall.

The veteran-owned security firm’s new UK operation is SIA licensed and will provide close protection, corporate security and specialist bespoke protective services to clients across the UK.
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Lock50 USA to Host Free Live Training on Advanced Jaguar and Land Rover Programming

* Lock50-training.jpgLive demonstration featuring a 2025 Land Rover Defender will explore locked RFA workflows and real-world programming challenges.

Lock50 USA, the developer of a specialised Jaguar and Land Rover programming platform used by locksmiths internationally, is hosting a free live online training session designed to help automotive locksmiths expand their technical knowledge and better understand advanced vehicle programming procedures.
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ATG Access targets Scandinavian growth with new partnership and flagship Gothenburg station project

* Gothenburg-Station.jpgATG Access has announced a strategic partnership with Swedish firm Benders, as the UK physical security manufacturer accelerates its expansion into the Scandinavian market.

Founded in 1960, Benders is one of Sweden’s largest privately owned, family-run businesses with deep-rooted relationships across the country’s municipal and infrastructure markets. Operating from Uddevalla, at the former Volvo factory site, the business has established a significant presence in construction and public realm development throughout Sweden. 
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Robust UK simplifies specification of external doors with release of Elite Dor

* Robust-ELITE-DOR.jpgRobust UK, a leading manufacturer of steel door solutions, has brought together two popular steel door ranges into one flexible doorset solution designed to simplify the specification of external doors, whilst retaining a wide range of performance, security and configuration options.  

ELITE-DOR, which combines the properties of OUTA-DOR and SECUR-DOR 2.1, offers numerous configuration options, including up to two hours’ fire resistance and PAS 24 (2022) security certification. 
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UK businesses in Retail, Utilities and Transport face highest combined security risk, new industry index reveals

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ID Card Centre has published a new benchmark ranking 11 UK industries on combined cyber and physical security exposure, using ICO breach data and Home Office crime data.
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Mitie secures contract with Airbus

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Mitie has secured a multi-year security contract with Airbus in the UK. The contract began on 1 October 2026 and brings together around 300 security personnel to deliver integrated security services across seven UK locations.
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ABUS UK has appointed Gary Major as Sales and Marketing Director for Home and Commercial Security

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Gary joins ABUS with more than 30 years' experience across sales, marketing and business development, working with a range of manufacturing and retail businesses. He will lead the continued development of ABUS UK's Home and Commercial Security division.
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TrustMark launches consultation on Quality Scheme changes

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Following its recent update event, TrustMark has launched its public consultation on changes to its quality scheme. Driven by the need to improve Consumer Protection, the proposals cover changes to the scheme that are designed to strengthen oversight and accountability, improve assurance and enhance financial protection. 
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Why smart lock installs are quietly breaking locksmith P&Ls

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Investigative contributor Bhargavi Halthore writes: A locksmith in Leeds told me last month that his average PVCu smart handle job now runs closer to 90 minutes on site, compared with the 25 to 30 minutes he used to bill for a straightforward Euro cylinder swap.
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HKC launches SecureRewards installer loyalty programme

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HKC Security has launched SecureRewards, a new installer loyalty programme designed to reward partners for continued engagement with HKC products and services. 
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