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Automation and Monitoring: OPC-UA Integration for Industrial Performance Visualization in AppVision

UltraVision Consult recently completed an advanced OPC-UA integration project for a food manufacturing facility, enabling seamless machine-level automation monitoring directly within the AppVision PSIM platform. The solution consolidates operational data from packaging machines into a single, centralized dashboard and delivers real-time visualizations, performance graphs, interactive timelines, and state-based diagnostics. By combining automation data with security oversight, this project demonstrates how PSIM platforms can bridge industrial and security systems to drive smarter, faster, and safer decision-making in demanding operational environments.

UltraVision Consult successfully implemented a smart automation monitoring solution for a packaging facility by leveraging OPC-UA protocol integration within the AppVision PSIM platform. The project aimed to centralize machine performance data in real time, creating a clear and actionable operational overview that supports both technical response and strategic decision-making.

Through this integration, the live status of every packaging machine is now pulled directly into AppVision. Each machine’s operating state, connection health, and number of processed units in the last three minutes are displayed and continuously updated every 30 seconds. This eliminates the need for scattered PLC interfaces and provides a unified view of the packaging floor, accessible to both facility managers and control room operators.

A custom dashboard was built to present:

  • The current status of each machine
  • A live graph showing production volume over the last three minutes
  • A timeline bar marking operational states (run/stop/error)
  • A pie chart of time spent in each state
  • A live data table with machine-specific metrics

In addition to visualization, the system also includes automated email alerts in case of faults, historical error logging and analysis, and data export tools for traceability and reporting.

The added value of this solution lies in its cross-functional synergy. AppVision is traditionally used for managing alarms, video surveillance, and access control. By integrating with industrial automation systems via OPC-UA, it now empowers decision-makers with real-time operational intelligence within the same security interface.

This level of integration is especially critical in environments where downtime directly impacts output, and where collaboration between IT, OT, and security teams is essential. For the client, the solution not only improves responsiveness during incidents but also provides historical insights that support performance reviews, audits, and preventive maintenance.

UltraVision Consult continues to push the boundaries of what PSIM platforms can achieve by transforming them into central hubs for both physical security and operational excellence.

Biometrics at Airports: e-Gates Coming to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Futuristic Passenger Tunnel in Dubai

Bosnian airports Sarajevo, Mostar, and Banja Luka will soon introduce their first biometric e-gates for electronic passport control. The project, led by IDDEEA in cooperation with the Border Police of BiH and local airport authorities, aims to speed up border crossings and reduce congestion. Sarajevo Airport will provide the technical requirements, while the procurement and integration of equipment will be handled by the Border Police. In the initial phase, the system will be available to BiH citizens, with plans to later expand to foreign travelers.

The main advantage of e-gates is that passage takes only 15 to 30 seconds, significantly easing the workload of officers who can then focus on more complex security checks. Sarajevo Airport is also considering co-financing the project, as improving passenger flow is seen as a strategic priority. With this initiative, Bosnia and Herzegovina is taking an important step toward European aviation standards, following the examples of Zagreb, Belgrade, and major hubs such as Frankfurt and Amsterdam.

Meanwhile, Dubai has gone a step further by launching its “red carpet” tunnel – a biometric corridor that allows passengers to pass without a passport or boarding card. Powered by AI technology and advanced cameras, this world-first system identifies travelers in just 6 to 14 seconds, with up to ten people able to pass simultaneously. Developed by the UAE’s General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in cooperation with Dubai Airports, the tunnel is currently available at Terminal 3.

Although Dubai International is rolling out cutting-edge AI upgrades, its long-term future is limited, as all operations will eventually move to the new Al Maktoum International Airport. Until then, Dubai remains a global leader in futuristic travel solutions that are redefining the passenger experience.

New Law in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Video Surveillance and Biometrics Under Strict Control

A new Personal Data Protection Law has come into force in Bosnia and Herzegovina, marking the fulfillment of one of the key requirements on the country’s path toward European Union membership. The law will begin to be applied on October 4 and is fully aligned with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In addition to names and photographs, it now covers IP addresses, email addresses, and biometric data such as fingerprints, particularly when used for recording working hours.

One of the major novelties is the introduction of the “right to be forgotten,” which allows citizens to request the deletion of their data when there is no longer a legal basis for its processing. At a professional seminar in Mostar, Professor Marija Boban emphasized that “basic technical measures are no longer sufficient—every processing activity must have a clear legal basis, whether it is a statutory obligation, legitimate interest, or explicit consent.”

The law also sets strict penalties, ranging from 500 BAM (approx. EUR 250) for individuals to up to 40 million BAM or 4% of global annual turnover for companies, depending on the severity of the violation. It obliges organizations in both the public and private sectors to educate staff and appoint data protection officers. A common violation, such as sending newsletters without user consent, is now considered unlawful.

The Personal Data Protection Agency will be granted broader supervisory and sanctioning powers, while biometric data may not be processed without the explicit consent of employees.

Professor Boban stressed that “protection starts with education and clear procedures, and organizations that make an effort to comply may only receive warnings, while those that fail to act will inevitably face penalties.”

The law applies not only to digital systems but also to everyday practices, such as publishing employee information on company websites or the use of video surveillance, which must now be clearly marked and legally justified. Similar regulations have already been implemented in EU member states like Croatia and Slovenia, and they are now mandatory for institutions and businesses in Bosnia and Herzegovina as well. Experts underline that timely preparation is the best way to avoid heavy fines.

Fake TikTok Apps Spreading RatOn Android Banking Trojan Across Central Europe

A new strain of Android malware dubbed RatOn has evolved from a simple NFC relay tool into a sophisticated remote access trojan (RAT) with Automated Transfer System (ATS) features. First detected on July 5, 2025, RatOn has since undergone rapid development, with new variants identified as recently as late August.

According to Dutch cybersecurity firm ThreatFabric, RatOn merges overlay attacks, automated money transfers, and NFC relay functionality, making it one of the most powerful mobile banking threats to date. “The account takeover and automated transfer features have shown that the threat actor knows the internals of the targeted applications quite well,” ThreatFabric said in its report.

The malware targets cryptocurrency wallets including MetaMask, Trust, Phantom, and Blockchain.com, while also abusing George Česko, a Czech banking app, to execute fraudulent transfers. Beyond theft, RatOn can mimic ransomware attacks by locking devices and displaying extortion-style overlay pages.

Threat actors are distributing RatOn through fake Google Play Store pages disguised as “TikTok 18+,” tricking Czech and Slovakian-speaking users into downloading malicious dropper apps.

Once installed, the malware requests broad device permissions, installs secondary payloads, and ultimately delivers NFSkate malware to perform NFC relay attacks using a method known as “Ghost Tap.”

The trojan can also display fake ransom messages claiming users’ phones are locked for criminal activity and demanding $200 in cryptocurrency. Security experts believe this ploy is designed to scare victims into quickly opening crypto apps, allowing the malware to capture PIN codes and steal seed phrases.

Commands processed by RatOn include sending fake push notifications, locking devices, launching WhatsApp or Facebook, recording screens, and injecting malicious code into financial apps. ThreatFabric added that the campaign initially focused on Czech users, with Slovakia likely to be targeted next, possibly through local money mule networks.

Record-breaking edition for SICUREZZA 2025

Growing, strengthening, and looking increasingly abroad: SICUREZZA 2025, scheduled at Fiera Milano from November 19 to 21, is preparing for a record-breaking edition. Already today, two months before opening, exhibition space is up by 18% compared to 2023, while international exhibitors have increased by 28%, reaching 31% of the total, with companies from 24 countries. This result demonstrates the international strength of the event and its ability to interpret the new frontiers of physical and digital protection.

Thanks to a strong and qualified exhibitor presence, visitors will be able to explore innovations and previews across all sectors – video surveillance, fire prevention, access control, passive security – while also gaining insights into the directions in which the industry is evolving. Among the Italian confirmations are companies such as Inim and Tecnoalarm, while on the international front, global players of the caliber of Notifier and Hikvision make their return. Numerous new entries also testify to the event’s growing appeal: among the Italian newcomers are Gams (Bettini) and Combivox; among the international, Assa Abloy and Carrier Fire & Security stand out.

With these premises, a renewed layout, and an increasingly experiential format, SICUREZZA 2025 reaffirms itself as a laboratory of innovation in the field of security & fire, where professionals, companies, and stakeholders can share visions, strategies, and practical solutions.

 

A WORLD OF TECHNOLOGIES, BETWEEN INTEGRATION, CYBERSECURITY, AND CUSTOMIZATION

Digitalization, the growing use of artificial intelligence, the affirmation of data-driven logic, and the urgency of 360° cyber-resilience are redefining the boundaries of security – a new perspective that will characterize much of the exhibition offering: new video surveillance and access control systems integrated with AI, predictive monitoring solutions, advancements in video content analytics, edge-cloud platforms for distributed security, and increasingly precise control. Central will be the theme of technology integration, enabling the management of increasingly complex systems that enhance safety and operational capacity, while at the same time making protection against cyber threats more urgent.

Also in the spotlight will be developments in fire & safety technologies, with new high-sensitivity fire detection systems, wireless smoke and gas detection systems, and platforms for remote control and predictive maintenance management. Drones, too, will not be missing: they have established themselves as indispensable tools for environmental monitoring and fire prevention – not merely technological gadgets, but true autonomous platforms capable of collecting, transmitting, and analyzing data in real time.

Finally, increasingly evident is the trend toward customization of solutions: companies no longer offer just products, but position themselves as consulting partners, capable of listening to client needs and designing tailor-made, modular systems.

THREE THEMATIC DAYS, ONE SINGLE GOAL: CREATING A SYSTEM

The 2025 edition will feature a new format structured around three thematic days, designed to meet the needs of different segments of the sector. The first day of the event, November 19, will be the Cyber Day. SICUREZZA will host meetings and events focused on the growing convergence of physical and digital threats, the strategic and cross-cutting role of cybersecurity, operational strategies to protect the value chain of the entire supply chain, and of course, the market impact of the new European directives NIS 2 and CER – fundamental pillars for ensuring resilience and protection of networks, IT systems, and essential services.

November 20 will be the Security Day. Discussions will center on technologies applied in high-risk real-world contexts – transport, finance, major events, cultural heritage – with integrated solutions for video surveillance, access control, intrusion prevention, behavioral AI, and system interoperability. The day will also delve into emerging professional roles required by the market, such as Travel Security Managers or Cultural Security Managers, who combine technological, organizational, and regulatory skills in their specific fields.

November 21 will be the Job in Security Day, dedicated to fostering connections between schools, technical institutes, and companies in the security sector.

In an increasingly competitive market, companies report a shortage of adequately trained professionals, while schools and technical institutes are called upon to provide students with up-to-date, realistic tools to guide them toward future careers. Hence the need to create concrete opportunities for dialogue to bridge the gap between education and the workplace. The EDU Project will address this challenge with targeted activities: company presentations, short interviews, workshops, and dialogue spaces between students, teachers, and businesses. The program is being developed in close collaboration with exhibitors and educational institutions: the listening and needs assessment phase has already begun, aimed at defining the required profiles and key skills. The day will offer a tangible opportunity for companies and schools to meet, focusing on the specific strengths of each, and creating the conditions for a constructive and realistic dialogue.

All SICUREZZA 2025 training events will take place in the Cyber & Security Arena, a multifunctional space hosting talks, case studies, demonstrations, and roundtables featuring experts, leading companies, public bodies, and trade associations. Complementing the training program will be the Security Talks organized by the Italian trade Associations AISS, AIPS, ANIE Sicurezza, and ConFederSicurezza, focusing on regulations, trends, and future scenarios, along with ASSIV podcasts offering insights into technology, training, public-private synergies, and innovation in the private security sector.

THE VALUE OF SYNERGIES

SICUREZZA 2025 will be part of MIBA – Milan International Building Alliance, the format in which it is held simultaneously with GEE – Global Elevator Exhibition, dedicated to vertical and horizontal mobility; MADE Expo, Italy’s leading event for the construction industry; and SMART BUILDING EXPO, the exhibition for home and building automation and technology integration. Thanks to the synergies created among these events, MIBA will transform Fiera Milano into an international hub of reference for topics concerning the evolution of buildings and cities.

Zenitel Announces New Center of Excellence in Hungary in Partnership with RIEL

Zenitel, a global leader in intelligent critical communication solutions, is proud to announce the launch of a new Zenitel Center of Excellence in Hungary for its Safety & Security BU, through a strategic partnership with RIEL Elektronikai Kft, a renowned provider of integrated security and communication solutions in the region.

With more than 30 years of continuous growth and innovation, RIEL has established itself as one of the largest value-added security distributors in Hungary and Central Europe. The company’s deep technical expertise in integrated added value security solutions, particularly in critical audio solutions, makes it an ideal partner for Zenitel’s regional expansion.

The new Center of Excellence will serve as a hub for customer engagement, technical training, solution demonstrations, and partner collaboration.

It aims to support clients across sectors such as critical infrastructure, healthcare, transportation, and industry—bringing Zenitel’s intelligent communication solutions closer to customers throughout Central and Eastern Europe.

“Establishing the Zenitel Center of Excellence in Hungary is a key step in strengthening our EMEA presence,” said Wim van Winghe, SVP EMEA at Zenitel. “RIEL’s long-standing commitment to quality, their exceptional technical capabilities—especially in audio—and their deep market knowledge, ensure that our customers in the region receive unparalleled service and support. We are excited to deepen this partnership and jointly drive innovation in secure and intelligent communications.”

Bàlint Farkas CEO of RIEL, commented: “We are honored to become Zenitel’s Center of Excellence in Hungary. Over the past 30 years, RIEL has built a strong reputation in audio and integrated security systems. This partnership is a recognition of our expertise and a major opportunity to bring even more value to our clients. Together with Zenitel, we look forward to shaping the future of critical communication in the region.“

The Zenitel Center of Excellence in Hungary is now fully operational and welcomes customers, partners, and stakeholders to explore the latest in intelligent audio and communication technologies.

About Zenitel: Zenitel is a leading provider of Intelligent Critical Communication Solutions, enabling everyone to hear, be heard and be understood, every time and everywhere. Zenitel’s Safety and Security business unit primary system offering is within Intercom, Public Address, Voice Alarm and IP speakers. We are recognized globally for offering state-of-the-art communication solutions that deliver the interoperability you need and the reliability you demand.
Learn more at https://www.zenitel.com/safety-and-security

Aikom International at Adria Security Summit 2025: Showcasing Innovation in Security and Connectivity

Aikom International is proud to announce its participation in the Adria Security Summit 2025, taking place on October 8–9 at Hotel Aleksandar Palace in Skopje, North Macedonia. As a leading value-added distributor in the ICT and security sectors, Aikom International will be present at Booth 10, bringing a curated selection of cutting-edge technologies from its partner brands.

A Strategic Presence in the Adriatic-Balkan Region

The Adria Security Summit is one of the region’s most important gatherings for professionals in commercial security, cybersecurity, IoT, smart cities, and telecommunications. For Aikom International, this event represents a key opportunity to connect with system integrators, technology partners, and public sector stakeholders, fostering discussions on innovation, infrastructure resilience, and the future of smart and secure environments.

What to expect at Aikom Booth

At the Aikom International desk, visitors will have the opportunity to experience and test the latest WAVE PTX devices from Motorola Solutions, designed to ensure reliable, continuous and secure voice communication. Alongside these, the new MOTOTRBO R2 and R5 professional radios will also be available, built to meet the needs of mission-critical operations in demanding environments.

Great attention will also be given to the latest connectivity solutions from Cambium Networks and Teltonika Networks, which are engineered to deliver reliable, high-performance networking infrastructure, suitable for both industrial and public sector projects.

Another key highlight will be the SELEA ANPR camera, developed for automatic number plate recognition. This solution is ideal for urban security, access control, and traffic management projects, offering high accuracy, reliability and full compliance with privacy and data protection standards.

Lastly, attendees will be able to explore Townet’s solutions designed to enable video surveillance even in remote or hard-to-reach areas. These technologies are developed to support scenarios where security monitoring is required despite the absence of traditional infrastructure.

A Commitment to Value-Driven Distribution

Aikom International continues to distinguish itself as a strategic enabler of innovation for system integrators and ICT professionals across Europe. By partnering with top-tier brands and offering deep technical expertise, Aikom empowers its clients to design and implement high-performance, scalable, and secure projects in smart city development, critical infrastructure, and mobility.

Adria Security Summit 2025 Announces Diamond Sponsors as Top Tier Partnership Level Sells Out

Advancis Austria and Alarm automatika Secure Premier Sponsorship Positions for October Security Technology Event

Adria Security Summit 2025 proudly announces its Diamond Sponsors for the October 8-9, 2025 event, with Advancis Austria and Alarm automatika securing the summit’s premier partnership tier. The announcement marks the complete sell-out of Diamond sponsorship positions, demonstrating strong industry momentum ahead of the regional security technology gathering at Hotel Aleksandar Palace in Skopje, North Macedonia.

Diamond Sponsor Profiles

Advancis Austria brings their flagship WinGuard platform to the Summit, offering attendees insight into advanced integration solutions for modern security operations. WinGuard serves as an open integration platform that unifies security systems, building automation, IT infrastructure, and communications into a single, streamlined interface. The platform features guided workflows and over 500 interface drivers designed to optimize control room operations and enhance operational efficiency across diverse security environments.

Alarm automatika represents regional strength in integrated safety and security solutions, serving over 2,000 clients while maintaining partnerships with more than 200 suppliers. The company specializes in transforming complex security requirements into reliable, deployable solutions across multiple sectors, bringing extensive regional expertise and proven implementation experience to Summit attendees.

Industry Momentum Reflected in Sponsorship Demand

The complete sell-out of the Diamond sponsorship tier signals significant industry momentum and underscores the value proposition of participating in Adria Security Summit 2025. This premium partnership level provides sponsors with maximum visibility and engagement opportunities during the two-day event, which is expected to welcome over 3,000 participants and 150+ exhibitors from more than 50 countries.

The Diamond sponsors will showcase their technologies and solutions alongside industry leaders in video surveillance, cybersecurity, IoT, AI, fire and gas detection, and smart city development, contributing to the Summit’s comprehensive technology demonstration environment.

About Adria Security Summit 2025

Scheduled for October 8-9, 2025, at Hotel Aleksandar Palace in Skopje, North Macedonia, Adria Security Summit serves as the premier regional platform for security technology professionals, smart city stakeholders, and industry innovators. The event features comprehensive exhibition space, expert conference programming, and advanced networking opportunities designed to facilitate meaningful business connections and technology transfer.

Free visitor registration remains available using promotional code Visitor2025 at www.adriasecuritysummit.com.

Italy Tests New Surveillance System to Catch Drivers Overtaking on Solid Lines

According to Italian media, a new traffic surveillance system called the “sorpassometro” (officially SV3) has been introduced and is being tested in the country to detect illegal overtaking on road sections marked with solid lines.This device complements speed cameras and average-speed monitoring systems, but unlike them, it does not measure speed or average speed — instead, it specifically targets overtaking violations where such maneuvers are strictly prohibited.

The “sorpassometro” operates through a combination of road-embedded sensors and cameras. Once a violation is detected, the system automatically transmits the vehicle’s information together with video evidence to the authorities, who then issue a penalty notice to the vehicle’s owner. These devices are most often installed in areas with reduced visibility or near so-called blind curves, where risky overtaking can lead to serious consequences.

One of the first “sorpassometro” units was installed in early August in Calabria, in the province of Cosenza, along the SS18 highway, a road notorious for reckless driving maneuvers and frequent accidents. It records 15-second video clips as indisputable evidence of violations, enabling authorities to sanction reckless drivers more effectively and strengthen accident prevention. Penalties range from monetary fines and penalty points on the driver’s license to license suspension in more severe cases.

Trend Micro Launches Cybertron, Industry’s First Proactive Cybersecurity AI

Trend Micro has introduced Trend Cybertron, a pioneering cybersecurity large language model (LLM) designed to reshape how enterprises manage cyber risk. Built on over 36 years of threat intelligence and more than two decades of AI innovation, Cybertron merges the reasoning power of Agentic AI with curated datasets and real-world expertise.

The solution integrates directly with Trend Vision One™, combining threat data, analytics, and advanced engines to deliver end-to-end visibility and protection. It enables proactive risk management by predicting attack paths, modeling threats, and recommending mitigation strategies before breaches occur.

Unlike reactive security approaches, Cybertron empowers IT teams to anticipate risk with exact precision across the entire attack surface. By doing so, organizations can move ahead of attackers, mitigating threats before they materialize.

This launch is especially relevant in regions such as the Middle East & Africa, where rapid adoption of AI-driven systems in government, banking, and smart cities has made security a pressing priority. Trend Micro notes that the average cost of a cyberattack in the region stands at $8.75 million, nearly double the global average.

“Security teams are overwhelmed by alert volumes and increasingly complex infrastructures,” said Bilal Baig, Regional Technical Director for the Mediterranean Middle East and Africa at Trend Micro. “Cybertron automates analysis and prioritizes threats based on real-time intelligence, allowing teams to focus on the most critical issues.”

Customer reports highlight up to 99% faster remediation when using Cybertron, setting a new standard for proactive defense. The model continuously evolves through agentic AI capabilities, adapting to novel threats and optimizing response with every interaction.

By integrating cybersecurity LLMs, curated threat intelligence, and intelligent AI agents, Cybertron provides organizations with clarity, speed, and confidence. It draws from global intelligence to prioritize risks and recommend precise actions, enabling teams to strengthen resilience.

Now available worldwide, Trend Cybertron represents a paradigm shift in cybersecurity, moving the industry firmly toward AI-driven proactive defense. It underscores Trend Micro’s mission to deliver innovative, future-ready solutions that safeguard digital transformation.

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