The company Krobel notes that an increasing number of small business users face the same challenge—the need for a reliable video surveillance system within a limited budget. In response to these requirements, Krobel recommends HiLook equipment as an affordable yet functional solution for users seeking a balance between cost and quality. HiLook cameras enable direct connection to the network and mobile applications, without the need for an additional recorder, which significantly reduces overall system costs. This approach simplifies installation and shortens deployment time, which is particularly important for smaller facilities and projects with limited resources.

Krobel emphasizes that, although HiLook is positioned as a “consumer” solution, system reliability is not compromised, as the technology is based on a proven platform from the same manufacturer. For customers with larger budgets, the company continues to offer professional video surveillance systems with more advanced infrastructure and broader integration capabilities. Nevertheless, as highlighted by Krobel, in many scenarios HiLook solutions represent a rational choice that meets essential security requirements without unnecessary additional costs.

More information about the HiLook video surveillance portfolio is available on the Krobel website: http://www.krobel.hr

Italy’s antitrust authority has fined Apple €98.6 million (approximately $116 million) over the way the company implemented its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) feature, concluding that it restricts competition within the App Store ecosystem. According to the regulator, Apple abused its dominant market position by imposing additional user consent requirements on third-party developers when collecting data for personalized advertising.

While the Italian authority does not dispute the purpose of the ATT feature itself or its stated goal of strengthening privacy protection, it takes issue with the fact that independent developers are required to obtain user consent twice in order to comply with European data protection rules. The regulator argues that this “double consent” requirement is disproportionate to the objective of protecting personal data and harms developers whose business models rely on advertising, as well as advertisers and advertising intermediaries.

Apple said it strongly disagrees with the decision and will appeal the fine, arguing that the ruling overlooks the benefits ATT provides to users. “At Apple, we believe privacy is a fundamental human right, and App Tracking Transparency gives users a clear and simple choice about whether they want to be tracked,” the company said in a statement, adding that the rules apply equally to all developers, including Apple itself.

The Italian decision follows a similar move in France, where Apple was fined €150 million earlier this year over the same consent mechanism, further underscoring the growing regulatory pressure in Europe on major technology companies and their role in balancing privacy protection with market competition.

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency (AZOP) has imposed an administrative fine of €1.5 million on a bank for multiple violations of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The proceedings were initiated following a user complaint claiming that the mobile banking application collected a list of all installed applications and programs on clients’ mobile devices.

The supervisory authority found that the bank processed the personal data of 433,922 users without a valid legal basis through software embedded in mobile banking applications for Android and Huawei devices. The disputed program scanned the content of mobile phones and centrally stored, among other data, complete lists of installed applications, which was assessed as a serious, excessive, and unjustified intrusion into users’ privacy.

During the proceedings, the bank referred to regulations in the field of payment services, but the Agency concluded that these rules do not justify such data collection practices. It was additionally established that users were not provided with clear and transparent information about the processing of personal data when contracting mobile banking services.

The information available via the application was general in nature, intended for visitors to the bank’s website, and did not specifically relate to data processing within the mobile app. The Agency also determined that the bank failed to apply the principle of “data protection by design,” as it could have implemented less intrusive solutions, such as processing only applications included on a so-called blacklist.

It was particularly emphasized that certain applications may reveal sensitive data, including information related to health, political views, or religious beliefs. This is the thirteenth administrative fine imposed by the Agency in 2025, bringing the total amount of fines issued this year to €6.7 million.

Integrated Control Technology has appointed Piotr Rek as Sales Director for the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region, strengthening its leadership team as part of ongoing international expansion. The appointment underlines ICT’s strategic focus on the CEE market, where demand for advanced access control, security, and building automation solutions continues to grow.

Piotr brings nearly 20 years of experience in electronic security, building automation, and public safety, with a strong track record across Central and Eastern Europe. He joins ICT after spending the past decade as Chief Operating Officer at CDVI Polska, where he led regional sales strategies and expanded distribution networks. Alongside his commercial roles, Piotr has also contributed to national safety initiatives, including Poland’s “Third Signal” project focused on early-warning systems for road and rail safety.

In his new role, Piotr will be responsible for driving ICT’s growth strategy and partner development across a wide CEE territory. His appointment is expected to further strengthen local market support and accelerate partner engagement throughout the region. “Piotr brings a powerful combination of regional expertise, strategic leadership, and deep knowledge of the access control ecosystem,” said Thomas Napora, Vice President and General Manager EMEA at ICT. “His appointment marks an important step in strengthening our presence across Central and Eastern Europe,” he added.

ICT expects the CEE region to remain one of the fastest-growing security markets in Europe in the coming years. With Piotr leading regional operations, the company aims to deepen partnerships and deliver long-term value through its open and interoperable security platforms.

SION NET and Panduit jointly participated in the Microsoft Sinergija 25 conference, held at the Sava Center in Belgrade, where they showcased their latest solutions in network infrastructure and data center technologies.

At their exhibition booth, the two companies demonstrated innovative technologies and practical applications, highlighting the importance of reliable, scalable, and energy-efficient systems that support the demands of modern digital transformation.

Visitors had the opportunity to explore current industry standards and best practices, while advanced networking components and intelligent infrastructure management solutions for contemporary digital environments were also presented.

The joint appearance of SION NET and Panduit further reinforced their position as key technology partners contributing to the development of network and data center solutions across the regional market.