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Artificial Intelligence Could Face Strict Oversight, Warns OpenAI CEO

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has warned that the world may be on the verge of a “fraud crisis” fueled by artificial intelligence. Speaking to U.S. media, Altman said AI has already defeated most traditional authentication methods, pointing to banks that still rely on voice recognition as a serious risk. He cautioned that criminals are increasingly able to use AI-generated voices and videos to impersonate people and carry out scams.

The FBI and U.S. officials have previously reported cases of AI voice cloning used to trick parents and even attempts to impersonate senior government leaders. Altman predicted that what begins with phone calls will soon escalate into video interactions indistinguishable from reality. “I am very nervous that we have an impending, significant fraud crisis,” Altman told the audience.

His remarks come as the White House prepares to release its “AI Action Plan,” a strategy for regulating artificial intelligence and ensuring U.S. leadership in the field. OpenAI has been active in Washington, confirming that it will open a new D.C. office early next year with about 30 employees. The office will serve as a hub for policy engagement, training programs, and research on AI’s economic impact.

Despite acknowledging the risks, OpenAI has urged the Trump administration to avoid regulations it says would weaken U.S. competitiveness against foreign AI rivals. On jobs, Altman said predictions about AI’s economic impact are uncertain, though he expects some jobs to vanish while new forms of work emerge. He suggested that in the distant future, many people may no longer hold “real jobs” but instead create roles to feel useful and maintain social value.

OpenAI also released a report by its chief economist comparing AI’s impact to transformative technologies such as electricity and the transistor. The report notes that ChatGPT now has around 500 million global users, with many young Americans turning to the tool for learning and upskilling.

ICT® and KONE Announce Integration of Protege GX with KONE Office Flow

Integrated Control Technology (ICT®), a leading provider of intelligent access control, intrusion detection, building automation, and security solutions, together with KONE, a pioneer in innovative people flow solutions, have announced the integration of ICT’s Protege GX system with KONE Office Flow. This powerful partnership delivers a unified elevator and access control platform designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce administrative workload, and strengthen security in commercial buildings.

The synchronization of Protege GX with KONE Office Flow ensures user records are seamlessly integrated across both systems, creating a centralized and automated approach to building management. Access details such as elevator cars, floors, and control panels are populated within the Protege GX interface, enabling precise programming of access levels, schedules, expiration dates, and credentials. Key KONE features, including destination control and direct elevator call, are also supported, improving the flow of people in high-traffic environments.

The integration brings several significant benefits. Operations are streamlined by synchronizing user records and data between Protege GX and KONE Office Flow, eliminating the need to manage separate systems. Administrative workload is reduced, as redundancies are removed and staff can save valuable time while minimizing the risk of errors.

Security is enhanced with a single point of control for doors, turnstiles, and elevators, combined with synchronized access event tracking for comprehensive oversight.

End users also benefit from a simplified experience, with a seamless single-credential solution for both door and elevator access that delivers unmatched convenience. Advanced elevator management features add further value: destination control groups passengers traveling to the same floors into the same car, reducing lobby congestion, while direct elevator call automatically dispatches an elevator to a user’s assigned floor, saving time and simplifying movement through the building.

This integration addresses key challenges in modern commercial properties, including managing high traffic, ensuring robust security, and improving tenant satisfaction. The synchronized system reduces operational complexity for building managers while enabling smooth people flow during peak hours.

Sarah Thompson, Chief Product Officer at ICT, commented: “This collaboration with KONE is an exciting step forward in intelligent building management. By integrating Protege GX with KONE Office Flow, we’re delivering a solution that combines streamlined operations, heightened security, and a superior user experience. It’s the future of smarter, safer, and more connected buildings.”

Hytera Europe Launches New Website

Hytera Europe has unveiled its new website at www.hytera.com/eu, designed to deliver a more modern and streamlined online experience. The platform offers improved navigation, refreshed content, and comprehensive information about products and solutions tailored for the European market. The new design follows contemporary trends, with strong product visuals, clear headings, and interactive presentations of key device series.

The homepage highlights current promotions and campaigns, while the intuitive menu ensures quick access to product categories, industry solutions, and company updates.

A particular emphasis has been placed on vertical solutions – from public safety and oil & gas to business enterprises and education – making it easier for users to find information specific to their needs.

The news and events section features the latest updates on global summits, awards, and partnerships, strengthening transparency and communication with the market. The website is intended to serve as a central hub for the latest news, marketing materials, and customer resources, with an open invitation for visitors to share feedback that will help further enhance Hytera’s digital presence. The existing site, www.hytera-europe.com, will be automatically redirected to the new domain from September 15, and users are encouraged to update their bookmarks accordingly.

IDIS Video Analytics Power DeFacto’s Business Expansion

Fashion retailer DeFacto is one of the best-known and most successful clothing brands in Türkiye, with a program of rapid expansion since its launch in 2004. This expansion has seen new branches prosper in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Central and Southeast Asia – and advanced video analytics are playing a role in the company’s success, with a solution from IDIS and its integration partner Secom Türkiye.

With many new locations being added each year, DeFacto is making significant investments in the use of advanced technology to drive efficiency and a focus on providing positive customer experiences.

Video surveillance is a key technology for DeFacto, but the camera systems it previously used were proving to be an obstacle to innovation. To support its expansion mission, DeFacto needed a new video solution that would deliver powerful AI functionalities and enable improved, centralized control.

Understanding the value of video analytics

Understanding the value of AI analytics for business intelligence, as well as for loss prevention, DeFacto also sought a video technology that would be easy to integrate with its broader business information systems.

To support management decision-making, the company prioritized a more accurate and affordable solution for people counting, conversion rate measurement, and capture rate analysis. DeFacto turned to IDIS and its systems integration partner, Secom Türkiye, for a solution that would combine the latest capabilities with the most competitive lifecycle value (lowest TCO).

Phased migration to advanced functionality

A proof of concept (POC) demonstrated that IDIS 5MP Fisheye cameras can achieve complete scene coverage of DeFacto outlets, typically spanning over 3000 sqm, with fewer cameras. Reducing the number of cameras required significantly reduced costs, with less cabling, fewer switch ports, and minimized installation and maintenance time.

Following the POC, a phased migration program allowed the old system to continue in operation as the new system was rolled out store by store, with IDIS VMS providing a stable and user-friendly operating platform.

A mix-and-match VMS architecture ensured best value, while allowing flexible system control: IDIS Solution Suite (ISS), IDIS’s feature-rich enterprise VMS, provides advanced functions for management teams at DeFacto’s head office, while the free client software allows essential video functions to be handled at local stores and on regional managers’ laptops.

DeFacto adopted IDIS Smart Privacy Masks, not only for GDPR compliance but for internal security and fraud prevention. An advanced, video-based people counting solution, utilizing IDIS’s DV-1304 AI Box, replaced a leading brand using conventional technology across DeFacto’s stores, covering up to nine doors in each location.

IDIS’s AI-powered people counting analytics were shown to be significantly more accurate and far less expensive. IDIS configured a new web-based dashboard to make it easy for DeFacto’s senior management to utilize analytics data, including conversion rates and capture rates.

More accurate metrics support growth strategy

DeFacto now has accurate video analytics data around customer footfall, passing traffic, and customer engagement, as well as enhanced head office oversight of prevention and risk management. The company can now make more confident decisions about store performance and staffing and identify new areas for investment.

The IDIS solution has transformed DeFacto’s management control across its portfolio, utilizing dependable, forward-facing technology that provides a sustainable service lifespan and the best total cost of ownership (TCO) affordability. “IDIS video technology is uniquely suited to supporting DeFacto’s growth strategy,” says Erdoğan Tekin, Deputy General, Secom Türkiye. “This powerful, yet easy to install, solution helps retail chains reduce losses and risks, improve centralized control, and deliver valuable insights into store performance and trading conditions in each location.”

For more information, see the IDIS eBook: eBook_2025_IDIS_Retail_Biz_Intelligence

Euro Defence Expo 2026 Gains Momentum with Strong Industry and Government Support

Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX), the new international trade fair for the defence industry, will take place from September 22 to 25, 2026, at Messe Essen. With one year still to go, more than 80 exhibitors from twelve countries have already confirmed their participation, including Belgium, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine, and the United States. Several joint stands with regional and thematic focuses are also planned, fostering greater exchange and networking opportunities within the sector.

Additional momentum comes from Berlin, as the German Federal Ministry of Defence has expressed its support for the event. According to the organizers, political recognition at the federal level significantly increases the appeal of EUDEX for decision-makers from both the military and government. “We are delighted by this strong signal, which provides crucial legitimization and confirms the importance of EUDEX in strengthening Germany’s military capabilities within alliance systems,” said Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen.

What makes EUDEX unique is its integration of military and civil security dimensions.

The fair will run in parallel with Security Essen, the leading international exhibition for civil security, which previously hosted more than 500 exhibitors. This alignment creates a comprehensive platform that brings together all relevant security solutions in one place.

Adding further value, the annual conference of NATO’s Joint Air Power Competence Centre (JAPCC) will also be held at Messe Essen, bringing together over 400 senior military representatives and experts from 32 NATO member states. The close connection between these events will generate valuable synergies between industry and the armed forces. In addition, the specialist conference organized by CPM-Verlag will offer further opportunities for dialogue between experts from industry, politics, and the military.

Online registration for exhibitors is already available at www.eurodefenceexpo.de. Alongside exhibition halls, EUDEX will also provide outdoor areas and options for live demonstrations.

OpenAI and Meta Introduce New Safeguards for Teen Users

OpenAI and Meta have announced updates to the way their AI chatbots operate in order to better protect teenagers and users showing signs of emotional or mental distress. OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, said parents will soon be able to link their own accounts to their teenager’s profile. This will allow them to disable specific features and receive alerts whenever the system detects that their child may be experiencing acute emotional distress.

The company also emphasized that, regardless of a user’s age, the most sensitive conversations will be redirected to more advanced AI models designed to provide higher-quality and more appropriate responses.

These measures come shortly after the parents of 16-year-old A.R. from California filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT played a role in their son’s suicide. While experts caution that such cases cannot simply be attributed to the technology itself, companies say the new safeguards are meant to create a safer digital environment—particularly for younger users.

Dark Knight – Luxury SUV Based on the Lamborghini Urus

Rezvani Motors has recently unveiled its exclusive new model – the Dark Knight SUV, built on the platform of the legendary Lamborghini Urus. Limited to just 100 units, this vehicle merges the luxury of a supercar with advanced ballistic and military-grade protection.

At its core lies the Lamborghini 4.0L Twin Turbo V8 engine, delivering up to 800 horsepower and enabling acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 3 seconds. With all-wheel drive and reinforced suspension, the Dark Knight ensures exceptional stability and control even under the most demanding conditions.

Its greatest strength is the available bulletproof package, which includes armored body panels, ballistic glass, explosive protection, run-flat military tires, thermal night vision, and an explosive device detection system. Optional defense features extend to smoke screens, electrified door handles, sirens, strobe lights, as well as tactical gear such as bulletproof vests, helmets, and gas masks.

Inside, the Dark Knight offers bespoke luxury with seating for four or five passengers, customizable through five exclusive Rezvani seat designs and countless color combinations. It represents a rare blend of extreme performance, uncompromising security, and ultimate comfort.

Based in California, Rezvani Motors has built its reputation on designing extreme sports cars and specialized vehicles that combine performance, luxury, and safety.

With the Dark Knight, Rezvani reinforces its vision of redefining the modern vehicle – creating an SUV that carries the DNA of Lamborghini while offering the protection and capabilities of a mission-ready armored vehicle.

WhatsApp fixes security flaw in iOS and macOS apps

WhatsApp has released fixes for a critical vulnerability in its iOS and macOS apps that may have been exploited in targeted attacks. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-55177, stemmed from insufficient authorization in linked device synchronization and was discovered by WhatsApp’s internal security team. Meta said the bug could have allowed attackers to process malicious content from arbitrary URLs on a victim’s device.
The issue affected WhatsApp for iOS before version 2.25.21.73, WhatsApp Business for iOS 2.25.21.78, and WhatsApp for Mac 2.25.21.78, all patched in late July and early August. Researchers believe the weakness may have been chained with CVE-2025-43300, a zero-day in Apple’s ImageIO framework that was recently exploited to target individuals.

Amnesty International reported that WhatsApp has alerted certain users who may have been targeted in spyware campaigns over the past three months. The company advised affected individuals to perform a full device reset and ensure their operating system and apps remain updated. “This is a classic example of a zero-click attack, where no user interaction is needed to compromise a device,” said Donncha Ó Cearbhaill, head of Amnesty International’s Security Lab. He warned that this spyware continues to pose serious risks to journalists, activists, and human rights defenders.

Z-Wave Alliance Introduces Upgraded Certified Product Guide

The Z-Wave Alliance has unveiled a redesigned Certified Product Guide, offering the smart home industry a powerful tool to navigate its vast ecosystem of devices. This updated online platform centralizes information about thousands of Z-Wave Certified products, making it easier for manufacturers, integrators, and consumers to find exactly what they need.

Unlike a simple catalogue, the guide provides a searchable database where users can filter devices by brand, category, protocol version, frequency, and other technical specifications. More than 4,500 certified products are already featured, covering solutions such as lighting, locks, sensors, gateways, and controllers. Each entry in the guide is backed by independent certification, ensuring interoperability, strong security, and reliable performance across the Z-Wave ecosystem.

The launch also highlights the growing presence of Z-Wave Long Range technology, with more than 100 certified ZWLR devices included so far in 2025. By combining advanced filtering options with transparent certification details, the guide supports better decision-making for both professionals and end-users.

Because it is continuously updated, the resource reflects the latest innovations as soon as they achieve certification. This makes it a living reference point for anyone involved in the design, integration, or use of smart home products.

“As we roll out the enhanced Certified Product Guide, our goal is to give the industry more than just a database—we’re delivering a roadmap to seamless Z-Wave interoperability,” said Bettina Roll, Certification Program Manager for the Z-Wave Alliance.

The all-new Z-Wave Certified Product Guide is now live and can be found by visiting: https://products.z-wavealliance.org/.

HID Global: 16 billion passwords just leaked. Still using one?

It’s time to say goodbye to traditional passwords and explore four powerful passwordless authentication methods. This article looks at how FIDO, PKI, biometrics and push notifications are changing the way organizations secure accounts and how they improve both protection and user experience.

Passwords have long been the weakest link in digital security. Hackers target them relentlessly, leading to breaches that expose sensitive company data and personal information. On top of that, password fatigue frustrates users who are forced to manage dozens of complex logins across different systems. As a result, more organizations are moving to passwordless authentication — replacing passwords with modern technologies such as cryptographic keys, biometrics and trusted devices.

Below are four leading passwordless authentication methods and their advantages:

  1. FIDO

FIDO (Fast Identity Online) is an industry-standard method built on public-key cryptography. It creates a private-public key pair, with the private key securely stored on a user’s device such as a security key or smartphone, and the public key registered with the service provider. During login, the private key signs a server challenge that is verified using the public key. This ensures strong authentication without exposing sensitive data.

Passkeys — FIDO credentials — are supported by major tech providers like Google, Apple and Microsoft. Thanks to broad adoption, FIDO is now suitable for both consumer apps and enterprise systems such as Office 365 and Google Workspace.

Benefits:

  • Resistant to phishing attacks
  • Eliminates the need to type passwords
  • Works across a wide range of devices and services
  1. Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

PKI also relies on cryptographic key pairs, but ties a single key to a user identity through a digital certificate issued by trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs). While FIDO generates a new pair for each service, PKI enables one certificate to work across multiple domains, making it efficient for larger organizations.

Benefits:

  • Strong, phishing-resistant authentication
  • Enables cross-domain access through a trust hierarchy
  • Supports login, data encryption and digital signatures

PKI remains a cornerstone for governments and enterprises that manage sensitive data and need proven, large-scale security.

  1. Biometrics

Biometric authentication uses unique physical or behavioral traits such as fingerprints, facial structure, iris patterns or voice recognition. Specialized sensors capture and analyze these traits, comparing them with stored templates. Because they are inherently unique, biometrics provide a level of security that is extremely difficult to forge.

Benefits:

  • No more weak or reused passwords
  • Convenient and fast login experience
  • Difficult for attackers to replicate remotely

From unlocking a phone with a fingerprint to logging into banking apps with facial recognition, biometrics combine usability with strong protection.

  1. Push Notifications

Push notification-based authentication links identity to a registered device. When a login is attempted, the user receives a secure prompt to approve or deny the request. This adds a real-time verification step that attackers without the device cannot bypass.

Benefits:

  • Users instantly approve or reject access
  • Strong protection through device possession
  • No codes or passwords required

Conclusion

The future of secure access lies in passwordless authentication. By eliminating passwords, organizations can reduce risks, prevent breaches and offer users a seamless experience. Whether the goal is stronger protection, greater efficiency or modernization of IT systems, passwordless technologies such as FIDO, PKI, biometrics and push notifications are paving the way. Now is the time to act. Partner with HID to implement passwordless solutions and build a safer, more secure digital future.

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