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Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced the availability of Security Centre SaaS from its global network of certified partners. A massively scalable, open, and unified software as a service (SaaS) solution, the new offering will combine access control, video management, forensic search, intrusion monitoring, automation, and many other advanced security capabilities. Enterprise-grade offering “The p...

Suprema, a global pioneer of AI-based security solutions, has announced its participation in ISC West 2024, the largest security trade show in the United States, scheduled to take place from April 10 to 12 in Las Vegas. Suprema will showcase the exceptional performance of its deep-learning-based AI algorithms in facial authentication and fingerprint recognition, exemplified by its advanced on-device AI solutions, namely the award-winning BioStation 3 and BioStation 2a. BioStar 2 access control...

Genetec, a provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, is pleased to announce its plans for the Passenger Terminal Expo 2024, taking place in Messe Frankfurt, Germany from April 16 – 18, 2024. Airport portfolio The company will be present at stand #D220, demonstrating its full airport portfolio designed to reduce security risk, improve planning, and automate airport operations. Representatives will be on hand to discuss the latest Genetec...

Technology offers a range of tools to bolster security at public events, including before, during, and after. This year, the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will draw the attention of the world, requiring the best protection available for the venues, the athletes, and the attendees. Other happenings such as the FIFA World Cup, the Super Bowl, the Tour de France, and the U.S. NBA Finals are momentous events that challenge security and law enforcement personnel to keep them safe. We asked this...

Quanergy, a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR technology for physical security and business intelligence applications, is showcasing two new additions to its portfolio of 3D LiDAR solutions here at ISC West 2024 in booth 32057. The new Q-Track HD and Q-Track Dome 3D LiDAR sensors join Quanergy’s highly touted Q-Track LR (Long Range) offering to comprise the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of high-performance 3D LiDAR solutions available. Quanergy 3D LiDAR detection, clas...

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard managed and unmanaged switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, will be showing their range of Ethernet switches and Device Management System (DMS) VMS integration at the CCTV User Group’s ‘Relentless - A Focus on The Future’ event, 22-24 April, Whittlebury Park Conference Centre.  Public Space Surveillance At the event, barox will be showing their support of Public Space Surveillance applic...

Hanwha Vision is highlighting the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in diverse surveillance and business operations at ISC West 2024, Booth #14025, April 10-12 in Las Vegas. AI will be prominent throughout the Hanwha Vision booth, with many new and existing products now incorporating AI technology to boost their performance to unprecedented levels. AI applications “New applications of AI are delivering precise detection, efficient bandwidth, and robust search,” said Mi...

Technology can be a powerful tool, but it can also be misused. Ethical principles help ensure that technology is used in a way that minimises risks and avoids causing harm to people or society. Issues could include factors such as data privacy and algorithmic bias of certain technologies. As the security industry embraces advanced and evolving technologies, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the biggest ethical considerations of using emerging technologies in physical s...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared a comprehensive set of data protection best practices to help physical security leaders protect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust without compromising security. This initiative comes as a response to the escalating importance of data security in an increasingly interconnected digital landscape. By prioritising privacy, organisations can effectively contri...

Invixium, a global pioneer in biometric access control and workforce management solutions, announces its participation at ISC West 2024. At the show, Invixium will exhibit its full line of NDAA-compliant, made-in-Canada, modern, and rugged biometric solutions that are specifically designed to thrive in the most unclean, hazardous, extreme, and harsh working conditions prevalent in the industrial and critical infrastructure sectors. Addressing security challenges As an integrated biometric sol...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have announced the agenda and speaker lineup for their second annual Security LeadHER conference, an event designed to showcase women in security. Security LeadHER 2024 will be held June 24-25 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona. This conference from ASIS and SIA will bring together security professionals committed to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. High-im...

Alcatraz AI, a global pioneer in frictionless access control solutions, is proud to announce the debut of the revolutionary exterior Rock X during ISC West 2024 in Las Vegas, showcased in Booth #31075. Rock X sets a new standard in outdoor access control, featuring frictionless and secure facial authentication technology for a wide range of applications. Rock X introduces a new era of security for exterior locations using the power of AI and technical innovation to address the unique challenges...

Genetec Inc., a global technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, is pleased to announce its plans for ASIS Europe 2024, taking place in Vienna, Austria from 20-22 March, 2024. Genetec can be found on Stand #D4-D5 where it will be showcasing the power and flexibility of its unified physical security software to transform all aspects of physical security and operations. The company will also actively participate in the speaker program...

Omnilert, a pioneer in active shooter solutions, announced that its visual gun detection system, Omnilert Gun Detect, is certified with the Genetec™ Security Centre, an open-architecture platform that unifies IP-based video surveillance, access control, communications and analytics. This integration will enable Genetec customers to incorporate visual gun detection technology with their existing surveillance cameras in order to identify gun threats at first sight and ensure a rapid, a...

In today's interconnected world, the lines between physical and digital security are blurring. This means that threats can easily exploit vulnerabilities in both realms, potentially causing significant damage. That's why the convergence of cyber- and physical security systems is becoming increasingly important. It has already been a topic of discussion in the security market for more than a decade. To get a reality check, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: Has convergence been a...

There is a bright outlook for trade shows in 2024. In particular, ISC West has recently become the must-see event in the security marketplace. ISC West will take place April 9-12 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. In addition to providing access to a wide range of technological innovations, the show also serves as a platform to introduce new products and services. As the industry counts down to the big exhibition, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What will be the big news...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced Security Centre SaaS. Built with cybersecurity and privacy at its core, the new offering is a massively scalable, open, and unified software as a service solution (SaaS). Combining access control, video management, forensic search, intrusion monitoring, automation, and many other advanced security capabilities, Security Centre SaaS ushers in a new chapter...

By all reports we have heard, 2024 is rushing by at a rapid pace. Many of us are just now catching our breaths after the busy holiday season, even though spring is practically here. Having had a healthy taste of 2024 already, our Expert Panel Roundtable is eager to weigh in on what lies ahead for the rest of the year to come. We asked this week’s panel: What large trends are driving growth in the physical security industry in the year ahead? 

Edge devices play an important role in the Internet of Things (IoT) by enabling real-time data analysis, faster decision-making, and improved operational efficiency across various industries. In the physical security industry, applying artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to edge devices expands the possibilities, and edge devices offer complementary functionality to support movement to the cloud. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the latest developments for edge...

With the new year well underway, 2023 seems almost like a distant memory. However, a bit of distance might be just the thing to enable us to examine the impact of the year 2023 on the physical security marketplace. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What factors had the biggest impact on the security marketplace in 2023? 

In support of International Data Privacy Day, Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shares data protection best practices to help physical security pioneers protect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust without compromising security. Prioritising privacy Genetec encourages businesses and individuals alike to use International Data Privacy Day as an opportunity to evaluate and enhance their...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada. Canada's Top Employers for Young People is organised by the Canada's Top 100 Employers project. This special designation recognises the employers that offer Canada’s best workplaces and programmes for young people just starting their careers. Companies a...

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard managed and unmanaged switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, has announced a new partnership with pioneering Middle East video surveillance, access control, and structured cabling distributor, Amstergi.  End-to-end supply chain distributor Established in 2004 and headquartered in Dubai, Amstergi is an end-to-end supply chain distributor offering security integrators in the UAE and Qatar, a single source of...

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard managed and unmanaged switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, has announced a new partnership with pioneering Middle East video surveillance, access control and structured cabling distributor, Amstergi. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Dubai, Amstergi is an end-to-end supply chain distributor offering security integrators in the UAE and Qatar, a single source of supply, stocking a wide range of the most pr...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announces it is the first manufacturer to achieve the Cyber Assurance for Physical Security Systems (CAPSS) 2023 standard, for unified video and access control software. The specific solutions to be granted CAPSS-approved status are Genetec Security Centre Omnicast™, Genetec Security Centre Synergis™ and the Genetec Synergis™ Cloud Link. Process...

Protecting access control data is a core concept when it comes to safeguarding information assets, maintaining trust, and ensuring smooth operations. Guarding access to data also ensures compliance with regulations, prevents accidental misuse, and streamlines workflows. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What safeguards are in place to avoid unauthorised retrieval of access control data? 

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the opening of a state-of-the-art experience centre in the UAE and the relocation of its Dubai office to accommodate continuous growth in the region. Named DBXC, the new experience centre and office is strategically located at One Central in the Dubai World Trade Centre and features innovative solutions from Genetec and its large ecosystem of industry-pio...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will demonstrate the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center, as well as a range of cloud-ready solutions at Intersec 2024.   Taking place from 16 – 18 January, Intersec 2024 delegates can experience live demonstrations of the latest physical security products, and gain insights on Genetec's advanced technologies that ar...

There is a complex and interdependent relationship between security and productivity. Good security is needed to make productivity possible, but security measures could, in some instances, hinder workplace efficiency. New technologies are enabling security systems to have a more profound and positive impact on productivity by yielding better intelligence to guide the improvement of workplace practices. Multiple systems that work together, rather than separately, improve the productivity of secur...

Genetec Inc., a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2024. Teams will become more united In 2024, organisations will look to optimise collaboration between IT and physical security teams. Bridging these two valuable skill sets will result in more effective risk mitigation and data optimisation across the business. Physical security pioneers...