Surveillance & Security News for August 2025

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe and i-PRO EMEA B.V. are pleased to announce a strategic business partnership focused on the European region, combining their strengths in imaging technology and system integration to deliver advanced solutions and systems tailored to industry-specific needs. The partnership aligns with Konica Minolta’s vision to strengthen its Video Solution Services (VSS) offering by integrating world-class AI-powered security technologies that meet the growing de...

Vismo has announced “Vismo Checkpoints”, a proof of presence tool that takes employee wellbeing a step further by using QR codes to let organisations know precisely where staff are in a building or event space. Designed for high location accuracy and ease of use, Checkpoints is used with the Vismo Locate & Protect App on smartphones, from where it integrates with Vismo’s secure portal and the employer organisation’s security protocols. QR codes with a phone The app...

Alibaba has unveiled Wan2.2-S2V (Speech-to-Video), its latest open-source model designed for digital human video creation. This innovative tool converts portrait photos into film-quality avatars capable of speaking, singing, and performing.  Part of Alibaba’s Wan2.2 video generation series, the new model can generate high-quality animated videos from a single image and an audio clip. Visual representations Wan2.2-S2V offers versatile character animation abilities, enabling the desi...

Through their strategic partnership, 360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology are setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland.  Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding environments. With a reputation as being Ireland’s most progressive distributor, Northwo...

VITEC, a pioneer in Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) video streaming solutions, will present its latest innovations at DSEI UK 2025, ExCel London, 9-12 September 2025. Visitors to stand S8-122 will experience the latest tactical video technologies, including the new VITEC Fx4 Series and VSN-Series video wall solutions. Also on show will be VITEC’s PRISM Transcoder, the TOUGH encoder family and the MGW Diamond-H, all designed to meet the demands of the most challenging m...

Hanwha Vision has achieved ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management System certification, an internationally recognised standard confirming that the company has strict and independently audited processes in place to prevent, detect, and address bribery. The certification reinforces Hanwha Vision’s brand’s commitment to ethical conduct, professional transparency, and accountability across every stage of its operations, from product design and manufacturing to sales and partne...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, outlined key considerations for IT professionals as they look to strengthen protection against today’s cyber threats while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow. With the region’s growing investments in smart cities, energy hubs, and mega events, the need for physical security solutions that seamlessly integrate with IT infrastructure has never been greater. For IT professionals t...

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and the global pioneer in enabling thermal imaging innovation, has now announced ACSL, Japan’s pioneering drone manufacturer, as the newest collaborator in the Thermal by FLIR® program. This initiative supports the integration of Teledyne FLIR OEM thermal camera modules and provides go-to-market support for the resulting cutting-edge products. ACSL’s SAMO thermal features As part of the union, SAMO will also include...

Rhombus, a pioneer in cloud-managed physical security, now announced the launch of four new security cameras purpose-built to meet the evolving safety demands of modern businesses. From expansive campuses and facilities to tight, sensitive spaces, these new additions to the Rhombus portfolio give security and operations teams powerful new tools to eliminate blind spots, scale with confidence, and sharpen situational awareness through AI-powered intelligence and automation. Product release of f...

Sentinel Photonics, a pioneering innovator in laser detection and protection technologies, announces ECHO and LASERD® MAX, two new laser detection capabilities designed to expose covert threats and give operators a critical edge in laser-contested environments. Both will be shown for the first time at DSEI, Excel London, 9 - 12 September 2025, Stand N5-260. Real-time laser intelligence “Laser threats are evolving fast, creating serious multi-domain risks that traditional defences ca...

Interface Systems, a major managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, announced the successful completion of a major security upgrade for Bethesda Community Church and Bethesda Christian School in Fort Worth, Texas. Serving more than 530 students from preschool through 12th grade, Bethesda Christian School is recognised among the top private schools in Texas. Between church services, school operations, an...

AI-ISP technology represents a breakthrough in night surveillance, transforming cameras from simple low-light illumination devices into intelligent imaging systems that deliver daytime-level clarity, reliability, and smarter security throughout the night. Unmatched clarity is the goal GeoVision AI-ISP cameras (GV-GBLN4800/GV-GEBN4800) provide superior nighttime surveillance, including: Advanced image signal processing for extreme low-light conditions Superior noise reduction technology Ex...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, has now announced two powerful additions to its HyperScale portfolio: HyperScale Edge and HyperScale Flex. As modern enterprises generate more data from remote offices and edge locations, these environments have become lucrative and vulnerable targets for cyberattacks. Exploitation of edge devices To help clients address this challenge and improve their resilience, Commvault has develop...

At GSX 2025, global security manufacturer Gallagher Security is inviting attendees to reimagine what security can achieve when limitations are removed. Visitors to booth #3339 will experience firsthand how Gallagher is redefining the role, function, and value of security in the workplace of the future. “Security has traditionally been seen as a cost centre or a barrier,” says Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Marketing – The Americas. Innovation and imagination “...

SwiftConnect is excited to expand into the higher education market through its landmark deployment of NFC-enabled digital student ID cards for the University of Arizona. Earlier this month, the university announced that its 53,000 students and 16,000 faculty and staff can now add their CatCard to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android Phone to access campus buildings, purchase meals, and experience many other campus moments with a single tap of their mobile...

ASIS International, a pioneering authority in security standards, is excited to announce the release of its American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard designed to provide a framework for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving school security. The first comprehensive standard of its kind provides a critical benchmark for assessing and improving a school’s security posture regardless of size and funding. How to secure learning environments  "This sta...

Actuate, a pioneer in AI-driven remote video monitoring solutions, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Patriot Systems, a world pioneer in automated alarm monitoring software. This collaboration integrates Actuate’s advanced cloud AI capabilities with Patriot’s powerful automation suite, enabling video monitoring centres and alarm receiving centres to reduce operator workload, enhance responsiveness, and increase effectiveness.  Partnering with Patriot Systems...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, announced it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for Operational Technology (OT) Security. The designation validates Claroty’s commitment to securing mission-critical infrastructure via Claroty xDome’s unrivaled OT expertise. With the surge in connectivity and a growing reliance on digital systems, manufacturing industries from automotive to pharmaceuticals have become lucr...

Regula, a global developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and forensic devices, has been recognised in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Identity Verification research. For the company, this recognition marks the outstanding capabilities of Regula’s IDV software and its ability to meet the current market needs. Gartner recognised Regula as a Niche Player.  Data security requirements It's a complete IDV solution, based on Regula Document Reader SDK...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organisation dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave technology, announces the launch of the new Z-Wave Certified Product Guide, a centralised online resource designed to help manufacturers, integrators, developers, and consumers explore the entire ecosystem of Z-Wave Certified devices. The enhanced guide offers an intuitive, filterable database of thousands of Z-Wave devices across hundreds of global brands and manufacturers. Every pro...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, announced the successful completion of a major security upgrade for Bethesda Community Church and Bethesda Christian School in Fort Worth, Texas. Serving more than 530 students from preschool through 12th grade, Bethesda Christian School is recognised among the top private schools in Texas. Modern safety and security systems High...

Secutech Vietnam 2025 came to a close on 16 August at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), after bringing together key stakeholders and buyers from across Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. With a strong focus on promoting smart city advancements, the 18th edition spanned 13,000 sqm and featured 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions, including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Singapore, Slovenia,...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based identity verification, compliance, and fraud prevention business, recently announced its partnership with Ping Proxies, a rapidly growing UK-based provider of ethical residential proxies and web-data collection tools. By implementing iDenfy’s Know Your Customer (KYC) software, Ping Proxies will aim to efficiently scale the user onboarding process via AI-powered identity verification while ensuring that its proxy infrastructure is protected from fraudulent sign-u...

Group-IB, a major creator of cybersecurity technologies to investigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, announced that it has contributed to INTERPOL’s “Operation Serengeti 2.0” between June and August 2025.  The multinational operation resulted in the arrest of 1,209 cybercriminals across Africa, targeting nearly 88,000 victims globally, and the recovery of US$97.4-million.  During the operation, investigators from 18 African countries and the United Kingdom also...

RecFaces, a provider of ready-made biometric software solutions, announces the online expert panel “All Aboard Securely: Facial Biometrics for Asian Railway & Metro”, which takes place on September 19 at 2 PM (GMT+7). The event brings together pioneering voices from the transport, security, and advanced tech industries to explore how facial biometric technologies support the rapid development of railway and metro systems across Southeast and South Asia. Demands for securi...

At FLIR, they see things a little differently. They are constantly looking of new ways to enhance the safety and efficiency of cities around the world, through ground-breaking innovation and advanced technological excellence. This way of thinking has led us to find solutions that take care of road systems, and most importantly, take care of the people using them. Intro of FLIR TrafiSense Dual AI FLIR will demonstrate the seamless integration of its updated AI sensors into traffic lights Cont...

The global market insight and research firm, which specialises in the convergence of print and digital technologies in the future workplace, recognises how Konica Minolta ‘retains a keen focus on enhancing print and endpoint security across three pillars – device-level resilience, managed security services, and workflow automation – aligned to support zero trust environments and evolving compliance demands'. AI-driven threats redefine print security priorities Published in Ju...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, announced that the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), one of the world’s pioneering energy producers, has placed its first purchase order under a multi-year agreement for up to 28,000 Blackline devices plus services. The order was secured through Blackline’s channel partner, Al Masaood. The initial order includes approximately 1,000 G6 wearable single-gas detectors with four years of service and 1,200 B...

Building on a decades-long focus on safety, compliance, and resilience, Matrix is set to participate in the Defence & Technology Show (DTS 2025). At the event, Matrix will showcase an integrated portfolio of security and telecom solutions designed to safeguard people, assets, and infrastructure. These solutions are not only 100% Made-in-India but also STQC ER-certified to ensure cybersecurity and data integrity aligned with Indian regulatory frameworks. Matrix’s vision of export opti...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced that its CEO/CTO and founder, Steve Reinharz, has issued an op-ed to Reuters responding to recent coverage of public concerns around artificial intelligence and job displacement. In the piece, titled “AI Isn’t the Enemy. Standing Still Is.”, Reinharz challenges both business pioneers and consumers to reject fear and instead move decisively to embrace the opportunities that AI acceleration presents. Technology&...