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Oncam announced the next phase in its evolution: a forthcoming end-to-end, direct-to-cloud video platform designed to simplify deployment, empower integrators, and redefine enterprise surveillance. The announcement signals a new era for the company as it expands its long-standing expertise in intelligent imaging into a connected, cloud-first ecosystem. Built by Oncam’s UK and US engineering teams, the platform brings together AI-enabled cameras, intelligent IoT devices, and cloud-integrated video management software to deliver smarter performance with less complexity. The system is designed to break down barriers to cloud adoption while maintaining the openness and interoperability that have long been part of Oncam’s approach. “This marks an exciting new chapter for Oncam,” said Scott Brothers, Chief Operating Officer. “We’re combining two decades of imaging innovation with a modern approach to AI, cloud, and connectivity, always with our channel partners in mind. Our channel-first strategy remains central as we invite select integrators to join as Founding Partners and help shape what’s next for the industry.” Smarter, safer, simpler surveillance At the heart of the roadmap is Oncam Core, a unified web and mobile platform that delivers real-time visibility and actionable insights across the surveillance ecosystem. Built on open standards and fully ONVIF-compliant, it integrates seamlessly with third-party cameras — while Oncam’s edge-optimised devices are the preferred choice for unlocking the full power of the platform’s cloud-native architecture. The next-generation camera family, including bullet, dome, turret, and panoramic form factors, is being engineered for plug-and-play direct-to-cloud deployment. Fully NDAA and TAA compliant, the range features dual SD slots for edge resilience, multiple power options (PoE and USB-C), integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and on-device AI acceleration to support analytics at the edge. Technology partners and infrastructure To enable this evolution, Oncam is working with several major technology providers. Qualcomm Dragonwing processors power the system’s on-device AI capabilities, enabling advanced analytics such as behavior detection, facial recognition, and anomaly alerts while reducing bandwidth impact. “By combining Qualcomm Dragonwing processors with Oncam’s imaging expertise, we’re unlocking a new generation of smart cameras capable of advanced analytics and real-time insights at the edge,” said Sebastiano Di Filippo, Senior Director, Business Development, Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Sandisk edge storage Sandisk edge storage provides high-endurance local recording designed to eliminate the need for traditional NVR infrastructure. Russell Ruben, Director, Technical Segment Marketing, Sandisk added, “Our collaboration with Oncam demonstrates how high-endurance edge storage can transform surveillance, making intelligent video systems more reliable, cost-efficient, and scalable.” The platform’s cloud services are built on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to ensure global reliability and scalability. “We’re designing for resilience at every layer, from intelligent devices at the edge to a secure, scalable cloud backbone,” said Jon Marsh, Chief Technology Officer at Oncam. “That combination will give integrators and enterprises faster deployment, lower maintenance, and a clear path toward full cloud adoption.” Commitment to existing partners As Oncam introduces its direct-to-cloud strategy, the company remains committed to its current strategic alliance and technology partners, including those who bring Oncam cameras to market. Existing product lines, support programs, and integrations will continue as Oncam’s roadmap expands. 

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and the global pioneer in thermal imaging innovation, announced the launch of the Boson+ IQ Development Kit.  The comprehensive solution combines reference hardware with Prism software, empowering integrators to rapidly develop edge AI capabilities using advanced thermal sensing across defence, security, and industrial platforms.  At the heart of the kit is the Teledyne FLIR OEM AVP, powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS8550 system-on-chip (SoC), which delivers an industry-pioneering 50 trillion operations per second (TOPS) with a typical power draw of just 2.5 watts. Multicore architecture Its multicore architecture supports Prism AI object detection models and Prism ISP features Its multicore architecture supports Prism AI object detection models and Prism ISP features, including denoising and super resolution to provide exceptional image clarity in challenging environments. “The Boson+ IQ Dev Kit represents a major leap forward for integrators building smarter, more efficient thermal systems at the edge with AI particularly for autonomy applications such as aerial drones, loitering munitions, and ground-based robotics,” said Jared Faraudo, vice president of product management and programmes, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “By combining our high-performance Boson+ thermal camera with Prism AI and ISP software on a cutting-edge Qualcomm compute platform, we’re enabling faster development cycles, industry-best image quality, and longer mission endurance with minimal power consumption.” Flexibility and scalability The Boson+ IQ Development Kit is future-ready, with compatibility for upcoming additions Designed for flexibility and scalability, the kit includes interface and carrier boards with three MIPI interfaces, allowing developers to integrate visible or other sensor types into their systems. It also comes with the Boson+ and Prism SDKs, hardware interface control documentation (ICD), and expert engineering support, providing a seamless development experience from prototype to deployment. The Boson+ IQ Development Kit is future-ready, with compatibility for upcoming additions, including Prism SKR and Prism Supervisor. Autonomous target detection Prism SKR facilitates autonomous target detection and terminal guidance, while Prism Supervisor offers autonomous operation to designated way points via GPS or visual-based navigation (VBN) location technology. These software-enabled features can add powerful capabilities to mission-critical applications in defence, security, and industrial automation. Experience the Boson+ IQ Development Kit in action at the Teledyne FLIR stand (#S3-110) during DSEI UK at ExCeL London, Sept. 9–12, one of the world’s premier defence and security exhibitions.

At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2025, Alibaba Group showcased a series of AI-driven innovation, unveiling the next-generation intelligent automotive cockpits, transformative collaborations with global enterprises and its first AI-powered smart glasses. All powered by Alibaba’s advanced Qwen large language models (LLMs), these breakthroughs demonstrate how AI is moving beyond the lab and into real-world applications across automotive, facility management and consumer wearable technology. “The innovations underscore Alibaba’s growing role as a pioneer in applied generative AI, delivering intelligent solutions that are not only technologically advanced but deeply integrated into everyday experiences and industrial workflows,” said Jingren Zhou, CTO of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence. Alibaba launches next-generation AI cockpit experience Alibaba has shown its LMM solution, powered by Qwen and plotted explicitly for automotive intelligent cockpits Alibaba has unveiled its latest large multimodal model (LMM) solution powered by Qwen and specifically designed for automotive intelligent cockpits, developed in collaboration with global semiconductor pioneer Qualcomm and Banma, its intelligent cockpit solution provider. Built on Alibaba’s Qwen models’ visual understanding and multimodal capabilities, the system runs on Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8397 platform, delivering a more natural, intuitive, and proactive in-car AI experience. Qwen’s advanced language understanding At the heart of the system is Yan AI, Banma’s intelligent assistant, which leverages Qwen’s advanced language understanding, visual processing, and contextual reasoning to enable seamless human-vehicle interaction. Drivers can use natural voice commands to reserve restaurant tables, purchase movie tickets, request navigation, or find the fastest route. Beyond reactive responses, Yan AI anticipates user needs — suggesting adjustments to cabin temperature, recommending music playlists during long drives, making the mobility experience more soothing. Global firms harness Qwen to drive efficiency and innovation Alibaba also spotlighted how global industry pioneers are leveraging Qwen to transform their operations Alibaba also spotlighted how global industry pioneers are leveraging Qwen to transform their operations, from accelerating product innovation to building smarter, more sustainable cities. For example, Signify, the world's pioneer in lighting, has launched the industry's first GenAI agent powered by Alibaba's self-developed large language model Qwen. By harnessing Qwen's advanced capability to effectively handle complex tasks, the GenAI agent has been integrated into Signify’s connected street lighting system Interact City Flex that monitors, controls and manages street lighting, to further reduce energy consumption while boosting maintenance efficiency. Powered by Qwen, the upgraded system simplifies operation by allowing users to generate and deploy AI-driven dimming strategies through natural language commands. It also flags anomalies and provides solutions to improve efficiency on facility management and maintenance. Alibaba’s Qwen model in GenAI Agent “Digital transformation in urban environments relies on intelligent systems that make city management smarter and more sustainable,” said Hans Nikol, Head of Open Innovation of Signify. Hans Nikol adds, “By making use of Alibaba’s Qwen model in our GenAI Agent, we’re empowering cities to proactively reduce energy consumption and lower operational costs. This collaboration marks an important step in intelligent city management and underlines our commitment to innovation and our vision for greener, brighter cities.” Quark AI Glasses: Alibaba’s entry into wearable intelligence Alibaba has entered the AI wearables market with the debut of Quark AI Glasses, its first self-developed smart eyewear Alibaba has entered the AI wearables market with the debut of Quark AI Glasses, its first self-developed smart eyewear. Seamlessly powered by the Qwen large language model and Quark’s multimodal AI capabilities, the device is designed to serve as an intelligent, all-day wearable assistant that blends style, comfort, and functionality. Lightweight and ergonomically designed, Quark AI Glasses support hands-free calling, music streaming, real-time language translation, and meeting transcription — making them ideal for professionals, travellers, and tech-savvy users. The glasses are engineered to deliver smooth AI-enabled interactions, featuring long battery life and high-quality imaging to ensure a premium user experience. Deep integration with Alibaba’s ecosystem A key highlight is the deep integration with Alibaba’s ecosystem. Users can access navigation through Amap’s innovative near-eye display system, optimised for walking and cycling. They can also use Alipay to watch and pay, compare prices on Taobao while shopping, and receive travel alerts from Fliggy — all through voice interactions. Quark AI Glasses are scheduled for official release in China by the end of 2025, marking a significant step in Alibaba’s vision to bring ambient, context-aware AI into daily life. Qwen model series As the Qwen series continues to evolve, Alibaba remains committed to open innovation, empowering developers, businesses, and governments worldwide to build the intelligent future. With over 400 million downloads and more than 140,000 derivative models created, the Qwen model series has become one of the most widely adopted open-source AI series globally.