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An access control system is familiar technology to organisations of every size and structure. Access control may operate as a standalone electronic locking system. It can also integrate with complementary business systems, such as HVAC, time-and-attendance, in-house payments and more. What many businesses may not know is that by restricting their access system with wires, they are not using the full potential of the electronic access control system. High expense of wiring doors In many compan...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards, a globally recognised awards function that is presented by the Security Industry Association, with the support from sponsors - AVISIAN, IDEMIA and SIA’s Identity & Biometric Technology Advisory Board, along with the Women in Security Forum. 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards The recipients of the Security Industry Association’s 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards will b...

With the wider industry facing component shortages and rising prices, i-PRO EMEA has introduced a new quick delivery service and confirmed that prices will remain unchanged for all i-PRO camera line-ups, underlining the company’s commitment to be the trusted next generation partner for the security industry. In response to customer demand for more flexibility in installation, the company has also added its first i-PRO branded black security camera models to its product portfolio. Quick D...

The new 2 MP compact 12x zoom PTZ dome camera from IDIS is the smallest in its class and comes packed with high performance features and smart functions, along with rapid installation assured. Featuring the same size and appearance as a typical fixed mini dome camera, the DC-S6261X-A delivers exceptional image capture, even in rapidly changing and dappled light conditions. This makes it ideal for real-time monitoring and recording, in a wide range of indoor applications, ranging from retail, ho...

Vistacom Inc., a global provider of audiovisual, communications and control room solutions, has announced the availability of its brand new and improved Vistacom SecureView all-in-one command centre kit, the most straightforward and intuitive of its kind. Vistacom SecureView Vistacom SecureView is an affordable, pre-engineered video wall and display solution that makes easy self-assembly a reality for small and medium operations centres, with best-in-class products, expert remote support and a...

Having concluded the qualifying rounds with the participation of over 2700 students, the regional finals are now about to begin, including 48 institutions in 14 regions, for a total of 71 classes. More than 1400 students are competing in a game based on multiple-choice questions, consisting of digital challenges between schools in areas that include Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing. The contest, based on innovative technologies, is designed to attract st...

IDEMIA, the world pioneer in Augmented Identity announced that it will present its FY 2021 financial results and 2022 budget to investors on February 28th, 2022. Pierre Barrial (President & CEO) and Didier Fontaine (COO) will be presenting the financial results and taking questions the same day at 4:00 pm CET (3:00 pm London Time / 10:00 am New York Time).

Banks, payment service providers (PSPs), schemes, and other financial institutions can now benefit from a uniquely high level of sensitive data protection and application attack resistance, following the launch of White-Box Works, a next-generation EMVCo-evaluated White-Box code generator, from PACE Anti-Piracy, Inc. Unlike traditional solutions, White-Box Works gives the customer complete and independent control over their protected code, thereby ensuring their encryption keys and proprietary...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that Genetec Inc. (Genetec) and SAGE Integration will each receive a 2022 SIA Member of the Year Award. SIA will present the honourees with their awards on March 22, 2022 at The Advance 2022, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will take place during the ISC West 2022 exhibition, at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The SIA Member of the Year award honours SIA member companies that have shown notable involvement...

In 2022, Kohlbecker Gesamtplan GmbH is celebrating 90 years in Industrial Architecture and pushing boundaries in digitising the industry. Making use of cutting-edge technology, the company has become Europe’s general planner and emphasises sustainability while working towards a carbon-neutral footprint. About Kohlbecker Gesamtplan GmbH Ever since the company was founded by Karl Kohlbecker in 1930, three generations of Kohlbecker men have dedicated themselves to being responsible for coun...

Morphean, a pioneer in Security-as-a-Service and cloud analytics, has announced a new whitepaper that explores the security challenges associated with the growing prevalence of the flexible working model. As businesses adapt to the post-COVID era by offering employees greater freedom in when and where they work, security professionals need to respond and keep pace with these dynamic, more fluid working patterns. Automation and AI As demand for flexibility grows, the need to monitor...

By the initiative of Stfalcon LLC (stfalcon.com), supported by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, Ajax Systems has launched the Air Alert app, already available in Google Play Market and AppStore. The Air Alert app instantly informs about the beginning and end of a civil defence alert in the region. No registration is needed and the user is only required to select the region. The Air Alert app does not collect users’ data or geo-location data. The Air Alert app The app g...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), a pioneer in high-performance computing, storage, networking solutions, and green computing technology, will demonstrate the latest technologies, purpose-designed for 5G networks and Edge computing across Telco and IoT deployments at MWC 2022. A wide range of products and demonstrations that address the demanding needs of operators worldwide will be shown by Supermicro experts. Edge data processing Computationally complex Edge data processing is becoming a r...

Genetec Inc. (Genetec), a globally renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared the results of its state of the industry report. Based on insights from over 2,000 physical security leaders from around the world, the report looks at how the role of physical security continued to evolve in 2021, as organisations adapted to changing conditions. The changing role of physical security Physical security continues to evo...

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced the recipients of its 2021 Supplier Awards. ADI selected Nortek Control as Supplier of the Year for North America. ADI also recognised suppliers in the categories of Operations, Marketing, DX Marketing, and Sales Support, New Product of the Year, and Rookie of the Year. Recognising achievements of suppliers "Congratulations to the ADI 2021 Supplier Award winners. Our supplier relationships ar...

AxxonSoft is taking part in the prominent US security industry trade show - ISC West 2022 that will be held from March 23 to March 25, 2022, at the Venetian Expo (The Venetian Convention and Expo Center), in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. AI-enabled VMS and Cloud solutions The company invites all security professionals, from the integrator and end-user side, to explore their new AI-powered VMS and Cloud solutions, at booth 26099, at the ISC West 2022 exhibition. AxxonSoft’s products and soluti...

At LogiMAT 2022 (Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre) exhibition, taking place from May 31 toJune2,  2022, as a sub-exhibitor on the Cluster Mobility & Logistics stand (Hall 8, Stand C55), Dallmeier will present a broad portfolio of image-based solutions for process optimisation, specifically addressing customers in intra-logistics. Image-based process management From monitoring transfer of risk procedures, by way of rapid response to failures and on to the efficient control of goods and info...

viisights, a developer of unique behavioural recognition video analytics, has announced a US$ 10 million fundraising round, led by Israeli VC firm - Hive2040, with the participation of Migdal Insurance and existing investors, headed by Firstime Ventures. These funds will expand marketing efforts and product enhancements for viisights, in order to penetrate additional target markets, and initiate a new SaaS business model. Asaf Birenzvieg, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-Founder at viis...

The Security Executive Council (SEC) and the Energy Security Council (ESC) have formed an alliance that will result in enhanced value to the energy sector and members of both organisations. About ESC and SEC The Energy Security Council has been a leader in energy security education and networking since 1982. The ESC provides a platform for energy sector security practitioners to exchange ideas and best practices and share information on evolving security issues. The Security Executive Council...

Arista Networks, a pioneer in data-driven networking announced that its 720XP series of switches for campus deliver embedded security and packet analysis. By embedding NDR (Network Detection and Response) capabilities into the Arista EOS-based switches themselves, customers derive broader visibility and threat hunting across the modern cognitive campus. The secure infrastructure optimises existing human workflows and drives automated risk mitigation without the need to deploy additional an...

LastPass, the pioneer in password management, released the findings of an IDC Global Survey on Identity and Access Management by LastPass. The survey revealed that “balancing company security requirements and the employee user experience” is the number one identity challenge, followed by “employees struggling with too many passwords.” Accessing different tools As organisations continue to face the challenges of managing a higher volume of remote employees who need to a...

Patriot One Technologies has announced it was awarded a contract worth nearly US$ 1 million CAD with Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND), to further develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled full motion video analytics application. This technology will be used to detect, classify and track objects and events of interest, initially for DND applications, and in the future across multiple domains. As an innovative piece of AI-powered intellectual property, Patriot One will le...

SAGE Integration, globally renowned security technology provider serving enterprise Fortune 100 clients, has announced the appointment of two new Senior Account Executives, in order to accommodate the security integrator’s continued rapid growth. Both new hires, Victoria Lepone and Anne Claghorn, will work from SAGE Integration’s Philadelphia office. Senior living housing, data centres expert Victoria Lepone specialises in multi-family and senior living housing, data centres and c...

Patriot One Technologies announced it was awarded a contract worth nearly CAD 1 million with Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND), to further develop artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled full-motion video analytics application. This technology will be used to detect, classify and track objects and events of interest, initially for DND applications, and in the future across multiple domains. As an innovative piece of AI-powered intellectual property, Patriot One will leverage the...

Following its mission to be the trusted next-generation AI camera vendor, i-PRO EMEA has announced the introduction of its new multi-sensor camera range with deep learning intelligence at the edge. As the next step in i-PRO’s AI-ification strategy of the security industry, these new cameras come pre-installed with four powerful AI analytic applications, but are also open for customisation with other 3rd party analytics to meet customers’ needs. New i-PRO multi-sensor cameras The n...

Axxon Next VMS (version 4.6.0 Beta) now supports the new ONVIF Profile M standard. AxxonSoft was listed on the official ONVIF website among the first three developers of Profile M conformant VMS. Released in June 2021, Profile M provides a standard way of communicating metadata and events between analytics-capable devices and services. It supports analytics configuration and information query for metadata, as well as metadata filtering and streaming. ONVIF Profile M ONVIF Profile M includes i...

Leonardo has announced the winners of the first challenges promoted on Solvers Wanted, the innovation scouting platform. With this, Leonardo expands its ecosystem for encouraging research and innovation processes, with Open Innovation initiatives, involving the academic world and start-ups, enlarging the network of organisations sharing the same vision. ‘Technology and Innovation Needs’ Leonardo set the challenges, starting with ‘Technology and Innovation Needs’ Leona...

Hexagon Geosystems will exhibit its smart LiDAR-based 3D Surveillance Solution live at ISC West 2022 global security event. Live demonstrations at the company’s booth will include:  3D functionality: Hexagon’s 3D Surveillance portfolio includes the Leica BLK247 sensor (fusing LiDAR, video and thermal imaging) and advanced Accur8vision software that enables an advanced view of alarm situations and uses an intuitive 3D environment for simple planning and virtual testing. AI f...

Dragonfruit AI, the most advanced AI analytics platform solutions company, has announced the release of Dragonfruit Frontier, a new Cloud VMS with AI analytics included. Frontier delivers a fully integrated experience, combining consumer-grade usability with enterprise-grade capability. Finally, the industry can have Silicon Valley smarts without the rip-and-replace demands. Advanced AI analytics platform “Most traditional VMSs haven’t kept pace with AI advances and only offer bol...

Alcatraz AI, the globally renowned company in physical security technologies, has announced that they will be showcasing their state-of-the-art, autonomous access control system, the Rock, at ISC West 2022 (Booth 21124). ISC West 2022 Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous access control through AI-powered facial authentication that works in real-time, making spaces safer. The ISC West 2022 security conference will be taking place at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA fro...