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Milestone Systems will use the GEFION supercomputer to accelerate the development of sovereign, responsible, and high-performance AI within Europe. The work will focus on the deployment and fine-tuning of the world’s most advanced AI Vision Language Model (VLM) for traffic and smart city applications, developed by Milestone in collaboration with NVIDIA.  Today, millions of video cameras capture valuable footage that could improve everyday life. Yet much of this potential remains...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has opened its cutting-edge Experience Centre in Paris, reinforcing its commitment to the French market and accelerating its expansion in this key market.  The Paris Experience Centre provides a dedicated space for customers and partners to engage directly with Hanwha Vision’s next-generation AI surveillance technologies. Visitors can experience firsthand how the company’s latest solutions – including AI-powered cameras...

Roc Technologies, a managed services provider, has announced it has been chosen as the strategic partner by the City of London Corporation to deliver an end-to-end networking connectivity solution, encompassing a UK-first enterprise SASE rollout for public services, AI-driven wireless capability and high-availability internet. Fuelled by a mandate to create a “One City” experience for millions, the City of London aims to redefine how world-class connectivity empowers residents, visi...

Milestone Systems, a world pioneer in data-driven video technology, announced a forthcoming generative AI-powered video analytics plug-in for its XProtect video management software, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA. Designed to help operators contextualise alarms and focus on what truly matters, the new tool automates video review, filters out false alarms, and based on initial findings could reduce up to 30% of operator alarm fatigue. A beta version will debut at Smart City Expo World C...

At GSX 2025, September 29 – October 1, Bosch Video Systems will introduce products and solutions designed to significantly enhance situational awareness for customers. Visitors to the GSX booth 1555 will experience a GenAI solution with reasoning capabilities, cameras with edge-based AI, and the latest version of BVMS software that helps users focus on events that need attention. Leveraging visual intelligence, the new offerings empower customers to anticipate potential incidents and qui...

The Board of Directors of The Monitoring Association (TMA) announces the appointment of Whitney A. Doll as the organisation’s new CEO. A dynamic association executive with over 18 years of experience, Doll has dedicated her career to helping mission-driven organisations expand their reach, optimise operations, and deliver unparalleled value to members, customers, and stakeholders. Doll will assume executive management responsibilities at TMA effective October 1, 2025. Commitment to innov...

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...

With Thailand aiming to develop 105 smart cities by 2027 under the Thailand 4.0 and Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) programmes, Secutech Thailand 2025 is dedicated to delivering valuable solutions that directly address the country’s forward-thinking Smart City initiative. Scheduled to take place from 5 to 7 November at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC), the event responds to growing demand for integrated safety and security technologies driven by rapid urban planni...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Kraus as Director of Strategic Operations for its Allient Defense Solutions (ADS) business unit. In this role, Greg will lead project and operational excellence initiatives across Allient sites contributing to defense market solutions, while also serving as General Manager of Allient’s Wate...

Gate Logic Security, a pioneering provider of advanced automated gates and perimeter security solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of Aurora Services Inc., a respected name in customised security gate design and automation. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Gate Logic Security’s capabilities and extends its reach to a broader range of residential, commercial, and estate clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Secure physical perimeters Combined company wil...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the pioneer global organisation for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, is pleased to announce the launch of a new suite of free online training courses exclusively for its members. This initiative is part of a newly signed three-year partnership with Ciphr eLearning, a cloud based HR software company that integrates HR, payroll, learning and recruitment, that is transforming how organisations deliver training an...

The revised EU Construction Products Regulation officially came into force on January 7, 2025, bringing updates to the regulatory framework for construction products. However, despite its adoption, nothing will change in the short term for CE marking and EU declarations of conformity, including those in the fire safety industry. Evolving compliance Until new harmonised technical specifications are developed and adopted - based on a forthcoming standardisation request - the existing harmonised...

Vemotion Interactive, the UK manufacturer of low-latency, high-performance, plug-and-play live video streaming solutions, has launched a new version of their popular Polecam rapid deployment camera.  Polecam Development of the innovative and ultra-reliable original rapid deployment CCTV camera, the new Polecam delivers high-quality live video, even over low bandwidths, to provide a robust, integrated wireless video surveillance solution that also features a fast ‘plug...

Milestone Systems, a global pioneer in video technology, is at the forefront of the video security industry, emphasising responsible technology innovation across its operations. The company will host this free, one-day event on May 7 in Toronto. Geared to IT pioneers and security professionals, the day will feature engaging presentations from Milestone's technology partners across key industries such as education, healthcare, city surveillance, and hospitality. Attendees will gain insights into...

At ISC West 2024, April 10-12, in booth 11053, Bosch will showcase solutions using visual and audio intelligence to enhance security, safety, and operations across industries, including energy and utilities, education, smart cities, and more. Intelligent Video Analytics Pro Edge-based application-specific analytics accurately detect, classify, and count objects, enabling the latest video cameras from Bosch to act as sensors, serving as the foundation for solutions that help secure perimet...

Portable Solutions Group (PSG) is proud to announce the launch of its newest product offering, the MAC-Link ™. This groundbreaking product marks a significant and revolutionary advancement in construction turnstiles and safety management. Real-time reporting PSG partnered with United Rentals to deliver a flexible and lower-cost site access solution to its broad customer base. By enabling data capture and real-time reporting for workers on the site, the construction industry's digital t...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, is unveiling a new, joint solution in partnership with Bosch Security and Safety Systems at the ISC East booth #845. This seamlessly integrated solution stands uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centres, and airports, through the strategic combination of Quanergy’s Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR solution and Bosch Video Systems. Advan...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, is unveiling a new, joint solution in partnership with Bosch Security and Safety Systems at 2023 ISC East booth #845. This seamlessly integrated solution stands uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centres, and airports, through the strategic combination of Quanergy’s Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR solution and Bosch Video Systems. Dete...

With the ever-increasing number of vehicles on the road, it is imperative to constantly improve the quality of transportation monitoring and traffic management in both urban and rural areas. As a world-pioneering video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, Dahua Technology released its Intelligent Traffic Solution to provide comprehensive and intelligent road transportation solutions and smart technologies, enabling safer and more sustainable roads and ensuring people's safe and efficient...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that the Mesa, Arizona Police Department (MPD) has launched a state-of-the-art real-time crime centre (RTCC) based on Genetec™ Security Center, Genetec Citigraf™, and Genetec Clearance™. Within the first 12 months of the opening of the RTCC, the MPD solved more than 930 felony and 640 misdemeanor cases and recovered over 268 stolen vehicles while e...

Presight, the region’s pioneering big data analytics company powered by generative AI, is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with New Jersey-based Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), a global pioneer in video analytics system development. ​ Enhancing video analytics ​This strategic collaboration, which was formalised with a signing ceremony on the Presight stand at GITEX GLOBAL 2023 in Dubai, marks a significant step towards harnessing the potential of...

360 Vision Technology, the UK CCTV camera manufacturer and long-term technical partner Bi3, who are experts in human, vehicle, and object detection analytics, will be displaying their latest range of Predator and stainless-steel industrial Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras for traffic applications, at Highways UK, NEC, 18-19 October, stand 39, Hall 3a.   Reliable, high-quality monitoring In association with Bi3’s specifically designed video analytics for highway applications, 360 Vis...

Fast-expanding First Response Group (FRG), the nationwide security, risk and property protection business, has strengthened its foothold in the events and stadia security management sector with the acquisition of Wembley-based ISC. The acquisition, which was completed this week, is part of the group’s strategy of diversification, whilst underpinning its strategic expansion into stadia, arena and the leisure crowd-safety sector. According to the group’s CEO, Simon Alderson, the acqui...

Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security and telecom products at IREE 2023. This event is scheduled from 12th to 14th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2.120, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Matrix is the first company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras for Indian Railways. Matrix cameras are certified by STQC, Delhi lab for following the OWASP ASVS 4.0 mandated by...

i-PRO Co. Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, has released the latest version of its popular Active Guard application that adds support for Vaxtor automatic licence plate recognition (ALPR) and make, model, colour (MMC) vehicle identification. The Vaxtor software has been tuned to run efficiently on the edge when installed within i-PRO AI-enabled cameras, providing the same level of performance normally associated with high-end PC processo...

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honour to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventu...

Elite Interactive Solutions (EIS), the pioneer in guard replacement services using proprietary intelligence and 100% verified police calls, announces its industry-pioneering remote guarding services are impacting crime prevention at a record pace through the first three quarters of 2023.  Incident management As of Sept. 29, Elite’s Security Operations Command Centre (SOCC) had directly prevented more than 53,000 incidents since the beginning of 2023 and teamed with law enforcement i...

According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”), hospitals are considered one of the most dangerous places to work in America. In fact, OSHA describes hospitals as generally “hazardous” places to work, contributing to missed days of work and adding to the high cost of healthcare. In 2019, OSHA reported, “U.S. hospitals recorded 221,400 work-related injuries and illnesses, a rate of 5.5 work-related injuries and illnes...

Entrust, a global pioneer in trusted identities, payments, and data announced its pioneering role in the evolution of digital travel experiences. Eurostar SmartCheck system With Entrust solutions helping to power the Eurostar SmartCheck system, the UK Home Office's digitised immigration application process, the new UK Electronic Travel Authorisation, and more, Entrust is pioneering the implementation of Digital Travel Credentials that are transforming the travel experience. "Entrust's partici...

Barrier1 Systems, the industry pioneer in perimeter-hardening physical security vehicle barriers, is showcasing its robust offering of crash-rated security and safety bollards at NACS 2023, in booth #B5205, October 4th through 6th in Atlanta, GA. Barrier1’s vehicle barrier experts will be on hand to discuss the company’s range of crash-tested bollards, purpose-built to protect convenience stores, gas stations, and public-facing retail establishments from the costly personal liabilit...