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As part of their pursuit to develop the smartest locking technology within their markets, Camlock Systems have engineered an adaptable, micro latch system offering multiple configurations, introducing The Series 400.  Miniature locking system The Series 400 is a high-performance, miniature locking system that was designed around customer needs; maintaining security while preserving precious cabinet space. Engineered to make access control possible in applications...

Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, will be presenting its latest innovations at Intersec 2022, the largest security exhibition in the Middle East region, held in Dubai from January 16 to 18, 2022. This year, under the theme ‘Hand in hand for a safer, smarter world,’ Hikvision will demonstrate its latest intelligent products, technologies, and solutions at the show. Cutting-edge technology “Hikvision has been active in the MENA region for 1...

SAFR® from RealNetworks, Inc., the premier facial recognition platform for live video, shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2022. These include letting go of fears around AI, embracing hybrid cloud solutions, and embracing pandemic-driven use cases. The current conversations about AI are frequently fear-based. Coverage in the media has been dominated by depictions of rampant bias and invasions of privacy. While these are legitimate concerns, allowing the fears to...

Vigitron Inc., the manufacturer of networking solutions for security applications announces the release of their network test tools. These tools have been specifically designed to test for the unique PoE and bandwidth requirements for networks designed for security applications. Test equipment increases reliability  “Networks used for security applications have unique requirements,” stated Neil Heller, Vigitron’s Vice President Business Development, “This especiall...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that its KiwiVision™ Privacy Protector™ has been re-certified with the European Privacy Seal (EuroPriSe) for the sixth consecutive two-year term.  KiwiVision Privacy Protector is the only solution to have received the European Privacy Seal certification for its ability to protect the identity of individuals within video surveillance record...

Connected Technologies LLC, the maker of the award-winning Connect ONE® cloud management platform that controls intrusion, access control, video surveillance, critical environmental monitoring, and energy management systems, recently completed a comprehensive update to its application. Starting with a fresh new look that offers an improved sense of intuitiveness and ease of use, especially in mobile applications, users will find more detailed information in an easier-to-locate interface scr...

Matrix has announced that it will be participating in the prestigious and the world’s premier trade fair for Security, Safety & Fire Protection, Intersec 2022. The expo is in the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai from 16th to 18th January 2022. Matrix will be launching its new door controller and exhibiting its time-attendance, access control, and IP video surveillance solutions at the event. About Matrix Comsec Matrix is well-known for its indigenous and innovative range of solutions...

Hikvision, a globally renowned manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions, has expanded and enhanced its popular line of ColorVu cameras with second generation technology that further increases performance to capture clear and colorful images, even in the darkest environments. ColorVu G2 cameras The improved and expanded line of ColorVu G2 cameras incorporates exceptional light-gathering technology employing advanced image processing algorithms and built-in lighting, to provi...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar, and thermal PTZ imaging cameras announces the appointment of Dani Townsend to the role of Sales & Marketing Executive. In her new role at 360 Vision, Dani will join the company developing new customer relationships, new business leads, and maximising sales through new and existing customers, while contributing to maintaining the high level of service support 360 Vision customers have come to expect. Joining 360 Vision from AMG...

Toucan, a pioneer in indoor and outdoor smart home technology, announces the Toucan security light camera with radar motion detection, alongside Toucan connect, a video conference product line with three new products – Toucan conference system HD, Toucan conference speaker, and Toucan stream webcam. The company continues to lower the barrier for homeowners’ accessibility to smart home technology with weather-resistant, easy-to-install, and use options to increase home security. Man...

Vuzix® Corporation, a supplier of smart glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, announces that NEC Solution Innovators Ltd. (‘NES’), a multinational information technology and electronics company and system integrator in Japan, has specified the use of Vuzix M400™ smart glasses for its NeoFace KAOATO facial recognition system. NES's facial recognition technology has been rated the best in the world by the globally authoritative U.S. National Institute o...

Matrix announces that it will be participating in the prestigious and the world’s premier trade fair for Security, Safety & Fire Protection, Intersec 2022. The expo is in the Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai from 16th to 18th January 2022. Matrix will be launching its new door controller and exhibiting its time-attendance, access control, and IP video surveillance solutions at the event. Matrix is well-known for its indigenous and innovative range of solutions for IP video surveillance...

UK-based cloud video surveillance platform, Videoloft, is starting the year with a bang by announcing the first of many new features planned to launch in 2022. Videoloft customers can now connect a monitor to the Videoloft Cloud Adapter and watch their camera live feeds on a local display. Until now, wanting local live viewing was one of the only remaining reasons why security installers and users felt it was still necessary to retain on-premise NVRs or DVRs. But now, as well as remote camera v...

Hummingbirds AI, an award-winning deep tech startup and the creator of the Guacamole platform is once again reimagining business at the speed of sight with its newest cutting-edge privacy-first platform GuacamoleAccess. GuacamoleAccess is a patented video-based biometric platform that manages and controls physical access to the most secure spaces on the planet. Unlike the other biometric solutions in the market, GuacamoleAccess is cloud-independent to ensure the maximum privacy and security sta...

Videonetics, the world’s first AI & DL powered Unified Video Computing Platform (UVCP™) announces the integration of its Intelligent VMS 3.0 with Hanwha Techwin’s, Wisenet series of edge analytics network cameras. Hanwha Techwin’s Wisenet series of security products are well-known in the market due to their high performance, quality and value. Wisenet edge analytics network cameras comprising of XNF-8010RV, XNB-6000, QNO-6082R, PNO-A9081R, PNM-9080VQ, and XNP-6320H h...

No matter where the user is located, winter likely brings a host of inclement weather conditions, from icy cold temperatures to intense rain or snow. Can the outdoor cameras install withstand the season? Aside from knowing how to keep the security cameras working in winter, it is also important to understand the camera ratings suitable for the actual outdoor scenario. Dahua has a few simple tips on what to look for when choosing an outdoor surveillance device: IP67 rating Looking at the IP ra...

Yossi Cohen, former head of the Mossad and current director of Softbank's operations in Israel, spoke at a conference of security consultants of the AI Company Oosto held in Raanana, Israel. Cohen, "Why is Softbank in the world of machine vision and Vision AI at all? Governments and corporations around the world today face security threats everywhere - within the organisation's facilities, on the street, in the face of threats of damage and theft, and of course in the face of national secu...

Essence Group, a technology group developing IoT-based security, safety, and healthcare solutions for homes, families, and businesses announced it is expanding into the enterprise security market by offering a turnkey and customisable security solution for the enterprise market that will protect people and assets. This expansion into the enterprise market is a significant development for the Group’s security business, which has provided solutions to millions of residential and commercial...

A security manufacturer has helped Made Smarter’s trailblazing technology adoption programme mark its third anniversary by reaching a major milestone. Three years from its launch, the government-funded and industry-led initiative helping SMEs drive growth and decarbonise through digitalisation, has supported its 200th business. Perimeter security Among the latest wave of manufacturers starting their journey to use technology to benefit their business, their bottom line, and the environm...

Founded in 2000, VIVOTEK established its headquarters in Taiwan and has concentrated on IP surveillance since its inception. In the era of IoT, going beyond traditional surveillance IP surveillance systems have implemented Artificial Intelligence (AI) and been transformed by powerful IoT solutions. It is at this crucial turning point that we take this opportunity to redefine the positioning during the exciting era ahead with a new brand identity. Modern and digital-friendly design VIVOTEK&rsq...

Dahua Technology, a video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, awarded the Spanish company Videologic Analytics as "Dahua ECO Partner of the year". The award recognises the distinctive contributions of Videologic Analytics to the Dahua ecosystem, which includes a savvy video analytic solution for the energy vertical. As an initiative from the Dahua ECO Partner Program, the "Dahua ECO Partner of the Year" award aims to express gratitude and appreciation to the technology partner...

Videonetics, the world’s first AI & DL powered Unified Video Computing Platform (UVCP™) announces the integration of its Intelligent VMS 3.0 with VIVOTEK, NDAA (National Defense Authorisation Act) compliant series of edge analytics IP cameras. The technology integration empowers operators to easily configure and change the streaming, imaging, and other parameters of the VIVOTEK cameras using Intelligent VMS 3.0 user interface, and to activate Edge Analytics applications running...

Hikvision, a global pioneer in delivering high-performance professional security solutions with tremendous value, has launched an expanded line of 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) cameras, with several models featuring the company’s innovative ColorVu and AcuSense imaging technologies. The new 4K camera series delivers the next generation of high-performance imaging solutions to a wide range of users for mainstream applications. 4K imaging increases situational awareness “Our new co...

Interface Security Systems, a pioneering managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises shared its networking predictions for the restaurant and retail markets. Network transformation Retail and restaurant brands were forced to pivot their business models and customer engagement strategies to tackle the disruptions during the pandemic. Interface saw that brands that embraced digital transformation by...

Senstar, a world pioneer in video management, video analytics, and perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS), announces the integration of its Senstar Symphony™ Common Operating Platform with the HALO IoT Smart Sensor from IPVideo Corporation. The integration allows HALO users to monitor alerts and notify personnel of out-of-normal ranges or levels of vaping, sounds and gunshot, chemicals, air quality, and health, within the Senstar Symphony Common Operating Platform. Innova...

Vicon Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Cemtrex Inc., designer, and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, recently announced the highly-anticipated launch of the Roughneck V2020 Multi-sensor camera. Having evaluated the state of the video security industry early in the pandemic and identified the likelihood of long-term supply chain disruption, Vicon strategically invested in its most popular cameras including the NDAA-compliant Roughneck Seri...

LENSEC and ShotSpotter announce a technology partnership that will see ShotSpotter’s gunshot detection technology integrate with LENSEC’s Perspective Video Management Software (PVMS). The two technologies combine to automate workflows within the PVMS platform to deliver crucial surveillance footage immediately after a gunshot is detected. This new integration saves law enforcement time in critical situations where every second matters. Live surveillance footage Using ShotSpotter a...

Traffic congestion has been a constant problem on the road, especially in urban areas. In China alone, the number of motor vehicles has already exceeded a whopping 290 million as of September 2021. With this massive number of cars, traffic congestions or even road accidents are inevitable without an effective traffic management solution in place. In context, traffic congestion is associated with the contradiction between supply and demand, that is, the growth of the number of motor vehicles and...

StorMagic®, simplifying storage and security from the edge to the core, announced that ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) has joined the StorMagic Partner Programme as a distributor of ARQvault Active Intelligent Repository. VNS selected the StorMagic offering due to the solution’s flexibility and affordability and will distribute it to video data storage resellers across North America. A robust, single solution Storage demands are rising because camera resolutions are increasing in s...

The decommissioning of nuclear facilities poses major challenges for operators. Whether it is decommissioning or safe containment, the amount of nuclear waste to be disposed of is growing at an overwhelming rate worldwide. Automation to handle nuclear waste Automation is increasingly required to handle nuclear waste, but the nuclear industry is reluctant of fully autonomous robotic control methods for safety reasons, and remote-controlled industrial robots are preferred in hazardous environmen...