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HID announces that its hardware-based HID ATOM™ document reader and HID U.ARE.U® facial recognition module have been integrated with Soloinsight's CloudGate™ visitor management and physical identity and access management (PIAM) platform to enhance the self-service visitor check-in kiosk from Connected Technology Solutions (CTS). Designed for global enterprises and critical infrastructure environments, the integration enables organisations to verify visitor identities before issui...

Hanwha Vision has launched its new VGA AI Tele lens Thermal Camera series, introducing a next-generation thermal surveillance solution designed to deliver highly accurate AI-based detection across both land and maritime environments. Combining ultra-sensitive thermal imaging, advanced AI analytics, mission-critical cybersecurity, and rugged durability, the new series is engineered to support critical infrastructure, perimeter protection, coastal monitoring, and border security operations in the...

A critical infrastructure security system unifies high-assurance access control, scalable intrusion detection including video verification, perimeter protection, and lone worker safety into a single platform, helping operators of electricity, water, and gas networks protect distributed sites, support regulatory compliance, and maintain the uninterrupted delivery of essential services.  A loss of these services disrupts economies and endangers communities, which makes protecting them a national...

IQSIGHT, formerly Bosch Video Systems and a pioneer in intelligence-first video security, today announced the release of the AUTODOME 7100s and AUTODOME 7100s IR. Designed for outdoor environments, the new pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras deliver clear images in all lighting conditions and built-in video analytics to secure critical assets day or night. The AUTODOME 7100s series addresses complex surveillance challenges across smart cities, transportation networks, critical infrastructure, and gover...

IQSIGHT, formerly Bosch Video Systems, a global pioneer in intelligence-first video security, announced the expansion of its multi-sensor camera family with the launch of the FLEXIDOME multi+ 7100i. This versatile multi-imager delivers 360-degree coverage, built-in intelligence, and modular flexibility. Featuring four independent 5-megapixel imagers, the FLEXIDOME multi+ 7100i delivers a full 20-megapixel view of an environment from a single IP address. The camera’s unique modular design...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, and Ohio’s Heath City School District today announced that ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the district to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence. Located in Licking County, the Heath City Schools serve approximately 1,600 students and 250 staff members across four schools, including two elementary schools, a...

3DX-Ray has announced the acquisition of ClanTect, a specialist developer of human presence detection technology, marking a significant expansion of the company's security technology portfolio and creating new opportunities across global security and critical infrastructure markets. The acquisition adds a highly complementary detection capability to 3DX-Ray's established range of X-ray screening and security inspection technologies. Together, the technologies provide security operators with add...

Inner Range releases Inception 7.3, delivering new wireless compatibility and a range of usability improvements that further strengthen Inception as a unified access control, video surveillance and security management platform. Inception 7.3 prepares the platform for the upcoming IR Wireless RF Gateway and Remote Controls, due for release before the end of Q3 2026. Security management platform Once available, the solution will enable seamless integration of wireless remote devices into Incept...

barox Kommunikation AG has partnered with Raytec to confirm compatibility of its range of PoE Ethernet switch and media converter products to power Raytec’s VARIO2 IPPoE LED illuminator products. Raytec is a UK-based manufacturer of LED lighting for security, surveillance and critical infrastructure applications, as well as hazardous area, industrial and transport lighting. Raytec's lighting solutions support CCTV and security systems in over 500,000 locations across more than 70 countries...

The expanded uEye FA series adds models with 2 to 12.5 MP Sony STARVIS 2 sensors, combining rugged protection with high image quality for industrial automation and inspection tasks. When production systems are cleaned using high-pressure jets, operate in dusty environments or are exposed to sub-zero temperatures, particularly robust machine vision solutions are required. The uEye FA series from IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH has been specifically designed for such demanding environments,...

Iluminar, Inc., a pioneer in infrared and white light illuminator manufacturing, is alerting organisations to time-limited federal tax credits available for its Power Stack vertical solar poles. These benefits will expire for solar infrastructure builds not concluded by December 31, 2027, giving businesses, schools, non-profits, and municipalities a limited window to capture incentives before the deadline. Under the federal Clean Electricity Investment Credit (26 USC § 48E), Power Stack&rs...

Hanwha Vision, a pioneer in video surveillance and security solutions, announces that selected Hanwha Vision Wisenet 9 network cameras have been granted the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) IT Security Label. The Label demonstrates Hanwha Vision's commitment to meeting recognised cybersecurity requirements for connected devices, supporting customers’ ESG objectives and preparations for the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). The German Federal Office for Information Securit...

For decades, surveillance intelligence meant faster detection, more cameras, sharper resolution, and quicker alerts. That equation is now being rewritten. As video systems move from recognising objects to understanding context, the real differentiator is no longer accuracy in ideal conditions, but reliability amid chaos: monsoon distortion, fluctuating crowds, inconsistent infrastructure. In this conversation, Tuhin Bose, Senior Vice President and CTO at Videonetics, unpacks what “True AI...

Artificial intelligence is transforming video surveillance from a passive recording system into an intelligent platform for real-time decision-making. Powered by deep learning, computer vision, and edge computing, AI-driven video intelligence enables organisations to move beyond post-incident investigation toward proactive security, operational efficiency, and predictive insights. As governments, enterprises, and critical infrastructure expand surveillance networks, the focus is shifting from d...

SharpEagle Technology has announced the launch of its newly redesigned UK website, sharpeagle.uk, created specifically to provide a faster, clearer and more user-friendly experience for industrial customers across the United Kingdom. The refreshed website introduces a modern design, improved mobile responsiveness and simplified navigation, enabling safety managers, procurement teams and industrial operators to find suitable workplace safety products more efficiently. Detailed technical informa...

Brivo, the AI innovator and pioneer in cloud-native physical security, announces Brivo AI Week will take place July 27-31, 2026. This virtual event is focused entirely on practical applications of AI that can be quickly implemented to solve security and operational problems. Designed for security integrators, channel partners, and business owners, the five-day virtual event features interactive webinars with AI experts, a live developer workshop, and new, exclusive AI resources guides and toolk...

3DX-RAY is pleased to announce that its advanced AXIS CXi mailroom screening system has been selected to enhance security at an embassy in Switzerland, providing protection against postal bombs, hazardous substances, and other prohibited items delivered through the mail and parcel network. This latest deployment further demonstrates the growing international confidence in the AXIS CXi as a highly effective solution for safeguarding diplomatic missions and other high-security facilities. Provid...

DMP has announced the appointment of Nicola Oakie, Pete Jankowski and Stephen Carney to its video solutions team. A pioneer in intrusion and access control for decades, DMP’s video initiative is the next step in a carefully executed strategy to provide professional dealers and monitoring centers with a world-class unified security platform. The team will report to Ken Francis, DMP Executive Vice President of Video Solutions. After partnering with DMP for over 20 years, Francis officially...

Iluminar, Inc., a pioneer in infrared and white light illuminator manufacturing, is proud to welcome Dr. Ron Martin, CPP, MSI, as the company’s new critical infrastructure security consultant. In this role, Dr. Martin will work directly with Iluminar clients to conduct risk-informed security planning, strengthen facility protection and access control strategies, and integrate physical and cyber safeguards in high-consequence environments. Growing consulting capabilities With deep expert...

Using IDS industrial cameras, the vvvv real-time platform and custom interactive media installations, the Haus der Geschichte creates participatory exhibition experiences that seamlessly connect technology, storytelling and audience engagement. On 9 December 2025, the new permanent exhibition “You Are Part of History” opened at the Haus der Geschichte (House of History) of the Federal Republic of Germany in Bonn. The focus is on getting involved: Visitors are not only meant to gathe...

ZeroEyes, creators of the multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, launches Harborwatch Association, LLC, an affiliated, risk-focused membership organisation. Initially focused on K-12 schools and school districts that use ZeroEyes visual firearm detection technology, Harborwatch's purpose is to give eligible members access to risk management and risk financing programs connected to firearm and weapons-related threats. The association is designed to help members stren...

Inner Range has released Integriti V26.0, the latest evolution of its flagship unified security platform. This release introduces a range of new capabilities designed to improve operational efficiency, strengthen security, and expand integration across access control, biometrics, and license plate recognition (LPR). Integriti V26.0 brings a major upgrade to how users interact with access control at the door level. With OSDP Reader Text Support, operators can display real-time, contextual messag...

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a pioneer in professional security and public safety solutions, announces its Security Update initiative, a program designed to further strengthen the security, cybersecurity resilience, data integrity, and long-term trustworthiness of its advanced edge-AI camera portfolio. As security requirements continue to evolve, systems must remain reliable, trusted and resilient over time. With this initiative, i-PRO is strengthening the long-term security of its camera systems to help c...

Dallmeier is expanding its software maintenance offering and now provides an additional maintenance package for cameras and recorders. This enables customers to keep their video security systems up to date for up to ten years while benefiting from long-term investment protection and planning reliability. Long-term planning certainty is becoming increasingly important, especially for public sector organisations, operators of critical infrastructure, and companies with long investment cycles. Wit...

Hanwha Vision has introduced the latest version of its plug-in for Milestone XProtect, featuring the new AI-powered Similarity Search alongside expanded integration with Hanwha Vision cameras. The update enables users to unlock the full potential of the AI analytics built into Hanwha Vision cameras, including the ability to quickly locate visually similar people or vehicles across large volumes of recorded video, dramatically reducing investigation times. Milestone XProtect is open-platform vid...

Synectics has launched Scene Check, an automated camera verification solution that enables casinos to verify thousands of surveillance cameras in minutes rather than hours. By automating a process that is highly manual in many surveillance operations, Scene Check helps casino operators reduce operational risk, strengthen regulatory compliance, and restore gaming operations faster following outages, maintenance, or infrastructure changes. Large-scale casino environments Developed specifically...

AI company Eluviant announces the launch of Aurora Flow, a generative AI model built for enterprise-scale video surveillance deployments. The solution has already been deployed in live environments and can operate across multiple cameras in near real time, including in fully isolated environments with no external network connectivity.  Aurora Flow represents a significant technical milestone by solving one of the most challenging problems facing large-scale commercial deployments of video...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, has highlighted the need for organisations in Saudi Arabia to focus on practical and responsible applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in physical security, as security teams manage growing volumes of video, alarms, sensor and incident data amid the Kingdom’s rapid infrastructure expansion. AI is drawing greater attention across the physical security industry. In the 2026 Genetec State of Physical Security r...

barox Kommunikation AG is pleased to announce the appointment of Nikolay Mitev as Regional Sales Manager for Eastern Europe, reinforcing the company's commitment to expanding its presence across the region. Based in Sofia, Bulgaria, Nikolay will be responsible for driving business growth across Eastern Europe and the CIS. His role will focus on developing new market opportunities and promoting barox's full portfolio of managed Ethernet switches and media converters. He will also work to raise a...

Novaira Insights, the market research firm covering video surveillance, has released its 2026 edition of “The World Market for Video Surveillance Hardware and Software”, highlighting a stronger global growth profile in 2025, tentative improvements in China’s market outlook, and unprecedented price increases forecast for 2026 as AI demand squeezes critical components. The new report shows the global video surveillance equipment market grew 3.0% in 2025, an acceleration versus 2...