Network / IP security - News

 A presentation made by Alliance chairman, James Kelly, reflected on the progress made by the AllianceThe newly-rebranded Security Regulation Alliance, celebrated its one year anniversary by reinforcing its support for a new regulatory regime for the security industry at this week's Security Industry Authority (SIA) Stakeholder Conference in Sheffield.A presentation made by Alliance Chairman, James Kelly, reflected on the progress made by the Alliance, alongside the SIA and government...

 The market for video surveillance devices with chargeable VCA is forecast to growDespite the continued penetration of "free" video content analysis (VCA) in video surveillance devices, the market for "chargeable" VCA applications will continue to grow quickly. This is one finding from a recently published IMS Research report entitled "The World Market for Video Content Analysis in Security & Business Intelligence Applications". It forecasts that the m...

Matrox Graphics Inc. and Trenton Systems recently announced three new Trenton video wall controllers, tested and validated for use with Matrox Mura™ MPX display wall controller boards. A single Mura MPX PCI Express x16 board facilitates video switching, signal conversion, scaling and de-interlacing across four inputs and four outputs, while combining multiple Mura MPX boards in a single Trenton system simplifies hardware required for larger video wall, digital signage & corporate...

Instek Digital a developer of enterprise video security solutions - with the focus on surveillance software and recording hardware - announces a new feature Monitor Group Function for MatriVideo- Video Management Software enabling, displaying, and monitoring multiple monitors within a single interface. The Monitor Group Function combines monitors and patterns together. The purpose of the Monitor Group function allows distributed users quickly view the same camera pattern on every monitor in the...

Home security is easier than ever now with VIVOTEK IP8133/33W, a 1-Megapixel cube network camera, known as an all-in-one compact device with privacy button and tamper detection enabled. "The IP8133/33W is perfect for residential", said William Ku, Director of Brand Business Division at VIVOTEK. "You get to stay in touch with kids, elders or pets while you are away from home. It puts home security at your finger tips." With embedded multimedia SoC, the IP8133/33W comes...

SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, announces a new generation SightSensor that takes thermal video analytics to mainstream pricing. The new SightSensor builds upon its heritage of accuracy in the outdoors to produce the clearest thermal images and even better analytics at a greatly reduced cost.This significant price reduction brings thermal analytic capability mainstream with pricing per foot on par with fence sensors and visible cameras with...

 The ONVIF specification is generating increased interest for security productsSynectics has demonstrated its commitment to providing customers with interoperable solutions by achieving ONVIF conformance.Synectics' Synergy™ security management software, Simplicity HVR/ NVR and the Primary Storage Node (PSN) range are now fully conformant with the ONVIF core specification 1.02.This guarantees full compatibility with any 3rd party ONVIF conformant IP cameras and video servers - a pool o...

The move includes a commitment by CBC to higher levels of staff training across the company Leading surveillance solutions provider CBC (Europe) is making a significant further investment within its customer support operation, which looks after the company's clients in both Britain and international markets, including Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The move includes a commitment by CBC to higher levels of staff training across the company, with one immediate example being the compa...

Proxim wireless products perform in excess of 4G products on the markets todayWAV, Inc., the full-service, value added distributor of wireless broadband and MESH, networking and WLAN, mobile and rugged computing, data collection, RFID and printers and physical security solutions, has announced its recognition of Proxim Wireless, a is a leading provider of Wi-Fi, Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint 4G wireless network technologies for Last mile, wireless internet and backhaul applications, fo...

HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, and Sony Corporation announced a jointly developed contactless smart card reader platform that embeds secure access control capabilities and Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality into laptops and other mobile devices.  The platform holds a secure element that stores cryptographic keys, which secure the authenticity and integrity of user credentials. It supports widely used contactless technologies for appl...

SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, announces a new generation SightSensor that takes thermal video analytics to mainstream pricing. The new SightSensor builds upon its heritage of accuracy in the outdoors to produce the clearest thermal images and even better analytics at a greatly reduced cost. This significant price reduction brings thermal analytic capability mainstream with pricing per foot on par with fence sensors and visible cameras...

Whether one's a supplier, system integrator, installer or consultant, the challenge of finding an alternative PROX technology reader has been made a little easier. Idesco's Access 8 AH, upgraded to 2.0, is a low frequency (125 kHz) technology reader that not only reliably supports PROX technology but also comes in an enviably wide variety of sturdy housing and user interface options. The Access 8 AHpin 2.0 sports a pin pad for settings requiring higher security and Access 8 AH 2.0 conveniently a...

 Security and Safety Technologies XVII caters for the security community in RussiaSecurity and Safety Technologies XVII International Forum (SST Moscow) is the major event for exhibitors, visitors, purchasers and government officials involved in the security community in Russia, introduces a dedicated promotional campaign for new security products, services, brands, and installations. Multiple opportunities are available for all the exhibitors. The SST will take place February 14-...

 The fingerprint products are compliant with NIST's standards for Personal Identity Verification - FIPS 201 SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that the SecuGen Hamster IV v2 and the iD-USB SC/PIV v2 have been added to the General Services Administration's FIPS 201 Evaluation Program Approved Products List. The SecuGen Hamster IV v2 is an updated version of SecuGen's widely deployed FBI Certified, single fingerprint reader while the iD-USB...

The wider issue of elected Police and Crime Commisioners was also discussedThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) hosted a lively roundtable meeting in the Houses of Parliament on Tuesday (22nd November), bringing together Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum to discuss the future of policing and the role of the private sector in delivering essential services. Chaired by Aidan Burley MP, the discussion generated a lively debate that took into account the benefits and...

 The outdoor PTZ cameras include heaters/blowers consuming 60 watts of powerAmerican Fibertek, Inc. (AFI) announced that its innovative Series of 3-port and 4-port PoE mini-switches (also known as "fibre optic PoE midspan devices") have been certified by Axis for use with the company's Q60XX-e Series (Q6032-e, Q 6034-e, and Q6035-e) outdoor PTZ cameras. The outdoor PTZ cameras include heaters/blowers which require 60 watts of power. To facilitate high powered PoE operation in hars...

 Mission 500 CSR Award is to honour  security industry firms who make vital contributions to those in needMission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2012 "Mission 500 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Award" and "Humanitarian Awards". The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on March 29, 2012 during ISC West in...

With the huge success of Apple's iPhone and iPad in recent years, the user base of the Mac is growing by leaps and bounds. In the meantime, as network cameras become more affordable and widely deployed, their compatibility with the Mac platform has risen in importance. With an aim to become the leading provider of innovative technology, Compro sees the latest market trend and is quick to jump on the Macintosh bandwagon. Come the camera firmware version 2.04, which is due for release in Novemb...

  Idesco's Cardea passive RFID technology presented the lowest energy requirementsIdesco's Cardea reader has proven an outstanding performer in Finland's Electric RaceAbout sportscar immobiliser system. An electric sportscar jointly developed by Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Lahti University of Applied Sciences and Lappeenranta University of Technology, Electric RaceAbout (E-RA) is a full-featured, albeit electric, sportscar boasting emission-free low energy consumption. N...

 Dedicated Micros is holding off additional charges on DVR/NVR products with HDDsCCTV specialist Dedicated Micros part of AD Group announces that despite the current issues with the worldwide supply of hard drives, after the floods in Thailand affected production, it will hold off any potential additional surcharges until after 30th November 2011. "Despite the upward demands on pricing due to the worldwide shortage of hard drives, we understand the pressures that our customers...

The solution significantly reduces the bill of materials when designing USB tokens for authenticationINSIDE Secure and Integrated Device Technology recently announced that the two companies have collaborated to bring to market a compact, single-package secure microcontroller and oscillator solution that significantly reduces the bill of materials when designing USB tokens for authentication and digital signatures.  Available now in different package standards (SOIC8 or QFN20), the INSIDE/I...

 Secutech will offer a broad spectrum of security products, including lenses, cameras, video servers, NVRs & DVRsRunning from 18 - 20 April 2012 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, Taiwan, Secutech, Asia's leading security exhibition is expecting more than 560 exhibitors to showcase their latest electronic security, components of security, fire & safety and information security products and technologies.The three-day show is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media...

Airport Exchange 2011 will be held at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi on 29-30 NovemberCEM Systems, a brand of Tyco Security Products, will showcase its leading access control and integrated security solutions, specifically designed for airports at Airport Exchange 2011, ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, 29-30 November, Stand 2. On display will be CEM AC2000 AE (Airport Edition), the industry's only airport specific access control solution, and CEM's advanced range of hardware products and solutions for airports.  ...

Ecebs will lend its vast experience in providing smart technology in transit systemsThe Open Standard for Public Transport (OSPTTM) Alliance recently announced that Ecebs, a leading provider of solutions for smart cards, terminals, and back-office transit systems, has joined as its latest member. As a full member of the Alliance, Ecebs will lend its vast experience in providing smart technology in transit systems to promote new market opportunities for solutions based on the CIPURSE (TM) open s...

 Hikvision's new series of DVRs have an innovative design utilising dual systemsHikvision, the world's leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions announced that its new series DVRs with redundant systems -the DS-9100HFI-ST series and the DS-8100HWI-ST series won the "Golden Excellence Award" at CPSE (China Public Security Expo) 2011, which was held from Oct 29 to Nov 1, by the exhibition committee.The Golden Excellence Award, granted by China Public Securi...

CRI has developed a portfolio of over 55 patents covering countermeasures to DPA attacksCryptography Research, Inc. (CRI), a division of Rambus, and Mikron JSC (Mikron), a division of SITRONICS JSC, recently announced they have signed a license agreement regarding the use of CRI's patents in Mikron products, including Mikron's secure integrated circuits. Incorporation of CRI's patented technology can protect Mikron's tamper-resistant products against differential power analysis (DPA) and relate...

Keyscan is pleased to introduce the all-new Single-Door PoE (Power over Ethernet equipped) Access Control Unit – CA150. It is a culmination of engineering dedication and Keyscan’s commitment to innovation that has allowed us to continue to offer the highest quality access control solutions for over a quarter-century. “Never before have the access control needs of businesses large and small been so easily accommodated”, says Steve Dentinger, Keyscan Director of Marketing....

The advanced trainer is cost-effective, saving time and expenseElbit Systems Ltd. was awarded an order by the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) for the supply of Armored Driving Trainers (ADTs) for several Israel Defense Forces combat vehicle types as well as for a Forward Observer Trainer (FOT) for surveillance and observation of Israel's borders.  The order is in an amount which is not material to Elbit Systems. Mounted on top a motion platform, Elbit Systems' Armored Driving Traine...

The SVXi systems will be used as a part of a project to secure entrances3DX-RAY, the x-ray inspection specialist, has announced recently that it has signed a new £1,460,000 contract to supply four of its SVXi small vehicle x-ray inspection systems to a customer in the Middle East. The SVXi systems will be used as part of a project to secure entrances to a city that has recently been under threat from terrorist activity. The threat of insurgents and IEDs is still prevalent and each system...

Connexion2 released both variants in October 2011 to help employers cater a wider group of lone workers Connexion2, manufacturer of the multi-award winning Identicom lone worker device (LWD), has further expanded its Identicom mobile offering with new versions of the ‘App' for Android phones and Apple's iPhone.  Offering much of the same functionality as found on Identicom, which is a dedicated device, the latest versions of Identicom mobile provide a lone worker a...