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Metrasens, a company in advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, announced the launch of its next-generation detection system, Cellsense Ultra with Xact ID intelligent detection technology. This reimagined detection system features expertly designed software algorithms and machine learning to boost all-around detection performance while introducing data collection, reporting, and systems integration. Key features Metrasens has seized the opportunity and created the tech...

Bosch introduces the AUTODOME inteox 7000i; a new model within the AUTODOME family that runs on a new open camera platform called INTEOX. Artificial Intelligence A platform that is set to revolutionise the security and safety industry and benefit customers, system integrators, and app developers. The new AUTODOME inteox 7000i cameras employ built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) including video analytics while moving, machine learning capabilities, and deep neural network-based (DNN) video ana...

Bosch introduces the new FLEXIDOME multi 7000i camera family offering IR and non-IR models that provide 12- or 20-megapixel resolution to deliver highly detailed multi-directional overviews. These overviews are combined with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) to support predictive solutions in wide-area coverage applications such as intersections, public spaces, and retail. Image sensor, remote maintenance Each image sensor, offering 3- or 5-megapixel resolution, attaches a layer of metada...

LenelS2 announced the release of its Elements™ system, cloud-based, purpose-built access control and video management system delivered as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution. The Elements system is designed to be easily installed and simple to use with a mobile-first, intuitive user interface. Information is available at any time and accessible from anywhere on any device. By leveraging the power of the cloud, businesses benefit from automated updates, reduced on-site maintenance, pre...

Security and Safety Things GmbH has announced the launch of its second App Challenge to spur additional creative development in video analytic applications. Through April 26, 2021, participating developers have the opportunity to submit proposals for apps to address specific security, safety and business optimisation use cases in the retail, transportation, stadiums and entertainment, and healthcare verticals. S&ST open camera OS and IoT platform The apps will be designed to run on smart...

Humley, a UK-based innovative provider of Conversational AI Assistants for enterprise has announced its induction to Blue Prism’s Technology Alliance Program (TAP). The TAP program embodies Blue Prism’s commitment to its customers and organisations through providing innovative partner solutions which enable true digital transformation. The program includes several of the world’s leading technology vendors; creating a true enterprise-scale automation architecture with world-cla...

Dortronics Systems Inc., a company involved in off-the-shelf and customised door control solutions, can help facilities implement fast and highly cost-effective solutions to help combat the spread of infection with two of its latest products – the 5278 Touchless Proximity Switch and the 6612 Request to Exit Motion Sensing Door Release. “Door surfaces’, including handles, bars, and knobs are vulnerable areas for disease transmission,” said Bryan Sanderford, National Sales...

SALTO Systems, a globally renowned manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has named Laura Turman as Retail Vertical Leader for North America. “We are expanding our vertical focus across all the verticals we serve and are very excited to have Laura leading our retail vertical business,” said Steve Burk, SALTO Systems North America Director of Marketing & Vertical Businesses. Access control solutions in retail space SALTO’s offerings in the retail space provi...

Vectra AI, a pioneer in network detection and response (NDR), released its global survey of 1,112 security professionals working in mid to large-sized organisations using Microsoft Office 365. The results confirm that the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated cloud migration and digital transformation amongst 88% of companies and that 71% of Microsoft Office 365 deployments have suffered an account takeover of a legitimate user’s account, not once, but on average seven times in...

Body worn camera provider Reveal is expecting a significant rise in new customers following the lockdown as non-essential retailers prepare for another surge in violent and abusive incidents. Growing fears around shopworkers' safety have led 69 retail leaders to petition the Prime Minister asking for it become a statutory offence to assault, threaten or abuse a shopworker in England or Wales, following the introduction of similar legislation in Scotland. High street brands The letter, signed...

ADT Commercial continues its M&A strategy to expand its nationwide geographic footprint by purchasing SAFE Electronics, Inc., Las Vegas, NV. The acquisition comes after ADT Commercial purchased the assets and customer agreements of Atlanta-based Ackerman Security Systems’ commercial sales and service division. Authority comments “We’re so excited to welcome SAFE Electronics to ADT Commercial and to deepen our presence in the Las Vegas area and across the state of Nevada....

FLIR recently celebrated the grand opening of FLIR Systems Middle East (FSME), a newly combined service and support centre based in Dubai. Conveniently located next to Al Maktoum International Airport, the new 33,000+ square foot (3,110 square metres) facility will house state-of-the-art service and repair capabilities. The building features two service labs designed to meet the unique needs of the company’s Industrial and Defence Technologies businesses and products. It will be the new h...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired the textile services business of Invengo Information Technology Co., Ltd, a globally renowned real-time inventory management platform that combines software, RFID tags, equipment and services, to efficiently identify, track and monitor linen and textile assets. Strategic technological acquisition “Invengo Textile Services is a strategic technological addition to the ASSA ABLOY Group. The company reinforces our current offering within the global RFID ecosystem. The...

IDIS’s latest tech-explainer eBook – The Benefits of Deep Learning Driven Intelligent Video Analytics – explores how a new generation of AI video solutions is delivering better security, safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. The eBook, which can be downloaded now from the IDIS website, reflects the company’s commitment to supporting its systems integrator partners as they focus on delivering advanced video solutions into growth sectors. Modern netwo...

Boon Edam Inc., a global front-runner in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that Bothwell Exchange, a new construction commercial space in Glasgow, Scotland, has installed an array of Speedlane Slide optical turnstiles in the lobby and two TQA automatic revolving doors at the main entrance to control access without impacting the building’s high traffic needs. Meets tenants’ connectivity needs Bothwell Exchange is a 9-story, 155,000 sq. ft. commercial bu...

Honeywell announced the expansion of capabilities of its MAXPRO Cloud portfolio with the launch of MPA1 and MPA2 access control panels that offer cloud, web-based or on-premise hosting options. “Our technologies can be integrated into existing systems, helping our customers create and maintain flexible, bespoke solutions that are best suited to their needs, which is especially important for SMBs,” said Rick Koscinski, North America General Manager, Honeywell Commercial Security. Ri...

Dahua Technology, a globally renowned video-centric smart IoT solutions and service provider, is pleased to announce that Vanderbilt International (Vanderbilt Industries) has become the 50th member of its technology partner program.  Vanderbilt’s ACTpro solution brings expertise to the Dahua ECO Partner Program and takes access control to the next level with video surveillance integration. Both companies look forward to enhance their partnership and explore future developments togeth...

Hanwha Techwin, a supplier of IP and analogue video surveillance solutions, announces that Kevin Darnell has joined the company as Retail Business Development Manager for the retail sector in North America. In this new role, Darnell will be responsible for helping partners and customers implement surveillance solutions that maximise loss prevention and streamline business operations. Prior to joining Hanwha, Darnell was Director of Asset and Revenue Management, Loss Prevention at Caleres, Inc (...

Carefully planned safety and security measures will be a crucial part of the successful redevelopment of the high streets and city centres as they seek to reinvent themselves post the effects of the COVID-19 global pandemic, according to security experts, ATG Access. With the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee informed at a January 2021 meeting that the lockdown-induced shift towards online retail will likely be permanent, the high street must move its emphasis away from retail...

Impinj, Inc., a globally renowned provider and pioneer of RAIN RFID solutions, has announced that it has shipped more than 50 billion endpoint integrated circuits (ICs) and three million connectivity ICs and devices, extending IoT to everyday ‘things’, such as apparel, pallets, cases, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, and luggage. This achievement reflects the adoption of the Impinj platform for digital transformation, across diverse markets, including retail, supply chain and logis...

Dahua Technology, a front-runner video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, is proud to announce that the Dahua Global Virtual Innovation Centre is now available to its global customers. By demonstrating its latest technologies, products and solutions through an online virtual showroom, the centre can support customers in designing excellent security systems. Due to the drastic impact of COVID-19, people are having difficulties in gaining access and experiencing the development of p...

The six new cameras added to the Wisenet X PTZ PLUS range have been developed by Hanwha Techwin to enable users to capture evidence grade images of activity occurring in large open area applications. The ability of the new 2MP, 6MP and 4K Wisenet X PTZ PLUS cameras to operate effectively in environments such as airports, car parks, industrial estates, stadia and city centres, is enhanced by a long list of technically advanced features, which include AI-based object tracking, precise PTZ control...

The Genetec Channel Partner program has partnered with Credly to award verified digital badges to European channel partners who complete Genetec certification courses. Badges provide an easy way to share and validate the skills, experience and technical knowledge. Digital badges are the best tool to highlight Genetec certifications and achievements on the website, social media, profiles and more. Think of the badges as a bonus for the hard work—there's no extra cost involved. What is a d...

Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of IP and analogue video surveillance solutions, unveiled two new Wisenet X series NVRs that support the industry’s first video playback and recording of up to 8K super-high-resolution images. 8K recording can cover large areas with sufficient pixel density to allow operators to zoom in digitally and investigate image details in real-time or forensically and still retain a clear image. Recording capacity and storage The new NVRs in the Wisenet X...

New research into the impact of COVID-19 on physical security purchasing decisions has revealed a sharp increase in the necessity/urgency for businesses to adopt hosted video surveillance (VSaaS) and access control (ACaaS) solutions. While 70% of 1000 senior decision-makers in IT, security, FM and HR roles agree this to be the case, 78% also anticipate their organisations’ use of cloud technologies to increase in the future as a result of COVID-19. The independent survey, commissioned by...

With its 16th annual MIPS - Milestone Integration Platform Symposium 2021, 100% virtual and free of charge, Milestone Systems invites partners, customers and media to explore the future of video technology under the theme of ‘Shaping the New Next’. With more than 2,000 registered attendees from across the globe, MIPS (Milestone Integration Platform Symposium) is where the Milestone Systems community comes together to share insights, experiences, best practices and the latest innovat...

Johnson Controls, the front-runner for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments, science-based targets as well as a net zero carbon pledge to support a healthy, more sustainable planet over the next two decades. The company’s and customers’ emissions reduction will be driven by Johnson Controls’ OpenBlue technologies and innovations which leverage big data and artificial intelligence to optimise buildings sus...

Genetec Inc., a foremost technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it is broadening its portfolio of FICAM-(Federal Identity, Credential and Access Management) certified options for its Security Center Synergis™ access control system with the support of Veridt Stealth access control readers. Traditionally, the options for Federal Government organisations to replace a non-FICAM compliant system or to secure a new...

Exabeam, the security analytics and automation company, announced a partnership with Snowflake, the Data Cloud company, to augment Snowflake data lakes with Exabeam security analytics and automation. The partnership enables organisations to identify risks and respond swiftly to incidents across their entire business ecosystem. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated digital transformation, expediting the move to the cloud and increasing demand for improved productivity and efficacy through automa...

Securitas UK has been officially recognised as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for its commitment to delivering exceptional people management and HR strategies. The Top Employers Institute programme certifies organisations based on the participation and results of their HR best practices survey. This survey covers six HR domains consisting of 20 topics such as People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Wellbeing and Diversity & Inclusion and more. Promot...