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QNAP Systems, Inc. recently announced new Turbo NAS V3.8 firmware; which incorporates sought-after improvements to Turbo NAS multimedia applications and new business features. New features of Turbo NAS V3.8 firmware include support for Windows® 8, improvements in Turbo NAS multimedia capabilities, the addition of Surveillance Station Pro, and proxy client for flexible yet secure Internet access in business environments. Firmware V3.8 supports the newest Microsoft Windows 8 operating system,...

Quartz, Wavestore’s new compact hybrid 16 channel ‘hybrid’  digital video recorder,  is designed to provide a competitively priced recording solution for medium sized video surveillance projects in schools, hospitals, office buildings, manufacturing, car parks, retail environments and a wide range of other applications that can benefit from a small unit that is easy to install, setup and operate. The compact space saving Quartz, measuring just 96mm x 395mm x 330mm, e...

CNL Software IPSecurityCenter PSIM provides COP for organisation critical security systems CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its operations in the Middle East and North Africa in the wake of increased demand for its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM software, and the successful deployments of some of the largest PSIM projects in the region. During 2012, CNL Software has increased it...

The new test system ‘Spectro TP’ – which has been qualified by GlobalPlat-form – advances interoperability in the Smart Card market. The all-interface Smart Card Conformance Test Platform will support operators as well as card and chip manufacturers in successfully marketing secure Smart Card solutions and services. Conformance testing for mobile terminals as a way of avoiding interoperability problems between terminals and cards in the field has been known for a long ti...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently announced the release of TV Station, extending Turbo NAS users’ multimedia experience to online TV watching, recording, and playback. Only requiring simple steps to install a DVB-T USB TV tuner on the Turbo NAS, the TV Station provides an economical option to record digital TV programs and share live or recorded contents with multiple members simultaneously. Live and recorded TV programs are made accessible via web browsers. “As the amount of time spent o...

INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor and software solutions for securing transactions, content and digital identity, recently announced the availability of DRM Fusion for DTCP-IP, a new software-based end-to-end security solution that ensures that high-value content such as high-definition video remains secure and is copy protected when transmitted between PCs, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs, gaming consoles and HD projectors. Offering the latest version of the Digital Transmission Content...

AxxonSoft showcased Axxon Next VMS and Axxon Intellect Enterprise PSIM at Safety & Security Asia 2012 AxxonSoft has made its second consecutive appearance at Safety & Security Asia, participating in the industry event in Jakarta, Indonesia from 5 to 7 December 2012. As the biggest economy in South East Asia, Indonesia offers a homeland security and commercial security market of intense interest for AxxonSoft. AxxonSoft solutions have been deployed over the years in di...

Software House, part of Tyco Security Products, has integrated its C•CURE 9000 security and event management system with Deister Electronics’ key and asset management control system, proxSafe. The interface with proxSafe helps take security beyond the door and into the arena of key cabinets, weapons lockers, radio lockers and other asset storage solutions, where misplaced keys and other assets can result in significant monetary and security costs to organisations. It enables users to...

The conference programme has been developed to bring focus on the key issues and mitigation technology Counter Terror Expo reconvenes at the Olympia Exhibition & Conference Centre in on 24-25 April 2013 against a backdrop of continued strife across various many parts of the globe. This critically acclaimed annual event brings the world’s leading counter terrorism experts together with professionals across the domain space, to help define operational strategies to co...

For access control applications, Videx Security has introduced new ranges of Coded Keypads for applications typically within private sector schools, hospitals, housing and commercial areas. Both standalone and networked versions are available for the control of single and multiple entrances. From a design viewpoint, the new Coded Keypad range complements Videx's existing ranges of proximity and fingerprint readers. The robust surface mounted keypads all have a compact 92mm x 51mm x 25mm footpri...

Oncam has developed a plug-in using the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit Oncam recently announced an integration partnership with Milestone Systems giving customers around the world an interoperable surveillance solution and providing them access to the world’s best, patented 360-degree technology. Oncam has developed a plug-in using the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit (MIP SDK) and has added its client-side de-warping into...

Lightfinder Technology helps to capture detailed images at night in colour without additional lighting Axis Communications AB of Sweden won in the Physical Security category for its Lightfinder technology, which makes it possible for digital cameras to capture detailed images at night—in colour—without additional lighting. Analogue security cameras, by contrast, capture only black-and-white images, which are less useful for identifying culprits. The surveillance...

Crocus has placed its first orders with SMIC to supply 200mm CMOS wafers Crocus Technology, a leading provider of magnetically enhanced semiconductors and China's largest and most advanced semiconductor foundry SMIC, recently announced a new strategic manufacturing agreement. SMIC will supply CMOS wafers to produce Magnetic Logic Unit(TM) (MLU) devices at 90 nanometer, 65 nanometer and 45 nanometer nodes, with a path to process the entire flow. The wafers will be used to manu...

ProTouch Security has grown by 600% in just over three years Lincolnshire based award winning security firm ProTouch Security Ltd. will have a valid reason to celebrate as the clock chimes midnight on 31st December, thanks to their most successful year yet. Established in 2008, the security company will be able to look back on the last twelve months that’s seen them not only handle an element of security for the Olympic Games in London, and the Olympic torch relay in th...

The Javelin card printers offer exceptional performance for low initial investment ID specialist Databac Group has entered into an agreement with NBS Technologies to promote, distribute and support its Javelin range of card printers in Spain. The agreement will allow Databac to respond competitively to demand for professional yet affordable card printers, while helping NBS increase its penetration in the region. Bob Gwyn, EMEA sales manager for Javelin, says: “The agree...

Sagem and Thales bring to Sofradir IR technologies originally developed for their internal purposes Sagem (Safran group), Thales and Sofradir have signed an agreement for Sofradir to acquire Sagem and Thales’ infrared (IR) detector technology development and manufacturing facilities. Sagem and Thales bring to Sofradir IR technologies originally developed for their internal purposes. IR detectors are advanced technology components at the centre of multiple military, spac...

IMS Research estimates revenue from service of EWC detection equipment will grow to $768.9 million in 2012 In the $2.6 billion market for Explosives, Weapons, and Contraband (EWC) detection equipment, technological innovations and controversies surrounding airport body scanners continue to grab headlines. But according to a new report by IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc., developments in the service side of the EWC business should receive closer attention. In its latest EWC...

The presentation highlighted Canadian provinces use of prepaid and instantly issued cards for social benefits program Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, announced that Mike Vaselenak, director, instant issuance in Canada for Datacard Group will be speaking at the Canadian Institute’s National Prepaid Forum in Toronto, Canada. The session was held at the Marriott Bloor in Yorkville, Toronto, Canada on Friday afternoon, Decem...

Brivo was recognised by GSN for its HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 compliance solution Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that for the 2nd year in a row, Brivo took the honour for “Best Integrated System, HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 Compliance” at the 4th Annual Homeland Security Awards, sponsored by Government Security News. Brivo offers two innovative solutions, Aparato and CloudPass designed to serve the unique needs of g...

Honeywell has enhanced its lineup of mobile apps with the new release of the LYNX Touch iPad demo app in the US for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained wireless touchscreen security system. The app is available free of charge and can be downloaded right on the iPad from the Apple® iTunes Store—making it easy for security dealers to demonstrate the product’s features and ease of use to prospective customers.  The app provides an enhanced experience for iPad users than...

VidSys to showcase latest advancements in its PSIM software and hands-on PSIM software demonstration VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at IFSEC & OSH Arabia 2012, taking place December 9-11, 2012 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. At IFSEC & OSH Arabia – one of the largest security, fire and safety events for the region attracting more than 2,500 professionals &...

ESS will bring to INSIDE Secure complementary offerings for a complete security architecture INSIDE Secure recently announced it has completed the acquisition of Embedded Security Solutions (ESS). ESS is a high expertise business which designs and develops encryption-related security hardware intellectual property (IP) and software for a variety of industries, including the mobile and networking markets. INSIDE Secure paid a transaction consideration of USD 41.6 million net of...

Honeywell recently introduced MAXPRO Cloud, a hosted service that gives organisations access to their video surveillance anywhere there is an Internet connection, and without the need for IT expertise or challenging firewall configurations. MAXPRO Cloud offers a new method for installers to drive long-term business value by offering these video services to their customers and generating recurring monthly revenue (RMR) with minimal investment and system complexity. MAXPRO Cloud is ideal for reta...

Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the first products from Linear's new eMerge e3 Series, the eMerge Essential and eMerge Essential Plus embedded browser-based network appliances. Designed to suit most moderately-sized businesses, the new eMerge Essential units provide 1-door/2-reader access control and immediate out-of-the-box expansion capabilities to grow the system to 4-doors/8-readers with no additional h...

INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor solutions for secure transactions and digital identity, recently announced that its Mobile MasterCard (R) PayPass (TM) M/Chip 4 payment applet has attained MasterCard CAST and Functional certification on the INSIDE SecuRead (R) NFC module. The INSIDE payment applet can be used by banks, wallet providers, transit operators, mobile network operators, handset and tablet makers and others in SIM, microSD and other form factors to enable MasterCard payments in...

PESA is introducing its new C58-DMS streaming media distribution system and Vidblox fibre / coax extenders PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, is showcasing its new C58-DMS streaming media distribution system, as well as its Vidblox fibre/coax extenders and PRO-QV4VP quad view video processor, at Government Video Expo 2012 (Booth 416), which runs this week at the Walter E. Washington Con...

Samsung has introduced Samsung Security Manager, a licence-free video surveillance management software platform designed to enable its customers to gain maximum benefit from their investment in the company’s network cameras, encoders, DVRs and NVRs. Samsung Security Manager’s client-server architecture allows for up to 1,152  cameras  installed across any number of buildings or sites to be centrally managed, whilst live or recorded images captured by any of the cameras can...

VidSys, a leading provider of PSIM software, experienced notable growth from 2007 to 2011 VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced it was again named one of North America’s fastest growing companies on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. Buoyed by a growing demand for a...

ADT PulseSM allows customers to arm and disarm their security systems and access real-time video ADT and Southern California Edison (SCE) are providing SCE customers with energy management and reporting capabilities through ADT PulseSM, an interactive home management platform that allows customers to arm and disarm their security systems, control thermostats, turn on and off small appliances and lights, access real-time video, and lock and unlock doors. ADT Pulse can connect...

The new series also supports integration of low-speed input/output AMG, the British manufacturer of sophisticated 5 Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission solutions, will be launching a new series of ruggedised Multi-Service Ethernet Switches at Intersec 2013, which takes place from January 15-17 in Dubai, UAE. The new series not only provides Layer 2 Managed Ethernet functionality, it also supports integration of low-speed Input/Output. This allows Serial Ports, Alarm Contac...