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OPTEX, a pioneer in sensing technologies, will present its latest perimeter and asset protection solutions at Security Essen 2026, one of Europe’s pioneer security trade fairs. Throughout the exhibition OPTEX will showcase its expertise in intrusion detection technologies, alongside its continued investment in the DACH market and its customer-focused approach. Security Essen will also mark Dirk Schiller’s first event as OPTEX’s new Head of Sales DACH, giving customers and part...

Dallmeier will present its latest video security solutions and integrations at Security Essen from September 22 to 25, 2026, together with its technology partners Advancis and barox. This year’s trade show presence will focus, among other things, on integrated solutions for professional video security – from responding quickly to security-related events to efficiently monitoring the network and video systems in use.  Visitors will also have the opportunity to experience the Pa...

From AI-powered hazard detection and connected factories to fire prevention, smart buildings, and robot demonstrations, Secutech Vietnam 2026 opens today in Hanoi with a focus on technologies that help protect, manage, and operate urban environments and production facilities more effectively. Taking place from 9 – 12 September 2026 at the Friendship Cultural Palace alongside Fire & Safety Vietnam and SMABuilding, the 19th edition will host 480 exhibiting brands from 16 countries and r...

Aetina Corporation, a foremost provider of edge AI solutions and accelerator of edge AI infrastructure, announced the launch of MegaEdge AIP-RQ87, a ready-to-deploy 2U edge agentic AI system designed to help enterprises and system integrators (SIs) rapidly implement AI agent, private LLM, RAG application, multimodal AI, and AI-driven intelligent automation. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with high-bandwidth PCIe Gen5 x16 architecture, AIP-RQ87 delivers enterprise-grade AI co...

With the new Privacy Mode, Dallmeier is expanding its video solution with a powerful data protection feature: Operators can centrally and temporarily disable image capture, recording, and image output – system-wide or in defined sub-areas. At the same time, the activated Privacy Mode is clearly indicated directly on the cameras. With the new Privacy Mode, Dallmeier is focusing above all on ease of use: The feature allows operators to temporarily disable image capture and recording for the...

Managing access control for a single facility is very different from overseeing dozens of locations across multiple regions. As organisations grow, security teams must manage more access requests, frequent role changes, and compliance across multiple sites. At the same time, access control systems are becoming more connected to identity management platforms, business applications, and corporate networks. Access control was once considered primarily a door-management function, it is now closely...

The new AIE-VN34/44 and AIE-VO24/34 combine up to 100 TOPS of AI performance, four GMSL2 camera connections, and fanless rugged operation for transportation, AMR, and industrial automation applications. Aetina Corporation, a pioneer AI solution provider and an accelerator of edge AI infrastructure, announces the DeviceEdge AIE-VN34/44 and AIE-VO24/34, Aetina’s first palm-sized in-vehicle edge AI systems, powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano modules. Delivering up t...

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...

3xLOGIC, the foremost provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, has launched VIGIL 13.5, the latest update to its VIGIL Video Management System (VMS). The new release introduces AI Bridge and Face Recognition, allowing organisations to deploy advanced AI-powered video analytics and security intelligence without replacing existing camera infrastructure. VIGIL 13.5 has been designed to support users who wish to improve operational awareness, automate security workflows, and mo...

Matrix Comsec, a foremost provider of enterprise security and surveillance solutions, announced a technology partnership with Yotta Data Services, integrating its SATATYA IP Video Surveillance portfolio with Yotta’s Drishticam AI Powered Cloud Native Video Surveillance as a Service(VSaaS). The integration enables organisations to transform conventional video surveillance into a centralised, cloud-managed, AI-powered security ecosystem that simplifies operations across distributed enterpr...

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...

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...

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...

At the ACI Airport Experience Summit 2026 in Istanbul, Dallmeier will present innovative solutions for airports at booth 31. Visitors will learn how intelligent video technology can help enhance security and safety, streamline airport operations, and deliver lasting improvements to the passenger experience. A key focus of Dallmeier’s presence at the show is the protection and monitoring of security-critical areas on the airside. From perimeter security and the monitoring of runways and ta...

barox Kommunikation announce a collaboration with Octave, enabling Octave Coda Video users to simplify their device and network management via integration with the barox range of Ethernet switches. Driving superior performance and resilience for physical assets and critical infrastructure, Coda Video, Octave’s enterprise-grade Video Management System (VMS), is proven to meet the most demanding of high security environments.  What barox features can be integrated? Eliminating the ne...

Videonetics, the pioneer of the world’s first AI & Deep Learning-powered Unified Video Management Platform, announces the seamless native integration of its AI-Powered VMS with Matrix COSEC Access Control platform, enabling enterprises and critical infrastructure operators to achieve a truly unified, intelligent, and automated security operations environment. The integration combines the power of Videonetics’ AI-driven video intelligence with Matrix COSEC’s advanced access...

Matrix announced the native integration of its COSEC Access Control platform with Videonetics AI-Powered VMS platform, enabling enterprises to unify access control, AI-driven video intelligence, and surveillance operations within a single operational environment. The integration enables a scalable, middleware-free architecture that seamlessly unifies access control and video intelligence. Powered by API-based bidirectional integration, Matrix COSEC (Centra and Vyom) synchronises seamlessly with...

Milestone XPerience Days in Las Vegas are packed with inspiration. Technology partners like NVIDIA and Dell bring their vision for what becomes possible when the right infrastructure meets the right intelligent video platform. Ten Milestone customers will show what this looks like in the real world – from law enforcement and healthcare to smart cities and transportation. And not least, Milestone’s product and technology leaders will share the future of the platform. “Mileston...

With the Panomera® S4 Skyview, Dallmeier introduces an innovative camera solution specifically developed for high-resolution airspace surveillance at airports. The unique sensor alignment enables reliable coverage of areas far above ground level, thus purposefully expanding the application range of modern video security systems. Optimised for airspace surveillance The Panomera® S4 Skyview is based on the patented multifocal sensor technology and provides continuous coverage of large a...

Dallmeier electronic USA, Inc. (DUS) announced the appointment of Dave Dalleske as Vice President, Commercial/Industrial Sales, reinforcing the company’s commitment to accelerating growth across North America and key vertical markets. Dalleske brings more than two decades of executive experience driving revenue growth, building high-performance teams, and executing global go-to-market strategies across the video security, SaaS, and industrial technology sectors. Supporting integration pr...

Smart city technologies have been around for 10-15 years, but advances in video technology and AI make it easier for city leaders to gain value from connected devices across a range of applications, from transportation and public safety to energy. Today, the global smart city market size is estimated to be nearly $900 billion. And, according to Grandiew Research, it is projected to exceed $3.7 trillion by 2030, with compound annual growth rates (CAGR) estimated at 29.4%. In Europe, there are an...

As access control projects continue to expand in scale and operational complexity, traditional standalone turnstile management is rapidly being replaced by cloud-based centralised management platforms. For multi-site, multi-project, and cross-region deployments, customers now demand higher standards in remote control, system stability, operational efficiency, and centralised management. As a professional turnstile manufacturer and access control solution provider, TURBOO develops intelligent c...

At SicherheitsExpo in Munich, Germany, Dallmeier will showcase innovative solutions for large-area video surveillance at booth G01. The main focus will be on the Panomera® V8, which has been specifically developed for applications requiring not only the highest image quality, but also powerful video analytics capabilities. The Panomera® V8 combines multifocal sensor technology with integrated AI-based video analytics, making it ideally suited for monitoring large areas. Thanks to the un...

Nedap, a pioneer in Digital Twin Technology and access management solutions, announces the opening of a new office in Saudi Arabia, marking a further step in its expansion across the Middle East. With a strong customer base in the Kingdom, Nedap’s solutions support organisations in managing secure, scalable, and data-driven access environments across critical sectors. Over the last decade, it’s been instrumental in security projects in the Kingdom across sectors including oil and ga...

India’s CCTV and video surveillance industry is witnessing a major shift as STQC ER compliance rapidly becomes one of the most critical parameters in surveillance procurement decisions. What was once considered a specification-driven market focused primarily on camera resolution, storage, and pricing is now evolving into a compliance-driven ecosystem where cybersecurity, device integrity, and regulatory readiness are becoming non-negotiable. With the Ministry of Electronics and Informatio...

As cities worldwide advance rapidly toward smart urbanisation and logistics automation, artificial intelligence has become a core driver in upgrading transportation and industrial logistics systems. At AI Expo Korea 2026, taking place from May 6 to May 8 at COEX in Seoul, South Korea, NEXCOM will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of AI edge computing platforms at Booth P16, specifically highlighting “AI in Mobility” use cases. The showcase demonstrates how AI extends from public...

Amid rapid international digitalisation and evolving risk environments, Secutech 2026 brought the industry’s latest advancements to the forefront at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre from 22 – 24 April 2026. Concluding its 27th edition, the fair drew 396 exhibitors from nine countries and regions, presenting advanced security, fire protection, rescue, and AloT products and solutions to 14,069 visitors from 37 countries and regions including India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysi...

The Panomera® V8 from Dallmeier has once again received a prestigious design award: at the Red Dot Award 2026, the multifocal sensor camera was honored with the highest distinction, “Best of the Best,” in the “Product Design” category. After already winning the iF Design Award 2026, the Panomera® V8 has now also impressed the jury of the Red Dot Design Award. The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most internationally renowned competitions in the field of design....

As Thailand accelerates nationwide smart city development, Secutech Thailand will continue to serve as a key business and knowledge exchange platform for Asia’s safety, security, and smart-technology sectors. Taking place from 18 – 20 November 2026, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), the fair will unite 400 brands across 11,600 sqm of exhibition space, and is expected to welcome around 14,000 visitors representing government bodies, developers, manufacturers, a...