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As the price comes down and end-user acceptance goes up, the technology is poised for a dramatic increase in deployment. While biometrics is by no means a new technology to the security industry, its evolution in regards to price and end-user acceptance means its viability may be at an all-time high. In this Q&A sponsored by Suprema, Bob McKee, President of Suprema America, discusses these trends and their potential impact on security integrators. Suprema is a global provider of access...

Senstar, a provider of sensing and information management solutions for the protection of critical infrastructure, is showcasing award-winning and ground-breaking technologies at ISC West 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.  Highlighted will be the award-winning sensor fusion engine, a wide range of perimeter sensors, and software innovations for security and business operations. Sensor Fusion Engine “Our development team has made advancements with the Sensor Fusion Engine, a breakthr...

Suprema AI, a company specialising in artificial intelligence–based integrated security solutions, officially launched a high-performance face recognition OEM module called ‘Q-Face Pro’ on March 29 at ISC West, the largest security exhibition in North America. Q-Face Pro is Suprema AI’s response to the growing need for contactless security solutions in the post-COVID world. Q-Face Pro Q-Face Pro comes equipped with a world-class AI-based face recognition algorithm and...

Viakoo, the award-winning provider of service assurance and management solutions for physical security and IoT/OT systems, has introduced major enhancements to its Device Password Manager (DPM) to enable fast, comprehensive, and coordinated management of passwords within IoT devices and their related applications.  DPM enhancements  Unlike other solutions for password management that do not work with IoT devices or do not recognise the tightly coupled relationship between IoT/OT devi...

Vector Flow, the pioneer, and innovator of AI and data-driven physical security solutions is proud to launch its revolutionary identity verification and employee onboarding solution at ISC West 2023, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. The new iPic App provides fast and accurate photo validation for smoother employee onboarding, making it easier for enterprises to manage their workforce efficiently. Fast and easy approval  "We are excited to launch iPic, which we believe will be a game-changer in...

Opening next month from 26 – 28 April 2023, the upcoming Secutech promises to be a productive trade fair for the security industry. The 24th edition will showcase the latest trends in integrated AI and IoT smart security solutions, with over 300 local and international exhibitors poised to present their products in 500 booths across 15,120 sqm of exhibition space at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre. Showcasing innovations  "Taiwanese manufacturers are known around the world for...

VIVOTEK, the pioneering global IP surveillance provider, strives to provide comprehensive security solutions and launches first-ever facial recognition camera that integrates edge computing to help enterprises to quickly identify the gender and age of people in the video on edge, as well as those who are wearing masks. The camera has a built-in memory card with facial data storage up to 10,000 profiles and achieves a 99% accuracy rate of detection. The camera can also target specific images fo...

A reunion of key players from the security, fire safety, and smart building industries is scheduled to take place in the heart of the ASEAN region from 1 – 3 November 2023, as Secutech Thailand returns to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC). Re-establishing connections  With investment continuing to flow into Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), industry players will be looking to find new business connections in the manufacturing, infrastruc...

SALTO Systems will showcase electronic access control solutions including exciting new products and platforms at ISC West Booth 26069, from March 29-31, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.  Smart access control “We have such an exciting slate of access control products and technology for ISC West, including our eagerly anticipated residential solution and industry-specific guidance for healthcare, retail, hospitality, education, residential, coworking, and more,” said Colin DePre...

Ambarella, Inc., an edge AI semiconductor company, announces in advance of ISC West the CV72S 4K, 5nm AI vision system-on-chip (SoC) for mainstream professional security cameras, built on its latest CVflow® 3.0 AI architecture. That architecture allowed Ambarella to create this new CV72S SoC with the security industry’s highest AI performance per watt and fusion of radar and camera data, for better nighttime and all-weather AI perception. Its dedicated AI hardware efficiently runs th...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announces that it recently entered into distribution partnership with TD SYNNEX, a distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. Under the terms of the agreement, TD SYNNEX will provide the full suite of ISS high-trust video analytics and associated intelligent hardware and software products to its extensive network of integrator customers across North America. Video intelligence-ba...

Property developers know that on-time and under-budget phrases can never be taken for granted. Especially where renovations or restorations of older properties are concerned. Hidden structural issues, water damage, heat loss, or aging heating systems; can all be significant (and expensive) problems that can set a build back by months. The same goes for property surveys or insurance claims where potential property issues if missed, can cause big problems later on. Damage detection Tradition...

Safetrust, a provider of secure virtual credential solutions, will showcase its managed ecosystem for highly secure global identities at ISC West 2023, the USA's converged security industry trade show, from March 29-31, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Credential Manager Credential Manager is the central component of Safetrust’s managed ecosystem, offering a cloud-based portal for administrators to manage end users' credentials through a multi-tenant hosted platform. Advanced security featur...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, has announced its featured products for the upcoming RLPSA Conference, April 2-5, 2023, held in Denver, which will be demonstrated in booth No. 513. “We will be bringing our product range to Denver, which is specifically aimed at the Retail Loss market, including new, exciting, solutions,” said Michael Poe, Director of Product Management at 3xLOGIC. X-Series Edge-Based Deep Learning Analytics Building on the...

Freedom of Information requests reveals that the Department for Education has reported a dramatic decrease in cybersecurity incidents over the last five years. ISMS.online found that while in 2018, the Department for Education recorded 139 cybersecurity incidents, in 2022, they reported only 38. Cybersecurity incident records  The number of cybersecurity incidents recorded by the Department for Education over the last five years are as follows: 1st January 2018 – 31st December...

Pimloc, the company using artificial intelligence (AI) to anonymise personal data in videos announces the hire of its first sales leader in North America, Tom Fashola, who will serve as Vice President of US Sales. Role In his new role, Tom Fashola will lead the North American sales strategy, including overseeing the launch and scaling of Pimloc’s technology in the United States. Pimloc’s Secure Redact platform uses AI to protect and remove personally identifying information (PII)...

VIVOTEK, the globally renowned IP surveillance solution provider, proactively expands its AI security business and announced that the company has completed the integration of AI and its new products, allowing VIVOTEK to build users more comprehensive AI security solutions. With rich industry experience and capabilities accumulated over 23 years, VIVOTEK has gradually showcased its achievements in the global market and continued to introduce edge computing to front-end cameras and back-end syste...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance, will preview Eagle Eye Camera Direct Complete, showcase the newly enhanced Enterprise Edition, and new AI-powered tools for enterprise businesses at ISC West 2023, taking place at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas on March 28-31.  Eagle Eye Cloud VMS demonstration The Eagle Eye Networks team will meet with current and prospective customers at Booth 20035 to discuss and demo new products and new features of the fla...

At ISC West, March 29 – 31, 2023, in booth 11053, Bosch will showcase new software, hardware, and services that increase security and safety, simplify configuration and maintenance, and enhance ease of use. Products on display Booth visitors will experience the benefits of a new suite of application-specific edge-based artificial intelligence (AI), services for remote management of video recording devices, and the integration of IP horn loudspeakers with video systems. A central stati...

11:11 Systems, a managed infrastructure solutions provider announced the launch of 11:11 Connectivity Solutions, powered by Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, designed to provide secure and dynamic network services, managed connectivity services, and professional services. Organisations can turn to 11:11 as a one-stop-shop for cloud, connectivity, and security solutions, resulting in lower costs, reduced redundancy and risk, and improved visibility of their end-to-end infrastructure. 11:11 Connectivity S...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance launched an enhanced Enterprise Edition equipped with AI-powered tools such as Smart Video Search with Smart Layouts and other impactful features designed for large, distributed and multinational businesses.  Enhanced capabilities Complementing the core features of the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS, the enhanced Enterprise Edition adds capabilities for the high-stakes security requirements of enterprise businesses:  AI-power...

Has the user ever installed cameras to monitor a parking lot or any other large indoor space? Can a single camera cover a wide angle and maintain surveillance over a large area? GeoVision would like to present Panoramic IP Cameras which are equipped with a single 8MP lens providing a 180 Degree Panoramic View giving an increased coverage area. No dewarping or stitching of multiple lenses is required, as the camera's native view is already a 180-degree panoramic view. AI perimeter protection &a...

Advantech, a globally renowned industrial edge AI solution provider and integrator of NVIDIA solutions, is happy to announce its decision to speak at NVIDIA’s GPU Technology Conference 2023 (GTC 2023). Leveraging extensive experience developing AI edge systems with NVIDIA technology — including GPU cards, mobile PCI express modules (MXM), and Jetson systems on module — Advantech and its partners will deliver four sessions at GTC 2023. Advantech to discuss case studies on late...

Energy security tops the list of the ‘most exciting’ areas of smart utility development, ahead of climate-related and disaster management technologies. This is according to a recent survey among senior professionals at US utility companies, and interviews at the leading utility industry event, DISTRIBUTECH 2023 in February 2023. Commissioned by Wi-SUN Alliance, a global association of industry-leading companies driving the adoption of interoperable wireless solutions for use in smar...

Access control readers play a crucial role in access control systems by reading user credentials and verifying whether they have the authorisation to access a specific area. These readers can either be standalone devices mounted on walls or integrated into entrance turnstiles. As access control systems become more prevalent, organisations need to select the appropriate access control reader that meets their security requirements. COSEC ATOM RD100K The COSEC ATOM RD100K is an innovative acces...

The experts at Proxyrack have revealed the warning signs of a hacked webcam and what to do if users find themselves in this position. 5 signs of a hacked webcam Webcam Indicator Light  If the webcam light is on when users aren’t using the camera this could be a sign that someone is accessing it externally. The light isn’t always the indicator as it can be turned off via settings, so check settings to make sure the light is set to come on when the camera is in use. ...

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced it was awarded a cooperative contract through NCPA (National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance), an OMNIA Partners company. Through the partnership, NCPA will provide public sector organisations with access to pre-negotiated, discounted contracts for ZeroEyes’ A.I. gun detection technology.  Cooperative purchasing agreement...

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, announces the launch of its FREEmium self-serve environment. Starting immediately, users can signup for a free Lumeo Starter account and start building vision AI solutions without permission, and without significant time, cost, or hardware investments. Vision AI & video analytics platform Lumeo looks to significantly accelerate AI analytic deployment by offering developers, solutions engineers, and technical security teams a &ldqu...

To meet the construction industry's demand for time-saving digital innovations, wireless solutions provider Ramtech has revealed the latest round of updates for its REACT cloud-based site protection platform. Audio recording feature In an ongoing commitment to research and development and improving its wireless safety and detection solutions, Ramtech has introduced a new audio recording feature on its REACT platform, which allows users to quickly raise an alert verbally and share details on an...

Milestone Systems, a provider of open platform video management, announces that immediately effective, Rahul Yadav joins the Company from TV 2, the Danish commercial public service broadcaster.  At TV 2, Yadav served as their Chief Technology and Digital Officer. Yadav has extensive experience in managing multi-site, global organizations and leading the transformation of digital platforms such as TV 2’s PLAY streaming service. Artificial intelligence “I strongly believe that...