IP security & surveillance news
March Networks, a global renowned video security and video-based business intelligence solutions company, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Retail Solution to include fraudulent return investigations through the Zebra Savanna data intelligence platform. March Networks’ new integration – between its Searchlight for Retail software and Doddle, which designs, develops and integrates consumer fulfilment technology – is powered by Zebra Savanna, a cloud-based platform tha...
ONVIF, the renowned global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its 21st Developers’ Plugfest late last year in Rome, an event that highlighted the continued demand for interoperable solutions. More than 30 developers and engineers from 18 ONVIF member companies gathered for this multi-day event, which featured 164 hours of testing. Attendees tested their implementations of ONVIF profiles along with other ONVIF profile-conformant products. Developers...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected five recipients for the 2020 SIA RISE Scholarship, a program offered through SIA’s RISE community of young security professionals that supports the education and career development goals of young industry talent. Through this scholarship program – open to SIA student members and RISE members who are employees at SIA member companies – each awardee will receive a $3,000 scholarship to use toward continuing education and profes...
As it is a new year and decade, it is prime time to assess the state of the video content analytics industry and ponder how it might evolve in the coming 12-18 months. The video surveillance market has been booming for many years, but the introduction of complementary video intelligence technology has enabled users to derive more value from their video surveillance investments, transforming video into actionable intelligence based on deep learning techniques and artificial intelligence. This is...
Userful Corporation (Userful), the globally renowned provider of AV-over-IP solutions for enhanced visual communication and systems, has announced the availability of new capabilities in retail for its Visual Networking Platform (VNP). New features for edge computing New features for edge computing enable retailers to seamlessly deploy digital signage and legacy retail applications to all their visual display devices, from LEDs to kiosks, tablets, video walls and single displays, either on-pre...
Allied Telesis will facilitate the centralised management of large and medium-sized surveillance networks by integrating ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) specifications with their Autonomous Management Framework (AMF) technology. Competition among manufacturers of network components and solutions has been extending into the growing surveillance market for some time. But to date, Allied Telesis is the only manufacturer of Ethernet switches that integrates the Profile Q protocol. This s...
Axis Communications has made another step towards a green camera portfolio by introducing the company’s first cameras that are free of hazardous brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, (BFR/CFR free). AXIS P13 and M30 Cameras The new cameras within AXIS P13 and AXIS M30 Network Camera Series are the result of Axis’ focus on sustainability and alignment with the UN Sustainability Development Goals. By developing cameras that don’t contain harmful halogens, Axis has made a...
Sustainability is one of the current megatrends. Unsurprisingly, as climate change affects everyone. And, just as everybody is part of the problem to various degrees, everyone can also be part of the solution. Industry-sponsored initiatives Indeed, increasing customer awareness is driving change, as is pressure from non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and industry-sponsored initiatives that advocate stricter guidelines for manufacturers. The UN Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) also p...
Ambarella, Inc., an artificial intelligence (AI) vision silicon company, announced that Ambarella and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) customers can now use Amazon SageMaker Neo to train machine learning (ML) models once and run them on any device equipped with an Ambarella CVflow-powered AI vision system on chip (SoC). Until now, developers had to manually optimise ML models for devices based on Ambarella AI vision SoCs. This step could add considerable delays and errors to the application deve...
abode systems, a provider of DIY smart home security, announced that abode Outdoor/Indoor Smart Camera, a versatile video camera developed in direct response to demand for robust indoor/outdoor and front door video protection. Modular by design, the new abode camera can be used indoors and outdoors and can be deployed using a number of included mounts to optimise installation flexibility and provide intelligent video coverage wherever customers need it most. Standalone video camera solution A...
Some of the largest machinery in the world depends on the smooth operation of tiny ball and roller bearings. In order to detect abnormalities in bearings that can hamper machine performance, 100% inspection is required by state-of-the-art machine vision systems. Ideally, this inspection would be fast, automatic, and contactless to avoid any damage to the bearings. 3DPIXA 3D stereo line scan camera Active Inspection has developed a system based on the Chromasens 3DPIXA 3D stereo line scan camer...
Salient Systems Corporation, a globally renowned provider of enterprise video surveillance management solutions, is pleased to announce Sanjit Bardhan has been appointed as Director for the Middle East, Africa, and India. Mr. Bardhan will report to Ethan Maxon, Vice President - International Sales, at Salient Systems. Global sales expert Mr. Sanjit Bardhan is an accomplished, proven and highly motivated global sales leader with demonstrated success growing and transforming businesses through s...
Swann is excited to unveil its 2020 suite of wire-free home security cameras at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020. Swann’s expanded Smart Home solutions lineup now includes the Swann Wire-Free Security Camera, Wire-Free Doorbell & Chime, and the Wi-Fi Security Tracker Camera, which is a CES 2020 Innovation Award honouree. CES 2020 “At Swann, we recognise the security needs of everyday home users and are committed to simplifying this for our consumers,” said Michael...
Zenitel is pleased to present IC-EDGETM at Intersec Dubai 19-21 January and welcome everyone to discover the future of intelligent communication, at stand SA-I33. Zenitel’s team looks forward to meeting with the visitors at Intersec Dubai and introducing them to IC-EDGE, the company’s next-generation platform and family of intelligent communication devices, delivering out-of-the-box unrivaled sound quality, interoperability, security and ease of use. IP-based intercom system IC-EDG...
Developed and launched in 2014, FERMAX FOR REAL, the Augmented Reality application for mobiles and tablets has now been released in a new improved version. It includes new products, a more modern design and a new marker to activate the augmented reality. End users can interact with the product as if it was real and see how Fermax video door entry systems would look like on the exterior and interior of their home. That is the great advantage of Augmented Reality: the possibility of combining the...
EET Europarts, the globally renowned specialist technology distributor, is pleased to announce the appointment of Franceso (Frankie) Bellavia to the role of Sales Director - Surveillance & Security at the firm. EET Europarts are one of Europe’s major distributors across Server, Computer & Printer Parts, Storage & Networking, Surveillance & Security, Point of Sale & Auto ID, Professional AV & Digital Signage and Consumer Electronics. Sunil Bouri, Managing Director...
Hanwha Techwin, a global supplier of IP and analog video surveillance solutions, has announced its top 5 key trend predictions for the security industry in 2020. They include AI end-to-end security solutions, cybersecurity, cloud-based data insights, privacy protection and vertical specialised solutions. AI End-to-End Security Solutions As AI becomes more broadly adopted across industries, it is likely to be more widely incorporated in video surveillance in the upcoming year. Edge-based AI (wh...
ATOS Global LLP has been appointed a distributor of Video Storage Solutions’ (VSS) pre-engineered video recording and storage appliances. Based in Mumbai, ATOS Global, a specialist VAR national distributor of access and entrance control, life safety, intruder alarm, IP video surveillance, server and storage, solutions, as well as IBMS, IOT and PA systems, will supply the complete range of VSS appliances to system integrators across the Indian subcontinent that are part of the Milestone Sy...
Established in 1950 in a small chapel in downtown San Diego to serve San Diegans experiencing homelessness and poverty, Father Joe’s Villages has since grown to include a comprehensive campus and scattered-site programs that provide comprehensive housing and services to people struggling with homelessness in San Diego. The organisation provides housing to over 2,000 people every night and serves more than one million warm, nutritious meals annually. In addition to offering hope to those e...
ONVIF, global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it will be at Intersec 2020, which is slated to take place from January 19 - 21 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, along with participating member companies to demonstrate interoperability between products using ONVIF profiles. Intersec 2020 At booth #SA-L17, attendees will be able to see demonstrations of interoperability between different manufacturers’ products using various ONVIF profile...
ONVIF, renowned global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it will be at participating in Intersec 2020, slated to take place from January 19th to 21st in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Together with other participating member companies, the company will demonstrate the interoperability between products using ONVIF profiles. Intersec Dubai 2020 At booth #SA-L17 of Intersec, attendees will be able to see demonstrations of interoperability be...
March Networks, a global video security and video-based business intelligence solutions provider firm, is pleased to announce the integration of its Searchlight for Retail software with Cova, the point-of-sale (POS) software system designed specifically for cannabis dispensaries. Cova POS platform The integration enables cannabis businesses using the Cova POS platform to improve performance The integration enables cannabis businesses using the Cova POS platform to improve performance and prof...
Paxton has announced the integration of its networked access control system, Net2, with Hanwha Techwin’s newest video management system, Wisenet WAVE. The integration means Net2 users are able to instantly view event-driven video captured by high-definition IP network cameras connected to Wisenet WAVE. Available via a free Net2 plug-in, the integration also allows users to visually verify anyone attempting to gain access to a site, as well as provide video verification of alarm incidents...
Rekor Systems, Inc., a NASDAQ company focused on bringing smarter, faster, cost-competitive solutions to the worlds of public safety and customer experience, announced the launch of its vehicle recognition software donation program to provide eligible municipalities, law enforcement agencies, and educational facilities with free access to its Watchman vehicle recognition software. Rekor has already received applications from organisations across 31 states to provide vehicle recognition solutions...
UK CCTV camera manufacturer, 360 Vision Technology, announce that its Predator ‘all-in-one’ PTZ range is now an accredited Vision HS camera solution, certified to have completed the CAPSS approval process by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI). Ensuring cyber security measures are capable of protecting against the very real threats faced by surveillance system operators, 360 Vision Technology’s team of software developers is constantly working to en...
Managing keys and high value assets can now be used seamlessly within centralised management platforms, following the integration of Maxxess eFusion with Traka from ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions, globally renowned provider of intelligent management solutions for keys and equipment. Traka solutions “With Traka solutions globally deployed in many market sectors such as critical infrastructure, retail, logistics, hospitality and corporate environments - and increasingly integrated with access...
The Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is a living testament and tribute to the victims of the atrocities of the Holocaust. The goal of the Memorial Plaza is to educate visitors on this shameful time in history and compel them to work towards a world of tolerance and enlightenment wherein nothing like this could ever occur again. The Delaware Valley Intelligence Center (DVIC), weighed in on the needed security measures. Under the institutional umbr...
360 Vision Technology, globally renowned UK-based CCTV manufacturer, has announced that they will showcase their latest range of high-performance surveillance cameras on the Nukleas Integrated Security Solutions booth, Sheikh Saeed 2, G35, at Intersec 2020, 19-21 January, Dubai. ‘TX’ video transmission cameras For those looking for a reliable 3G/4G/LTE ‘wireless’ camera video solution, 360 Vision will be showing the ultimate performance Predator, Invictus and lightweigh...
Access Control is always a very critical aspect of an organisation's overall security strategy. Regardless of its size, it is inevitable for any organisation to have a flexible and comprehensive access control solution. To connect separate areas in the single location requires a standalone access control. For small and medium organisation, Matrix has designed a standalone Access Control solution for small organisations, while keeping security and simplicity in mind. This innovative solution work...
The latest addition to the Wisenet camera range manufactured by Hanwha Techwin is a keenly priced 2 MP 32x zoom box camera. The Wisenet X-Lite XNZ-L6320, which is equipped with a 32x optical motorised varifocal lens with auto focus, is a direct replacement for the highly successful Wisenet XNZ-6320 zoom box camera but is much smaller and offers a more cost-effective option than its predecessor. “The introduction of this new box camera is a reflection of our commitment to continually look...
