FAA Reauthorization Act Extends ASSURE UAS Program and Establishes ASSUREd Safe
The FAA Reauthorization Act 2024, signed by President Biden last week, marks a significant milestone in the advancement of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) technology and safety. Among its provisions, the extension of the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE), FAA’s Center of Excellence for UAS programs, stands out as a crucial initiative driving innovation and collaboration in the UAS industry.
Zwipe Joins FIDO Alliance To Assure Open Authentication Solutions
Zwipe today announced that it has joined the FIDO Alliance, which was created in 2012 to address the lack of interoperability among authentication devices. The Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance?s mission is change the nature of online authentication by developing technical specifications that define an open, scalable, interoperable set of mechanisms that reduce the reliance […]
IT And Physical Security: How Their Convergence Impacts The Industry
For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate and often at cross-purposes. Even though computer infrastructure and data needs were becoming more important in the security industry, and video surveillance network traffic and access control data were becoming more interesting to IT professionals, the departments often worked in silos. Today, these practices can no longer be divided. Physical security depends on network security, and vice versa.
Customer Service’s Role in Alarm System Sales
In the alarm industry, where value is inherently linked to reliability and trust, customer service is a pivotal factor driving sales, retention, and referrals. As customers navigate the complexities of choosing an alarm system that ensures their safety and peace of mind, the quality of customer service they receive can significantly influence their purchasing decisions and long-term loyalty.
New Brighton Department of Public Safety improves efficiency and collaboration with Genetec Clearance digital evidence management
Genetec announced that the New Brighton Department of Public Safety in Minnesota has digitized its evidence management processes with Genetec Clearance™. Home to 24,000 residents, New Brighton is a nature lover’s hub with 13 parks, an executive golf course, and bordering beautiful Rice Creek. To protect this family-friendly suburb, the city takes a technology-forward approach to its public safety initiatives.
TDSi Introduces Software Migration Programme for EXgarde Software Platform to Latest GARDiS Software
Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the introduction of a new software migration programme from its venerable EXgarde platform to the latest version of its powerful and flexible GARDiS browser-based platform. The software migration programme supports the ‘End of Life’ classification for its EXgarde Software Platform from 1st May 2024 and ensures all its customers have access to the latest TDSi Access Control Software.
Costar Technologies and IDIS Prove to be Better Together Following Successful Acquisition by IDIS
Costar Technologies to announce the successful completion of its acquisition by IDIS, a global leader in video surveillance technology. This merger marks a significant milestone in the companies’ nearly two decades of shared history, promising enhanced product offerings, greater financial stability, and an expanded global footprint to better serve a diverse customer base.
IDIS Video Tech Comes Out Top in Public Demonstration of Cybersecurity Measures
IDIS video technology’s industry-beating reputation for robust cybersecurity was given a further boost last month in a series of ethical hacking attempts at the ESS+ International Security Trade Fair in Bogotá, Columbia, which attracted over 15,000 visitors and 150 exhibitors. IDIS was one of only three vendors willing to submit their technology for a public Video Security Product Hacking event and defeated all attempted attacks.
Sirko International Partners with Essence Group to Offer Customers First-of-its-Kind MyShield Intruder Intervention Solution
Essence Group announced its collaboration with Sirko International, a premier provider of security, technology, and investigation services, to initiate the first live roll out of the MyShield standalone security fog-generating intruder prevention system in the U.S. Through this partnership, Sirko International will offer MyShield devices as part of the company’s diverse range of security solutions for North America-based customers.
i-PRO Unveils Smaller, Faster, and Higher-resolution PTZ Cameras
i-PRO announced 16 new, high-speed pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras with up to 4K resolution and powerful IR illumination. Called Rapid PTZ, the company is launching the new models as part of its X and S Series lineup. The new PTZ cameras are the smallest in their category and feature comprehensive edge AI capabilities and a broad range of resolution options.
Terabee Announces Major Project to Reduce Energy Consumption and Expenditure, and New Product Features
French sensor solutions technology company, Terabee, who manufacture their flagship people counting sensors in the EU, have partnered with FIPOI, the Foundation for buildings for International Organisations in Geneva, on a major people counting project as part of FIPOI’s strategy to reduce energy consumption and expenditure. By integrating the Terabee people counting system with the CICG Building Management System (BMS), FIPOI hopes to reduce the conference center’s energy consumption
Cozaint Partners With Security Guard Company WGS Group To Deliver BOBBY Surveillance Kiosks To Clients
Cozaint Corp has been selected by WGS Group to deliver the BOBBY physical security kiosk system to their customers. WGS Group is looking to augment its human security guard team with advanced intelligent surveillance technologies that offers video surveillance, access control, “smart” sensor alerts, and area monitoring capabilities all designed to create a safer environment for their end customers. Cozaint’s BOBBY platform of physical security kiosks provides 24/7 situational awareness for organizations of all sizes.
Cybertrust Japan Integrates Quantum-Computing-Hardened Private Keys from Quantinuum into New IoT Authentication Platform
Japan?s first commercial certificate authority incorporating Quantinuum?s Quantum Origin solution to strengthen security protections for IoT devices against current and future threats Quantinuum announced that Cybertrust Japan has integrated its Quantum Origin quantum-computing-hardened private keys into a new certificate issuance and distribution platform for IoT devices to ensure secure communications now and into the future. […]
Vigitron Releases Vi35136 Hybrid Core Network Switch
Vigitron announces the release of their Vi35136 Hybrid Network Cord Switch. The Vi35136 has 8 copper 1G ports, 24, 1G fiber ports, and 4, 1G/2.5G/10G fiber ports meeting all networking core requirements. When combined with Vigitron?s wide offering of network switches resulting configurations can be designed to meet the most demanding system requirements. A wide 114Gbps fabric assures the highest MP will be transmitted. Dual backup power provides operational security allow with individual port surge protection.
Milestone Systems Introduces Management Server Failover
In the latest product update of Milestone System?s XProtect 2022 R1 video management software, Milestone introduces several new features and capabilities. These include the Management Server Failover solution; single sign on in XProtect; and a new selection of choices ranging from multi-live streaming, adaptive streaming, and direct-streaming. With this latest product update, Milestone Systems continues to raise the bar on higher performing video technology software and meet the market?s rising demand for comprehensive, best-in-class, turnkey video technology solutions.
HID Global Offers its European Customers PKIaaS with Full Local Data Residency, Failover and Redundancy
Increasingly European enterprises must comply with regulations for establishing local residency of data and security infrastructure. HID Global now delivers its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) as a Service (PKIaaS) with high availability and redundancy via a hybrid of data centers and cloud regions operated within the EU, enabling what it expects to be a growing number of European customers to simplify regulatory compliance.
Dortronics Showcase Innovative Mantrap and Touchless Door Control Solutions at ISC East
Dortronics Systems is featuring its new 9-door controller for affordable multi door interlocks and mantrap applications from 2 to 9 doors as well as its complete line-up of touchless door control solutions here at ISC East 2021 in booth #1030. All of Dortronics? product design and manufacturing operations are located at the company?s Sag Harbor, NY headquarters, which gives the company a unique ability to offer custom-fabricate a wide range of door control products with fast turnaround times.
The Security of IoT Devices Relies on Secure Updates and Cyber Resiliency, says TCG
To increase the resiliency of IoT devices from cyber-attacks, IoT manufacturers need to have a security-first approach and combine the latest updates and techniques, Sunil Cheruvu, Co-Chair of Trusted Computing Group?s (TCG) Internet of Things Work Group, said today. Speaking at the IoT Device Security Conference, Cheruvu stressed the importance of preparing the best response to inevitable cyberattacks.
Altronix Showcases Enhanced Power and Data Transmission Versatility at ISC East
Altronix is featuring their latest products which provide system designers and installers with higher levels of versatility to increase situational awareness and better futureproof installations here at ISC East in booth #936. These new products enable more edge devices to be deployed at longer distances, and with more power to accommodate a greater range of specialized surveillance and security applications.
TSI Expands its Offerings for Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
TSI Incorporated is excited to announce the expansion of the TSI AirAssure? Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Monitor product line. The newest addition, the AirAssure? 8144-2, a two-gas model designed to help you understand and manage common indoor air pollutants utilizes low-cost sensor technology to continuously monitor carbon dioxide (CO2), total volatile organic compounds (tVOC), particulate matter (PM), and other indoor air conditions.