NEC Unveils Latest Version of Cutting-edge NeoFace Reveal, an Advanced Investigative and Identity Solution
NEC Corporation announced the release of the latest version of its flagship forensic face recognition solution, NeoFace Reveal Version 5 (Reveal 5). This innovative enterprise application is designed to revolutionize criminal investigation and fraud prevention for government agencies, law enforcement and civil applicant processing organizations. Reveal 5 offers advanced enhancement and review tools, making it an asset for law enforcement, crime laboratories, and civil applicant processing agencies.
NEC Face Recognition Technology Ranks First in NIST Accuracy Testing
NEC Corporation announced that its face recognition technology has been ranked the world’s most accurate in a benchmark test conducted by the globally recognized U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).In this benchmark test, NEC received the highest performance evaluation in “1:N Identification,” which consists of still images of 12 million different people, by achieving an authentication accuracy rate of 99.88%.
Edwards Launches ConnectedSafety+ x Commercial Fire News
Edwards has announced the launch of Edwards ConnectedSafety+, a new SaaS life-cycle solution that optimizes the management of commercial fire installations. This next-generation system includes predictive maintenance insights, real-time event notifications, intelligent reporting, and a multi-site dashboard that enables managers to view all locations at once remotely or on-site. Edwards is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
NEC Recognized for Implementation of Industry-Leading Biometric Technology
NEC Corporation of America announced that it was recognized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)-sponsored Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) for adopting leading forensic science standards for utilizing biometric systems, including face recognition technology and other biometric matching algorithms. NEC’s technology is used as a biometric solution by numerous law enforcement agencies and federal government organizations as a leading national security tool.
Rajant Showcases Resilient and Secure Smartfield Connectivity at ADIPEC with Solution Partners
Rajant Corporation and its technology partners will be attending ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the National Exhibition Centre. .The event runs November 15th to 18th, with Rajant joining with partners in Booth 13564. Present to showcase the resilient and secure collaborative solution for energy market IIoT connectivity will be Easy Aerial, Ghost Robotics, and Kiber. Live smartfield-focused product demonstrations will be featured daily.
NEC Tops Competition in Identifying Subjects Wearing Face Masks at DHS 2020 Biometric Technology Rally
An algorithm submitted by NEC Corporation of America (NEC) outpaced all competition in correctly matching images of subjects wearing face masks at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) 2020 Biometric Technology Rally. The algorithm submitted by NEC, code-named ‘Alan’ for the anonymized test, achieved the highest True Identification Rate (TIR) at 98.7%.
CMS Corporation Deploys Sonitrol Network Protection Powered by Cisco Meraki
Sonitrol announced that CMS Corporation relies on one of Sonitrol’s newest offerings, Sonitrol Network Protection. CMS’s scope of services encompasses new construction, renovations, fueling systems, and energy and sustainability projects for a wide range of commercial and federal government clients. The company’s projects are approximately 70% Federal and 30% civilian. According to CSO Online, the average small business loss when a network has been breached is $170,000.
Genetec Announces Keynote Speakers and Partner Pavilion for Connect’DX Virtual Trade Show
Genetec announced the keynote speakers and the details of the partner pavilion for Genetec Connect’DX, the company’s first virtual trade show which will take place April 20-22, 2020. Focused on technology, innovation and the challenges affecting the physical security industry, Connect’DX will provide an opportunity for security professionals from around the world to directly engage with each other as well as with Genetec and its partners.
Panasonic i-PRO and WCCTV Connect to Provide High-performance Mobile Surveillance Solutions
Panasonic i-PRO U.S. Intelligent Surveillance has recently entered into a technology partnership with Wireless CCTV LLC to offer high-performance wireless transmission solutions over state-of-the-art 4G LTE networks. The reciprocal agreement enables authorized Panasonic i-PRO systems integrators and reseller partners to integrate WCCTV wireless solutions for delivery to their customers, and for WCCTV to offer their customers wireless surveillance solutions that integrate Panasonic i-PRO cameras.
Digital Watchdog Announces DW Spectrum IPVMS Integration with IPVideo Corporation
Digital Watchdog announced its partnership with HALO IoT Smart Sensor for easy integration into DW Spectrum IPVMS. As a trusted technology partner, IPVideo Corporation’s sensor is now supported directly from the DW Spectrum interface. IPVideo Corporation’s HALO sensor delivers an MJPEG stream showing the current status and alerts to DW Spectrum’s interface when thresholds are exceeded.
NEC Provides Facial Recognition System for Admission Control at EU Summit
NEC Corporation and its Romanian Branch office announced the provision of a facial recognition system for admission control at the EU Summit held in Sibiu, Romania on May 2019. From January to June 2019, Romania held the Presidency of the Council of the European Union for the first time, during which time the country was dedicated to strengthening security measures at important domestic events. NEC was selected by the Romanian Protection and Guard Service to provide NeoFace.
NEC to Provide Customs Procedure System With Face Recognition for Six Major Airports in Japan
NEC Corporation has announced an order from Japan Customs, under the Ministry of Finance, for an electronic customs procedure system utilizing face recognition to be installed at the customs inspection areas of six major airports in Japan: New Chitose Airport, Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, Chubu International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Fukuoka Airport. This electronic customs procedure system utilizes NEC’s face recognition technology.
NEC Partners with C-DAC to Deploy Automated Fingerprint Identification System for Kerala State Police in India
NEC Corporation announced that NEC Technologies India has partnered with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing to deploy its industry-leading automated fingerprint identification system for the Kerala State Police in India. The new AFIS will be used by the Kerala State Police to match unknown fingerprints against a central database of known fingerprints for criminal investigation. There are more than 600 police/enforcement facilities across the state.
NEC Expands Team To Focus on DOJ Biometrics and Facial Recognition
NEC Corporation of America (NEC) has appointed Paul DiPietra to its Advanced Recognition Systems Division to serve as the Senior Account Manager for the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Law Enforcement. DiPietra will be the primary liaison for NEC with the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Courts and other federal agencies that seek to use biometrics to help prevent crime, solve cases and protect public safety.
NEC Biometrics Contribute To Security At The 18th Asian Games
NEC Corporation announced that it provided information and communications technology (ICT) systems for the 18th Asian Games, including a facial recognition system and a behavior detection system, as a supporting sponsor in the category of ICT security. The Asian Games are an international multi-sport event for athletes from across Asia that are held once every four years. This year’s event was held in Jakarta and Palembang in the Republic of Indonesia from August 18 to September 2.
Total Recall Corporation Showcases Portable Crimeeye License Plate Recognition Unit
Total Recall Corporation, a Convergint Technologies Company, will showcase its new portable CrimeEye LPR License Plate Recognition unit at the 32nd annual Police Security Expo to be held June 26-27 at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. CrimeEye LPR is a unique solution for law enforcement in that it is a portable, self-contained LPR system. It includes an Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) camera, emergency battery backup, WiFi and pole mount. Thanks to its all-inclusive design, CrimeEye LPR unit can be quickly attached to a street pole in an area of interest and instantly stream captured data to a command center.
NEC’s Facial Recognition Software Featured In Smartphones
NEC Corporation announced its provision of facial recognition software for use in “Stream System” smartphones manufactured and sold by Algerian electronics manufacturer Bomare Company (Bomare). The FIDO (Fast Identity Online) standard compliant software enables user authentication by facial recognition without sending biometric data from smartphones online. Bomare, which manufactures and sells smartphones, tablets, televisions and other electronic devices, has adopted NEC’s facial recognition software for use in a new Android OS smartphone.
Pure Play PSIM From CNL Software At The Connected Security Expo At ISC West
CNL Software will demonstrate how its PSIM technology helps law enforcement, government agencies and the military, owners and operators of public and private critical infrastructure, large corporations and school districts, colleges and universities, and transportation facilities and networks integrate, automate, and connect security operations and realize the full potential of security system investments.
NEC Provides Facial Recognition System To South Wales (UK) Police
NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) announced that it has provided a facial recognition system for South Wales Police in the UK through NEC Europe Ltd. South Wales Police has deployed NeoFace Watch using CCTV cameras mounted on a number of police vehicles and is using its real-time surveillance capability to locate persons of interest on pre-determined watchlists, including criminals, suspects, vulnerable individuals and missing persons.
NEC Delivers Facial Recognition System For South Australia Police
NEC Australia, a leading technology services company, together with NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701), today announced it has been selected to deliver South Australia Police’s facial recognition system, its latest weapon against crime in the state to support forensic, investigative and front-line policing operations. The facial recognition technology will help South Australia Police (SAPOL) solve crimes faster, apprehend criminals earlier, and assist with criminal investigations, including searching for missing persons more efficiently. SAPOL expects the system to contribute to a safer community.