VIVOTEK Creates International Smart Security Solution for Chi-Hai Cultural Park in Taiwan
VIVOTEK has introduced international standard security solution to Ching-Kuo Chi-Hai Cultural Park (hereinafter referred to as “Chi-Hai Cultural Park”) in Taipei to offer citizens a safe environment and experience when they visit the park and protect the park’s important cultural heritage and historical displays from damage, while also strengthening the park’s security under the premise of effective management of manpower and operating cost.
$8M Series to Enhance its AI Software for Smart Security Cameras
Actuate announced it has closed its Series A financing of $8 million to expand the capabilities of its computer vision technology and build on the company’s growing portfolio of customers. The funding round was led by Tribeca Venture Partners and joined by Scribble Ventures, OCA Ventures, and Context Ventures, with additional support from existing investors, including Bling Capital, Upside Partnership, and Tensility Venture Partners.
Z-Wave Alliance Boasts Strong Smart Security Ecosystem At ISC West 2018
Z-Wave Alliance will host the Z-Wave Pavilion at ISC West 2018 with member companies in home security. In its fourth year at ISC West, the Z-Wave Pavilion will feature a variety of member companies who will exhibit their smart home solutions and products, focusing specifically on the smart home security space. The Alliance is also announcing a unique partnership with PlumChoice, a leader in specialized technical support services to offer the ConnectedHome Expert program for members. The program will allow members to gain access to PlumChoice support for their smart home customers.
Swann Cuts Cord With Wire-Free Smart Security Camera
Swann has announced the release of the new wire-free Smart Security Camera. Equipped with crystal clear 1080p full HD Video and a wide 120-degree viewing angle, the camera can capture details such as faces and license plates from every angle. With its night vision and IP65 rating for full weatherproofing, users can rely on the camera to keep their families and pets safe day and night, inside and outside.
Research and Markets: Global Smart Security Market 2015-2019 to Grow at CAGR of 18.5%
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Global Smart Security Market 2015-2019” report to their offering. The global smart security market to grow at a CAGR of 18.59% over the period 2014-2019. This report also provides a forecast and analysis of end-users, such as residential users, commercial sector, utility sector, and government sector.
Smart Security, With Camera, Motion Sensors, and Facial Recognition, in One Light Bulb
The combination of lighting and security is an evolutionary step to bridge the aesthetic looks and functionality of simply lighting along with the increased necessity for video surveillance. Bringing lighting and video surveillance together is smart and efficient. Sengled Snap is an LED light bulb with a built-in security system debuting at CES 2015.
Town of Braselton Teams Up with Comcast Smart Solutions to Enhance Safety and Security in Parks and Recreational Areas
Comcast Smart Solutions announced that it will provide the Town of Braselton, Georgia, smart video camera technology with AI capabilities to improve public safety and emergency response. The deployment of smart video camera technology at the Town Green and Braselton Park will provide the town with real-time visibility into its community spaces, insights into traffic patterns during events, and will increase peace of mind for residents.
Children’s Hospital of Atlanta Selects TKH Security for Smart Parking System
TKH Security recently began installation for a previously awarded Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) contract with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) for the parking facilities at the new $1.5 billion Arthur M. Blank Hospital. Announced in June 2023, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals 2023-2024 list ranked CHOA among the nation’s top […]
Hakimo Raises $6M as Demand for Smarter Physical Security Increases
Hakimo announced $6 million in new funding led by Rocketship.vc, with participation from existing investors Neotribe Ventures, defy.vc and Firebolt Ventures as well as new investors Carrier Global Corporation, through its venture capital group, Carrier Ventures, and well-known physical security industry entrepreneur John L. Moss. Hakimo will use the capital to further accelerate product development and expand into new markets.
Smart Cities and Security.World
Urban regions that use cutting-edge technology and data analytics to increase their livability, sustainability, and efficiency have created a new term “Smart Cities.” The idea of these Smart Cities centers on the management and optimization of urban processes through the use of numerous interconnected technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing.
Johnson Controls Launches New Entry-Level Screen-free IQ4 NS Security and Smart Home System
Johnson Controls announces the release of the new IQ4 NS (No Screen) Security and Smart Home System. The new screen-free system provides the same quality and reliability customers expect from the IQ Panel 4 platform, but at an entry level price. The IQ4 NS allows users to take advantage of the powerful and robust feature set directly from their smart devices for added convenience and cost savings.
ADT and Google Announce Availability of First Integrated Smart Home Security System for DIY Customers
ADT announced the availability of the new ADT Self Setup smart home security system –its most advanced and complete DIY system ever and the first fully integrated DIY offering from ADT and Google. ADT Self Setup integrates Google Nest smart home products with ADT security and life safety technology as well as ADT SMART Monitoring– all with the convenient control of the new ADT+ app.
CPI Security Wins Deceptive Sales Practice Lawsuit Against Competitor, Vivint Smart Home
CPI Security won a significant civil lawsuit today after an eight-person jury in the U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina Charlotte Division unanimously found competitor Vivint Smart Home responsible for using deceptive door-to-door sales practices to mislead and confuse CPI customers, so that Vivint could take over their alarm systems. The jury awarded CPI Security more than $189 million in damages.
Intrinsic ID Launches Software to Protect Billions of Smart, Connected Devices Addressing Worldwide Cybersecurity Challenges
Intrinsic ID announced a new software-only solution that enables every connected device to have a unique identity and hardware-based security anchor, improving the reliability and trustworthiness of these devices, their networks and communications. The IoT security lately has been the subject of international legislation, underscoring the importance of the challenge for worldwide cybersecurity.
viisights Showcases Behavioral Recognition Video Analytics for Security, Safety and Environment-Health at Smart City Expo 2022
viisights is showcasing their advanced weapons detection, violence detection, threat detection, traffic monitoring, and personal and environmental safety solutions at the Smart City Expo World Congress 2022 in Barcelona November 15-17, stand #P2-B157. In addition, viisights CEO Asaf Birenzvieg will be a featured panelist in a Safety and Security conference session on November 15.
New Cisco Meraki Smart Camera Expands Range of Security Operations
Details matter, especially when it comes to safety and security. Was that an “O” or a “Q” on the license plate of the vehicle that entered the lot last night? Who exited the vehicle, and what were they carrying? What did they have when they returned, and how quickly can you locate the relevant video? If you don’t have the right camera system in place, it’s almost impossible to answer these crucial questions.
Nice Strengthens Global Smart Home & Building Automation Leadership Position with Nortek Security & Control LLC Acquisition
Nice announced today it has acquired Nortek Security & Control, LLC from Melrose Industries. Nortek Security & Control is a leading developer of technology for security, home automation, control, power, AV and entertainment, access control, health, and artificial intelligence (AI) systems for residential and commercial markets. With this acquisition and addition of strategic award-winning brands.
Security & Safety Things becomes Azena, underscores advances in smart camera platform development
Security & Safety Things is announcing that it has rebranded to Azena, a new brand name that underscores the company’s corporate growth and leading-edge smart camera platform and positions it for the next chapter in its ambitious plans for redefining video analytics. With a growing slate of global customer and partner collaborations and expanding geographic coverage, Azena will continue to increase the value of its platform for systems integrators and end customers.
Essence Group Launches New WeR@Home+ Smart Home Security Solution
Essence Group announced the launch of WeR@Home+, a next generation security and home management platform. Essence is partnering with European security services providers, including Securitas Direct Switzerland, to pilot the new offering. WeR@Home+ leverages state-of-the-art IoT technology to expand Essence Group’s existing WeR@Home
smart home management offering, including connectivity to LTE networks, a new family of connected security devices, and a rich set of reporting and analytics tools for service providers.
Smart Eye Technology – Biometric-based document security platform
Dexter Caffey, the founder of Smart Eye Technology, was at a global cybersecurity event in the fall of 2017. One of the things that he noticed as he looked at the laptop screen of a cybersecurity expert was that he could see Word and PDF documents on the screen of that cybersecurity expert’s laptop! Founded in 2018, Smart Eye Technology is a software company revolutionizing the way we share and view documents.