Author: Jay Bartlett
Hirsch UK Expands Sales Team With Three Strategic Appointments
Hirsch UK has expanded its sales organisation with three strategic appointments to strengthen its enterprise, channel and business development operations. Lee Wood joins as Business Development Manager – Enterprise Solutions, Hayden Bullock takes on the role of Channel Sales Manager – North & Midlands, and Liam Twyman joins as Business Development Manager. Together, the appointments bring extensive experience in enterprise security, access control, installation, technology sales and channel development, supporting Hirsch’s continued growth and commitment to delivering high-assurance, unified security solutions across the UK.
Newark Central School District Streamlines Security Operations With Genetec Security Center
Newark Central School District has expanded its Genetec Security Center deployment across seven buildings, integrating more than 400 cameras, 200 doors, access control, emergency communications, and vape sensors. The unified security platform improves emergency response, streamlines daily operations, and has helped reduce vaping incidents by approximately 93%.
Milestone Unveils XProtect 2026 R2 and Arcules Updates
Milestone Systems has announced XProtect 2026 R2 and fall 2026 updates to Arcules, introducing improvements across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid video security environments. New capabilities include location-based Maps, Sticky Notes, centralized Server Logs, automated Permission Inheritance, and remote system management. Arcules adds cloud video backup, Triton Sensors integration, encrypted device communication, faster streaming, and improved hybrid operations.
Pimloc Redesigns Video Editor to Speed Up Video Redaction
Pimloc has introduced a redesigned Video Editor within its Pimloc Redact platform, helping organizations review and redact sensitive video and audio footage more efficiently. New capabilities include automated detection, bulk redaction, improved object tracking, customizable timelines, and integrated transcription tools. Users can also run additional detection on previously processed footage without re-uploading files, losing existing edits, or incurring additional processing costs.
Concurrent Technologies Secures Nearly $2 Million DARPA Contract for AI Assurance
Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) and Enterprise Ventures Corporation (EVC) have secured a nearly $2 million, two-year DARPA contract to advance AI Assurance for military autonomous systems. The collaboration will develop tools and methods to assess the reliability, security, and performance of AI-driven drones and robots in realistic mission environments.
Wachter Opens Logistics And Training Center In Lowell
Wachter has opened a new Logistics and Training Center at its Lowell campus, expanding nationwide technology deployment capabilities and investing in workforce development. The facility features more than 75,000 square feet of logistics space, a 7,200-square-foot Integration Center, and hands-on technician training environments. The expansion also supports apprenticeship programs, local job creation, and career development, strengthening Wachter’s ability to deliver technology solutions across multiple
Hidonix Launches ION SDK 2.0 to Expand Indoor Positioning
Hidonix has launched ION SDK 2.0, upgrading its infrastructure-free indoor positioning platform with a new Visual Positioning System (VPS), enhanced geomagnetic positioning, and automatic fallback between technologies. The release also introduces machine learning improvements for greater positioning accuracy and updates to the ION Content Management System, reducing navigation map processing time by approximately 75%. Commercial integration for iOS and Android begins November 2, 2026.
Totem Partners With Milestone to Expand 24/7 Video Monitoring Operations
Totem has partnered with Milestone Systems to help U.S. security providers and monitoring centers turn video intelligence into active, 24/7 security operations. Combining Milestone’s XProtect video management software ecosystem with Totem’s trained monitoring professionals, video verification and scalable remote monitoring, the partnership enables providers to expand coverage, manage additional cameras and deliver proactive security services without building all the required staffing and infrastructure internally.
Mappedin Integrates With Brivo To Bring Unified Security To Indoor Maps
Mappedin has integrated Brivo’s cloud-based access control and video management capabilities with Mappedin Security Center, creating a unified, map-based security operations experience for enterprises and campuses. The integration enables real-time access event monitoring, live camera feeds, location-based event correlation, visual alerts, lockdown management and unified dashboards.
i-PRO Strengthens Americas Leadership and Business Focus to Support Next Phase of Growth
i-PRO is strengthening its Americas business with a new leadership structure and four dedicated Virtual Companies focused on Edge Technology, Video Insight, Public Safety and Medical Vision. James Rothstein will become President and CEO of i-PRO Americas, while Masami Eguchi and Nick Toth take on leadership roles in Video Insight and Edge Technology. Effective November 1, 2026, the reorganization aims to deepen market expertise, improve customer and partner support, and position the company for its next phase of growth.
Secure Logiq And Cortech Complete Resilience By Design CPD Series
Secure Logiq and Cortech Developments have completed their joint Resilience by Design CPD series, with sessions held in London and Salford in September and October 2026. The events brought together security consultants, specifiers and industry professionals to explore business continuity, resilient infrastructure, redundancy, failover and integrated security management. Strong attendee feedback highlighted the value of expert presentations, knowledge sharing and collaboration in helping organizations maintain critical operations during disruption.
Invixium Appoints Shreyans Vasa as Director of Sales for India and SAARC
Seasoned security industry leader joins to accelerate growth, strengthen regional partnerships, and expand the company’s presence across the region. Invixium has appointed Shreyans Vasa as Director of Sales for India […]
Nice Introduces OSCO 725 Commercial Slide Gate Operator
Nice has introduced the OSCO 725 commercial slide gate operator, designed for medium- to large-scale commercial properties requiring reliable vehicle access control. Supporting gates weighing up to 5,000 pounds, the retrofit-ready platform features SmartTouch 725 controls, battery backup, Bluetooth configuration, Ethernet connectivity and remote monitoring. Its flexible installation, synchronized gate operation, diagnostic capabilities and service alerts help installers streamline commissioning and maintenance while giving facility managers greater visibility into critical access points.
i-PRO Spatial Integration Camera Wins Red Dot: Best of the Best 2026 Award
i-PRO’s Spatial Integration Camera has received the prestigious Red Dot: Best of the Best distinction in the Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2026. The innovative camera concept combines professional video security with architectural and interior design, offering a new approach for premium environments such as luxury boutiques, museums, hotels, and commercial spaces where security and aesthetics are equally important.
Interface Systems Delivers 97% Reduction in False Alarm Dispatches for National Veterinary Network Across 1,000+ Locations
Interface Systems has helped a national veterinary hospital network consolidate security services across more than 1,000 U.S. locations. Its Video-Verified Alarm service reduced unnecessary police dispatches, with 97% of alarm events resolved as false alarms without dispatch at approximately 300 standalone hospitals. The initiative also improved video investigations, with 63% of service requests resolved remotely and mean-time-to-repair compliance reaching 94%.
Milestone Helps School District 27 Manage Video Security Across 28,000 Square Miles
Milestone Systems is helping British Columbia’s Cariboo-Chilcotin School District 27 manage video security across 25 sites spanning approximately 28,000 square miles. Using Milestone XProtect VMS, the district centrally manages video from 78 cameras alongside integrations with intrusion alarms, PA systems, and vape detection sensors. SD27 is also testing camera analytics to detect loitering, trigger alerts, and support a more proactive approach to school safety.
SecurityTrax Launches New AI-Assisted Platform for Security Dealers
SecurityTrax has launched a modern, mobile-first, AI-assisted platform that brings CRM, ERP, billing, accounting, and workflow automation together for security dealers. The new system introduces an AI Assistant, one-click AI tools, automated workflows, digital signatures, enhanced reporting, and expanded operational capabilities to help dealers streamline daily tasks, improve efficiency, and support business growth.
FLIR RS8480 Delivers HD MWIR Imaging for Long-Range Measurement
The FLIR RS8480 combines a 1280 × 1024 HD MWIR detector with the proven RS-6780 chassis to deliver detailed infrared imaging and calibrated radiometric measurements of distant targets. Designed for scientific research, commercial space launch monitoring, aerospace evaluation, and range instrumentation, the system features a 50–250 mm continuous metric zoom, with an optional 150–750 mm configuration using a 3× afocal multiplier.
Pimloc Introduces AI-Powered Transcription Solution
Pimloc has introduced Pimloc Transcribe, an AI-powered solution that combines audio and video transcription, speaker identification, translation, transcript editing and automated redaction. Designed for law enforcement, legal teams, public sector organizations and educational institutions, the platform helps users identify personally identifiable information (PII), review sensitive recordings and prepare transcripts for secure sharing.
Tyler Technologies Earns Platinum Partner Status With TMA
Tyler Technologies has earned Platinum Partner status with The Monitoring Association for its contributions to the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service. The recognition highlights collaboration in technology development, market growth, and public safety education. Tyler’s new API enables direct integration between its computer-aided dispatch systems and ASAP Service, reducing implementation time by at least 50%, according to the announcement.