Author: Jay Bartlett
viisights Positions Intelligent Behavioral Video Analytics at Security Investor Conference 2022
viisights is touting the continued growth and market expansion for intelligent AI-driven video analytics here at Imperial Capital?s 19th Annual Security Conference. The highly positive outlook is supported by viisights? continued success in helping cities and municipalities turn their reactive video security systems into pro-active and pre-emptive Smart City solutions, providing new sources of security, safety and environmental health with tangible ROI.
Z-Wave Source Code Project Complete – Paves New Way for Z-Wave Technology
The Z-Wave Alliance announced the completion of the Z-Wave Source Code project, which has been published and made available on GitHub to Alliance members.
UT Southwestern Medical Center?s Technology Focus Extends to the Parking Garage
TKH Security has been awarded an additional Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) contract with the
ACRE Announces Bruce Bianco General Manager of Canadian Operations
ACRE announced that Bruce Bianco will join ACRE as the company’s new General Manager of Canadian Operations.
Interface shares its top restaurant technology predictions for 2023
Interface Systems managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises, shared its predictions for technology trends that will impact Quick Serve Restaurants (QSRs) in 2023. 2023 could be the year we start to see AI-based cameras replacing the traditional alarm panel. Why have a separate motion sensor and/or glass break sensor when you can have an AI-based camera that can accurately detect and characterize people or vehicles while providing video verification to a monitoring center?
Hakimo AI Solution Completes Test and Evaluation by Safe Skies
Hakimo, a technology company dedicated to modernizing physical security through its artificial intelligence (AI) software, announced that its AI solution has completed operational test and evaluation by National Safe Skies Alliance, Inc. (Safe Skies) at San Diego International Airport. Safe Skies? evaluation report, entitled SSDA?22-028 Hakimo Access Control Video Analytics ? San Diego International Airport,was published in November 2022.
Albuquerque Police Department Enhances Public Safety with Data-Driven Intelligence
In a testament to the positive impact of unifying security systems, Genetec shared the experience of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). APD has chosen Genetec? Security Center, Genetec Citigraf?, and Genetec Clearance? to enhance public safety in the most populated city in New Mexico. The open, scalable Security Center platform enabled the city to combine all their video and public safety technologies into a single solution.
i-PRO Announces Distribution of Network in Canada and Latin America
i-PRO Americas announced the expansion of its distributor network in Canada and Latin America. New partnerships have been inked with both ADI and TD SYNNEX in Canada while the company also expands into Latin America with the help of the International Security and Trading Corporation (ISTC). TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) is a leading distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT industry. Already a US partner distributing i-PRO Body Worn Cameras, the expanded relationship will benefit Canadian customers by providing access to a broad portfolio of i-PRO security products to their large customer base.
TDSi Announces Forthcoming Appearance at Intersec 2023 in Dubai
TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the Intersec 2023 security event, which takes place from 17th-19th January in Dubai. TDSi will be showcasing the latest versions of its powerful GARDiS security ecosystem of hardware and software products and will be appearing as part of the UK Pavilion (Stand S3 ? B45) for the first time in a decade, as part of the BSIA?s promotion of British security technology.
ProdataKey?s New Wristband Credential for Active Lifestyles Combines Comfort with Convenience
ProdataKey now offers a unique wristband credential made of attractive, comfortable, and durable fabric. These stretchable, slip-on/slip-off wristbands are designed for users with an active lifestyle. They?re ideal for schools, community centers, gyms, public pools, and other locations where users may not want to carry a phone, wallet, or traditional card or fob. Both rugged and waterproof, they can be worn during any activity.
California Bill Enacts Unique Video and Audio Surveillance Requirements for Firearms
Existing law prohibits any person from selling, leasing, or transferring any firearm unless the person is licensed as a firearms dealer, as specified. Existing law prescribes certain requirements and prohibitions for licensed firearms dealers. A violation of any of these requirements or prohibitions is grounds for forfeiture of a firearms dealer?s license. This bill would require a licensed firearm dealer to have a digital video surveillance system on their business premises, as specified, and would require that dealer to carry a policy of general liability insurance, as specified.
NRG Energy Inc. to Acquire Vivint Smart Home Inc.
NRG Energy announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which NRG will acquire Vivint for $12 per share or $2.8 billion in an all-cash transaction with an implied multiple of 6.3x run-rate Enterprise Value to Adjusted EBITDA. The agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies. Vivint Smart Home is a leading smart home platform company whose mission is to help its nearly two million customers live intelligently by providing them with technology, products, and services to create a smarter, more efficient, and safer home.
DITEK Partners with SecurityCEU.com to Launch DITEK University
DITEK announce the launch of their digital training platform, DITEK University, in partnership with SecurityCEU.com and the CMOOR Group. DITEK University offers online, interactive training courses covering a variety of surge protection topics ranging from basic principles to best practice techniques for specific applications.
PSA Security Network Welcomes Ben Shour
PSA announced the hiring of industry professional Ben Shour as director of sales Eastern U.S. and Eastern Canada. Shour is responsible for managing PSA?s engagement with integrators in support of their growth and success. In addition, The PSA network added Brian Boucherle as an inside sales account executive, Eastern region. Shour brings more than 25 years of industry experience as a public safety manager, regional sales manager and first responder.
Utah?s Granite School District standardizes on Salient Systems
Salient Systems has announced that Granite School District, one of the largest school districts in the United States, has selected the CompleteView Video Management Platform to deploy in more than 130 schools, administrative offices, and other facilities. The open video data platform will help the Salt Lake City area school district manage its security and surveillance operations. Over the next several months, Granite School District will connect more than 5,000 cameras to CompleteView to provide a district-wide picture of security operations, with the help of its systems integrator partner, Utah Yamas Controls, based in Draper, Utah.
For the Third Consecutive Time, HID is the Smart Ticket Producer for FIFA World Cup 2022
HID announces it is ?for the third consecutive time? the smart ticket producer of FIFA World Cup, one of the largest and most popular sporting events in the world. This year, HID is also providing a fully custom solution for outer-perimeter access control and all exit gates to ensure a smooth exit and facilitate emergency evacuations. Featuring eight stadiums spread across five Qatari cities, the Middle Eastern country expects more than 1.2 million visitors to attend the games, happening Nov. 20 ? Dec. 18.
Magos Systems improves site safety and reduces nuisance alarms with enhancements to perimeter detection solution
Magos Systems is introducing new features to reduce false alarms at the perimeter and help to streamline security operations at a variety of different types of sites. The introduction of Blue Force GPS and speed and direction-based filtering to the Magos perimeter detection solution provides facilities with increased situational awareness of their site while reducing nuisance alarms that add to the operator’s information overload and distract them from responding to actual events.
SALTO Names Director of Channel Programs & Industry Sectors Engagement
SALTO Systems has created and filled two important new roles: Director of Channel Programs and Director of Industry Sectors Engagement. Michelle Johnson has been named as SALTO Director of Channel Programs. Johnson joined SALTO in 2018 as Southwest Regional Sales Manager. Cliff Brady has been named the new SALTO Director of Industry Sectors Engagement.
Alarm.com Announces First-to-Market Smart Arming Feature
Alarm.com announced Smart Arming, a new feature that intelligently auto-arms and disarms Alarm.com powered home security systems based on user activity. The first-to-market feature, which was named a CES? 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree, goes beyond scheduled arming and disarming to intelligently adapt to daily routines. Smart Arming is quick and intuitive to set up; users choose the time of day they typically want their system armed at night (e.g., after 11 p.m.) and disarmed in the morning (e.g., at 7 a.m.), and then simply go about their daily routines.
Intellicene Brand Launches After Completion of Acquisition by Volaris Group
Intellicene announced the close of its acquisition by Volaris Group and the launch of its new brand. Previously known as Cognyte Situational Intelligence Solutions (SIS), the new Intellicene embodies a strategic new direction and an ambition to being a global security intelligence leader of choice. Led by veteran security executive Alan Stoddard, Intellicene incorporates former SIS employees and assets, including the Symphia suite of technologies.