Author: Jay Bartlett
Suprema Launches BioStation 3, Setting a New Standard in Access Control
Suprema has launched BioStation 3, a contactless access control device specializing in post-pandemic facial recognition. BioStation 3 is a new generation access control solution created through the integration of 20 years of Suprema expertise in access control and authentication. In addition to facial recognition, which is a representative contactless authentication method in the post-corona era, various contactless login options such as QR code, barcode,mobile access card, RFID card, etc. are provided to improve user convenience. .
Irisity Launches IRIS+ a Next-generation Analytics Platform.
Irisity AB introduces IRIS+ its next generation AI-powered video analytics solution. IRIS+ is a highly scalable, comprehensive offering that combines Irisity?s expertise in behavioral analytics with Agent Vi?s platform for scalable distributed analytics. IRIS+ delivers leading performance in a platform designed to support customization and more advanced industry-specific vertical offerings in the future. IRIS+ enhances the already rich AI capabilities of Agent Vi?s innoVi and Irisity?s Iris platforms with broad object classification for the highest accuracy levels in the most challenging environments.
Creating Synergy between VIVOTEK’s Total Smart IP Surveillance Solution and USGBC LEED Gold-certified DET Plant 7
The Delta Electronics received the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification in the New Construction category from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The certifications categories include Sustainable Sites, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Water Efficiency, Innovation in design, and Regional Priority Credit.
Honeywell Launches Three New Technologies to Improve Situational Awareness
Honeywell is launching the latest iteration of its Pro-Watch Integrated Security Suite, including Pro-Watch? 6.0 and Pro-Watch Video Management System (VMS) R750, along with the 35 Series Cameras which round out its portfolio of cameras that work in NDAA-compliant systems, at the 2022 Global Security Exchange (GSX) September 12-14 in Atlanta.
Alcatraz AI Receives $25M Series A Funding to Accelerate International Growth
Alcatraz AI to create safe spaces, has raised a $25M Series A round. The round was led by Almaz Capital and included EBRD (The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development), Endeavor Catalyst, Silverline Capital, and Golden Seeds, along with participation from existing investors JCI Ventures (the corporate venture arm of Johnson Controls), Ray Stata and LDV Partners.
Safeture Takes a Major Step into the French Market
Safeture AB has signed a partnership agreement with Amarante International, one of France’s leading providers of security advisory and management services. Through the agreement, Safeture has quickly gained several new customers. Large companies such as Airbus, Lufthansa and Corsair, part of TUI, will be able to access Safeture technology in the future. he innovative platform provider for travel and employee security provided by Safeture is now also active in France on a large scale.
ADT Commercial Nears Commercialization of Robots, Drones for Intelligent Autonomous Guarding
ADT Commercia is nearing commercialization of its intelligent autonomous guarding solutions, and is showcasing new updates to its innovative humanoid robotics and indoor drone technologies Sept. 12?14 at GSX 2022. ADT Commercial?s suite of intelligent autonomous guarding solutions will use AI and AR in combination with autonomous humanoid robots and indoor drones for comprehensive security surveillance of a wide variety of commercial areas.
HID Global Showcases Driver?s Licenses for Mobile Wallets And Innovative Card Design at AAMVA Conference
HID Global announced it will showcase its products and solutions at the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) Annual International Conference (AIC). The company will display its HID goID? solution for issuing mobile driver?s licenses (mDLs) in an environment of evolving standards, and its novel card designs that have set a global standard for uncompromised security.
Wasabi and Hanwha Announce Smarter Video Surveillance Storage Integration
Wasabi Technologies announced a new integration with Hanwha Techwin that delivers a fully scalable, cost-effective cloud storage solution for the Wisenet WAVE VMS to reinforce the surveillance industry?s next generation architecture needs. By leveraging a combination of on-prem and cloud technology, users of Wasabi hot cloud storage and Wisenet Wave VMS can support high camera counts, high-definition resolutions, high frame rates, and long retention periods with exceptional reliability, affordability, and availability to meet the demands of video surveillance deployments while protecting video with the industry?s strongest security practices.
TDSi?s GARDiS Controllers and Extension Modules Earn UL Certification for Buyer Assurance
TDSi announces its GARDiS range of Controllers and Extension Modules have received UL 294 Certification from Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Inc. The well-respected UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units rigorously tests the construction, performance, and operation of physical access control equipment and/or systems to provide a trusted assessment for buyer peace of mind
Arcules Experiences Rapid Growth as Demand Soars for Secure and Flexible Video Surveillance-as-a-Service Solutions
Arcules announced a strong quarter for the company with growth driven by enhanced services, partnerships, customer wins, and global expansion. Each day, more companies worldwide are embracing VSaaS to increase safety and operational efficiency, and a great majority are turning to Arcules for its proven mix of security, flexibility, and ease-of-use.
SALTO to Showcase Latest Smart Access Control Technology at GSX Expo in Atlanta
SALTO Systems will showcase its latest security innovations at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in Atlanta, September 12-14, 2022.
New version of i-PRO Active Guard turns VMSs into powerful search engines for real time alarm notifications and post-event searches
i-PRO announced the latest version of its Active Guard plug-in. The AI-based plug-in can turn video management systems (VMS) into powerful search engines capable of real-time searches or deep forensic analysis. Already supported by leading VMSs including Genetec Security Center and i-PRO Video Insight, the latest version now adds support for Milestone Systems? X-Protect and i-PRO?s ASM300 software, and features the industry?s largest number of search attributes and new UI enhancements.
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.
VIVOTEK to Showcase Its Next-Generation VMS, VAST Security Station, at Security Essen 2022
VIVOTEK announced that it would be showcasing its power intelligent video management software, VAST Security Station (VSS), for the first time at Booth 5C42 in Hall 5 of this year?s Security Essen in Germany. Post-hoc video investigation and evidence processes are often long and difficult. With the VIVOTEK VSS and its powerful AI analytical tools, evidence identification and collection efficiency can be significantly enhanced. The built-in Deep Search functionality further allows users to run constrained searches by history, scene, or attribute and consolidated searches using data from multiple cameras.
How Explainable Artificial Intelligence Can Propel the Growth of Industry 4.0
With the advent of industry 4.0, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have become vital to helping with industry efficiency and performance. Recently, a group of researchers surveyed the existing AI and explainable AI (XAI) based methods used in Industry 4.0 highlighting the need for XAI-based methods to help build efficient smart cities, factories, healthcare, and human-computer interactions. The very first industrial revolution historically kicked off with the introduction of steam- and water-powered technology.
ACRE Completes Acquisition of Security Identification Systems Corporation
ACRE has completed its acquisition of Security Identification Systems Corporation (SISCO.) The combination of ACRE’s comprehensive security technology portfolio with SISCO’s solutions for credentialing and visitor management fortifies the ability to deliver a wide range of complementary technology options to ACRE’s customer base. Founded in 1994 in South Florida, SISCO has been dedicated to developing best-in-class visitor management solutions for credentialing, compliance, and tracking.
Genetec Announces Major New Release of Security Center
Genetec announced a major new release of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. With version 5.11, customers will have access to every module of Security Center, including Omnicast? (video monitoring), Synergis? (access control), AutoVu? (automatic license plate recognition), Sipelia? (intercom) and intrusion monitoring, right out-of-the-box. Beyond simplifying the path to unification, Security Center 5.11 includes a wide spectrum of powerful features as standard, including KiwiVision? analytics
Suprema Joins FiRa Consortium to Accelerate the Future of Walk-through Access Security
Suprema joined as a member of the FiRa Consortium, a consultative body that establishes standards for ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, the next-generation of wireless communication. The FiRa Consortium is a global organization established for the goal of promoting widespread adoption of UWB by improving the stability of the technology, as well as its distance and location measurement accuracy. UWB is a short-range wireless communication (RF) technology that uses broadband frequencies to measure distances with an accuracy of centimeters.
Blackline Safety to Unveil Disruptive Connected Wearable at NSC Safety Congress & Expo
Blackline Safety Corp announced it will unveil the G6 single-gas detector ?setting a new standard in connected worker wearables? at the upcoming National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo, to be held September 19-21 at the San Diego Convention Center. A first look at Blackline?s latest innovation for oil and gas, petrochemical and other industrial workplaces, enabling fast incident response time, better safety and compliance, long-lasting connectivity and improved efficiency?all in one cloud-connected device.