Technologies
New i-PRO FlexPay Financing Offers a Path to Security System Ownership, Reduces Future Debt
i-PRO introduced i-PRO FlexPay Financing. The new program helps organizations of any size stay current with security technology and on budget, while providing a path to ownership without disrupting the procurement process. Offering flexible options, it’s the industry’s first financing program to enable customers to purchase a range of 3rd party hardware, software, and services as a bundle.
LTO Tape Capacity Shipments Set Another New Record
The LTO Program Technology Provider Companies (TPCs), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, International Business Machines Corporation and Quantum Corporation, released their annual tape media shipment report, detailing year-over-year shipments through the fourth quarter of 2022. The report reveals 148.3 Exabytes*(EB) of total tape capacity (compressed) shipped in 2022, an increase of 0.5% over 2021, and a strong result driven by continued hyperscaler and enterprise investment in LTO tape technology.
Xtract One Selected to Secure Entrances at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Home of the Memphis Showboats
Xtract One Technologies announced its SmartGateway patron screening solution was selected by Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, a 58,000-capacity stadium in Memphis, Tennessee, to secure entrances for its live events. The property is owned by the City of Memphis and is managed by global sports and entertainment company Oak View Group (OVG), which announced a strategic partnership with Xtract One in October 2022.
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.
The Chicago Cubs Modernize Security at Wrigley Field with Genetec Security Center
Genetec recently helped the Chicago Cubs’ security and technology departments undertake a massive upgrade to modernize security at the iconic Wrigley Field ballpark. Based on Genetec™ Security Center, Omnicast™, and Streamvault™, the new solution extends security to neighboring venues, parking lots and the Chicago Cubs Front Office, keeping people safe across multiple locations.
AuthenticID Announces New Identity Document Liveness Detector
AuthenticID announced the launch of its identity document liveness detector. This feature enhancement validates the actual, physical presence of identity documents when used as part of the identity verification process. AuthenticID’s identity document liveness detector utilizes advanced AI and computer vision to detect many forms of document spoofing, especially digitally-displayed document spoofs. These spoofs are also called screen replay attacks.
Tunja City Implements IoT Taxi Tracking with Illumination and Abeeway
Tunja city, Colombia, has successfully deployed an IoT project of city taxis fleet tracking and safety, in order to provide the drivers with a mean of self-protection. The solution, initiated by Iluminacion.co, a leading Colombian provider of IoT and renewable energy solutions, is based on Abeeway tracking devices and innovative ultra-low-power LoRaWAN connectivity for data transfer.
Leading Fast-Casual Chain WaBa Grill Chooses Interface to Transform Its Network and Voice Infrastructure
Interface Systems announced WaBa Grill Franchise (“WaBa”), one of the nation’s leading healthy fast-casual chains has chosen Interface Systems’ Restaurant Network-Technology-in-a-Box solution to transform its network and voice infrastructure in over 190 franchise locations. Founded in 2006 on the principle that healthy food is made with quality fresh ingredients and should be accessible to all, WaBa has become an iconic brand on the West Coast and is rapidly expanding across the United States.
New IQ Remote PowerG Security Panel from Johnson Controls Offers Superior Range and Reliability of Control
ohnson Controls announces the new IQ Remote PowerG Security Panel. The IQ Remote PowerG is a secondary control panel that gives customers the power to control their security and smart home system with the superior range and reliability of PowerG technology.
PSA Network Expands Elite P3 Technology Partner Program and Unveils 2023 P3 Partners
The PSA Network announced the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2023. The 2023 P3 provides technology partners with additional opportunities to connect with PSA members and owners. P3 technology partners are required to meet specific criteria that align with PSA’s strategic goals and offer the most advantages to PSA members and owners. These strategic partnerships empower PSA integrators to enhance their services to end-users and remain competitive.
Revolutionize Building Control with WiTTRA and Lansen’s Complete Mioty Ecosystem – Connect, Collect, and Control with Wireless Innovation!
WiTTRA and Lansen have announced their partnership to offer a complete mioty ecosystem for measuring, monitoring, and controlling buildings. This ecosystem includes various sensor solutions developed by Lansen, specifically designed for commercial premises, connected with mioty, providing superior battery life and range and Wittra’s Unified Gateway and IoT infrastructure.
Terabee Announces Major Project to Reduce Energy Consumption and Expenditure, and New Product Features
French sensor solutions technology company, Terabee, who manufacture their flagship people counting sensors in the EU, have partnered with FIPOI, the Foundation for buildings for International Organisations in Geneva, on a major people counting project as part of FIPOI’s strategy to reduce energy consumption and expenditure. By integrating the Terabee people counting system with the CICG Building Management System (BMS), FIPOI hopes to reduce the conference center’s energy consumption
Honeywell Showcases Security, Fire and Life Safety Products at ISC West
Honeywell is excited to showcase key technologies from its security and fire and life safety product lines at the upcoming 2023 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), March 28-31 in Las Vegas. Featured fire and life safety technologies, which provide flexible integration, real-time response and improved operational efficiencies
Johnson Controls Teams with Soter Technologies to Bring Vaping Detection Technology to Schools
Johnson Controls is collaborating with Soter Technologies, a growing health-safety technology company, to offer technology to school administrators to combat the student vaping epidemic. The companies announced that Johnson Controls will integrate Soter’s advanced school vape detection and alert technology into its offerings for current and new clients as an expanded offering to its security and building technology solutions.
Johnson Controls Launches New IQ Pro Hybrid Security Panel, Adding Flexibility to Intrusion Protection
Johnson Controls announces the new IQ Pro Hybrid Security Panel, purpose built for intrusion protection in commercial buildings, large residential facilities, campuses, and K-12 markets. The IQ Pro supports PowerG’s advanced sensor technology with industry-leading wireless range and extensive portfolio of life safety and security devices. Johnson Controls will showcase the IQ Pro Hybrid Security Panel as part of an entire suite of security solutions in stand 18033 at ISC West, March 29 to 31 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.
viisights Debuts viisights IQ Video Analytics Auto-Learning Technology at ISC West 2023
viisights is debuting viisights IQ™ here at ISC West 2023 in booth 9123. viisights IQ is an innovative new auto-learning technology that enhances viisights powerful behavior recognition video analytics to reduce false alarms, increase event precision capabilities, and improve overall operational efficiency.
DITEK Showcases Range of Advanced Surge Protection Solutions at ISC West 2023
DITEK is exhibiting the latest advancements in technology at ISC West 2023, March 29-31 in Las Vegas. Visitors to DITEK booth #8058 can browse DITEK’s suite of products, including the expanded Versa-Module 2 modular surge protection system, and hear about the company’s new online training platform, DITEK University.
Morse Watchmans Presents Line of Industry-Leading Key Control Solutions at the 2023 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention
Morse Watchmans, is featuring several of its latest key control and management solutions at the 2023 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention, March 29-30 in San Diego, CA. Morse Watchman’s award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system will be on display and available for demonstration alongside a suite of additional products at booth #1913. The KeyWatcher® Touch electronic key cabinet is a scalable key control solution for organizations looking to secure, manage and track keys and other assets.
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.
Brivo Expands Mobile Credentials With Employee Badge in Apple Wallet
Brivo announces it is launching support for employee badge in Apple Wallet, expanding its mobile credential options. Starting today, Brivo corporate customers can enable employees to easily and securely add their employee badge to Apple Wallet and simply hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a reader to unlock office doors, turnstiles, elevators and key card-protected amenity spaces — eliminating the need to open an app or present a traditional, physical access key.