Technologies
Israeli Wireless Communication For Russian Safe City Video Surveillance Project
Radwin announced that its wireless broadband systems were deployed by the City of Nefteyugansk in Siberia, Russia for a major Safe City project. The RADWIN 5000 point-to-multipoint systems were chosen to provide real-time video transmission from high-definition video cameras installed throughout the city back to a central command center. Teleincom and ROILCOM, leading system integration […]
OnSSI’s ASIS Display Targets VMS Demands for Mobility, Integration and Extended Command and Control Needs
Innovative technology that drives breakthrough PSIM and VMS solutions for mobile and web access, partner integrations and intelligent functionality is the highlight of OnSSI’s exhibit (booth #1629) at this year’s ASIS convention and trade show. Featured products include the debut of OnSSI’s Mobile and Web Clients and the introduction of Ocularis LS. Built for mobility […]
March Networks Rolls Out New 360-Degree 5MP Camera And Integrated Fraud Detection
March Networks?, the No. 1 supplier of video surveillance systems to banks in the Americas, is pleased to announce new additions to its next-generation financial solution. The expanded portfolio includes the new March Networks MegaPX 360 Indoor Dome IP camera and a local ATM/teller integration capability for smaller credit unions and community banks seeking more […]
Innovation In Video Surveillance Tech At A Crossroads: Part 2
Editor’s note: This is part two in a two-part series on video surveillance trends from the perspective of several industry experts. Part one examines overall industry trends, the continued migration to IP and how companies are continuing to provide support to the large existing base of analog device users. Part two delves into the progression of high-resolution imaging technology, developments at the edge and the future of video recording. Over the past several years, it seems as though there has been an arms race within the video surveillance industry when it comes to high-resolution cameras. Just a few years ago, only a handful of vendors offered cameras with high-megapixel imaging capabilities. Now HD resolution is the norm and some companies offer cameras that provide users with as much as 40 megapixels of resolution. There have also been great advancements over the last several years at the edge. Functions such as storage and analytics that could once only be performed on the server side are now being done within the cameras themselves. Has the market settled on a sweet spot for image resolution? What kind of impact will advancements in edge capabilities and onboard storage have on camera R&D over the next several years? Here’s what several experts had to say at the ASIS show this week in Chicago. SIW: Has the industry settled on how much resolution is needed for given applications or are we going to continue to see higher and higher megapixels in the years to come? […]
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Innovation In Video Surveillance Tech At A Crossroads: Part 1
Editor’s note: This is part one in a two-part series on video surveillance trends from the perspective of several industry experts. Part one examines overall industry trends, the continued migration to IP and how companies are continuing to provide support to the large existing base of analog device users. Part two will delve into the progression of high-resolution imaging technology, developments at the edge and the future of video recording. Over the past decade, there has been a seismic shift in the evolution of video surveillance. What was once a relatively simple configuration of coaxial cable running from cameras to closed circuit television monitors and VCRs has been revolutionized by network connectivity and ever-increasing image processing power. The result has been the transformation of what once considered a “dumb” security sensor into an “intelligent” device that provides security managers with actionable data they can use to mitigate risks and more thoroughly investigate incidents after the fact. This is embodied in the multitude of video analytic capabilities offered by today’s video products at both the software and hardware levels. It can also be seen in the wide variety of high-resolution cameras that are currently available in the marketplace. Despite these technological advances and the tipping point for IP video equipment sales (at least in terms of revenues) being close at hand , the fact remains that analog still makes up the majority of camera installations and will remain a large part of the market for the foreseeable future. With that […]
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IACP Sets Policy Standards For ALPR/ANPR
s reported by NDI Recognition Systems, an IACP report on license plate recognition offers agencies information to help set policies and operational standards. Automated license plate recognition (ALPR) technology has been adopted by approximately 23 percent of U.S. law enforcement agencies, according to a report released by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). […]
Optex Integrates With Exacq For Minimizing Video False Alarms
Optex Co., Ltd, a leading manufacturer of security infrared and laser technology, announced today the integration of their sensors and detectors with the exacqVision Video Management System (VMS) from Exacq Technologies. The result will minimize video false alarms for outdoor perimeter applications. Optex detection products are integrated into the exacqVision Professional and Enterprise VMS software […]
How Rapid Is Your Rapid Deployment Camera?
I have read with interest several articles about the concept of rapidly deployable CCTV. I have been researching this area on and off for quite some time now. For many years, I have been involved in the proactive and reactive protection of critical national infrastructure from higher and lower levels of criminal proficiency. This effort […]
Heartbeat Biometrics For Human Authentication Access Control
Abstract Automated security is one of the major concerns of modern times. Secure and reliable authentication systems are in great demand. A biometric trait like the electrocardiogram (ECG) of a person is unique and secure. In this paper, we propose an authentication technique based on Radon transform. Here, ECG wave is considered as an image […]
Optex Integrates New Solution That Provides Advanced Tracking Capbilities
OPTEX will be demonstrating at ASIS 2013 an advanced security solution that gives end users unprecedented capabilities in tracking and responding to intruders through tight integration of OPTEX’s Redscan laser detector, Milestone XProtect video management software, and RedHawk software from The Hawkeye Effect. The integrated solution not only allows precise auto PTZ tracking and response, but also provides a mapping capability that tracks objects in real time. “Integration is a key to achieving the best security,” says Mac Kokobo CEO at OPTEX. “Each company brings specific expertise and industry leadership to security applications. But the real power is seen when you combine and integrate the various capabilities into a single solution. Thanks to our Redscan laser detector, Milestone’s open platform, the IP video cameras, and The HawkEye Effect geo-spatial mapping together bring unmatched levels of intruder detection, tracking, and response.” The Redscan laser detector can be seamlessly integrated into the Milestone XProtect VMS, including defined zones and events codes, so that PTZ cameras can be triggered to view the intrusion. Other responses, such as alarms, access control lockdowns, or security lighting, can be defined on a zone-by-zone basis. “The Milestone Integration Platform (MIP) architecture enables this combined solution with OPTEX and The Hawkeye Effect, providing unique new tools for taking action. We value the strong partnership between us to deliver innovative technology to customers in the security industry,” says Reinier Tuinzuing, Strategic Alliance Manager, Americas, for Milestone Systems. By adding RedHawk geo-spatial software from The Hawkeye Effect, users achieve […]
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Embracing The Police Force Of The Future
(CNN) – Contrary to the Hollywood image in movies like “Minority Report,” technology hasn’t served law enforcement particularly well over the years. Fragmented and complex operating systems have challenged police officers to manually enter information into multiple programs. And yet officers still struggle to retrieve the information they need — especially in the field, where it can be a matter of life or death. A large number of law enforcement agencies are still hindered by antiquated technologies. But agencies that have upgraded their operating and investigative systems have been tremendously effective in ensuring the safety of their citizens. Police forces like the Guardia Civil in Spain and An Garda Siochana in Ireland were early technology adopters and now benefit from some of the most efficient police operations and investigative systems in the world. These are the police forces of the future — the ones that others will be modeling themselves after in the years to come. Accenture recently studied police forces from around the world and found that in every region, police are hungry for new technology. They see tech such as analytics, biometrics (identification of humans by their characteristics or traits) and facial recognition as keys to effectively fighting crime and maximizing the time officers spend in the field. Despite the reality of reduced budgets, law enforcement agencies that adopt new technologies can prevent crimes more effectively and solve crimes faster. Video analytics What many people don’t know is that there’s a solid infrastructure of closed-circuit TV in […]
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Arms Industry Shows Off Next-Gen Drones In London Expo
Reconnaissance gadgets and robotic warfare devices are getting smaller by the year, with James Bond like technology being offered to a wide range of buyers, from police forces to special military units. The market place for such technology has become Defence Security and Equipment International (DSEi) exhibition held at ExCel London. The international exhibition has established itself as the leading platform to view and purchase state of the art equipment from the world
ISCON Appoints Bill Gately As New CEO
WOBURN, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– ISCON IMAGING, INC., a subsidiary of DVTEL and a manufacturer of patented infrared (IR) imaging systems for the global security market, has appointed seasoned executive leader Bill Gately as its new Chief Executive Officer. Gately brings to ISCON a proven track record of helping to drive growth and launch new technology developments […]
HID Global Expands pivCLASS Portfolio To Include Credential Registration And Verification Of FIPS 201-Based Credentials
HID Global?, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, today announced it has expanded its pivCLASS? product portfolio with an extensive family of credential authentication solutions that enables customers to comply with government physical access control mandates. The pivCLASS suite now incorporates a comprehensive family of software solutions from Codebench, part of HID Global, with […]
Near Field Communication Forum Announces Paula Hunter As New Executive Director
The NFC Forum, a non-profit industry association that advances the use of Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, today announced that Paula Hunter has been named the organization?s new Executive Director. Elected by a vote of the NFC Forum Board of Directors, Hunter comes to the NFC Forum with more than 18 years of leadership experience […]
(ISC)
Clearwater, FL (PRWEB) September 16, 2013 The (ISC)² (“ISC-squared”) Foundation, a charitable trust that aims to empower students, teachers and the general public to secure their online life with cyber security education and awareness programs, today announced the recipients of its 2013 information security scholarships. The (ISC)² Foundation Scholarship Program aims to fill society’s need for trained cyber security professionals by building the workforce of the future through meaningful scholarships. This program opens doors for current and aspiring information security professionals, with scholarships for women, undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students and certification exam vouchers for qualifying faculty to ensure a sufficient supply of qualified instructors at the university level. Recipients were selected by the (ISC)² Scholarship Review Committee, which consists of representatives from the (ISC)² Board of Directors, academia, and the (ISC)² membership. “On behalf of the (ISC)² Foundation, I’d like to congratulate this year’s scholarship recipients for their outstanding applications and a commitment to joining the cyber security workforce,” said Julie Peeler, director for the (ISC)² Foundation. “The goal of the scholarship program is to help aspiring and practicing professionals achieve their educational goals and put them on a solid track to join the cyber security workforce. We’re thrilled that the program has assisted so many deserving students across the globe that are truly passionate about a career in information security.” The following Scholarship recipients will be recognised at the 2013 (ISC)² Security Congress taking place later this month: o Catherine Deleare, USA o Pratibha Anjali Dohare, Bhopal, India o Veelasha […]
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Axxon Next VMS Software Demonstration At SecurityUser Expo 2013
Published on 10 Sep, 2013 Axxon Next will be demonstrated to security distributors and systems integrators at SecurityUser Expo 2013 PTZ Security , an AxxonSoft -certified distributor, will showcase Axxon Next at Denmark’s SecurityUser Expo 2013 . PTZ Security will introduce visitors at SecurityUser Expo 2013, to be held in Copenhagen, Denmark from 17 to 19 September of this year, to state-of-the-art AxxonSoft software. Next-generation, open-platform Axxon Next video management software (VMS) will be demonstrated to security distributors, wholesalers, and systems integrators at one of the marquee events in the important Scandinavian market. Exciting innovations from AxxonSoft put Axxon Next on a whole new level of performance, reliability, efficiency, functionality and accessibility. Video surveillance systems based on Axxon Next can scale infinitely: there are no restrictions on the number of video servers, workstations or video cameras. Axxon Next also plays well with other devices and systems. Support for over 1,000 models of IP cameras is included, as well as remote access from mobile devices and a web interface. The software’s intuitive interface makes navigation a breeze and increases workflow efficiency. “We are very happy to have a partner like PTZ Security in Denmark, with great technical knowledge and many years of experience in the IP and security market. I am sure the show will be a big success for PTZ Security as well as for AxxonSoft,” said Harald Lutz, Technical Manager at AxxonSoft. Security needs of all sizes – from those of large-scale distributed facilities to the smallest sites […]
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DHS To Test Face Scanning Cameras At Tri-City Hockey Game
Source: TriCityHerald … It is planned to be used by the U.S. government to test the capabilities of facial recognition software that is available or in the prototype stage. Eventually, state-of-the-art facial recognition technologies could be used to identify terrorists and criminals in public areas, according to the national lab in Richland. The Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate works to make technology available to agencies ranging from local police offices to the U.S. Border Patrol, Transportation Security Administration and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. PNNL previously has collected video at the Toyota Center for work with the Department of Homeland Security. But past video either has not captured members of the public or has been too low resolution to identify faces. Hockey fans who don’t want to be on the video will be given options to avoid the cameras. Read More…
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Tiny Recon Robots Herald New Generation Of Drones
London: Ex-U.S. Marine Ernest Langdon pulls a pin and throws a small black object onto the ground. But it doesn’t explode. Instead, the robot rights itself and swiftly scuttles away, feeding infrared video back to a small radio control screen. Unmanned drones have become an almost ubiquitous presence on the battlefield for U.S. and other high-tech forces. But the market for remote controlled vehicles is evolving from the sometimes multi-tonne craft that patrol the skies over Afghanistan or Yemen, carrying out reconnaissance and targeted strikes, to tiny robots that police and even film companies can use. The top end of the market continues to be dominated by U.S. companies such as Lockheed Martin , Northrop Grumman and General Atomics, formerly a division of General Dynamics and creator of the Predator and Reaper drones. Other major defence firms such as BAE Systems are pushing forward with next-generation drones with stealth and other features. Smaller companies are increasingly redefining the industry, however. Drones on display at this week’s DSEI defence fair at London’s Excel exhibition centre include undersea robots that can act as mini submarines or simply drive along the surface of the seabed to clear mines or conduct reconnaissance. Remote control “quadrocopters” with four or more rotors can be launched from backpacks. Even conventional military vehicles are becoming increasingly robotised. The stand of U.S. truck manufacturer Oshkosh Corp showcases a picture of a convoy of military trucks it says are being entirely remote-controlled. Critics of the use of drones controlled […]
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NEA Looking To Drones In War On Mosquitoes… And Other Nuisances
Neo Chai Chin Today Online 14 Sep 13; SINGAPORE — A monitoring system to detect noisy vehicles on the roads and unmanned aerial vehicles to inspect high spaces like roof gutters for mosquito-breeding spots. These are two of the solutions being explored by the National Environment Agency (NEA), as part of efforts to better detect and tackle a myriad of bugbears, ranging from illegal hawkers to mysterious ambient odours. A Noisy Vehicle Monitoring System, for instance, is being piloted at an undisclosed location. It aims to use directional microphones installed on road lanes and video technology to capture the licence plate numbers of vehicles that make excessive noise. The pilot will go on for at least another year, given the extensive tests needed to get a shipshape system in place, said NEA Deputy Chief Executive (Technology and Corporate Development) Joseph Hui Kim Sung. Outlining new detection capabilities being developed by the agency yesterday at the World Engineers Summit, Mr Hui said it is now operating in a more challenging environment. The Republic is getting more compact and urbanised and feeling the impact of climate change, and the NEA has to deal with extreme events and crises like mass food poisoning, oil spills, the haze and nuclear incidents happening in Singapore and other countries. At the same time, the authorities are facing the need for greater transparency, accountability and public consultation, said Mr Hui, who was giving a presentation on integrated environmental management systems. Speaking to TODAY, Mr Hui cautioned […]