NEC X backed by NEC anounced a strategic investment in Indicio, an innovative startup revolutionizing digital trust by enabling people, organizations, connected devices, and AI agents to control cryptographically verifiable digital identities and share instantly verifiable data. The investment supports Indicio’s participation in NEC X’s Elev X! Boost program, designed to fast-track tech development and adoption for promising startups.

For years, video analytics has been the silent workhorse of physical security, a technological promise often whispered about but rarely fully realized. We, as security professionals, have seen its evolution firsthand. From rudimentary motion detection to sophisticated behavioral algorithms, the journey has been long and incremental.

Advanced car counting and surveillance solutions from Axis Communications boost operational efficiency across one of North America’s largest tourist destinations. Mall of America, the largest shopping and entertainment complex in North America, announced an expansion of its ongoing partnership with Axis Communications to deploy cutting-edge car-counting video analytics across more than a dozen locations.

Genetec announced the introduction of advanced mapping functionalities in Genetec Cloudrunner™, its vehicle-centric investigative system. The new Report Map and Device Map features give law enforcement and security professionals the ability to visualize ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) information in an intuitive map interface, significantly improving investigative reach and operational efficiency.

In the realm of physical security, the perimeter stands as the first line of defense. Traditionally, securing these critical boundaries has been a labor-intensive and often reactive endeavor, relying on guards, fences, and simple sensors prone to false alarms. However, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in a transformative era for perimeter intrusion detection, fundamentally enhancing fence lines and boundaries by moving beyond mere detection to intelligent classification, prediction, and proactive response.

Hospitals and other healthcare institutions are unique places that require the highest levels of security and patient care. Important priorities include the protection of sensitive medical data and equipment, the wellbeing of those who are most at risk, and the upkeep of a secure and healing environment. A new era of proactive patient care and increased operational efficiency is being ushered in by the integration of sophisticated video surveillance systems with artificial intelligence-powered video analytics, even though conventional security measures like access control and security guards are still essential.

At ISC-West, booth #7041, Acoem, a global leader in advanced physical security solutions, will unveil its next-generation gunshot detection system. Acoem ATD (Acoustic Threat Detection) technology is designed for security professionals, law enforcement agencies, and critical infrastructure operators who require a data-driven gunshot detection solution that delivers unparalleled speed, accuracy, and scalability—without the need for multiple sensors.

FLIR will use ICS West 2025 to show visitors how they can benefit from adopting a multi-layered approach to their security challenges. With extensive experience across applications that include fence line/perimeter protection, parking lots, outdoor area protection, and entry/interior area protection, FLIR designs its solutions as building blocks that can integrate to form a robust multi-layered security solution.

Genetec, the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced that it has been selected by the City of Brampton in Ontario to support a new public safety initiative. Genetec solutions will be used to help Brampton provide regional law enforcement agencies with critical data to expedite crime investigations and improve community safety.

As the physical security industry looks toward 2025, i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) is highlighting four interlinked trends that are set to redefine how businesses, integrators, and security professionals approach security in the next year. These insights highlight the transformative role of edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI), the expansion of cloud computing, and how companies will integrate the wealth of available data.

Moxa is extending the advantages of IP video surveillance to challenging transit applications with the debut of its new VPort 07-3, an EN 50155 compliant onboard dome camera. Hardened against service interruptions caused by heavy vibration, impact or water ingress, the new camera is an ideal surveillance solution for light rail, buses, and passenger rail fleets. 

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, today releases the list of the latest Certified Z-Wave and Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) smart home devices that centralize the control and interface of connected smart devices across a property. With nearly 100 ZWLR certified devices in market and over 4500 devices in the entire Z-Wave ecosystem, this round up is merely new devices categorized as hubs, controllers, and gateways. 

Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider of security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has identified key security and technology trends that will shape retail and restaurant security in 2025. As threats evolve and technology accelerates, Interface anticipates a convergence of AI, advanced video analytics, and smarter monitoring solutions to drive more proactive and efficient business security systems.

In-car and mobile video surveillance systems have emerged as powerful tools, revolutionizing security operations across various sectors. From law enforcement agencies to corporate entities, these solutions are enhancing situational awareness, improving response times, and bolstering investigative capabilities.

ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) is pleased to announce the launch of Vigiles-TR, a new solution designed for transportable security applications. These appliances create a platform to combine advance video surveillance and License Plate Recognition (LPR) technologies.  The solutions are built upon the industry leading toolboxes and trailers from Trinity Innovative Solutions as VNS defined configurations ensuring robust and versatile deployment options.

Acre Security, a global leader in providing cutting-edge security platforms, is proud to announce the acquisition of REKS, a transformative purpose-built, generative AI solution designed for access control environments. This strategic deal marks a significant step forward in Acre’s mission to drive innovation and redefine the future of security technology.

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, announced that Jaret Alexander has been appointed Vice President of Design Services.

Bosch is selling its Building Technologies division’s product business for security and communications technology to the European investment firm Triton. The transaction encompasses three business units – Video, Access and Intrusion, and Communication – and thus the entire product business of Bosch Building Technologies that was offered for sale.

Transaction to Enhance BearCom’s Physical Security Offering and Position Company as a Leading End-to-End Integrator of Advanced Voice, Security and Data Solutions BearCom, a premier North American integrator of voice, […]