New AI-Enabled Surveillance Hard Disks From Seagate
Seagate Technology plc announced its SkyHawk™ AI hard disk drive (HDD), the first drive created specifically for artificial intelligence (AI) enabled video surveillance solutions. Building on Seagate’s 10-year track record of delivering surveillance optimized storage performance, SkyHawk AI provides unprecedented bandwidth and processing power to manage always-on, data-intensive workloads, while simultaneously analyzing and recording footage from multiple HD cameras. Analytics on video surveillance hardware is growing exponentially, forecasted to increase from 27.6 million shipments in 2016 to 126 million shipments in 2021 (Cropley, 2017), as hardware manufacturers continue to include analytics sensors on network video recorders (NVRs).
Keyholding Company Deploys Verint Situational Intelligence On London’s Bond Street
Verint® Systems, Inc., announced The Keyholding Company’s deployment of Verint’s Situational Intelligence Solutions to further its proactive patrol and intelligence network designed to prevent theft and crime in one of London’s most visited and renowned shopping districts. The organization?s Safer Support Team is using Verint Dispatch Manager and Verint Mobile Reporter, part of the Verint Situational Awareness Platform, to respond faster, build intelligence, and improve communication with law enforcement at the scene.
Agent Vi Partners With NVIDIA?s Metropolis Software
Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi™) announced that it has joined NVIDIA?s Metropolis Software Partner Program. Agent Vi employs NVIDIA GPUs to deliver cutting-edge intelligent video analysis via deep learning algorithms and being a part of the Metropolis Partner Program will enable Agent Vi to better leverage Deep Learning technology to create safer and smarter cities.
System Galaxy Access Control Enhancements Debuted At ASIS 2017
Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control and security solutions, is demonstrating the latest updates and integration support for their flagship access control system, System Galaxy (booth #2241). Additional features for System Galaxy v10.5.1 now include updated support for OnSSI, ASSA ABLOY, Salto Systems and Allegion products, as well as enhancements to reports and security group import functions.
Jack Meltzer To Drive New Partner Programs For Veracity
Veracity has announced the appointment of industry veteran Jack Meltzer as Director of A&E Programs to help network architects, engineers and consultants develop expertise and specify projects incorporating Veracity solutions. Mr. Meltzer will focus on driving awareness of Veracity solutions and providing planning and support services to consultants, architects and engineers focused on the IP video market.
Georgia Convenience Store Does It All With 3xLOGIC Video Surveillance
3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, announced that the BC Express Mart, near Macon, Georgia, has deployed a 3xLOGIC video surveillance system to stay one step ahead of crime and to improve store operations. The Lizella, Georgia, 10,000 square-foot convenience store is owned by Belinda and Clifford Calloway and is just one of the businesses the two entrepreneurs own. The location is a convenience store, gas station, and restaurant, and employs 8-12 people depending on the season.
Crimeeye Video Footage Aids Chattanooga PD In Arrest Of Murder Suspect
The Chattanooga Police Department?s investment in the CrimeEye® video surveillance solution from Total Recall Corporation is already paying off. Video footage recorded via the CrimeEye-RD-2 rapid deployment video system was used to identify and arrest a suspect in the July 26 homicide of Desmond Clay. Clay was shot multiple times while driving and was found dead after his vehicle crashed into a local business. To investigate the crime, the Chattanooga Police Department retrieved video footage of the victim?s car recorded by an outdoor CrimeEye-RD-2 rapid deployment portable video unit.
Synology Unveils Surveillance Station 8.1
Synology® Inc., announced the official release of Surveillance Station 8.1, which boasts faster performance and provides a more complete surveillance solution than previous versions with the introduction of the remote recording archiving feature, the integration with transaction devices and intercom cameras, and the ability to intelligently switch between different security levels.
Dahua Technology USA Brings Smart H.265+ Technology To Its Line Of NVRs
Dahua Technology USA, a leading manufacturer of video surveillance solutions proven the world over, has introduced three new Network Video Recorders (NVRs) to provide a more expansive feature set within their Lite Series and Pro Series product families. The N42, N52, and N54 models have a higher number of PoE ports than their predecessors, and they support the industry?s latest compression codec: Dahua?s optimized Smart H.265+.
LifeSafety Power Takes Data Analytics To A Unprecedented Level With Software-Driven Solutions And New Integrations
LifeSafety® Power continues to turn the power category upside down with never before seen analytics in product solutions, readying to unveil some of the most innovative changes to the industry during ASIS, September 25 through 28, 2017, in Dallas, TX. The company has been building on its line of networking solutions, introducing new data analytics capabilities for connected physical security devices with integrated software-driven intelligence that gives security integrators and end-users assured confidence in the reliability of their security and life safety specifications.
OnSSI And Seagate Deliver High Performance, Scalable Archiving Solution
OnSSI and Seagate have teamed up to provide security professionals with a robust recording solution designed for more efficient system expansion and scalability. The integration of OnSSI?s Ocularis VMS and Seagate?s RealStor™ SAN storage system allows users to expand their systems with increased recording capacities as needed, while ensuring seamless continuity and manageability.
Retailers Need To Utilize Full Capabilities Of Video Software To Combat Global Retail Slowdown
Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), unveiled the findings of Video Surveillance Solutions in Singapore, a research study commissioned by Milestone Systems. The study revealed that while satisfaction with video surveillance continues to remain high, few firms are fully taking advantage of intelligent video solutions, beyond basic functions such as surveillance today. 92 percent of surveyed retail businesses are satisfied with their current video surveillance solutions, but what could they really gain from a deeper implementation of video surveillance technologies.
Milestone And Canon Spin Off ARCUS For Cloud
Canon, world-leader in imaging solutions, announced a new Video Cloud IoT as a Service business based in California called ARCUS Global Inc. Owned by Canon Europe and built on the intellectual property, technology and expertise of Canon Group company, Milestone Systems, ARCUS Global Inc. will address the significant unmet global market demand from large enterprises for Video Cloud IoT as a Service for security and business optimisation. ARCUS Global, Inc., is a spin-off from Milestone Systems and is headquartered in California.
Veracity Showcases End-To-End Command And Control Solution At IFSEC 2017
Veracity, a leading provider of innovative and intelligent solutions that solve real-world challenges in IP video systems, is showcasing a new suite of products at IFSEC 2017 which neatly brings together the three cornerstones of its successful business: IP transmission, storage, and display. Following on from its acquisition of security Command & Control software manufacturer icomply Ltd, Veracity?s largest-ever IFSEC stand is built around a walk-through Control Room, promoting its integrated security management platform powered by the powerful VTAS Pro™.
Highways England To Deploy Standards-Based CCTV System Based On ONVIF Open Standards
ONVIF®, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced today that Highways England has adopted an ONVIF-centric open standards approach to video technology for the continued expansion and management of its national highway CCTV and traffic system. The use of an open, standards-based CCTV system allows the national transport organization to support existing CCTV cameras while providing a pathway for adding new, ONVIF Profile S conformant cameras from a variety of different vendors to the system.
LifeSafety Power Unveils Native Integration With Software House Solution
LifeSafety Power® Inc., Mundelein, Ill., has announced a groundbreaking, new integration with the Software House C?CURE 9000 solution from Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls. The native integration with LifeSafety Power?s intelligent network monitoring modules now allows C?CURE 9000 users to receive and centrally manage alerts and notifications through the software, for monitoring and control of PSX power and distribution modules that are sold and supported through Software House.
The Need For Speed: Milestone Delivers Highest Performance In VMS Using NVIDIA GPUs
Milestone will show the industry?s first load balancing of multi-GPUs, hardware-accelerated decoding and video motion detection, motion metadata generation and recording of 1,000 Full HD 1080p H.264/5 cameras on a single BCDVideo BCD215 Series server —purpose-built for this project— with multiple NVIDIA GPUs.
Bosch Emphasizes Intelligence, Integration, And Increased Revenue For Integrators
At ISC West 2017, Bosch Security Systems will introduce new intelligent devices, demonstrate the power of integrated security and communications solutions, and highlight products and services to help integrators increase revenue. Visitors to the Bosch booth will see a completely new portfolio of IP-cameras, video analytics that extend surveillance beyond security, services that create recurring monthly revenue opportunities for dealers, and an innovative all-in-one wireless multi-sensor that can be configured as a door/window contact, water, or tilt sensor.
MOBOTIX Brings Innovation And Partnerships To ISC West 2017
During ISC West, the German System Manufacturer of Professional Video Management (VMS) and Smart IP-Cameras will present its latest IP video security products and innovations including vertical specific solutions for IoT, retail, home automation, perimeter, transportation, and industrial markets. As part of a strategic focus to open up its technology to the market, MOBOTIX will demonstrate its latest innovations and integrations with key technology alliance partners including Genetec, Accel Robotics, Sierra Wireless, E-Holovision, and Overland.
Veracity Features VIEWSCAPE At Power Grid Resilience Summit
Veracity will be promoting its new complete surveillance solution comprised of COLDSTORE™, (an innovative storage system that is uniquely and specifically designed for video surveillance), TRINITY™, (which allows “smart” IP-cameras to record to COLDSTORE without a physical NVR), and VIEWSCAPE™ (the management front end that provides the “GUI” as well as integration tools for systems ranging from access control and biometrics to building management and HVAC controls).