Average Number of Networked Cameras Increases to 3.4 from 1.9 in 2018
Parks Associates’ new Smart Product Market Assessment research finds US broadband households with networked cameras now own on average 3.4 of these devices, a rapid increase from less than two devices in early 2018. Additionally, over one-third of those who bought a smart video doorbell in the past 12 months are first-time buyers. The firm will host the 15th annual CONNECTIONS Summit: Smart Home Growth Strategies virtually on January 14, in cooperation with CES? 2021, featuring executives from ADT, Alarm.com, Brinks Home Security, Nice, Notion, SimpliSafe, and Yonomi.
Bosch Secures Unmanned Train Depots on Southeastern Rail Network in the UK
One of the largest public train operators in the United Kingdom, Southeastern Rail Network, now relies on a smart video security solution from Bosch to secure twelve train depots, including five unmanned locations, against theft and intrusion. The fully digital video surveillance system presents a significant upgrade to the British train operating company, which provides train services between London, Kent and parts of East Sussex and transports 640,000 passengers each weekday on its 392 trains.
Setelsa Security Selects SAFR from RealNetworks to Provide Face-Based Biometrics for Secure Access
Setelsa Security has chosen SAFR from RealNetworks, to provide face-based biometrics for its clients in the UK, Spain, Portugal, Mexico, and Argentina. Integrating SAFR face recognition will enhance Setelsa?s secure access solutions, enabling clients to deploy touchless, face-based authentication. The partnership integrates SAFR?s AI-based computer vision technology ? face detection, face recognition, and mask detection ? into Setelsa?s market-leading secure access solutions.
PSA Security Network Becomes a CIS Secure Suite Member
PSA announced that it has become a CIS SecureSuite? member. Through this membership, PSA is further bolstering its cybersecurity defenses by leveraging CIS SecureSuite resources. The CIS Benchmarks, the consensus-based, internationally recognized security configuration resources, CIS-CAT Pro, and the CIS Controls?, a set of cyber practices developed by global experts, all help to protect an organization against pervasive and dangerous cyber-attacks.
Net Feasa Partners with ORBCOMM to deliver first commercial Low Power Wide Area Network Vessel Solution
ORBCOMM announced that it has expanded its industry-leading portfolio of on-board vessel IoT systems to include LoRaWAN technology. Through a partnership with Net Feasa, ORBCOMM has deployed the first commercially available solution using LoRa technology to monitor shipping containers on board a vessel for a large global carrier. The solution combines VesselConnect with Net Feasa?s EvenKeelIoT device connectivity, management and services platform.
SAFR from RealNetworks Launches Version 3.0 Featuring Enhanced COVID-19 Response Features
SAFR from RealNetworks announced improved face detection and recognition accuracy for both masked and unmasked faces with the release of SAFR 3.0. Available now, SAFR?s 3.0 release introduces a new default high sensitivity face detector. Customers running the high sensitivity face detector will see a 95.1% detection rate and 98.85% recognition accuracy rate for faces covered by PPE face masks.
CBX Chooses SAFR from RealNetworks To Enhance Terminal Efficiency
Otay-Tijuana Venture LLC has chosen SAFR from RealNetworks? video analytics technology to be used throughout the San Diego – Tijuana terminal in order to optimize operations and improve passenger flow.
Alcatraz Sponsors PSA Security Network?s ADAPT 2020 Virtual Event
Alcatraz has been added to the lineup of sponsors for PSA Security Network?s ADAPT 2020 virtual managerial conference for system integrators.
Leading U.S. Oil Corporation Selects March Networks? Cloud-based Searchlight Video Solution
March Networks announced that one of the world?s largest oil companies will deploy its cloud-based Searchlight solution at more than 300 c-stor locations. The company is currently rolling out March Networks Searchlight for Retail as a Servic at all of its U.S. corporate-owned stores. The company?s branded fuel products are sold at nearly 8,000 service stations in the U.S., providing a future platform for March Networks to continue to grow its c-store customer base.
Flock Safety Launches Ethically-Designed Local and National Network of Automated License Plate Readers
Flock Safety launched TALON, the industry?s first ethically-designed local and national network of automatic license plate readers (ALPRs). TALON allows law enforcement to opt-in to sharing their Flock Safety ALPRs with other law enforcement agencies in their state or agencies in over 700 cities nationwide, providing near real-time information sharing across jurisdictions. TALON is available at zero additional cost to Flock Safety customers.
CMS Corporation Deploys Sonitrol Network Protection Powered by Cisco Meraki
Sonitrol announced that CMS Corporation relies on one of Sonitrol?s newest offerings, Sonitrol Network Protection. CMS?s scope of services encompasses new construction, renovations, fueling systems, and energy and sustainability projects for a wide range of commercial and federal government clients. The company?s projects are approximately 70% Federal and 30% civilian. According to CSO Online, the average small business loss when a network has been breached is $170,000.
Transition Networks Debuts PCIe 10 Gigabit Ethernet Fiber NIC Optimized for Data Centers
Transition Networks released its PCIe 10 Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Network Interface Card supporting faster transfer speeds of up to eight Giga Transfers per second (GT/s) for servers or high-powered work stations. Increased data and video traffic resulting from remote work and other factors during the COVID-19 pandemic has driven communication between data centers and the cloud to an all-time high. Overwhelming traffic affects available data center bandwidth, but the 10 Gigabit NIC provides relief in several ways.
SAFR from RealNetworks Awarded $1.9M in Phase II Small Business Innovation Research Contracts from the USAF
SAFR announced it has been awarded two Phase II Small Business Innovation Research contracts of approximately $950k each or $1.9M in total from AFWERX. These contracts provide funding to adapt the SAFR platform for use by the Air Force for perimeter security and secure access. Once developed for the USAF, the SBIR/STTR program allows for any other federal agency to award a sole-source contract for technology developed under the program. SAFR will be enhanced to integrate real-time facial recognition across a range of fixed and mobile device embedded cameras
Seek Thermal Now Offers API Network and Integration Capabilities for Seek-Scan Adding Convenience and Control to Office Safety Procedures
To further develop effective and customized solutions for Seek Scan, one of the most affordable thermal temperature screening solutions meeting FDA guidelines during the COVID-19 public health emergency, Seek Thermal today announced it has made APIs available for access control, VMS and other integrated network capabilities. The Seek Scan thermal imaging system is specifically designed and calibrated to quickly automate body temperature screening using skin temperature as a proxy.
ViSTA Networking Solutions Launches Disaster Proof Video Bunker
ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) announces the launch of the Video Bunker. A disaster proof, theft resistant on-premises video archive system for mission critical security cameras. The solution consists of a fire and waterproof hard drive attached to a small footprint Network Video Recorder which has been preloaded with AXIS Camera Station Video Management Software from Axis Communications. An optional floor mount kit is available to added security.
March Networks Announces New Health Compliance Solution
March announced a new solution to help enterprise businesses manage new health and safety compliance regulations in the COVID-19 era. The company?s Health Compliance Solution delivers a suite of new features to help banks, retailers, restaurants, schools and other businesses monitor and measure occupancy in real-time, rapidly detect individuals who may pose a potential risk, and ensure compliance with new cleaning and sanitization procedures.
Synectics Awarded Critical-infrastructure Contract to Protect Vital Power Network
Responsible for maintaining an energy network that supplies over 3.9 million homes and businesses, the customer required a centralized system to guard against both physical and cyber threats at five key sites ? each recognized as a national asset with corresponding levels of access clearance. The Synectics solution, driven by its Synergy 3 command and control platform, integrates third-party sensors, analytics, cameras, systems, personnel databases, and edge devices.
Eagle Eye Networks Completes City-Wide Surveillance Project, Deploying Over 13,000 Cloud Cameras in 4 Months
Eagle Eye Networks announced one of the fastest completions of a large scale city-wide surveillance program, installing 13,550 cameras in 4 months. The installation team was installing approximately 250 cameras per day at its peak. The cameras are all operational, remotely monitored, and providing safety and security to citizens today. 4G connectivity with Eagle Eye Networks? bandwidth optimization was utilized in order to facilitate this quick deployment.
Sonitrol Announces Newest Data and Network Protection Solution
Sonitrol announces the launch of their newest data and network protection product solution, Sonitrol Network Protection powered by Cisco Meraki. With this release, Sonitrol now offers a fifth service to their customers?joining verified intrusion, access control, video surveillance, fire and network protection?giving the company a more robust ability to verify intrusion and security threats than just physical assets. Sonitrol Network Protection keeps your network, devices and data safe from daily cyber-threats and attacks.
Eagle Eye Networks Cloud VMS Enhanced to Support Elevated Body Temperature Measurement with Thermal Cameras
Eagle Eye Networks announced today enhancements to the Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System for full support of dual spectrum cameras used in elevated temperature detection. Interest in the use of dual spectrum cameras with integrated analytics for locating faces and measuring temperature has greatly increased amongst Eagle Eye Resellers as they look for tools to reduce the spread of Corona19.