PSIA Launches PKOC in a Minute
Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) released a PKOC explainer video to its site. This video is less than a minute long and demonstrates how the PSIA’s PKOC specification works and will disrupt the access control market. While the PKOC specification is less than three years old, already there are commercial customers in government, energy, and commercial real estate specifying and implementing the PKOC specification in products.
D-Fend Solutions Expands and Extends Participation in FAA Program for UAS Detection and Mitigation Testing and Evaluation Aimed at Enhancing Airport Safety
D-Fend Solutions announced expanded and extended participation in the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Detection and Mitigation Research Program, aimed at achieving safe and efficient airport and National Airspace System (NAS) operations. The company’s core Counter-UAS system, EnforceAir, underwent testing at a second airport site, Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR).
D-Fend Solutions Expands and Extends Participation in FAA Program for UAS Detection and Mitigation Testing and Evaluation Aimed at Enhancing Airport Safety
D-Fend Solutions announced expanded and extended participation in the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Detection and Mitigation Research Program, aimed at achieving safe and efficient airport and National Airspace System (NAS) operations. The company’s core Counter-UAS system, EnforceAir, underwent testing at a second airport site, Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR).
Hi Sharp Expanding into AI and Cloud for Surveillance Solutions
Hi Sharp is globally announcing its expansion into AI and cloud-based technologies for video capture. Set to unveil a new range of AIoT products in 2024, the brand’s latest move further solidifies its position as a leading maker of advanced security solutions and top provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) for the sector.
TDSi Announces Forthcoming Appearance at Intersec 2024
Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the Intersec 2024 security event, which takes place from 16th-18th January in Dubai. Celebrating its 25th year in 2024, Intersec Dubai is a key fixture in the international security calendar and TDSi will be showcasing solutions using its GARDiS security ecosystem of hardware and software, including the latest version of its GARDiS software (v2.6), its new GARDiSVU VMS solution, and the recently updated GARDiS Web-Embedded Access Control Units on Stand S3 B41.
i-PRO Announces Revolutionary New AI On-site Learning Camera Line that Adds AI to Non-AI Cameras
i-PRO announced a revolutionary new line of cameras that turn non-AI network cameras into AI smart devices. Using AI onsite learning, the new X Series enables users to teach the camera about specific objects they want to monitor. With support for up to nine AI applications, it is the most powerful AI camera to date from i-PRO.
Axis Communications Launches Latest in Advanced Video Solutions at ISC East 2023
Axis Communications furthers its dedication to innovating for a smarter, safer world by announcing its latest video technologies at ISC East 2023. As a part of its commitment to R&D —which has delivered more than 120 new products and solutions so far this year— Axis is pleased to unveil its latest additions includes new multidirectional panoramic cameras, high performing bullet cameras and a stainless-steel dome camera designed for harsh environments, as well as new versatile video recorders, and valuable enhancements to its AXIS Object Analytics.
ProdataKey Launches Version 2.0 of Its Award-Winning, Mobile-First PDK.io Software
ProdataKey introduces PDK.io 2.0 that expands features, functionality, and scalability to support enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites. With version 2.0, doors connected to disparate PDK Cloud Nodes can be managed as a single customer system, and credential holders can reside in a single database and be distributed across one or many locations.
Drei Partners with Actility to Operate Austria’s Public LoRaWAN Network
Hutchison Drei Austria GmbH, is now operating the nationwide LoRaWAN network in Austria, powered by Actility. Drei is part of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, a telecommunications group present in six European markets, Hong Kong and Macau and totaling over 176 million registered customers worldwide. Drei has selected Actility’s flagship carrier-grade IoT network server and platform ThingPark™ Wireless to operate the national LoRaWAN network in Austria.
Emerson Launches Exit and Emergency Lighting Systems
Emerson announced the Appleton™ HEX LED Series of egress lighting comprised of a selection of exit and emergency exit signs, exit sign/emergency lighting combination systems, and lamps-only emergency lighting systems, with emergency models featuring 90-minute battery backup as required by OSHA, NFPA, and the NEC. During an evacuation, the rugged lighting systems deliver lifesaving illumination in hostile industrial environments, such as oil refineries, Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) plants, chemical processing areas, and water and wastewater treatment facilities, enabling employees to escape safely from danger.
HID Elevates Textile Management Efficiency, Durability and Integration With New LinTRAK RAIN RFID UHF Tags
HID announced the release of three new models in the LinTRAK® RAIN® RFID ultra-high frequency (UHF) tag family, setting new standards for efficiency, durability and integration possibilities in the industry.
AU10TIX Global Identity Fraud Report Pinpoints Economic Recovery and Inflation as Drivers of 44% Surge in North American Organized ID Fraud
AU10TIX released its Q2 2023 Global Identity Fraud Report. Drawing insights from millions of transactions processed in 249 countries from April to June 2023, the report identifies emerging regional and industry-specific patterns of ID fraud. Most notably, there has been a 44% increase in organized ID fraud in North America compared to preceding quarters. This upsurge is believed to be driven by the ongoing economic recovery and inflationary pressures, particularly in the US market, which are emboldening professional ID fraud syndicates.
Morse Watchmans’ Virtual Law Enforcement HQ Showcases Key and Asset Control Solutions
Morse Watchmans to launch the Virtual Law Enforcement HQ (HQ), an interactive experience that demonstrates how the company’s key control and asset management solutions can be applied within police agencies to create a verifiable chain of custody and facilitate heighted levels of security. Online visitors are invited to tour the interactive Morse Watchmans Virtual Law Enforcement HQ to view the various asset management and key control applications for law enforcement.
Dedrone Announces DedroneBeyond, Enabling Drones as First Responders
Dedrone announced the launch of DedroneBeyond, its solution to enable drone operations to fly beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) for state, local, territorial and tribal (SLTT) law enforcement and emergency services when deploying drone as first responders (DFR). Currently in active testing programs in Michigan and Alabama, DedroneBeyond safely enables drones to fly without the need for human visual observers.
Teledyne FLIR Releases Reimagined Raven Security Site Planning Web Tool
Teledyne FLIR, introduced an enhanced version of Raven, the latest iteration of its professional security site planning web tool. To provide integrators with improved functionality, Raven includes real-time collaboration capabilities between Raven users, along with the introduction of more Teledyne product solutions. Using the latest satellite imagery via Google Maps, Raven empowers users to place any number of FLIR cameras, including the latest releases such as the FLIR FC Series AI and the FLIR FH Series ID multispectral fixed cameras, in highly accurate, coordinate-controlled locations, anywhere on Earth.
Grimaldi Forum Monaco Elevates Security and Visitor Experience with State-of-the-Art AI Technology from i-PRO
i-PRO announced that the Grimaldi Forum Monaco (GFM) has chosen i-PRO multi-sensor and Fisheye security cameras with advanced AI-based analytics to enhance visitor safety, protect priceless artworks, and ensure a seamless and secure experience during high-profile events. Located in the city-state of Monaco, the Grimaldi Forum, serves as a prominent venue for conferences, conventions, cultural events, and world-class art exhibitions.
March Networks’ RideSafe XT with Sleep Mode Helps Transit Agencies Reduce Risk When Buses Are Out of Service
March Networks to unveil at APTA Expo the new RideSafe XT IP NVR, the most powerful, purpose-built transit bus recording platform on the market. March Networks’ RideSafe XT uniquely delivers a first-of-its-kind Sleep Mode capability enabled by artificial intelligence (AI) to help transit agencies eliminate damage and risk when buses are out of service.
i-PRO Brings Latest Interview Room Video Solution, Body-Worn Cameras, In-vehicle Systems, and Evidence Management Software to IACP
At IACP 2023, on booth 1127, i-PRO Americas, will demonstrate its latest range of security solutions for law enforcement professionals. i-PRO’s comprehensive portfolio of public safety and law enforcement solutions includes body-worn cameras, in-vehicle video systems, interview room video solutions, as well as on-premises and cloud-hosted digital evidence management solutions.
i-PRO Brings License Plate and Vehicle Identification to Latest Version of Active Guard
i-PRO has released the latest version of its popular Active Guard application that adds support for Vaxtor automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) and make, model, color (MMC) vehicle identification. The Vaxtor software has been tuned to run efficiently on the edge when installed within i-PRO AI-enabled cameras, providing the same level of performance normally associated with high-end PC processor architectures.
Axis Communications on Pace to Eclipse Record-Breaking 2022 and Exceed 2023 Performance Goals
Axis Communications, gathered with top channel partners at its annual Axis Converge & Connect Conference (ACCC) in Kansas City to share key accomplishments and set the stage for future growth. Just months ago, the company released the details behind its enhanced operations and strengthened supply chain which contributed to a historic performance in 2022 and record shipments in the first half of 2023.