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Razberi Technologies Names Rich Anderson Chief Technology & Marketing Officer
Razberi Technologies — a leading developer of network video solutions for professional video surveillance and security applications — has named renowned security industry consultant Rich Anderson as Chief Technology and Marketing Officer.
ASSA ABLOY Reveals Strategic Initiative to License Seos, an Identity and Access Management Platform for Mobile Credentials
Addressing the need for mobile access applications that are secure and protect privacy, Seos is already simplifying life for users across universities, enterprises, hotels, and residential properties.
ONVIF Publishes Profile Q Release Candidate for Easy Configuration, Advanced Security
ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced today the Release Candidate for Profile Q, the specification that provides quick and easy interoperability in addition to advanced security features. This new Profile is now available for review on the ONVIF website.
Genetec Exhibits at World Game Protection Conference
At the World Game Protection Conference & Expo 2015, (Booth #27), Genetec™ will showcase a range of IP-based security solutions ideally suited to meet the needs of gaming organizations.
Skid Row Shooting Tests LAPD Body-Worn Cameras Procedures
The officer-involved shooting Sunday, March 1, on skid row that left a man dead could be an early test of the Los Angeles Police Department’s new body camera program for officers. The encounter was recorded by body cameras worn by at least one of the officers involved in the incident.
Scallop Imaging Unveils New IP-Camera Platforms
New video security solutions include 7-megapixel, day/night camera with 180-degree view and high-resolution IP corner camera. Scallop Imaging, the pioneer in distributed imaging technology platforms, introduces the company’s latest IP video surveillance cameras, the D14-180 day/night camera and the D4-120 corner camera.
NETAVIS Observer 4.5.3 VMS Now Shipping
NETAVIS Observer 4.5 is out now in its fourth version 4.5.3! With many new video management features and an innovative set of seamlessly integrated iCAT traffic video analytics, this release offers new highlights in addition to all previous functionality.
Vemotion Integration With Synergy Good News for Public Spaces
Synectics’ Synergy command and control platform – including Synergy 3 – is now fully integrated with Vemotion’s video acquisition and streaming solutions. The announcement is good news for councils and other public space bodies looking to benefit from wireless and deployable surveillance solutions that were previously impossible or costly to implement due to non-existent or poor fibre network provision.
The Terrifying “Smart” City of the Future
Smart cities are loosely defined as urban centers that rely on digital technology to enhance efficiency and reduce resource consumption. This happens by means of ubiquitous wireless broadband, citywide networks of computerized sensors that measure human activities (from traffic to electricity use), and mass data collection that analyzes these patterns.
VMS Firm IndigoVision Sees ‘Good Progress’
Video surveillance firm IndigoVision has said it is making progress despite reporting a drop in profits. Operating profits for the 17 months to the end of 2014 were £2.8m – a drop of about 14%, however, sales increased by 10% to £53m.
Seattle’s Police Department Has YouTube Channel for Body-Worn Camera Footage
At the end of last year, the Obama administration pledged $263 million in federal funding for police training and body cameras. Since then, cities around the country, from New York to LA, have been testing body cameras in their police forces. But we’ve yet to see what any of that body camera footage actually looks like – until now.
Could You Pass a Security Guard Licensing Exam?
Yes, in most places you really do need to take an exam to be a Security Guard. Throughout Canada and the United States, Provinces and States are requiring those who wish to work as a Security Guard to take a course and pass a licensing examination before being permitted to work as a Security Guard.
Milestone Systems Adds Support for New Breed of Wide-Angle Cameras
Milestone’s latest Device Pack from Milestone adds support for new hybrid type of 360-degree cameras to use with XProtect video management software. The number of supported devices achieved is now more than 4,000.
Axis Announces Rugged Cameras Designed for Outdoor Use on Vehicles
AXIS P3905-RE is an outdoor-ready camera addition to the family of compact, rugged, and discreet cameras of the AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series. They are all specially designed for onboard video surveillance in or on buses, trains, subway cars, and emergency vehicles.
Airlive Fisheye IP-Cameras for Retail Establishments
Retail outlets the world over have many challenges to secure profitability. The challenges from customer and employee theft to overall inventory shrinkage is a continual battle. Utilizing video surveillance in a retail establishment with network IP-cameras is one solution that can aid in protecting your business and reducing losses while also creating a safer environment for staff and customers.
Genetec Putting ISC West Into Focus
With a number of corporate acquisitions occurring to other video management system (VMS) companies, Genetec, one of the industry’s leading vendor, is putting a sharp focus on the upcoming ISC West show in Las Vegas, April 15-17. At ISC West 2015, in booth # 10053, Genetec™, a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions, plans to demonstrate upcoming new features of its flagship, Security Center.
A Behind the Scenes Look at Security in Biggest Mall in US
Shoppers at the Mall of America seem undeterred after hearing about a video purportedly made by al-Qaida-linked rebels that urges Muslims to attack shopping malls. The video specifically mentions the Bloomington Mall of America.
exacqVision Integrates With AMAG’s Access Control Security System
exacqVision is now certified with the latest version 8.0 of AMAG’s Symmetry access control system . The Symmetry integration allows exacqVision users to view live and recorded video from Exacq-managed cameras within Symmetry’s client software. Now, with version 8.0, users can enable and disable motion alarms for each camera. Together, exacqVision and Symmetry provide users a complete end-to-end system increasing situational awareness and visitor identification management.
Altronix Enhanced eFlow Power Supply/Charger; Delivers Intelligent Power That Communicates
Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, introduces its new enhanced eFlow power supply/chargers with 30 to 50% faster battery charging and new communication capabilities. eFlow models are now available and compatible with Altronix’s new LINQ2 Network Communication Modules for advanced remote diagnostics and control.
University of South Australia Finds Value in Tech to Safeguard Students
CriticalArc reports that the University of South Australia (UniSA) has improved on-campus safety and security for 34,000 students and staff with the successful implementation of its innovative SafeZone™ distributed command and control solution. UniSA selected SafeZone to enhance safety while reducing costs across six disparate campuses, from inner-city urban environments to outback locations dispersed across 800kms.