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Genetec Cautions Public Sector to Harden Physical Security Systems Against Digital Threats in Light of Rising Cyberattacks
Following a pandemic-exacerbated rise in data breaches and ransomware attacks, Genetec guided public sector organizations on how to reduce cyber vulnerabilities of physical security systems that are often overlooked. IP security cameras and other security devices were put in place to protect people, assets, and environments. But the same network connectivity that enables organizations to monitor operations and update software remotely presents a path into the network for cyber criminals. If they are not sufficiently modern or properly shielded, they can pose significant risk to cybersecurity. An attack that originates in a camera or door controller can find its way through the network to block access to critical applications, lock files for ransom, and steal personal data.
Genetec Names Leon Langlais Chief Product Officer for the APAC Region
Genetec announced the appointment of Leon Langlais as Chief Product Officer for the APAC region. In this newly created position, Langlais will be responsible for defining the company?s strategic product and services vision to ensure that Genetec offerings are well suited to the needs of the APAC region. Based in Singapore and working in close collaboration with the region?s Managing Director, Daniel Lee, and the full APAC team, Langlais will keep a close connection with head office, and play a key role in connecting regional priorities with the company?s main objectives.
Axis Presents Genetec With 25-Year Anniversary Gift
ISC West 2022 in Las Vegas became an event to celebrate Genetec’s 25 year anniversary in business. Industry partners Axis Communications dropped by the Genetec booth and hand-delivered an anniversary present to Genetec CEO Pierre Racz. Axis Communication co-founder Martin Gren and VP of Americas Fredrik Nilsson presented the gift of an original Axis Neteye 200 alongside a current model IP-camera and best wishes for 25 years.
ISC West 2022 Opens
With many in the physical security industry wondering if the ISC West 2022 trade show would be a viable convention, today’s opening day attendance and activity would prove to many of a worthy trip. An upbeat vibe with many looking to meet up with new customers and old colleagues.
Genetec Unveils Streamvault Edge to Simplify Migration of Existing Security Equipment to a Hybrid-cloud Architecture
Genetec will unveil Streamvault Edge? at ISC West (Genetec booth #13062). The Edge is an innovative new line of connected appliances that enables the easy transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure and marks the beginning of a new edge platform strategy for Genetec. Ideally suited for multi-site operations such as banking, retail, or businesses with remote or unmanned sites, Streamvault Edge enables organizations to modernize their security infrastructure while leveraging existing legacy sensor infrastructure. The Edge enables the gradual migration of security systems to a hybrid architecture without disrupting operations.
Physical Security Industry Embraces New Technology to Adapt to Changing Conditions
Genete shared the results of its state of the industry report. Based on insights from over 2,000 physical security leaders from around the world, the report looks at how the role of physical security continued to evolve in 2021 as organizations adapted to changing conditions. Physical security continues to evolve from being seen as a tool for mitigating risk, to playing a much more significant role in organizations? digital transformation. The survey showed that more than two-thirds (69%) of respondents described physical security and related data as ?mission-critical?.
Genetec Shares Tips on Protecting Privacy Without Compromising Security
To celebrate Data Privacy Day, Genetec Inc. shares practical guidance on how organizations can secure their operations in a way that respects everyone?s privacy. To date, 107 countries and several states in the U.S. have established legislation that secures the protection of data and privacy. This follows in the footsteps of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, which has issued ?1,059,520,456 in fines since its establishment in 2018. Despite that, only 59% of organizations say they meet all GDPR requirements.
Genetec Announces SOC 2 Type II Compliance
Genetec announced that it has successfully completed the System and Organization Controls (SOC 2) Type II audit for its portfolio of cloud solutions and the ISMS (Information Security Management System) that governs them. Internal controls at Genetec are built on the best industry practices and aligned with SOC 2 criteria and requirements. This allows Genetec to have the proper governance, controls, procedures, and safeguards in place to protect customer data from cyber-attacks.
Genetec Launches Industry?s First Traffic Enclosure Management Solution
Genetec announced the industry?s first enclosure management solution that gives traffic managers and engineers the ability to remotely manage, monitor, and secure traffic enclosures. Utilizing Cloud Link Roadrunner?, an industry-specific NEMA TS2 (National Electrical Manufacturer Association) compliant hardware, combined with the latest in access management software, the new enclosure management solution replaces traditional mechanical locks and enables customers to know and control who, how, and when their remote enclosures are accessed.
Suprema Integrates Biometric Access Control with Genetec
Suprema announced the successful integration of its biometric access control products with Genetec Security Center. Through this integration, Genetec Synergis can be paired with Suprema access control devices to allow users to verify access credentials with fingerprints and facial recognition along with existing RFID cards and PIN numbers. Biometric data such as fingerprint and facial recognition records can be quickly registered through either the Security Center software or Suprema?s BioStar 2 software,.
TELUS and Genetec Partner to Enable Canadian Businesses to Easily Monitor the Security of Their Businesses
TELUS and Genetec Inc. are joining forces to simplify video surveillance for small and medium-sized businesses in Canada through the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of the cloud. This collaboration bundles TELUS security cameras with the Genetec cloud subscription-based video monitoring solution called Stratocast?. With Stratocast, businesses no longer need to operate expensive video recording hardware that can only store and stream footage onsite because they can easily monitor their video from multiple locations through cameras that are connected to the cloud.
City of Chattanooga Deploys Genetec and Stratocast in Public-Private Policing Initiative
Genetec Inc. has deployed its Security Center unified platform to enable the City of Chattanooga?s ?Dragonfly Community Connect,? a public-private policing initiative to enhance public safety in the Tennessee community. Through the initiative, when calls come into the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) to report a crime, the Real-Time Intelligence Center (RTIC) can check with participating businesses in the area to see if they are able to share video from their security cameras.
OPTEX REDSCAN PRO Lidar Sensors Fully Integrated with Genetec Security Center for Enhanced Perimeter Protection
OPTEX has announced its award-winning REDSCAN PRO LiDAR Sensors are now fully integrated with Genetec Security Center, to provide enhanced perimeter protection for the highest security sites. The announcement follows a long period of engagement between the two firms, even prior to the launch of the latest OPTEX sensor series, to ensure the data and algorithms could be fully integrated and interpreted by the Genetec Security Center platform.
Genetec Announces GSX Product Lineup
Genetec will showcase the latest version of Security Center, the company?s flagship security and analytics platform; the latest generation of its AutoVu Sharp V ALPR cameras, and Mission Control, the company?s situational intelligence and decision management system. Genetec will also feature solutions to help organizations migrate from their obsolete access control systems and replace outdated technology that could leave them vulnerable to cyber threats.
The Big 3 Suppliers of Video Surveillance Software
Genetec, Milestone Systems and Motorola Solutions have grown to become the ?big 3? suppliers of video surveillance software, video analytics and managed services. According to a new report from Novaira Insights, the global market for video surveillance software and managed services was worth $2.2 billion in 2020 with around 69% of this outside China. However, the supply base outside China is very different to that of the Chinese domestic market.
Genetec Introduces New Generation of SharpV ALPR Cameras
Genetec announced the next generation of its AutoVu? SharpV ALPR camera. This new version provides a future-proof fixed ALPR solution that can be deployed anywhere easily. It is built to deliver machine learning-based ALPR and vehicle analytics on the edge, ensuring high performance in all conditions. Designed for fixed ALPR installations, the new SharpV can be up and running in minutes, thanks to multiple features like embedded 4G/LTE/ GPS and motorized lenses with zoom and auto-focus.
Seagate Chooses Genetec to Secure its Global Campuses
Genetec announced that Seagate Technology has deployed Genetec Security Center to secure their global campuses and regional offices. Genetec unified security platform includes Security Center, Genetec Omnicast IP video management system (VMS) to manage more than 1,150 cameras, Genetec Synergis IP access control system (ACS) to manage more than 22,000 card holders, Sipelia to manage communications between intercoms and security operation, and Seagate?s own high-efficiency, high-performance Exos X 5U84 mass capacity storage system.
Genetec’s Latest Version of Security Center at ISC West 2021
At ISC West 2021, Genetec will showcase the latest version of Security Center (v5.10), the company?s open-architecture platform that unifies video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition (ALPR), communications, and analytics. The company will also showcase new operational solutions for a safe return to the office, and updates to its KiwiVision Video analytics and Stratocast cloud-based solutions.
Genetec Warns Older Legacy Access Control Systems Cyber-attacks
?Legacy access control systems use outdated technology that leaves them vulnerable to cyber threats, and can cause damage beyond the door,? cautions Thibault Louvet, Director – Access Control Product Group at Genetec Inc. With the average cost of a data breach being US$3.9* million in damages, it?s never been more important for organizations to be educated on the risks associated with legacy systems and the advantages that a new cyber-secure access solution can offer.
Genetec Clearance camera registry helps agencies close cases faster
Genetec announced an update to its camera registry module for Genetec Clearance a digital evidence management system that facilitates collaboration between public safety agencies, corporate security departments, businesses, and the public. Video evidence is an invaluable tool to help investigators review events, assist the public, and solve crimes. The methods used to retrieve recordings from privately-owned cameras are cumbersome and time-consuming, as they rely on officers manually collecting video from the scene.