Revolutionary Concepts Stock Soars 182% On News Of Global License Deal And Forecasts $30 Million in Sales

Posted by dtaitano 2:23 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , , .
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CHARLOTTE, NC, Feb 13, 2014 (Marketwired via COMTEX) — Revolutionary Concepts Inc., (otcqb:REVO), a publicly traded company that develops online mobile video software and remote security communication systems, announced that shares of its common stock broke all previous trading records and soared more than 182%. A record 120,588,619 shares of its stock traded on Wednesday, February 12, 2014, after REVO reported that it signed a multi-year global licensing agreement with a company for them to commercialize REVO’s patented "EyeTalk Communicator System." The Company forecasts $20 to $30 million in total estimated annual revenues from the residual and ongoing licensing fees and royalties that are projected to be generated from its new global license agreement from the marketing and exploitation of the patents. Of the $20 to $30 million in estimated annual revenues projected to be generated from the marketing and exploitation of the patents, REVO could receive an estimated 40% of the total, or $8 to $12 million annually. Investors quickly snapped up the stock at an average rate of over 18.55 million shares per hour during the trading day and rapidly bid up REVO’s shares to $0.0141 at the close of the trading day for a gain of 182.00% over Tuesday’s closing price of $0.005. A total of 120,588,619 shares were traded on Wednesday, which was 7.85 times the average daily trading volume of 15,367,195 of REVO’s shares. The 120,588,619 shares traded broke all previous trading barriers and set a new record high in trading volume for a […]

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Fort Worth Expands Video Surveillance Solution From PureTech Systems

Posted by dtaitano 10:07 pm Categories: Video Analytics, VMS Software. Tags: , , , .
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Source: PureTech Systems | Date: 02/13/2014 Related tags: PureTech Systems PureTech Systems, a global manufacturer of geospatial video surveillance software, announced the installation of its PureActiv geospatial video surveillance system at the City of Fort Worth’s Westside Water Treatment facility. The installation marks the third of the city’s water facilities to utilize the PureActiv system. The brand new facility boasts the "latest, greatest technology in drinking water treatment", according to water department spokeswoman Mary Gugliuzza1 . The $63 million dollar facility will utilize PureActiv video management system and its geospatial video analytics for perimeter protection, sensors monitoring, alarm management and forensic video tasks. Construction of the facility system was funded by the Texas Water Development Board, and the security system installation was performed by Schneider Electric. "PureTech continues to demonstrate the ability to meet our detection requirements and they innovate quickly to meet our new security challenges," stated Juan Reyes, Safety and Security Manager for the City of Fort Worth Water Department. The Westside installation includes PureActiv’s geospatial (map-based) user interface, which provides security personnel an intuitive display of the security information and a simple to use interface, allowing quick and efficient operation. Additionally, PureTech’s geospatial video analytic capabilities provide both intruder detection and subsequent camera auto tracking. The installation includes several types of perimeter sensors and deterrents, including PureTech Systems integration with a Long Range Acoustic Hailing Device. PureTech’s President, Larry Bowe, said "We are dedicated to Fort Worth’s effort to increase public safety and secure its facilities. […]

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Pelco And Oncam Grandeye Enter Into A Strategic Partnership To Focus On 360-Degree Camera Line

Posted by dtaitano 10:43 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: , , , .
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CLOVIS, Calif. & LONDON–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Pelco by Schneider Electric and Oncam Grandeye today announced that they have partnered to deliver the Evolution 360-degree camera range to global customers that provides unprecedented situational awareness. The addition of the award-winning 360-degree cameras and technology from Oncam Grandeye is yet another example of Pelco’s commitment to be IP-driven and customer-focused, delivering innovation that enhances the customer experience. With this new product offering, Pelco continues to expand its IP camera solutions and meet customers’ needs by incorporating Oncam Grandeye’s 360-degree technology and unique, patented dewarping software to provide a camera range with total situational awareness. The dewarping feature allows users to go back in time to retrospectively view the total scene in its original form and then pan, tilt and/or zoom (PTZ) within the 360-degree image, as if it were a live image. In addition, multiple users can view the same image, with different perspectives, concurrently from a single camera, either live or recorded. The Evolution 360-degree cameras, IP cameras with 5-megapixel sensors and no moving parts, are compatible with most applications including city surveillance, retail and gaming facilities. Key innovations in the Evolution 360-degree camera range include: Oncam Grandeye Technology : When integrated directly into Pelco’s video management platform and other compatible platforms, this technology provides total coverage with no blind spots and an unobstructed field of view that enables multiple angles of any scene, including both 180-degree and 360-degree panoramas, with PTZ. Retrospective Dewarping Technology: This technology vaults network video […]

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HID Global Acquires Biometric Leader Lumidigm, Enhances Authentication Portfolio

Posted by dtaitano 10:04 am Categories: Access Control, Biometrics. Tags: , .
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AUSTIN, Texas–( BUSINESS WIRE )– HID Global ®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, today announced the acquisition of Lumidigm® , a global leader in authentication solutions that use multispectral imaging technology, software, and biometric fingerprint sensors to authenticate identities with a high degree of certainty. The acquisition extends HID Global’s authentication portfolio while positioning the company to deliver a variety of new secure identity solutions. “Lumidigm’s proven product portfolio will enhance our current strong authentication offerings, especially for healthcare, financial institutions and other high-security environments,” said HID Global President and CEO Denis Hébert . “The company has unique technology protected by a large patent portfolio and proprietary algorithms and has achieved strong penetration in key emerging markets including South America and Africa. Additionally, Lumidigm has a premier global customer base across multiple strategically important markets. We are extremely pleased to have Lumidigm’s talented team join the HID Global family.” Lumidigm’s technology solves problems with traditional biometric technology, whose contact-based measurement accuracy is degraded by non-ideal skin condition, poorly-defined or damaged fingerprints, and adverse environmental conditions. In contrast, multispectral imaging technology uses multiple light spectrums and advanced polarization techniques to extract unique fingerprint characteristics from both the surface and subsurface of the skin. This additional data enables multispectral imaging-based solutions to deliver the highest-quality fingerprint image and to more effectively discriminate real from imposter or “spoof” fingerprints. “This acquisition will enable Lumidigm to take advantage of HID Global’s size, channel and product development strengths to exploit a variety […]

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Honeywell Port Security Solutions

Posted by dtaitano 9:32 am Categories: Airports / Seaports / Railroads. Tags: , , , , .

IP Surveillance, CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Intercoms, Management Platform, Home Automation Contact Us Honeywell Security Address: Flat A, 16/F, CDW Building, 388 le Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong City: Hong Kong Contact Person: Kin-Sum Kong Tel: 852-2437-2982 Fax: 852-8161-6100 Home > Products Honeywell Port Security Solutions Supplier: Honeywell Security Region: United States Updated: 02/07/2014 Click Frequency: 10 Product Category: Solution > Transportation > Port Key Specifications Productivity Ports are a hub of commerce — any down time means lost revenue. Honeywell helps streamline customers’ overall operation with a port-specific security management platform that integrates various security subsystems such as access control, badging, identity management, video surveillance, perimeter intrusion detection and video analytics. This allows the port to reduce false alarms and enables situational awareness of the entire secure area. Honeywell ensures that users, equipment and facility will be better protected against events that can keep customers’ organization from operating at full capacity. Cost Savings Our integrated security, Pro-Watch Airport Pak security management system, and digital video and monitoring systems minimize the need for separate installations, reduce interface complications and manage total cost of ownership. Equally important, Honeywell’s powerful security solutions are built on a common platform, so they’re easy to implement and simple to integrate with the systems customers already have in place. Customers will enjoy lower operating costs and lower installation costs. Compliance Issuing and verifying badges and credentials is a key security component at any airport or seaport, and the need to comply with the […]

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College Leaders Work To Keep Students Safe By Improving Security

Posted by dtaitano 9:20 am Categories: Campus Security. Tags: , .
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College leaders say that whenever an incident happens, they try to dig deeper into how they could have responded better, and what could have been done to prevent the situation. “> <p>College leaders say that whenever an incident happens, they try to dig deeper into how they could have responded better, and what could have been done to prevent the situation.</p> GRAND TRAVERSE CO. — The staff at Northwestern Michigan College are working hard to continue keeping their students safe after a  recent stabbing  took place on an on-campus apartment. College leaders say that whenever an incident happens, they try to dig deeper into how they could have responded better, and what could have been done to prevent the situation. "When students come here we want them to be worried about school stuff, studying for tests," said Andy Dolan, Executive Director of NMC Public Relations and Marketing.  "We don’t want them to worry about their safety." One of the improvements they’ve made over the years includes the addition of an emergency phone system.  52 phones have been installed ‘throughout the main campus, and off-campus locations and can be spotted with their blue lights.  With the touch of a button, students are connected to campus security who can come and assist them when they feel they are in danger. The college also uses an emergency alert system through text message, email, and by classroom phones that alert students and staff to emergencies. Most recently, the campus has added locks to […]

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Multi Site IP-Camera Surveillance System Completed For Tonga Police

Posted by dtaitano 9:04 pm Categories: IP Cameras. Tags: , , , .
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Praesidia Alliance Logo PRLog (Press Release) – Feb. 8, 2014 – Praesidia Alliance,Tonga, has received their final completion certificate for a multi site IP camera system installed for Tonga Police. The project was implemented by Tonga Police following funding from the Australian and New Zealand governments, with the completion certificate issued jointly by Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Police representatives. The CCTV system features Hikvision IP cameras and NVR’s with the main viewing console in Tonga Police Operations Centre and remote administration from Police Headquarters. Tonga Police had previously conducted a review of the Central Station watch-house to determine if there were any areas which could be improved upon. Recommendations included the need for a surveillance system. A contract was signed with Praesidia Alliance,Tonga, to suppy and install a CCTV system. The new system came online and extensive testing was then conducted. This system includes an advanced integrated security and CCTV networked system that captures the entire watch house. This facility now offers a safer environment for staff and prisoners. Policy and governance has been strengthened and training of staff in the new procedures commenced shortly after. Funding for this initiative was received from the Tonga Police Development Program (TPDP), which is a trilateral arrangement between Tonga Police, New Zealand Police and the Australian Federal Police which focuses on developing leadership and building an efficient and effective Policing service that has the trust and confidence of the community.

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Hikvision Safeguards Korea With Specialist PTZ Cameras

Posted by dtaitano 8:50 pm Categories: IP Cameras. Tags: , , , .

10-02-2014 Hikvision, along with the Korean National Police Agency recently designed an IP video surveillance system for public safety usage. More than 750 units of Hikvision’s DS-2DF7286-A 2MP network IR PTZ dome cameras are installed in Seoul and adjacent suburbs in South Korea. These Hikvision cameras are primarily tasked with coverage of streets, intersections, and other vital infrastructure locations, to provide a safer environment for both vehicles and commuters. This solution also serves as a deterrent against theft and other related crime, as well as a useful aid in police investigations.  Hikvision PTZ cameras provide a 360° endless pan range and a -10° to 190° tilt range of view. These cameras offer a 30x optical zoom capability to help police with observing the required detail needed for distant vehicles and suspicious individuals. Additionally, the PTZ cameras provide surveillance at distances of up-to 150 meters, even in total darkness. Of special note is the smart tracking function, which helps detect moving objects and follow them within the camera’s area of coverage without fault. Integrated with existing network video recorders and VMS from local suppliers, Hikvision’s PTZ cameras provide a total VPMS (Video Privacy Management System) solution. This system represents an irreplaceable tool for the concerned Korean National Police Agency, and ensures that while citizens are being protected, their personal privacy is not being violated. Email: overseasbusiness@hikvision.com For more information: www.hikvision.com Show all news about Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. » Home News Product Suppliers Service Providers Associations Products Linked Companies Security […]

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Exacq Technologies Releases New S-Series Enterprise Server

Posted by dtaitano 8:37 pm Categories: Technologies, VMS Software. Tags: , , , , , .
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Exacq Technologies Releases the new S-Series Enterprise Friday, 07 February 2014 19:39 Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released the new S-Series Enterprise line of networked video storage servers. The new S-Series Enterprise line of networked video storage servers from Exacq Technologies allows users to add extended storage and archived storage to any exacqVision server running the exacqVision Professional or Enterprise Video Management System (VMS) software. In addition, S-Series Enterprise servers can be used to archive video from exacqVision Edge IP cameras. exacqVision Edge is a full-featured VMS that runs directly on compatible IP cameras. By using the S-Series to archive video and audio, users can optimize their network load with scheduled archiving. The S-Series Enterprise includes flexible, user-defined archiving rules to store critical video and audio longer. Additionally, the S-Series allows users to consolidate video archives from multiple exacqVision recorders to one or more S-Series devices.??Users can also extend their exacqVision storage without the need for an additional recorder. The S-Series Enterprise is expandable to 80 terabytes on enterprise-class hard drives utilizing RAID 5 or 6 for maximum hard drive reliability.  The S-Series Enterprise servers also include redundant power supplies to significantly reduce the risk of a system power failure. With the S-Series networked storage server, exacqVision users will have one unified VMS solution to administer and monitor the storage and recorders. This single user interface reduces the complexity […]

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$7M In New Surveillance Cameras To BeIinstalled On Boston Buses

Posted by dtaitano 4:47 pm Categories: Mobile / In-Vehicle. Tags: , , .
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Privacy SOS Despite the fact that the crime rate on public transit systems in Boston is  declining , the MBTA has just announced that it intends to install brand new surveillance camera systems inside hundreds of buses throughout the city. The Boston region’s millions of commuters and hundreds of thousands of residents can once again thank the federal Department of Homeland Security for yet another hit to our privacy.    From  Boston Magazine : The MBTA is retrofitting 225 buses in its fleet with new high-tech cameras that show the insides of the vehicles from multiple angles. Not only will the transit authority be able to get a better look at who’s riding the bus, but each installation includes a four-screen monitor housed at the front of the vehicles, affording other riders utilizing the transit system a chance to see what’s happening during their commute. So far, only 10 vehicles have been retrofitted with the new devices, but MBTA officials said by summertime 215 more vehicles will feature the same updated technology. Money to pay for the cameras came in the form of a federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security. The MBTA is relying completely on the nearly $7 million allocation to purchase and install the cameras and multi-view surveillance screens. The T spent none of its own money on this particular project, officials said. According to the Boston Magazine report, the system enables MBTA police to wirelessly link into the surveillance cameras on each bus, raising […]

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Facial Recognition Is Taking Form in 2014

Posted by dtaitano 2:13 pm Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: , , .

If facial recognition or other biometric technologies had been integrated into the cards (credit, debit, store-issued cards), then the Target data breach last December might not have wreaked havoc, because a person other than the card holder would not be able to use the stolen cards at stores and online purchases are often shipped to the card holder’s home address. A silver lining is that the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now applies facial recognition technology, even though the applied technology has some restrictions. For example, I was told not to smile when having my photo taken at the DMV office in Newark, NJ. Facial recognition, which utilizes the statistical features of face images to recognize people, is the most common way for human beings to recognize each other. If computers could recognize humans equally well, many problems could be solved. We may struggle with remembering various passwords for our accounts or leave our ID cards at home, but we always bring our face with us. The expected trend for personal and cyber security is that more and more organizations will deploy facial recognition technology to safeguard our accounts and credit cards as we get ever more connected to the wired and wireless networks. Indeed, facial verification will replace the passcodes on our smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android). Facial image search will augment text search on Internet portals, such as Facebook, YouTube, as well as Google. If by means of facial and pattern recognition a gun were able […]

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Orlando International First To Launch Biometric Kiosks for Arriving Passengers From Visa Waiver Countries

Posted by dtaitano 10:59 am Categories: Airports / Seaports / Railroads, Biometrics, Technologies. Tags: , , .
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The Vancouver ‘Experience’ ORLANDO, FL. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the first U.S. airport to welcome travelers from visa waiver countries with innovative biometric kiosks to expedite the arrival experience. These self-service kiosks are now operational and processing international passengers who have Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel. The passenger-friendly kiosk enable travelers from arriving international flights to complete their Customs Declaration Form on touch-screens, have passports read and fingerprints and facial images captured. The innovative system adopts a “land, touch, go” concept that enhances the arrival experience. “This continues our Board and staff’s commitment to positioning Orlando International as a world-class airport in customer service,” says Frank Kruppenbacher, Chairman of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “Reducing the times for arrival processing enhances the customer’s Orlando experience and makes Orlando an even more attractive global destination.” “This has been a collaborative effort with Customs and Border Protection (CBP), SITA (Societe Internationale de Telecommunications Aeronautiques) and Vision-Box,” says Phil Brown, Executive Director of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “It introduces innovative technologies to meet a real world need.” International traffic increased 4.9% for the rolling 12 months. Orlando has non-stop international service to 34 destinations.  

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Brivo Labs Demonstrates OKDoor Through Google Glass

Posted by dtaitano 5:55 pm Categories: Access Control. Tags: , .
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As Google Glass continues toward an inevitable public release, users (and developers) are still trying to puzzle out exactly what the device is best suited for. There are games, cooking apps, news alert apps, and of course a tidy bundle of Google services in the slowly expanding list of official Glassware. Of course, there’s more to Glass than official Glassware. Developers are making some fairly compelling tools for Google’s eyeball computer, and Brivo Labs, in an effort to "explore the future of wearable technology," recently published a demonstration of one such tool. OKDoor, an app that beams visitors to your Glass and allows users to grant (or deny) access with a tap, is actually a demonstration of Brivo’s SAM API, a tool Brivo Labs is developing as "a game changer in the way people interact and manage everyday access needs." Of course this includes opening physical doors. Brivo says SAM can authenticate visitors with various credentials, and provisioning access can be hooked into social networks like Facebook and Twitter. As the quick video below shows, OKDoor essentially functions by beaming footage from your door’s camera (assuming there is one) to your sight line, at which point you need only tap twice to unlock the door. Further details about just how OKDoor works are unclear right now, but Brivo says they’ll be showing it off – along with SAM – at SXSW this year. Does the potential of a less-than-warm yet oh-so-automated welcome for your visitors seem compelling enough to […]

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CNB Technology Unveils New IP Surveillance Solutions

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CNB Technology announced plans to accelerate the delivery to market of high-definition, networked video surveillance solutions based on the new 2nd generation Intel Core Processors (formerly codenamed “Sandy Bridge”) in Korea and select countries worldwide. CNB’s XNET Megapixel IP and HDcctv cameras, along with Intel Core processor-powered digital security and surveillance solutions aim to greatly advance the performance and utility of video surveillance products in the market. CNB Technology, a standard-definition (SD) cameras and analog DVRs provider, has created its own XNET platform for the evolution of the Digital Security and Surveillance (DSS) markets, driving the video surveillance ecosystem forward. “These new efforts based on Intel architecture is another example of CNB Technology’s Digital Security and Surveillance Division reaching beyond traditional analog solutions towards IP/HD convergence”, says Bong-Hoon Yoo, President & CEP of CNB Technology. “Our vision is to fulfill the need of this shifting traditional video surveillance market in conjunction based on Intel processors for the DSS edge (Megapixel IP and HDcctv solutions”, helping to proliferate the use of Video Analytics in security, business intelligence, and new applications markets.” “Intel Is committed to creating innovative technologies and solutions to bring to the digital security and surveillance market” says Todd Matsler, director of segment marketing, Low-Powered Embedded Products Division at Intel Corporation. “Intelligent, high-definition NVRs and HD DVRs that utilize 2nd Generation Inte Core Processors offer unprecedented technology innovation, increasing security, business intelligence and IT integration opportunities for enterprises worldwide. With solutions from companies such as CNB Technology, as […]

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Strong End Of Year For ASSA ABLOY

Posted by dtaitano 5:35 pm Categories: Access Control, Corporate News. Tags: , .
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STOCKHOLM–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Regulatory News: ASSA ABLOY (STO:ASSAB): Fourth quarter · Sales increased by 8% in the quarter, with 4% organic growth, and totaled SEK 13,242 M (12,239). · Strong growth in Global Technologies and Americas divisions and good growth in Asia Pacific and Entrance Systems. · EMEA division stabilized and showed weak growth. · Acquisitions of Amarr (USA), Ameristar (USA) and Mercor (Poland) with expected annual sales totaling SEK 3,600 M. · Restructuring program costed at SEK 1,000 M. · Operating income (EBIT) amounted to SEK 2,202 1) M (2,030), an increase of 8%. The operating margin was 16.6% 1) (16.6). · Net income amounted to SEK 1,510 2) M (1,405). · Earnings per share rose by 8% to SEK 4.08 2) (3.79). · Strong operating cash flow amounting to SEK 2,541 M (3,160). Full year · Sales increased by 4%, including 2% organic growth, and totaled SEK 48,481 M (46,619). · Operating income (EBIT) amounted to SEK 7,9231) M (7,501), representing an increase of 6%. The operating margin was 16.3% 1) (16.1). · Net income amounted to SEK 5,496 2) M (5,172). · Earnings per share rose by 6% to SEK 14.84 2) (13.97). · Strong operating cash flow totaling SEK 6,803 M (7,044). · The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of SEK 5.70 per share (5.10). 1) Excluding items affecting comparability in 2013 amounting to SEK -1,000 M for both the quarter and the full year. 2) Excluding items affecting comparability in 2013 amounting after tax to SEK […]

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MicroPower To Demonstrate Wireless IP-camera At ISC West 2014

Posted by dtaitano 5:30 pm Categories: IP Cameras. Tags: , , , .
MPT HeliosTM IR camera consumes less that 1/10th of the power of an industry standard IP camera

Published on 7 Feb, 2014 MPT HeliosTM IR camera consumes less that 1/10th of the power of an industry standard IP camera MicroPower’s MPT HeliosTM IP camera is equipped with an IR illuminator to ensure complete day/night functionality MicroPower Technologies Inc. , an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, will exhibit at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. MicroPower’s revolutionary solar wireless, low-power IP camera is equipped with an IR illuminator to ensure complete day/night functionality. By utilising a specifically designed IR illuminator that flashes five times per second, the MPT HeliosTM IR camera consumes less that 1/10th of the power of an industry standard IP camera and transmits data wirelessly up to 1/2 mile – all powered by solar energy. An embedded lithium ion battery powers the HeliosTM IR camera for up to five days on a single charge. The renowned ultra-low power functionality reduces the solar panel size to 1.2ft2, making the HeliosTM IR camera the most compact solar wireless IR solution on the market. The end user benefits from a smaller footprint due to the minimal solar panel, but most importantly the freedom to place cameras where they are needed without having to trench for data or power cables. 

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Video Surveillance Storage Market To Boom By 2018

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video surveillance storage video surveillance storage market that is pegged at $4.90 billion in 2013 is expected to grow to $10.41 billion in 2018, at an estimated CAGR of 16.3% from 2013 to 2018, predicts a MarketsandMarkets report. Reducing costs of the hard disk drives, increasing implementation of the surveillance systems and higher return on investments due to scalability and flexibility are playing a major role in shaping the future of Video Surveillance Storage Market, says the report. According to MarketsandMarkets, even though the government organizations and enterprises have implemented the storage solutions for surveillance data, due to regulations of longer storage of the data, these organizations and enterprises are switching to more scalable storage solutions. Many companies are providing cost effective solutions for surveillance storage which can store data for several years cost effectively and securely. The market that comprises direct attached storage (DAS), network attached storage (NAS), storage area network (SAN), digital video recorders (DVRs), network video recorders (NVRs) and unified/hybrid storage as well as hard disk drives (HDDs), solid state drives (SSDs) will not only see a massive growth from developed countries such as North America, but also from emerging regions in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (MEA), and Latin America (LA), points out the report, adding that there will be a considerable increase in Cloud deployment in these regions. Companies that will provide video surveillance storage solutions can look forward to gain a better competitive advantage in this growing market, thereby creating sophisticated storage […]

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A Legal Victory For Drones Warrants A Fourth Amendment Discussion

Posted by dtaitano 11:53 am Categories: Market Research, Surveillance, Video Analytics. Tags: , , , , .
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A recent legal decision in North Dakota that used evidence against an American citizen using a drone – and gathered without a warrant – raises some interesting arguments about the Fourth Amendment in the 21 st century. Rodney Brossart was sentenced to three years in prison in January for a June 2011 incident involving police, a neighbor, and six cows. (In the end, he will serve three months in prison and three months at home. ) At some point, local police borrowed a drone used by the border patrol to take photographic evidence during a confrontation between Brossart, his family members and a police SWAT team. Brossart’s lawyer wanted the case thrown out because the drone surveillance was conducted without a warrant.  The attorney, Bruce Quick, said in March 2012 that, “it’s bizarre to me they would be using military drones for that purpose. … I don’t think those things are intended to be used for that.” State prosecutor Douglas Manbeck countered the anti-drone argument, saying there is “no existing case law that bars their use in investigating crimes.” In July 2012, State District Judge Joel Medd allowed the drone evidence to stand, saying, “there was no improper use of an unmanned aerial vehicle.” Brossart and his sons threatened and fought officers at the scene, in an armed standoff that was witnessed by the drone as it was used to show live video to police.  The drone was also used to locate Brossart’s family before the confrontation. The Brossart […]

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Seattle PD Is Matching Mug Shots With High Tech

Posted by dtaitano 11:48 am Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: , , , , .
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City Councilman Bruce Harrell, during an interview with Crosscut writers and editors The Seattle Police Department  has drafted a new policy to guide the use of facial recognition software.  The department, which came under criticism over earlier efforts to introduce new surveillance technologies, took steps to get outside advice during the development of the policy on facial recognition software. The software would allow police to check images of suspects against a database with 350,000 mug shots from King County. Photos in the database would be of people who’ve been arrested, fingerprinted and booked in jail. The department would purchase the “booking photo comparison software” with pending funds from a Department of Homeland Security grant.  While the technology might give pause to some privacy advocates, the American Civil Liberties Union has backed the policy because it narrowly limits the department’s use of the computer system and sets clear rules for oversight. Under the policy, the department can only use the software to identify “a person whom an officer reasonably suspects may be involved in criminal activity.” This means that cops cannot use the technology to identify witnesses, victims or other crime scene bystanders. The department is also not allowed to connect the database to “live” surveillance feeds, including the city’s currently offline “mesh network.” “It would be a great way to expedite some searching we’re already doing,” Assistant Chief Carmen Best told a City Council committee on Wednesday. “This only allows us to do it much more quickly and much more […]

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