Axis Communications celebrated the grand opening of its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Santiago, Chile – the first AEC to be constructed within the southernmost part of South America, otherwise known as the Southern Cone.
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Categories: Corporate News, Network, Technologies.
Everon Launches Mavn BI™, Onepoint™, and Sightline™ Brands for Intelligence-Driven, Video Solutions and Account Management Suite
8:12 am
Categories: Product Focus, VMS Software.
Everon announced today the launch of Mavn BI™ business intelligence, Sightline™ advanced video solutions, and Onepoint™ account management portal as part of a series of differentiating offerings. The launch notably delivers on Everon’s investment made through this year’s acquisition of DIGIOP, a groundbreaking software development company specializing in video and business intelligence solutions, and reaffirms the integrator’s mission to chart a path to growth through technology and innovation.
Read More ›i-PRO Unveils Heavy-duty Aero PTZ Cameras with Edge AI Analytics
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Categories: Cameras, New Products, Product Focus, Video Analytics.
i-PRO announced the addition of 19 new models to its Aero PTZ camera line featuring enhanced durability and edge AI processing. Built for extreme weather and environmental conditions, the new, heavy-duty Aero PTZ cameras support up to 4K resolution and feature AI-driven analytics. With a zoom range of up to 40x, the shock-resistant, water-proof Aero PTZ cameras are IK10, MIL-STD-167-1A, and IP66/68 rated for uninterrupted video protection during extreme weather conditions.
Read More ›VIVOTEK Partners with CMS on Cloud Detection Systems to Address Operational Challenges for Antarctic Icebreakers
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Categories: Cloud, Solutions.
VIVOTEK successfully partnered with CMS, a leading provider of solar radiation measuring and analysis solutions, to implement an innovative Cloud Detection and All Sky Measurement system. The project aimed at delivering accurate and reliable data for applications such as weather and cloud observations, atmospheric and climate research, solar irradiance monitoring, and irradiance nowcasting for photovoltaic plant.
Read More ›PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 Released Enhanced Cryptography Support
6:36 am
Categories: Access Control, Product Focus, Technologies.
The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced its Public Key Open Credential PKOC Bluetooth 3.0 specification at GSX 2024. This is the culmination of a significant amount of work from some of the leading access control companies in order to achieve this milestone. The 3.0 spec features enhanced cryptography, which supports all Bluetooth hardware. In addition, the spec has been optimized to reduce the time it takes to authenticate.
Read More ›i-PRO Awarded Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Procurement Contract to Streamline Access to Mission-Critical Equipment
5:58 am
Categories: Corporate News, Law Enforcement, Military, Product Focus.
i-PRO Americas announced that it has been awarded a new procurement contract by the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA). This contract offers government agencies across Virginia and the United States efficient access to i-PRO’s advanced security products and services through a competitively bid, cooperative purchasing program. The agreement eliminates the need for additional Requests for Proposals (RFPs), allowing public bodies to bypass lengthy procurement processes and acquire essential equipment faster and more cost-effectively.
Read More ›Teledyne FLIR Releases Prism AIMMGen with Synthetic DataGeneration for Automated AI Model Optimization
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Categories: Technologies.
Teledyne FLIR announced Prism AIMMGen™, its latest addition to the Teledyne FLIR Prism™ software family. Prism AIMMGen is an ITAR-free AI model generation service that enables the automated creation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models using synthetically generated data. It offers significant cost and schedule savings for system integrators developing AI/ML products for commercial, first response, and defense applications.
Read More ›AlarMax Celebrates Grand Opening of Albuquerque Branch
10:38 am
Categories: Corporate News.
AlarMax announces its newest branch location in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This expansion is the latest strategic milestone in AlarMax’s nationwide growth, aimed at bringing high-touch service and cutting-edge technology to more markets across the U.S. A grand opening barbeque will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 5901 Pan American Fwy Suite D1, Albuquerque, NM 87109.
Read More ›VIVOTEK’s VORTEX Helps Local Security Leader AVS Reduce 90% of False Alarms and Updates MINI of Portland Operational Efficiency
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Categories: Cloud, Solutions, Surveillance.
American Veterans Security (AVS), a local leader providing comprehensive security solutions with over 30 years of experience, serves various clients, including commercial, residential, industrial, construction sites, and automotive sectors. AVS specializes in security monitoring and live interactive video services. AVS’s mission is to offer its clients reliable, scalable, and cost-effective security solutions while maintaining a high standard of service to meet the unique needs of its clients.
Read More ›Genetec Retains World Leader Position in Video Management Software, Analysts Confirm
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Categories: VMS Software.
Genetec announced that it has once again been recognized as the world leader in video management software (VMS) by two leading industry analysts, Omdia and Novaira Insights. According to Omdia’s 2024 Video Surveillance & Analytics Database Report, Genetec has retained its #1 global position in the VMS market while also ranking #1 globally in the combined Video Management Software (VMS) and Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) market.
Read More ›PureTech Systems Inc. Releases New Comprehensive Interface Control Document
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Categories: Video Analytics.
PureTech Systems announced the release of its new Interface Control Document (ICD). This essential document provides detailed information on the interfacing requirements necessary for integrating PureTech Systems’ advanced autonomous perimeter detection, tracking, and alerting into third-party C5ISR, VMS, PSIM, and other Command and Control systems. The new ICD is designed to support developers, engineers, and integrators in effectively integrating and deploying PureTech’s autonomous perimeter protection technologies with new and existing security systems.
Read More ›VIVOTEK and ProdataKey Announce Strategic Integration Partnership
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Categories: Cloud, Distributors / Systems Integrators, Solutions, Surveillance.
VIVOTEK announce its integrated partnership with Draper, Utah-based ProdataKey (PDK). VIVOTEK’s VORTEX cloud surveillance will integrate with PDK access control solution to unlock a comprehensive view of physical security. he PDK.io cloud platform allows for complete system management and control through any web-connected device, anywhere, anytime. With thousands of systems managing tens of thousands of doors for a quickly expanding base of loyal customers throughout North America and beyond,
Read More ›PSIA’s PKOC Demonstrated at GSX 2024
9:20 am
Categories: Access Control, Physical security.
The PSIA had another impressive and compelling demonstration of its PKOC spec at GSX 2024. Some of the leading lock and physical access control (PACS) vendors were able to see PKOC in action, with commercially available readers, cards, and apps all relying on the open specification, showing seamless interoperability. The simplicity of PKOC, ease of integration, and the significant advantage of asymmetric encryption were some of the drivers that were most interesting to the companies and customers who were able to see the demonstration.
Read More ›Quanergy Solutions Introduces Q-Vision F540: A Revolutionary 3D LiDAR Sensor for Industrial Applications
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Categories: Autonomous Security.
Quanergy announces the launch of the Q-Vision™ F540 3D iToF LiDAR sensor. The Q-Vision solid-state family of sensors extends beyond Quanergy’s acclaimed mechanical M-Series line to optimize automation processes across industries such as logistics and warehouse management, construction, and agriculture with our cutting-edge solid-state technology. The F540 delivers exceptional environmental and vibration performance for both off-road and indoor industrial vehicles, including forklifts, Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), coupled with its exceptional imaging quality, edge compute intelligence and highly accurate volumetric measurements.
Read More ›Clare Software Update from Snap One Enhances Usability And Security For Integrator Partners and End Users
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Categories: Product Focus, VMS Software.
Snap One, now part of ADI, launched its latest software update for Clare, introducing several new features for integrator partners and end users designed to help increase safety and improve the overall user experience with greater visibility into systems, flexibility, and additional third party integrations. These new updates include FusionPro enhancements, ClareOne Panel and ClareHome App updates, as well as new drivers and integrations.
Read More ›16,000 Registrants from 86 Nations Participate in GSX 2024
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Categories: Corporate News.
Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 has concluded at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Presented by ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, the event offered discussion and idea exchanges for the global security community. Attendance exceeded projections, with 16,000 registrants from 86 countries along with approximately 500 exhibiting companies demonstrating the latest security solutions.
Read More ›Axon Completes Acquisition of Dedrone, Elevating Public Safety from the Skies
8:05 am
Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators, Drones.
It was announced by Axon that Dedrone is now officially part of Axon. The acquisition has united two companies with a shared mission to improve public safety and national security by staying ahead of persistent and escalating threats, enabling faster, more effective responses, and ultimately protecting more lives in more places. Dedrone’s smart airspace security technology is integrated with Axon’s public safety platform to enable true drone as first responder (DFR) programs and to protect against unauthorized drone threats.
Read More ›Advancing the Battlespace: Veteran Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future of Security
12:31 pm
Categories: Corporate News, Hot Topic.
Veteran entrepreneurs are reshaping the security industry, bringing real-world military experience to cutting-edge innovations. With insights honed on the battlefield, these veterans are driving advancements in artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, and predictive analytics, developing technologies that address both physical and cybersecurity challenges.
Read More ›Building a Connected Culture In The Modern Workplace
12:23 pm
Categories: Uncategorized.
Since mid-2020, the working world has witnessed a rapid transformation of the workplace dynamic, largely resulting in the ongoing struggle to establish new ‘workplace norms’. Although many breakthroughs have occurred in organizational cost-efficiencies, new problems have arisen in maintaining a connected culture.
Read More ›PPVAR: A Little-Known Organization Making Big Contributions
12:21 pm
Categories: Uncategorized.
I’ve heard it many times and there is no denying that the acronym is certainly a tongue-twister, but it truly describes this organization: The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR) was established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process using video, audio, and other emerging technologies while deploying those technologies with proven best practices.
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