Brivo Reveals Top Security Trends for 2023: Convenience is King in Securing the Hybrid Workplaces of the Future

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Brivo publishes the 2023 Top Security Trends Report which identifies user experience and convenience as rapidly emerging drivers behind the adoption of new physical security solutions. Brivo?s sixth annual trends report is based on responses from 677 security professionals across the world working in over two dozen sectors. They pointed to growing expectations for frictionless access into workplaces, as more Millennial and Gen Z cohorts enter the workplace, and a general rise in convenience as a major consideration in physical security.

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TDSi Teams Up with Altronix to Offer UL294 Listed Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions

Altronix has partnered with TDSi to offer new streamlined access and power integration solutions that are UL294 listed for access control systems. Altronix Trove1 series supports TDSi?s GARDiS access controller modules which are DIN Rail mountable while easily combining Altronix power distribution options that are completely customizable to support multiple controllers and locking devices. Pre-configured kits are also available with Altronix power distribution and din-rail to further simplify installation for an 8-door system.

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Xtract One Technologies Announces Strategic Investment

Xtract One Technologies announced that MSG Sports will invest up to C$13.4 million (US$10 million) in Xtract One, a leading security technology company that prioritizes the patron access experience by leveraging AI. The initial investment of C$8.4 million (US$6.3 million) is effective immediately, with the subsequent investment of C$5 million (US$3.7 million) being conditional on the approval of Xtract One?s shareholders and all applicable regulatory approvals (together the ?Investment?).

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Invixium?s Industry-Leading Biometric Portfolio Will Now Be Available with IDCUBE’s software platform

Invixium and IDCUBE jointly announced the signing of a new technology partnership and global distribution agreement. The two companies have collaborated in the past to give end-users and system integrators a straightforward way to install and implement the best-of-the-breed integrated solution – Invixium biometric devices with IDCUBE’s Access360 software platform. This new agreement deepens the existing relationship and will initially focus on joint sales penetration in India, the Middle East, and the United States.

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Video Surveillance In No-Light / Low-Light Conditions

Video surveillance cameras are frequently used in a variety of settings to provide protection and security. However, these cameras frequently have lighting problems, especially at night or in dimly lit environments. The capacity to record clear video may actually be hampered by these lighting circumstances, which may even threaten the surveillance system’s overall performance. These circumstances make low-light or no-light video security cameras useful because they can record precise and clear video in low lighting.

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Autonomous Physical Security: Advancements And Future Prospect

Cozaint’s BOBBY security observation tower

As we know it, physical security is the protection of personnel, property, and assets from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. With the advancement of technology, physical security has evolved from traditional methods such as access control systems, video surveillance cameras, and human security guards to autonomous systems, providing enhanced protection and improved operational efficiency. Autonomous physical security refers to the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), robotics, and internet of things (IoT), to create self-sufficient security systems that can operate without human intervention.

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Physical Security And Cyber Security: Two Layers Of An Overall Security Solution

Physical security is a crucial aspect of cyber security as it deals with the protection of the tangible components of a computer system. Given that it involves safeguarding the actual physical parts of a computer system, physical security is an essential component of cyber security. The elements of physical security include protecting workstations, servers, storage systems, and other pieces of gear. To guarantee the privacy, accuracy, and availability of the data stored and processed on these systems, these assets must be physically protected.

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Pedestal PRO Introduces Elegant Emergency Call Station Platform for 2N Video Intercom Solutions by Axis Communications, Inc

Pedestal PRO has introduced a turnkey emergency call station designed for Axis 2N? video and audio-over-IP solutions. The units incorporate 2N? IP Safety or 2N? IP Force intercom systems and AXIS F1035-E pinhole cameras connected to an AXIS F44 Dual Audio Input Main Unit with an array of emergency station technologies, including programmable LED lighting, strobes, and mounting options for third-party speakers, horns, solar panels, wide-angle day/night Axis surveillance cameras, and other equipment to meet A&E specifications.

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i-PRO Introduces Mercury-based Intrusion Detection in MonitorCast Access Control Software at ISC West

At ISC West 2023 on booth # 10037 i-PRO will introduce the latest release of its MonitorCast Access Control software. The new version adds Mercury-based intrusion detection to MonitorCast which provides a unified solution between access control and intrusion detection without requiring third-party hardware or integrations. Adding an intrusion detection system (IDS) to access control allows users to control physical access to certain buildings or locations, while also monitoring these places as well.

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Blackline Safety Launches First EU Service Centre

Blackline Safety Corp. announced the launch of its first European Union (EU)-based service centre. As Blackline has achieved 118% revenue growth over the last two years in Europe, the service centre is designed to meet heightened customer demand across the region. The facility occupies a dedicated area within Blackline?s French site, strategically located in the industrial heart of north-eastern France near Lille, and is staffed by an established in-house team of technical and product specialists. Blackline will provide local customer service and offer rentals for Europe out of the centre.

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HID Acquires GuardRFID to Expand Healthcare Offering, Create Safer Experiences for Patients and Staff

HID announced it has acquired GuardRFID, a leading provider of real-time location services (RTLS) hardware and software solutions in the healthcare space. The addition of GuardRFID expands HID?s offering and relevance in the active RFID and RTLS space, including the support for new use cases catered to the needs of healthcare facilities.

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ioXt Alliance expands IoT certification program to include building network controllers

The ioXt Alliance announced the expansion of its IoT security certification program to include building network controllers (BNCs). The BNC security certification profile was developed by a profile working group of smart-building industry experts and ioXt team members. The group consists of industry experts from companies such as Acuity Brands, Alerton, CBRE, Delta Controls, and Regulvar, to name a few, representing BNC product manufacturers, ecosystem integrators and protocol security companies.

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NAV Repeats Exclusive Surveillance Technical Integration Sponsor of 2023 World Game Protection Conference

North American Video (NAV) to be named as the exclusive Surveillance Technical Integration Sponsor at the 2023 World Game Protection Conference (WGPC), March 7-9 at the Tropicana Las Vegas. This is the third consecutive year NAV has retained this prominent position at WGPC. As a leading provider of intelligent security and surveillance technologies, NAV continues to drive the migration from reactive to proactive integrated systems solutions with partners like BriefCam?, who will be featured in NAV?s WGPC booth T2.

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PSA Announces Partnership with LMN Software

The PSA Network announced the addition of LMN Software Corp. (LMN) to its lineup of technology partners. LMN, the developer of EdgeSentry, offers the security industry the simplest, most cost-effective tool to monitor networks for intrusions, anomalies and failures. LMN Software was founded in 2019 with the mission to provide powerful network monitoring, hardening and active security appliances that any level of technician can install in under an hour.

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Iris Recognition Technology from Iris ID Allows Law Enforcement to Verify Identities with Up To 99% Accuracy

Iris ID to report growing adoption of its iris recognition technologies amongst the nation?s top local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Most notably, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) implemented Next Generation Identification (NGI) Iris Service utilizing advanced iris technology from Iris ID to allow law enforcement and corrections officials to capture, catalog, and rapidly compare iris images across a massive database to identify enrolled individuals with up to 99% accuracy.

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River Cree Resort and Casino Modernizes Security and Surveillance with Genetec Security Center

Genetec has helped River Cree Resort and Casino modernize security, surveillance, and compliance with a unified solution based on Genetec? Security Center. The Alberta, Canada-based casino, hotel, and entertainment venue is owned and operated by the Enoch Cree Nation. It welcomes 45,000 guests each week, with all profits directly invested into social programs in the First Nation community.

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Retention Challenges in Video Surveillance Storage

Video surveillance retention is the practice of keeping recorded footage from security cameras for a specified period of time. While this technology can be beneficial in solving crimes and monitoring security, it is not without its limitations. One of the biggest limitations of video surveillance retention is the cost involved. Installing and maintaining a video surveillance system can be expensive, and the cost of storing the recorded footage can add up quickly.

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