Security.World | News Source For The Physical Security Industry | Page 251

HBO Hacked In Latest Cybersecurity Breach

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 9:26 pm Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Breach, Cybersecurity, Game of Thrones, HBO, security.

HBO’s computer network struck by ransomware: hackers leak scripts from popular shows like “Game of Thrones” and demand up to $15 million in ransom. HBO reportedly responded with a $250,000 offer. Timothy Crosby, Senior Security Consultant for Spohn Security Solutions, says this newest hack evidences the growing risk that companies face with cyber intrusions. ?No company —large or small— is immune to being a target; the HBO saga makes it even more apparent that cyber security teams must remain vigilant to detect and prevent attacks before they happen,? stated Crosby.

Baltimore County Explores Body-Worn Cam Use By Off-Duty Officers

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 9:11 pm Categories: Legal. Tags: Baltimore County, body worn cameras, off-duty officers.

Body-Worn Cameras Herald New Era of Surveillance – and Police Accountability

Baltimore County officials are looking into requiring police officers to wear body cameras while working off-duty security details. There’s no opposition to the idea. The issues regard costs, logistics and current state law. The move follows a fatal shooting Tuesday by an officer working security at a Catonsville grocery store. Baltimore County police Officer 1st Class McCain fatally shot a man in the parking lot as the man’s vehicle dragged him more than 100 feet while trying to get away.

K.C. Kim Appointed Hanwha Techwin America New President

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:49 pm Categories: Corporate News, IP Cameras. Tags: Hanwha Techwin America, Kichul (K.C.) Kim, Management.

Hanwha Techwin America (HTA), a global supplier of IP and analog video surveillance solutions, announced the appointment of company veteran Mr. Kichul (K.C.) Kim as the new president for the Americas. He replaces Mr. Soon Hong Ahn, who was promoted to Head of Global Sales and Strategic Marketing at the company?s headquarters in South Korea. Both appointments are effective immediately.

SureView Systems Partners with Tyco Security Products for Single Platform Video Alarm Verification

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:44 pm Categories: Access Control, Integrated Systems, Technologies. Tags: Alarm Receiver, Immix, SureView Systems, Tyco.

SureView Systems, a global provider of central station and command center monitoring solutions, has partnered with Tyco Security Products to deploy Tyco?s Sur-Gard (SG)-System 5 with their Immix platforms. The combined solution will provide video verification capabilities as part of a single platform. The unique SG-System 5 alarm receiver supports the visual verification features for DSC PowerSeries Neo, Tyco Security Products? wireless intrusion platform. These devices have the capability to send a visual ?clip? along with the digital alarm that, via the integration with Immix, can be instantly viewed and acted upon by a monitoring agent.

Dahua Technology USA Brings Smart H.265+ Technology To Its Line Of NVRs

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:34 pm Categories: New Products, Storage, Technologies. Tags: Dahua, H.265, N42 NVR, NVR, storage.

Dahua Technology USA, a leading manufacturer of video surveillance solutions proven the world over, has introduced three new Network Video Recorders (NVRs) to provide a more expansive feature set within their Lite Series and Pro Series product families. The N42, N52, and N54 models have a higher number of PoE ports than their predecessors, and they support the industry?s latest compression codec: Dahua?s optimized Smart H.265+.

ADR Security Forms ADR Security Monitoring (ADRSM)

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:26 pm Categories: Corporate News, Surveillance. Tags: ADR Security, jewelers, New York City.

ADR Security, a New York City-based Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Listed electronic systems installation and fire alarm service company with more than 90-years of industry experience has created a unique business serving high-end —high-risk— customers with the moniker ADR Security Monitoring (ADRSM). Leveraging the professional, fully redundant central stations of Security Partners, Lancaster, Pa., the new organization is based on a strategic alliance designed to meet the complex insurance underwriter requirements of high-risk clients, particularly jewelers in the Diamond District of New York City.

LifeSafety Power Takes Data Analytics To A Unprecedented Level With Software-Driven Solutions And New Integrations

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:12 pm Categories: Accessories, Integrated Systems, Technologies. Tags: Data Analytics, integrations, LifeSafety Power, Multi-Site Manager.

LifeSafety® Power continues to turn the power category upside down with never before seen analytics in product solutions, readying to unveil some of the most innovative changes to the industry during ASIS, September 25 through 28, 2017, in Dallas, TX. The company has been building on its line of networking solutions, introducing new data analytics capabilities for connected physical security devices with integrated software-driven intelligence that gives security integrators and end-users assured confidence in the reliability of their security and life safety specifications.

BCDVideo Named To Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 8:02 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: bcdvideo, company, growing, Inc. 5000.

BCDVideo, the industry-leading purpose-built video surveillance storage solution manufacturer, was named to the Inc. 5000 list for the second time. The 36th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation?s fastest-growing private companies, represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy?s most dynamic segment – its independent small and midsized businesses.

Genetec Announces ASIS 2017 Product Lineup

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 7:49 pm Categories: Corporate News, VMS Software. Tags: ASIS 2017, Cybersecurity, dallas, genetec, Security Center.

Genetec, a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced its show lineup for ASIS 2017 (booth #3147, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, TX). Recognized by IHS Markit® as the only vendor to achieve top market share rankings across multiple security and hardware appliance categories in 2016, the company will demonstrate how its latest innovations help enterprise, transportation, education, government, and retail customers ‘Protect the Everyday.’

Surveon Maximizes System Storage Capacity With Flexible Storage Expansion Solutions

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 17, 2017 7:08 pm Categories: NVRs / DVRs, Storage. Tags: expansion, JBOD, NVR, retention, storage, Surveon, video surveillance.

Most large scale and critical projects such as smart cities and commercial buildings are requiring longer term recording and longer data retention capabilities. To fulfill those projects’ need while reducing the total cost of increasing storage demands, multiple storage expansion solutions based on different storage architectures such as DAS, SAN, and NAS are designed by IT pros. Surveon provides the budget-saving storage expansion solutions that allow partners to expand the storage capacity in batches, giving partners the more convenient and flexible choices to meet the increasing requirements of the projects.

2017 Physical Security Industry Influencers: VOTE NOW!

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 14, 2017 2:55 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: 2017, Industry Influencers, security, vote, World.

Influencer_vote

Nominations are complete and now it’s time to vote for the Fourth Annual Physical Security and Video Surveillance Market Influencers. Who is an industry influencer that others should listen to and take note of their subject matter expertise and industry foresight? Below is a list of those nominated and a paragraph about why they are deserving of being the 2017 Physical Security Industry Influencer.

Free Active Shooter, Small Business Security Program At ASIS Dallas 2017

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 14, 2017 11:33 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: active shooter, ASIS 2017, DHS, Education, educational program, Sheriff Valdez.

ASIS International announced the agenda for its free Security Cares program, which will be held during its 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), Sept. 25-28 in Dallas, TX. This security education program for small/medium-sized businesses/institutions —including houses of worship, hospitals/clinics, schools, retailers, and restaurants, as well as community leaders, law enforcement, and first responders— will tap into the expertise of the more than 20,000 security professionals attending ASIS 2017 by offering free training on the fundamentals of security prevention and preparedness.

BSIA Forges Closer American Links Ahead Of Brexit

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 13, 2017 6:17 pm Categories: Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: British Security Industry Association, BSIA, cooperation, MOU, security industry association, SIA.

The British Security Industry Association and its American equivalent, the Security Industry Association (SIA), have jointly signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish the foundations of a long-term working relationship in anticipation of closer trade links between the two countries following Brexit and the election of President Trump. Signed by the Chief Executives of both Associations at London?s historic Benjamin Franklin House as part of the SIA?s visit to London last month.

Genetec And Alutel Mobility Extend Access Control With Mobile Reader Capabilities

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 13, 2017 5:51 pm Categories: Access Control, Integrated Systems, VMS Software. Tags: Access Control, Alutel Mobility, genetec, geo-fence, mobile.

Genetec announced that its technology partner Alutel Mobility, a manufacturer of mobile access control systems, now offers extended access control capabilities to open areas, transport facilities, construction sites, mining, oil and gas operations, and education establishments without having to rely on physical readers or installations. Alutel Mobile is available now for Genetec™ Security Center, the company?s unified, open-architecture platform that combines access control, video management systems and automatic license plate recognition (ALPR).

Johnson Controls Introduces iSTAR Ultra LT Network Door Controller

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 8:08 pm Categories: Access Control, New Products. Tags: Access Control, iSTAR Ultra LT, Johnson Controls, Network Door Controller, Software House.

Johnson Controls introduces the iSTAR Ultra LT Door Controller from Software House, a special edition iSTAR Ultra door controller that provides a full IP architecture and enterprise level features for small to mid-sized access control deployments. iSTAR Ultra LT centralizes all access control decision processing and secures network communications while allowing end users to use existing infrastructure and Power over Ethernet capabilities to reduce costs.

Global Intelligent Video Analytics Market 2017-2021

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 7:36 pm Categories: Market Research, Video Analytics. Tags: 2017-2021, forecast, growth, research, smart cities, video analytics.

video_analytics

Global Intelligent Video Analytics Market 2017-2021, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. The latest trend gaining momentum in the market is rising trend of smart cities.
Smart cities ensure sustainable and efficient environments within buildings. An increasing number of developed and developing countries have smart cities that offer energy efficiency and improved security.

Families File Suit In Boston Condo Murders: Allege Shoddy Security

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 7:17 pm Categories: Legal. Tags: Boston Condo Murders, lawsuit, legal, security.

legal_justice

The high-end Boston condominium building where two doctors were murdered in May provided an alleged flimsy ?veneer? of security for its tenants, allowing the brutal stabbing deaths to occur, according to a wrongful death suit filed by the victims? families. The suit points out a number of alleged soft spots in the building?s security system. It says anyone can walk into the garage, and that a solitary security employee has the responsibility to watch that camera feed from the front desk.

Jeremy Brecher Appointed Chief Technology Officer Of Securitas North America

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 7:10 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: CTO, Jeremy Brecher, Management, Securitas North America.

Securitas announced that Jeremy Brecher has been promoted to Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and has become a member of the Securitas North America Division Management Team. As CTO, Brecher’s new role will focus on customer?facing technologies across all business lines in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, including cloud?based customer portals, data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. He will be championing the development of the next generation cloud, security as a service (SaaS) and managed customer services for Securitas.

Dahua Integrates QNAP NAS System

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 7:01 pm Categories: Integrated Systems, IP Cameras, NVRs / DVRs, Storage. Tags: Dahua, integration, IP-cameras, NAS, NVR, qnap, storage.

Dahua Technology, a leading solution provider in global video surveillance industry, announced that its Eco-Savvy 3.0, H.265 Wi-Fi and H.265 PTZ series network cameras are now compatible with QNAP?s NAS surveillance applications. Featuring H.265 compression technology, Dahua?s network cameras ensure video recording with lower bandwidth and greater security efficiency. QNAP surveillance applications integrate comprehensive video surveillance features into NAS system, providing storage expandability and storage space management functions to surveillance users.

Delta Announces Offer To Acquire 55% Stake in VIVOTEK

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 10, 2017 6:37 pm Categories: Corporate News, IP Cameras. Tags: acquisition, building automation, Delta Electronics, IP-cameras, Vivotek.

Delta Electronics, Inc. (TWSE: 2308), a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, announced its Board of Directors has approved a proposal for a cash tender offer to acquire approximately 35% (28,631,800 shares) to 55% (44,992,800 shares) of the outstanding common shares of VIVOTEK Inc. (TWSE: 3454) with an offer price of NTD98 per share. This tender offer, which is expected to begin on August 9, 2017 and end on September 26, 2017, shall be satisfied when final effective tendered shares reach the aforementioned minimum.