ONVIF announcedthat it is now live on GitHub, an online open-source development platform. The repository at github.com will help drive the development of ONVIF network interface specifications. ONVIF interoperability specifications are already publicly available as open standards and are implemented by more than 400 manufacturers of IP surveillance cameras, video management software and physical access control systems to enable communication between conformant devices and clients
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Johnson Controls is introducing a reliable, cyber-hardened IP edge access control device for up to four doors. One of the most powerful, flexible and secure edge access controllers, Tyco Software House iSTAR Edge G2 provides effortless upgrades from existing edge controllers, is OSDP compatible and supports embedded high assurance FICAM operation without additional third-party hardware, making it an ideal solution for both government and commercial users.
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Johnson Controls introduces the latest generation of the Tyco American Dynamics victor/ VideoEdge solution, which introduces powerful features such as Intelligent Person Search, Area Occupancy, new Event Management hub, 64-bit client, and NVR Network Interface Card bonding for increased bandwidth. New victor/ VideoEdge AI features give security operations an advantage over potential threats with shortened response times and more accurate intelligent search capabilities.
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Alcatraz and Channeltivity have united to help deliver a state-of-the-art channel and training program that fosters partner success. The Channeltivity PRM has provided Alcatraz with an impressive solution that gives partners the power of a DIY channel management solution leading to improved communication, increased training opportunities, and powerful sales channel enablement said D?Agostin. Channeltivity?s PRM platform is designed to make channel management as easy as possible.
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With the advent of the pandemic and societal unrest, today?s government agencies are faced with evolving threats like never before. The pandemic, which has created higher unemployment rates and civil unrest across the nation, has created the ?perfect storm? for increased crime. The Wall Street Journal reported that in a survey of municipal budget officers, the average municipality tax revenue has declined 11% year over year. How can today?s agencies ensure the protection of their employees and their property in times of heightened security needs in a financially feasible way?
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ProdataKey (PDK) announced a partnership with System Surveyor. A complete catalog of PDK?s mobile-first access control system components is now available for import into the System Surveyor platform, making it easier than ever to incorporate PDK?s solutions into site plans and design drawings that can be shared by integrators, subcontractors, vendors and customers. Using an iPad or Android-based tablet or browser-based device, users upload a floor plan or Google Earth snapshot into the System Surveyor platform.
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In what has become an annual event spearheaded by Mission 500, students at Crosspointe Elementary School in Boynton Beach, Florida will once again have essential school supplies, provided by COPS Monitoring thanks to the generous efforts of the ?Back to School Backpack Event.? Rather than meeting in-person to assemble the backpacks and distributing them directly to the students at Crosspointe Elementary School, the school supplies, bags, and positive mental health items were shipped to the school so that teachers can sort the items and distribute them safely.
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Safeture AB said it signed a three-year partnership extension with Special Projects and Services Limited. The partnership provides a joining of services where clients can continue benefiting from leading technology powered by Safeture AB, with the option of incorporating physical monitoring and response services from SPS. This provides clients the added value of direct access to the SPS Global Response Centre, management of the Safeture platform, pro-active monitoring, incident management, a virtual crisis room, and global evacuation capabilities.
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UVeye is introducing technology that can create a virtual ?fingerprint? for any vehicle after a UVeye underbody scan.
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Maxxess Systems is pleased to announce that they have entered into a global strategic partnership with WaveLynx Technologies, leveraging complementary technology innovations and a shared focus on expanding market adoption of mobile access control. Maxxess Systems will serve as a reseller of WaveLynx Ethos Readers and LEAF credentials and will develop an end-to-end mobile access solution integrating Wavelynx MyPass technology.
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Security industry leader Tina D?Agostin has joined Alcatraz as Chief Revenue Officer. D?Agostin brings deep enterprise security and building technology experience that will accelerate Alcatraz?s go-to-market strategy for its revolutionary facial authentication platform for physical access control. D?Agostin will oversee sales, marketing, and customer success for Alcatraz?s enterprise customers. Tina D?Agostin comes from Johnson Controls, where she most recently was the General Manager of Building Technology & Solutions.
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The simplified version is designed to seamlessly configure up to 20 systems from the IX Series portfolio of IP video intercom components. The IX Simple Support Tool has a programming wizard which allows for the configuration of each station?s number, name, and IP address. All other settings are configured to the default values and automatically uploaded. Basic Call, Door Release, Emergency Call and one Group setting can be configured after the initial programming by using this tool.
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ZeroEyes? platform is purpose-built to detect visible weapons in real-time, identifying guns before any violent threats can occur. ZeroEyes? software integrates with an organization?s existing camera systems and video analytics to detect weapons in real-time. As soon as a visible weapon is detected, an alert with the image of the weapon goes to the ZeroEyes monitoring team. Once confirmed, an alert is sent to local emergency dispatch, onsite security staff, police and school administrators.
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iProov has launched the world?s first system of global threat intelligence for biometric assurance. The iProov Security Operations Centre (iSOC) combines technology, process and people to monitor and manage the rapidly evolving landscape of biometric cyber-crime. It further secures iProov?s Genuine Presence Assurance technology and protects organizations and individuals against the growing threat of AI-driven cyber-attacks, including deepfakes.
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ISC East 2020, scheduled for Nov. 18-19, 2020, in New York City, has been canceled due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19 as further discussed below, and continued restrictions on large events. Amidst extensive travel restrictions across the majority of the U.S., health and safety concerns due to the pandemic and the essential workers? responsibility of security and public professionals during this time, it is not viable to meet in person for the event this year.
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Johnson Controls has further expanded its Tyco Illustra range with the launch of a new Flex multi-directional camera. Designed to provide a highly cost-effective solution for monitoring activity over wide-open spaces, the second generation Illustra Flex multi-directional camera is equipped with four separate image sensors which can be individually positioned and angled to provide up to 360-degree coverage via four separate non-stitched video streams.
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Security and Safety Things GmbH announced the three winners of its App Challenge, a contest designed to promote the development of innovative applications for smart cameras in the retail, manufacturing and transportation sectors. The winning apps provided solutions to help these vertical markets overcome new challenges as a result of COVID-19 conditions. This application provides a way for retailers to discern customer satisfaction through the use of hand gestures and facial expression emojis.
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Brivo announces the launch of the ACS100 all-in-one reader and controller. Designed to lower hardware costs and make installation easier and faster, the ACS100 is used with Brivo Mobile Pass, and secure physical credentials to deliver better affordability and broaden the application for access control at more doors. A key feature of the ACS100 is Fluid Access, which allows users to unlock doors without removing their mobile credentials from their pockets.
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DITEK is announcing the launch of the DITEK Networks product line to provide networking hardware including Power over Ethernet network switches, extenders, and injectors. Adhering to the same exacting standards as the industry-leading DITEK surge protection products, this new line gives IT professionals and security integrators a new choice for cost-efficient, easy-to-install powered networks.
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Alcatraz and SAGE Integration have partnered to deliver facial authentication solutions to enterprise businesses to help modernize access control. Headquartered in Kent, Ohio, with a regional office in Atlanta, SAGE Integration will develop and expand Alcatraz?s presence along the East Coast and in Midwestern states. SAGE Integration is a national security integration provider serving enterprise clients with the mission to protect their people, facilities, and reputation.
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