Announcing a renaissance in computer vision AI with Microsoft’s Florence foundation model

The public preview of Microsoft’s Florence foundation model, trained with billions of text-image pairs and integrated as cost-effective, production-ready computer vision services in Azure Cognitive Service for Vision. The improved Vision Services enables developers to create cutting-edge, market-ready, responsible computer vision applications across various industries.

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Brivo Partnership Brings Improved Security to Commercial and Industrial Facilities Nationwide

Brivo announces it has partnered with Sanico USA, to deliver advanced access control services to locations across the country, including construction sites. The partnership with Brivo will allow Sanico USA to provide facilities with the most comprehensive security solution on the market resulting in safer job sites. Brivo and Sanico USA will offer improved access control, including biometrics, advanced analytics, AI and remote management.

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Hakimo Expands Product Offerings, Introduces AI-Powered Remote Guarding Solution

Hakimo announced the expansion of its suite of physical security monitoring offerings with its AI-powered remote guarding solution. The Hakimo remote guarding solution uses AI to monitor cameras and enables communication through speakers to deter unwanted visitors, offering more effective, lower cost security than an on-site guard. Increased crime rates, acute staffing shortages and macroeconomic conditions are forcing organizations to explore smarter ways to strengthen their physical security posture while cutting costs.

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Qognify to Show Its Next-generation VMS, Video Intelligence and Incident Management Solutions at ISC West

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Qognify will showcase its next-generation video management software (VMS) and Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) solutions on stand 24004 at ISC West, which takes place March 28-31 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Visitors to the annual event will discover why organizations around the world are specifying, switching and upgrading to Qognify VMS. This next-generation VMS combines the powerful core of an enterprise-class system with advanced ecosystem integrations

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Identity One Announces FIPSlink as Upgrade Path for Recently Discontinued HID Global pivCLASS Software

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In 2022, HID Global announced that March 31, 2023, would mark the end of support for HID’s pivCLASS Mobile Validation software. Many HID mobile solution users have since explored the impact of the announcement on their operations. In light of this news, Identity One has announced that their FIPSlink software is available as a replacement […]

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LoRaWAN Live Orlando to Showcase Global Smart Cities, Buildings and Utilities Deployments and Technological Advances Using LoRaWAN

The LoRa Alliance announced the full program for LoRaWAN Live Orlando, offering a wide variety of programming across technical and certification tracks, business developments and solutions, global and regional deployments, and live demos and exhibitions with a focus on smart cities, buildings and utilities. This is the first LoRaWAN Live event of 2023 and the only […]

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Blackline Safety Announces Key Promotions and Leadership Changes

Blackline Safety has announced the following key promotions and changes to its executive leadership team. Sean Stinsonis promoted to the additional role of President. With this appointment, Stinson will assume the leadership of software and professional service offerings, including Blackline Vision custom analytics. He will continue to lead all revenue generating activities, including sales, customer success and channel management.

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Interface Announces Technology Acceleration Program for Franchise Brands & Franchisees

Interface Systems announced the launch of the Franchise Technology Acceleration Program designed to enable franchise brands and franchise operators to enhance safety and security, gain actionable insights on customer experience, and future-proof network and voice connectivity. Supported by a dedicated Franchise Business Team led by Chad Leedy, Interface’s VP of Franchise Development

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i-PRO Introduces Industry’s First 4K AI-enabled Multi-directional Dual Sensor Cameras at ISC West

Completes multi-directional camera range by launching dual-sensor cameras in S-series and U-series product lines At ISC West 2023 on booth # 10037 i-PRO Co. Ltd., a global leader in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will further expand its multi-sensor camera lineup with six new dual-sensor models. With support for up to 2x […]

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Genetec and Axis Communications Transform Physical Access Control with Introduction of Axis Powered by Genetec

Genetec announced a new collaboration with Axis Communications that will see the introduction of Axis Powered by Genetec, the industry’s first enterprise-level access control offering that combines Genetec access control software with Axis network door controllers in a single easy-to-deploy all-in-one offering. With inventory available globally and offered exclusively through the Genetec™ Certified network of channel partners, Axis Powered by Genetec

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Axis Communications and Genetec Introduce New Access Control Solution

With access control as a cornerstone of physical security, and today’s businesses requiring more advanced tools, Axis Communications and Genetec Inc —leaders in network technologies for security, operations and business intelligence— have partnered to introduce an industry-first, enterprise-level access control solution. Axis Powered by Genetec combines Axis network door controllers and Genetec access control software into an all-in-one solution that […]

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Advancements in Airport Security with Video Surveillance

By Jay Jason Bartlett Airport security is a crucial aspect of air travel since it safeguards the safety and security of passengers, employees, and aircraft. In reaction to the rise in terrorism and other security threats, airports have implemented a number of security measures to fortify their defenses. One of the biggest advancements in airport […]

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PACOM Showcases its NEXT GENERATION Integrated Security Management Platform at ISC West

PACOM will welcome visitors to ISC West to view its next generation, cutting edge cloud-based platform. The company can be found at Booth 22075 between March 29th-31st at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, where its team of technical experts will be on hand to show visitors how this next generation software solution offers the flexibility, scalability, affordability and functionality demanded by today’s organizations.

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Developing a PoE Power Budget for an Industrial Network

Article by Henry Martel, Field Application Engineer, Antaira Technologies What is a PoE budget? If you ask an accountant what a budget is, they’ll tell you it’s a spending plan based on how much money you earn versus what you spend over a certain period. In industrial networking circles, budgets exist, too. Except instead of […]

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Magos Systems, Nightingale Security Partner for Autonomous Radar/Drone Solution

Magos Systems has partnered with robotic aerial security company Nightingale Security to provide an innovative, fully-autonomous radar-activated drone solution for perimeter security. The solution combines Magos ground-based radar detection and classification with the Blackbird autonomous drone from Nightingale that can independently respond to an event, acting as a force multiplier for human guard forces. Magos radars work in conjunction with PTZ cameras and the Magos MASS+AI software to classify targets as wildlife, vehicles, persons, etc. to reduce nuisance alarms and categorize potential threats.

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Testing Physical Security Systems: Ensuring The System Is Working Properly

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Physical security systems play a critical role in protecting people, property, and assets from unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and other forms of harm. These systems range from alarm systems and perimeter fence to surveillance cameras and access control devices and they need to be inspected frequently to make sure they are operating properly and offering sufficient security. Testing the physical security systems that we have spent significant expense into installing into our environments involves evaluating their performance and detecting any vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers.

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TDSi joining Protech USA at ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas

TDSi has announced it will again be attending the ISC West event in Las Vegas (28th-31st March 2023), joining its fellow VITAPROTECH Group sister company, perimeter intrusion detection systems manufacturer Protech USA, on Stand 8050. This year, TDSi will be focusing on its powerful GARDiS software and hardware ecosystem, including its intuitive GARDiS Web Embedded Controller.

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VIVOTEK Officially Launches the VAST Security Station Amid Rising AI Surveillance Demand

VIVOTEK will officially launch its AI security system, VAST Security Station (VSS), in March, available to users in three flexible tiers: VSS Lite, VSS Standard, and VSS Professional. VSS is a surveillance platform that combines advanced AI and edge computing technologies to achieve accurate facial recognition and vehicle detection in real-time by integrated cameras. VSS is capable of managing up to 20,000 cameras simultaneously and offers a powerful array of intelligent image analysis tools for maximum query accuracy and information security, greatly enhancing operational management and efficiency. In celebration of its upcoming release, VIVOTEK is offering a migration promotion from VAST 2 to VSS Professional, starting on March 8th.

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