Hexagon AB acquires Qognify

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:09 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , , , .

Hexagon acquires Qognify from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. Qognify was formed in 2015 when Battery Ventures acquired the physical security division of NICE Systems, thus creating a new brand in the market. In 2018, Qognify acquired On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. with its brands OnSSI and SeeTec, forming a leading global player in the physical security market. Qognify?s video management (VMS) and incident management (EIM) solutions are used by companies and organizations around the world to mitigate risk and reduce the impact of incidents related to security, safety and operations.

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Strong Enterprise Demand Drives SASE Growth 33 Percent in 3Q 2022

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:38 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , .

According to a recently published report from Dell?Oro Group, the ongoing need to modernize the network and security architecture for branch offices and hybrid users led to the vigorous 33 percent revenue growth in the SASE market. We anticipate that enterprises will continue to place a high priority on SASE and cause the overall SASE market to grow to $8 B for the full year 2023. SASE security, also referred to as SSE (the basket of products providing cloud-delivered SWG, CASB, ZTNA, and FWaaS), achieved its tenth consecutive quarter of sequential revenue expansion.

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i-PRO Shares Its Top Video Surveillance Trends Predictions for 2023

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:26 am Categories: Surveillance, Video Analytics. Tags: , , , .

i-PRO shared its top five predictions for the physical security industry in 2023. 2023 will see significant adoption of AI-based analytics in cameras and video management systems (VMS) as more manufacturers provide this feature within their standard camera lines. There are simply too many camera streams for humans to monitor effectively, so AI-based analytics will be a catalyst that enables security departments to do more with less. This evolution will drive a significant shift in stance for physical security by enabling organizations to become more proactive in response to real-time events instead of reacting to past events. In 2023 focus will shift from capturing video to gathering data. The challenge will be in how effectively organizations are able to utilize this data not only for security, but also for cross-departmental operations to increase efficiencies and revenue.

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Genetec Predicts Physical Security Industry Trends for 2023

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:48 pm Categories: Corporate News.

Genetec shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2023. In the Genetec 2022 State of Physical Security Report, 50% of respondents said their physical security team experienced human resource challenges last year. For 2023, security leaders are re-evaluating their technology stack seeking solutions that help streamline tasks, automate processes, and enhance team efficiency. Unifying video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition, communications technology, and other valuable functions can make an operator’s job easier and reduce costs and training. Built-in analytics or decision support features can further streamline operations.

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viisights Positions Intelligent Behavioral Video Analytics at Security Investor Conference 2022

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:40 pm Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: , , , .

viisights is touting the continued growth and market expansion for intelligent AI-driven video analytics here at Imperial Capital?s 19th Annual Security Conference. The highly positive outlook is supported by viisights? continued success in helping cities and municipalities turn their reactive video security systems into pro-active and pre-emptive Smart City solutions, providing new sources of security, safety and environmental health with tangible ROI.

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Interface shares its top restaurant technology predictions for 2023

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:22 am Categories: Corporate News, Technologies. Tags: , .
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Interface Systems managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises, shared its predictions for technology trends that will impact Quick Serve Restaurants (QSRs) in 2023. 2023 could be the year we start to see AI-based cameras replacing the traditional alarm panel. Why have a separate motion sensor and/or glass break sensor when you can have an AI-based camera that can accurately detect and characterize people or vehicles while providing video verification to a monitoring center?

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Hakimo AI Solution Completes Test and Evaluation by Safe Skies

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:03 am Categories: Network, Technologies. Tags: , .

Hakimo, a technology company dedicated to modernizing physical security through its artificial intelligence (AI) software, announced that its AI solution has completed operational test and evaluation by National Safe Skies Alliance, Inc. (Safe Skies) at San Diego International Airport. Safe Skies? evaluation report, entitled SSDA?22-028 Hakimo Access Control Video Analytics ? San Diego International Airport,was published in November 2022.

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Albuquerque Police Department Enhances Public Safety with Data-Driven Intelligence

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:50 am Categories: City Surveillance, Cyber Security. Tags: , , .

In a testament to the positive impact of unifying security systems, Genetec shared the experience of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). APD has chosen Genetec? Security Center, Genetec Citigraf?, and Genetec Clearance? to enhance public safety in the most populated city in New Mexico. The open, scalable Security Center platform enabled the city to combine all their video and public safety technologies into a single solution.

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i-PRO Announces Distribution of Network in Canada and Latin America

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:05 am Categories: Network. Tags: , , .
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i-PRO Americas announced the expansion of its distributor network in Canada and Latin America. New partnerships have been inked with both ADI and TD SYNNEX in Canada while the company also expands into Latin America with the help of the International Security and Trading Corporation (ISTC). TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) is a leading distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT industry. Already a US partner distributing i-PRO Body Worn Cameras, the expanded relationship will benefit Canadian customers by providing access to a broad portfolio of i-PRO security products to their large customer base.

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TDSi Announces Forthcoming Appearance at Intersec 2023 in Dubai

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:49 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , .
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TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the Intersec 2023 security event, which takes place from 17th-19th January in Dubai. TDSi will be showcasing the latest versions of its powerful GARDiS security ecosystem of hardware and software products and will be appearing as part of the UK Pavilion (Stand S3 ? B45) for the first time in a decade, as part of the BSIA?s promotion of British security technology.

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ProdataKey?s New Wristband Credential for Active Lifestyles Combines Comfort with Convenience

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:37 am Categories: Access Control, Cloud. Tags: , , .
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ProdataKey now offers a unique wristband credential made of attractive, comfortable, and durable fabric. These stretchable, slip-on/slip-off wristbands are designed for users with an active lifestyle. They?re ideal for schools, community centers, gyms, public pools, and other locations where users may not want to carry a phone, wallet, or traditional card or fob. Both rugged and waterproof, they can be worn during any activity.

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California Bill Enacts Unique Video and Audio Surveillance Requirements for Firearms

Posted by Jay Bartlett 7:21 am Categories: Corporate News, Critical Information, Surveillance. Tags: , .

Existing law prohibits any person from selling, leasing, or transferring any firearm unless the person is licensed as a firearms dealer, as specified. Existing law prescribes certain requirements and prohibitions for licensed firearms dealers. A violation of any of these requirements or prohibitions is grounds for forfeiture of a firearms dealer?s license. This bill would require a licensed firearm dealer to have a digital video surveillance system on their business premises, as specified, and would require that dealer to carry a policy of general liability insurance, as specified.

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NRG Energy Inc. to Acquire Vivint Smart Home Inc.

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:13 am Categories: Uncategorized. Tags: , , , .

NRG Energy announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which NRG will acquire Vivint for $12 per share or $2.8 billion in an all-cash transaction with an implied multiple of 6.3x run-rate Enterprise Value to Adjusted EBITDA. The agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies. Vivint Smart Home is a leading smart home platform company whose mission is to help its nearly two million customers live intelligently by providing them with technology, products, and services to create a smarter, more efficient, and safer home.

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DITEK Partners with SecurityCEU.com to Launch DITEK University

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:04 am Categories: Uncategorized. Tags: , .
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DITEK announce the launch of their digital training platform, DITEK University, in partnership with SecurityCEU.com and the CMOOR Group. DITEK University offers online, interactive training courses covering a variety of surge protection topics ranging from basic principles to best practice techniques for specific applications.

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PSA Security Network Welcomes Ben Shour

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:37 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , , .
PSA and ICT

PSA announced the hiring of industry professional Ben Shour as director of sales Eastern U.S. and Eastern Canada. Shour is responsible for managing PSA?s engagement with integrators in support of their growth and success. In addition, The PSA network added Brian Boucherle as an inside sales account executive, Eastern region. Shour brings more than 25 years of industry experience as a public safety manager, regional sales manager and first responder.

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Utah?s Granite School District standardizes on Salient Systems

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:23 am Categories: VMS Software. Tags: , , , .
Utah’s Granite School District

Salient Systems has announced that Granite School District, one of the largest school districts in the United States, has selected the CompleteView Video Management Platform to deploy in more than 130 schools, administrative offices, and other facilities. The open video data platform will help the Salt Lake City area school district manage its security and surveillance operations. Over the next several months, Granite School District will connect more than 5,000 cameras to CompleteView to provide a district-wide picture of security operations, with the help of its systems integrator partner, Utah Yamas Controls, based in Draper, Utah.

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