Surveillance & Security News for July 2022

Campus safety is a core value and top of mind for students, faculty, and especially parents. A face recognition-based smart access control and time attendance system is a modern convenience that is needed. Such a system can help to track staff and student attendance accurately, which can save enterprises and schools money. In addition, adding such a system to the workplace and schools can also help to add a layer of security. Canteen payment system Many primary schools are introducing the lat...

The first thing to know about Dahua Technology’s feature-rich Night Color 2.0 Fusion Camera (N45DUD2) is that it’s ideal for dark or near-dark applications, where both covert security and full-color images are needed. The Eyeball Fusion Night Color 4 MP camera provides exceptional light-gathering technology and uses image processing algorithms to enhance the available light. Night Color 2.0 Fusion Camera (N45DUD2) This latest entry to Dahua’s extensive low-light portfolio is...

OutSystems, a globally renowned company in high-performance application development, has announced that it has become an official member of the SAP PartnerEdge programme, with a Build focus, underscoring its commitment to providing high-value low-code to businesses using SAP solutions. While twice as many OutSystems customers connect to SAP technologies as any other system of record, the new relationship will make it even easier for additional businesses within the SAP ecosystem to discover and...

Recently, Securitas announced it had signed an agreement to acquire the Electronic Security Solutions business from Stanley Black & Decker Inc. Following customary regulatory approvals, the acquisition is complete, and the joint potential of the two businesses is unleashed. Securitas holds a strong position within the security services market and has continuously built a robust platform within the technology and solutions area to meet the increasing demand for smarter, innovative, technol...

Prosegur Security, a security pioneer, has launched a new Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy in an effort to proactively decrease risks associated with AI use. The policy will serve as a guideline for the ethical, moral, regulatory and security values applied to technological solutions that incorporate AI. Prosegur is the first security company in the world to establish a company-wide policy of this kind. It will be adopted globally in all countries where Prosegur operates and wil...

The European Organisation for Nuclear Research, best known as CERN, announced reactivation of its Large Hadron Collider after a three-year hiatus for repairs and upgrades, continuing their quest to understand the fundamental building blocks of the universe. Located near Geneva on the Swiss-French border, the CERN’s security team employs Iris ID’s advanced iris recognition solution to maintain the safety and security of the facility, its invaluable assets and the host of renowned int...

Sharry, a PropTech company developing a smart workplace experience platform, together with Shapack Partners, a multi-asset class real estate development company, introduce an all-new access control feature. All tenants and employees can now smoothly access the 167 Green Street office building in Chicago with an employee badge in Apple Wallet. It's the first office building in the United States to offer all tenants building-wide access with a tap of their iPhone or Apple Watch. Employee badge...

Safety equipment supplier - ASR Alert Systems, security company - HAVEN (HavenLock, Inc.), and ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation, have joined forces to provide key components of a Joint Active Shooter Protection and Response Programme for a school in Houston, Texas, USA, in order to dramatically improve the outcomes of a tragic event - such as an active shooter incident....

Irisity AB, a provider of innovative AI-powered video analytics solutions announces the availability of its solution on the Google Cloud Marketplace. The deep learning-based IRIS School Guard™ is an established market pioneer for schools and public facilities safety in the Nordics. Irisity will also expand its advanced security solutions for the education sector by making them available for customers to deploy via Google Cloud Marketplace globally. AI-based public safety solution...

According to the latest report from research organisation Omdia, Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, continues to be recognised as the pioneer in global video surveillance software. The scope of 2022’s report was expanded to include VSaaS (Video Surveillance as a Service) for the first time, and Genetec credits its continued market position to the development of innovative and flexible cloud solutions, an...

Senstar, a provider of video management, video analytics and perimeter intrusion detection solutions, announces the appointment of Anthony Velenosi as a regional sales manager for Canada East and Derrick Gin as a regional sales manager for Canada West. Authority comment  "Senstar offers multi-layered security solutions to various vertical markets globally. Since our products are designed, tested and manufactured in Canada, we want to ensure Canadian customers benefit from our award-winnin...

The latest field service management software has helped ComLink Fire and Security to become one of the fastest growing companies in Wales. By equipping engineers with rugged mobile devices that synchronise in real time with back-office software, ComLink’s business has been transformed with completely paperless working. Field service fleet doubled in size  Since introducing the cloud-based technology from BigChange, ComLink has seen its field service fleet double in size. The compan...

Arrow Labs, the UAE-based technology company uniting deskless, frontline workers with digital workflow solutions announces its entry into the Greek market via a significant new contract with one of the world’s largest industrial gas manufacturing companies.  SaaS software solutions The market entry and contract are the latest steps in Arrow Labs’ expansion of its flagship enterprise SaaS software solutions to improve remote employee workflow to the wider European market, havin...

Every day, fleets across the country rely on Safety Cloud to keep them safe on the road. Safety Cloud connects alerting vehicles - like emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and roadside assistance fleets - to the motorists around them in a vehicle-to-everything (V2X) network dedicated to safety. Since the launch of Safety Cloud, the service has sent over a billion alerts to drivers in order to get them to slow down and move over, and ultimately keep everyone on the road safe. Real-time insights In...

AbsoluteCare is a healthcare provider that focuses on providing comprehensive and preventative care to the most vulnerable populations in the United States. Since 2000, AbsoluteCare has enabled the treatment of thousands of chronically ill patients by using innovative health management tools. ARG is a technology consultancy dedicated to helping companies find the right match for their technological needs, and is a trusted partner of Ntirety. ARG has helped more than 4,000 compani...

HID Global, a worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions, announces the 2022 State of Access Control Report, providing insightful perspectives of the market’s current state and trends. Produced by IFSEC Global, in partnership with HID Global, the report surveyed just over 1,000 respondents from across the North America (56%), EMEA (29%) and Asia Pacific (15%) regions, to detail trends in the procurement, installation, specification and operation of physical access control so...

Aqua Security, the pure-play cloud native security provider, introduces the industry’s only $1 Million cloud native protection warranty. The warranty reflects Aqua’s ability to stop cloud native attacks through its Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), the Aqua Platform. The warranty, which is available at no cost to all customers who have fully deployed the Aqua Platform, will pay up to $1 million in the event of a proven successful attack. Making real difference...

Matrix PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras are designed such that their parts can be maneouvered to move from left to right, tilted up and down, and zoomed in and out of the location for 360° surveillance. They are a preferred choice for remotely guarding large locations like office sites, parking lots, public spaces, and many more. Matrix 5MP PTZ cameras comply with various quality standards like FCC, BIS, IP66, and IK10.  True WDR technology The True WDR technology captures high-quality im...

With high speed to new spheres! When fast-moving scenes need to be captured in all their details, a high-performance transmission interface is essential in addition to the right sensor. With uEye Warp10, IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH is launching a new camera family that, due to 10GigE, transmits data in the Gigabit Ethernet-based network at a very high frame rate and virtually without delay. The first models with the IMX250 (5 MP), IMX253 (12 MP), and IMX255 (8.9 MP) sensors from the So...

Biometrics company, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints) has experienced growing demand for its biometric authentication solutions, with over 1.5 billion sensors shipped worldwide since 2014. Fingerprints was a pioneer in biometric solutions for Android smartphones before beginning a program of strategic diversification into the PC, access control, and payments markets. In November 2021, Fingerprints formed two subsidiaries to further enhance their strategic and financial opportunities in the co...

Vicon, a globally renowned company in motion capture, has launched Valkyrie, its new flagship camera range, with four models delivering the world’s highest quality motion capture system. Valkyrie cameras will capture motion more faithfully and accurate to reality than ever before, powering a new wave of innovation and discovery across all motion capture markets. Designed to work in harmony with Vicon’s powerful software solutions for the life sciences, visual effects, location-based...

The need for a motorway to link the cities of Vicenza and Treviso in Italy emerged in the 1970s as the Venetian countryside became increasingly urbanised, while the opening of the European Union to the east in the 1990s also brought more traffic across the region. To address this, the first stone of the Pedemontana Veneta or “SPV” toll highway was laid in November 2011 in Romano d'Ezzelino, and in 2012 work began on the first stretch of the 2.6-billion-euro road. Once completed...

Ping Identity, the intelligent identity solution for the enterprise, and Montreal-based open banking platform, Flinks, have enabled millions of customers across the U.S.A. and Canada to link their financial accounts to fintech apps and enjoy new streamlined banking experiences in a safe and compliant way. From user onboarding to digital loan applications and money transfers, Flinks’ open banking API technology enables financial businesses to access the bank-sourced financial data they nee...

Designing an effective monitoring solution for a large-scale scenario is never an easy task and often faces a heap of challenges. Ordinary cameras are not enough to accommodate the needs of large scenarios, resulting in extensive camera coverage that increases installation, wiring, and maintenance costs. Traditional cameras with subpar zoom capability can't be able to accurately detect human and vehicle targets on the scene or filter out false alarms caused by irrelevant objects. Decentralised...

NXP Semiconductors announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) to jointly develop platforms for a new generation of smart connected vehicles. Hon Hai (Foxconn), the electronics manufacturer and a technology solution provider, will leverage NXP’s portfolio of automotive technologies and its longstanding expertise in safety and security to enable architectural innovation and platforms for electrification, connectivity, and...

“Choosing SGS to perform our ISO/IEC 27001 audit was an important decision in our robust digital transformation strategy to further enhance information security, resiliency and business continuity,” said Mike Petosa, VP of IT at the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). With ransomware attacks rising more than 50 percent in 2021 and signs of even greater cyber risk on the horizon, effective, enterprise-wide cybersecurity must be a priority for every organisation. Demonstrat...

Amthal has worked closely with contractors in the fit-out for the new NQ64 arcade bar in London, ensuring staff and guests can enjoy the retro arcade games and classic consoles safely and securely. The new addition in Soho, NQ64’s eighth UK venue, now offers a choice of over 30 original arcade games including Time Crisis, Guitar Hero, Dancing Stage and Pac-Man, alongside a selection of gamer-themed cocktails. Building from scratch In the build, contractors Clarke Gough ripped out the ex...

Mark Wall, an experienced Security Consultant who has more than 30 years’ experience in the security industry, is launching his own sales consultancy service, in order to support specialists looking to grow their business. The security entrepreneur, who has most recently worked at Amberstone Security, where he was the Director of Business Development and Sales Director EMEA at WebeyeCMS, alongside working at Dahua Technology and Videcon, is using his extensive experience to open new doors...

Waste management and recycling have long since become important industries. According to forecasts, the waste and recycling industry will grow worldwide in the medium term. In Germany, for example, waste management sales are expected to rise from 40.8 billion euros (2020) to 42.5 billion by 2025. Waste management process A wide variety of materials, bulk materials, hazardous and recyclable materials have to be deposited, sorted, separated, processed, stored, and recycled. In the process, the...

Kami Vision, the computer vision company that provides artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to SMBs and consumers, announced the company has grown 350 percent since its launch in August 2020. The growth is spurred by its entrance into the healthcare market and increased demand for AI services in the security and safety industry. In response, Kami Vision has created 170 new jobs globally, expanded to 120 countries, and opened a new office in Bangalore, India all to continue to provide cost-eff...