Surveillance & Security News for March 2023

Alexey Khitrov, Founder & President, ID R&D, said “The launch of GPT-4 by OpenAI onto the market heralds a new pace for the advancement of generative software. With enhanced scope to emulate human-level performance in academic scenarios, the refinement of the technology is truly impressive, but these improved capabilities also offer cybercriminals more ways to make their fraud operations more effective and scalable.” He adds, “Augmented language processing means that...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announced the integration of its IP-enabled Power over Ethernet (PoE) and intelligent WiFi access control locks with Genea Access Control, a pioneer in cloud-based access control software. “Genea is excited to partner with ASSA ABLOY. By leveraging the power of Genea’s cloud-based access control with ASSA ABLOY’s wireless door locks, we can now provide our partners, IT, and security teams with a seamless and convenient way to control...

Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses announces the winners of its ‘Tech for Good’ and ‘Women in STEM’ scholarships for the 2022-23 academic year. The two $5,000 scholarships are designed to help provide financial support to college students pursuing four-year STEM studies who have a passion for using technology to solve real-world problems. Life-threatening situ...

Atakama, the pioneer in multifactor encryption, enabling unrivalled data protection through distributed cryptographic key management, announced its new multifactor encryption platform, Atakama Enterprise, featuring the Atakama Intelligence Center. Atakama’s multifactor encryption combines advanced distributed key management (DKM) with the proven concept of multi-device authentication for a progressive security solution that challenges the status quo of conventional data protection. Intro...

Has the user ever installed cameras to monitor a parking lot or any other large indoor space? Can a single camera cover a wide angle and maintain surveillance over a large area? GeoVision would like to present Panoramic IP Cameras which are equipped with a single 8MP lens providing a 180 Degree Panoramic View giving an increased coverage area. No dewarping or stitching of multiple lenses is required, as the camera's native view is already a 180-degree panoramic view. AI perimeter protection &a...

Beyond Identity, the provider of passwordless, phishing-resistant MFA, announces the formal release of ‘Zero Trust Authentication’ (ZTA) as a subcategory of zero trust technology, together with the launch of the Worldwide Zero Trust Leadership series of events that will run throughout 2023. Bringing together security technologies and integrators, Beyond Identity, Palo Alto Networks, CrowdStrike, Optiv, World Wide Technology, Guidepoint Security, BeyondTrust, Ping Identity and Climb...

Electronic Security Factory Rep Firm - LRG, inc, one of the largest rep firms in the United States, has announced that LRG, inc veterans - John Swinford and Kenny Hilton purchased the organisation from Chris Lanier effective March 13th. A long-time industry veteran, Lanier founded LRG, inc in 2001. Texas-based LRG, inc covers 16 Central U.S. states for many of the industry’s top-tier manufacturers of intrusion, video, fire, audio, and networking solutions. Lanier will be retained for 2024...

Detection Technology Plc has signed an agreement to acquire Shanghai Haobo Imaging Technology Co., Ltd., an x-ray flat panel detector provider, to almost double its total addressable market. This acquisition enables Detection Technology to enter the thin-film transistor (TFT) flat panel detector market segment, which is estimated to represent over 40% of the total digital x-ray detector market of EUR 3.1 billion by 2025. The main application for TFT flat panel detectors is in medical x-ray imag...

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced that Crawford AuSable School District in Grayling, Michigan has selected the company’s solution to help proactively protect its students and faculty against gun-related violence. Gun detection ZeroEyes’ technology will overlay the schools’ existing security cameras to detect when a firearm is brandished and di...

Secure Logiq has expanded its team in the Middle East with a string of new hires. Since the successful launch of the British manufacturer’s first international office, the demand for servers built specifically for HD CCTV applications in the region has directly led to the addition of several new staff members. New appointments The new additions to the team are largely in the strategically important business development team. Mike Alexander has been named as Business Development Manager...

Monitoreal, a global provider of intelligent home and commercial security surveillance systems, has announced its integration with the popular intruder alarm system - Ajax. This powerful pairing allows users to create an accurate video detection perimeter around their property, that proactively deters intruders and monitors security events in real-time. Monitoreal’s AI-based object detection Monitoreal’s AI-based object detection can conveniently be armed and disarmed in tandem wi...

IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technology, is partnering with a Dutch Consortium consisting of the Ministry of Justice & Security, Ministry of the Interior, Ministry of Defense/Royal Netherlands Marechaussee, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, co-funded by the European Commission. IDEMIA is the technology partner for the world’s first transatlantic Digital Travel Credential (DTC) Pilot. IDEMIA - technology provider for EU DTC-1 Pilot IDEMIA i...

Building on more than 50 years of expertise in creating disruptive technologies and in developing accurate and fair matching algorithms, IDEMIA is committed to continuously improving its solutions. Both OneLook Gen2 and MorphoWave TP take advantage of this know-how and are designed to provide a faster, more secure, and barrier-free biometric verification. OneLook™ is the best-in-class multibiometric identity verification solution. It offers accurate, from-a-distance face and iris capture...

Advantech, a globally renowned industrial edge AI solution provider and integrator of NVIDIA solutions, is happy to announce its decision to speak at NVIDIA’s GPU Technology Conference 2023 (GTC 2023). Leveraging extensive experience developing AI edge systems with NVIDIA technology — including GPU cards, mobile PCI express modules (MXM), and Jetson systems on module — Advantech and its partners will deliver four sessions at GTC 2023. Advantech to discuss case studies on late...

Rapiscan Systems, a global supplier of security inspection systems, launches the 935DX, a new model within its growing line of ORION™ X-ray screening systems. The 935DX, among the largest tunnelled conveyor systems on the market, is primarily designed for screening air cargo and pallets. By positioning its primary generator centrally under the conveyor, in combination with a proprietary, U-shaped detector line, operators obtain extremely accurate images, with the correct aspect ratio, reg...

Hikvision, a pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is excited to announce the addition of two new ColorVu camera series into its product lineup: the 7-Series Dual Light cameras and the 8 MP Dome IP cameras.  These innovative, low-light cameras join Hikvision’s existing ColorVu lineup that utilise advanced image processing algorithms and built-in lighting to provide colour image...

Motorola Solutions announces the new Avigilon physical security suite that provides secure, scalable and flexible video security and access control to organisations of all sizes around the world. The Avigilon security suite includes the cloud-native Avigilon Alta and on-premise Avigilon Unity solutions, each powered by advanced analytics and designed to provide an effortless user experience. Avigilon has been the capstone of Motorola Solutions’ Video Security & Access Control busine...

Detection Technology Plc has signed an agreement to acquire Shanghai Haobo Imaging Technology Co., Ltd., an X-ray flat panel detector provider, to almost double its total addressable market. This acquisition enables Detection Technology to enter the TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) flat panel detector market segment, which is estimated to represent over 40% of the total digital X-ray detector market of EUR 3.1 billion by 2025. TFT flat panel detectors The main application for TFT flat pan...

For over three decades, Matrix has established itself as a prominent player in the international telecom and security industries. Matrix offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including video surveillance, access control, time attendance, and telecom, catering to the needs of organisations of all sizes. Technology-driven solutions Matrix's primary focus is on customer-centric, technology-driven solutions, and it achieves this by developing world-class products in India through indigenous...

Neurotechnology, a global provider of high-precision biometric solutions, announces the release of MegaMatcher 13.0, the latest version of the company’s flagship biometric product line. MegaMatcher provides a range of products for developing multi-biometric solutions that require high accuracy, speed and scalability. The latest release features MegaMatcher SDK, MegaMatcher Accelerator and MegaMatcher ABIS updates and improvements and adds a new tattoo algorithm that can detect, verify an...

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, specifically designed for video applications, has achieved ISO 14001 status across its entire operation. The International Organisation for Standardisation’s (ISO) standard for Environmental Management, ISO 14001, confirms barox as being a conscious manufacturer who views environmental issues seriously and takes steps to reduce its impact on the environment by successf...

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, announced it will debut its GSOC operating system (OS) during ISC West 2023, March 29-31, in Las Vegas, at booth #31065. The HiveWatch® GSOC OS is a cloud-based Security Fusion Platform® that works with existing disparate security systems to power an organisation’s GSOC.  HiveWatch® GSOC OS HiveWatch platform uses Multi-sensor Resolution™ to give securi...

BT Redcare, the trusted provider of no-compromise alarm signalling, announces the launch of a Classic and GSM replacement bundle, ahead of the network supporting these products being shut down in 2025. The replacement bundle incorporates BT Redcare’s Advanced Extra signalling solution alongside two new products that have been designed to make swap out quick and easy for installers and customers. The Plug-in Adaptor, which allows for an update of older systems without the expense of repl...

Asio Technologies, a pioneering developer and manufacturer of tactical solutions for defense, security, and paramilitary applications, has fulfilled a follow-on order from the IDF and recently delivered thousands of additional Orion Systems. Asio Technologies solutions, including the Orion Systems, are already in operational use by the IDF. Orion (or OLAR/AMUD–as called by the IDF) is a rugged and secured mobile system for dismounted forces, enabling mission planning and real-time navigat...

Vismo, a global pioneer in location monitoring and safety solutions, and Factal, a risk intelligence, and breaking news platform, announced a partnership to provide risk data to Vismo customers to enable them to better protect their employees when incidents occur and fast.  Vismo helps organisations protect their staff, contract and other workers included, by (i) understanding the risk level of incidents in relation to their employees’ location and (ii) monitoring alerts activated&nb...

LiveAction, a pioneer in end-to-end network security and performance visibility announced its partnership with QBS Software, an EMEA software delivery platform. With a primary focus on the UK, French and German markets, QBS will deliver Liveaction’s full product portfolio in addition to technical, pre-, and post-sales support. ThreatEye® The offering will include the recently launched next generation of ThreatEye®, the company’s Network Detection and Response (NDR) platfor...

Energy security tops the list of the ‘most exciting’ areas of smart utility development, ahead of climate-related and disaster management technologies. This is according to a recent survey among senior professionals at US utility companies, and interviews at the leading utility industry event, DISTRIBUTECH 2023 in February 2023. Commissioned by Wi-SUN Alliance, a global association of industry-leading companies driving the adoption of interoperable wireless solutions for use in smar...

Smart Spaces, a pioneering global provider of smart building technology, has teamed with HID to introduce an employee badge in Apple wallet, offering a secure and even more seamless building entry for employees at 22 Bishopsgate in the City of London. By adding their employee badge to Apple wallet, employees and staff in the building can now safely and easily gain access to offices with just a simple tap of their iPhone or Apple Watch. Following the initial partnership between Smart Spaces and...

Guardian Zone, the provider of an innovative, cloud-based, crowdsourced, incident management software and app, is proud to celebrate that the Security Industry Association (SIA) has named its founder and CEO Sheryl Pinckney-Maas as one of the 2023 honourees on the Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100 list. Each year, the SIA WISF recognises 100 women in the security industry who are role models for actively advancing diversity, inclusion, innovation and leadership in the community. SIA WI...

WiBASE Industrial Solutions, a Taiwan company, will showcase the cloud-connected, AI-enabled smart camera solutions at ISC West 2023.  The solutions integrate body-worn camera (BWC) and dashcam devices with AIoT services, including live audio and video communication, SOS and emergency calls, real-time data collection, and edge AI. The solutions are designed to enhance critical incident response for various domain needs. Smart camera solutions WiZAVIU smart camera solutions from WiBASE co...