Surveillance & Security News for March 2024

YEO Messaging, a trailblazer in secure communication, proudly debuted its cutting-edge Continuous Facial Recognition Software Development Kit (SDK) at the Mobile World Conference (MWC) in Barcelona. This innovative technology, protected by YEO's patent, marks a significant leap forward in digital security, empowering businesses to safeguard user privacy and prevent unauthorised access effectively. Continuous facial recognition is a paramount aspect of YEO's innovative technology, ensuring robus...

RagaAI, the pioneering AI testing company, is significantly expanding its testing platform by launching “RagaAI LLM Hub," its open-source and enterprise-ready LLMs evaluation and guardrails platform. With over 100 meticulously designed metrics, it is the most comprehensive platform that allows developers and organisations to evaluate and compare LLMs effectively and establish essential guardrails for LLMs and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. These tests assess various as...

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneering AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, introduced Harmony SaaS, one of the most advanced solutions for safeguarding against SaaS-based threats. Designed to revolutionise Software as a Service (SaaS) security, Harmony SaaS offers exceptional protection by seamlessly integrating into customers’ existing infrastructure and providing real-time threat prevention. Unprecedented challenges “With the exponent...

Xandar Kardian, a Toronto-based industry pioneer in developing radar signal processing technology for presence detection and vital sign monitoring, has formally announced an integrated partnership with The Lava Group, a Belfast-based pioneering provider of innovative safer custody and connected health technology. Continuing Xandar Kardian’s successful, international expansion into correctional facilities in global markets ranging from Hong Kong to the United States to Australia, the partn...

An innovative new camera unit combining panoramic scene overviews with detailed PTZ and tracking capabilities has been unveiled by Dahua Technology. The X-Spans series integrates a 180-degree panoramic camera with a PTZ camera capable of zooming in and tracking objects and targets. This results in images consisting of a broad overview of a scene, together with close-up, detailed views of a person or object of interest. Features of the new X-Spans series The main features of the new range incl...

Hikvision, a world-renowned manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that delivers the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, announces its ground-breaking Thermal Camera Series in two repeat webinars, scheduled for March 26 and 28, 2024. HeatPro models These webinars promise to unveil the latest innovations in Hikvision thermal technology, introducing attendees to a range of myth-busting features in Hikvision's thermal solutions lineup. All webinar...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has moved its corporate headquarters to a new location in St Louis, MO. Located at 1844 Lackland Hill Parkway in St. Louis, the new 22000-square-foot facility features a state-of-the-art iSOC (interactive security operation center) to help manage the 24/7 security monitoring operations of pioneering consumer-facing businesses across t...

Permiso, a Palo Alto-based identity threat detection and response startup, has announced the launch of CloudGrappler, an open-source tool designed to help security teams quickly detect threat actors in their Azure and AWS environments. The tool built off the foundation of Cado Security’s Cloudgrep project, offers enhanced detection capabilities culled from the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of modern cloud threat actors like LUCR-3 (Scattered Spider).  Open-source tool...

In a landmark achievement for air travel technology, Zayed International Airport has successfully processed over one million passengers through Abu Dhabi’s new terminal since its inauguration on 15 November 2023. This marks a significant milestone in the journey towards enhanced travel efficiency and security, showcasing the power of cutting-edge biometric technology. Building on a long-term commitment to advancing airport capabilities, IDEMIA has been at the forefront of innovation in th...

OSI Systems announces that its Security division was awarded a contract for approximately $27 million to provide Itemiser® 5X explosive trace detection (ETD) systems for secondary screening of passengers and carry-on baggage at airport checkpoints along with related consumables to a leading European airport. OSI Systems’ Chairman and CEO, Deepak Chopra, commented, "We are pleased with this significant award and look forward to delivering over multiple years our advanced technology por...

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the promotion of Candice Aragon to Chief Experience Officer (CXO), effective immediately. In her expanded role, Candice will now head PSA Customer Success in addition to her current leadership of Marketing, Events and Education. “Candice has been a critical part of the PSA success,” said Matt Barnette PSA CEO and president. “This promotion is a testament to Candice's strategic...

Compact, cost-effective and with exceptional image quality in low ambient light: IDS is the first industrial camera manufacturer to offer the 2 MP sensor IMX662 in both colour and monochrome versions. The sensors belonging to Sony's Starvis 2 series are designed for maximum light sensitivity. They are now available either as compact uEye+ XCP models or as board-level versions in the uEye+ XLS series. New USB3 industrial cameras Both camera families are characterised by their compact design an...

HID, the worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions announces the latest addition to its already impressive range of readers, the TSL 3166 Bluetooth® Rugged RAIN® RFID UHF Reader, a high-performance reader for efficient inventory management, supply chain tracking, and asset management, even in challenging conditions. TSL 3166 Reader WHAT: Using the latest generation of Impinj silicon, the TSL 3166 Reader is super-fast with read rates of up to 1,200 tags per second, combined w...

Omnilert, a pioneer in active shooter solutions, announced that its visual gun detection system, Omnilert Gun Detect, is certified with the Genetec™ Security Centre, an open-architecture platform that unifies IP-based video surveillance, access control, communications and analytics. This integration will enable Genetec customers to incorporate visual gun detection technology with their existing surveillance cameras in order to identify gun threats at first sight and ensure a rapid, a...

The eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024), held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), concluded on March 6th, 2024 with a strong presence from international and local exhibitors and a large number of visitors. The eighth edition, which ran from 4 to 6 March and was held under the theme of &...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been adopted by Mount Pulaski Community Unified School District 23 (CUSD #23) of Logan County, Illinois. The solution has been deployed at both Mount Pulaski High School (MPHS) and Mount Pulaski Grade School (MPGS). The district is located in the q...

Delivering highly innovative, scalable and affordable device protection in the world of IoT and AI, Device Authority’s award-winning Enterprise KeyScaler as a Service (KSaaS) is now available on Microsoft’s Azure Marketplace. The solution, which is co-sell ready, is available as a free trial on the Marketplace, with attractive, introductory pricing options also available. Built on Microsoft Azure, KSaaS offers an infrastructure-free alternative to Device Authority’s exist...

Cequence announced that the world's largest navigation device manufacturer has chosen the Cequence bot detection and mitigation solution API Spartan, part of the overall Unified API Protection (UAP) platform, to secure its e-commerce experience and deliver a frictionless shopping experience for its customers. The company joins an already elite roster of clients, standing alongside industry giants spanning diverse sectors such as beauty, retail, government, telecommunications, systems integratio...

Munich’s Hofbräuhaus enjoys an iconic status, as both a heritage property and a spiritual home for lovers of German beer. “In this historic building is the world’s most famous tavern,” explains its Security Manager, Robert Graßl. “The whole world goes in and out. Security is very important.”  Hofbräuhaus Bavarian Duke Wilhelm V commissioned Munich’s original Hofbräuhaus in 1589, initially as a brewery to supply the Wittelsbac...

Checkmarx, the pioneer in cloud-native application security, has announced an integration partnership with SD Elements from Security Compass, a pioneer in Security by Design. The integration enhances Checkmarx One, the industry-pioneering enterprise application security platform, and Checkmarx SAST by incorporating SD Elements to streamline and expand threat modeling capabilities across the software development life cycle (SDLC). Threat modeling Threat modeling is essential in identifyin...

Advantech, a global pioneer in industrial IoT, is hosting an investor conference on March 6 presided over by Chairman KC Liu alongside three co-presidents – Mr. Eric Chen, Ms. Linda Tsai, and Mr. Miller Chang. Although Advantech’s 2023 revenue dropped 6%, its profitability was still effectively maintained, with net profit for the year at a historic high. 2023 gross margin The 2023 gross margin hit 40.5%, the operating profit amounted to NT$12.128 billion (operating margin of 1...

Gcore, the global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider announced the acquisition of StackPath’s web application and API protection (WAAP) solution. One of the most highly regarded security products for protecting applications, the new acquisition will provide Gcore customers with an enhanced, enterprise-grade security solution, incorporating web application firewall (WAF), API security, bot protection, and Layer-7 DDoS mitigation at the edge. Edge security services T...

Harness the full potential of on-screen event triggers and responsive client actions with Wavestore v6.36–now ready for installation on specialised, ruggedised hardware platforms. In the ongoing commitment to innovation, Wavestore is proud to announce the release of v6.36, advancing the vision for a video management system that adapts to operational needs and enables solutions for a world they can’t yet see. Wavestore v6.36 Introducing Wavestore v6.36: Tailored Flexibility, Rugged...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announced it will be appearing at the Official UK Government Global Security Event, Security & Policing 2024, which takes place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre between 12th and 14th March 2024. Appearing on Stand P104, TDSi will be showcasing the TIL Technologies Tillys Cube Access Control Units and Microsesame Cube Software, which are ANSSI certified making them ideal for deployment across critical n...

At this week’s BAPCO Annual Event, Sepura will be launching the SCL3, a rugged broadband hand-portable device. Complementing the SCU3 Hybrid Broadband Vehicle Device, the SCL3 reinforces Sepura’s commitment to invest in the future of critical communications and reduce the risk and costs of migrating to Mission Critical Services (MCX) by providing hybrid solutions to help bridge the transition. The new SCL3 device has the flexibility to be deployed as LTE only or as a...

VITEC, a market-pioneering provider of IPTV, video streaming and digital signage solutions, is launching the MGW Diamond-H 4K HDMI encoder to further enhance its broad portfolio of HEVC encode and decode products. “VITEC is proud to introduce the MGW Diamond-H, a powerful compact 4K HDMI Encoder demonstrating our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers,” says Richard Bernard, Head of Product Management, at VITEC. “With its impressive encoding...

Allegion US, a pioneering security products and solutions provider, has introduced the Schlage® XE360™ Series Wireless Locks, a new electronic lock portfolio designed with multifamily market needs–like style and technology–in mind, at an attractive price point. The XE360 Series is the next generation of innovative electronic locks from Schlage, outfitted with the options and features most looked for by multifamily properties and made to fit the needs of a wide range of com...

With a three-decade history, Matrix has established itself as a globally acknowledged presence in the Security and Telecom Industry.  Catering to organisations of various sizes, Matrix is renowned for its commitment to excellence, delivering comprehensive solutions in Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom.  Enterprise solutions Customised to address a wide range of communication and security requirements, Matrix is a trusted provider of sophisticated and a...

Global technology solutions provider - Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) has announced it has evolved its award-winning ArrowSphere platform into a full-service digital experience for its customers in North America. Based on customer feedback, the expanded ArrowSphere platform provides channel partners and vendors access to Arrow’s services through a single interface. Containing new applications specifically requested by channel partners to help them better serve customers, the platform...

Allied Universal®, the world’s renowned security and facility services company, is proud to announce that its client, the Helen Delich Bently Port of Baltimore has received a top U.S. Coast Guard security assessment for the 15th consecutive year. Security assessment The assessment which included a detailed review of all security protocols and procedures is for the six state-owned, public marine terminals that are managed by the Maryland Port Administration (MPA). The U.S. Coast Guar...