Surveillance & Security News for September 2023

Acre Security, a pioneer in providing state-of-the-art security systems, unveiled its robust growth trajectory in the first half of 2023, marked by a steady adoption of its cloud-based access control solutions, an expanding international reach, and continuous enhancement of its mobile solutions. Author's quote "The growing adoption of our cloud-enabled access control solutions underscores their effectiveness and the confidence our clients envision in our offerings,” said Don Joos, CEO of...

CIAS, an Italy-based manufacturer of perimeter security and safety systems (with operations in Miami, FL) has introduced a solution for the aviation industry, specifically air traffic controllers, to reduce or eliminate the high incidence of airport runway incursions. A runway incursion, as defined by the Federal Aviation Administration, is an incident that, while not causing fatalities, is described as a “near miss” by the journal, Business Traveler (May 15, 2023). The FA...

Mark the calendar! Ajax Systems is thrilled to announce its new Special Event product presentation, titled “Rule Your Space”. The online show will be streamed on October 20th, 2023. Ajax Special Event Rule your space will be the richest in-release presentation that Ajax Systems has ever held, featuring an array of new product reveals, existing product lines evolution, and important app updates. New security innovations will be showcased by the Ajax team to partners and us...

LiveAction, a pioneer in network performance visibility, announces that users can now leverage LiveWire in concert with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to better refine network operations. LiveWire will now allow users to easily export their network packet data for use in AIs to find patterns that human operators might otherwise miss.  Network monitoring produces huge amounts of data and for many organisations, it's difficult to use to its greatest potential. To make matters worse, users are...

The PSA Network, the world’s consortium of professional systems integrators announced the addition of SAFR from RealNetworks to its technology partners. SAFR is an AI-powered face authentication solution designed for mainstream commercial applications. The visual intelligence platform specialises in face and person-based computer vision optimised for real-world performance. Security, convenience, and affordability "As AI becomes more prevalent, security integrators must stay on top of t...

Aiphone, the international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions. With AC Nio, customers get access to an easy-to-use and customisable dashboard that provides the tools needed to manage daily access control credentials, run reports, set schedules, and program the AC Series access control solution. AC Nio features An intu...

The Horizontal Compliance Committee of Euralarm has started a new Task Group focusing on environmental and sustainability issues. The kick-off meeting of the new Task Group took place on August 23rd.  Environment & Sustainability  In early 2023, the Horizontal Compliance Committee acknowledged that the number of European legislative initiatives related to environment and sustainability under the European Green Deal was continuously growing and that the experts from the Eura...

Labcraft, the Southeast-based designer and producer of commercial vehicle lighting, is showing a range of interior and exterior LED lighting solutions for emergency vehicles at the Emergency Services Show 2023 in Birmingham. The company serves a multitude of customers and vehicle types in the emergency sectors, including manufacturers, converters, and equipment specifiers, always designing the optimum, application-specific lighting solutions for each specialist market. Scenelite range Feature...

Istanbul, as the economic, cultural, and transportation centre of Turkey, is a world-famous tourist destination spanning Europe and Asia, attracting countless tourists from all over the world every year.​ As a highly developed metropolis, Istanbul has a well-developed transportation system that covers major tourist attractions and commercial areas. Challenges with transportation However, the enormous scale of transportation also brings its own set of challenges. For instance, the small size o...

Located in Kerala, India, the Somatheeram Ayurveda Hospital with a Resort Ambiance is the best place for not only visual rejuvenation but also physical and mental rejuvenation. Through Ayurveda, Somatheeram provides a means to shed all worries, anxieties, and illnesses.  With the objective of combining Ayurveda and Tourism, the Somatheeram Research Institute & Ayurveda Hospital was founded in the year 1985, thus making it the world’s first-ever Ayurvedic Hospital in a Resort Ambi...

Global technology solutions provider - Arrow Electronics, Inc. has been recognised as one of this year’s Certified Great Place to Work® for Best Mid-Size Organisations in India. “Great Place to Work Certification™ is a highly coveted recognition in the business world, and it’s earned by organisations that truly value their employees and create a positive and inclusive work environment,” said Yeshasvini Ramaswamy, Serial Entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer...

Daniel May of Consort reviews the integration of access control systems in healthcare settings, outlining the benefits and key considerations decision-makers must make throughout product specifications.  From patient safety and traversal to the protection of sensitive data and pharmaceuticals, healthcare environments are faced with several operational challenges. And where security remains at the forefront of decision-making, modern access control systems may often hold the answers. Physi...

According to Regula’s survey, 65% of organisations worldwide use digital document verification as one of their main methods of identity checks. And 94% of those who haven’t yet, plan to employ digital document verification in the next year. Responding to this growing demand for reliable and frictionless online ID verification, Regula and InScope-AML are joining forces to offer businesses across Europe and Africa a comprehensive and trustworthy solution for KYC and AML compliance ma...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA is pleased to announce it has acquired Kinetron, a pioneering specialist in motion-based energy harvesting systems for self-powered products, as part of its efforts to accelerate growth and continue its journey as a provider of digital access solutions. Author's quote “Kinetron is a strategic technological addition to the ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA division and will reinforce our offering in energy harvesting locking solutions that are energy ef...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce its latest student placement, Cameron Lane.  Cameron has joined the company’s Software Development Team for a twelve-month placement as part of his BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering studies at Bournemouth University.    Software development TDSi has a proud history of supporting university placements and apprenticeships. Managing Director John Davies commented, “We are delighted to welc...

Innovation, sustainability, and new business models are at the heart of the inter-airport Europe 2023, the world’s pioneering trade fair for the global airport community. Visitors can look forward to a broad range of exhibits and live demonstrations by international brands and promising start-ups, supported by an intense programme of technical seminars and summit talks, all geared to boost operational advancement, strategic partnerships, and investment to help airports meet their env...

Dallmeier, a manufacturer of video security technology, is hosting a webinar on 21 September, 2023, at 4:30 PM CEST considering recent events at airports. The manufacturer will show technical solutions and best practice examples to help airports protect against intrusion and other threats. Airport security strategies Recent events have prompted many airport operators to review their security strategies. Protection against perimeter and airfield threats and the search for appropriate camera a...

Teledyne FLIR will use its appearance at SPE Offshore Europe 2023 (Aberdeen, UK, 5-8 September) to shine the spotlight on its comprehensive and industry-proven array of optical gas imaging (OGI) camera solutions for the oil and gas market. These advanced cameras help users to detect methane, sulphur hexafluoride and hundreds of other industrial gases quickly, accurately and safely, without shutting down systems. Teledyne FLIR OGI cameras can scan broad sections of equipment rapidly and detect l...

viisights, Inc., a global pioneer in behavioural recognition video analytics, is providing GSX 2023 attendees with a first-hand look at its latest advancements in proactive intelligence, including updates to its flagship viisights wise™ video analytics and viisights IQ™ auto-learning technology. Together, these new developments set new benchmarks in video analytics performance for professional security and safety intelligence applications. wise 3.0 and viisights IQ “Wit...

Netwrix, a cybersecurity vendor that makes data security easy revealed additional findings for the education sector from its survey of 1,610 IT and security professionals from more than 100 countries. According to the survey, 69% of organisations in the education sector suffered a cyberattack within the last 12 months.  Phishing, account compromise Phishing and user account compromise was the most common attack paths for these organisations, while phishing and malware (such as ransomware...

Shooter Detection Systems, an Alarm.com company and provider of the world’s pioneering gunshot detection solutions, will be displaying the latest developments in Active Shooter Intelligence™ along with several new product and business initiatives at the Global Security Exchange in Dallas, Texas this September 11-13. Attendees visiting Shooter Detection Systems booth #4345 can learn more about the company’s new philanthropic grants writing initiative, a new partner incenti...

Vicon Industries is proud to announce its new corporate partnership with The Security Institute, the largest professional membership body for security professionals in the UK. As part of this partnership, Vicon will work closely with The Security Institute to promote the highest standards of security professionalism and provide its members with access to cutting-edge security solutions, technologies, and insight. Author's quote "We are thrilled to partner with The Security Institute, an organ...

RecFaces, a biometric solution company announced the date for its next free webinar, The Future of Face Recognition Technology: Opportunities and Challenges in INDIA.  Facial recognition technology The webinar that will be led by Valeria Lapteva, Business Development Director, Asia-Pacific, and Maria Kazhuro, Business Development Director, LATAM will discuss opportunities and challenges of Facial Recognition Technology and address how businesses and other sectors can adapt it to enh...

IDEMIA’s Group QR code accelerates the adoption of the eSIM technology, with the promise of a fully digital onboarding journey for travellers and visitors to a country. The entire frictionless eSIM for travel experience can be completed in just minutes, granting users direct access to local connectivity. Major sporting events such as Rugby World Cup, Paris 2024 Olympic Games, or cultural events such as large music festivals as well as professional events are attracting major travellers&rs...

Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security products at INTERSEC 2023, KSA. This event is scheduled from 3rd to 5th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2-C35, Riyadh International Convention And Exhibition Centre RICEC, Riyadh KSA. IP video surveillance solutions Matrix will unveil its cutting-edge IP video surveillance solutions at this exhibition, encompassing enterpri...

Global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has launched its WES3 Wireless Evacuation and Nurse Call System in Australia, expanding the firm’s international reach within a new territory.  The emergency system is paving the way for worker safety in construction sites, having already had successful drills with some of the country's pioneering contractors. WES3 system Through its territory partners, Ramtech has recently deployed its WES3 system at a Built construction project in P...

Hybrid Panel Lite is a wire and wireless smart home security gateway with LTE capability. It provides a customisable and robust way to wire the whole alarm system. With Hybrid Panel Lite, users can accomplish a comprehensive solution for the Climax wired BUS security system in a breeze. BUS connectivity Hybrid Panel Lite’s BUS connectivity makes installation easier and the system more flexible, with shorter wiring lengths and more cost-effective product maintenance. With integration int...

A range of customers in the supply chain are often confused when it comes to the selection of the correct cabling for many critical applications, says AEI Cables. The company has been communicating the dangers of not following the technical guidance for the selection and installation of cables for Category 3 Control fire performance cables under the revised British Standard BS8519: 2020. Author's quote Category 3 Control fire performance cables reduce harmful smoke, toxic gases and flame spre...

MPs have warned that the Prime Minister’s global AI ambitions could be at risk unless new AI regulation laws are introduced in November. Failure to introduce new legislation in the King’s Speech on November 7th would postpone regulations from becoming law until 2025, which would see the UK “being left behind” the EU and other counterparts, according to the Commons Technology Committee. AI development The government has previously introduced several measures to cement t...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals announced the 2023 class of recipients for its annual awards of excellence for organisations and individuals. The annual ASIS Awards of Excellence honour the important work and accomplishments of ASIS members worldwide. They are honoured not only for their accomplishments but also for setting standards for the industry to model across the globe.  Award recipient criteria “ASIS award rec...