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AxxonSoft is excited to announce the release of an enhanced update to the video analytics package. This latest version introduces support for Nvidia's new Ada Lovelace microarchitecture graphics cards, significantly boosting the capabilities of the detection tools, including Neurotracker, Neurocounter, Pose Detection, PPE Detection, Fire Detection, and Smoke Detection. These advancements are designed to elevate the efficiency and performance of video analytics. Suite of new features In addition to these improvements, the update brings a suite of new features aimed at enhancing both functionality and user experience. Among the newly introduced tools are the Stopped Object Detector, Glow Detector, and VL Object Tracker, which provide greater flexibility for various implementation scenarios and task solutions. Furthermore, this update includes optimisations for Nvidia graphics card utilisation, ensuring enhanced performance of all detection tools. For comprehensive details on the release, please refer to the Release Notes DetectorPack 3.12.1 Release Notes - Axxon DetectorPack - Axxonsoft Documentation.

The long-awaited trade fair for security and fire safety will open its doors from 1 to 3 November at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), shining a spotlight on cutting-edge solutions for various sectors including manufacturing, smart cities, the commercial sector, transportation, and hospitality. Spanning 7,500 square metres of exhibition space, the show features over 200 exhibitors from Canada, China, India, Israel, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States, facilitating opportunities to strengthen international cooperation and share the latest technology advancements. Demand for products and services The show carries immense significance, as it marks its first return since 2019 after being interrupted by the pandemic.  Reflecting a great deal of enthusiasm about the show’s opening, Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch, says, “The timing of this year’s Secutech Thailand couldn't be better because it coincides with a surge in Thailand’s demand for security products and services, driven by substantial investments by the Thai government in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), encompassing manufacturing, infrastructure, and smart city projects." Domestic and international exhibitors We are excited for exhibitors to unveil their latest advancements to buyers from across" "We are excited for exhibitors to unveil their latest advancements to buyers from across not only the EEC but also from across Thailand’s other major economic zones over the next three days.” The 2023 show brings together not only domestic suppliers but also a strong line-up of renowned international exhibitors, including industry pioneers in their respective product segments such as 4 Vision System, Kent Smoke and Fire Curtain, KJ Tech, Lubi, Mallcom, Morse Watchmans, NAFFCO, Nettbox, Network Optix (Nx), Senstar, ÜberGARD, Vent Line and Videonetics. Security and fire safety solutions Major industry players will present advanced solutions for security and fire safety, tailored to the needs of the Thai market. These solutions will be showcased in dedicated zones and pavilions, including the Singapore Pavilion, the Smart Factory Solution Zone, and the PPE & Occupational Safety Zone. Fire & Safety Collaboration opportunities at the event are further enriched by the concurrent Thailand Building Fair Additionally, the industry’s highly regarded concurrent event, Fire & Safety promises to capture the huge local market potential. With the EEC seeing a surge in the development of new industrial parks and factories, and the implementation of stricter fire safety regulations in Thailand in recent years, the demand for high-quality fire and industrial safety solutions is on the rise. Collaboration opportunities at the event are further enriched by the concurrent Thailand Building Fair, highlighting cutting-edge building technologies for exploration. Fringe programmes Attendees can take advantage of 33 seminars covering topics ranging from smart industry safety and integrated IoT in manufacturing to fire safety, cyber security, and smart buildings. Smart Industrial Safety Conference: delving into crucial topics surrounding factory safety, with a specific focus on preventing and suppressing fires in manufacturing facilities. One of the key discussions will also surround the significant role of AI in enhancing safety measures within the petrochemical and oil refinery industry. The conference will also shed light on the integration of digital technology in manufacturing to elevate safety performance. Factory 365 Conference: divided into two important panel sessions: (1) AI Impacts on Safety and Security in Industrial Property, and (2) Integrated IoT and Physical Security Management in Manufacturing. A representative from Dynamic Intelligence Asia (DIA), specialising in cutting-edge No-code AI Computer Vision and Process Automation SaaS platforms will be the conference moderator to ensure a productive experience for all attendees. Session 1: Led by the Thai Intelligent CCTV Association (iCA), Axxonsoft, Corsight AI, and Quantum Storage South Asia, experts will dive into advanced algorithms and machine learning for real-time monitoring, threat detection, and risk mitigation. As AI is being actively adopted in the EEC, Thailand is paving the way for a technological hub with enhanced efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. Session 2: Another group of well-known panelists from ÜberGARD, Coventry, HIP Global, and Thai Secom Security will discuss the convergence of IoT and physical security solutions, which has ushered in a new era of enhanced operational efficiency, heightened safety measures, and improved overall productivity for manufacturing facilities across the nation. Cyber Security Policies for Industrial Conference: shedding light on effective cyber security policies and strategies tailored to the industrial sector, helping businesses navigate the evolving cyber threat landscape. Topics will include Cybersecurity Policies for Industry, Cyber Security for Operational Technology, Advanced Cybersecurity Threat Hunting for APT (Advanced, Persistent, Threat) Campaigns, and insights into attacks on industrial sectors. Business Matching Service The meetings ensure that each interaction meets specific business needs and objectives As part of its commitment to maximising networking opportunities, the show also features an exclusive Business Matching Service. Designed to create meaningful connections between exhibitors and buyers, the meetings ensure that each interaction meets specific business needs and objectives such as distribution opportunities, OEM partnerships, or technology integration. Participation by industry organisations Adding significant value to the show, a long list of well-known industry organisations are making their appearance at Secutech Thailand, sharing industry insights and engaging with attendees. These include: Asia Pacific Security Association (APSA) Department of Industrial Works, Ministry of Industry (Thailand) Fire And Rescue Association (FARA)   Illuminating Engineering Association of Thailand (TIEA)   National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA)   THAI Generator Association (GENTHAI)   Thai Intelligent CCTV Association (iCA)   Thai IoT Association (Thai IOT)   THAI SECURITY ASSOCIATION (TSA)   Thailand Productivity Institute (FTPI) The Building Safety Inspectors and Officers Association (BSA) The Consulting Engineers Association of Thailand (CEAT)  The Innovation and Inventor Association of Thailand (IIAT) Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) Amata Facility Services (AFS)

The Dahua WizMind is a full portfolio of solutions comprising project-oriented products including IPC, NVR, PTZ, IVSS, thermal and software platform that adopts industry-leading deep learning algorithms. As a pioneer in video-centric AIoT solutions and service providers, Dahua has been constantly developing and improving its product offerings to provide more business value to its global customers and deliver reliable and comprehensive AI solutions for vertical markets. Human-based applications WizMind can efficiently search for targets through attributes analysis. Both the security and privacy of users are protected by powerful AI algorithms and advanced fusion technologies. Dahua’s Privacy Protection is a GDPR-compliant technology that overlays mosaics on the images of detected targets in real time.  Privacy Protection+ Privacy Protection+ is suitable for shopping malls, construction sites, nursing homes, operating rooms, and more Recently, Dahua released Privacy Protection+ which integrates Privacy Protection technology with a variety of deep learning algorithms, providing intelligent analysable data while protecting users’ security and privacy. Aside from front-end real-time mosaic, it also supports simultaneous usage with AI functions, free mosaic on selected targets, and irregular black block masking. It is suitable for a wide range of scenarios such as shopping malls, construction sites, nursing homes, operating rooms, and more. PPE Detection technology In addition, the PPE Detection technology of WizMind features deep learning algorithms that can detect and capture images of personal protective equipment worn on the site and trigger alarms accordingly. It detects up to 9 attributes (e.g. hats, workwear, masks), supports importing of workwear images via IPC/IVSS as the basis for localised modeling, training, and comparison, and enables quick target location using different target attributes. It helps reduce the workload of safety management personnel and greatly improves employee safety in plants, factories, and other similar application scenarios. Panoramic Surveillance 2023 Moreover, WizMind’s Panoramic Surveillance 2023 is designed for scenario applications that require a 180°, 270°, and 360° view for situational awareness. It offers clear images with up to 8K Ultra High Definition resolution, AR Panorama that displays the video of the corresponding camera via AR tags, and EPTZ function that can simultaneously monitor multiple human and vehicle targets that triggered the alarm (up to 5 targets), and AI features including Perimeter Protection, Smart Tracking, Vehicle Density Detection, etc. It is perfect for monitoring large scenes such as squares, urban roads, enterprise parks, entrance/exit areas, and more. People Counting WizMind also features People Counting function that can track and process moving human targets in the monitored scene and realise accurate statistics of people entering, leaving, and currently within the monitored area, generating useful data for business analysis. It includes Leaving Post Detection, Crowd Detection, People Counting for Line Crossing, People Counting in Area, and Queue Management. Vehicle-based applications WizMind captures attributes of vehicles for easy management, quick search, and efficient business analysis WizMind captures attributes of vehicles for easy management, quick search, and efficient business analysis. Various application scenarios including roads, waterways, and parking spaces are covered completely. Video Metadata technology The Video Metadata technology of WizMind is equipped with deep learning algorithms that can efficiently locate human and vehicle targets based on attributes analysis. Depending on the algorithm version of the product model, it can detect more than 10 human attributes, more than 7 motor vehicle attributes, and more than 6 non-motor vehicle attributes. Dahua also added target direction analysis and data statistics that can be used for business analysis. It is ideal for application scenarios that require constant monitoring of people and vehicles entering/leaving the premises such as industrial campuses and main roads. Hydrological Monitoring Hydrological Monitoring is another new feature of WizMind powered by Dahua’s self-developed algorithms. It is mainly used in areas with water resources such as rivers, seas, and lakes. It comprises mainly Water Level Detection, Boat Detection, and Floating Objects Detection, which primarily aid water management and analysis. Parking Detection technology If illegal parking is detected, the system will sound warning audio through the built-in loudspeaker When a vehicle enters the monitored area, WizMind’s Parking Detection technology based on CNN deep learning will capture its images and save metadata. If illegal parking is detected, the system will sound warning audio through the built-in loudspeaker. It supports overlaying of license plate numbers and other violation information on the captured image as evidence and displays both panoramic and detail views simultaneously with a wider detection range. Thermal applications With explosion-proof certifications (e.g. ATEX and IECEx) and IP66 ingress protection rating, Dahua’s explosion-proof cameras provide online Industrial Temperature Measurement with high accuracy, providing a new method to monitor equipment and pipelines during production. Aside from Online Temperature Monitoring, it also offers Intelligent Inspection that can be realised by editing the device list on the platform and linking it with the temperature monitoring camera. Boat Detection Another WizMind thermal application is Boat Detection which utilises imaging thermal cameras powered by AI, enabling it to accurately detect and identify boats/ships. It offers multiple boat data (e.g. height, speed, distance), anti-corrosion coating or 316L stainless steel housing, and all-weather operation. Other features Dahua Partner Alliances This series is compatible with global video management systems, PSIM, and Alarm Monitoring Software The Dahua WizMind series is compatible with major third-party platforms. The Dahua Partner Alliances provide sufficient DHOP and API, allowing smooth and efficient integration with technology partners. All WizMind products have passed the ONVIF conformance process.  This series is compatible with global video management systems, PSIM, and Alarm Monitoring Software (e.g. AxxonSoft, Digifort, Advancis, SoftGuard). It also supports advanced AI-based functions (e.g. ANPR, People Counting, Perimeter Protection, and Heat Map) with Qognify, Network Optix, Luxriot, and other players in the industry. Dahua Hardware Open Platform The Dahua Hardware Open Platform enables users to customise the camera based on their actual needs. It has more than 15 existing partners and more than 18 integrated applications. What’s more, WizMind Cybersecurity effectively protects network security and user privacy. It deeply integrates actual business scenarios to help users understand the security status and capabilities of their devices and assists them in conveniently and quickly setting up the best security configuration for their scenarios.

Technology based on the cloud has become a popular trend. Most IT systems now operate within the cloud or offer cloud capabilities, and video surveillance is no exception: virtually every major hardware and software vendor offers cloud-based services. Users benefit from the cloud due to its numerous advantages, such as ease of implementation, scalability, low maintenance costs, etc. Video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) offers many choices, so there is an optimal solution for each user. However, what about integrators? For them, VSaaS is also a game-changer. Integrators are now incentivised to think about how they can maintain their markets and take advantage of the new business opportunities that the cloud model provides.   Hosted video surveillance The cloud service model has drastically changed the role of an integrator. Traditionally, integrators provided a variety of services including system installation, support, and maintenance, as well as served as a bridge between vendors and end-users. In contrast, hosted video surveillance as a service requires a security system installer to simply install cameras and connect them to the network, while the provider is in direct contact with each end-user. The cloud service model has drastically changed the role of an integrator There is no end to on-premises systems. However, the percentage of systems where the integrator’s role is eliminated or considerably reduced will continue to increase. How can integrators sustain their markets and stay profitable? A prospective business model might be to become a provider of VSaaS (‘cloud integrator’) in partnership with software platform vendors. Cloud-based surveillance Some VMS vendors offer software VSaaS platforms that form the basis for cloud-based surveillance systems. Using these solutions, a data centre operator, integrator, or telecom service provider can design a public VSaaS or VSaaS in a private cloud to service a large customer. The infrastructure can be built on any generic cloud platform or data centre, as well as resources owned by the provider or client. So, VSaaS providers have the choice between renting infrastructure from a public cloud service like Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud or using their own or clients’ computing infrastructure (virtual machines or physical servers). Gaining competitive advantage When integrators purchase commitment use contracts for several years, they can achieve significant savings As an example, a telecom carrier could deploy VSaaS on their own infrastructure to expand their service offering for clients, gaining a competitive advantage and enhancing profits per user. Using a public cloud, a smaller integrator can host the computing infrastructure immediately, without incurring up-front costs and with no need to maintain the system. These cloud services provide scalability, security, and reliability with zero initial investment. When integrators purchase commitment use contracts for several years, they can achieve significant savings. Next, let’s examine VSaaS options available in the market from an end-users point of view. With hosted (or cloud-first, or true-cloud) VSaaS solutions, all the video feeds are transmitted directly from cameras to the cloud. Optionally, video can be buffered to SD cards installed on cameras to prevent data losses in case of Internet connection failures. Dedicated hardware bridges There are many providers of such services that offer their own brand cameras. Connecting these devices to the cloud should only take a few clicks. Firmware updates are usually centralised, so users don’t have to worry about security breaches. Service providers may offer dedicated hardware bridges for buffering video footage and secure connections to the cloud for their branded and third-party cameras. Service providers may offer dedicated hardware bridges for buffering video footage Typical bridges are inexpensive, basic NVRs that receive video feeds from cameras, record on HDD, and send video streams to the cloud. The most feature-rich bridges include those with video analytics, data encryption, etc. Introducing a bridge or NVR makes the system hybrid, with videos stored both locally and in the cloud. At the other end of the spectrum relative to hosted VSaaS, there are cloud-managed systems. Video management software In this case, video is stored on-site on DVRs, NVRs, video management software servers, or even locally on cameras, with an option of storing short portions of footage (like alarm videos) in the cloud for quick access. A cloud service can be used for remote viewing live video feeds and recorded footage, as well as for system configuration and health monitoring. Cloud management services often come bundled with security cameras, NVRs, and video management software, whereas other VSaaS generally require subscriptions. Keep in mind that the system, in this case, remains on-premises, and the advantages of the cloud are limited to remote monitoring and configuring. It’s a good choice for businesses that are spread across several locations or branches, especially if they have systems in place at each site. On-site infrastructure All that needs to be changed is the NVRs or VMS with a cloud-compatible model or version All locations and devices can be remotely monitored using the cloud while keeping most of the existing on-site infrastructure. All that needs to be changed is the NVRs or VMS with a cloud-compatible model or version. Other methods are more costly and/or require more resources to implement. Hosted VSaaS helps leverage the cloud for the highest number of benefits in terms of cost and technological advantages. In this case, the on-site infrastructure consists of only IP cameras and network equipment. This reduces maintenance costs substantially and also sets the foundation for another advantage of VSaaS: extreme and rapid scalability. At the same time, the outgoing connection at each site is critical for hosted VSaaS. Video quality and the number of cameras directly depend on bandwidth. Broadband-connected locations Because the system does not work offline, a stable connection is required to stream videos. In addition, cloud storage can be expensive when many cameras are involved, or when video archives are retained for an extended period. The hosted VSaaS is a great choice for a small broadband-connected location The hosted VSaaS is a great choice for small broadband-connected locations and is also the most efficient way to centralise video surveillance for multiple sites of the same type, provided they do not have a legacy system. Since it is easy to implement and maintain, this cloud technology is especially popular in countries with high labour costs. Using different software and hardware platforms, integrators can implement various types of VSaaS solutions. Quick remote access For those who adhere to the classic on-premises approach, adding a cloud-based monitoring service can grow their value proposition for clients with out-of-the-box capabilities of quick remote access to multiple widely dispersed sites and devices. For small true-cloud setups, there is a possibility to rent a virtual machine and storage capacity in a public cloud (such as Amazon, Google, or Microsoft) and deploy the cloud-based VMS server that can handle dozens of cameras. In terms of features, such a system may include anything from plain video monitoring via a web interface to GPU-accelerated AI video analytics and smart search in recorded footage, depending on the particular software platform. Optimising internet connection Hybrid VSaaS is the most flexible approach that enables tailoring the system to the users’ needs High-scale installations, such as VSaaS for public use or large private systems for major clients, involve multiple parts like a virtual VMS server cluster, web portal, report subsystem, etc. Such systems can also utilise either own or rented infrastructure. Some vendors offer software for complex installations of this kind, though there are not as many options as for cloud-managed systems. Finally, hybrid VSaaS is the most flexible approach that enables tailoring the system to the users’ unique needs while optimising internet connection bandwidth, cloud storage costs, and infrastructure complexity. It’s high time for integrators to gain experience, choose the right hardware and software, and explore different ways of building systems that will suit evolving customer demands in the future.

The coronavirus pandemic has brought about an unprecedented crisis for businesses and individuals. It has also created a new normal, notwithstanding the disruption to our lives, ultimately changing life as we knew it. However, our resilience as humans will ensure that we survive and become better, stronger, and more determined than ever before. As I mentioned, both businesses and individuals have struggled significantly to balance the need for safety versus survival. But at AxxonSoft, we remain committed to keeping our people safe, while ensuring that our support and commitment to our clients are not compromised. Ensuring business continuity At AxxonSoft, our vision has always been to ensure business continuity through enhanced safety and video surveillance offerings. Adhering to the COVID-19 regulations, we are prescribing to social distancing to slow the spread of the virus. As such, we are utilising this time to ensure that our service offering is optimised to afford our clients the ability to repurpose and extend their remote working viabilities. As an essential service provider, we have ensured that we are providing the right tools to our clients to comply with regulations. Our video analytics and face recognition services have no reliance on on-site control rooms and, therefore, clients’ security solutions and personal safety are not compromised. Innovation reimagined During these precarious times, our focus remains on support and service. Our development team continues to work tirelessly to ensure that you can use our software during the lockdown and have accelerated innovation to this end. While we must maintain social distancing, we can and will still be of service to our community Therefore, we are proud to present version 4.11 of the Intellect PSIM, which offers our clients a neural network-based analytical tracker which recognises specific types of objects, such as humans and vehicles. We have also equipped this version with video wall management interface, automatic object tracking and a web reporting subsystem. Behavioural analytics generates data by detecting specific postures, like crouching, shooting or any potentially dangerous scenario. Our surveillance software operates on a three-pronged approach: calibration, detection and measurement, offering a comprehensive bird’s-eye view to clients. This upgrade also upholds mandated social distancing measures and keeps any face-to-face meetings to a minimal. The silver lining is that you can even use this technology when the pandemic is over. Now that’s what I call experiencing the next with AxxonSoft! Finding solutions to the challenges Our specialist technology and frontline technical support staff will ensure that your business is protected during and post-lockdown. We will continue to ensure that we provide solutions to the new challenges that the coronavirus brings, ensuring that our clients can emerge stronger and more responsive to any changes in the future. Our surveillance software operates on a three-pronged approach: calibration, detection and measurement While we must maintain social distancing, we can and will still be of service to our community. After all, change is not just about technology but about mastering mindsets. The COVID-19 disaster has demanded that businesses embrace tech disruptions as early as possible and apply technology in imaginative ways to define the new world of work. Until next time, stay safe!

Video surveillance is commonly associated with security. But in most cases, it's used to record incidents and assist in investigations after the fact rather than prevent undesirable events. Artificial intelligence–powered video analytics is a highly promising trend that fundamentally changes the way things work. Extracting manageable data from a video stream can help recognise risky situations early on, minimising damage and, ideally, completely avoid emergencies. At the same time, AI significantly expands the areas of application of video surveillance beyond security systems. AI significantly expands the areas of application of video surveillance beyond security systems   However, the hype around this new, trendy technology prevents the potential user from choosing quality solutions in a wide variety of products. This often leads to over-expectation, followed by a complete let-down. Can AI-powered video analytics really be the key to a technological breakthrough in video surveillance? We'll take a look at what the technology can do, what it can't, and where it can go from here. Technological breakthrough or just another bubble? It's often said that the video management software (VMS) market is becoming increasingly commoditised and widely available. A lot of products with similar features (or, at least, similar promises from the manufacturer) make it hard to choose. As a result, vendor names and reputations are turning into one of their primary selling points. Manufacturers have two choices available: get wrapped up in a price war and rely on cutting expenses, or offer a product that's truly innovative and revolutionary. Manufacturers have two choices available: get wrapped up in a price war, or offer a product that's truly innovative and revolutionary VMS developers who choose the second route are gravitating towards creating products that use artificial intelligence based on neural networks and deep learning. Emerging two or three years ago, the AI video analytics market is experiencing a boom in growth. This new tech wave has stirred the still, stagnant backwaters of the VMS world and gave small, ambitious developers something to be optimistic about. It seems they now have a chance to emerge as market leaders in the next few years. However, the hype around this popular trend is raising reasonable concerns among experienced security industry professionals. These concerns come from clients looking for a solution to their problems, and from suppliers building a long-term development strategy. This largely resembles another tech bubble, like the one built up around pre-AI video analytics and burst when it became clear that the promises around it were pure marketing hype. However, there are factors that indicate that AI-powered video surveillance systems aren't another bubble. The three factors The first — and the main one — comes from systems already in place on customers' sites. They fulfill the same promises made during the previous bubble by hotheads in a rush to teach the computer to analyse events in real time using a classical algorithmic approach. The second is the fact that this new technology has seen investment from not only software and cloud startups, but also established VMS developers. Even giants like Intel, which has presented a full line of neural network accelerator hardware and a set of software tools that streamlines working with them, specifically in the field of computer vision. This new technology has seen investment from not only software and cloud startups, but also established VMS developers The third factor lies in artificial intelligence's abilities. AI plays chess, drives cars, and works wonders in many other fields. Why shouldn't it be applied to video monitoring and analysis? What AI can do Just what can artificial intelligence do in video surveillance systems at this stage of development? It can't quite analyse a sequence of events and understand the "logic" of what's happening in the cameras' field of view. At least not yet. But it's probable that AI will learn to do this in the next few years. But neural network analytics can already detect, classify, and track objects very well, providing high accuracy even in busy scenes.   Artificial intelligence can be used in the real world to: Detect smoke and flames for early fire warning at open areas (forest, open warehouse, parking lot, etc.) Distinguish people/vehicles from animals and other moving objects, e.g. to protect the perimeter of a nature park from poachers Distinguish a person in a helmet and protective clothing from a person without them to prevent accidents at a dangerous production facility or construction site Count objects of a specific type, e.g. cars in a parking lot, people in the sales floor, wares moving on a conveyor belt, etc. in non-security-related solutions Those are just a few examples. After training a neural network, it can tackle other, similar tasks, too. Generally, a neural network trained in specific conditions isn't replicable. In other words, it won't work as well under different conditions. On the other hand, developers have learned how to quickly train AI for the needs of a specific project. The most important requirement is having enough video footage. Somewhat apart from that is the use of neural networks in facial and automatic number-plate recognition. This is an example of reproducible neural networks (train once, deploy everywhere), which makes them more appealing commercially. If non-reproducible neural networks have only recently become economically feasible due to the rapid evolution of specialised hardware (aforementioned Intel's product, for example), then the use of AI in facial recognition and ANPR has been well established for a long time. The use of AI in facial recognition and ANPR has been well established for a long time Another kind of AI analytics that we'll explore is behaviour analytics. This function, probably more than any other, is bringing video surveillance systems closer to understanding what's happening on camera. Its potential is vast. How behaviour analytics works From a technical point of view, behaviour analytics combines artificial intelligence with a classic algorithmic approach. A neural network trained on a multitude of scenarios can determine the position of the bodies, heads, and limbs of humans in the camera's field of view. The algorithm outputs an array of data containing descriptions of their poses. Conditions can be set for data to detect a specific pose, such as raised hands, prostrated or crouching persons. Developers can use this to quickly create new detection tools to identify potentially dangerous behavior specified by a government or business client. There's no need for additional training of the neural network. How behaviour analytics can be deployed Someone crouched down next to an ATM could be a technician, CIT guard, or burglar. Bank security should be notified in any of the cases. A person in shooter position, together with a bank employee or cashier with their hands raised could indicate a robbery. The system can be configured to automatically send alerts with a surveillance snapshot to the police so they can assess the threat and take action if needed. It's vital that the police receive the alert, even if the employee is unable to activate the alarm. In many cases, attention should be directed to a prostrate individual. This could be somebody who needs immediate help, or it could be someone sleeping in an inappropriate public place, for example, a 24/7 ATM space. Behavioural analytics can also be used to ensure workplace safety. For example, tracking whether employees are holding the handrails when using the stairs at a manufacturing facility or a construction site. What now? Behaviour analytics can be deployed wherever your clients' imagination takes them. With this feature, practically any pose that indicates potentially dangerous behaviour can be detected. Timely response to an alarm helps avoid material damages or, in other situations, casualties. Practically any pose that indicates potentially dangerous behaviour can be detected An area of potential development for behaviour analytics is the ability to analyse a sequence of poses by the same person or a combination of poses and relative positions of several individuals. That will be the next level of evolution in AI's use in video surveillance: moving from "detecting" to "understanding" behaviour in real time. In its most basic form, this type of analytics can be deployed to detect deviations from the search procedure in correctional facilities when a person being inspected must assume a pre-defined sequence of poses. A more advanced form allows it to detect any kind of abnormal behaviour, such as a brawl breaking out in a public space. Ideally, behaviour analytics can predict dangerous situations based on nearly imperceptible cues gleaned from collected statistics and a Big Data analysis. At the moment, this sounds like pure fantasy, but what seemed like whimsy not too long ago is now a reality with AI. It's already beaten humans in chess and the game of Go (Weiqi). Will artificial intelligence be able to outplay humans at charades one day? It's entirely possible that we'll soon see for ourselves.