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Game-changing security innovation by barox at CCTV User Group event

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard managed and unmanaged switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, will be showing their range of Ethernet switches and Device Management System (DMS) VMS integration at the CCTV User Group’s ‘Relentless - A Focus on The Future’ event, 22-24 April, Whittlebury Park Conference Centre.  Public Space Surveillance At the event, barox will be showing their support of Public Space Surveillance applications by demonstrating ease and depth of integration to 3rd party VMS control systems, via an unparalleled range of integration plugins; including those available for Genetec, Milestone, Advancis, and Geutebruck. With barox Ethernet switch integration, enhanced diagnostic data showing the status of cameras and switches enables the fast pinpointing of network or device issues, enabling faults and outages to be diagnosed remotely. For example, if a network camera fails to respond, barox switches can be used to select a device and send a re-boot command, saving invaluable device downtime.   barox DMS barox DMS tools include PoE monitoring, cable diagnostics, and remote switch traffic monitoring In addition, with barox’s integrated DMS, numerous helpful network monitoring functions allow the visualisation and analysis of all hardware and connectivity. barox DMS tools include PoE monitoring, cable diagnostics, and remote switch traffic monitoring where per port live data traffic is shown on a graphical chart, allowing the whole video network and all connected cameras to be analysed. This key capability stands barox apart from other network equipment manufacturers and has proved to be both valuable and ‘game-changing’ in the management of Public Safety CCTV networks.  System performance, management, and efficiencies “While having been established in the DACH region for over 25 years, barox is relatively new to the UK market,” says Sarah Moss, barox Sales Manager UK & Eire. Sarah Moss adds, “We are, therefore, delighted to be joining the established and highly reputed CCTV User Group Conference this year and are looking forward to demonstrating to group members how barox can optimise system performance, management, and efficiencies of video networks all while reducing costs, and health and safety risks.”  Innovative switch solutions Peter Webster, MSyI, Director, CCTV User Group & NASCAM commented, "The CCTV User Group is thrilled to welcome barox as an exhibitor at our upcoming event." He adds, "With their innovative switch solutions and commitment to advancing the industry, barox will add tremendous value, fostering collaboration and helping to shape the future of surveillance technology."  Relentless event Peter Webster continues, “At ‘Relentless - A Focus on The Future’, attendees will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the innovative range of barox managed and unmanaged industrial media converters, professional PoE video switches, and VMS integration plug-in solutions offered by barox." He states, "We believe that their presence at this event will inspire attendees to embrace the latest advancements in video transmission technology. Together, we are shaping the future of security, and with barox as a key partner, we are confident in our collective ability to drive positive change within the industry." 

Vicon partners with the CCTV User Group to elevate UK surveillance standards

Vicon Industries Ltd., a globally renowned provider of security solutions, is proud to announce its new partnership with the CCTV User Group, the national organisation for professional surveillance system managers in the UK. As a business partner, Vicon is joining the CCTV User Group on its mission to provide guidance and support to all public space surveillance CCTV operators in the UK. The CCTV User Group is a national organisation dedicated to providing relevant advice and guidance to all public space surveillance CCTV operators. They are also committed to influencing and shaping the UK CCTV discussion and the development of new standards, policies, and procedures. Vicon and CCTV User Group partnership "We are thrilled to be partnering with the CCTV User Group," said Guy Nixon, Managing Director of Vicon Industries EMEA, adding "Their mission to provide relevant advice and guidance to all surveillance system managers aligns perfectly with our own commitment to serving as a valued security technology partner. We look forward to working with the CCTV User Group and offering our expertise to help elevate the industry as a whole." As a business partner, Vicon will work alongside the CCTV User Group to shape the discussion around UK CCTV standards, policies, and procedures. In addition, Vicon will offer guidance and support to new and experienced CCTV operators alike, ensuring that they are operating their systems in a compliant, professional, and ethical manner. Advanced security solutions Vicon Security has over 55 years of industry experience and provides advanced security solutions Vicon Security has over 55 years of industry experience and provides advanced security solutions for a variety of verticals. Their solutions include the Roughneck AI IP camera series, Valerus Video Management software, and VAX Access Control. "I must say how pleased I am to have Vicon Security join us as a business partner," said Peter Webster, Director of the CCTV User Group, adding "During my 17 years at Slough CCTV Centre, we used Vicon products, and I always found them to be some of the best there is." Strong and professional relationship Peter Webster continues, “The CCTV User Group already works closely with many of the very best companies in the UK security industry, and this has been the case for over 25 years. Having Vicon join us further adds to this membership and we couldn’t be more pleased about it. We’re looking forward to developing a strong & professional relationship with Vicon; one of the security industry’s titans.” Vicon is committed to serving as a valued security technology partner, improving the lives of security professionals in every way they can. CCTV User Group is dedicated to providing the best possible guidance and support to surveillance system managers in the UK. Together, they will work to improve the quality of security solutions and services available in the UK, and maintain a high level of professionalism among the UK’s security personnel.

Oosto endorses the Australian Government's decision to delete pictures scraped from the net for facial recognition app

CEO Avi Golan: “As a vendor of AI based facial recognition products for private companies and government agencies it is important for me to emphasise - facial recognition apps should be provided with an empty database” Australia privacy regulator, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, has found that the scraping pictures and identities from social networks breached citizens’ privacy. “The covert collection of this kind of sensitive information is unreasonably intrusive and unfair,” said OAIC privacy commissioner Angelene Falk in a press statement. “It carries significant risk of harm to individuals, including vulnerable groups such as children and victims of crime.” Facial recognition products Oosto CEO Avi Golan: “Oosto endorses the Australian Government's decision. Scraping images of people from the web without their consent is, in our view, a serious violation of the right to privacy. As a vendor of AI based facial recognition products for private companies and government agencies it is important for me to emphasise - facial recognition apps should be provided with an empty database.” Oosto, formally Anyvision, enables enterprises to better protect their customers, guests and employees Oosto, formally Anyvision, enables enterprises to better protect their customers, guests and employees by identifying security and safety threats in real-time using Vision AI and facial recognition technology, without compromising on fair and ethical use. Organisations in the financial services, buildings, retail, health, sports and gaming are using Oosto’s visual AI platform to positively impact safety, productivity and customer experience. It's important to understand that they are alternative ethical approaches to facial recognition that do not require scraping images of people from social media, Google images, LinkedIn, Instagram, among others. Specific security needs Oosto's perspective is that biometrics should be deployed with empty databases, adequate safeguards for data and privacy need to be built into the technology, and improved operational due diligence needs to be adhered to. Oosto has employed safeguards including databases created from scratch by the customer organisation to meet their specific security needs, and the use of secure cryptography of any captured biometric data. Oosto points out that it also includes a ‘GDPR-mode’ which blurs the faces of people not appearing on the watchlist. In September the British Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner, Professor Fraser Sampson has approached the public to consult on revisions to the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice. Oosto has responded in an open letter entitled: ‘Facial Recognition Apps Should Be Provided to the Police with an Empty Database.’

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