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Qognify delivers greater video flexibility and availability beyond the control room with Qognify VMS 7.4

Qognify, part of Hexagon, a provider of video and incident management solutions announced Qognify VMS 7.4. The latest version of its enterprise-class video management software (VMS) gives organisations greater operational flexibility and video availability, inside and outside the control room. Qognify Web Client A standout component of Qognify VMS 7.4 is the new Qognify Web Client. Built from the ground up, it leverages the latest streaming technology and places exceptional live viewing, play...

Seagate SkyHawk AI 24TB elevates edge security capacity and performance

Seagate® Technology Holdings plc, a pioneer in mass-data storage infrastructure solutions, launched the new Seagate® SkyHawk™ AI 24TB hard disk drive (HDD) for the video and imaging applications (VIA) market. Following the recent launch of the company’s capacity-pioneering Seagate® Exos™ X24 24TB conventional magnetic recording (CMR)-based hard drive, the new SkyHawk AI 24TB addresses the surging mass data needs of the edge security industry. Advanced video-optimi...

Regula presents the new portable two-in-one spectrometre-microscope Regula 5006

The Regula 5006 is another addition to the family of advanced forensic devices that Regula has been designing and manufacturing for over 30 years. A combination of a spectrometre and an electronic microscope, the new device significantly extends the forensic research capabilities for a great variety of objects, from multiple types of documents to various criminal evidence. Compact and portable, the Regula 5006 can be used both in fixed-site laboratories and in fieldwork. Regula 5006 As a spe...

Matrix Comsec Shone Bright at IFSEC 2023 by revealing state-of-the-art security and telecom solutions

With a three-decade history, Matrix has established itself as a renowned global entity in the fields of Telecom and Security. Catering to organisations of varying sizes, Matrix is widely recognised for its commitment to excellence, offering comprehensive solutions in Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance and Telecom. Designed to address the diverse communication and security requirements of businesses, Matrix remains a steadfast provider of advanced and all-encompassing enter...

360 Vision Technology partners with Veracity to support grassroots football

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has partnered with Veracity, the manufacturer of IP video surveillance products, display solutions and integrated security management software, to sponsor grassroots football in Scotland, by sponsoring an under 15s football team. As headline shirt sponsors for the 2023/2024 season, 360 Vision’s kit sponsorship will support Paisley Johnstone and District Youth Football League side, Castlemilk...

The importance of recruiting more women into security: G4S Security Solutions

Simon Martindill, Head of Marketing, G4S Secure Solutions (UK) outlines why there is a need for more women in security and what G4S is doing to make the security industry a more diverse and inclusive profession. Important in a multicultural society If they were to close their eyes and describe a security officer, would they be a man? With only around 11% of frontline security officers in the UK being women, it’s likely that most people would think of a man. However, G4S anticipates that...

ADT's top 5 security measures for dark winter nights

The longest night of 2023 is fast approaching, with Friday 22nd December marking the official start of winter. To maximise property security during the dark evenings, the experts at ADT have shared 5 of their best tips to help deter thieves. Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I comments, “Opportunistic thieves use darkness to their advantage, so it’s no surprise that the number of burglaries committed increases when the darker nights draw in. Our 2022 burglary report fou...

MOBOTIX releases the full version of the MOBOTIX Thermal Validation app to minimise false alarms

With its latest product launch, MOBOTIX AG delivers the full version of its in-house developed Thermal Validation App available. Reduces false alarms The award-winning app reduces false alarms to a minimum by detecting and filtering out non-critical heat sources like excavators or trucks in a monitored scene. The hot exhaust systems or body parts then no longer trigger false alarms.  The technology company is also expanding its MOBOTIX CLOUD video management system to offer solutions for...

Everon™ acquires Kentucky-based Newtech Systems

Everon, also known as ADT Commercia, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Newtech Systems, based out of Ashland, KY. This marks the first M&A activity for Everon since its establishment as a standalone organisation with GTCR’s acquisition in October and makes steps towards delivering on the company’s objectives for growth and geographic expansion. Capabilities, people, and service &ldquo...

Genetec announces new version of Security Centre

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced a new version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Centre. With a shift toward a continuous delivery approach, this version marks a new era in the way customers can stay up to date with the platform's latest features and updates. Continuous delivery model "The fast-changing security landscape is driving a requirement for rapid innovation,&r...

BAE Systems partners with Change Awards to promote career progression in change management

BAE Systems has partnered with Change Awards to help promote change management as a key discipline across all business areas and sectors, supporting career progression while recognising its vital role in delivering successful organisational change. The security firm’s new collaboration will allow them to not only celebrate practice in this important area of business but will also provide them with access to industry events such as Change Talks, helping them to gain both recognition themse...

IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH, IDS now also offers uEye XC autofocus camera with UVC protocol

As simple as a webcam, as reliable as an industrial camera Programmable or Plug&Play? Whether quality assurance, logistics tasks or kiosk systems: quickly available, optimally focused image information helps to make optimal decisions, avoid errors and speed up work processes. When it is necessary to refocus frequently, it seems most convenient to use webcams from the consumer sector. For industrial applications, however, not only ease of operation is required, but also robustness and l...

Climate change security hazards to increase by double-digits as companies urged to prepare, says G4S report

Businesses must prepare for a double-digit increase in climate change hazards that impact physical security in the next year and could threaten supply chains, people, and finances, according to G4S’s World Security Report. Almost two-fifths (38%) of companies surveyed expect it to impact their company in the next 12 months, an increase of 11% in 2022. The warning comes as the COP28 climate conference continues in the UAE.  Security-impacting hazard 1,775 Chief Security Officers (CS...

Quantum Myriad™ all-flash file and object solution generally available

Quantum Corporation, the pioneer in solutions for video and unstructured data, announces that Quantum Myriad™, an all-flash, scale-out file, and object storage software platform for the enterprise, is generally available for purchase. Cloud-native architecture First released to early-access customers in April 2023, Myriad has demonstrated in testing that it delivers deployment flexibility and consistent high performance for data-intensive workloads. This is in large part due to the mode...

Pimloc and ASEL partner to enhance visual data protection and video analytics for key industries

Pimloc, the pioneering AI video privacy and analytics company, and Argenbright Security Europe Limited (ASEL), Europe's pioneer in intelligence-led risk advisory and security solutions, announced a significant strategic partnership. As a result of this alliance, ASEL will incorporate Pimloc's Secure Redact into its suite of services, enabling its vast clientele in retail, hospitality, logistics, and manufacturing to benefit from enhanced visual data protection and automated redaction along...

360 Vision & Obsidian protect key national grid CNI site with predator radar cameras

Encompassing a vast Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) site with almost 10 miles of fenceline and borders facing open water, the task of protecting the site’s perimeter reliably, and detecting potential intrusion or other threats was the brief National Grid entrusted to Obsidian Security. Simon George, Obsidian’s Managing Director takes up the story: “Taking on National Grid’s challenging brief, Obsidian had a reputation to uphold at this hugely important location, w...

Parker Group and VuWall combine innovations to deliver training and simulation solutions at I/ITSEC 2023

Parker Group, a provider of integrated engineering services and technologies, will showcase the capabilities of its AV-over-IP capture, recording, and distribution platform, AVenue, combined with VuWall video wall control systems at the upcoming Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), held from Nov. 27 to Dec. 1, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. AVenue AV-over-IP platform At booth 465, Parker Group will demonstrate its AVenue AV-over-IP platform, highlighting i...

GJD to unveil new perimeter protection solutions at Intersec Dubai 2024

GJD, a global pioneer in the design, manufacture, and supply of perimeter protection and intruder detection solutions, is gearing up to unveil its latest innovations at Intersec Dubai 2024. Visitors can find GJD in hall S1, booth S1C43, alongside sister companies Future Fibre Technologies (FFT) and BQT Solutions, all proudly part of the Ava Risk Group. Intersec Dubai Intersec Dubai will take place at the impressive Dubai World Trade Centre from the 16th of January to the 18th of January 2024....

LenelS2 launches On The Safe Side program to address urgent need for more school security resources

LenelS2 joins forces with National PTA and actor & father - Chad Michael Murray to help inform and empower parents to take action. There is an urgent safety issue facing children today - school security. Nearly two out of five parents of school-aged children in the U.S. say they fear for their child’s safety. To help address this, LenelS2, a global company in advanced physical security solutions, has announced the launch of On The Safe Side - a program designed to empower families, sc...

Motorola Solutions expands mobile video portfolio with LTE-enabled body camera

Motorola Solutions unveiled the LTE-enabled V500 body camera, the newest addition to the company’s mobile video portfolio that brings critical real-time field intelligence to emergency response. V500 body camera The V500 body camera enables first responders to stream live video and location to the control room, giving incident managers a better understanding of events and helping them respond quickly and efficiently. After an incident has been resolved, the V500 also streamlines evident...

Security-Net welcomes Louis Boulgarides from Ollivier Managed Security

Security-Net, Inc., a network of pioneering security system integrators, is pleased to introduce its newest member, Louis Boulgarides from Ollivier Managed Security based in Los Angeles. This addition expands Security-Nets reach on the West Coast and brings its membership total up to 18 security integration company partners in North America.   33 years of experience Boulgarides brings to Security-Net a diverse and extensive career in the security industry. With more than 33 years of...

Suprema is selected as a ‘Top 50 Global Security Company’ for 13 consecutive years

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control and biometrics, has been selected in the '2023 Global Top 50 Security Company' announced by a pioneering global security media, A&S International for the 13th consecutive year. List of top 50 companies A&S International annually announces a list of the top 50 companies pioneering the market based on product sales and revenue. Suprema has ranked in the top 50 for 13 consecutive years since 2011.  Additionally, Suprema has been recognised...

Matrix revolutionises transportation surveillance with the launch of Matrix Ruggedized Series IP Cameras

Matrix, a pioneering company in security and telecommunications solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the Matrix Ruggedized Series IP Cameras, a ground-breaking advancement in the realm of transportation surveillance. Designed to cater to the unique needs of the transportation industry, these IP cameras are set to transform video surveillance of vehicles on the go. Video Surveillance is an integral tool for remote monitoring of sites, ensuring the safety and security of both human and m...

Agilitas and Solink partner to deliver smarter business security systems

Global channel services provider, Agilitas IT Solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership this week with Solink, a world-class business that provides trusted, cloud video surveillance systems. Driven by a shared commitment to safety and customer service, paired with Agilitas’ global footprint and Solink's best-in-class technology, the partnership will empower both organisations to serve a broader global customer base. Video surveillance systems This partnership comes at...

Optex opens new training centre in Madrid, Spain

OPTEX, the renowned global sensor manufacturer, has opened its new training centre in Madrid, to give its network of partners and customers first-hand experience of its complete portfolio of intelligent security solutions. The new facility, located in Madrid, will serve as a new base for OPTEX to better serve and support its partners throughout the Iberian Peninsula. In addition to meeting space, it boasts an innovation area which will be used for live and interactive in-person product demonstr...

RecFaces opens its first office in Delhi

RecFaces announces the long-awaited opening of their office in Delhi, India. The company is actively working on opening branches in different parts of the world to stay close to the customers, so Delhi is just the beginning of a big journey. The company reports that the new office will be equipped with a demo room where clients will have the opportunity to get acquainted with RecFaces products live.  Id-Gate and Id-Guard Visitors will be able to see the features of such solutio...

Wavestore dives in to capture new markets

Wavestore, a global provider of video management software and analytics for physical security, is poised for growth under new ownership by Sam Shalaby. Senior Vice President - Kim Loy leads operations for the Americas with offices in Ottawa, Ontario, and West Palm Beach, Fla., focusing on product development and innovation.  Expansion  The company aims to expand its user base by leveraging existing relationships and tapping into new markets. Kim Loy says the company has a solid...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) welcomes new President

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce Steve Butkovich, Chief Product Officer, CPI Security Systems, is its new President. He officially began his two-year term on Thursday, November 8th at the conclusion of TMA’s 2023 Annual Meeting in Maui, HI. Steve Butkovich recently served a two-year term as TMA Vice President serving on the TMA Board pioneering up to his presidency. He succeeds Morgan Hertel, Rapid Response Monitoring, Inc. Hertel will serve an additional two-y...

SharpEagle technology forges pioneering partnerships to integrate AI in Exproof and rugged CCTV, enhancing MHE safety cameras

In a groundbreaking move, SharpEagle Technology, a pioneer in innovative safety solutions, is thrilled to announce the signing of significant agreements with renowned partners to incorporate advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology across its expansive product range. This integration will encompass the company’s Exproof and Rugged CCTV camera systems, as well as its Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety cameras, heralding a new era of safety and efficiency in industrial oper...

Genetec shares guidance for retailers on protecting against organised retail crime this holiday season

The U.S. National Retail Foundation (NRF) reports that its members have once again cited organised retail crime (ORC) as one of the biggest threats to their business. Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared guidance with retailers on protecting their customers, staff, and business as they head into the holiday shopping season. According to NRF’s 2023 National Retail Security Survey, 67%...

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