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Axis Communications insight on how surveillance cameras can help save birds

Did one know that budgies are the only birds that can catch the urge to yawn from watching other budgies do it? Or that wrens and robins are known to nest in strange places, including hanging baskets or even a pocket in washing that’s left outside to dry? Birds are fascinating but often hard to observe. Which is where surveillance cameras can help. While these cameras are usually connected with the protection of people and premises – they can also be of use in less typical fields. O...

PSA adds Johnson Controls’ Tyco Cloud services to the Managed Security Service Provider Program (MSSP)

PSA, the consortium of professional systems integrators, announces the addition of Tyco Cloud to its Managed Security Service Provider Program (MSSP). Tyco Cloud is a cloud-based physical security management suite from Johnson Controls developed for video surveillance, access control, intelligence, and integration services on an open and modern micro services architecture. “Tyco Cloud has more than 20 years of experience providing cloud-based security services,” said Tim Brooks, PSA...

Milestone Systems opens up a new regional headquarters in Dubai Media City for business expansion

The fast-paced growth of Milestone Systems has resulted in a new regional headquarters in Dubai Media City. The move means double the office space for employees. The premises include a state-of-the-art Experience Centre equipped with new technology capable of simulating and demonstrating a wide range of innovative solutions. This includes solutions for mitigating the COVID-19 pandemic using physical distancing, heatmapping, people counting, and temperature measurement. Video management technol...

Security Industry Association announces its opposition to bicameral Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act

The Security Industry Association (SIA), the trade association representing security solutions providers, announced its strong opposition to the introduced bicameral Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act. The bill would impose a blanket ban on most federal use of nearly all biometric and related image analytics technologies, incorrectly labelling all such technologies as surveillance regardless of application, while forcing essentially all state and local governments to do...

Abloy UK set to host Keyvolution virtual exhibition featuring access control for the built environment

Abloy UK has unveiled plans to hold its first ever virtual exhibition, Keyvolution, which will take place online on 8 July. With many exhibitions being postponed or cancelled in 2020, this initiative has been organised to meet the demand for online advice and information on security. It also aims to help visitors resolve current security issues and plan for future needs to ensure their building’s occupants and assets remain safe and secure. The digital event will showcase innovative new p...

Hanwha Techwin America announces 4K AI Cameras with deep learning analytics

Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of IP and analogue video surveillance solutions, announced a line of 4K AI cameras. Part of the Wisenet P series, the new AI-based cameras capture pristine images at up to 4K resolution while including powerful, in-camera deep learning algorithms for advanced object detection, classification and error-free analytics. Utilising object recognition versus motion detection all but eliminates false alarms while also providing valuable business and operations...

Salient Systems states healthcare facilities use video management solution and door access control for added security

A healthcare facility or hospital is unlike any other organisation. It’s generally open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is expensive equipment in many areas, patient records and confidentiality that needs constant protection, in addition to parking facilities and door access control needs and medicines that need to be kept secure. Hospital and healthcare settings use video surveillance in many ways, as the security needs of these institutions reflect the life-or-dea...

Plain Concepts selects Pluralsight to support its tech skill development programme to deliver digital solutions for customers

Pluralsight, Inc., the enterprise technology skills and engineering management platform announced that Plain Concepts has selected Pluralsight as its strategic partner to support its technology skills development programme. Customised digital solutions With a presence in the USA, UAE, UK, Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands, Plain Concepts was born to develop and facilitate companies of all industries with the adoption of new technologies aimed at improving their productivity and processes. W...

CloudSense appoints Jonathan English as Chief Executive Officer

CloudSense, the Commerce and Subscriber Management platform announced the appointment of Jonathan English, a distinguished executive with proven experience accelerating go-to-market efforts at high-growth software businesses, as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. SaaS Rob Amen, a Managing Director at Vector Capital and a member of CloudSense’s board of directors, said, “Jonathan is a seasoned technology executive with a track record of expanding market share in high-g...

Axis Communications organises a new virtual event to provide IT and security solutions related information

The Axis Talk 2020 – first online conference in Eastern Europe will take place on June 25, 2020, in four languages ​​- English, Czech, Polish and Russian. The full-day program will offer, among other sessions, a keynote from Martin Green, and the inventor of the first IP-camera and the co-founder of Axis Communications or other international experts. Axis Communications' is introducing a new event format for the whole Eastern Europe – digital conference broadcasted online, which wil...

CCTV Logbook portal for entering CCTV system information announces free trial for 30 days

CCTV Logbook helps business owners and managers, Heads of Security, IT managers, HR managers and data controllers. CCTV Logbook is offering a 30-day free trial so users can test it out and understand how it can help them. Signing up for the free trial could be done at the CCTV Logbook website. One is needed to complete the free trial sign up form, once the verification email has been received and the account has been activated, users can login. When users are logged into the portal, they will f...

Videotec shares their understanding of the developments in cyber-sustainable video surveillance industry

Cyber security is a trending topic in the video surveillance market. As a result of international regulations, companies are assessing the potential security risks of video surveillance systems, deploying crisis management policies and developing mitigation plans for events related to a data breach. Customers desire trustworthy products and vendors are rushing to fill this gap to satisfy the market demand. Multiple vendors are offering a great number of solutions; however the choice and diversi...

Genetec’s focus on unified platform, cyber-security and privacy cited as core to its recognition as top global video surveillance software firm

According to latest research from its video surveillance and analytics intelligence service, Omdia (Informa), Genetec Inc. (‘Genetec’), a global technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, continues to build its position as the world’s major developer of video surveillance software with a widening share of the global market. Overall, Genetec grew at three times the pace of the global video surveillance solutions mark...

Videonetics announces appointment of David Wedel as Manufacturer’s Representative in the United States of America

Videonetics, the globally renowned Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Deep Learning (DL) powered Unified Video Computing Platform development firm, has announced the appointment of David Wedel of Vanter LLC as the company’s Manufacturer’s Representative in the United States of America. In his new role as Manufacturer’s Rep. in the US, Mr. Wedel will be instrumental in expanding business along with fostering company’s network of system integrators and channel partners, th...

ADI Global launches a new website to enhance online shopping experience for the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products, announces it has launched new websites in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico to deliver an enhanced online shopping experience at ADI. The redesigned sites feature a simple user interface and improved navigation to make online browsing and purchasing seamless for dealers. ADI’s websites and e-commerce platform, known as the Digital Branch, gives customers access to the full range of products and servi...

Abloy introduces Incedo Business cloud-based system of access control

Incedo is an access control system that can adapt to a business’ individual security needs. Businesses can benefit from one system that links all security solutions a building may have and integrate them into one easy to manage system. Building security Access control regulates how people can enter and exit a building and can offer insights into the movements of staff and contractors. Incedo includes a personalised interface that combines hardware with a cloud-based system offers a high...

Genetec customers use Mission Control decision support system to screen employees and visitors

As hospitals, manufacturing establishments, large retail stores, and public-facing businesses strive to put in place health screening measures to minimise the risks of outbreaks, they often have to rely on manual processes that are time-consuming and error-prone. To address the challenge, Genetec Inc., a renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions is working with customers on new ways of using Genetec Mission Control, the deci...

Videotec cameras receive the BIS and the CcoE/PESO certifications for the Indian market

Videotec is strongly focused on the Indian market and the needs of their customers. For this reason, Videotec is pleased to announce that they have obtained the BIS and the CcoE/PESO certificates for the most requested products in the Indian video surveillance market. The BIS certificate, issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), is mandatory for certain IT products which are imported in India and provides a guarantee of quality, safety and reliability to the customers. Potentially explo...

UVeye names two executives to lead its North American Operations Group

UVeye, an Israeli supplier of contact-free vehicle-inspection systems, has named two executives to head its North American management team for the launch of cost-saving products designed for car dealers, used-car auction houses, and major vehicle fleets. New appointments Glenn Hemminger joins UVeye as Managing Director of North American Operations, and Bob Rich will be the North American Sales Director. The company recently announced plans to establish new offices in Ohio and New York and expe...

Videotec ULISSE2 and SONY SNC-VB770 integrated solution provides colour images in dark lightings

Videotec has always been committed to researching and developing optimum solutions for outdoor surveillance and protection of critical infrastructures and other complex environments. The company proposes a new integrated solution that responds to issues relating to the monitoring of poorly illuminated large perimeter areas, as it is in the airport external zones. The combined system consists of the ULISSE2 IP PTZ with the SONY SNC-VB770 ultra-high sensitivity IP camera with Full Frame 35mm CMOS...

Videonetics achieves Capability Maturity Model Integration appraisal after rigorous evaluation

Videonetics, a globally renowned AI & DL powered Unified Video Computing Platform development company, is officially certified as ISO/IEC 27001:2013 compliant and successfully appraised at Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Level 3, after a rigorous evaluation. ISO 27001:2013 Certification Achieving ISO 27001:2013 certification affirms Videonetics’s capability to handle their customers as well as own data with confidentiality and integrity, in accordance with the highest sta...

Hanwha Techwin introduces Face Mask Detection application to support the businesses reopening during COVID-19

Coinciding with the recent launch of the Occupancy Monitoring application designed to help implement social distancing rules, Hanwha Techwin has also introduced a Face Mask Detection application which will further help businesses operate in a COVID-19 affected world. Wearing a mask is believed to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and has already been adopted as a safety measure in many workplaces. However, the availability of the Face Mask Detection application could not come at a better time with...

RealNetworks Inc. announces SAFR® Inside app component of Facial Recognition and Computer Vision Platform

SAFR from RealNetworks, Inc., announced SAFR® Inside, a new app component of its Facial Recognition and Computer Vision Platform that runs on ACAP enabled cameras with edge processing capabilities. SAFR Inside reduces network traffic and server overhead and thus lowers overall deployment costs. The first version of SAFR Inside runs on the new AXIS Q1615 Mk III Network Camera announced. Facial recognition and mask detection SAFR Inside enables network cameras like the AXIS Q1615 Mk III to...

Axis Communications announces new fixed box cameras with premium performance and processing for city surveillance

Axis Communications announces new additions to Axis Q16 Network Camera Series. These top-of-the-line CS mount cameras offer exceptional image quality in any light conditions. They feature an innovative dual chipset providing the perfect platform for tailor-made third-party analytics based on deep learning on the edge. Features and functions Featuring Axis Lightfinder 2.0 and Axis Forensic WDR, these cameras deliver true colours and great detail in challenging light or near darkness. Axis Q1615...

HENSOLDT acknowledges the German Bundestag's decision to develop Eurofighter AESA radar and MKS 180 warships

Globally renowned sensor systems supplier, HENSOLDT has welcomed the decision by the German Bundestag to develop the new AESA (Active Electronic Scanning Array) radar for the entire German Eurofighter fleet as a positive signal for Germany as a technology base and for successful European cooperation in the defence sector. "With this decision, Germany is taking on a pioneering role in the field of key technology for the Eurofighter for the first time," said HENSOLDT Chief Executive Officer (CEO)...

Yeastar integrates with Microsoft Teams to deliver an exceptional calling experience to Teams users

Yeastar, the provider of the SME PBX system announced that its S-Series VoIP PBX, Cloud PBX, and K2 IP-PBX can now fully integrate with Microsoft Teams collaboration hub in Office 365. The integration makes Teams users regular extensions on Yeastar PBX System so that they can make and receive internal and external calls directly on the Teams App while enjoying a variety of advanced calling features. VoIP integration system Yeastar for Microsoft Teams integration solution offers...

Connected Technologies and Digital Watchdog unveil new software integrations to help dealers and customers

Connected Technologies LLC, provider of a powerful cloud-hosted security management platform and Digital Watchdog (DW™), the provider of digital recorders, surveillance cameras and video management software have unveiled new integrations between DW Spectrum and Connect ONE that provide deeper reporting and management controls for dealers and their customers. Connect ONE and DW Spectrum integrate natively through software to receive or trigger notifications or events without system configu...

GeoVision launches GV-VMS 18.1 software to provide a smart security surveillance system

Having featured some of Taiwan’s first face recognition cameras, GeoVision, a provider of professional-grade video management systems and integrated security solutions, now goes another step further. The newest GV-VMS 18.1 extends the capabilities of its face recognition devices across one's everyday cameras to present a unified, smart security surveillance system. With a suitability to all types of cameras, even including the cameras of one's mobile phones, security managers using GV-VMS...

Qognify announces Cayuga R15 video management system to faster identify, locate and evaluate an event

Qognify - the trusted advisor and technology solution provider for physical security and enterprise incident management - announced the launch of Cayuga R15. The new release of Qognify’s video management system (VMS) for multi-site corporate and enterprise projects focuses on enhanced usability and connectivity, improved maintainability and intelligent analytics. Help security personnel One of the main goals while developing Cayuga R15 was to help security personnel quickly identify, loc...

Ultimate Visual Solutions sees increase in quotations and detailed system proposals during COVID-19

Video wall and visual display providers Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) has seen a 10 per cent rise in the official quotations and detailed system proposals it has been asked to supply, despite the coronavirus lockdown. UVS Managing Director Steve Murphy said the increase, compared to the same period in 2019, was as a direct result of the full suite of remote access and online demonstration services which it launched at the start of the COVID-19 outbreak. UVS remote demonstration facility He...