In what seems like the blink of an eye, security cameras have evolved into smart sensors. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI) and video analytics, cameras can now spot security threats on their own, without someone always watching the video feeds, and improve how everything from safety risks to customer experiences are monitored. This broader use of video intelligence …
i-PRO Brand Immersion Reinforces Company’s Edge AI Focus
Editor’s Note: This article features firsthand reporting from SSI’s Dan Ferrisi following a trip to visit i-PRO in Japan and learn about its focus on secure edge AI IoT technologies. Click here to read his one-on-one interview with i-PRO CEO Masato Nakao. Earlier this month, i-PRO, a specialist in edge computing cameras for security, safety and medical applications, convened a group of security …
RGB Spectrum V2100 Multiviewers Decode and Display Content on Single Monitor
ALAMEDA, Calif.—RGB Spectrum, a developer of mission-critical video solutions for real-time decision support, has announced the launch of its new Zio V2100 multiviewers. Designed to decode and display multiple IP sources on a single monitor, the V2100 offers a new solution for managing complex AV environments. The company states the V2100 multiviewers represent a significant advancement over traditional single-source decoders. With …
Hexagon Awarded U.S. Patents for Innovations That Make Communities Safer
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division recently announced the award of two patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for “technologies designed to improve incident management and emergency response.” Related: 3D LiDAR Technology: The Coming Paradigm Shift in Perimeter Security The newly patented solutions “extend access to security video footage and enable secure data sharing …
Campbell Police Department Secures Waiver for 24/7 Drone as First Responder Operations
CAMPBELL, Calif. — The Campbell Police Department recently received a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations as part of its Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program. Related: Axon Completes Acquisition of Dedrone This approval is the first of its kind to include nighttime operations and allows Campbell Police Department to …
Phoenix Area SOCC Operators Move Quickly to Respond to Late-Night Emergency
LOS ANGELES — Earlier this month, Elite Interactive Solutions‘ security operations command center (SOCC) operators took fast action after observing an unconscious individual overnight in the parking area of a Phoenix-area apartment complex. Related: SSI Industry Hall of Fame 2024: Aria Kozak, Elite Interactive Solutions CEO SOCC operators observed “two visibly concerned people” attempting to draw the attention of a …
Time is Running Out to Take the 2024 Campus Safety Video Surveillance Survey
Campus Safety is asking all higher education, healthcare, and K-12 school/district public safety and security executives to complete our 2024 Campus Safety Video Surveillance Survey. SSI’s sister publication conducts this study yearly to help campus protection professionals better understand and address their security camera issues. If you have hospital, university or K-12 school clients, please encourage them to take this survey. Why …
Evolon, UCC, COPS Monitoring Partner to Offer Proactive Monitoring
DALLAS—Evolon Technology, a developer of AI-driven security solutions, United Central Control (UCC), and COPS Monitoring (COPS), providers of professional video monitoring, have announced a partnership to sell proactive monitoring services. The companies will co-sell Evolon Insites Proactive Monitoring to offer a flexible suite of commercial video monitoring services. These services provide businesses and commercial enterprises with complete after-hours protection, and …
Milestone Systems Rolls Out R2 Update for XProtect VMS Platform
COPENHAGEN—Milestone Systems, a provider of open platform video management software (VMS), has announced the launch of its R2 update for 2024 to its XProtect platform. The European-based company says that its latest software release introduces its XProtect Remote Manager, a cloud-connected service that is designed to enhance the value of Milestone Systems‘ Care Plus subscriptions. The new R2 update also …
AI-Powered X-Series Cameras from i-PRO Deliver Long-Range Images
TOKYO—iPRO (formerly Panasonic Security), a global developer of professional security and public safety solutions, has announced a new line of High Zoom Bullet cameras called the X-Series that are designed to deliver long-range coverage with advanced edge AI capabilities. Equipped with powerful zoom and IR LED technologies, i-PRO says the new cameras offer precision for long-distance monitoring across various environments, …
AI-Based Risk Mitigation: The Next Advancement in Video Surveillance
AI-powered risk mitigation and threat detection technologies are becoming increasingly important components of a facility’s comprehensive safety strategy. Related: 3 Questions: Michael Peveler, Vice President of Sales, AtlasIED When overlaid with existing video surveillance systems, the threat detection software continually monitors live digital security camera feeds to detect threats in real-time, providing a constant shield of protection. These platforms don’t …
Verkada Develops New Alarm and Camera Solutions from Scratch
SAN MATEO, Calif.—Verkada, a developer of cloud-based physical security, has announced a reimagined Alarm solution that, unlike traditional systems, the company asserts, provides more informed alarm response, minimizes false alarms, and gives administrators more visibility and control across their sites. In addition to a new suite of hardware that Verkada redesigned from the ground up, the company says that its new …
First Alert VISTA H Series Launches at Resideo CONNECT 2024 Event
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.– Resideo Technologies, a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, safety and security, has announced the First Alert VISTA H Series, a full-service, scalable security system designed for residential and light-commercial security installations. Unveiled at its CONNECT 2024 Customer Event, the new VISTA H Series builds upon Resideo’s existing VISTA Platform and delivers a flexible solution …
Hanwha adds Multi-Sensor SolidEDGE PTZ Camera to its SolidEDGE Series of Products
TEANECK, N.J.–Hanwha Vision is expanding its SolidEDGE serverless camera system lineup with the introduction of its new Multi-sensor SolidEDGE, a 4-channel AI PTRZ multi-directional camera powered by the NVIDIA Jetson platform. The East Coast-based manufacturer explains that its new Multi-sensor SolidEDGE (model PNM-C32084RQZ-8XE4T-W) can record up to 16 camera streams with its embedded Wisenet WAVE VMS server and 4TB of …
Haivision Play ISR Delivers Low-Latency Video for Improved Situational Awareness
Haivision Systems Inc., a global provider of mission-critical, real-time video networking and visual collaboration solutions, has announced the general availability of Haivision Play ISR, a free desktop video player designed specifically for defense and ISR professionals. “Playback of low latency video alongside KLV metadata in a free, easy-to-use desktop application, empowers Play ISR users with the real-time situational awareness they …
Loyola, El Camino CC, UW and Illinois Upgrading Campus Security
Colleges across the nation continue to bolster campus security with a wide variety of measures, including video surveillance, dispatch, contract security officers, intrusion alarms, and even drones. Related: Campus Safety Now Accepting 2025 Director of the Year Nominations Through Dec. 11 Loyola University Maryland was recently awarded a $450,000 grant from the Maryland Higher Education Commission to improve security on the school’s Evergreen …
Triton ULTRA Integration with i-PRO America Proactively Protects Schools
HOUSTON—i-PRO Americas Inc., formerly Panasonic Security, a global developer of professional security solutions for security and public safety, has announced the integration of Triton ULTRA, a multi-function health, safety, and drug detection device, with its Video Insight VMS. This integration the company states, enables educational institutions to enhance campus safety through real-time environmental insights while ensuring full privacy compliance in …
Luminys Introduces 3 New Video Products to North American Market
IRVINE, Calif.—Luminys Systems Corp., a provider of smart, sustainable, and connected technology solutions, has announced the launch of three new products: LumiGuardian, a solar-powered video security camera trailer; LumiCenter, a video management system (VMS) software solution, and Cloud Managed Gigabit Layer 2 Switches, a smart network and power management solution. According to the company, the product launches mark a significant …
Zenitel Connect Pro Provides Critical Safety Communications
OSLO—Zenitel, a global developer of Unified Critical Communication solutions, has announced the launch its Zenitel Connect Pro, a critical communication solution that is designed to unify all types of audio communication solutions, helping to bring safety, security, operational, and infotainment communication under one platform. The Norwegian company explains that cybersecurity demands are fundamental to any security specification today and the …
The ASCII Group and Ring Collaborate to Expand Security Offerings for MSP Members
WASHINGTON, D.C. – North American managed services providers community The ASCII Group today announced a new collaboration with Ring. Related: ASCII Edge Boston: Insights to Consider As an additional benefit to Amazon Business’ Associated Accounts Program, this initiative provides ASCII members in the U.S. and Canada with access to Ring’s comprehensive product lineup, offering new revenue opportunities and enhanced value-added …