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AUSTIN, Texas, BETHESDA, Md. — Cloud video surveillance provider Eagle Eye Networks and Cloud-based access control technology firm Brivo have announced one of the largest investments to date in Cloud physical security. SECOM Co. Ltd., one of the largest security integration companies in the world (Forbes Global 2000), has made a primary equity investment of $192 million in the two …

Multiple large orders for Vicon Industries‘ equipment helped drive revenues up 37% for parent company Cemtrex Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX, CETXP) during its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2023. Revenue for Q2 2023 increased to $16.1 million, compared to revenue of $11.7 million for Q2 2022. Cemtrex’s security segment revenues increased 47% to $9.9 million in as border protection vertical …

The residential technologies company Roku, Inc., has announced that it has expanded its smart home lineup to include home monitoring devices, adding to the existing selection of security cameras, video doorbells, lighting, plugs, and more. The company states the new Roku Home Monitoring System SE includes all of the components necessary to feel safe at home—two entry sensors, a motion …

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.—Hikvision, a global manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions, has added to its product lineup by announcing its new 5 MP AcuSense Fisheye Network Camera (Model DS-2CD3956G2-ISU). The company says this new camera delivers high quality images with efficient H.265+ video compression and employs its proprietary AcuSense technology, which is powered by deep learning algorithms …

Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), parent company of recognized security brands including American Dynamics, Software House, DSC, Tyco, Exacq, Visonic and Kantech, reported a 10% increase in its fiscal Q2 sales to $6.7 billion. Sales grew 13% organically. Net income from continuing operations was $133 million. Adjusted net income from continuing operations of $517 million was up 17% versus the …

Cemtrex Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX, CETXP) announced it has received a $1.1 million order through Vicon Industries from a current large border protection customer in Texas to develop its security technology system with new solutions, expanding on the customer’s $1.5 million order in January 2023. With Vicon’s software solution currently deployed at the site, the new order builds on the customer’s …

Axis Communications recently welcomed Karin Olofsdotter, the Swedish Ambassador to the United States, to its Greater Minneapolis Axis Experience Center (AEC). The visit, which included a tour of the AEC located at The Offices @ MOA and a discussion around Axis regional and national business activities, highlighted the company’s commitment to collaboration, transparency, and continued innovation. “Global collaboration is one of …

Auto dealers across the country facing the highest vehicle theft rates in history are turning to AI security technology to stop these escalating attacks before losses are incurred. Auto theft is rising and nationwide surpassed one million stolen vehicles for the first time since 2008, according to statistics released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) in March 2023. Parts …

Artificial Intelligence comes in many forms: it could be any synthetic being, from a robotic humanoid inside a warehouse to a virtual travel chatbot booking agent. The security industry, in particular, has seen an influx of innovation due to artificial intelligence. Video surveillance for commercial usage is critical for worker safety in workplaces like warehouses, municipalities, inside sporting stadiums, and …

TYSONS, Va. – Alarm.com has announced the acquisition of substantially all assets of Vintra, a software provider of AI-powered video analytics for the enterprise commercial market. Alarm.com acquires Vintra’s core intellectual property, its research scientists, software engineers, and technical services teams as part of the acquisition. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. Integrating Vintra’s software capabilities and its …

NEW YORK—viisights, Inc., a global developer of behavioral recognition video analytics, has announced the integration of viisights Wise with Genetec Security Center, enabling customers to benefit by adding behavioral recognition video analytics to their existing or new systems. viisights boasts that its behavioral recognition video analytics leverage investments in video systems by autonomously detecting and issuing real-time alerts on unsafe conditions and …

LONDON and SACRAMENTO, Calif.—Pimloc, a developer of AI video privacy and analytics solutions, has announced it has partnered with Rhombus, the Sacramento-based provider of enterprise cloud-managed video security systems. The partnership enables the integration of Pimloc’s API-based video redaction solution, Secure Redact, into Rhombus video management systems (VMS) to ensure all personally identifying information (PII) is removed from captured or …

In March I was at the ISC West show in Las Vegas and to say the show was a success would be an understatement. This year’s buzzword and products centered around AI, or artificial intelligence. By the end of the show, I was pretty sure that AI not only could be used in security applications but might also make you …

The ISC West Expo in Las Vegas has come and gone. The Expo was back to its pre-Covid days, with the first two days of the trade show being packed. It took me just short of an hour to pick up my credential to obtain admittance. More centered on security than fire protection systems, the ISC event was primarily focused …

PEARL RIVER, N.Y.—Qognify, a provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, has announced an upgrade program for customers of its video management system (VMS) Ocularis. Launching in May 2023, the program will provide a clear roadmap that will enable existing Ocularis customers to upgrade seamlessly to the flagship Qognify VMS. A next-generation management system, Qognify VMS combines the powerful …

MONTRÉAL – Genetec recently helped the Chicago Cubs’ security and technology departments undertake a massive upgrade to modernize security at the iconic Wrigley Field ballpark. Based on Genetec Security Center, Omnicast and Streamvault, the new solution extends security to neighboring venues, parking lots and the Chicago Cubs front office. The security modernization effort followed a multi-year restoration of the 100+ …

Artificial intelligence and machine learning have transformed the perimeter security landscape through the use of video analytics for intrusion detection. Highly-sensitive motion-based analytics, capable of detecting microscale movement at impressive ranges, have seen widespread adoption. However, that technology has its drawbacks. In this new download, “The Advantages of Virtual Barrier Video Analytics,” you’ll learn how new video analytics technology overcomes …

ATLANTA—Honeywell recently showcased key technologies from its security and fire and life safety product lines at the just completed 2023 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West) in Las Vegas. “The present and future of public safety relies on technology,” states Sameer Agrawal, vice president and general manager, Fire Americas, Honeywell. “With our latest fire and life safety innovations, we …

BIGGLESWADE, U.K.—AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and U.S., has introduced the AMG 150 series of PoE power injectors for PoE applications requiring up to 90 Watts of operating power. The British company explains the need for higher wattage PoE continues to drive innovation throughout the industry. The latest standard IEEE802.3bt has allowed for simple connectivity via CAT5e/CAT6 cable to …

COPPELL, Texas—IDIS unveiled its NDAA-compliant AI in the Box (DV-3200) at the recently completed ISC West 2023 show in Las Vegas. IDIS states the new preconfigured video analytics server gives large-scale users the ability to boost the efficiency of their surveillance operations and take a proactive approach to safety and security with highly accurate and in-house developed deep learning analytics. …