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SAN RAMON, Calif. – ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) will jointly host “The State of the Standards,” a webinar at 10-11 am E.T. Jan. 26 to discuss the current and future outlook and market impact of technology standards on the evolving security technology industry. Peter Boriskin, chair of …

COPPELL, Texas—IDIS, a global manufacturer of South Korean-made video technologies, has bolstered its range of video solutions with the launch of a new 8-channel DP-DE2108 HD encoder. Following through with its strategy of focusing on customer needs, the newly announced HD encoder from IDIS is said to digitize various brands of analog camera signals to provide high levels of HD …

LAS VEGAS—At CES 2023 Ring announced a range of new products, features and experiences for homeowners and dealers. Supporting its CES announcements Amazon’s Ring brand published an About Amazon CES blog post that summarizes the news and showcases the company’s vision for ambient intelligence inside and outside of the home. Highlights include: Ring Car Cam Ring Car Cam extends the power of Ring’s technology …

HOLLY HILL, Fla.—MetraAV is updating its company name to Ethereal as part of an effort to reconnect with its roots. The company explains that originally it was conceived as Ethereal Home Theater in 2001. Its parent company, Metra Electronics, has been in business for more than 75 years and it has extensive roots in the car audio connectivity industry and …

Particularly in light of pandemic, supply chain, inflation and labor challenges, most physical security practitioners are pleased if not relieved by how their business played out during 2022. However, the fact that most of those issues remain unresolved and there is increasing uncertainty where the economy is concerned has made the term cautiously optimistic more widely shared than perhaps ever …

Between the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain shortages, the security industry (and the whole world at large) has had a rough couple of years. Lingering supply issues aside, 2022 saw the industry return to something closer to normal thanks to the return of in-person events and increased interest in security technologies. If there’s anything to glean from the top stories …

MONTREAL — In a testament to the impact of unifying security systems, Genetec, a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has shared the experience of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). APD has chosen Genetec Security Center, Genetec Citigraf, and Genetec Clearance to enhance public safety in the most populated city in New Mexico. “Investing …

Looking back at 2022, it strikes many as a year that flew by super quickly. It’s a stark contrast to 2020, a year that seemingly stood still as if in suspended animation. And for many, 2021 served as a bridge between the two that led to a slow but steady road to recovery. The security industry was among those sectors …

AUSTIN, Texas — Salient Systems, a developer of open architecture video management systems, has announced that Granite School District, one of the largest school districts in the U.S., has selected the CompleteView Video Management Platform to deploy in more than 130 schools, administrative offices, and other facilities. Salient Systems points out the open video data platform will help the Salt …

TOKYO — i-PRO, a global leader in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, has shared its top five predictions for the physical security industry in 2023: 1. AI-based analytics become standard at the edge 2023 will see significant adoption of AI-based analytics in cameras and video management systems (VMS) as more manufacturers provide this feature within their standard …

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PEARL RIVER, N.Y. — Qognify, a provider of physical security and enterprise incident management software solutions, announces it is being acquired by Hexagon AB, a global leader in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. Hexagon acquires Qognify from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. Qognify was formed in 2015 when Battery Ventures acquired the physical security …

MONTREAL — Genetec a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations and business intelligence solutions, has shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2023. Labor Shortages Drive Demand for Unified Security Solutions In the Genetec 2022 State of Physical Security Report, 50% of respondents said their physical security team experienced human resource challenges last year. For …

IRVINE, Calif. — Arcules, a provider of unified, intelligent security-as-a-service solutions, has announced that its Cloud-based video platform interfaces with IMRON’s UnityIS access control platform. The combination of these two SaaS products supports automation, rapid workflows, and integrated data capture that enhances security, improves situational awareness, and enhances return on investment (ROI), according to the company. “Our overall focus is …

AUSTIN, Texas — Eagle Eye Networks, a global manufacturer of Cloud video surveillance products, has released its “2023 Trends in Video Surveillance” eBook, identifying five trends that will have the largest impact on businesses around the globe in 2023. Designed for business owners and security professionals, the report offers trend analysis and practical advice on ways to improve security posture …

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. – Security Sales & Integration is now accepting entries for the 9th Annual Most Valuable Product (MVP) Awards program. The purpose of the program is to illuminate how important products and technologies are to the success of security integration companies. The early-bird deadline is Jan. 6, 2023 while final call for entries is Feb. 13, 2023. Enter your product here. …

Like the great Mississippi River freely flowing for millions of years into the Gulf of Mexico, regardless of the impediment — be it pandemic, supply chain or inflation — innovation continues to march forward. That is particularly true for technology and the security industry, which time and time again has continued to demonstrate rarified resiliency. As the business world for …

CHELMSFORD, Mass. — Axis Communications recently unveiled its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) at The Offices @ MOA, which adjoins the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn., the largest mall in the US. Minneapolis is the fifth AEC that Axis has opened this year and its 15th location within the Americas following the opening of its Vancouver location in November. …

Let’s start with some good news: high resolution cameras are producing better and clearer video surveillance data. Because of this, and growing compliance requirements, businesses have more reasons to retain and find value in that data for the long-term. This sets up our initial equation. There are more cameras out there than ever before, and they’re a higher resolution, meaning …

DALLAS — Evolon Technology, a developer of proprietary software technology that takes security video and turns it into real-time actionable information, and ZeroEyes, creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announce a strategic partnership. The collaboration is said to marry the long-distance object detection capabilities of …