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AUSTIN, Texas—Eagle Eye Networks, a global developer of cloud video surveillance, has launched its latest in a suite of cabinet systems that it says empowers businesses to put high-performance AI-powered security cameras wherever they’re needed outdoors including remote locations without power or internet. Eagle Eye Networks explains that its Cabinet systems can be setup as a standalone solution or an …

NEW YORK — UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson “had no personal security detail” when he was fatally shot Wednesday morning, which “could prompt swift changes inside corporate boardrooms, especially as the global political environment grows more unstable,” according to a Bloomberg report. Related: Prosegur Among 2025’s Most ‘Inclusive and Equitable’ Private Security Companies Thompson, 50, was shot in the back and …

Welcome to an incredible exploration into the future of security systems! Our latest report unravels the momentous influence of AI and video analytics in streamlining security industry operations. This comprehensive study dives deep into how these technologies are transforming surveillance, enhancing proactive measures, and presenting new opportunities for recurring revenue. Key insights you’ll learn include: Mastering the vast information generated …

The continuing growth of artificial intelligence (AI) means there is exponentially more information available every day. But, if you don’t know what to do with the reams of information you access every time you generate a report, you won’t be able to use it to make more informed decisions. Related: Security Measures at the Intersection of Cloud and Artificial Intelligence …

LOS ANGELES — Remote video guarding company Elite Interactive Solutions, which uses proprietary intelligence and integration in its crime prevention efforts, has produced a five-part series of educational videos highlighting the power of remote guarding. Related: Elite Interactive Solutions Has Prevention-Focused Approach to Commercial Security Consisting of five segments ranging from four minutes to seven, the series is “designed to …

SAN JOSE, Calif.—Recognizing the growing demand from chain enterprises to boost operational efficiency through cloud security solutions, VIVOTEK, a global security solution provider, has announced a partnership between its AI-Powered cloud surveillance platform, VORTEX, and Kabob, a Taiwan startup providing one-stop cloud management solutions for retail stores. The company states the collaboration aims to support retail management, initially targeting the …

In the vibrant, competitive security market, many manufacturers tout their innovations as the best, most revolutionary or most game-changing. However, the true measure of a product’s success lies in its performance under real-world conditions, especially in the critical realm of safety and security. The ultimate challenge is to prove how effectively these devices meet the demands of security integrators and …

NEW YORK—Nanodems, a global provider of physical security information management (PSIM) solutions, is sharing the success of its participation in the ISC East 2024, which was held at the Javits Center in New York City back on Nov. 19–21. “Our time at ISC East 2024 was highly productive,” says Asli Citak, marketing manager at Nanodems. “The event gave us a …

SAN MATEO, Calif., and GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than four in 10 U.S. retail workers say they are likely to leave their current job in the next 12 months due to personal safety concerns, according to new research conducted by the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC) in partnership with Verkada. LPRC and Verkada’s State of Retail Safety Report “reveals the …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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-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 …