GREENVILLE, S.C. – Security installers across the United States have attended the Paxton Tech Tour during September and October, with more dates scheduled for the rest of 2024 and soon to come for 2025. Related: Newport Aquarium Replaces Traditional Locks and Keys With Paxton Access Control The Paxton Tech Tour is pitched is a free half-day commercial and technical experience that …
Election Security: How Integrators Can Keep Voters Safe When They Head to the Polls
Millions of Americans will head to their local polling place to cast their vote for the next president of the United States as well as their picks for several state and local offices and answering questions that could change how they live their everyday lives. The last thing on their minds should be election security. Related: Access Control: Security Integrators …
Protecting Student Privacy in the Age of Video Surveillance Monitoring at Schools
On April 7, U.S. House of Representatives member Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Senator Maria Cantwell released a draft of a bipartisan federal privacy bill, the American Privacy Rights Act of 2024, which protects, among other things, student privacy. Related: Artificial Intelligence and Video Analytics Survey: Help Us Understand the Market The proposed bill aims to “put people in control of …
ECAMSECURE Unveils Trio of Updated Mobile Surveillance Units
LONG BEACH, Calif.—ECAMSECURE, a GardaWorld company and a developer of adaptable access and surveillance security solutions, has unveiled a trio of new products for its technology-driven Mobile Surveillance Units (MSU) range. “Building on the proven success of our innovative Mobile Surveillance Unit (MSU) product range, our latest MSU technology and upgrades let customers across North America confidently manage complex scenarios …
Genetec Retains World Leader Position in Video Management Software, Analysts Say
MONTRÉAL — Unified security, public safety, operations and business intelligence solutions provider Genetec Inc. has been recognized as the world leader in video management software (VMS) by industry analysts Omdia and Novaira Insights. Related: How Physical Security Can Improve Campus Policy and Procedure Compliance According to Omdia’s 2024 Video Surveillance & Analytics Database Report, Genetec has retained its #1 global …
Rhombus Introduces R600 Multisensor Camera, E50 Environmental Sensor
SACRAMENTO, Calif.—Rhombus, a developer of cloud-managed physical security, has announced the availability of two new products to its lineup of security solutions: The R600 Multisensor Camera and the E50 Environmental Sensor. Rhomus says the two new products streamline operations, create safer environments, and offer scalable solutions for meeting the critical physical security requirements in industries including education, food and beverage, …
Synerion Acquires Qumulex, Expanding Security and Video Surveillance Capabilities
SOUTHLAKE, Texas – Cloud-based workforce management software provider Synerion USA Inc. recently announced the acquisition of cloud-based video surveillance and access control solutions platform Qumulex Inc. This strategic acquisition “strengthens Synerion’s portfolio, expanding its offerings into the growing security market,” according to the joint announcement. The integration of Qumulex’s capabilities “will enhance Synerion’s offerings in the B2B technology space,” the …
VIVOTEK and ProdataKey Announce Physical Security Strategic Integration Partnership
SAN JOSE, Calif. – IP security solution provider VIVOTEK has announced its integration partnership with Draper, Utah-based ProdataKey, in which VIVOTEK’s VORTEX cloud surveillance will integrate with PDK access control solution “to unlock a comprehensive view of physical security.” Related: VIVOTEK Launching ‘Make Tomorrow Easier, Today!’ Campaign During ISC West 2024 “PDK is a leading innovator of networked cloud-based access …
Artificial Intelligence and Video Analytics Survey: Help Us Understand the Market
Artificial intelligence is becoming more prominent in every aspect of life these days, including the security industry. Related: Why Security Needs an AI Device Category Now With customers wanting to know more information and understand the details of what’s being recorded on their video surveillance systems, AI can streamline the sometimes-strenuous task of searching for a particular segment of the …
New Iberia Police Department Uses State-of-the-Art Tech to Build Real-Time Crime Center
NEW IBERIA, La. — The New Iberia Police Department (NIPD) is enhancing public safety with a new, cutting-edge real-time crime center designed to provide a comprehensive view of citywide activities. Related: RGB Spectrum Releases “Better Ergonomics and Workflow for Emergency Communications Centers” eBook At the core of the RTCC is RGB Spectrum’s Zio W4000 video wall processor. The feature-rich Zio …
Ring Rebrands, Revamps Consumer Product Offerings
HAWTHORNE, Calif.—Amazon-owned home security device maker Ring is bringing 24/7 recording and four new subscription features to its lineup of home security cameras as the company rebrands its subscription plans from Ring Protect to Ring Home. According to Ring, one of its most highly requested features has been 24/7 recording, and it is now included in the Ring Home Premium plan. …
Snap One Bolsters Clare Platform; Improves UI
RALEIGH, N.C.—The ADI brand Snap One has launched its latest software update for Clare, introducing several features to help boost safety and improve the overall user experience. The updates include FusionPro enhancements, ClareOne Panel and ClareHome App upgrades, new drivers and integrations, plus greater visibility into systems, flexibility, and additional third-party integrations. Some of the dealer-friendly highlights to the FusionPro …
Liberty University Upgrading Its Security Cameras in Ongoing Multi-Phase Project
LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Office of Security and Public Safety (OSPS) at Liberty University has completed the first phase of a major expansion of its campus security camera video surveillance system. Related: School Shootings: Prevention, Response, Mitigation and Recovery Resources The upgrades include the installation of more than 1,000 new security cameras in high traffic outdoor areas, as well as at …
IDIS Features Latest Surveillance Solutions at GSX 2024
ORLANDO, Fla. —IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, recently participated in the GSX 2024 show with a strong presence. At the annual security trade show the company exhibited in booth #1917 where attendees saw its lineup of advanced surveillance solutions, including the scalable IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS …
March Networks Announces AI Smart Search at GSX 2024
ORLANDO—March Networks, a global developer of cloud-based intelligent video surveillance, has just unveiled its AI Smart Search at the 2024 Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 trade show in Orlando. The company states the new feature uses generative AI to help businesses search and analyze video data to allow them work smarter and faster to remotely identify and fix issues across …
VerkadaOne Debuts AI-Powered Alerts, Next-Gen Cameras, Intercoms and Door Readers
SAN MATEO, Calif. — Cloud-based physical security solutions provider Verkada unveiled a range of product enhancements that deliver greater visibility and control for enterprises during its second annual customer conference, VerkadaOne. Related: Verkada Raises $205M, Now Valued at $3.2B More than 1,600 IT and physical security leaders gathered in Denver over three days to connect and learn about new solutions …
Axis Communications Showcases New Tech, Recent Product Launches at GSX 2024
CHELMSFORD, Mass. – As part of the company’s ongoing efforts to “continue innovating to deliver the highest-quality product offerings for the fast-changing security industry,” Axis Communications is exhibiting its latest innovations at the 2024 Global Security Exchange (GSX). Amongst its newest offerings are the AXIS Q1971-E Thermal Camera, a halogen-free thermal camera which provides reliable detection and verification in all …
i-PRO Announces Latest Version of Active Guard Intelligent Search Application
TOKYO – Professional security and public safety solutions provider i-PRO Co., Ltd., recently announced the latest version of its Active Guard intelligent search application. Active Guard “ensures that the wealth of metadata describing the unique attributes of humans and vehicles captured by i-PRO cameras are seamlessly delivered to popular Video Management Systems (VMS) from Milestone, Genetec and others,” according to …
Escaped Bull Can’t Elude Thermal Drones After Fleeing Traveling Rodeo in Mass.
NORTH ATTLEBORO, Mass. — The last of eight bulls who escaped a rodeo in the parking lot of the Emerald Square Mall was finally wrangled more than 24 hours after the herd fled the scene and caused a social media frenzy on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 22, thanks to thermal drones that tracked its moves. Related: Artificial Intelligence Tops List of …
Maritime Security 2024: A Few Things Technology Integrators Need to Consider
This year has brought numerous new conflicts at sea, from Somali pirates to attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. These events show how important it is that security professionals in 2024 are prepared to help their clients navigate maritime emergencies, whatever they are. A crucial enabler of any security strategy is technology. Staying abreast of the latest devices …