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Hikvision introduces 4K UHD cameras with ColorVu and AcuSense technology

Hikvision has launched an expanded line of 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) cameras, with several models featuring the company’s ColorVu and AcuSense imaging technologies. The new 4K camera series reportedly delivers the next generation of high-performance imaging solutions to a wide range of users for mainstream applications. “Our new comprehensive portfolio of 4K cameras combines […]

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Eocortex puts Secure Logiq hardware to the test

Eocortex and Secure Logiq are coming together for a one-off online event to test exactly what kind of load modern surveillance systems can handle. Hosted as a free live webinar on December 14th, the two manufacturers will highlight how specialised surveillance servers handle different loads. The wider the network of video cameras and the more powerful

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NW Security launches report of video analytic adoption trends across England

NW Security Group has launched management report entitled ‘Video Analytics Adoption Trends UK Business Study’. The report brings together all results and analysis from a comprehensive, England-wide market research study of 152 medium and large sized firms running CCTV systems completed over the last six months. England is set for near doubling of most popular video

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Bosch equips new Chinese ‘Mega-Airport’ Chengdu Tianfu

Bosch has equipped the new Chinese mega-airport Chengdu Tianfu International with video security, a PA and voice alarm system, and a conferencing solution, ensuring safety and security for passengers and airport staff as well as enhancing comfort and ease-of-use for travellers. Chengdu Tianfu International, in Sichuan province, serves China’s quickly booming ‘garden’ megacity, an emerging

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IDIS announces new Intelligent Video Wall Station

Designed as a plug-in for the cost and license-free IDIS Centre VMS, the new IDIS Video Wall Station reportedly brings the benefits of video wall services to a wider market, including smaller and mid-sized customers. The new offering makes it easier for businesses to plan, design, configure, and use dynamic video walls. It lets them

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MOBOTIX releases new products for Intelligent Video Technology

MOBOTIX AG has announced that it is placing 18 new hardware and software solutions on the market at once. The first hemispherical camera that combines infrared and LED white light in a single system is a major highlight. In addition, there is a new convenient dome camera, hemispherical modules, and Thermal CIF modules specially designed

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Hikvision promotes three sales engineers to expert level

Hikvision has announced it has elevated three sales engineers to expert level based on dedication in the field. “Our team of sales engineers help to ensure that the specification, sales and implementation processes of Hikvision security solutions progresses quickly and smoothly for both integrators and their customers,” said John Xiao, Vice President Marketing, Hikvision USA.

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viisights showcases new behavioural video analytics at ISC East 2021

viisights will be showcasing their behavioural analytics with advanced video understanding technology at ISC East 2021 at the Jacob Javits Centre in New York, November 17-18, 2021. The solution is reportedly ideal for myriad security, health safety and business intelligence applications across a wide range of markets including smart cities, transportation, corporate and industrial campuses,

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360 Vision Technology announces tree planting scheme

360 Vision Technology has announced its support of UK-wide tree planting schemes, which will see trees being planted for every camera sold into the public sector. Specifically, for every Invictus camera sold, not one but three trees will be planted, and for every Predator camera sold, five new trees will be planted. The tree planting

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IDIS announces new Cloud Manager

The newly released IDIS Cloud Manager reportedly gives users enhanced control of their surveillance operations from any location, using their chosen web browser on mobile devices, laptops, and desktops for secure cloud access. Making it simple and safe to manage sites remotely, the IDIS Cloud Manager allows more flexible, centralised management of surveillance for every

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Alcatraz AI to showcase access control solutions at ISC East 2021

Alcatraz AI will showcase its product, the Rock, at ISC East (Booth 500), taking place at the Javits Center in New York City on November 17-18, 2021. ISC East 2021 features training on security and public safety best practices while highlighting the latest technologies related to the safety sector. Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous

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Hikvision launches DF8 Series DarkFighter IR

Hikvision has introduced the new DF8 Series of IR PTZ cameras, launching with three new models. The DF8 PTZ Camera reportedly offers a 1/1.2-inch sensor with 4K resolution and 42x optical zoom lens to enable wide area surveillance with crystal clear images, even in challenging lighting conditions. “We engineered the new DF8 Series DarkFighter cameras

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Hikvision launches 4MP Radar PTZ Camera

Hikvision has announced the Radar PTZ Camera, which reportedly combines advanced radar detection and a 4 MP high resolution network speed dome with long-range zoom capabilities. The Hikvision iDS-2SR8141IXS-AB Radar PTZ Camera operates 24/7 in virtually any weather or lighting condition with the ability to detect intrusion and line-crossing events. It is the ideal, high-performance,

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i-PRO EMEA announces transfer from Panasonic

Building on its Panasonic reputation, i-PRO EMEA has announced itself as a new global independent company, now headquartered in Amsterdam, as part of the Japan-based i-PRO global company network. As of October 1st, the new company will adopt the i-PRO brand as the standalone product identity from April 2022 onwards. Gerard Figols has been appointed

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Hanwha Techwin, Azena and KT Corp deliver video analytics solutions to Korean market

Hanwha Techwin and Azena have announced a collaboration with KT Corp to provide AI video analytics solutions to the Korean market. AI video analytics apps from Azena’s marketplace that run on Hanwha Techwin cameras will reportedly enable Korean cities, businesses, and organisations to leverage the latest AI technology for security, safety and beyond. A new

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PSA adds viisights to technology partner line up

PSA has announced the addition of viisights to its approved list of technology partners which will reportedly add behavioural recognition system for real-time video intelligence to the PSA offering. “PSA is excited to be able to offer such an in-depth and advanced AI service to our integrators,” said Chris Salazar-Mangrum, PSA’s vice president of technology

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Teledyne FLIR adds new products to perimeter security portfolio

Teledyne FLIR has announced the release of Elara R-Series Commercial Ground Security Radars and the Triton FH-Series Multispectral Fixed Cameras. A first for Teledyne FLIR, the Elara R-Series is the ideal commercial radar system for industrial commercial applications, increasing detection coverage, auto-tracking, dynamic mapping and position intelligence of intruders. Part of the Teledyne FLIR premium

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Hikvision introduces solar powered video surveillance system

Hikvision is launching a standalone mobile video surveillance system that combines solar power and cellular connectivity, ideal for remote location applications. Designed specifically for surveilling remote areas where power and Wi-Fi connectivity are scarce, the all-in-one ColorVu Solar Powered Security Camera is ideal for use on oil fields, farms, utility sites, remote infrastructure, as well

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Hanwha Techwin launches Wisenet Road AI – intelligent LPR solution

Hanwha Techwin has launched Wisenet Road AI, a powerful new line of Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras that feature Make, Model, and Colour Recognition (MMCR) to identify vehicles using AI technology. The cameras support real-time viewing, event monitoring, forensic search and a range of widgets and graphs that display daily/weekly/monthly traffic statistics. With multiple

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Dallmeier Panomera integrates with Milestone XProtect VMS

Dallmeier’s Panomera multifocal sensor cameras have completed a seamless integration in the Milestone XProtect video management software (VMS). The integration provides XProtect users with a range of entirely new capabilities for observing and monitoring large areas and vast spatial contexts. With Panomera, the images from up to seven detail sensors and one overview sensor are stitched within

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IDIS provides video protection solution for Canterbury Cathedral

IDIS end-to-end video is protecting a new, purpose-built visitor centre at Canterbury Cathedral, part of a £25 million renovation project transforming one of the UK’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The seven-year programme, preserving and safeguarding the fifteen-centuries-old masterpiece of English Gothic architecture – and mother church of the worldwide Anglican communion – includes

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UK government’s revised surveillance code receives backlash

The UK government has opened a consultation on revisions to the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice which was first issued back in 2013, under section 30 of Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. This revision is said to be a ‘significant step in the process of delivering the Government’s commitment to the further regulation of CCTV’

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TAKEX launches TXF-125DM Quad beam

TAKEX have announced the new launch of their next generation battery operated Quad beam, designed to be compatible with leading wireless systems, reducing the time and cost of permanent installations and allowing the use of Active Infrared Beams on rapid deployment temporary installations. Originally based on the PXB Professional Beam Series and then the TXF-125E,

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Security & Safety Things’ Application Store reaches 100 app milestone

Security and Safety Things (S&ST) now offers 100 unique video analytic applications in its Application Store. It now features 100 ready-to-use apps that offer video analytic solutions for retail, manufacturing and logistics, commercial office space, parking and stadium environments. The apps are designed to run on smart cameras using the S&ST open camera operating system

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Dallmeier’s Hemisphere supports Danish State Railways

Dallmeier’s Hemisphere software is working with Danish State Railways (“Danske Statsbaner”, DSB) in the Azure cloud, supporting more than 2,500 cameras. DSB operates the local passenger transport on nearly all the railway lines in Denmark. For the last 20 years DSB has used Dallmeier for video technology and the local company Scanview A/S for support

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Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corp of America to rebrand in 2022

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd., announces that it will be changing its company name to i-PRO Americas Inc. on April 1, 2022. “This is an exciting time for us, and the name change has always been a planned part of our journey. When we started in

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Hanwha Techwin adds PTZ cameras to Wisenet Q portfolio

Hanwha Techwin has announced the introduction of four new two-megapixel PTZs cameras to its Wisenet Q series. The cameras can be utilised both indoor and outdoor and feature the Focus Save function, which can be applied to 32 pre-defined areas, ensuring clarity when they are moved to a specific position. The new cameras added to

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Retail sector report reveals video security effectiveness in supporting ‘COVID Safety’

The new Retail Sector Video Security Trends Report 2021 from Ava Security finds that, despite the severe reduction of physical store-based sales over the last year, retail groups have continued to find new money for improving video security systems.  Existing CCTV and video monitoring systems are already working well to reduce retail shrinkage and are

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Panasonic i-PRO to attend this year’s Security Event, NEC Birmingham

This year’s Security Event at the NEC in Birmingham (7-9th September) will be attended by Panasonic i-PRO. As first time attendees, Panasonic will exhibiting a variety of innovative surveillance products and solutions that can perform in numerous industries and environments. The Security Event is known as the top commercial, enterprise and domestic security event with

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Spectra Logic and StorMagic partner up for video surveillance digital and evidence management

Spectra Logic has announced a partnership with StorMagic to deliver a complete end-to-end active archive for video surveillance and digital evidence management. The joint storage solution combines StorMagic’s ARQvault, the first active intelligent repository to manage and retrieve digital assets using powerful analytics, and Spectra Logic’s award-winning BlackPearl NAS system and enterprise-class tape libraries to protect large amounts of data

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Hikvision announcers ColorVu camera technology

Hikvision’s latest video surveillance camera feature is the ColorVu imaging technology offering. Available in PT (pan, tilt), turret and bullet indoor and outdoor configurations, Hikvision ColorVu cameras reportedly provide vivd, high resolution colour images in virtually any lighting condition, including zero-light environments, by incorporating a combination of high-performance imaging sensors, advanced lenses, a large iris

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ISC West to showcase contactless biometric access control advances

A leading theme at this year’s ISC West, 19-21 July in Las Vegas, is the advancements of biometric technology and how it can be utilised to its fullest potential. With the past year forcing us to reflect and change the way we think about access control, businesses have increasingly adopted contactless technology and are helping

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S&ST | Optimising processes and safety in manufacturing with smart AI-enabled cameras

In this article, Security & Safety of Things (S&ST) analyses new technology offered by smart cameras that can help alleviate manufacturing facilities that have been faced with new challenges of meeting customer needs, as global demand for produced goods increases. As global demand for produced goods continues to climb, manufacturing organisations are facing new challenges

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IDIS and Inner Range announce technology partnership

IDIS and Inner Range have announced a new technology partnership to meet the ever-growing demand for integrated security and site management solutions. The collaboration brings together IDIS’s end-to-end video offering with Inner Range’s access control and intruder detection system Integriti, providing end-users with control of their security, safety, and building systems from a single management

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Hanwha Techwin appoints new Head of Sales & Marketing

Hanwha Techwin has announced the appointment of Kichul (K.C.) Kim as the new Head of Global Sales & Marketing, who has reportedly played an instrumental role as the former Regional Director of Hanwha Techwin America (HTA). Kim started his career in the domestic and global sales division at Hanwha Corporation in 1995, before undertaking a

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Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions unveils i-PRO S-Series Network Cameras

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions has unveiled the new i-PRO S-series line of network cameras. The i-PRO S-series offers the AI processing found in the company’s premium products in a mid-range line of cameras. It comes with a built-in AI processor that transforms the camera into an edge-computing device to improve surveillance operations, and it also

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Thermal Radar | Advancing perimeter security

In this thought-leadership piece, Thermal Radar discusses the vital role that perimeter security plays in the industry, as well as the pivotal enhancements in video analytics and artificial intelligence. Perimeter security has come a long way in today’s world. It is no longer restricted to high-risk locations such as military and nuclear plants. In the

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IDIS confirms H.265 licenses for all hardware

IDIS has announced that it now has HVEC Advance and H.265 MPEG patent licenses for all its hardware, with licenses dating back to cover all installed systems. IDIS has made use of the H.265 standard since 2016 to underpin flexible monitoring solutions using dual codec (H.264/265) and hybrid codec, ensuring backward compatibility with older monitoring

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FLIR Systems | Taking control of the M300 series

While thermal cameras give mariners superior awareness on the water, thermal imaging alone does not capture important colour information from other vessels or navigation aids.  The M300 Series from FLIR allows safe marine navigation and situational awareness using stabilisation technology to high-performance visible, thermal, or multispectral imaging. In addition, the FLIR M300 Series cameras can

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Hanwha Techwin | AI-based WiseNRII changes the scene

Hanwha Techwin’s WiseNRII utilises AI object detection technology to identify object appearance/movements and remove motion blur adaptively in low light environments with large amounts of noise, ultimately resolving the issue of image blur and ghost effect caused by excessive noise reduction. https://bit.ly/3tqdneD​

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Hikvision announces promotion on AcuSense cameras

Hikvision is launching a limited time promotion on the company’s next generation of intelligent AcuSense PCI series cameras. AcuSense cameras can reportedly distinguish people and vehicles from other moving targets such as animals in real-time, improving detection accuracy while reducing costly false alarms. “Our next generation of AcuSense cameras deliver intelligent features and capabilities that

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Genetec protects Iceland’s financial services backbone

Reiknistofa bankanna (RB), an IT service provider for Icelandic financial institutions, has recently overhauled its security infrastructure with Genetec Security Center. Following a project from systems integrator Hafnes Ehf, RB is now using Genetec to manage its cameras, access control and video analytics through a single interface. RB is a provider of mission-critical IT systems

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Dallmeier introduces ‘SeMSy Compact’ video management software

The new SeMy Compact video management system from Dallmeier is the successor to the proven “SMAVIA Viewing Client”, and in conjunction with Dallmeier cameras and recording systems it delivers assistance systems for these tasks. With the completely redesigned “SmartFinder” function, users first define the area and timeframe for their search. Then they can filter by

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SOS Opinion | Creating an Open Marketplace, with Johan Jubbega of OSSA and Bosch Security Systems

Johan Jubbega, President at Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA) as well as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Bosch Security Systems, explains OSSA’s development and objectives as an open marketplace within the security sector.

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Idis and VMI extend remote monitoring capability

Buyers of video technology are focusing increasingly on business protocol enforcement applications, in addition to traditional security, say Idis America and virtual guarding and monitoring service partner Virtual Management Intelligence (VMI). The two companies are working together to deliver AI-supported remote surveillance services, including business operations monitoring, in sectors such as transportation, warehousing, cannabis production,

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Geutebrück unveils G-SIM X Panopticon

G-SIM X Panopticon, the latest release of Geutebrück’s management system, offers features designed for more rapid and cost-effective set-up, enhanced intuitive operation, and multi-site networking. The updated Management Console (ManCon) supports configuration via direct feedback as well as an embedded live plausibility check. Numerous administrators may work simultaneously on the parameterisation of a system. Likewise,

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Second App Challenge launched by Security & Safety Things

The second App Challenge from Security & Safety Things GmbH has just been announced to reportedly spur creative development in video analytic applications. On 26th April, participants will have the opportunity to submit app proposals that address specific security, safety and business optimisation use cases in the retail, transportation, stadiums and entertainment as well as

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Dallmeier to present new Panomera cameras and Hemisphere software platform

Dallmeier electronic will present its portfolio of new products and customer solutions at the Russian security trade fair Securika Moscow (Moscow, Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2) from 13-16 April 2021. With the patented ‘Panomera’ multifocal sensor technology, operators reportedly have the capability to capture large spatial relationships and to zoom in on suspicious incidents while the

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Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber

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Optex unveils Redscan Pro

Optex’ new Redscan Pro laser detection sensor features its longest range yet. According to the manufacturer, Redscan Pro can accurately detect intruders to a range of 50mx100m, without any ‘gaps’ or the detection reliability ‘fading’ with range. The company states that by creating rectangular as opposed to circular (fan-shaped) detection patterns, there are no unnecessary

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S&ST shows how smart cameras can help healthcare

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a critical tool in revolutionising critical disease treatments, as well as R&D methods, but it now is also transforming healthcare operations. Security & Safety Things (S&ST) offers a platform for smart cameras that enables the cameras to run a variety of different applications to perform different functions, much like a

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UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget

The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to £45 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard. The announcement came following

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Bosch launches first cameras based on Inteox open camera platform

Bosch has unveiled the first cameras based on its Inteox open camera platform. The platform’s debut comes with the MIC inteox 7100i. The new MIC inteox cameras share the same distinctive characteristics as the rest of the MIC camera family and can be classified as “Driven by OSSA”. In addition, the manufacturer has also launched

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Ipsotek and Atos partner with Emaar for 2021 Dubai New Year’s Eve celebration

Ipsotek provided analytics solutions to support the operations during 2021 New Year’s Eve celebration event in the UAE with Emaar at Downtown Dubai. Ipsotek’s VISuite AI system was selected and approved by Emaar to improve security, safety and operations at the most iconic business and hospitality hub in the world, as well as to provide

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What does the Verkada hack mean for video surveillance manufacturers?

It has been reported by Bloomberg that video surveillance manufacturer Verkada is the latest high-profile company to be the victim of hackers. Details of the hack and the companies affected have been widely covered in various reports, but what does this attack mean for the wider surveillance industry? And how should other manufacturers protect themselves

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UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner

Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK’s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use

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Bosch intrusion alarm solution protects Chinese terracotta warriors

The Mausoleum of Qin Shihuangdi in the city of Xi’an has been outfitted with a comprehensive intrusion alarm system from Bosch Building Technologies. The Unesco World Heritage Site is home to a 2,000-year-old army of clay statues, the world-famous Terracotta Warriors, guarding the tomb of China’s first emperor. Several hundred TriTech motion detectors are deployed

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Most businesses running CCTV systems want to improve them significantly, finds new study

A new England-wide study by IP video integrator NW Security completed in September, found that 97% of medium and large-sized businesses wanted to make significant improvements to their existing CCTV systems. Over a third (36%) of firms captured in this study wanted their CCTV systems to be integrated better with other security-related systems such as

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Covid-19 is increasing demand for CCTV for remote monitoring of operations

A new study of CCTV system managers commissioned by security technology company NW Security, found that nearly half (46 per cent) of medium and large-sized businesses across England, plan to use their CCTV systems to support remote management of processes and people in the workplace. The study also uncovered the fact that the primary reason

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Videosoft goes global and launches FireBird F-100

Videosoft is taking its range of adaptive low bandwidth video streaming products global and introducing the FireBird F-100 compact, low bitrate video recorder, encoder and transmitter. The Videosoft suite of video streaming products, including the brand-new FireBird F-100, reportedly deliver high quality, low latency live video over unreliable or congested networks, including 4G mobile and

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i-Pro highlights role of AI security systems in business intelligence

According to Panasonic i-Pro Sensing Solutions Corporation of America, the addition of intelligent analytics continues to drive a shift in emphasis from conventional surveillance and security monitoring operations to proactive predictive analysis and business intelligence applications that further leverage the versatility of i-Pro system solutions. “New AI solutions provide the means to leverage organisations’ current

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PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone

The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing. The PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required

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Kölner Seilbahn relies on Panomera

The Cologne Cable Car company, Kölner Seilbahn, is using Panomera camera technology from Dallmeier to ensure the safety of its carrying rope construction. The 930m-long aerial trip over the Rhine is enjoyed by over half a million passengers every year and the German manufacturer’s technology is being used to ensure that each of the 44

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Vemotion releases VB-26 ultra-compact multi-stream HD video encoder & recorder

Vemotion Interactive has released the VB-26, a highly compact, 4-channel HD video encoder and recorder. Delivering ultra-low latency, high-resolution live streaming HD video transmission over GPRS, 3G, 4GLTE, 5G, Wi-Fi and Satellite networks, the new VB-26 provides up to 4 simultaneous HD video (1920 x 1080) output streams, from one or more connected cameras. Measuring 47mm

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Global MSC Security to Host ‘Developing Smart Surveillance Operators’ event

The latest online event from Global MSC Security has been designed to help security managers understand how the latest video surveillance technology is enabling camera operators to improve how live incidents are managed. The free-to-attend live event will take place on Tuesday 16th March at 13:00 (GMT) and will include expert insight from Genetec, Hanwha

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Cop UK offers full Hikvision range

Cop UK is now stocking, supplying and supporting the entire range of products from Hikvision. This includes the manufacturer’s IP, Turbo, AX PRO Alarm and Display products. “We are excited to be able to stock such an extensive selection of products from the Hikvision range,” said Chris Bentley, Managing Director at Cop UK. “As you

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Idis highlights the importance of video footage integrity

Rapid advances in digital video manipulation techniques, and a rise in alleged deep-fake celebrity videos being reported in the news are putting pressure on video technology users as well as prosecutors to demonstrate the integrity of any footage they use. Idis believes demonstrating that footage is genuine is a key challenge for the future. “As

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Motorola Solutions opens new US manufacturing facility for video security

Motorola Solutions has opened its new, Video Security & Analytics manufacturing facility in Richardson, Texas. The manufacturer describes the 136,000 square foot building as representing its continued investment in North American manufacturing and the expansion of its production and shipping capabilities to further the growth of its video security portfolio. “We’re proud to be building

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Johan Cruijff ArenA partners with Security & Safety Things

Security and Safety Things (S&ST) has partnered with the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam to deploy its IoT platform for smart surveillance cameras. The S&ST IoT platform and network of cameras is integrated into the ArenA’s dashboard software to provide information and analysis for safety and security as well optimisation of stadium operations and visitor

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Milestone discusses the future of video technology

In this video, Milestone Systems’ CEO, Thomas Jensen, shares his thoughts on how video technology, when used responsibly, will be an integrated part of the future. The subject will be discussed more at the upcoming MIPS 2021 virtual event. Register for MIPS 2021: https://milestone-mips-2021.webflow.io/

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Promise Technology joins OSSA

Promise Technology has joined The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA) at the Adopter level. OSSA is a non-profit, non-stock corporation that brings together like-minded organisations to create a framework providing standards and specifications for a common standardized platform for security and safety solutions. “Promise brings to the table decades of experience innovating high-performance enterprise

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Changi Airport upgrades with Genetec

Changi Airport Group has selected Genetec for a security upgrade project. The three-year deployment project will enhance Singapore Airport’s security operations and provide business intelligence The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2023 and will see Genetec Security Center, a unified security platform that blends IP security systems within a single

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Flir’s Quasar range expands

Flir Systems has unveiled two new visible-camera options as part of its line-up of Quasar Premium security cameras. According to the manufacturer, the Quasar Premium Mini-Dome and Quasar Premium Bullet offer “the forensic image quality, tight integration and advanced cybersecurity features required for critical infrastructure sites, remote facilities, or large areas requiring close monitoring”. The

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Motorola Solutions adds AI Capabilities to Network Video Recorder

Motorola Solutions has added to its video security and analytics portfolio with the Artificial Intelligence Network Video Recorder (AI NVR). The AI NVR combines the traditional Avigilon NVR with the capabilities of the Avigilon AI Appliance. The solution is cloud-connected, enabling remote management through Avigilon Cloud Services so that users can perform software upgrades and

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Neva Towers secured on a single building management system by Bosch Security

The new Neva Towers range among the tallest buildings in Europe with a total area of 357,000 square meters. The operators of the multifunctional complex, which combines residential and commercial spaces, requested smart features to enhance security and efficiency in the buildings and the safety of its residents. Bosch Security has delivered a range of

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Dallmeier unveils Picoline 5050 series

Dallmeier has launched the Picoline 5050 series of ultracompact fixed dome and varifocal box cameras. According to the manufacturer, the series delivers “5 MP performance in an exceptionally compact format”. The 5050 series dome cameras are available with compact, sturdy housing variants and have a fixed focus lens with a focal length of 2.5mm. The

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Altronix appoints new Northeast Sales Manager for the US

Altronix Corp has named Steve Stettner as its new Sales Manager for the Northeast region in the US. With more than four decades of industry experience, the manufacturer regards Stettner as extremely well versed in every facet of electronic security, including IP video, access control, and alarm and fire detection systems. The territory covered by

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360 Vision Technology hosts radar imaging webinar

360 Vision Technology is set to host a free-of-charge radar technology webinar on Thursday 4th February, 10am-11am. The webinar will explore basic principles, applications, design considerations and systems integration, and is supported with a selection of installation examples. Aimed at security consultants and system designers, the webinar’s content looks at a variety of market applications,

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Bosch offers built-in AI with Autodome IP starlight 5100i video camera

Bosch states that its new Autodome IP starlight 5100i offers enhanced image quality and built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help operators react before a potential situation occurs. Designed for outdoor surveillance applications when light levels vary, the Autodome IP starlight 5100i has a new ½ inch camera sensor offering 4MP resolution and 20x optical zoom

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US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities

Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP’s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC)

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The latest in smart home security unveiled at CES 2021

CES is always a hotbed for the latest innovations in consumer tech, and even though the 2021 edition is virtual, there is no shortage of new technology to discover. The most important aspect of this for security professionals is the new equipment for smart homes. With everything from the latest IoT cameras to networking gear,

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Genetec opens new Austrian office

Genetec has opened its 16th global office in Vienna, Austria. Ideally located to support the company’s expanding footprint in Central Europe and serve as a hub for the DACH region, the new office in Vienna will support the company’s fast-growing R&D, regional sales and support teams. With a multilingual staff representing 18 nationalities, the Austria

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CES recognises Security & Safety Things

Security and Safety Things has been named a CES 2021 Innovation Awards Honouree for its open IoT platform and Application Store for smart security cameras as part of the Software & Mobile Apps category. The announcement was made ahead of the first-ever, all-digital CES 2021, happening January 11 – 14, 2021. “Our vision is that

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Idis America expands sales team

Idis America has named Sal Mastropole as its new South-Eastern US Sales Manager. The move is part of the manufacturer’s strategy of strengthening integrator partnerships to further support customers and building on its market strength in growth sectors including education, real estate, logistics and the cannabis market. Mastropole has extensive experience of designing, selling and

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Eagle Eye Networks highlights its 2021 video surveillance trends

Eagle Eye Networks is predicting that the events of 2020, combined with technological advances and adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence for video surveillance, will make 2021 a transformational year for the industry. Hans Kahler, the manufacturer’s Vice President of Operations explains more.

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Teledyne to acquire Flir for $8 billion

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and Flir Systems, Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement under which Teledyne will acquire Flir in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately US$8 billion. The transaction, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies, is expected to close in the middle of 2021, subject to

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