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Cawamo, an advanced technology company that offers AI-based video analytics, with easy-to-use, and cost-effective solutions for turning security cameras into intelligent and accurate alert systems, has appointed Josiah Dawes as the company’s new VP of Sales for the Americas. Dawes will play a leading role in the company, contributing to new business opportunities, as well as establishing new sales strategies, and building the sales team. Dawes brings with him experience in the security, v...

Visual display experts - Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) have expanded the number of integrations to its Lucidity video wall controller, thereby helping to improve overall security control room operation. Elgato Stream Deck programmable keyboards and Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM) over IP systems are the latest integration solutions to be offered to clients. They are designed to reduce the number of applications that a control room operator needs to have available and to help simplify the overall s...

The retail sector continues to operate with an evolving security threat profile. Increases in violence and abuse towards frontline workers, combined with losses through shoplifting and petty crime mean security remains firmly in focus of the modern retailer. According to the British Retail Consortium Crime Survey Report 2022, retail crime cost the industry £1.5 billion in 2020/21, with a staggering 1,301 incidents of violent or abusive incidents every day. Increasing and evolving threats...

Solar is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the U.S. energy industry, with an average annual growth rate of 42 percent, over the past decade. In response to increased demand, Alarm.com is offering an integrated solar monitoring solution for service providers, with a new Solar Automation & Awareness service package and Solar Program Certification Course. Solar monitoring offering Alarm.com’s solar monitoring offering allows customers with SolarEdge and Enphase inverters (which com...

Allied Universal, the globally renowned security and facility services company, is continuing its global expansion with the acquisition of three companies, located in New York, USA, the Netherlands and Denmark. The largest of the three companies, International Protective Service Agency (IPSA), is headquartered in New York City, New York, and provides comprehensive security and event services for clients located throughout the New York and New Jersey regions, in the United States of America. IP...

On 20th and 21st June 2022, Naval Group has organized the second edition of the “R&D Partners Day” in Athens, in order to develop cooperation between Naval Group and Hellenic partners through R&D initiatives and European projects. Naval Group is a major industrial partner of the Hellenic Navy and is further developing its R&D partnerships with Hellenic industry, academic, and research institutes to support the development of the future Hellenic naval warfare capabilities...

The European Life-PIAQUO project aims to reduce the impact of maritime traffic noise on marine ecosystems. It aims to develop concrete solutions for maritime transport, some of which will be tested on a Grimaldi ship. Since September 2019, Naval Group has been leading the European Life-PIAQUO project, which aims to reduce the impact of maritime traffic noise on marine ecosystems. Noise generated by maritime traffic has indeed increased over the last fifty years, due in particular to the increas...

Globally renowned vehicle safety and camera experts, Durite are showcasing their latest camera technology at the Road Transport Expo 2022 event. Durite’s vehicle camera systems now integrate with Webfleet telematics, meaning that fleet managers can remotely access camera footage from the Webfleet portal. This includes the ability to download First Notification of Loss (FNOL) videos. Durite – Webfleet integration John Nobbs of Durite said, “Seamless integration with Webfleet...

As part of its 10-year strategic plan, ‘Transformation Morgan 2030: Leading the Future,’ Baltimore-based Morgan State University (MSU) has partnered with Siemens on its journey to becoming a smart and connected campus of the future. Modernisation upgrades Improvements currently underway include implementing a series of modernization upgrades to the university’s Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), security, and fire and life safety systems with a focus on energy...

Sepura has launched its first VHF TETRA radios, providing a solution for mission critical users in challenging conditions such as extensive underground networks and remote, expansive outdoor environments. Sepura’s VHF solution fills a notable gap in the market for quality VHF TETRA radios, complementing the reliability, security, and mission critical protocols of TETRA, with the powerful audio processing of the SC Series radios, thereby ensuring crystal clear audio in loud, wet or dusty c...

New robots and indoor drones for security applications are on the horizon, based on the work of ADT Commercials’ Innovation Lab, which is evaluating the new technologies’ value to customers and some typical use cases. The Innovation Lab has been in place for just under a year and just moved into a 2,000-square-foot facility that is staffed with four dedicated ADT Commercial employees and teams from various commercial innovation partners. The idea of the lab is to close the gap bet...

Traditionally, there have been two options for using surveillance cameras in the dark: flooding the scene with visible light, or using Infrared (IR) illumination to discreetly light a scene but only enabling images to be seen in black and white. The success of the surveillance system at night depends on using the correct supplementary lighting to provide artificial illumination. Factors to be considered include whether or not users need color images, the effects of light pollution, and illumina...

Sepura has launched a Dual Mode version of its SCU3 Broadband Vehicle Device, increasing the options available to critical communications users. The upgraded model has a built-in TETRA module, enabling users to combine Mission Critical Voice with the power and flexibility of data connectivity via LTE networks. Class 3 TETRA module The Class 3 TETRA module in the new SCU3 Dual Mode device supports Direct Mode in the 380-473MHz band, meaning critical communications users in public safety, trans...

The Mirach 100/5 aerial target celebrated the 25th anniversary of its first official flight in December 2021. Created in the mid-90s, the Mirach 100/5 faithfully emulates the size, performance, and radar signaling of the principal emerging threats. Developed on the basis of the experience accumulated with the previous aerial targets in the 100 series of what was then known as the Meteor – the 100/2 and the 100/3 Mizar for reconnaissance, both of which date back to 1984, and the 100/4 whi...

BriefCam, the provider of video content analytics solutions announced the appointment of Liam Galin as its new Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Galin will take charge of BriefCam’s continued sales and employee growth, scaling the innovative company by building upon BriefCam’s industry leadership and continuing to develop the company’s position in new and existing markets. Video analytics technology “Liam’s combination of experience, culture and drive makes him an...

Companies of all sizes are turning to low-code software development platforms that blend power and speed for creating mission-critical applications. OutSystems, a globally renowned company in high-performance low-code development, has announced that its OutSystems Platform was recognized by three influential technology industry groups for leadership in application development. OutSystems Platform recognized by techology firms Everest Group recently named OutSystems a Leader in its Low Code Ap...

To enjoy the benefits of connected security, businesses need security technologies that work seamlessly with each other. In a recent survey of industry professionals, over 90% noted the critical importance of integration across building management functions. But why is integration judged to be so important? What exactly are its benefits? And how can an organization reap them? There are several ways a connected access solution can help a business to do more both enhancing security and contributi...

Solink, a modern, cloud-based video security company for businesses, announced that loss prevention and asset protection expert, Cathy Langley, LPC, is joining the team as Senior Leader Asset Protection, Major Accounts. Prior to joining Solink, Cathy Langley spent the last 30 years with Rite Aid Corporation, most recently as Senior Director, Asset Protection. experience Along with improved operational efficiencies during her tenure, she launched the company’s first Loss Prevention Anal...

The Security Executive Council (SEC) has launched the redesigned online hub, making it easier now than ever before for security leaders to connect with the SEC’s vast library of research, resources, and tools. As the only research and advisory firm dedicated to corporate security and staffed by former corporate security executives, the Security Executive Council has always shared its uniquely relevant research and insights freely, in order to advance excellence in the entire security...

HITEC 2022 (HITEC Orlando 2022) will be held from June 27 to June 30, 2022, at the Orange County Convention Center, in Orlando, Florida, USA. Hosted by Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), HITEC provides top-notch hospitality technology education and a trade show highlighting the latest products and services. “We’ll show how SALTO access control enhances the hospitality industry ecosystem, by allowing HITEC visitors to don virtual reality gear and step into a s...

Organizations have shifted business focus countless times since the onset of the pandemic. While many leaders have been primarily concerned with the immediate health and safety of their customers and employees, 2022 has given rise to a new trend: More than ever, business leaders are seeking security solutions that increase operational efficiency and cost savings as well as improve logistics and business insight. As working environments become more complex, organizations looking to drive higher...

The Great Northern Tower is an impressive 72-meter (236 feet) high-rise tower block that has been tailor made for residential living. With 25 floors, it is home to 287 self-contained apartments, located in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom (UK). An effective door entry system plays a critical role in convenient, secure and flexible access control, as well as the safety and wellbeing of residents. The tower block has a concierge service too that also requires specific authorization for ent...

The buzzwords in security provide a decent parallel to the technology advancements in our industry. Over the years, our language has evolved to encompass new concepts that have transformed our business. Buzzwords can sometimes be dismissed as overblown compared to the current state of the technology, or even as marketing hype. But the language we use to describe the industry’s technologies often reflect our changing marketplace. Sometimes the challenge is keeping up with the latest buzz. W...

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has signed a distribution agreement with Pelco to distribute their security and surveillance technology. Pelco, a Motorola Solutions Company, is a pioneer in the design and development of video surveillance solutions including video management and analytics software, infrastructure, cameras, and related services. High-quality, IP video security products For 63 years, Pelco has built a brand and products focused on technology and trust. They...

As part of the government’s £2.6 billion National Cyber Strategy, the Department for Digital Media, Culture and Sport (DCMS), recently conducted a survey into the state of the cybersecurity skills gap across the UK. Key findings include the average size of inhouse cyberteams – half of all businesses (50 percent) have just 1 employee responsible for cyber security, with larger organizations being ‘slightly’ better resourced) – as well as a lack of technical kn...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Jeanes as Internal Technical Support Engineer. Dean joins the Technical Support team to assist installation partners and customers with systems integration and enhancements having honed his technical expertise in the British Army. Ideal choice Jon Hooley, Technical Support Manager at TDSi commented, “We are delighted to welcome Dean to the TDSi team. Having been a Communications Systems Engine...

DNAKE Android 10 indoor monitors A416 and E416 have received a new firmware V1.2 recently, and the journey continues.   New features This update adds several new features: Quad splitter for enhanced security Indoor monitors A416 and E416 now can support up to 16 IP cameras with their latest firmware! External cameras can be placed for example behind the front door, as well as somewhere outside the building. When the intercom system is used with a...

Videoloft is bolstering its presence in the United States by hiring new U.S. based sales staff and integrating with established brands in the US market, including Digital Watchdog, exacqVision, Vivotek, and Lorex. Videoloft focuses on transforming traditional professional surveillance systems into cloud connected solutions via the Videoloft Cloud Adapter. The company was born from the innovative technology created for the Manything app in 2012, which turned old smartphones and tablets into ad-h...

Arastelle presents at Eurosatory its innovative concept of wired power supply for microUAVs, integrated by its partner Arquus on a VAB MK 3 vehicle. This innovative solution developed by ARASTELLE and integrated by ARQUUS allows the drone to remain in flight for as long as desired up to an altitude of 100m, reinforcing the surveillance and observation capacity by day and night. This solution offers higher performance than a mast, with a much smaller footprint, while providing additional tactic...

On the 15th of June 2022, Naval Group and the Hellenic company MEVACO signed a framework agreement related to mechanical systems for the FDI HN (Hellenic Navy) frigates. metalwork equipment supplier  Following the intensive preliminary phase launched a few years ago for the localization of production activities in Greece, Naval Group has identified MEVACO as a key supplier for mechanical systems and metalwork equipment. Within the scope of the framework agreement, MEVACO will...