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QNAP, Inc. released its full-throttle network-attached storage innovations around artificial intelligence at CES 2018. This included a new AI developer package with a GPU-accelerated NAS for AI machine learning, the next-generation single-board IoT mini server for small-scale/private IoT applications or large-scale/public IoT deployments, and a clever new companion robot that performs as an artificially intelligent assistant for home environments. Optimizing For Machine-Learning AI According t...

ISC West, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is the largest converged security event of the year, constantly evolving to educate security professionals on the tools and skills needed to protect against today’s emerging cyber-physical security and safety threats, and the anticipated ones of tomorrow. ISC West debuted its SIA Education@ISC session lineup for the 2018 show. These 85+ plus accredited sessions, covering a range of industry topics, are designed to arm attende...

Suprema access control is now integrated with Arteco Video Event Management Software (VEMS). The integration between Suprema’s BioStar 1 and 2 and Arteco adds real-time access control events into Arteco. BioStar solutions can now be managed from within the Arteco VEMS interface, streamlining usability and boosting event management. Efficient Door Surveillance Through the Arteco mapping interface, operators can check door status and manage locks, demonstrating the benefits of managing mul...

Global Net Solutions (GNS), an innovator in facilities-based smart security and business intelligence solutions, today unveiled its S-Badge, a revolutionary IoT-based security solution designed to improve safety and tackle insider threats and breaches in high security environments, such as airports, hospitals, school districts and college campuses, government agencies and more. The S-Badge solution is the world’s first security system leveraging a multi-sensor Bluetooth low energy beacon,...

The recently completed presidential election in Somaliland was the world’s first to use iris recognition to create a voter registration list and remove duplicate names from the rolls. The iris-based biometric technology, from Iris ID, helped ensure a free and fair election, so important for the autonomous state to gain the international recognition it seeks. A 60-member team of international observers, representing 27 countries, certified the November election as free and fair – a c...

Identiv, Inc. announced the company has entered into a distribution partnership with Development Trading Company (DTC), the first and leading security printing and services company in Saudi Arabia. In partnership with DTC, Identiv will bring its portfolio of highly secure smart card reader technology and credentials to the Middle East for the first time. This global expansion reflects Identiv’s goal to make affordable, high-security access and identification solutions universally available...

Matrix concluded its maiden conference, Matrix Frontier at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai on a positive note. The conference, conducted in association with its regional partner ACIX Middle East LLC, served the objective of giving partners, prospective SIs and customers an opportunity of experiencing our technologically advanced and innovative solutions that nurture business growth. Innovative technology being the event theme, Matrix unveiled a series of latest solutions during the conference. Pion...

Security issues corresponding to controlling access, is perceived as prime concern and a strenuous challenge in various sectors like corporate office, manufacturing units, BFSI, healthcare and hotels. These arduous challenges require meticulously planned access control strategies. Implementation of such strategies can be employed at exit/entry doors and at data centers. Along with the conventional approach, it is being enhanced with advanced features, to control access and improve security with...

Midpoint Security introduces a free edition of CredoID access control software, compatible with HID VertX controllers, Edge IP readers, Mercury Controllers, Suprema biometric IP and wireless Aperio locks by Assa Abloy. The free life-time license of CredoID supports systems of up to 20 readers and includes all basic access control functions, as well as floorplans, attendance reports, and operator action logging, all delivered via an intuitive multilingual interface. With more than 2000 CredoID sy...

Johnson Controls has updated its popular Illustra Pro IP Mini-Domes in 2MP, 3MP and 5MP models with the optional Theia wide-angle lens for improved video analytics accuracy and a 9-22mm outdoor telephoto lens with superior zoom capability. Linear Optical Technology The Theia SL183A 1.8-3mm outdoor lens allows users to capture critical details using Theia’s distortion-free Linear Optical Technology. The lens delivers a consistent number of pixels to an image, thus improving the image qual...

ISC East, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), once again saw great success this year with over 240 exhibiting companies and over 7,000 high-profile security professionals attending the show. Featuring 75 new brands and the largest exhibition floor in recent years, ISC East covered video surveillance, access control, public security, biometrics, security distribution, smart home, IoT, unmanned security and more, and maintained its position as the premier converged security event...

Allegion™, a security products and solutions provider, has moved readers and credentials to its Schlage® portfolio – giving customers a single, unified source for access control solutions. Schlage Access Control Benefits Customers who use Schlage readers and credentials, which were formerly aptiQ® and XceedID®, can expect the same great products, part numbers, compatibility and customer service. The only change is that these products now carry the Schlage name. “...

Honeywell, a Connected Home solutions provider, has announced that it is introducing the Honeywell Smart Home Security System, a self-installed, all-in-one security solution that is simple to set up and allows consumers to be aware of what’s happening in and around their homes. This self-monitored system features Amazon Alexa, and can be upgraded and customized with accessories to fit your specific needs for the comfort and security of your home. Connected Home Services The heart of the...

Seagate Technology plc has announced that its SkyHawk™ AI hard disk drive (HDD), the first drive created specifically for artificial intelligence (AI) enabled video surveillance solutions. Building on Seagate’s 10-year track record of delivering surveillance optimized storage performance, SkyHawk AI provides unprecedented bandwidth and processing power to manage always-on, data-intensive workloads, while simultaneously analyzing and recording footage from multiple HD cameras. ...

Arteco, a provider of event-driven intelligent video management solutions, has added intelligent face recognition capabilities to its suite of video event management solutions to allow organizations to gain more intelligent data from investments in video surveillance platforms. AFR Application Arteco Face Recognition (AFR) delivers rapid, accurate and scalable face recognition capabilities to meet evolving security and safety needs. Its powerful algorithms address common challenges in analytic...

Security 101 - a globally-recognized security systems integrator - announced the hiring of Art Perez as global accounts director of applications engineering. The West Palm Beach-based global accounts team helps businesses mitigate threats and vulnerabilities to protect people, property and profits by solving complex challenges with uniform security programs delivering true standardization across multi-site organizations. Security And Risk Management Expertise Over the past 26 years, Perez has...

Honeywell, a provider of access control, intruder detection, video surveillance and integrated security solutions for connected buildings, has announced the next iteration of the Pro-Watch® security management solution for enterprise and critical infrastructure markets – Pro-Watch 4.3.5. Pro-Watch 4.3.5 is a connected buildings enterprise management platform that equips organizations with the right tools to protect their people and assets by combining access control, video surveillanc...

Identiv, Inc. announced that the company has partnered with biometric technology company Zwipe for access control card formatting services. Identiv’s U.S.-based card service bureau is programming the radio frequency identification (RFID) chips in Zwipe’s biometric credential line, providing all physical access control system (PACS) formats from Identiv’s portfolio. Pre-Formatted Smart Card Formatting Schemes In order to encode its biometric cards in a wide variety of formats,...

StoneLock, a global provider of designing and manufacturing biometric access control and identity management solutions, announced the launch of the company’s newest innovative solution — StoneLock Gateway — a complete biometric-centric credentialing and identity management solution. With the addition of the StoneLock Gateway, StoneLock now provides an enterprise biometrics solution that delivers scalability, high availability, seamless functionality and traceability across mul...

OnSSI has undergone major changes since the last ASIS, and has emerged more energised and prepared for global market expansion moving forward. Armed with aggressive development of its VMS technology, an infusion of investment capital and expanded global reach driven by an influx of new experienced employees, OnSSI will build upon its core base of physical security customers, while developing exciting new technology solutions that transcend traditional security markets into logistics and business...

HID Global®, a provider of trusted identity solutions, will unveil the next big thing in ID issuance and new solutions that will forever change and simplify numerous stages of lifecycle management for trusted identities. For the first time, attendees will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the powerful new HID solutions via live demos at ASIS International 2017. The company will also highlight its broad portfolio of solutions that power trusted identities at Booth No. 3009 at the...

Biometric tech company Zwipe will be well represented at one of the world’s largest security trade shows, ASIS International’s 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017) taking place in Dallas, Texas. Promoting Zwipe Access Solutions With over 22,000 industry guests from all the over the world and across the security spectrum expected to participate, ASIS is regarded as one of the world’s premier security events and will be a key showcase for Zwipe’s partner network i...

Morse Watchmans will introduce Version 2 of its industry-leading KeyWatcher® Touch key control and asset management solution at ASIS 2017. ASIS Demonstrations Hands-on demonstrations will showcase the new features including support for Morse Watchmans’ new AssetWatcher secure physical storage solution; additional enterprise application functionality; and a new easier and faster database design, among other upgrades. “By leveraging our industry experience and technology profici...

Morse Watchmans has expanded its portfolio of key and asset control products and technologies with the newly available RFID-based AssetWatcher System. Featured this week at ASIS 2017, AssetWatcher’s RFID technology uses non-contact wireless radio links to recognize and track tagged assets placed in or removed from lockers. It is compatible with multiple types of RFID tags as well as different types of assets, and features an audible confirmation when a tag has been read. Taking Asset Con...

StoneLock, a global provider of designing and manufacturing biometric access control and identity management solutions, and Boon Edam Inc., a global provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, are pleased to announce their integrated presence at the 63rd ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits in Dallas, Texas from September 26-28. This convergence of the StoneLock identity assurance solution with the Boon Edam tailgating prevention capabilities delivers exceptional overall...

Identiv, Inc. has announced that the company will showcase its latest robust, reliable, feature-rich physical security solutions during ASIS International 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017) on September 26 – 28, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. During ASIS 2017, Identiv will provide live demonstrations of its new Power over Ethernet (PoE) edge controller, Hirsch Mx-1, the latest update to its network-based, Cisco-integrated Identiv Connected Physical Access Manager (ICPAM), its award-winn...

Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced it will be emphasizing integrated access control solutions that both authenticate authorized passage and prevent tailgating, at Booth 4003 at the 63rd ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits in Dallas, Texas from September 26-28. The manufacturer is also the official Turnstile Sponsor for the Exhibition. Integration: Main Theme For Product Demos The following solutions will be on display at th...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has announced its show lineup for ASIS 2017, where it will be exhibiting at Booth 3147 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.  Recognized by IHS Markit® as the only vendor to achieve top market share rankings across multiple security and hardware appliance categories in 2016, the company will demonstrate how its latest innovations help enterp...

Identiv, Inc. has announced the latest update to its award-winning Hirsch Velocity Software for access control and security management. The newest release adds enhanced communications protocols, government-grade biometric support, and new Velocity and Hirsch ScramblePad features to the integrated platform that manages access control and security operations in thousands of facilities around the world. Multi-factor Biometric Devices To provide full compliance with Federal Identity, Credential, a...

ASIS International has announced that Carey Lohrenz, the first female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot in the U.S. Navy and author of Fearless Leadership: High-Performance Lessons from the Flight Deck, will deliver the closing keynote address at its 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), which takes place between 25-28 September at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. The leading event for security professionals worldwide, ASIS 2017 is expected to draw 22,000 operational...