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CIE is proud to introduce Carson, the one-app resident experience and 24/7 remote concierge service, as it enters the UK & European market for the first time. Seeing its official launch at The Security Event 2022 at the NEC Birmingham in April, Carson Living will be available in the UK through specialist IP Access Control distributors CIE-Group, adding to their growing portfolio of leading security brands including 2N, Axis, Akuvox, and Quanika. 24/7 remote support Carson fully integrates...

IPVideo Corporation announced the release of HALO 3C, the latest version of its HALO IoT Smart Sensor, the pioneer in vaping and privacy area detection devices. HALO 3C boasts new features that provide users with even greater levels of security and easier installation. The HALO IoT Smart Sensor is at the forefront of solving ever-evolving safety concerns. Features of HALO 3C HALO 3C delivers a panic button, 2-way audio communications, indoor health index, emergency escape, alert lighting, mot...

The end of COVID restrictions means many employers are looking forward to welcoming more staff back to offices in the coming months. But two years of living with a pandemic has prompted many employers and commercial landlords to think again about the access and security systems they have in place to help create safer working environments. Here’s what to consider if the user or their client, is looking to reboot access and security for an office or commercial site. Touchless and hassle-fr...

Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints) has announced that the company’s biometric PC solution is integrated in the power button of the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 and ThinkBook 15 G4 laptops. Lenovo is the world’s largest PC maker, with a market share amounting to approximately a quarter of global PC shipments in 2021. Ted Hansson, President Mobile, PC and Access China at Fingerprints, said “I am very pleased that Lenovo has now launched their first models integrating Fingerprints’...

Cognyte Situational Intelligence Solutions (Cognyte) has unveiled its Symphia solutions portfolio, designed to connect and synchronize mission-critical systems, in order to gain contextualized, visual insights to threats and risks. Developed to empower security practitioners with informed decision-making and optimal response, Symphia is an intelligence-driven portfolio of security solutions that work in concert, in order to deliver actionable insights for deeper situational awareness and comman...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance launched Eagle Eye LPR (license plate recognition), which uses artificial intelligence (AI) in a true cloud-based system for high accuracy in all kinds of challenging conditions. Eagle Eye LPR operates on readily available security cameras making it affordable and practical for today’s business owners.   Increased accuracy “We’re seeing increased demand for LPR/ANPR for security and business optimiza...

Globally renowned integrated security manufacturer, TDSi is pleased to announce its forthcoming appearance at the ISC West (International Security Conference & Exposition) 2022 exhibition, which is taking place at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, USA, from March 22 to March 25, 2022. TDSi will be joining its fellow Vitaprotech Group sister company, perimeter intrusion detection systems manufacturer - Protech USA, at Stand 8050 at the ISC West 2022 event, in order to showcase its latest prod...

A college in Northern Ireland has benefitted from a donation of high-quality video surveillance equipment from Dahua Technology. Belfast Metropolitan College, one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK provides several fire and security systems courses. These include a Level 3 diploma in electronic fire and security systems, a four-year full-time apprenticeship programme that works with major providers in the security industry. Other courses include a foundation degree i...

At ISC West 2022, at booth #14079, Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of IP and video surveillance solutions, will unveil two new AI-powered dual channel multi-sensor cameras, featuring powerful deep-learning based object detection and classification, and license-free video and audio analytics. PNM-C12083RVD camera The PNM-C12083RVD AI-enabled dual channel multi-sensor camera supports 15 fps (frames per second) image capture and true 120 dB WDR (Wide Dynamic Range), without compromising...

The Security Executive Council’s (SEC) Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI) is working with Resolver Inc. to investigate the organizational cost of loss due to incidents, such as theft, fraud and abuse. While the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners tracks cost of loss for occupational fraud, there is currently no public research that offers an industry average of cost of loss that includes fraud and other types of events, such as armed robbery, assault, abuse, product contam...

The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) has granted MOBOTIX membership, enabling MOBOTIX to provide the highest level of cargo security through MOBOTIX systems and solutions by TAPA standards. Global standard Manufacturers, freight companies, logistics service providers, and law enforcement agencies are organized in TAPA to reduce losses in international supply chains. TAPA requirements are recognized as the global standard for cargo operations and transportation security. Theft a...

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, launches Eagle Eye LPR (license plate recognition), which uses artificial intelligence (AI) in a true cloud-based system for high accuracy in all kinds of challenging conditions. Eagle Eye LPR operates on readily available security cameras making it affordable and practical for business owners.   “We’re seeing increased demand for LPR/ANPR for security and business optimization. Eagle Eye LPR is designed to be easy to...

With Cognitec Systems joining the SALTO Group, the face recognition company will strengthen research, development and market reach, for its established product portfolio, while working with SALTO on new technologies for expanding biometric markets. SALTO strategically selected Cognitec Systems to meet market requests for adding face recognition and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to the company’s renowned electronic access control and ticketing solutions. SALTO – Cognitec...

An access control system is familiar technology to organizations of every size and structure. Access control may operate as a standalone electronic locking system. It can also integrate with complementary business systems, such as HVAC, time-and-attendance, in-house payments and more. What many businesses may not know is that by restricting their access system with wires, they are not using the full potential of the electronic access control system. High expense of wiring doors In many compan...

With the introduction of XProtect Management Server Failover as an add-on product in 2022 R1, users will be able to keep their systems up and running without disruption resulting in greater peace of mind. XProtect 2022 R1 VMS In the latest product update of Milestone Systems’ XProtect 2022 R1 video management software (VMS), Milestone introduces several new features and capabilities. These include the Management Server Failover solution, single sign on in XProtect, and a new selection of...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards, a globally recognized awards function that is presented by the Security Industry Association, with the support from sponsors - AVISIAN, IDEMIA, and SIA’s Identity & Biometric Technology Advisory Board, along with the Women in Security Forum. 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards The recipients of the Security Industry Association’s 2022 Women in Biometrics Awards will...

With physical security events making a comeback, post the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, Qognify is excited to be present at ISC West 2022 exhibition, the globally renowned security industry event, which is being held from March 22 to March 25, 2022, at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. At the ISC West 2022 event, Qognify will lay a special focus will be on the introduction of new enterprise-class video management solutions for retail, banking, transportation, and higher education. E...

With the wider industry facing component shortages and rising prices, i-PRO EMEA has introduced a new quick delivery service and confirmed that prices will remain unchanged for all i-PRO camera line-ups, underlining the company’s commitment to be the trusted next generation partner for the security industry. In response to customer demand for more flexibility in installation, the company has also added its first i-PRO branded black security camera models to its product portfolio. Quick D...

Networking for security systems is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As a provider of complete networking solutions designed for security applications, Vigitron is taking the additional steps of conducting engineering reviews of system-based sales orders and project registrations assuring the highest degree of reliability. Easy and reliable installation The goal is to assure the system solution is as complete and reliable as possible helping users to avoid any items that are not ove...

The new 2 MP compact 12x zoom PTZ dome camera from IDIS is the smallest in its class and comes packed with high performance features and smart functions, along with rapid installation assured. Featuring the same size and appearance as a typical fixed mini dome camera, the DC-S6261X-A delivers exceptional image capture, even in rapidly changing and dappled light conditions. This makes it ideal for real-time monitoring and recording, in a wide range of indoor applications, ranging from retail, ho...

Smart home device adoption is on the rise, as new advancements and technology continue to roll out. According to Interpret, more than half of all U.S. consumers own at least one smart home device with video cameras, ranking in the top five most popular. In addition, Parks Associates found that one-third of consumers who own a smart home device increased their use of their devices during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting both the indoor and outdoor cameras. Is a smart camera also a security system?...

Vistacom Inc., a global provider of audiovisual, communications and control room solutions, has announced the availability of its brand new and improved Vistacom SecureView all-in-one command center kit, the most straightforward and intuitive of its kind. Vistacom SecureView Vistacom SecureView is an affordable, pre-engineered video wall and display solution that makes easy self-assembly a reality for small and medium operations centers, with best-in-class products, expert remote support and a...

Suprema, a global pioneer in access control, biometrics, and time and attendance management solutions, has appointed Bob McKee as the new President of Suprema America. Bob Mckee's work experience  McKee brings over 45 years of experience in the electronic physical security sector to this new role and will be responsible for leading Suprema’s North America business and its operations in the US. Before joining Suprema, McKee has held key executive positions with major and global secu...

Award-winning security manufacturer, Gallagher, will demonstrate their latest technology at ISC West 2022 – the largest converged security trade event in the U.S., taking place March 22 – 25. Gallagher will showcase their new cloud-based Gallagher security for SMB solution which is designed to satisfy the needs of small to medium business owners, providing the freedom to manage their security from anywhere with an easy-to-use mobile app. Showcasing security tech...

Motorola Solutions announced it has acquired Ava Security Limited, a global provider of cloud-native video security and analytics, based in London, U.K.  Ava Security Ava Security's scalable, secure and flexible cloud solution provides enterprises with real-time visibility and powerful analytics to optimize their operations and detect anomalies and threats. The platform offers organizations the benefit of an enterprise-grade video security solution while minimizing the physical footprint...

Matrix, known for manufacturing telecom and security solutions suitable for the defense environment, is participating at DefExpo 2022. The event is an ideal platform for showcasing the latest solutions designed for the defense sector. The same, organized from 10th-13th March at Gandhinagar is expected to witness footfall from decision-makers. When it comes to working space handling top-secret conversations, Security becomes a major concern that needs to be addressed with utmost priority. With t...

Banks, payment service providers (PSPs), schemes, and other financial institutions can now benefit from a uniquely high level of sensitive data protection and application attack resistance, following the launch of White-Box Works, a next-generation EMVCo-evaluated White-Box code generator, from PACE Anti-Piracy, Inc. Unlike traditional solutions, White-Box Works gives the customer complete and independent control over their protected code, thereby ensuring their encryption keys and proprietary...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that Genetec Inc. (Genetec) and SAGE Integration will each receive a 2022 SIA Member of the Year Award. SIA will present the honorees with their awards on March 22, 2022 at The Advance 2022, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will take place during the ISC West 2022 exhibition, at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The SIA Member of the Year award honors SIA member companies that have shown notable involvement i...

The National Security Inspectorate (NSI), the UK’s premier Certification Body in the security and fire safety sectors, is once again an official Event Partner of The Security Event and NSI experts are preparing to share important standards updates with professional installers and integrators throughout the three days. Networking opportunities Taking place on 5th-7th April 2022 at the NEC Birmingham, the event will bring together over 200 exhibitors, providing an ideal opportunity for the...

In 2022, Arteco has completely revised its offer to follow the trends of the digital transformation that has been underway for several years to provide users with a quick, accessible, and easy-to-use service. Due to the new cloud technologies and the infinite possibilities of integration via API and driven by the overt interest in artificial intelligence and data analysis, Arteco has decided to change the video management approach to keep up with the new users’ habits and their changing n...