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Did one know that budgies are the only birds that can catch the urge to yawn from watching other budgies do it? Or that wrens and robins are known to nest in strange places, including hanging baskets or even a pocket in washing that’s left outside to dry? Birds are fascinating but often hard to observe. Which is where surveillance cameras can help. While these cameras are usually connected with the protection of people and premises – they can also be of use in less typical fields. O...

Hikvision, the supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, signed a deal with the protective intelligence company, Scylla Technologies Inc., to explore opportunities for AI technology collaborations. Scylla is an AI technology provider in the security and surveillance industry who specializes in preventive threat detection (PTD), vehicle identification and tracking (VIT), and Smart Suspect Identification Systems (SSIS). Image and facial recognition The partnership betwee...

Summer is in full swing, but most Brits are taking a ‘staycation’ this year due to travel restrictions and quarantine periods enforced on air and cross-border travel in response to the coronavirus pandemic. But that doesn’t mean that people aren’t dreaming of cocktails on the beach. According to vacation booking site Travel Supermarket, Britons are filling their vacation diaries for next year, with April and May 2021 becoming the most-booked vacation months. The number o...

Videonetics announces that it has joined the Qualcomm® Smart Cities Accelerator Program to provide their AI and Deep Learning powered Unified Video Computing Platform™ (UVCP) to diverse industries such as smart cities, aviation, enterprise and manufacturing to name a few. To exhibit their features and functionalities, Videonetics will be implementing their end-to-end video management system and AI enabled video analytics in conjunction with Qualcomm Technologies enabled smart cameras...

Matrix Comsec has confirmed its participation in the Virtual Exhibition on Railroad Equipment from 1st July 2020 to 31st August 2020. Matrix will be showcasing its complete range of Enterprise IP-PBXs, Unified Communication Server for Modern Enterprises, IP-PBX for SMB & SME, VoIP & GSM Gateways and a new portfolio of IP Communication endpoints. Matrix has indigenous and innovative range of solutions for Unified Communications, IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attend...

"Evaluation Report of China’s Top 500 Real Estate Development Enterprises" and "Preferred Supplier of China’s Top 500 Real Estate Development Enterprises” were both announced at the same time. DNAKE has been recognized by experts and pioneers of China Real Estate Association and Top 500 real estate enterprises, so it has been awarded the "Preferred Supplier of China’s Top 500 Real Estate Development Enterprises" for eight consecutive years from 2013 to 202...

The Security Industry Association (SIA), the trade association representing security solutions providers, announced its strong opposition to the introduced bicameral Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act. The bill would impose a blanket ban on most federal use of nearly all biometric and related image analytics technologies, incorrectly labeling all such technologies as surveillance regardless of application, while forcing essentially all state and local governments to do t...

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions, which was established on October 1, 2019 and formally operates as Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America (PIPSA) in the United States of America, is changing its global brand to i-PRO. i-PRO branding The new i-PRO branding reflects a significant change in philosophy relative to the company’s go to market strategies, product and integrated system offerings, and reseller and technology partnerships. Comprised of the professional securit...

Earlier this month, Vanderbilt introduced Facial Recognition Terminals into their access control portfolio. These products are touchless technology that enables skin temperature measurement and masked individual identification during facial and palm verification at access points. They interface with Vanderbilt’s ACTpro on-premise and ACT365 cloud-based access control solutions, and communicate with the systems via a Wiegand output. From the company’s Product Management: “...

Videotec has always been committed to researching and developing optimum solutions for outdoor surveillance and protection of critical infrastructures and other complex environments. The company proposes a new integrated solution that responds to issues relating to the monitoring of poorly illuminated large perimeter areas, as it is in the airport external zones. The combined system consists of the ULISSE2 IP PTZ with the SONY SNC-VB770 ultra-high sensitivity IP camera with Full Frame 35mm CMOS...

Chung-Ang University, one of the universities in Korea, announced that they would test-run the "untact face recognition device combined with body temperature detection system" at the test of the regular evaluation of TOPCIT (Test Of Practice in IT) on the 20th. Trial at TOPCIT Test TOPCIT is a test that evaluates actual competency required by software (SW) industrial sites and is being used in various ways, such as granting additional points when selecting human resources from public instituti...

Identiv, Inc. has announced its cohesive collection of COVID-19 response solutions in order to support enterprises and government customers in worldwide offices that are now reopening. Identiv’s frictionless, touchless solutions create healthier and more hygienic offices. The hands-free technology also streamlines transactions and access, temperature tracking, and contact tracing to help employees and visitors feel safe and secure. Frictionless, hands-free technology “With the thr...

Axis Communications announces new additions to Axis Q16 Network Camera Series. These top-of-the-line CS mount cameras offer exceptional image quality in any light conditions. They feature an innovative dual chipset providing the perfect platform for tailor-made third-party analytics based on deep learning on the edge. Features and functions Featuring Axis Lightfinder 2.0 and Axis Forensic WDR, these cameras deliver true colors and great detail in challenging light or near darkness. Axis Q1615-...

SAFR from RealNetworks, Inc., announced SAFR® Inside, a new app component of its Facial Recognition and Computer Vision Platform that runs on ACAP enabled cameras with edge processing capabilities. SAFR Inside reduces network traffic and server overhead and thus lowers overall deployment costs. The first version of SAFR Inside runs on the new AXIS Q1615 Mk III Network Camera announced. Facial recognition and mask detection SAFR Inside enables network cameras like the AXIS Q1615 Mk III to r...

In the face of the spread of the coronavirus epidemic in the world and the rapid accumulation of infection cases, how to use technology to help advance the deployment and early prevention of epidemics has become the most concern of everyone. The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) has launched the Taiwan Global Anti-COVID-19 Pavilion, an online information center, in cooperation with more than 2,000 local firms and 20 hospitals. Temperature measurement solution LILIN is the fir...

VPR Brands, LP, a globally renowned edge innovation and technology products company, has announced the launch of its fully automated infrared body temperature screening device, dubbed VPR Verified system. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued guidance expanding the use of tele-thermographic systems for triage use during the ongoing public health crisis owing to the COVID-19 pandemic spread. tele-thermographic systems The FDA says that tele-thermographic systems can be deployed to u...

Security & Safety Things GmbH (S&ST), together with its partners, is offering packages of smart security cameras and video analytic solutions designed to provide retailers with immediate solutions to practical challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. AI Tech on cameras in retail stores In an effort to assist retailers operating their shops in compliance with COVID-19 regulations, these packages will include test cameras running the S&ST operating system. Integrators and end-customer...

VXG is announcing full integration of any camera with any AI engine. The company was originally founded in 2016, with headquarters in Toronto, Canada, by experts in Video Management Software (VMS) and Video Artificial Intelligence (AI), and was created with over 20 years of experience in the video surveillance industry, with the idea to make video AI solutions highly scalable and more affordable. VXG is an open AI Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) VMS company that offers a platform connec...

UNIONCOMMUNITY, specialized in biometric recognition, has launched a face recognition device combined with a body temperature check system. It was developed with South Korean technology. By integrating face recognition terminals and thermal imaging cameras, it can be used in places where many people access it. Since COVID 19, in Korea, large hospitals, public institutions, and sports facilities often use paper forms to manually record personal information and purpose of the entry for those who...

Nets, a renowned European payment and financial solutions company, has announced introducing a completely new way to identify customers securely from a distance. The Nets Passport Reader service bridges the gap between physical ID documents and digital identification, with the help of a simple smartphone app. The service has no geographical limitations and is compatible with passports from over 130 countries. Demand for digital identification is growing rapidly and will likely only increase, gi...

Boon Edam Inc., a global provider in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced they are launching a new optical turnstile addition to their security entrance portfolio. With the growing threat of crime and violence around the globe, more and more organizations are turning to security entrances to increase both the safety and security of their people and assets. The new Speedlane Compact provides all the fundamental functions needed in a security turnstile and accommodates...

Royal Boon Edam International B.V., a global pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that they have launched the latest addition to their medium security portfolio. The ‘No-Nonsense’ swinging security speed gate With the growing threat of workplace safety coming under increasing scrutiny, more and more organizations are turning to security entrances to increase both the safety and security of people and assets. The S...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) and SecureIDNews have selected five distinguished biometrics and security experts as the 2020 winners of the Women in Biometrics Awards – a globally recognized program co-founded by SIA and SecureIDNews and co-presented with sponsors IDEMIA, Biometric Update and the SIA Women in Security Forum. The honorees will be recognized during the 2020 SIA GovSummit, SIA’s annual government security conference, which will be hosted as a free virtual even...

In 2020, with the continuous spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of people have been infected around the globe. Touchless security devices In these uncertain times, with the ever-increasing demand for touchless security devices, Anviz, a globally renowned biometric security solutions firm, offers the latest touchless solutions - iris and face recognition access control terminals. The company’s latest iris and face recognition access control terminals help reassure business owners,...

Health organizations around the world have created the common awareness that maintaining a safe distance between people is one of the best practices to avoid being exposed to COVID-19 and in slowing its spread. Effective social distancing As various countries and regions push to reopen businesses and relax stay-at-home orders, social distancing remains an ongoing requirement. More than that, crowd density information is also considered a significant reference in managing the ‘social dist...

In this post-pandemic phase, in order to create a healthy and safe learning environment for numerous students and help to reopen of the school, DNAKE donated several facial recognition thermometers, respectively, to “Haicang Middle School Affiliated to Central China Normal University” and “Haicang Affiliated School of Xiamen Foreign Language School” to ensure safe access of every student. DNAKE’s deputy general manager Mr. HouHongqiang and general manager assistanc...

Platinum CCTV announces release of their newest version thermal body temperature sensing camera for installation into small and medium-sized businesses helping them scan for fevers in their employees and customers. The new PT-AS7213X-T1 Thermal IP camera includes the latest thermal imaging system which is designed to sense for accurate body temperatures to ±0.5°C. Scanning for fevers in individuals can help identify the initial symptoms of viruses in people before they have a chance...

Corsight AI Inc. announces the launch of global operations to provide autonomous AI software solutions for professional security and business intelligence applications. At the helm of the new venture are industry veterans Gadi Piran, Mulli Diamant and Yoav Millet, Founders and Executive Members previously from VMS provider OnSSI. Corsight offers advanced facial recognition solutions with autonomous AI technology built on neural network technology that emerged from research at the world renowned...

ISS – Intelligent Security Systems, a supplier of intelligent Video Management System (VMS) and analytics for myriad security and business intelligence applications, has responded to the global business community’s demand for a pragmatic and accurate solution to help get employees get back to work. The new ‘Plan for a Safe Return to Work’ solution offering from ISS integrates the company’s proven SecurOS™ solutions with new capabilities designed to provide or...

Morse Watchmans announced the introduction of new touchless facial recognition access and an anti-microbial powder coating on the company’s KeyWatcher and AssetWatcher systems. The new product enhancements fight the spread of microbes and bacteria to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic and other potential threats to personnel health. “Getting personnel back to work is the most pressing issue organizations are faced with today,” said Tim Purpura, VP Global Sales & Marketing,...