Internet of Things (IoT) - News

The current software release 2.6 for the AI vision system - IDS NXT from IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH focuses primarily on simplifying app creation. The initial phase in development is often one of the greatest challenges in the realization of a project. With the help of the new Application Assistant in IDS NXT lighthouse, users configure a complete vision app under guidance, in just a few steps, which they can then run directly on an IDS NXT camera. Block-based Editor With the Block-...

Kingdom Group has just launched an integrated and dual solutions offering, in order to help companies streamline their facilities management and recruitment processes. By taking control of people services, quality and efficiencies are enhanced, and procurement costs reduced. Kingdom Integrated Solutions (KIS) Kingdom Integrated Solutions (KIS) brings together all of the people services offered by Kingdom Group’s ten companies, under one provider. These include hybrid security solutions -...

This article offers an in-depth look at current trends in access control and make predictions for the year ahead in the industry, focusing mainly on advancements in integration, including a few examples from Vanderbilt's very own ACTpro.  In addition to this, Vanderbilt will also discuss why integration is so important in the access control industry. Without further ado, here's what Vanderbilt thinks users need to know about access control integration to stay ahead of the curve. Importanc...

Illumio, Inc., the Zero Trust Segmentation company announced it has been named a 2022 Cool Vendor in Communications Service Provider (CSP) Business and Network Operations by Gartner. Gartner findings In this report, Gartner highlights the modern technology stack for CSPs across four technology categories spanning blockchain, cloud-native, private mobile network, and Zero Trust Segmentation. For cybersecurity, Illumio is the only vendor cited in the report. According to Gartner, “Innovat...

North West-based security firm, CDX Security has announced the appointment of a new Group Sales Manager, John Welch, as part of its ambitious growth plans for the new financial year. John Welch joins the team to expand the firm’s service offering within the construction and housing sectors, following a successful 2021. Business development and sales expert An experienced business development and sales professional, John Welch has more than 20 years experience working across various sect...

Belden, a global supplier of specialty networking solutions, has announced six Q2 2022 product launches that give customers new integration capabilities and new ways to safely carry power over long distances and products with fast lead times. Networking and Software: Hirschmann BXS Gigabit Switches provide a reliable, cost-effective solution for industrial engineers and train builders, who need to ensure fast, powerful connectivity to end devices and passenger infotainment systems, without u...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has launched TX Direct, an innovative static IP address wireless PTZ camera now available in the Predator (HD, thermal & radar) and Invictus model ranges. Offered alongside the existing wireless TX camera range, TX Direct camera technology offers installers and end users the advantage of seamless, direct ONVIF integration into Video Management Systems (VMS), rather than via a hosted server or thi...

Digital Barriers, a global provider IoVT (Internet of Video Things) surveillance and security products, has announced its AI cloud video platform, CloudVis, will make its Middle Eastern debut at the Milipol Qatar 2022 event, with Vodafone Business and G4S. CloudVis CloudVis is the only Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) platform, designed to work across both cellular and fixed networks, thereby enabling customers to connect fixed and wireless cameras to the same AI-powered platform, even...

Sepura has been shortlisted in five categories at the forthcoming 2022 International Critical Communications Awards (ICCAs). The Awards ceremony will take place at Critical Communications World 2022 (CCW 2022), held in Vienna between June 21 and 23, 2022. The global event is the traditional showcase for the global critical communications market, with suppliers showcasing innovation and excellence in their solutions. Sepura’s demonstrations on site will include shortlisted products from bo...

FLIR United Video Management Software (United VMS) 9.2  is a field-tested and industry-trusted tool, allowing security managers access to system status, alarms, and video from anywhere at any time. The upgraded FLIR United VMS 9.2 delivers on this same promise, while offering faster GPU decoding, added generic video stream functionality, and robust cyber security. With FLIR United VMS 9.2, security personnel can expect: Secure, 24/7 access to system status Future-proofed, system-wide s...

HITRUST announced the general availability of the HITRUST Results Distribution System (RDS) to make it easier and more efficient to collect, inspect, export, and act upon findings in a third-party information assurance report. The current system of sharing and consuming third-party assurance reports is antiquated and highly inefficient. Third-party risk management (TPRM) system Vendor risk managers are encumbered with mundane and time-consuming tasks in reviewing existing reports, in order to...

AudioLINK+ is now faster, quieter, and more reliable than ever before. The second iteration of Aico’s award-winning AudioLINK technology makes it easy to access real-time data from alarms via the free AudioLINK+ app. AudioLINK+ AudioLINK+ extracts the same data as AudioLINK, but does this quicker and quieter than before to reduce disturbance and does not affect any other functionality of alarms. With the average time to take a report taking between 4-7 seconds, AudioLINK+ technology make...

Maxxess has added advanced facial recognition authentication to its eVisitor visitor management solution for access control, with off-the-shelf integration to RealNetworks’ industry-renowned SAFR technology. Maxxess eVisitor Maxxess’ eVisitor visitor management solution has established itself as one of the most flexible, secure visitor management solutions available, with frictionless and touchless access, removing many of the old inconveniences visitors, staff, and contractors enc...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Supermicro), a globally renowned company in enterprise computing, storage, networking, and green computing technology, will deploy the NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip in a wide range of servers optimized for AI, HPC, data analytics, digital twins, and compute-intensive applications. As artificial intelligence (AI) technologies transcend multiple industries, Supermicro servers will use the NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip to enable a broader range of developers and IT administra...

Matrix Turret Series IP Cameras have been designed for large enterprises. The ball and socket design results in ease, while installing the camera. In particular, the axis adjustment becomes easier. Furthermore, minimum screws are used for installing the camera, which amplifies the IR sensor’s result. Matrix Turret Series IP Cameras Intelligent video analytics bring out proactive responses and help deter miscreants Next, the back-illuminated sensors deliver crystal-clear images in low-l...

For product installations that require extra protection from moisture, vehicle exhaust, pool chemicals or temperature extremes, Viking Electronic unveils its Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) products that ensure the durability needed for years of service. James Catt of Viking Electronics said “Viking products with Enhanced Weather Protection simply outlast the elements. They just keep on working, reducing disruption and preventing repair calls from customers. Choosing EWP adds so much va...

The program promoted in collaboration with the ELIS consortium will enable the development of 5 projects by 5 start-up companies. The topics, which range from energy-saving applications for Leonardo's supercomputer to Davinci-1 and gamification, set out to raise employee awareness on sustainability issues.  Open Italy The aim of Open Italy, the innovation ecosystem of the ELIS consortium in its sixth year, in which Leonardo has been actively involved since 2019, is to foster dialogue and...

Global Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), SecurityHQ, has announced its partnership with a cyber security solutions provider, SentinelOne. Partnership benefits cyber security for clients across the globe There has been a substantial growth of highly sophisticated Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), around the world, which has led to a demand for a next-gen endpoint security solution, coupled with skilled analysts to proactively detect and respond to those risks. SecurityHQ's Managed E...

AlgoSec, a global cyber security leader in securing application connectivity, has announced its new product, AlgoSec ObjectFlow, a network security object management solution for hybrid environments, spanning cloud networks, SDNs and on-premises.  According to Rik Turner, the Principal Analyst at Omdia, “In the complex environments that ensue from modern architectures, such as SDN, as well as hybrid and multi-cloud environments, there is a very real risk of overlapping objects, makin...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named five female biometrics leaders, as recipients of the 2022 SIA Women in Biometrics Awards, a globally recognized program, presented by SIA, with support from sponsors - IDEMIA and Paravision, along with organizational and media supporters - AVISIAN, Biometric Update, FindBiometrics and SIA’s Identity & Biometric Technology Advisory Board and Women in Security Forum. The 2022 awardees, who will be honored at the SIA GovSummit 2022, SIA&r...

The International Flight Training School (IFTS), a strategic partnership between the Italian Air Force and Leonardo conceived to create an advanced flight training center for pilots from the world's air forces, awarded the first international graduations. International Flight Training School The International Flight Training School (IFTS), a partnership between the Italian Air Force and Leonardo, in collaboration with CAE, awarded the first Phase IV (Advanced/Lead-In to Fighter Training) diplo...

The CEO Show’s broadcast interview of Steve Jones, the Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Allied Universal, marks the 1000th interview from the nationally syndicated program, which can be viewed online. Robert Reiss, the Host of The CEO Show and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The CEO Forum Group, has interviewed more leading CEOs in depth on timeless leadership principles than any other media outlet on the nationally syndicated - The CEO Show. Steve Jo...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Virginia Del. Jay Leftwich, Jr. (R-Chesapeake) and Virginia Sen. Scott Surovell (D-Fairfax) as the 2022 recipients of the SIA Legislator of the Year Award. The 2022 awardees will be honored at the SIA GovSummit 2022, SIA’s annual government security conference, which will take place from May 24 to May 25, 2022, in Washington, D.C, USA. SIA Legislator of the Year Award The SIA Legislator of the Year Award is presented annually to members...

HID Global, a worldwide renowned company in trusted identity solutions, has announced that it has acquired Vizinex RFID. The acquisition of Vizinex RFID increases HID Global’s presence and relevance in key vertical markets, including healthcare/medical, manufacturing, oil & gas, data centers, etc. and adds a key technology to HID Global’s industry-renowned RFID tag portfolio. Vizinex RFID acquisition “Bringing Vizinex into the HID family strengthens our position in the R...

Sielox, an established industry-renowned company in layered access control solutions, announces the immediate availability of the company’s flagship Pinnacle 11.0 Access Control Platform, a new release with powerful new features, in conjunction with the imminent release of its new 2700 Intelligent Access Controller. Pinnacle 11.0 Access Control Platform is immediately available for upgrades and new installations, with the availability of the 2700 Intelligent Access Controller set for May...

Armis, the unified asset visibility, and security platform announced the Critical Infrastructure Protection Program (CIPP) to help organizations supplying systemically important entities such as energy, water, marine ports, and wastewater to pinpoint and fortify assets in need of urgent security improvements. Under this new program, critical infrastructure providers in the U.S. and NATO-aligned countries will have complimentary access to Armis for three months. As technologies converge, it is i...

Dahua Technology, a globally renowned video-centric smart IoT solutions and service provider, is bringing new AI features to its WizSense family. Adopting an independent AI chip and deep-learning algorithm, the newly introduced WizSense integrates SMD 4.0, Quick Pick, AI Scene Self-adaption (SSA), AI Coding and other extended AI functions, in order to deliver accurate detection, fast target search, simplified operation and inclusive AI products to customers. Dahua WizSense “User demands...

Sepura has moved to further develop its presence in the LTE critical communications market with the recruitment of Rob Merrick as the company’s Business Development Manager for Broadband Products. Rob Merrick’s role will be to continue to grow Sepura’s presence in the evolving LTE market space, supporting customers and partners in deploying Sepura’s mission-critical broadband solutions. New appointment at Sepura Previously, he served as Solutions Architect at the UK Ho...

Building on their highly successful previous event, the CNI Security Group will be hosting their 2nd ‘CNI Security Technology’ Day, aboard the former WW2 Royal Navy escort ship - HQS Wellington, located on the river Thames at Victoria Embankment, London. The free-to-attend CNI Security Group event, which will be held on Wednesday, 29th June 2022, from 9.30 am – 4.00 pm, will focus on fully integrated, secure and future-proofed best-of-breed, end-to-end solutions for high-secur...

The new ZoneSentry is a zonal-based Perimeter Intrusion Detection System (PIDS), based on Bandweaver’s leading edge fiber optic distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) technology. By attaching a single fiber optic sensing cable to the external perimeter of a site or on key assets, ZoneSentry can detect and alert to the vibrations, associated with intrusion events, thereby enabling rapid action to prevent damage or theft. ZoneSentry system Available with 4 or 8 zones, the ZoneSentry system ca...