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Hanwha Techwin Launched their AI-Enhanced X series Cameras
Hanwha Techwin Launched their AI-Enhanced X series Cameras
Hanwha Techwin, a global supplier of IP and analog video surveillance solutions, today launched one of its most advanced line-up of security cameras to date with the new X-Core AI and X-Plus AI series. Featuring Hanwha’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and deep-learning technologies, the new cameras offer industry-leading AI-based object detection for false alarm reduction analytics, AI-enhanced image quality and edge-based business intelligence.
Advanced domes based on ARTPEC-8 SoC with deep learning
Advanced domes based on ARTPEC-8 SoC with deep learning
Axis Communications announces two outdoor-ready dome cameras offering outstanding image quality even in the harshest environments and weather.
Genetec shares its top physical security trend predictions for 2022
Genetec shares its top physical security trend predictions for 2022
Genetec, a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2022.
Is Smart Building the word of this decade?
Is Smart Building the word of this decade?
Devices, cities, and buildings are becoming smarter, thanks to low-cost IoT sensors and devices delivered across our markets. How do we define Smart? Is Smart a building? The concept of Smart building has been around for a while. So what is a Smart Building? Well, it's a set of communication technologies that allow different objects, sensors, and functions within a building to communicate and interact with each other and be managed, controlled, and automated remotely. In Smart building, technologies help connect a variety of subsystems that initially operated independently".
The Internet is on fire. All you need to know about the Log4j vulnerability.
The Internet is on fire. All you need to know about the Log4j vulnerability.
The Log4j framework is used by software developers to record user activities and application behavior for further examination. Log4j has been downloaded millions of times and is one of the most extensively used tools for collecting data across corporate computer networks, websites, and applications. It is distributed for free by the nonprofit Apache Software Foundation.
Will biometric authentication be the norm in access control?
Will biometric authentication be the norm in access control?
Traditionally physical security systems rely on cards, PINs, or more recently, Bluetooth tokens. But is there a shift to Biometric authentication? We see in our everyday life that our unique biometric data is becoming a vital element in unlocking our devices such as mobile phones, tablets, cars, or personal and business laptops. 
Genetec introduces new generation of SharpV ALPR cameras
Genetec introduces new generation of SharpV ALPR cameras
Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the next generation of its AutoVu™ SharpV ALPR (automatic license plate recognition) camera. This new version provides a future-proof fixed ALPR solution that can be deployed anywhere easily. It is built to deliver machine learning-based ALPR and vehicle analytics on the edge, ensuring high performance in all conditions.
How do we deal with cybersecurity challenges facing video security systems today?
How do we deal with cybersecurity challenges facing video security systems today?
Cameras are often physically exposed to the elements, which poses a physical risk of leaving ethernet cables exposed. The ever-increasing use of cloud technologies, AI, and IoT (Internet of Things) poses another high risk to systems. So what are the highest risks to video security systems?
Clickatell One API Integration for Integriti v21
Clickatell One API Integration for Integriti v21
Integriti users can now easily communicate with their registered customers, staff, and site visitors through multiple communication channels with a single integration.
Inner Range Launches the Multipath IP Website
Inner Range Launches the Multipath IP Website
Inner Range, the access control leader, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new website www.multipathip.com. The website is fully dedicated to Multipath IP, the leader in secure ‘always-on’ alarm communications for residential, business, and enterprise.
CCTV Artificial Intelligence
CCTV Artificial Intelligence
The race is on for CCTV manufacturers to deliver the latest industry driver, Artificial intelligence.
Inner Range integrates Integriti with Suprema Facial Recognition
Inner Range integrates Integriti with Suprema Facial Recognition
Integriti users are now easily able to connect to Suprema biometric devices and manage the accompanying data efficiently.
Securing Access Control Systems from Potential Breaches
Securing Access Control Systems from Potential Breaches
Do most companies understand what security system they have? As technology and innovation continue to advance, how do we help our clients benefit from their access control systems and their core attributes?
Milestone Systems and Jackson Hole Airport join hands to improve airport safety, security and efficiency
Milestone Systems and Jackson Hole Airport join hands to improve airport safety, security and efficiency
Isolated on the edge of the wilderness, Jackson Hole Airport relies on Milestone’s XProtect® VMS to enhance security, safety, and efficiency.
Seagate Technology chooses Genetec to secure its global campuses
Seagate Technology chooses Genetec to secure its global campuses
Genetec™ Security Center and Seagate data storage enable efficient handling of petabytes of high-resolution video, door, and sensor data to provide a scalable solution for large scale facilities.
Data breaches are common and preventable
Data breaches are common and preventable
According to the Egress Insider Data Breach Survey 2021, it found that 94% of organisations experienced inside data breaches within the last year. 84% of the IT leaders surveyed advised human error was the top cause of the most serious incidents. Those surveyed also indicated that despite human error causing the most incidents less than one-fifth advised this to be their biggest concern.
New Omdia report shows Genetec outpacing VMS and Windows-based recorders markets despite pandemic
New Omdia report shows Genetec outpacing VMS and Windows-based recorders markets despite pandemic
According to the latest report from research organization Omdia,  Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, continued to increase its global markets share, outpacing market growth in both VMS and Windows-based recorders categories. The report also revealed that Genetec retained its position as the global market share leader, recording the highest growth amongst the top five worldwide software manufacturers.
Why should we get rid of proximity cards?
Why should we get rid of proximity cards?
Did you know that physical access control systems have known vulnerabilities? One of the most commonly used card readers and card technologies still used today is the 125 kHz proximity card readers and cards.
Touchless Access Control of the Future
Touchless Access Control of the Future
From the beginning of the pandemic and as it continues to pose a threat to the population globally; society and businesses are realising that more needs to be done to reduce infection rates. A major contributor to infection rates, particularly for a virus that can survive on most surfaces for hours, is the use of common touchpoints. In a single day, common touchpoints such as door handles & buttons can come into contact with thousands of people. The reduction or elimination of these touchpoints is therefore key.
Bolstering Enterprise Security, A Federal Priority
Bolstering Enterprise Security, A Federal Priority
The latest Australian Federal Budget handed down by the Government in May 2021, prioritised a $50 million investment in cybersecurity services in government, data centres and telecommunications networks. This spending reflects the growing need in Australia to ensure organisations are hardened to online threats.
Are you safe while working from home?
Are you safe while working from home?
Remote work is disrupting the workplace and it is here to stay! Browsing habits have changed, not without consequences. Today, instead of targeting companies’ infrastructure, cyber-attacks aimed at employees.
Security Solutions for a Post-COVID World
Security Solutions for a Post-COVID World
Pandemic-related economic factors are likely to continue to present challenges across many industries in 2021. While the global pandemic has certainly taken the world by surprise, the security industry excels at planning for the unexpected and is resourceful in times of crisis. However, at a time when budgets are tight, many businesses, cities, critical infrastructure and transportation agencies need to be creative about how they use, update and redeploy their security systems across their organizations. When thinking more broadly about the role of physical security and what it can do beyond traditional applications to deliver more value, organizations need to think beyond the immediate challenges posed by the pandemic. They need to work to ensure that their investments not only solve today’s problems but also continue to play a strategic role even once the pandemic is finally in the rear-view mirror.
End-of-life Windows 7; Security Risk for PC users
End-of-life Windows 7; Security Risk for PC users
Recent research by antivirus vendor Kaspersky shows that almost a quarter of PC users globally are still using the end-of-life operating system Windows 7 which creates a security risk and vulnerability to cyberattacks. This operating system stopped receiving mainstream support in January 2020. Once an OS has come to the end of its life-cycle, the vendor will no longer issue any further updates which include critical security fixes.
Extreme Networks outlines how to overcome 4 Common IoT Security Vulnerabilities
Extreme Networks outlines how to overcome 4 Common IoT Security Vulnerabilities
Global research firm, Statista, projects IoT spending will surpass $1 trillion by 2023. But before you get lost in the cloud of opportunity, it’s critical to stay grounded. The average cost of a data breach in 2020 was $3.86 million globally. That figure increased 9.8 per cent year-on-year in Australia, priced at $3.35 million, a sobering fact to consider. Add to this, malicious attack breaches were more financially heavy, costing organisations across the globe on average $3.74 million instead of system glitches, at $2.90 million, and human error, at $2.82 million.
Ransomware recovery costs have more than doubled in the past year
Ransomware recovery costs have more than doubled in the past year
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has received an average of 164 cybercrime reports a day. For this reason, Cybersecurity should be at the forefront of the businesses action plan. In an ever-growing and developing technological world, a new threat has emerged; Cybercrime. This threat targets not only individuals but also businesses and has an extensive global reach.
Fortis Security announces partnership with Ermes
Fortis Security announces partnership with Ermes
Fortis has partnered with Ermes to provide clients with a security solution to combat the evolving cybersecurity threats businesses are now faced with. Ermes is an intelligent anti-phishing software that acts directly on a browser to prevent and intervene on targeted web attacks that other security solutions cannot recognise.
Milestone introduces the new Husky IVO Series
Milestone introduces the new Husky IVO Series
Milestone is a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions as well as being a Fortis partner. Not long to go before the New Milestone Husky™ series is here. Put a cross in your calendar for May 18 and get ready to place your pre-orders.
Have you seen the latest version of Genetec Security Centre?
Have you seen the latest version of Genetec Security Centre?
Genetec is a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions as well as being a Fortis partner.  Recently Genetec has announced a new version (v 5.10) of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. Contact us to learn more about how you can use Genetec for your business security solutions. 
How can Access control & CCTV assist in managing a pandemic?
How can Access control & CCTV assist in managing a pandemic?
Globalisation is the process of connection and interaction between businesses, people and governments across the world. This has been an increasing trend; allowing companies to provide services and products to a much greater market and have access to a more extensive array of resource options. However, the increased globalisation has also increased the susceptibility for viruses to spread and pandemics to occur affecting the entire globe. Read the article to understand how can Access control systems & CCTVs assist in managing a pandemic?
Are you thinking about cybersecurity? Are you sure you’re protected?
Are you thinking about cybersecurity? Are you sure you’re protected?
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has received an average of 164 cybercrime reports a day. For this reason, Cybersecurity should be at the forefront of the businesses action plan. In an ever-growing and developing technological world, a new threat has emerged; Cybercrime. These threats targets not only individuals but also businesses and has an extensive global reach.

Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co., Ltd. is a partially Chines state-owned publicly traded company based in Hangzhou which sells video surveillance products and services around the world. Dahua Dahua Technology is a leader in video surveillance manufacturing, and is considered to be the world's second largest supplier of video surveillance products and solutions creating advanced electronic security solutions for transportation, education, city surveillance, retail and commercial markets worldwide.

Delta Electronics Inc. a global provider of power and thermal management products and solutions established in 1971 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. Delta is the world's largest provider of switching power supplies and brushless fans. As a globle energy-saving solutions provider with core competencies in power electronics and automation, Delta's business categories include Power Electronics, Automation, and Infrastructure.

FLIR Systems is a world leader specializing in the design and production of thermal imaging cameras, components and imaging sensors. FLIR designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes technologies that enhance perception and awareness. FLIR brings innovative sensing solutions into daily life through thermal imaging, visible-light imaging, video analytics, measurement and diagnostic, and advanced threat detection systems.

GEUTEBRÜCK – VIDEO SECURITY SOFTWARE AND TRANSPARENCY MADE IN GERMANY Geutebrück is an international provider of unique, intelligent and user-friendly video security software solutions and the associated hardware. Our customers are based all over the world: We work with museums that look after priceless historic treasures, public bodies and authorities that play an important role in their country as part of the critical infrastructure (KRITIS), cities striving to keep their citizens safe, and industrial businesses who want to protect themselves against break-ins, espionage or sabotage, or who want to optimise their processes with video detection and artificial intelligence (AI).

Inner Range is a manufacturer of integrated electronic security software and systems. Australian based but world-leading, Inner Range has over 30 years’ experience with more than 150,000 installations globally. Our continuous investment in research and development ensures our products maintain an innovative and cutting-edge design to the benefit of thousands of small and large organisations alike.

Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., is a Chinese partially state-owned manufacturer of video surveillance equipment for civilian and military purposes. Hikvision is the world's leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions.

Milestone Systems is a global leader within open platform video management software, founded in 1998 and now operating as a stand-alone company in the Canon Group. Milestones video management software (VMS) is for IP network-based video surveillance, dedicated to deliver high quality business video platform software, in which Milestones community of hardware and software partners can integrate their video solutions for security and beyond.

Honeywell International Inc. is a technology and manufacturing company. The Honeywell operates through four segments: Aerospace, Home and Building Technologies, Performance Materials and Technologies, and Safety and Productivity Solutions.

Sophos is a British security software and hardware company. Sophos develops products for communication endpoint, encryption, network security, email security, mobile security and unified threat management. Sophos is committed to innovation and being a market leader, Gartner has named Sophos as one of only two Visionaries among 18 vendors included in the 2020 Magic Quadrant for Network Firewalls. A defining strength of Sophos is the Synchronized Security, with XDR-style integration that enables Sophos endpoint, firewall, and other next-generation security solutions to share information and automate detection and response in ways that isolated point solutions cannot.

IDEMIA is a technology company headquartered Courbevoie, France. It provides identity-related security services, and sells facial recognition and other biometric identification products and software to private companies and governments.

IDIS is a global security company that designs, develops, and manufactures surveillance solutions for a wide range of commercial and public sector markets. As the largest video surveillance manufacturer in South Korea, with headquarters and manufacturing facilities just outside of Seoul, IDIS operates across 50 countries and 100+ strategic partners. IDIS is a world-leading digital surveillance solution provider with more than two million recorders installed worldwide and over 16.5 million cameras utilizing IDIS technology.

Juniper Networks, Inc. is an American Global corporation headquartered out of Sunnyvale, California. Juniper develops and markets networking products, including routers, switches, network management software, network security products, and software-defined networking technology. Juniper of innovators, we believe that creating simplicity through engineering is the highest form of innovation. From our first release, the ground-breaking M40 router, to today’s end-to-end advancements in network security, automation, performance, and scale, our drive to move beyond the constraints of complexity has expanded the reach of networks everywhere. We’ve enabled our customers to connect to everything and empower everyone in ways that have literally changed the world.

In October 2019, i-PRO became independent from Panasonic to establish the Image Sensing Business named Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd. The word "i-PRO" in the company name implies that we are professionals who are firmly committed to provide imaging, intelligence, and integration.

Pelco is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of predictive video security solutions, including video surveillance cameras, video management and recording systems, security software, and aligned services.

SALTO Systems SL manufactures and distributes security products. The Company develops and markets electronic locking solutions, access control platforms, and related software products. SALTO Systems driven by innovation. Guided by insights into customer needs, delivering industry-leading, next-generation electronic locking solutions without wires and without mechanical keys. Since 2001, SALTO has been redefining the access control world by continually being first to anticipate market needs in a rapidly evolving marketplace. SALTO set new standards in security, manageability and scalability.

Suprema is a leading global provider of access control, time & attendance and biometrics solutions. By combining world renowned biometric algorithms with superior engineering, Suprema has introduced innovations to the security industry over the last decades. Suprema’s extensive range of portfolio includes biometric access control systems, time & attendance solutions, fingerprint live scanners, mobile authentication solutions and embedded fingerprint modules. Suprema is named the world’s top 50 security manufacturers and has a worldwide sales network in over 140 countries with no.1 market share in biometric access control in EMEA region.

VIVOTEK Inc. founded in February 2000. The Company markets VIVOTEK solutions worldwide and has become a leading brand in global security surveillance. In recent years, VIVOTEK has developed comprehensive IP surveillance solutions that encompass its broad range of network cameras, PoE switches, network video recorders, and video management software.

Uniview is the pioneer and leader of IP video surveillance.Firstly introduced IP video surveillance to China, Uniview now is the third largest player in video surveillance in China. In 2018, Uniview has the 4th largest global market share.

VIVOTEK Inc. founded in February 2000. The Company markets VIVOTEK solutions worldwide and has become a leading brand in global security surveillance. In recent years, VIVOTEK has developed comprehensive IP surveillance solutions that encompass its broad range of network cameras, PoE switches, network video recorders, and video management software. In response to the possibilities offered by the rising trend of IoT, VIVOTEK aspires to become the Eye in IOT by drawing on its expansive technological capabilities in image and audio. VIVOTEK continue improving its software/hardware R&D capabilities and expanding its already extensive strategic alliances with leading international software and hardware partners. This synergy of independent and cooperative development will maximize potential, achieve high-level system application, technology integration, and more deeply satisfy user demands across vertical markets.

VIVOTEK’s solutions provide for the safety of people and communities worldwide, a responsibility that also calls for environmental sustainability. Therefore, VIVOTEK ceaselessly seeks to improve the quality of its solutions while protecting the environment in which we all live. VIVOTEK has attained various international standards of certification, including the ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems and TL9000 – Telecommunications Quality Management Systems.