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A Little Chat with ONVIF

A Little Chat with ONVIF

Per Björkdahl shares his thoughts about cybersecurity, the IP video market, access control and interoperability.

All-new VMS Information Platform, Immersive Panoramic Systems, Cloud Recording

This is the year that Pelco by Schneider Electric makes the data-driven, immersive surveillance system an effective reality.

New NAPCO Gemini Wireless Commercial Carbon Monoxide Detector

Comes with a built-in, supervised, digitally-coded wireless transmitter, and visual and audible alarm with low battery indicator.

Farpointe Ranger Long-range Wireless Transmitter Opens Gate to Paradise

Integrated with entry system, long-range solution opens Kolea at Waikoloa Beach Resort.

Transit Operators Get Convenient Mobile Asset Tracking

March Networks GURU Smartphone App helps save time and money in the field.

BitFlow Axion-CL Camera Link Frame Grabber Delivers Power and Features

Exploits many features that have made Cyton a successful CXP frame grabber by incorporating cost-effective, highly-compatible Camera Link interface.

Apriva Enables Government Employees and Contractors to Access Sensitive Information on Tablets

Expanded BT200Z smart card reader includes support for Windows 8.1.

Security Issues Created by What a Computer

Security Issues Created by What a Computer 'Sees'

Machines learning to recognize objects with accuracy, but can also be fooled by optical illusions.



Report Says FBI Lags Behind US Terrorism Threats

Report Says FBI Lags Behind US Terrorism Threats

The report says the FBI needs to hire more linguists to counter rapidly evolving threats.

Publication Gets Access to City

Publication Gets Access to City's License Plate Database

Believed to be the largest dataset ever publicly released in the United States.

Hilton Awards Program Flaw Exposed All Accounts

Hilton Awards Program Flaw Exposed All Accounts

A flaw was discovered in the Hilton HHonors program that could let anyone hijack all accounts.

VideoEdge Network Video Management System Raises the Bar

High quality, vastness of feature set recognized as second to none in industry.

Israel-US Defensive Cyberspace Operations & Intelligence Conference

Cyber security and cyber space technology has become one of Israel's most important exports.

Exacq Technologies Integrates with Brickstream LIVE Sensor

exacqVision combined solution improves loss prevention and retail analytics.

Vicon Announces New Strategy to Empower Its Partners

Customer-focused empowerment strategy to drive growth and enhance value to partners.

HID Global Showcases Biometrics Solutions

Executives to share insights on advanced identity technologies in conference sessions at connect:ID 2015.

Synergy 3 Command and Control Platform Chosen for Jakarta International Airport

Part of Indonesian Government's plans to boost annual passenger numbers beyond 60 million people.

ASIS Foundation Offers Full-tuition Scholarships

Security industry professionals have opportunity to earn undergraduate or graduate degree.

Accu-Tech and ZKAccess Announce Distribution Partnership

Diverse product suite of access control readers and panels, facial recognition, IP and AHD cameras, elevator and floor access controllers, turnstiles and consumer products.

Body Camera Caught Officer Using Unreasonable Force

Body Camera Caught Officer Using Unreasonable Force

Las Vegas police veteran causes minor facial injury to woman during arrest.

Tunisian Security Officials Fired after Museum Attack

Tunisian Security Officials Fired after Museum Attack

Gunmen attacked a museum and killed at least 21 people

Corbin Russwin Announces Custom Laser Engraving for Door Hardware

With new design option, applications for adding sophisticated, personal styling are nearly endless.

Pelco by Schneider Electric Announces MultiSight

New video service designed to help retailers easily manage their stores, from anywhere.

Betafence Acquires Intellectual Property Rights to Gibraltar US Products

Access to cable-based, anti-ram crash fences, barriers and gates enables portfolio growth.

mobiDEOS Launches Mobile App for Latest iPhones

Next-generation MobileCamViewer app simplifies connectivity of DVRs to iPhone 6 and 6 Plus smartphones for on-the-go surveillance

BCDVideo Releases High-density SAN for Video Storage

SuperNova Series delivers on scalability, reliability, and price.

Bassett Sales Corp Launches Live Security Operation Center

Security resellers, integrators and end users receive hands-on education operating Sony IP cameras and monitors in live security setting.

LILIN Video Surveillance Plays Vital Role in Flood Defense Plan in Venice

MOSE, anti-flood project to protect Venice, Italy and Venetian Lagoon from flooding and prevent the rise of sea level.

Vanderbilt Announces Strategic Alliance with SwiftData Technology

Partnerships combines access control and security management solutions with DME.

Former Member of Terrorist Organization Used Expedited Airport Security Line

Former Member of Terrorist Organization Used Expedited Airport Security Line

The man was also a convicted felon.

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