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Quantum Secure Appoints John Skowronski as VP of Global Sales and Announces Record Revenue

Quantum Secure Appoints John Skowronski as VP of Global Sales and Announces Record Revenue

An experienced executive is appointed to expand the sales channel and partnerships for PIAM supplier.

XTex Technology Secures and Coordinates Presidential Inauguration

XTec Technology Secures and Coordinates Presidential Inauguration

XTec Incorporated worked with DC Government’s Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency and the National Guard to provide mobile accountability and tracking during inauguration events.

Online Exclusive: Calculating the Relative Performance of a PIDS System

Calculating a realistic Probability of Detection (POD) or determining a measurement of actual detection performance for a PIDS is not quite as simple as many people believe. You need to understand the highly interactive and closely coupled relationship that exists between the detection of intrusions versus unwanted nuisance alarms.



Registration is Open for the ASIS 23rd New York City Security Conference and Expo

Registration is Open for the ASIS 23rd New York City Security Conference and Expo

This year marks the 23rd anniversary for this event and welcomes two, IT-centric conferences and exhibitions.

OnSSI Selected for Video Management Solution

OnSSI Selected for Video Management Solution

The Ocularis platform delivers operational and cost efficiencies to the upgraded security system at Player’s Casino.

SightLogix Introduces Low Cost Smart Thermal Camera

SightLogix Introduces Low Cost Smart Thermal Camera

A $4,995 MSRP brings accurate, thermal, video analytics to mainstream applications.

Optellios Accepts Philadelphia SmartCEO Future 50 Award

One of Philadelphia's SmartCEO's Future 50 Awards was given to Optellios, a developer and manufacturer of advanced, fiber-optic sensing and security systems.

Fluidmesh Welcomes Western Regional Sales Manager

Fluidmesh Welcomes Western Regional Sales Manager

Fluidmesh Networks welcomed Andrew Vort to their team as Regional Sales Manager for the Western U.S. and Canada.

EverFocus Receives Taiwan Excellence Award

EverFocus Receives Taiwan Excellence Award

EverFocus' IP, speed dome camera, EPN4220, was awarded for its superior quality, design and R&D.

Salient Systems Certifies Latest Product with AMAG Technology

AMAG Technology announced that Salient Systems has certified its CompleteView v4.0 video surveillance management system.

Ben Brookhart Appointed to Local Make A Wish Board of Directors

Ben Brookhart Appointed to Local Make A Wish Board of Directors

Power Home Technologies CEO will help oversee efforts for the Eastern North Carolina Chapter.

IndigoVision Announces Integration with Ipsotek Video Content Analysis

IndigoVision is proud to announce its integration partnership with Ipsotek.

Perimeter Security for Photovoltaic Roofing Systems

Since the adoption of the Kyoto protocol and the growing consciousness of “renewable energies”, more European countries are beginning to provide public incentives on photovoltaic systems. During the past few years, solar applications in Italy have seen a dramatic increase in sales and usage. Since the construction of one of the largest photovoltaic roofing systems in Italy, perimeter security of the area became a large concern.

Advanced Technology Video Announces New Manufacturing Representative Associations

Advanced Technology Video Announces New Manufacturing Representative Associations

Advanced Technology Video (ATV), a provider of innovative video security surveillance solutions, announces the addition of three new manufacturer representatives

NuSkin System Is Wrinkle-Free With Fluidmesh Technology

When Sentinel Systems LLC put in a cold call to NuSkin, they were hoping for an opportunity to serve the company's security needs. Instead, their call was forwarded on to NuSkin's A/V department. The timing could not have been more perfect.

Chippewa Valley School District Graduates to Milestone IP Video Security Management

22 campus sites across Michigan replace outdated, analog surveillance with a centralized, open platform for flexible access and efficient, long-term scalability.

Ameristar Strengthens Entries with Acquisition of Prefab Booth Manufacturer

Continuing its strategy of delivering exceptional perimeter security products, Ameristar Fence Products recently acquired Parking Booth Company Inc. of Sun Valley, CA.

OMNICARD 2013: NFC Beyond Payment & Ticketing

With the growing popularity of NFC smartphones, the managing director of LEGIC Identsystems AG, Klaus Klosa, explains both the possibilities and challenges of NFC technology in contactless people identification.

Featured

  • The Evolution of IP Camera Intelligence

    As the 30th anniversary of the IP camera approaches in 2026, it is worth reflecting on how far we have come. The first network camera, launched in 1996, delivered one frame every 17 seconds—not impressive by today’s standards, but groundbreaking at the time. It did something that no analog system could: transmit video over a standard IP network. Read Now

  • From Surveillance to Intelligence

    Years ago, it would have been significantly more expensive to run an analytic like that — requiring a custom-built solution with burdensome infrastructure demands — but modern edge devices have made it accessible to everyone. It also saves time, which is a critical factor if a missing child is involved. Video compression technology has played a critical role as well. Over the years, significant advancements have been made in video coding standards — including H.263, MPEG formats, and H.264—alongside compression optimization technologies developed by IP video manufacturers to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality. The open-source AV1 codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media—a consortium including Google, Netflix, Microsoft, Amazon and others — is already the preferred decoder for cloud-based applications, and is quickly becoming the standard for video compression of all types. Read Now

  • Cost: Reactive vs. Proactive Security

    Security breaches often happen despite the availability of tools to prevent them. To combat this problem, the industry is shifting from reactive correction to proactive protection. This article will examine why so many security leaders have realized they must “lead before the breach” – not after. Read Now

  • Achieving Clear Audio

    In today’s ever-changing world of security and risk management, effective communication via an intercom and door entry communication system is a critical communication tool to keep a facility’s staff, visitors and vendors safe. Read Now

  • Beyond Apps: Access Control for Today’s Residents

    The modern resident lives in an app-saturated world. From banking to grocery delivery, fitness tracking to ridesharing, nearly every service demands another download. But when it comes to accessing the place you live, most people do not want to clutter their phone with yet another app, especially if its only purpose is to open a door. Read Now

New Products

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.