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Physical Security Platform now integrated with C•Cure 9000 from Johnson Controls

Vector Flow announces integration with the Tyco Software House C•Cure 9000 security and event management solution from Johnson Controls.

Milestone Systems welcomes Bill Rainey as new VP for Channel Sales Strategy

With the appointment of Bill Rainey, former Director for Worldwide Partner Sales Strategy at Hewlett Packard (HP), Milestone Systems will empower its partner community.

Upgraded Axis Live Privacy Shield now license-free

Axis Communications announces that its upgraded edge-based dynamic privacy masking application, Axis Live Privacy Shield, is now license-free.

Onvif Hosts 23rd Virtual Developers’ Plugfest

Onvif in April hosted its 23rd Onvif Developers’ Plugfest, and second virtual event, testing implementations of six Onvif profiles as well as two profile release candidates for access control and metadata.

Wireless Ethernet Solution

ComNet, a US-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment has introduced its Generation 4 line of Netwave wireless products that offer greater performance and increased stability.

Tyco Kantech launches updated EntraPass security management software

Intrusion support, mobile and cybersecurity applications are strenghtened in latest version of EntraPass software

The Risks of a Globalized World

Dr. Anja Opitz is responsible for the “International Politics and Security Policy” department at the Academy for Political Education in Tutzing, Germany. She conceives and leads symposiums, expert forums or seminars that are held for various disseminators – currently, for example, a seminar on the strategy ability of the German Bundeswehr in the context of the global security architecture. The Academy aims to bring science and practice together – so Opitz also concerns herself with research into the nexus between health and ­security as well as with the European security and defense policy. She is also President of the Global Health Security Alliance (GloHSA). Matthias Erler from GIT SECURITY spoke with ­Dr. Anja Opitz.

ACRE acquires Dublin, Ireland based Time Data Security

ACRE announced the acquisition of TDS (Time Data Security) based in Dublin, Ireland.

Onvif Reaches 20,000 Conformant Products

Onvif announces that there are now more than 20,000 Onvif profile conformant security products.

Panasonic i-Pro Partners with Genetec

Panasonic i-Pro Sensing Solutions Corporation of America is partnering with Genetec to offer a cloud-based digital evidence management system (DEMS) for law enforcement customers.

Keeping track with AI

Uri Guterman, Head of Product & Marketing for Hanwha Techwin Europe, explains how busy control room operators are now able to take advantage of AI technology to help them more effectively keep track of anyone they suspect may be involved in anti-social, criminal or terrorist activity

Is your physical access control system cybersecure?

Today, physical security is about so much more than locks and bolts. Many modern physical access control systems are IP-based, powered by smart software and able to process large quantities of data. This provides more functionality, flexibility, scalability and opportunities for integration. It also means they’re part of your IT network, so it’s essential they’re protected and upgraded – just like your other IT systems.

Vanderbilt International Becomes the 50th Dahua ECO Partner

Dahua Technology is pleased to announce that Vanderbilt International has become the 50th member of its technology partner program. Vanderbilt International´s ACTpro solution brings expertise to the Dahua ECO Partner Program and takes access control to the next level with video surveillance integration. Both companies look forward to enhance their partnership and explore future developments together.

Will Distributed Identity Ever Be Intelligible to the Average Citizen?

EEMA takes advantage of its global network of world-leading experts to launch mew EEMA Intelligence Report research initiative

Winkhaus: Controlling and Communicating with Smart Windows

The increasing need for security among the population demands solutions for the external security of buildings. Winkhaus offers technologies for reliable window monitoring. These can take over important tasks in the smart home system of the house and are therefore the appropriate solution for a second current trend: intelligent building control.

The Open Security & Safety Alliance joins Euralarm

The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA) announced it has joined Euralarm, the association of European manufacturers, installers and service providers from the electronic fire safety and security industry.

Top physical security trends for 2021

Here is what Genetec experts believe will be the top physical security trends in 2021.

Vienna Headquarter for Genetec

Genetec announced the opening of its 16th global office in Vienna, Austria.

Mayflex Launches 2021 Campaign

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is launching a new campaign that will run throughout 2021 and focus on the strapline ‘Your Trusted Partner for Security Solutions’ highlighting the excellent service and support that Mayflex can provide with regards to security solutions.

LenelS2 Integration with Seek Thermal’s Contactless Thermal Imaging System to Support Healthy Buildings

Master Of Observation: A conversation with Dieter Dallmeier

When you think about video technology from Dallmeier, you first of all think of the multifocal technology of the ‘Panomera’ cameras. Very large areas and views can be covered by this technology with comparatively few cameras – and it is a significant contributor to the success of Dallmeier. The cameras and ­recording systems as well as all the relevant software elements are manufactured in Regensburg, Germany. GIT SECURITY spoke with the company’s founder and its CEO, Dieter Dallmeier.

Qognify launches the Control Room Update (R16) of its Cayuga VMS

Qognify announced the launch of the Cayuga R16 video management system (VMS).

Gunnebo invests in a state-of-the-art facility in the USA

Off the Record with Dr. Anja Opitz

Get to Know Inspirational Characters of the Security Industry in GIT SECURITY’s Series

Polish Electricity Supplier Energa-Operator works with Motorola Solutions TETRA Digital Radio Network

The digital radio network ensures secure and reliable communications for Energa-Operator’s workforce and corresponding emergency organisations

Exploring interoperability with Onvif

For the last decade, Onvif has produced interoperability standards that have increased freedom of choice between software and hardware from different manufacturers, enabling end users and systems integrators to build better systems for their applications.

Toshiba: Canvio Portable Storage with New Applications

Toshiba Gulf FZE is geared to highlight the Canvio portable storage Series at GITEX 2020, designed to meet the evolving needs for storage solutions suited for a broad range of users, including multi-platform users, gamers, business professionals, outdoor photographers and students.

Ready for IoT: Bosch and S&ST Count on Open Platforms as Driver of Innovation

GIT SECURITY spoke with Tanja Rückert, CEO Bosch Building Technologies, and Hartmut Schaper, CEO Security and Safety Things about the trend towards collaboration with other manufacturers, ‘thinking buildings’ and security cameras that work like a smartphone.

Salto and Gantner Form a Global Leader in Electronic Access Control

In October Salto has acquired Austrian vendor Gantner. The combination of Salto and Gantner will form a company with a strong position in cloud, mobile access, and customer-centric solutions such as ticketing systems and cashless payment.

Onvif Hosts 22nd Developers’ Plugfest as a Virtual Event

Onvif hosted its 22nd Onvif Developers’ Plugfest as a virtual event in October – supporting the continued demand for interoperable solutions.

CAF selected Teleste’s on-board systems for the Docklands Light Railway in London

Brivo Partners with Reliance High-Tech to Accelerate Growth of Cloud-Based Access Control

Partnership expands Reliance High-Tech’s commitment to innovation and excellence in service to customers

Siqura becomes part of TKH Security

From January 1st, 2021 onwards, all Siqura activities will continue under the banner of TKH Security. These leading companies in video security solutions were both already members of TKH Group NV. The Siqura video security solutions are often sold in combination with the developed security solutions of TKH Security and this complete solution is highly appreciated by our customers worldwide. Therefore, the time has come to group all activities in TKH Security.

Wisenet WAVE integrated with ACT Enterprise

The integration developed between Vanderbilt’s ACT Enterprise access control software platform and Hanwha Techwin’s Wisenet WAVE video management software (VMS), means operators are now able to instantly visually verify access control activity and events directly from ACT Enterprise.

ACRE Acquires Texas-based Razberi Technologies