Fingerprints and BenjiLock sign deal to advance biometric access locking solutions
August 21, 2023
Fingerprints has entered into a global agreement with BenjiLock to advance the latter’s biometric access control solutions. Read More
NFPA 241: An introduction to construction site fire safety in the United States
August 7, 2023
Ron Alalouff provides an overview of the NFPA 241 code relating to construction site fire safety in the US, based on a talk from FIREX 2023. Read More
City in New Mexico layers AI-based gun detection software on top of security cameras
August 2, 2023
The city of Hobbs, New Mexico, has deployed an AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to protect citizens from gun-related threats. Read More
‘I was seen as a secretary, not a salesperson’ – Eddie Reynolds on increasing diversity in security and attracting the next generation
April 27, 2023
Eddie Reynolds explains her drive to increase gender and ethnic diversity in the security sector and promote it to the next generation. Read More
Ramtech praises San Francisco Fire Code update requiring fire alarms for wood-frame buildings in construction
February 13, 2023
A new San Francisco Fire Code update requiring wireless fire detection in wood-framed buildings has been hailed as ‘pioneering' by Ramtech. Read More
US-China trade war continues to polarise the physical security market
December 14, 2022
Exploring the impact of the US-China trade war on the global physical security market and wider smart cities and tech industries. Read More
Keeping a watchful ‘AI’ on school safety
November 23, 2022
Examining the security challenges faced by US schools, and how AI-based video can support in creating a secure environment for staff and students. Read More
Department of Homeland Security projects underway to use advanced AI in challenging video environments
November 10, 2022
Ron Alalouff examines a US project funding two tech startups to develop their AI offerings, so that they can be used to improve public safety. Read More
Cape May County upgrades its video management system
August 31, 2022
Qognify has announced Cape May County as one of the first organisations to deploy its Qognify VMS. Read More
IDIS reports surge in demand for cost-effective 2MP surveillance cameras
July 29, 2022
IDIS is reporting that 2MP options are seeing renewed demand in the US, particularly in a pressured retail sector. Read More
IFSEC Global podcast – Episode three: Social media and the insider threat: Presenting new challenges to security teams
July 15, 2022
In the third episode of the IFSEC Global Security in Focus podcast we speak with Mike Gips to discuss the latest trends in physical security. Read More
Campus gun threat – what’s the right response?
July 5, 2022
Darren Chalmers-Stevens reflects on the firearms challenge facing universities and colleges in the United States. Read More
Autonomous robots being used to bolster casino security operations across the US
July 4, 2022
Casinos across the United States are utilising autonomous security robots to better protect their premises and keep visitors and staff safe. Read More
Fire in New York apartments leaves 17 dead
January 9, 2022
At 11AM on 9th January, a fire took hold in a New York apartment building, leaving 19 people dead and over 30 being sent to hospital. Read More
National Mall in Washington DC implements video analytics system to improve security and safety
August 26, 2021
Home to several iconic monuments, the National Mall has implemented a video analytics system to improve security and safety of visitors. Read More
Why is public safety and security still like Blockbuster, when it needs to become more like Netflix?
March 31, 2021
Exploring why the western world is falling behind on public safety practices and needs to embrace AI for a smarter, more secure world. Read More
