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Confident Technologies gives its 2012 Authentication Predictions
posted on 22/12/2011

As we quickly approach the end of the year, here are some Confident Technologies’ top 5 authentication predications for 2012. They include authentication trends that we think will emerge next year, as well as some predictions about some specific attacks that could happen next year. 1. BYOMD (bring your own mobile device) will spell big trouble for businesses in terms of data loss in 2012. Employees and contractors are increasingly bringing their personal smartphones and tablets to work and using the devices for a blend of personal and business related activities. 2012 will bring even more of this and we’ll see a few high-profile incidents of enterprise data loss resulting from allowing employees to connect their personal mobile devices to the company network without proper security protocols in place. The end result will be more businesses enforcing stricter authentication and security policies, particularly in regards to what information can be accessed, used and stored on mobile dev... [more]

RISCO released the LightSYSTM Flexible Hybrid System
posted on 20/12/2011

Since its latest launch, RISCO's advanced security system is in high demand and already fourteen countries accross Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas are buying the LightSYSTEM Flexible Hybrid System for small commercial and residential markets accross the globe. Based on RISCO Group's state-of-the-art technologies, LightSYS offers total flexibility to the professional installer. LightSYS provides installers the choice of up to 32 wired, wireless or RISCO Bus detectors in any combination. Flexible communication from within the main housing includes plug-in GSM/GPRS and IP modules, onboard PSTN and optional Long Range Radio programmable from LightSYS. The LightSYS Wireless Receiver can be installed inside or outside the main enclosure. It can also be installed stand-alone and is ideal for parking gate control, with support for up to 200 keyfobs. Within the next six months RISCO Group plans to roll out LightSYS in at least ten additional markets worldwide.... [more]

Can Physical Security Industry continue to grow in 2012
posted on 14/12/2011

The third annual report from Memoori highlights that the growth in Physical Security Business can only come about during the next 3 years from a stream of more innovative products and systems that deliver on meeting the customers need to drive more ROI out of its investment. Physical security needs to move, as far as possible, from a cost centre to a profit centre status, if it’s to overcome the anticipated aftershock from the 2008 financial meltdown which now looks inevitable. This will dampen future demand but we are optimistic that as it can now deliver more attractive opportunities for clients to improve security and profit from it, demand will edge forward at a CAGR of 3.7% over the next 5 year period. The report identifies 5 emerging technologies that are already creating new business opportunities and also discusses advances in their development that will further impact on the business in the future, The former include: Wireless Technology. IP Networking Technology. V... [more]

QNAP Security Integrates LG IP Cameras to Offer Users Wider Choices
posted on 30/11/2011

QNAP® Security today announced that LG® IP cameras are successfully integrated with its Linux-based VioStor NVR (Network Video Recorder) series. Users of LG IP cameras can now leverage the QNAP VioStor NVR series, featuring high performance hardware platform with excellent data processing power, easy installation without a PC needed, and award-winning data storage technology to establish a high reliable network surveillance system. QNAP VioStor NVR series ranges from 2-drive entry-level to 8-drive professional models, along with 4-48 channel recording in H.264, MPEG-4, MJPEG and MxPEG formats. The VioStor NVR offers E-map and multi-server monitoring—users can locate up to 128 IP cameras on a multi-layered digital map, receive instant alert notifications, and view corresponding IP cameras simply by clicking the camera’s icon. In addition, users can directly monitor and play back videos and audio by connecting a compatible widescreen TV or monitor and plug in a USB mouse to the VioStor Pro... [more]

IP video surveillance systems : free educational test night programme by Axis
posted on 23/11/2011

During the dark winter months, many CCTV surveillance systems have to operate in the most challenging of conditions which can result in useless footage unless the right lighting solutions are put in place. Surveillance systems that integrate the right light source will achieve the highest levels of safety and security at night. IP video surveillance systems are no different. With network cameras enabling end users to view live footage at anytime from anywhere, it is even more crucial to ensure excellent images 24/7. With this in mind, world leading network video provider Axis Communications and LED lighting specialists Raytec, are teaming up to offer a free educational test night programme to help installers and users of IP video get the most from their system. Two test night events will be held in November in the South of England and Scotland. Attendees will be able to see for themselves how well-designed lighting will transform the quality of footage captured at night time. Each... [more]

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