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In brief: Firefly secures funding, Badlands adds integrator, SecurityTrax powers dealers

By SSN Staff

Updated 10:02 AM CDT, Wed October 21, 2026

NEW YORK—Firefly, a physical artificial intelligence (AI) company focused on safety and security applications, has raised $20 million in Series A funding in a round led by Definition Capital, with participation from BoxGroup and continued backing from Susa Ventures.

Founded in 2024 by James Batt Buckley and Alex Penn, Firefly is developing a platform that combines purpose-built hardware, AI-powered software and existing security infrastructure into a single system designed to help organizations detect incidents, automate operations and coordinate responses in real time.

Buckley previously helped scale the alarms business at Verkada, while Penn spent nearly a decade at Apple leading engineering teams and bringing products to market.

Firefly said its platform connects technologies such as cameras and radios, extracting intelligence from multiple data sources to provide greater situational awareness and operational efficiency for safety teams.

“We've accepted a strange contradiction in safety technology: the more important the job, the more complicated the tools seem to become,” Buckley said. “We now have the technology to build something fundamentally different. Our goal is to give the people responsible for safety extraordinary capabilities, while keeping them firmly in control.”

The company said its technology is already being used at Front Range Community College in Colorado, where it helps safety personnel monitor and coordinate response activities across three campuses.

Firefly said the funding will support development of new physical AI products, hiring across engineering, machine learning and go-to-market teams, and expansion into the education, healthcare and enterprise sectors.

“The stakes around physical safety have never been higher,” said Teddy Citrin of Definition Capital. “At the same time, advances in AI and hardware are making it possible to rethink how organizations protect their people.”

Badlands acquires NYC integrator Cosmic Fischer, expands electronic security offerings

NEW YORK—The Badlands Security Co. has acquired Cosmic Fischer, a New York City-based commercial security integrator, marking the second acquisition for the platform since its launch earlier this year.

Backed by Tucker’s Farm Corp., Badlands was formed in February 2025 alongside the acquisition of Webster Lock and Hardware Company, one of the largest family-owned locksmith operations in the United States. The addition of Cosmic Fischer expands the platform's capabilities from mechanical security and door hardware into electronic access control, video surveillance and intercom systems.

Cosmic Fischer traces its roots to 1968, when Fischer Locksmiths was founded. Under the leadership of Aaron Vaknin, Fischer Locksmiths and Cosmic Doors were combined to form Cosmic Fischer. Today, the company designs, installs and services doors and storefronts, locks and hardware, access control systems, surveillance solutions, intercoms and gates for commercial property owners, managing agents and institutional clients throughout New York City's five boroughs, as well as select projects nationwide.

The company will continue operating under the Cosmic Fischer name from its Manhattan headquarters. Stephen Vaknin, who has been with the business for more than 11 years and has led operations for the past six, will remain CEO.

“Cosmic Fischer has been a family business since 1968,” Vaknin said. “We were selective about who we would trust to move the business into the future. Badlands understands our industry and our business approach that has inspired customer loyalty. Joining the platform gives our technicians better tools, our customers a deeper bench, and our team the capacity to take on larger projects than we could pursue on our own.”

Badlands CEO Daniel Balzora said the acquisition strengthens the company's ability to provide both physical and electronic security solutions through a single provider.

“Customers want one partner for both the hardware in the door and the system that controls it,” Balzora said. “With Webster and Cosmic, Badlands now delivers both, and Cosmic brings a team that has been doing this work in New York for decades.”

Balzora added that Badlands continues to pursue additional acquisitions as it builds out the platform.

Vaupen Financial Advisors served as financial advisor to Cosmic Fischer, while Strauss Troy Co., LPA provided legal counsel. Quilvest Capital Partners served as debt financing partner to Badlands, and Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP acted as legal counsel to the buyer. Terms were not disclosed.

EOS expands Michigan operations with new Fenton facility

FENTON, Mich.—EOS Business Surveillance Solutions, a Security 101 company, has opened a new facility in Fenton, Mich., more than doubling its operational footprint as the company expands its mobile surveillance and integrated security offerings. The 24,000-square-foot facility was unveiled during an open house and technology showcase, where attendees viewed demonstrations of EOS's solar-powered mobile surveillance trailers. The self-contained units are used to provide security coverage for construction sites, outdoor events, parking areas and other locations without permanent infrastructure. “Genesee County has been a strong home for our business, and this facility gives us room to grow with our customers,” said Francis Ralabate, general manager at EOS. “Some organizations need visibility at construction sites, outdoor events and other temporary locations, while others are using these units as a permanent solution in remote areas where running power and network connections isn’t practical.” Ralabate said the expanded facility will help the company support demand for both mobile surveillance solutions and integrated video and access control systems. “More than doubling our space changes how we work day to day,” said Lolita Kozloff, director of operations at EOS. “We now have room to stage, test and maintain our trailers on site, and as we grow our team, we expect to take on more deployments and support more customers across Security 101’s national footprint.”

SecurityTrax launches AI-powered platform for security dealers

PROVO, Utah—SecurityTrax, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alarm.com, has launched a redesigned version of its CRM and ERP platform, introducing new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, workflow automation tools and a mobile-first user experience for security dealers. The company said the platform is designed to help dealers manage the full customer lifecycle, from lead generation and contract execution to billing, scheduling, inventory management and customer retention, within a single system. Founded in 2004 and acquired by Alarm.com in 2015, SecurityTrax serves security dealers and central stations, including SafeHaven Security, Skyline Security and a.p.i. Alarm. “The dealers who struggle are often the ones spending more time managing disconnected systems than serving their customers,” said Jeff Hansen, president of SecurityTrax. “SecurityTrax was built to change that.” According to the company, the new platform features a complete user interface redesign, including a fully mobile experience, site-wide search capabilities, guided workflows and onboarding tools designed to help teams adopt standardized processes more quickly. SecurityTrax also introduced several AI-powered features, including a conversational assistant that can answer questions about customer accounts using permission-based data access, workflow assistants that automate routine tasks, and AI-driven automations triggered by account events. “We're layering in AI in a way that's practical, permission-safe, and genuinely useful,” Hansen said. “There's real value being created for dealers here – not just in efficiency, but in their ability to grow and retain accounts in a competitive market.” Additional enhancements include roll-up billing for multi-location customers, a new accounting engine, electronic document and e-signature capabilities, a unified calendar, address verification tools, a Brinks integration, single sign-on support and expanded reporting functionality. “It's a genuinely modern platform: clean, fast, and intuitive enough that our team was up and running almost immediately, with every tool we need - from lead to install to billing - under one roof,” said Michael Auerbach, president of Alamo Smart Home.

PCSC Security, Davista partner on predictive access control analytics

LOS ANGELES—PCSC Security has partnered with Davista.ai to introduce AI-powered predictive intelligence and analytics capabilities to its access control portfolio, creating what the companies call a new approach to "Predictive Security." The partnership integrates Davista's artificial intelligence and predictive analytics technology with PCSC's access management solutions, including its LiNC-NXG physical security information management (PSIM) platform. The companies said the combined offering is designed to help security teams identify patterns, detect anomalies and gain actionable insights from access control and security system data. According to the companies, the platform analyzes access events, alarms, door activity, camera triggers and other security-related information to provide a broader view of activity across facilities and campuses. The system can also correlate information from other security and operational data sources. A key component of the offering is visual activity mapping, or "heat maps," which provide a graphical representation of security-related activity to help operators identify areas experiencing elevated alarms, access activity or other unusual events. The technology is designed to function as an intelligence layer within PCSC's existing access management ecosystem, helping organizations gain greater value from data already being generated by their security systems. “Access control has traditionally been very good at telling us what happened,” said Mas Kosaka, president and CEO of PCSC. “With Predictive Security, we are taking the next step, helping security professionals understand patterns of activity, visualize what is happening across their environment, and identify where their attention may be needed.” The solution also introduces automated and suggestive guard tour capabilities, allowing security teams to adjust patrol routes based on current conditions, historical patterns and emerging activity rather than relying solely on fixed schedules. The companies said they are developing the technology for a range of applications, including enterprise, government, education, healthcare, financial services and critical infrastructure environments. “The opportunity is not simply adding AI to an access control system,” said Scott Sieracki, co-founder and CEO of Davista. “It is using the information already being generated by security systems to identify patterns, anomalies, and emerging conditions that warrant attention and then turning that intelligence into action. Our partnership with PCSC brings those capabilities directly into the access management environment, helping security teams move beyond simply reviewing what happened toward understanding what is developing and where intervention may have the greatest impact.”

Aikido Security launches Noon workforce security platform

GHENT, Belgium—Aikido Security has launched Noon, a workforce security platform designed to help organizations defend against AI-powered phishing, deepfakes and social engineering attacks. The launch expands Aikido's security portfolio beyond application security and follows the company's September acquisitions of Cyberly and Outkept, two workforce security providers whose technologies now form the foundation of the Noon platform. According to Aikido, Noon combines email protection, device protection, AI visibility and security awareness training in a single platform. The company said the offering is designed to address a growing threat landscape in which attackers are leveraging artificial intelligence to create more convincing phishing campaigns, voice deepfakes and other social engineering attacks. “We started Aikido to make securing software radically simpler,” said Willem Delbare, CEO of Aikido Security. “But companies don't just need to protect the software they build. They need to protect the people using it. AI is making social engineering more convincing and easier to scale, while fundamentally changing how employees work.” Noon includes phishing detection, simulated attack campaigns, security awareness training, device monitoring and tools that provide visibility into employee use of AI applications. The platform integrates with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack and Microsoft Teams. “Attackers don't always need to break into software when they can simply trick the people using it,” said Alex Horlach, co-founder of Cyberly. “Aikido has already changed how companies secure their software. With Noon, we're bringing that same approach to workforce security, backed by Aikido's global reach.” The company said Noon is designed to help organizations support compliance efforts related to frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA, HIPAA and GDPR. “AI has fundamentally changed how we need to train and protect employees. What worked five years ago simply isn't enough anymore,” said Simon Bauwens, co-founder of Outkept. “Joining forces with Cyberly and Aikido gives us the opportunity to rethink workforce security and bring a new generation of protection to organizations of all sizes.”

SIA names John Mack 2026 Lippert Award recipient

SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named John E. Mack III, managing director and co-head of security and safety investment banking at Raymond James, as the recipient of the 2026 George R. Lippert Memorial Award, recognizing his longtime service and leadership within the security industry. Mack will receive the award during SIA's Securing New Ground conference, scheduled for Oct. 20-21 in New York City. The annual award honors individuals who have demonstrated long-term, selfless service to both the security industry and SIA. It is named after George R. Lippert, who dedicated more than two decades to advancing the association and the industry. Mack joined Raymond James in 2025 as managing director and co-head of security and safety investment banking. Prior to that, he served as co-head of investment banking and head of the security sector investment banking practice at Imperial Capital. He also founded USBX, a boutique investment bank, and previously served as CEO and board member of Protection One. A longtime SIA member, Mack has played a significant role in several association initiatives. He conceived SIA's Endowment Program, which supports growth and innovation efforts across the association, and served as the program's founding chair. His industry involvement has also included service on SIA's board of directors, Executive Committee and treasury leadership, as well as frequent participation as a speaker at Securing New Ground. In addition, Mack founded the Security Investor Conference more than two decades ago, an event that continues today through Raymond James and promotes the security industry to the investment community. "I'm grateful for this award and truly honored by this recognition from SIA, which has done so much for the industry," Mack said. "I am happy to have been involved as a board member, founding chair of the Endowment Committee and an active volunteer." He added that he is especially proud of the initiatives the SIA Endowment has supported, including talent development efforts, school security initiatives, programs focused on industry verticals and support for women and veterans in security. SIA Board Chair Mike Mathes said Mack's contributions have helped strengthen both the association and the broader security market. "John Mack has spent decades helping our industry grow while giving generously of his time and expertise to SIA," Mathes said. "He has brought the security and investment communities closer together and helped establish SIA's endowment fund, creating opportunities that will benefit our members for years to come." The Lippert Award will be presented during Securing New Ground 2026, SIA's annual executive conference focused on industry trends, investment activity, technology innovation and business strategy. In addition to honoring Mack, SIA will recognize the 2026 25 on the RISE Awards recipients during the event.

Pimloc launches AI-powered transcription tool for sensitive recordings

LONDON—Pimloc has launched Pimloc Transcribe, an AI-powered transcription solution designed to help organizations transcribe, review and redact sensitive audio and video recordings within a single platform. The new offering enables users to convert recordings into searchable, timestamped transcripts while identifying speakers and highlighting personally identifiable information (PII) for review and redaction. The solution is aimed at organizations that regularly manage sensitive recordings, including law enforcement agencies, legal teams, public-sector organizations and educational institutions. According to Pimloc, the platform combines transcription, editing and redaction capabilities in one workflow, helping organizations reduce manual effort and limit the need to move sensitive files between multiple services. “Organizations working with sensitive recordings often need to do several things with the same file, from understanding what was said to preparing a transcript for a case or removing personal information before it can be shared,” said Simon Randall, CEO and founder of Pimloc. “Pimloc Transcribe brings that work together.” The platform uses artificial intelligence to identify different speakers, assign timestamps and allow users to follow transcripts alongside original recordings. Users can search for words or phrases, edit transcripts and merge speaker labels when the same individual is identified multiple times. Pimloc said the software also flags portions of recordings where audio quality or transcription confidence is low, enabling users to focus review efforts on sections that may need correction. In addition, the solution offers multilingual support by generating English translations alongside original-language transcripts. The capability is designed to help organizations review foreign-language recordings without relying on separate translation services. A key feature of the platform is automated PII detection and audio redaction. Pimloc said the software can identify names, addresses, phone numbers and other sensitive data, grouping information by category so users can review and redact individual entries or multiple occurrences simultaneously. Transcripts can then be exported with sensitive information permanently removed. The company said the functionality is particularly relevant for legal and law enforcement applications. Legal teams can prepare transcripts for case files and review evidence without sending recordings to outside transcription providers, while police departments can process interviews, body-worn camera footage and other recordings within the same environment. Randall said the platform is designed to give organizations greater control over how sensitive recordings are reviewed and shared. “Whether it’s a police interview, a legal proceeding or another sensitive recording, accuracy matters,” Randall said. “Teams need to be able to check what was said, make corrections and control what information is ultimately shared. Bringing those capabilities together means they can manage the work themselves, without the delays and additional handling that come with moving sensitive files between different services.”

Netflix's Rob Kay to lead SIA SPARC community

SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Rob Kay, manager of enterprise security technology at Netflix, as chair of its Security Practitioners Advancing Real Conversations (SPARC) community and announced new members of the group's steering committee. SPARC is an end-user-focused community within SIA that supports security technology practitioners through networking, collaboration, benchmarking and engagement on technology standards and compliance issues. As chair, Kay will guide SPARC's efforts to advance security technology, provide educational and networking opportunities for members, and help influence the direction of security technology standards and compliance initiatives. Kay brings more than 20 years of experience in physical security technology and has held leadership positions at Netflix, Rivian and Northland Controls. Throughout his career, he has led global engineering teams and helped organizations design, deploy and optimize complex security technology ecosystems. “It’s a privilege to take on the role of chair of SIA SPARC,” Kay said. “Throughout my career, I’ve believed that technology works best when it empowers people and that our industry advances when we’re willing to share knowledge, challenge assumptions and learn from one another.” He added that technical practitioners should play an active role in shaping the future of security technology. “As technical practitioners, we shouldn’t just be consumers of security technology; we should help define its future,” Kay said. “I’m excited to build on SPARC’s strong foundations, bring more voices into the conversation and help translate our collective experience into real progress for the industry.”

The SPARC Steering Committee now includes:

Chair: Rob Kay, manager of enterprise security technology, Netflix
Membership Chair: Shanel Balloo, senior manager, new technology and innovation, global security and safety, Salesforce
Events Officer Chair: Josh Heisler, director of global security systems and technology, NVIDIA
Benchmarking Officer Co-Chairs: David K. Hernandez, director, global security design and engineering, The Walt Disney Company, and Prem Patel, program manager, BAPS
Tech Representatives: Heather Warner, global physical security executive; and Phil Jang, converged security leader, TikTok USDS Joint Venture
Banking/Financial Representatives: Jeremy Hedman, program manager, corporate security systems and infrastructure, Stripe; and Jason Wright, global security and safety, Visa
Health Care Representative: Zebulon Moore, director, physical security systems, Centene
Education Representative: Lisa Poltar-McCrimmon, manager, Integrated Security Services, Carnegie Mellon University

SIA CEO Don Erickson said the SPARC community continues to play an important role in advancing collaboration and professional development among technical security practitioners. “The SPARC community has continued to elevate its work in sharing information, improving the knowledge and skills of technical end users, driving the industry forward and enhancing optimization, interoperability and data enablement,” Erickson said. “The important work of this talented and passionate community would not be possible without the leadership of our dedicated members, including new SPARC Chair Rob Kay. We thank outgoing chair Bobby Louissaint for his leadership as the driving force of SPARC, we welcome our new SPARC members, and we look forward to collaborating with the committee to build on SPARC’s programs and offer even more opportunities for collaboration, innovation and growth in our industry.”

Luminys to spotlight connected security ecosystem at Security Canada Central 2026

TORONTO—Luminys Systems Corp. will showcase its connected security ecosystem at Security Canada Central 2026, taking place Oct. 21-22 at the Toronto Congress Centre, with a focus on helping integrators and end users evaluate cloud, on-premises and hybrid security deployments. At Booth 1102, the Irvine, Calif.-based company plans to demonstrate a range of commercially available solutions spanning video surveillance, video management, cloud services, access control and networking. The presentation builds on the connected-ecosystem strategy Luminys introduced at ISC West earlier this year and will emphasize practical applications for real-world security projects. “Security professionals need solutions that fit the way their sites actually operate,” said Wayne Hurd, vice president of sales at Luminys. “At Security Canada Central, we look forward to showing Canadian partners how our video and cloud offerings can support different deployment demands and discussing when cloud, on-premises or hybrid management is the right approach for their customers.” A centerpiece of the exhibit will be the company’s LumiCloud Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS), LumiCenter Video Management System (VMS) and LumiViewer platform. Luminys said attendees will be able to see live demonstrations illustrating how organizations can manage and access security systems across different deployment models. The broader ecosystem on display will also include intelligent cameras, edge devices, access control technologies and networking solutions. Company officials said the offerings are designed to connect security devices, video management, cloud services and building systems into a more unified workflow. According to Luminys, the showcase will highlight capabilities including intelligent video search, low-light performance, active deterrence, remote system management and flexible network connectivity. The goal is to help security integrators and end users identify technologies and deployment strategies best suited to their operational requirements. The company also plans to highlight customer applications in logistics, retail and outdoor environments. Among the examples featured will be Pantos Trucking’s Tsawwassen, British Columbia, logistics facility, where Luminys technologies support more than 110 camera endpoints across warehouses and outdoor yard areas.

Tyler Technologies earns TMA ASAP Platinum Partner status

MCLEAN, Va.—The Monitoring Association (TMA) has named Tyler Technologies a Platinum Partner of its Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service, recognizing the company's contributions to technology development, market growth and public safety advocacy. According to TMA, Tyler has collaborated on ASAP development, sales initiatives and industry education efforts designed to increase adoption of automated alarm delivery in emergency communications centers (ECCs). Tyler's partnership with TMA has focused on advancing ASAP integration with computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems, expanding awareness of the service and educating public safety leaders on the benefits of automated alarm processing. TMA said those efforts support its goal of making ASAP a standard component of ECC operations by reducing manual alarm entry and allowing telecommunicators to focus on higher-priority tasks. “Helping emergency communications teams make the most of their technology and staff is central to our work,” said Jessica Long, head of public safety partnerships at Tyler Technologies. “Our partnership with TMA brings together technology development, customer engagement and industry education to make automated alarm delivery more accessible.” Tyler Technologies now offers an application programming interface (API) that enables a direct connection between the company's CAD systems and the ASAP Service. TMA said the approach reduces implementation time by at least 50%. ASAP digitally delivers notifications generated by alarm monitoring companies directly into an ECC's CAD system without requiring intervention from 911 telecommunicators, helping reduce processing time and errors while accelerating emergency response. “Tyler Technologies has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving public safety technology,” said TMA CEO Whitney Doll. “Their Platinum Partner status recognizes the value of those contributions and our shared commitment to expanding access to automated alarm delivery for emergency communications centers nationwide.”

SIA names Bill Squires 2026 Insightful Practitioner Award recipient

SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named William D. “Bill” Squires the recipient of its 2026 Insightful Practitioner Award, recognizing his leadership in advancing innovative security solutions across the sports, entertainment and event security sectors. Squires will be honored Nov. 4 during SIA Honors Night in New York City, held in conjunction with ISC East. A veteran of the sports and entertainment facilities industry, Squires began his career in 1987 and has managed operations at several major professional sports venues. Most recently, he served as chief venues officer for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup New York New Jersey Host Committee. He is also a past president of the Stadium Managers Association and serves on multiple boards supporting sports and entertainment facilities and events. In addition to his industry work, Squires teaches Sports Facilities and Events Management and co-teaches Sustainability in Sports: Theory and Practice at Columbia University. “Bill Squires is a talented security practitioner and leader who has made major impacts in sports, venue and event security during his impressive career,” SIA CEO Don Erickson said. “We commend Bill for his outstanding innovation and accomplishments and thank him for his support of SIA and the industry overall, and we look forward to celebrating him at SIA Honors Night.” The Insightful Practitioner Award recognizes security practitioners who demonstrate leadership and excellence in promoting innovative security solutions through education, advocacy and collaboration with industry stakeholders. “It is an absolute honor to receive the 2026 SIA Insightful Practitioner Award,” Squires said. “The primary objective is to ensure the safety and security of everyone attending these events, and to protect the complex infrastructure that supports some of America’s most cherished pastimes.”

ADI launches five-city Datacom Road Show

MELVILLE, N.Y.—ADI has announced its 2026 ADI Datacom Road Show, a five-city event series designed to bring supplier education, product training and networking opportunities directly to customers through local ADI branch locations. The road show, which begins Oct. 21 in Denver, will showcase Datacom as a key growth category for ADI while highlighting products, services and business opportunities available through the distributor's portfolio. According to ADI, customers attending the events will have the opportunity to connect with leading Datacom suppliers, participate in educational sessions and view product demonstrations in a local setting. Participating suppliers include Hubbell, Eaton/Tripp Lite, STI, Fluke Networks, SureCall and Jonard Tools. The companies will showcase solutions spanning network infrastructure and connectivity, power, testing, signal enhancement, protection and installation tools. “Datacom represents a significant growth opportunity for both ADI and our customers, and we're focused on making it easier for them to capitalize on it,” said Mike Accetta, general manager of data communications at ADI. “The Datacom Road Show is an extension of that commitment, bringing together leading supplier partners, hands-on technical training, product knowledge, and valuable networking opportunities in local markets.” Each event will include six supplier-led training sessions, with some courses offering BICSI-accredited training. ADI said attendees will have opportunities to discuss applications, ask technical questions and network with supplier representatives and ADI Datacom specialists. The road show will make stops in Denver on Oct. 21; South Plainfield, N.J., on Oct. 27; Orange, Calif., on Nov. 4; Elk Grove Village, Ill., on Nov. 10; and Charlotte, N.C., on Nov. 17. Registration is encouraged, though walk-in attendees will also be accepted.

Matrix, Veracity integrate surveillance platforms

VADODARA, GUJARAT, India—Matrix Comsec has announced a technology integration with Veracity that connects Matrix SATATYA video surveillance systems with Veracity's VIEWSCAPE command-and-control platform. The integration enables security operators to access supported Matrix cameras, recordings and NVR events within the VIEWSCAPE interface. Users can view live and recorded video, export footage, capture snapshots, monitor NVR-generated alarms and control supported Matrix PTZ cameras from a centralized platform. According to the companies, supported Matrix NVRs and connected cameras can also be discovered and managed through VIEWSCAPE, providing a unified environment for video surveillance operations. “As security infrastructures expand across large enterprises and critical environments, the need for centralized security operations is becoming increasingly important,” said Tarun Sharma, senior vice president of marketing at Matrix Comsec. “This integration gives Matrix customers a practical route to manage their NVR video and events within VIEWSCAPE, while extending the range of Matrix video resources available to Veracity’s customers.” Mohd Faisal, sales director at Veracity Systems Surveillance Pvt. Ltd. India, said the integration expands the video surveillance capabilities available to VIEWSCAPE users while allowing Matrix video resources to be managed alongside other security technologies. “VIEWSCAPE is designed to bring diverse security technologies together into a common operational environment, giving security teams greater visibility and control,” Faisal said. “The collaboration demonstrates the value of open integration in building scalable and centralized command-and-control environments.”

ADRM names Brian Karas chief revenue officer

WOBURN, Mass.—Advanced Data Risk Management (ADRM) has appointed Brian Karas as chief revenue officer, a move the company says will support continued growth across its consulting, managed services and software businesses. Karas will lead ADRM's go-to-market strategy and oversee revenue generation for the company's three business lines: security consulting, managed services and DEFENDER, its security program management platform. He will report to CEO Dan O'Neill. The appointment comes as ADRM expands its pursuit of enterprise, data center and public-space projects in the U.S. and international markets. The company said it is seeing growth across its advisory, managed services and software operations, particularly within Fortune 500 campuses, data centers, universities, arenas and transportation hubs. "I first worked with Brian when he came in as a business growth consultant, and the impact was immediate," O'Neill said. "Bringing Brian on full time as our chief revenue officer was an easy decision." According to ADRM, Karas will focus on expanding the company's direct sales and partner channels, strengthening relationships with enterprise IT, facilities and security leaders, and growing its presence in more than 30 international markets where it currently operates. Karas brings more than 20 years of security industry revenue leadership experience. Before joining ADRM, he worked as an M&A consultant and held sales leadership positions at several security companies. "What drew me to ADRM as a consultant is what makes me excited to join as CRO," Karas said. "This team solves the hardest security problems for the organizations with the most at stake, and it does it with a depth of expertise that is rare in this industry."

Convergint partners with Lumana to expand AI video security offerings

LOS GATOS, Calif., and HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.—Convergint and Lumana have announced a partnership aimed at bringing artificial intelligence (AI)-powered video security capabilities to enterprise, mid-market and public-sector customers through Convergint's global integration and service network. Under the agreement, Convergint's Technology Centers will design, deploy and support Lumana's AI video security platform, allowing organizations to add advanced analytics and monitoring capabilities to existing camera systems without replacing hardware. According to the companies, the partnership addresses a common challenge for security teams: the large volumes of video collected by surveillance systems that often go unwatched. Lumana's platform uses artificial intelligence to analyze footage from existing IP cameras, identify specific events and provide insights intended to speed investigations and improve situational awareness. “As part of the partnership, Convergint's global network of Technology Centers will design, quote, deploy and service Lumana's camera-agnostic AI video security platform, providing enterprise and public sector customers with a trusted integrator to add advanced AI capabilities to their existing security infrastructure,” the companies said in announcing the partnership. Lumana's platform is built around VIA-1, the company's proprietary video intelligence model, and uses a hybrid-cloud architecture that processes video locally while leveraging cloud resources for incident analysis, remote management and system updates. The platform supports a range of compliance requirements, including SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA and NDAA standards. The company said its technology is currently deployed across a variety of vertical markets, including retail, manufacturing, higher education, healthcare, sports venues and Fortune 500 enterprises. “Convergint is a trusted integrator partner that deeply understands complex facilities, camera infrastructure and the teams responsible for keeping them secure,” said Sagi Ben Moshe, co-founder and CEO of Lumana. “The combination of our AI video security platform with Convergint's field engineering expertise gives enterprise and public sector customers a seamless path to transform their video security into actionable intelligence so they can see, understand and act on threats in real time, all without replacing their existing hardware.” Joe Young, vice president of partners and alliances at Convergint, said the partnership expands the AI-enabled video options available to customers while combining Lumana's platform capabilities with Convergint's expertise in system design, deployment and ongoing service. “Our work with Lumana expands the AI-enabled video options available to customers and combines Lumana's platform capabilities with Convergint's experience in solution design, integration, deployment and ongoing service,” Young said.

Everon, FLIR partner on UL-listed thermal imaging solution for early fire detection

IRVING, Texas, and WILSONVILLE, Ore.—Everon and Teledyne FLIR have announced a strategic collaboration to bring what the companies describe as FLIR’s first UL-listed thermal imaging solution for early fire detection and monitoring to the commercial market. According to the companies, the offering combines Everon’s fire and life safety integration expertise with FLIR’s thermal imaging technology to provide earlier detection of fire-related thermal events and faster emergency response. FLIR's A-Series thermal imaging cameras received UL certification on Sept. 21, 2026, enabling the solution to comply with UL 2684 requirements and NFPA 72 standards for fire detection, inspection, testing and maintenance. The system is designed to detect abnormal heat signatures before a traditional fire event develops and can initiate an alarm directly through a fire alarm control panel. The solution includes configurable alarm settings based on fixed temperature thresholds, rate-of-rise detection, percentage-of-change notifications and multiple monitoring zones within a single camera’s field of view. The companies said the technology can cover larger areas than traditional fire detection devices, potentially reducing the number of devices required while improving monitoring capabilities. Target applications include battery energy storage systems (BESS), utilities, energy production facilities, data centers, warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, rooftop solar installations, food and beverage operations, and recycling and waste management sites. “Working with FLIR on this solution represents a major advancement in how early fire detection and life safety systems can be designed and deployed,” said Ryan Sandler, vice president of fire and life safety at Everon. “By combining Everon’s deep expertise in code-compliant fire and life safety integration with FLIR’s proven thermal imaging technology, we’re helping customers detect thermal events earlier, respond faster and reduce risk, particularly in complex, high-hazard environments.” “When it comes to fire detection, the value comes down to one thing: time,” said Kyle McKinney, vice president of America sales for FLIR Advanced & Integrated Systems. “By enabling earlier detection of developing thermal events, FLIR's UL-listed thermal imaging solution gives organizations more time to respond before a fire impacts people, assets and operations.”

OpenEye adds AI visual search, alerting tools to OWS platform

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.—OpenEye has expanded its OpenEye Web Services (OWS) platform with new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered capabilities designed to help enterprise customers improve operations and security through automated video analysis and natural-language search. The company announced the addition of AI Visual Search and AI Visual Check, two new features within its OWS AI Analytics suite that enable users to quickly locate video footage and automate operational monitoring across multiple locations. According to OpenEye, AI Visual Search allows users to find specific moments in recorded video by entering natural-language descriptions. Instead of manually reviewing footage, users can search using prompts such as descriptions of people, vehicles or activities and receive relevant video results within seconds. The company said the feature is designed to accelerate investigations, reduce incident response times and simplify video searches for operators who may not have extensive experience with video management systems. AI Visual Check focuses on automating visual verification tasks and operational oversight. The feature can monitor for conditions such as blocked fire exits, out-of-stock shelves or unattended security posts and generate alerts when issues are detected. OpenEye said the tool is intended to help organizations reduce reliance on manual inspections and walkthroughs while improving compliance, safety and operational consistency across distributed locations. The company also said AI Visual Check can aggregate results over time, giving organizations data that can be used to identify recurring issues, validate operational standards and support business decision-making. “These AI-powered capabilities mark a significant step forward in transforming video into a source of actionable intelligence for our customers, going beyond traditional security,” said Rick Sheppard, founder and CEO of OpenEye. “With natural language search and automated alerts on visual changes, we’re saving businesses time and eliminating manual effort with trusted, proactive solutions that help our customers operate more effectively every day.”

Reolink launches Home Hub 2 with local AI video search, subscription-free storage

LOS ANGELES—Reolink has launched its Home Hub 2, a new home security hub that combines local artificial intelligence (AI)-powered video search, centralized camera management and expandable storage without requiring a cloud subscription. First introduced at IFA 2026, the Home Hub 2 is designed to serve as the central control point for the Reolink ecosystem, allowing users to manage and store footage from up to eight compatible cameras while keeping recordings local and encrypted. The product's key differentiator is its Local AI Video Search capability, powered by Reolink's ReoNeura on-device AI engine. Rather than manually reviewing recorded footage, users can search stored video using simple keywords to quickly locate specific events. According to Reolink, all searches are processed locally on the hub without sending data to the cloud. The launch reflects a growing trend in the residential security market toward edge-based AI that prioritizes privacy and reduces dependence on recurring subscription services. Home Hub 2 supports a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or solid-state drive, as well as microSD storage of up to 1TB. Reolink said recordings are protected through encrypted local storage designed to prevent unauthorized access. The hub supports up to eight Reolink cameras at resolutions up to 16MP, including battery-powered, Wi-Fi and PoE models. It also creates its own local network, allowing compatible cameras to continue recording even during internet outages. Additional features include Cross-Camera Tracking, which can follow a detected object across multiple cameras and combine footage into a single video, and security summaries within the Reolink app that provide daily, weekly or monthly activity reports. Reolink said future firmware updates will add custom AI detection and self-learning capabilities that allow users to train the system to recognize conditions specific to their property. The Home Hub 2 also integrates with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for viewing live feeds on compatible smart displays. “Powered by Reolink's ReoNeura on-device AI engine, Local AI Video Search lets users search locally stored recordings across all connected cameras using simple keywords,” the company said. “Instead of manually reviewing playback, users can go straight to the footage they need.” The Reolink Home Hub 2 is now available in the United States for $199.99 through Reolink's website.

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