Tag: monitoring
Securing tomorrow: Experts examine AI, video analytics trends for 2025
January 8, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — With developing technologies changing the shape of monitoring services, a panel of experts discussed the past and future of video analytics during a recent Security Insights webcast hosted by Security Systems News.
But before you can move forward, it’s important to look back, as moderator and SSN Editor Cory Harris encouraged a panel of experts to share their highlights in 2024.
“A lot of things have happened over the year, and it’s...
Interface Systems offers predictions for 2025
January 7, 2025SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS — Interface Systems has identified key security and technology trends that it believes will shape retail and restaurant security in the coming year and its shared them in the form of 2025 predictions.
Interface said that it sees a convergence of AI, advanced video analytics, and smarter monitoring solutions driving more proactive and efficient business security systems in the future.
“As threats continue to evolve, we anticipate that innovation in AI, video analytics,...
Interface deploys Virtual Security Guard for fast-food chain
December 16, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS — Interface Systems has announced the successful deployment of its Virtual Security Guard solution for the Madan-Russo Organization, a family-owned owner-operator of a global fast-food chain in northern New Jersey.
The deployment has reportedly improved safety and reduced security costs by up to $12,000 monthly at one of its most at-risk locations.
For nearly 50 years, the Madan-Russo Organization has faced persistent security challenges, including loitering, drug-related activity,...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Protect Alarms
November 20, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Protect Alarms Security Systems, a specialist in security systems, fire detection, alarms and monitoring based in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Pye-Barker said that it continues to invest in the Northeast and offers full fire code compliance and complete life safety services to commercial customers in eastern Pennsylvania.
Protect Alarms has been family-run since its founding in 1963 by Albert Taylor, Jr. and offers alarm services, tests and...
Vivint celebrates 25 years
September 30, 2024SSN Staff
PROVO, Utah — Residential security and smart home services provider, Vivint, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Vivint pointed to the past quarter century, where the company said it has led home security innovation, efficiency, safety and defining what it means to have a smart home.
Vivint’s suite of smart home and security products includes a variety of home security cameras, doorbell cameras, sensors, smart locks and keypads in addition to their offered services. Vivint offers...
Hanwha opens Innovation and Technology Center in Irvine
August 7, 2024SSN Staff
TEANECK, N.J. — Hanwha Vision revealed that it has opened its newest Hanwha Innovation and Technology Experience (HITE) on July 30, 2024, in Irvine, Calif.
The new 5,200-sq.-ft center is Hanwha’s third HITE in the United States and presents the company’s vision for the future of security and surveillance through a combination of interactive product demonstration stations, a training center, and presentation areas.
Since Hanwha developed the HITE concept in 2019, the company...
Pye-Barker acquires Brightspeed Security Systems
June 18, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety will now be able to service customers in Arkansas and northern Louisiana thanks to its acquisition of Brightspeed Security Systems.
Brightspeed, based in Monroe, La., inspects, services and installs fire alarm, fire detection, security and video surveillance systems in Louisiana, Arkansas and Texas. It also provides central monitoring services. Pye-Barker acquired Brightspeed Security Systems, which operated as CenturyLink Security prior to October 2022,...
Drako on Cobalt AI: ‘An open platform is a winning strategy’
June 5, 2024Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine — Dean Drako is a man with his thumb on the pulse of the security industry, and with his recent acquisition of Cobalt AI, he sees a diamond worth polishing.
The president and CEO of Eagle Eye Networks, IC Manage and Drako Motors, and now chairman of Cobalt AI, talked to Security Systems News (SSN) about this most recent addition to his portfolio, what drew him to the company and why he changed its name.
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ZeroEyes doubles footprint in Pennsylvania
May 28, 2024SSN Staff
PHILADELPHIA — ZeroEyes has recognized a substantial achievement in its growth for the state of Pennsylvania over the last year.
The company has more than doubled its footprint in the state, hiring dozens of Pennsylvania veterans, technologists, and skilled employees for emerging technology jobs with a global impact the company revealed in a release.
Citing concerns for public safety, ZeroEyes said it’s experienced significant expansion, witnessing a 750% increase...
California Alarm Association honors Chaumont with award
May 23, 2024SSN Staff
PALM SPRING, Calif. — The California Alarm Association (CAA) recently announced that Lilianne G. Chaumont has been awarded the prestigious Mark Schubert Memorial Award for her outstanding dedication and contributions to the electronic security and life safety industries.
The award ceremony took place on Friday, May 17, 2024, recognizing Lilianne's efforts and commitment to the industry. The CAA stated that Lilianne G. Chaumont, President of Chaumont Law Inc., has been a pillar of the...