Tag: Axis Communications
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...
FAST announces 2025 National Security Technician Day
January 2, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has announced the third annual National Security Technician Day, an annual commemorative day held on Jan. 23 to honor security technicians across the country.
On National Security Technician Day 2025 and the week that follows, FAST encourages all businesses and individuals in the security industry to recognize the hard work, dedication and skills that security technicians provide.
From the installation...
Security Systems News welcomes 'Emerging Leaders under 40' Class of 2025
December 16, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Security Systems News is excited to announce our “Emerging Leaders under 40” Class of 2025, highlighting those security professionals who have already made an indelible mark on the companies they work for.
Previously known as the “40 under 40” awards, this rebranded annual awards program features leaders who have proven themselves to be self-motivated, team-oriented creative thinkers who have shown leadership competencies by engaging in the vision...
SIA announces the 2025 Security Megatrends
December 12, 2024SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2025 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry.
SIA’s 2025 Security Megatrends were selected based on fall 2024 survey data and focus group input received from hundreds of top security industry business leaders, association...
Axis Communications announces new ARTPEC-9 chip
November 21, 2024SSN Staff
CHELMSFORD, Mass. — Axis Communications has announced the 9th generation of its purpose-built system-on-chip (SoC).
The new ARTPEC-9 SoC offers advanced video compression to reduce bandwidth and storage needs, especially beneficial for cloud-based video solutions. With an incredibly low bitrate, the SoC helps deliver high-quality imaging with outstanding forensic detail. Additionally, ARTPEC-9 offers enhanced deep learning capabilities that allow users to leverage the latest video analytics...
Security industry benefit concert raises over $11,000
November 13, 2024SSN Staff
MIAMI, Fla. — Mission 500 joined forces with Axis Communications for an uplifting evening of music to raise funds for Hurricane Helene victims in Nashville on Oct. 17, 2024.
With the generosity of event attendees and a matching contribution from Axis, the fundraiser garnered over $11,000 to support families impacted by the disaster, with proceeds to be donated to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Eastern Tennessee.
“It’s inspiring to see what’s possible when community-focused...
Securitas Technology awarded 2024 National System Integrator of the Year
October 30, 2024SSN Staff
UNIONTOWN, Ohio—Securitas Technology, a global provider of security solutions integration and alarm monitoring, was recently awarded the 2024 National System Integrator of the Year by Axis Communications at its 19th annual Axis Connect and Converge Conference (ACCC) held in Nashville, Tenn.
The company was recognized for its innovative solutions and dedication to meeting its clients’ needs. Securitas Technology is known for creating client-centric solutions and has successfully...
Axis Communications opens first Southern Cone technology experience center in Chile
October 17, 2024SSN Staff
CHELMSFORD, Mass.—Axis Communications celebrated the grand opening of its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Santiago, Chile – the first AEC to be constructed within the southernmost part of South America, otherwise known as the Southern Cone.
The Chile AEC will serve industry professionals across five Latin American countries – Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia – benefitting key industries in the region including critical infrastructure,...
AI, cloud adoption dominate SNG’s vice presidential ‘debate’
October 16, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—There were no cameras, no network anchors and no fact checking - just two experts discussing two relevant topics related to the video security sector, AI and cloud, during a vice presidential “debate” at the Security Industry Association’s Securing New Ground conference.
The session, titled “Vice Presidential Debate: Video Sector Market Dynamics,” was moderated by Geoff Kohl, SIA’s senior director of marketing, and featured Tom Cook,...
Product Launches: Lifesafety Power, AXIS Communications, HID, Level Home, Hikvision
October 14, 2024SSN Staff
LifeSafety Power
B150 Step-Down Converter
The B150 step-down converter offers an additional voltage in a FlexPower system by converting a higher input voltage to a lower output. Primary power for the B150 comes from a LifeSafety Power power supply, which the B150 adjusts down to a user-defined range. The B150 is jumper selectable for either a fixed 12VDC or an adjustable range between 3-18VDC at 6 amps maximum current. An on-board LED display provides real-time values for output voltage,...