Avigilon has announced that its Intercom Touch smart video intercom is now available for shipment following the launch of the new access control solution. The device combines a video intercom, card reader, and built-in controller in a single enclosure while using a single PoE+ cable for both power and data transmission, eliminating the need for additional controllers or auxiliary hardware. Thanks to its surface-mount design, it is suitable for both new installations and retrofit projects.

Support for RS-485, relay outputs, and RTSP enables seamless integration with existing security systems without requiring a complete infrastructure replacement. According to the company, this approach reduces installation time, simplifies deployment, and allows security teams to focus more on protecting people and facilities. More information about the device and how to schedule a demonstration is available on the Avigilon Intercom Touch.

Suprema has announced that it has obtained the ISO/IEC 42001 certification, the international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS), providing independent verification of the company’s governance framework for the use of AI in its access control and physical security solutions. The certification covers AI-based biometric authentication and identity verification across the BioStation and BioEntry product lines, as well as the BioStar platform. Rather than evaluating product performance, the standard assesses the organizational processes for AI governance, including policies, risk management, accountability, and oversight. The independent certification provides customers with additional assurance that Suprema’s AI governance practices have been established and verified by an accredited certification body.

The company says the certification will be particularly valuable for customers in the public sector, healthcare, financial services, and other regulated industries, where transparent AI governance is becoming an increasingly important factor in vendor selection.

ISO/IEC 42001 also provides a foundation for compliance with future regulatory requirements, including the European AI Act, whose provisions will be gradually extended to high-risk AI systems.

“Our customers need to know that the AI in their security systems is not only accurate, it is also governed responsibly and verified independently. Trust cannot be built on manufacturers’ claims alone—it has to be proven. ISO/IEC 42001 provides exactly that, and we intend to maintain and further strengthen this framework as global AI governance requirements continue to evolve,” said Hanchul Kim, CEO of Suprema.

Hytera Europe has launched new websites dedicated to French- and German-speaking markets, making it easier for customers to access information about the company’s professional communication solutions. Visitors can now explore Hytera’s full portfolio of professional radio communication products and tailored solutions in their native language, improving the overall user experience and simplifying product selection.

The localized websites are part of the company’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the European market and provide better support for local customers.

The French website is available at Hytera France, while the German version can be accessed via Hytera Germany.

Schneider Electric is reportedly in preliminary discussions to acquire Bulgarian IoT and smart building solutions provider Shelly Group in a deal valued at approximately €1.3 billion. According to an analysis by Memoori, the talks are still at an early stage, and no final agreement has been reached. Shelly Group confirmed that it entered into preliminary discussions with Schneider Electric on July 29 regarding a potential tender offer for the company’s shares.

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, Shelly Group develops and distributes IoT and smart building solutions for both professional and DIY users, including products for automation, energy management, and remote building control. Memoori believes that the potential acquisition would represent a logical expansion of Schneider Electric’s smart building and Internet of Things portfolio while further strengthening the company’s presence in the European market. However, both parties have emphasized that negotiations are ongoing and that there is no certainty the transaction will be completed.

MOBOTIX thermal cameras have received FM Approved certification for fire detection solutions, confirming their suitability for use in demanding industrial environments. Certification according to the ANSI/FM 3260 standard covers detection at distances of up to 50 metres, with thermal technology enabling elevated temperatures to be identified before visible fire develops. The system is designed to operate reliably even in the presence of dust, steam, and other challenging conditions typical of industrial facilities.

At the heart of the solution is the MOBOTIX M73, which supports up to 20 individually configurable measurement areas, application-specific temperature thresholds, and multi-stage alarm logic, with the option of visual verification using a 4K image sensor. Unlike dedicated standalone fire detection systems, the modular IP-based platform can be integrated with existing infrastructure and connected to FACP, SCADA, and VMS systems, simplifying the expansion and modernization of existing installations. The solution is particularly suited to applications such as waste and recycling facilities, battery storage, industrial sites, logistics, and warehousing.

More information is available from MOBOTIX.

Ajax Systems has expanded the capabilities of its video portfolio by adding ONVIF Profile G conformance to its wired cameras and network video recorders (NVRs). This enables third-party VMS platforms and NVRs that also support ONVIF Profile G to access recordings stored on Ajax devices through standardized ONVIF interfaces. Users can remotely play back recordings, retrieve stored video and audio, manage recording sessions, and search archived footage by time using standard ONVIF functionality.

Ajax notes that its video devices are already conformant with ONVIF Profile S, while the addition of Profile G further enhances interoperability with third-party security solutions. The new functionality is available after updating wired cameras to firmware version 2.901 and NVRs to version 2.751 or later, while the DoorBell and IndoorCam models are not ONVIF Profile G conformant because they do not support SD card recording.

More information about the new feature is available on the Ajax Systems ONVIF Profile G page

The Chairman of the ONVIF Board of Directors, Leo Levit, said that the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across three countries and multiple venues, demonstrated the critical role that open standards play in enabling security systems from different manufacturers and agencies to work together. According to Levit, security teams coordinated their operations across borders in real time throughout the tournament, something that would have been nearly impossible without common interoperability standards.

Levit also warned that the security industry is increasingly facing market fragmentation, as different regions introduce their own regulatory requirements, standards, and technology frameworks, particularly in the field of cloud-based security solutions. To address these challenges, ONVIF recently introduced Profile V, a new standard designed to enable seamless interoperability between IP cameras and cloud platforms from different manufacturers without requiring separate integrations for each market.

“Open standards for cloud connectivity are how you build systems that work across different geographies and vendors. That’s what member companies from around the world are collaborating to build through ONVIF,” said Leo Levit, Chairman of the ONVIF Board of Directors.