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SoundCloud Confirms Cyberattack, User Data Partially Compromised

SoundCloud has confirmed it was the target of a cyberattack in which hackers gained unauthorized access to data belonging to approximately 20% of the platform’s users. The company said the incident was detected after suspicious activity was identified within an ancillary administrative system, prompting the immediate activation of internal incident response protocols. An investigation carried out with the support of external cybersecurity experts found that the attackers accessed a limited set of data, including email addresses and information already visible on public user profiles.

SoundCloud emphasized that sensitive information such as passwords or financial data was not exposed. Nevertheless, users have been advised to remain vigilant for potential phishing attempts that could follow the incident. With the platform estimated to have more than 100 million users, the breach could affect tens of millions of accounts.

The company stated that the attackers have been removed from its systems, although the platform subsequently faced DDoS attacks, two of which temporarily disrupted the web version of the service. Issues with VPN access reported by users in recent days were linked to security-related configuration changes introduced in response to the incident, and SoundCloud said it is actively working to resolve those problems.

Hikvision Announces AX PRO Firmware V1.3.1 with Expanded Device Support

Hikvision has announced the release of the new AX PRO firmware version V1.3.1, delivering a range of technical and functional enhancements aimed at more efficient security system management, greater installation flexibility, and an improved user experience. The update is designed for professional users of AX PRO wireless alarm systems and will be available via the Hik-Connect and Hik-Partner Pro platforms.

The new firmware version introduces support for additional peripheral devices, further expanding system compatibility. At the same time, system protocols have been upgraded, including the implementation of OTAP (Over-The-Air Programming) and the Intercom Service protocol. Special attention has also been given to optimizing ARC configuration, contributing to more stable and reliable communication with alarm receiving centers.

One of the key updates relates to the control panel, which now supports Double Zone Wiring, providing greater flexibility in system design. In addition, the AX PRO system can now be integrated with a wider range of IP cameras, including HeatPro thermal cameras and AcuSense models, further strengthening the synergy between alarm systems and video surveillance. The limitation on the number of sirens within the system has been removed, allowing for easier adaptation in more complex installations.

At the application and user interface level, firmware V1.3.1 introduces a new installation wizard that simplifies the initial system setup process. Users now have access to customizable shortcuts and widgets on the home screen, while the overall interface has been further streamlined to enable faster and more intuitive system operation.

Among the functional improvements, highlights include a new detector deactivation option, as well as support for muting sirens during the “stay arm” mode, enhancing user comfort without compromising security.

Ruijie: Unified Network Controller as a Solution for Full Visibility in Complex Networks

Ruijie Networks is drawing the attention of IT teams to one of the key challenges in today’s network environments – the lack of full visibility across complex, multi-layer infrastructures, which often represents a serious risk to system stability and reliability.

In environments where networks are constantly expanding and evolving, reliance on static, manually created diagrams quickly becomes inefficient. To address this challenge, Ruijie highlights the use of its Unified Network Controller, a centralized network management platform that enables real-time visualization of the entire network topology.

The solution is designed for mid-size and large enterprises, as well as IT teams managing networks across large campuses, business complexes, educational institutions, healthcare systems, and industrial environments, where reliable network infrastructure is critical to daily operations.

Unified Network Controller enables automatic generation of network topology without the need for manual mapping, providing clear insight into how switches, access points, and routers are interconnected. In addition, the platform offers real-time network health monitoring, allowing IT teams to quickly identify and precisely locate potential issues.

According to Ruijie, this approach to network management helps companies move from reactive incident handling to proactive infrastructure management, improving system stability, operational efficiency, and long-term network control.

New AXIS Q9227-SLV Corner Camera Introduced for High-Security Installations

Axis Communications has introduced the AXIS Q9227-SLV Corner Camera, a next-generation specialized security camera designed to withstand impacts and reduce the risk of self-harm, intended for high-security environments such as prison cells and psychiatric wards. The camera features a compact, anti-ligature design with IK11 certification, minimizing the risk of tampering while ensuring long-term reliability in demanding conditions.

The AXIS Q9227-SLV offers 5 MP resolution and a wide field of view with no blind spots, providing complete coverage of monitored spaces. An integrated hidden speaker and microphone, with on/off control and voice enhancement, enable clear two-way audio communication. The camera is equipped with 940 nm invisible IR illumination for discreet monitoring in total darkness, while a white LED allows key details to be captured in color.

Powered by a deep learning processing unit (DLPU), the device can run advanced analytics directly on the camera. AI-based features such as AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Audio Analytics come preinstalled, along with AXIS Live Privacy Shield for dynamic, AI-driven object masking to protect privacy. Easy installation and straightforward maintenance further enhance usability in facilities with high security requirements.

Data security is ensured through the Axis Edge Vault platform, which provides hardware-based cybersecurity and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure storage and management of cryptographic keys.

IDIS Expands Its AI PTZ Portfolio with DC-S6481HRA and DC-S4561WRA Models

IDIS has introduced two new advanced PTZ cameras that deliver powerful AI capabilities and high-performance NIR imaging, expanding its range of solutions for more efficient monitoring of open areas. The new lineup is designed for use in public and communal spaces, commercial facilities, schools, logistics centers and warehouses, retail environments, and perimeter protection applications. The NDAA-compliant portfolio additions include the 4MP AI PTZ (LightMaster) DC-S6481HRA and the Mini 5MP AI PTZ (DC-S4561WRA), which complement the company’s previously launched Edge AI Plus 8MP and 6MP cameras.

Both PTZ models are equipped with IDIS Deep Learning Analytics (IDLA), powered by the in-house developed IDIS Deep Learning Engine, designed to deliver more accurate monitoring while reducing the workload on operators in control rooms. A key highlight is AI auto-tracking, which detects and classifies objects in real time, distinguishing between people and vehicles and irrelevant elements such as shadows, animals, or moving vegetation. Once a target is detected, the camera automatically tracks it by dynamically adjusting zoom and viewing angle, while coordinated tracking across multiple cameras enables continuous coverage without loss of visual continuity.

IDLA further enhances operational efficiency through automated functions such as object detection, intruder detection, and loitering detection, while reducing false alarms through advanced metadata processing and two-way audio communication.

Both models feature Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) during pan, tilt, and zoom movements, and IDIS Smart Failover ensures uninterrupted recording in the event of network disruptions.

The DC-S6481HRA offers an NIR night vision range of up to 400 meters, IK10 vandal resistance, and IP66-rated protection against water, dust, and corrosion, making it suitable for demanding outdoor environments. The compact DC-S4561WRA provides an NIR range of up to 100 meters and a discreet design, making it ideal for space-constrained locations and environments with challenging lighting conditions.

“Our expanded AI PTZ lineup makes it easier than ever to design video surveillance solutions that deliver outstanding performance across the widest range of environments. With advanced analytics and auto-tracking, targets can remain under continuous surveillance, even during the most dynamic situations,” said Jun-Kyung Sung, Head of the Product Planning Team at IDIS.

Ajax Systems Expands Card Payment Activation of Services Across Europe

Ajax Systems, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of security solutions, continues to enhance the user experience by expanding card payment activation of Ajax Services across an increasing number of European markets. Following the successful rollout of this functionality in Ukraine, Italy, and the United Kingdom, the new activation method is now becoming available in additional regions throughout Europe.

The latest phase of expansion includes the Nordic countries, the DACH region, the Iberian Peninsula, Eastern Europe, the Baltics, Benelux, France, as well as Southeast Europe, further simplifying service management for security professionals. Card payments enable fast and intuitive activation of Ajax SIM and Ajax Cloud Storage directly within the app, offering a user experience comparable to standard online purchases.

This option operates alongside the existing distributor-based activation model, providing installers and system integrators with greater flexibility in how services are managed and activated. At the same time, end users can also activate selected services themselves, provided they have the appropriate permissions within the system. End-user card payments are currently available in Ukraine and Southeast Europe, with further expansion to additional markets planned. Ajax Systems has confirmed that more countries will be included by the end of the year, excluding the United States and Canada.

 

Motorola Solutions and Google Enable Android Users to Share Live Video with 911

Motorola Solutions and Google have announced a new innovation in emergency response: Android users can now share live video with 911 call handlers within just a few seconds after a call is connected. Motorola Solutions’ 911 command center software—used by approximately 60% of public safety answering points (PSAPs) across North America—is now integrated with Google’s Android Emergency Live Video feature, allowing callers to enable first responders to see their emergency situation with a single click.

“Visual context can completely change the course of an emergency response, whether it’s guiding a parent through the Heimlich maneuver for a choking child or providing assistance during a home invasion when it’s unsafe to speak but the video can ‘speak’ for you. In collaboration with Google, we are working on a broad deployment of this solution across PSAPs throughout North America, giving 911 the ‘eyes’ it needs when seconds are critical,” said Todd Piett, Senior Vice President of Command Center Software at Motorola Solutions.

Until now, sharing video with 911 involved a multi-step process with complex permission prompts, creating barriers that cost valuable time in crisis situations. The new Android Emergency Live Video integration significantly simplifies this process. Users receive a single confirmation prompt, enabling them to start streaming live video to the call handler within seconds from the moment the call is answered.

The video stream is directly integrated into Motorola Solutions’ VESTA 911 and VESTA NXT software, providing dispatchers with additional information to determine which services should be sent to the scene.

The video can also be forwarded via a mobile app to police, fire, or emergency medical services already en route, allowing them to arrive with better situational awareness and be prepared to act quickly. Android users are enrolled in Android Emergency Live Video as part of the standard terms of use of the operating system.

Uniview Solutions Safeguard Participants at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games

Uniview, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of video surveillance and AIoT security solutions, has been officially appointed as the Security Solution Provider for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 2025), taking place from December 9 to 20 in Bangkok, Thailand. As part of this engagement, Uniview is deploying its intelligent security infrastructure based on AIoT technologies across numerous competition venues and supporting locations in several provinces to ensure efficient and reliable event protection.

Uniview’s solutions include advanced network cameras, AI-enabled devices, and integrated video analytics systems distributed across multiple venues, enabling 360-degree surveillance and enhanced situational awareness for security teams. This technological support is focused on safeguarding athletes, spectators, and all event infrastructure, further strengthening the organizers’ objective of delivering a secure and incident-free major sporting event.

The SEA Games represent the largest multi-sport event in Southeast Asia, bringing together athletes from 11 participating nations, which underscores the complexity of securing an event of this scale.

Uniview is globally recognized as a pioneer in video surveillance and AIoT technologies, with a comprehensive portfolio that includes IP cameras, NVRs, VMS software, and intelligent solutions for stadiums and large public spaces.

By leveraging its technological capabilities, the company aims to reduce response times, enhance threat identification, and improve the overall operational efficiency of security operations at large-scale events such as the SEA Games 2025.

Tiandy Introduces the New Polar Day LK-II Camera for Security Systems

Tiandy has announced the launch of its new Polar Day LK-II security camera, designed to deliver clear, vivid, and accurate full-color images both day and night, regardless of lighting conditions. The new Polar Day LK-II camera (model TC-C34SV AMRA) stands out with an ultra-low minimum illumination of 0.0001 lux, a wide F1.0 aperture, and integrated AI-ISP (Artificial Intelligence Image Signal Processing) technology, which significantly enhances color reproduction, contrast, and image clarity in real time—even in extremely low-light environments.

These features enable video surveillance systems to maintain natural colors and sharp details in very poor lighting conditions, which is critical for reliable object identification and accurate detection.

The Polar Day camera series has already gained market recognition for its ability to deliver 24/7 full-color video, setting new visual standards in the security industry through years of development and deployment in both commercial and public environments.

Cameras from the Polar Day family, including earlier 4MP and 8MP models, are already available on the market and incorporate advanced technologies for accurate color rendering and detection under real-world lighting conditions.

This new generation of cameras responds to the growing demand for high-quality intelligent video surveillance, particularly in sectors where precise detail identification under varying lighting conditions is essential—such as public spaces, commercial facilities, and critical infrastructure locations.

 

Panduit Launches Direct-to-Chip Cooling System for AI and HPC Infrastructure

Panduit, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electrical, network, and infrastructure connectivity solutions, has launched its new Direct-to-Chip (DTC) Cooling System, designed for environments with a high concentration of computing resources, as well as AI and High Performance Computing (HPC) applications. The advanced liquid-cooling solution enables direct heat removal from processors, while supporting faster deployment, reduced installation risk, and scalable thermal management within a standard server cabinet footprint.

As AI workloads continue to drive higher compute demands, data centers are facing increasing challenges in managing heat efficiently. Panduit’s DTC system addresses these challenges by delivering a future-ready solution that aligns with sustainability objectives while improving overall operational efficiency.

“Our DTC Cooling System reflects Panduit’s commitment to solving real-world infrastructure challenges through smart, scalable solutions. This launch represents an important step toward enabling AI-ready infrastructure that is efficient, reliable, and future-proof,” said David Weksel, Director of Strategic Growth at Panduit Ventures.

The system is engineered for high-density computing environments and incorporates FlexFusion cabinets and rack manifolds, which work together to deliver uniform and reliable liquid cooling directly to the chip. Its design supports fast and secure installation without the need for cabinet extensions or additional retrofitting, allowing data center operators to deploy high-density AI servers without compromising space, deployment speed, or reliability.

The DTC Cooling System forms part of Panduit’s broader liquid-cooling portfolio and complements its existing Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHx) solutions. Together, these offerings provide a comprehensive cooling strategy for modern data centers, supporting scalable infrastructure across AI, HPC, and edge computing environments.