Hikvision announces a collaboration with Evercam, a construction time-lapse and project management software developer, to provide a joint solution that can help construction companies optimize performance and minimize risk on their large projects.

Evercam software gives construction managers an insight of what is actually happening on project sites, at any time. They can see how a project is progressing, providing crucial information to help them manage the project. For example, they can see how much earth has been removed, or if a delivery has been made.

The software uses Hikvision AIoT cameras and NVRs because they provide very high-resolution footages to capture what happens on site, like the 4K AcuSense Strobe Light and Audible Warning Varifocal Camera that is ideal for the Evercam solution.  The solution also makes use of the AI features in the cameras, such as ANPR (license-plate recognition) and people counting.

Evercam integrates information from video feeds into its ‘4D BIM plan’, a 3D CAD plan for a construction project that includes a timeline and key milestones. This gives a clear view of how the project is advancing compared to the delivery schedule.

“We see the construction industry becoming more and more digitalized, which is a great opportunity for our partnership with Hikvision”, says Marco Herbst, Evercam’s CEO. “Because Hikvision has a large range of products, we are able to continue expanding our capabilities quickly. Hikvision is also driving innovation in the intelligent camera space, and we are excited to incorporate even higher-resolution, smarter cameras with even more AI features in our solution in the future.”

“Now part of the Hikvision Technology Partner Program, Evercam is working with a large range of Hikvision products incorporated into its solution for construction companies worldwide”, says Adler Wu, Global Technology Partner Alliance Manager at Hikvision. “This is a good practical example of how Hikvision innovation can be a key component in AIOT solutions that provide real value in high stakes industries, such as construction.”

Eagle Eye Networks and Advancis have completed a technical integration that combines Eagle Eye cloud video surveillance with the Advancis PSIM+ (physical security information management) platform to deliver integrated cloud video surveillance for global enterprise customers. Designed for control rooms and security operations centres, the Eagle Eye-Advancis integration delivers a single unified interface for interactive monitoring and event-and-alert management.

The Advancis PSIM+ combined with the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system) delivers cloud video for use-case specific security solutions at large enterprise scale. Customers are taking advantage of Eagle Eye’s AI and advanced analytics to automate detection of problems, reduce operator needs, and improve security – all within the Advancis PSIM+.

Unlike most conventional PSIMs, the Advancis flagship PSIM+ platform, Winguard, offers comprehensive integration of an entire building and higher-tier mission control systems.

“Eagle Eye Networks enterprise customers have complex and changing business and security needs,” said Dean Drako, Founder and CEO of Eagle Eye Networks. “Our open API allows a seamless integration with Advancis Winguard, offering a great solution to customers with large-scale operations. Eagle Eye’s global reach and comprehensive camera compatibility delivers what these customers need for full deployment.”

The Advancis Winguard platform is open software with APIs that deliver fully redundant, hot-standby multi-tenant solutions, for both SaaS and on-prem environments, including integrated security, building automation, IT and communication systems. The Winguard platform is scalable from a single workstation system to a global operations centre solution.

The European Commission has instructed its employees to remove the TikTok app from their personal and business phones for security reasons, Politico reported.

It is expected that other EU institutions, the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament, will take similar steps in the near future.

TikTok, a social network owned by a Chinese tech company, is raising national security concerns in some countries, especially when a study by cyber security company Internet 2.0 reported that the app collects more data than any other social network or messaging service.

Previously, the US also banned the use of TikTok on devices used for public services.

The global burglar alarm systems market size is anticipated to reach USD 6.72 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 6.3% from 2023 to 2030 this is according to a new report by Grand View Research.

The demand for burglar alarm systems is expected to increase due to the growing popularity of smart homes, including intelligent security systems. According to the research, market players are likely to embrace business strategies such as partnerships, mergers & acquisitions to gain more market share. The increasing demand for a high level of security in residential complexes, commercial buildings, and industrial complexes is likely to fuel the need for the burglar alarm systems market in the coming years.

The wireless alarm segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Wireless security cameras have become increasingly popular due to their adaptability and ease of use. They are simple to put up and lower installation costs by eliminating wires or professional installation.

The hardware component sub-segment led the burglar alarm systems market in 2022. At the same time, motion detector sensors under the classification of hardware sub-segment are expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

In 2022, North America represented the highest revenue share. Security alarm systems in households in North America are required to be registered with the police department. For instance, in some regions, for example, Oklahoma city, the police department does not investigate alarms generated by unauthorized security systems.

Some of the key players in this field that are also mentioned in the report include, ADT, Assa Abloy, Banhams, Dahua, Hikvision, Honeywell, Inovonics, Johnson Controls, Napco, Risco, Securitas, and Siemens.

Chief Technology Officer Hartmut Sprave will leave Mobotix AG at his request after five years of service, with his contract expiring on May 31, 2023, to take on new professional challenges.

He will be succeeded by Christian Cabirol, who will be responsible for all R&D focus areas and technology partnerships as key elements of a solution-oriented strategy based on “Made in Germany” quality and the highest cyber security.

Christian Cabirol has been working for Mobotix since 2016. He currently leads the development of camera software as a fundamental part of the R&D strategy. Cabirol will take over the Executive Board position from Hartmut Sprave by June 1, 2023, at the latest.

“I warmly welcome Christian Cabirol as the new CTO at Mobotix. He has an excellent understanding of the strengths that Mobotix possesses in both hardware and software development and how he can further expand them. Christan Cabirol’s strategic vision for developing value-added solutions will help expand sales worldwide,” said Toshiya Eguchi, Chairman of the Supervisory Board.

Siemens AG and Siemens Healthineers have provided immediate assistance of €500,000, respectively, to help the victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria and to support rescue efforts. In addition, both companies have called on their employees for donations – every euro donated by their employees will be matched.

“Our thoughts are with the victims, with their families, with all those affected,” said Roland Busch, President and CEO of Siemens AG. “We want to help, so we have. Together with Siemens Healthineers, we’ve already provided €1 million in immediate assistance. That’s a start. Siemens Caring Hands, our charitable organization, is currently surveying the situation to see what else we can do.”

Through Siemens Caring Hands e.V. the company’s charitable organization, the donations will be provided to selected relief organizations, which use the money to provide aid measures in the affected countries in the event of disasters – the measures range from tents and accommodation to technical support, food and drinking water, and basic medical care.

Qognify, a leading provider of Physical Security and Enterprise Incident Management software solutions, is being acquired by Hexagon AB.  With it headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. Hexagon acquires Qognify from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm.

Qognify was formed in 2015 when Battery Ventures acquired the physical security division of Nice Systems, thus creating a new brand in the market. In 2018, Qognify acquired On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. with its brands ONSSI and Seetec, forming a leading global player in the physical security market. Qognify’s video management (VMS) and incident management (EIM) solutions are used by companies and organisations around the world to mitigate risk and reduce the impact of incidents related to security, safety and operations.

Steve Shine, President and CEO at Qognify, highlights the opportunity the acquisition creates for Qognify: “Joining Hexagon gives Qognify the ability to expand its footprint in the area of true enterprise-class physical security solutions – especially in key verticals such as public safety, infrastructure and transportation. Qognify will be able to leverage Hexagon’s geographic reach to address additional markets. The acquisition creates a solid basis for continuous growth and development, from which also existing customers and partners will benefit.”

Qognify will operate as part of Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division. Completion of the transaction (closing) is subject to customary regulatory approvals.