Wesco International has been highlighted as an example of long-term commitment to open standards in the security industry through its active membership in ONVIF. As a FORTUNE 500 company with approximately $22 billion in annual revenue, more than 700 locations across 50 countries, and a portfolio comprising millions of products, Wesco has been actively involved in ONVIF technical committees for over 15 years. Through this engagement, the company supports the development of common network architecture and interoperable solutions for modern security systems.

In the latest ONVIF member profile, David Needham, Senior Engineer for Connected Systems Technology and Support Services, emphasizes that Wesco brings a system integrator’s perspective to standards development. According to Needham, this approach helps shape solutions that have a direct impact on real-world security deployments worldwide. Wesco has been present in the physical security market since the 1980s, while a dedicated sales team for this segment was established in 2000.

The company notes that ONVIF membership delivers tangible value to customers, particularly through its advisory role and advocacy for open interfaces that enable deeper integration between different systems. This approach, Wesco adds, helps end users more easily achieve their operational and security objectives in increasingly complex environments.

The full interview and detailed ONVIF member profile of Wesco are available on the official ONVIF blog: https://www.onvif.org/blog/2026/01/26/member-profile-wesco/

There are just five days left until the start of Integrated Systems Europe 2026, with Barcelona ready to welcome tens of thousands of professionals from the AV, IT, and security industries. ISE 2026 will take place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via, once again serving as the central hub for showcasing the latest technologies and integrated solutions. The event brings together leading global manufacturers and system integrators, with a strong focus on AI-ready systems, professional displays, AV-over-IP, smart buildings, and security technologies.

This year’s edition places particular emphasis on IT/AV convergence, sustainability, energy efficiency, and real-world technology deployments. Visitors can expect numerous product premieres, strategic announcements, and direct engagement with key industry players from Europe and beyond. Those who have not yet registered are encouraged to do so in time and secure their place at one of the most important technology events of the year.

Link for registration: https://www.iseurope.org/welcome/registration

TOA Electronics Europe has announced the launch of its new CX-1000 Series, an IP-based public address and intercom system designed to enhance security, connectivity, and operational efficiency. The new platform combines PA and intercom functionality within a single, user-friendly interface, enabling audio and video calls, message broadcasting, and CCTV monitoring from one system. Built with a strong focus on security, reliability, and flexibility, the CX-1000 Series is suitable for a wide range of professional applications.

Thanks to support for open IP interfaces such as SIP, ONVIF, and multicast audio, the system allows seamless integration of TOA solutions as well as third-party devices. This approach creates a unified communication environment that can easily adapt to complex and evolving infrastructure requirements. The CX-1000 Series also offers an extensive set of software features, including manual zone paging, background music, group calls, call forwarding, door control, and camera monitoring.

The system is scalable to support up to 3,000 connected devices, making it suitable for both mid-sized and large installations. Drawing on TOA’s decades of professional audio expertise, the CX-1000 Series delivers clear and reliable sound even in demanding environments such as schools, universities, hospitals, airports, transport hubs, and public or corporate buildings. TOA Electronics Europe notes that the new platform is designed to simplify daily operations while providing a future-ready foundation for integrated communication and security systems.

Uniview has announced the launch of its first mini dome camera model as part of the Tri-Guard 1.0 Series, further expanding its portfolio of active deterrence solutions. The new camera delivers 24/7 full-color imaging through a combination of Smart Dual Light technology and Wise-ISP image processing, ensuring clear visibility even in complete darkness. The model features active deterrence functions, including strobe white light and audio warnings, as well as two-way audio communication for real-time interaction.

More even scene illumination is achieved through a combination of two IR LEDs and one white light, supported by additional side lights for improved coverage. The camera will be available in 4MP and 8MP versions, with a 2MP model planned for release at a later stage. Thanks to its compact design and robust security features, the new mini dome camera is suitable for a wide range of modern security applications.

The countdown to ISE 2026 is underway, and VITEC is set to present a strong portfolio of video solutions designed to enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability across ProAV environments. At the Barcelona exhibition, VITEC will showcase technologies developed for use in corporate, education, hospitality, and large public venues, with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable, and long-term sustainable video experiences.

At stand 5C300, visitors will be able to explore the new X View range of integrated displays, purpose-built PoE screens featuring embedded Avedia technology. These solutions enable clean and reliable content delivery in meeting rooms and workplace environments, without the need for external players or additional cabling, while offering simple, centralised management. The displays are available in 11.6-inch and 21.5-inch formats and integrate seamlessly with Office 365 and ArtioCreate for fast and flexible content updates.

In Barcelona, VITEC will also introduce its next generation of encoding, contribution, and gateway solutions, including the modular Diamond C1 Chassis, the MGW Diamond H encoder with 4K HDMI recording support and power consumption monitoring, as well as the ChannelLink IP Gateway featuring automatic failover mechanisms and RIST support. Special attention will be given to the high-density Diamond C10 Chassis, which supports the full range of VITEC OG cards.

Also in focus will be VITEC’s enhanced IPTV, streaming, and digital signage ecosystem, combining live TV distribution, ultra-low-latency streaming, centralised screen management, and digital signage within a single unified platform.

These solutions deliver high-quality 4K streaming, real-time content updates, and dependable operation across both single-site and multi-site deployments. In addition, VITEC will present flexible video wall processing solutions designed to deliver high-quality 4K content across control rooms, dynamic signage, and immersive visual environments.

The solutions are scalable—from simple single-wall installations to complex multi-screen systems—and are managed through intuitive tools that ensure stable operation, easy integration, and impactful visual experiences.

PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, has officially unveiled the new Philips Signage 5000 Series (D-Line), its most powerful and intelligent line of professional digital displays to date. The new series delivers processing power of six trillion operations per second, making it the most advanced digital signage display in the PPDS portfolio, with full readiness for AI applications.

The Philips Signage 5000 Series represents an evolution of the highly successful Philips Signage 4650 line, which has gained global popularity across retail, transportation, education, corporate, and public environments. Redesigned using the latest UHD visual technologies, improved energy efficiency, and significantly enhanced processing capabilities, the new series is engineered to deliver outstanding image quality and reliable 24/7 operation.

The displays are available in both portrait and landscape orientations, with screen sizes ranging from 32 to 98 inches, enabling deployment across a wide variety of professional use cases. The series will make its first public appearance at ISE 2026 in Barcelona, where it will be showcased at the Philips booth 3N500.

A key technological advancement is the integration of an octa-core processor and a 6 TOPS neural processing unit, making the Philips Signage 5000 Series the first Android SoC display in the PPDS lineup to offer this level of AI performance. This architecture enables faster and smoother execution of AI tasks without placing additional load on CPU and GPU resources, ensuring stable and seamless system operation.

As Andrea Barbuti, Global Product Management Lead for the EMEA region at PPDS, points out, “As artificial intelligence continues to advance rapidly, so do the opportunities it brings to business users, regardless of industry or market.” He adds that the Philips Signage 5000 Series has been designed to meet both current and future partner requirements, while ensuring that AI applications operate seamlessly and transparently for end users.

The displays offer a high level of reliability thanks to FailOver technology, which automatically ensures continuous content playback even in the event of an external source failure. Behind the screen, the system runs on a professional Android 14 platform, with native support for direct app installation, eliminating the need for external media players.

Integration with the Philips Wave cloud ecosystem enables remote management, monitoring, updates, and optimisation of entire display networks worldwide. A strong focus has also been placed on sustainability, with reduced power consumption and a modular design that extends product lifespan and helps minimise electronic waste.

IQSIGHT, a technology company operating within the Bosch Group and focused on advanced AI solutions for security and identification, has appointed Sam Ward to the position of Global Sales Director. Ward joins IQSIGHT with extensive international experience in leading multi-channel sales strategies, working with distributors and system integrators, and delivering numerous product and brand launches. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the company, which is experiencing strong growth and further positioning itself in the global security technology market.

According to the company, Ward brings a strong customer-centric focus, a market-driven approach to business development, and an engineer’s perspective to shaping commercial strategies. In his statement, he emphasized that he sees this role as an opportunity to build a new way of operating, based on close collaboration with customers and teams, with a clear focus on real market needs.

IQSIGHT states that this appointment will further strengthen its global sales and partner ecosystem, while maintaining a focus on security, identification, and long-term sustainable growth, in line with the technological and strategic vision of the Bosch Group.

Synology today announces the launch of the BC800Z, a powerful 4K varifocal bullet camera with advanced AI capabilities. Combining sharp imaging, low-light performance, certified durability, and intelligent analytics, the BC800Z is designed to deliver smart and reliable surveillance for modern businesses.

“The BC800Z builds on a decade of Synology’s expertise in AI computer vision, bringing advanced analytics such as License Plate Recognition, Smoke Detection, and People and Vehicle Counting to the edge for faster, more responsive monitoring,” said Josh Lin, Director of Synology’s Surveillance Group. “With 4K clarity and superior low-light performance, the BC800Z delivers reliable, high-performance surveillance and exceptional value for demanding security deployments.”

A sophisticated AI camera for meticulous surveillance

The BC800Z delivers 8MP (3840×2160) resolution at 30 FPS with a 4.38–9.33 mm zoom lens and a horizontal field of view from 112.1° to 47.5°, offering crisp imaging and flexible coverage. A 1/1.8″ starlight sensor paired with hybrid white/IR illumination ensures clear visuals in low-light environments. Built with an all-aluminum body and certified with IP66, IP67, and IK10 ratings, the BC800Z offers robust durability for reliable operation in demanding surveillance environments.

Smarter AI detection for easy monitoring

The BC800Z delivers AI-driven recognition and event detection directly at the edge, ensuring ultra-low latency and highly efficient performance. It supports Smoke Detection, License Plate Recognition, and People and Vehicle Counting, enabling fast, intelligent incident detection. Enhanced with advanced analytics features such as Intrusion Detection, Instant Search, and Auto Tracking, the BC800Z empowers users to respond proactively to events and safeguard their property with greater speed, precision, and confidence.

Secure and safe, always reliable

The BC800Z integrates protection across every layer, from system integrity to data transmission and storage. HTTPS and SRTP provide end-to-end encryption for video and data, while the microSD card failover mechanism ensures recording during network interruptions. The BC800Z is NDAA/TAA compliant, making it suitable for government and enterprise deployments. Together, these features protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical surveillance data.

Flexible licensing for greater transparency

Starting with the BC800Z, Synology will offer device licenses and cameras separately to provide users with greater flexibility and transparency in deployment. With built-in camera licenses already included in Synology NAS and DVA products, this new model allows users to purchase additional licenses only when needed. Camera pricing for the BC800Z and future models will be adjusted to reflect the new structure, delivering greater value and cost efficiency.

The BC800Z is now available through Synology partners and resellers. For more information, please visit: https://sy.to/ywk4v

Milestone Systems unveiled its new Vision Language Model (VLM) in late 2025, introducing a new level of video intelligence to smart city concepts. The technology enables cities to understand and respond more quickly and effectively to traffic incidents by transforming real-world video footage into precise, actionable text summaries. Powered by artificial intelligence, the VLM converts complex visual information into clear descriptions of events, accelerating decision-making in control rooms, traffic management centers, and emergency services.

Milestone notes that the solution is available through easy API access, opening the door to a new generation of agentic smart city applications capable of autonomously analyzing situations and supporting coordinated responses by city services.

The Vision Language Model is powered by NVIDIA Cosmos Reason and has been further trained on more than 75,000 hours of collected video data. In collaboration with NVIDIA, Milestone leverages the latest advances in AI reasoning to help cities and organizations make better operational decisions, enhance traffic safety, and improve overall urban resilience. According to the company, the launch of the Vision Language Model marks a significant step forward in the evolution of video management platforms, positioning video not only as evidentiary material but as a key source of intelligence within modern smart city ecosystems.

More information about the solution is available on the company’s official website: https://www.milestonesys.com/company/news/press-releases/milestone-launches-vision-language-model