OPSWAT, a global leader in critical infrastructure protection, has released its first-ever Threat Landscape Report, revealing key insights from over 890,000 sandbox scans in the last 12 months.
This report provides a unique perspective on the evolving nature of cyber threats. The findings are clear: traditional detection methods are being outpaced, with a 127% rise in malware complexity and a staggering 1 in 14 files—initially deemed ‘safe’ by legacy systems—proven to be malicious. This report serves as a call to action for industries relying on outdated defenses, emphasizing the importance of multi-layered solutions.
Key Findings:
127% Increase in Malware Complexity
Behavioral telemetry revealed a 127% rise in multi-stage malware complexity over the past year. OPSWAT’s sandbox uncovered layered threats designed to evade analysis, including obfuscated loaders such as NetReactor and evasive behaviors that are often missed by traditional tools. These results show that modern malware intends to confuse, not flood, which is why OPSWAT’s pipeline is purpose-built to unpack that complexity.
Proactive Threat Detection
OPSWAT analysis reclassified 7.3% of files that were silent across open-source intelligence (OSINT) feeds as malicious, on average 24 hours earlier than public data sources. These were confirmed executions, not speculative flags, highlighting how adaptive analysis can close dangerous gaps left by static and reputation-based systems.
Campaign-Level Threat Correlation
With 890,000+ sandbox scans, OPSWAT connects the dots across threats. It identifies shared TTPs, reused C2 infrastructure, and behavioral patterns across campaigns. This provides defenders with context-rich, actionable intelligence instead of noisy indicators.
99.97% Detection Accuracy
OPSWAT’s behavioral and machine learning pipeline delivers results. Aided by a newly enhanced PE emulator, the platform identified sophisticated threats such as:
“Our strength lies in precision, behavioral depth, and early visibility into emerging attacks,” said Jan Miller, Chief Technology Officer of Threat Analysis at OPSWAT. “That’s what sets OPSWAT apart in delivering high-fidelity, context-aware threat intelligence.”
Why It Matters
As critical infrastructure, government systems, and enterprise networks face growing targeting from increasingly modular and evasive malware, the findings of this report spotlight the evolving adversary playbook and the need for integrated, multilayered solutions.
Cybersecurity leaders must now prioritize adaptability, shared intelligence, reassessing technology, and rapid behavioral detection pipelines to protect systems from known threats, while also keeping pace with a rapidly evolving threat landscape and anticipating emerging threats.
Filescan.io, part of the OPSWAT MetaDefender Platform, powers advanced threat detection and file analysis across critical environments.
In 2025, Primion Technology GmbH marks its 30th anniversary. Founded in 1995 as a medium-sized system integrator, Primion has continuously evolved: from classic Access Control and Time Recording systems to modular, networked platforms for Converged Security and Workforce Management Solutions, focusing on modern requirements such as Operational Technology (OT), the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cyber Security. The goal: scalable, reliable and future-proof systems with a clear focus on practical implementation and customer needs.
A new look for the next chapter
On its 30th anniversary, Primion is introducing a new corporate design including a redesigned, contemporary and fresh logo. The new brand appearance underlines what Primion stands for: technological progress, customer proximity and strategic foresight.
Our vision is to be a modern, high-performing, and trusted global solution provider for large and midsize companies around the world. Efficiency and increase of productivity are the core benefits we deliver to our customers through our products, services, and solutions. Ease of use is one of our key principles. Our new corporate identity brings this and other core values together, reflected in our claim: “Protect what matters!”.
Primion presented its new design and logo for the first time at the Security Expo in Munich at the end of June.
Technology for demanding applications
Primion systems are used in security-critical environments such as industry, research, transport, healthcare, public administration and even in the private luxury segment. Primion develops both software and hardware entirely in-house and offers highly integrated solutions that adapt to a wide range of requirements. App. Four thousand customers worldwide – from midsize businesses to global corporations – rely on Primion for safety, organization, and efficient processes to protect people and assets.
European presence with local strength
Today, Primion employs around 470 people at 20 locations in Germany, Austria, France, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands. In addition, the security specialist maintains a global network of certified system partners around the world. The company remains close to the market: with regional expertise, technical depth and in-depth knowledge of national and international standards and customer needs. As part of the listed Azkoyen Group, Primion benefits from stability and growth opportunities.
Three decades after its founding, Primion is more ready than ever for what lies ahead: with a clear strategic focus, high-performing teams and the ambition to actively shape the security solutions of tomorrow.
Engayne Primary School is in Upminster, Essex. It has more than 600 students. The school wants to give students a good learning environment. It uses digital tools to help with teaching and school work. A strong and safe network is very important for lessons and school management.
Challenge: Network Instability and Security Issues
The school relies on digital tools for teaching, administration, and overall campus connectivity. A strong network is essential to support everything from interactive lessons and virtual classrooms to office management and school-wide communication. However, with more digital tools and devices in use, the school’s network is facing new challenges:
Many devices needed to be online at the same time, but the network was not stable, causing learning disruptions and harming the students’ experience.
All devices shared a single network without segmentation or access control, which made security a major concern.
Network management and maintenance were complicated and time-consuming.
Solution: Ruijie Reyee Wi-Fi 7 for a Smarter School
To fix these problems, Engayne Primary School installed RG-RAP72Pro Wi-Fi 7 Ceiling Access Points. This is a fast and strong solution that works well when many devices connect at the same time.
Some good things about the Ruijie Reyee Wi-Fi 7 solution:
Fast and Steady Connection: Keeps online lessons smooth even in high-density environments.
Better Security with Network Splitting: Teaching devices, office equipment, and guest devices are on different networks. This makes the network safer.
Easy to Manage: With Ruijie Cloud, the school network can be checked and fixed easily. This saves time and effort.
Feedback: Positive and Highly Satisfactory Experience
Head Teacher Sarah Sankey expressed her satisfaction, saying, “Since the work has been completed, all I can say is it’s been excellent. I don’t have any complaints from teachers about the internet dropping out. So all of our lessons now are successful with having everything working, and that has made it much easier for everyone with their planning.”
She also emphasized the broader impact of the upgrade: “Our network across the whole school is now stable, which is excellent. We can log in anywhere, not just for the children and teachers, but also for governor’s meetings and visitors. This is very, very positive.”
Maximizing Security and Operational Efficiency with the Convergence of AI-Based Access Control and Intelligent Video Analytics
The global security market is expanding at an unprecedented rate. According to Allied Market Research, the integrated security services sector is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 13.7% from 2022 to 2031, reaching USD 55.5 billion by the end of the period. This growth is fueled by increasingly complex security challenges and a rising demand for unified solutions over standalone systems. Today, major corporations, government facilities, and international airports are moving swiftly toward integrated security platforms.
Integrated security is no longer just about safeguarding buildings—it’s becoming a cornerstone of operational excellence. While traditional systems focused primarily on access control and video surveillance, modern integrated platforms now unify a broad range of building functions—from HR management and fire detection to license plate recognition, HVAC, and lighting control—all within a single interface. This evolution reflects a clear industry need: security solutions that also optimize operational workflows.
To meet this need, Suprema has developed BioStar X, a cutting-edge integrated security platform that merges AI-powered access control with intelligent video analytics. Building on over 20 years of industry expertise, Suprema has created a solution that goes far beyond conventional access control—offering intelligent, scalable, and highly stable security operations for enterprise environments. BioStar X is advanced in both AI-driven access control and video analytics and provides exceptional scalability and reliability, even in large-scale deployments.
Convergence of AI-Based Access Control and Intelligent Video Analytics
BioStar X integrates AI-based access control and video analytics into a single platform. Real-time access management, video monitoring, and intelligent analytics can all be performed simultaneously on one screen, enabling efficient monitoring with minimal personnel. In the event of an incident, users can instantly identify the situation and its location, ensuring a rapid response.
The platform also features highly advanced AI-driven data analysis capabilities. It proactively detects and responds to threats through abnormal behavior analysis, including AI-based intrusion detection, loitering detection, and fall detection.
Moreover, it enables precise data analysis and enhanced security monitoring in large-scale facilities through features such as people counting, tailgating detection, blacklist detection, and missing person tracking. As such, BioStar X plays a vital role not only in multi-use facilities like schools, malls, airports, and hospitals but also in smart buildings.
For example, when deployed in schools, BioStar X can help prevent security incidents by detecting threats such as intrusions or weapon possession using AI video analytics. It can also identify abnormal behaviors like school violence or loitering and enable immediate intervention. Facial recognition technology can restrict outsider access and integrate with academic schedules to manage classroom entry and attendance. Additionally, it automates classroom locking and motion detection to secure unoccupied rooms. The system can also be integrated with pre-registration visitor management systems, enhancing campus-wide security through facial recognition or QR-based identity verification.
Maximizing Operational Efficiency and Security through a Unified Platform
By integrating multiple security systems—such as access control and video surveillance—into one platform, BioStar X allows security personnel to monitor and manage all security operations in real time through a single interface, eliminating the need to juggle separate systems. This streamlines security processes, enables rapid incident response, and improves both operational efficiency and overall security performance.
Improved efficiency also allows for optimized personnel allocation, while the reduced number of standalone systems lowers maintenance requirements and operational costs—ultimately driving down long-term expenses. Furthermore, BioStar X’s flexible scalability means additional security systems don’t need to be added separately. It can grow alongside organizational needs, enabling safer and more efficient environments.
Scalable and Stable for Enterprise Environments
For large-scale facilities, such as corporate buildings and government institutions, scalability and stability are essential. BioStar X supports the registration of tens of thousands of users and can reliably operate a vast number of devices—making it a true enterprise-grade solution. Suprema is already supporting major deployments like the Sejong Government Complex in Korea and the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Morocco.
The platform also offers the flexibility to meet complex enterprise requirements. With seamless integration capabilities for third-party systems and customizable UI/UX options, BioStar X can be tailored to meet even the most demanding environments. Security teams can personalize dashboards to display specific video feeds, data sets, or applications—delivering a user experience that is both powerful and intuitive.
BioStar X as an Essential Security Solution for the Future of Security
As security threats evolve, so too must the technologies that protect us. BioStar X represents the next generation of intelligent, integrated security—engineered for organizations that require more than just protection. Whether you manage a corporate office, a smart building, or a public institution, BioStar X delivers the perfect blend of advanced security and operational efficiency. It’s not just a platform—it’s a strategic investment in the safety, intelligence, and future-readiness of your organization.
A common misconception is that once a network device is installed, it requires minimal maintenance. However, this ‘set-and-forget’ approach can leave devices vulnerable to emerging cybersecurity threats and exploits. In reality, device management is critical throughout the entire product lifecycle – from initial setup to decommissioning. This article highlights essential cybersecurity measures and demonstrates how Axis device management software helps mitigate risks at every stage.
Implementation
The foundation of a secure and efficient system is laid during the implementation phase, where careful planning and execution can make all the difference. During this critical stage, involving configuration and staging, installation, deployment and onboarding, there are important measures to take before handing the system over to the customer.
Upgrading the device to the latest recommended device software version is a critical step. When implementing a device, it’s essential to check that the latest software version is installed, considering that updates may have occurred during the time elapsed between device production and implementation.
Using up-to-date device software ensures inclusion of the most recently identified bug fixes. Crucially, it helps maintain cybersecurity by addressing vulnerabilities through the latest patches. As cybersecurity is a constantly moving target, applying the latest device software version helps ensure a stable and secure system.
While device software updates can be done manually through the device’s web interface, using device management software gives you more control over these critical installation and security tasks. AXIS Device Manager, for instance, lets you efficiently update device software in bulk, set network parameters, deploy certificates, and configure other essential settings. By leveraging AXIS Device Manager, you can save time and effort in implementing and securing your devices, while also ensuring they remain up-to-date and compliant with the latest security standards.
In addition to updating device software, recommendations on security policies and advice on deployment can be found in the AXIS OS hardening guide. To further enhance security, AXIS Device Manager Extend allows you to set recommended security policies, such as making sure file transfer protocol (FTP) and secure shell (SSH) protocol are always closed. This ensures that parameters are constantly maintained with the most up-to-date security compliance. Even if the settings are changed in error, the management software can revert to the set policy.
You can also use AXIS Device Manager Extend to apply application policies, such as making sure that AXIS Video Motion Detection is always running the most up-to-date version on selected cameras. AXIS Device Manager Extend will also allow users to install and directly configure most applications on Axis devices.
In service
Keeping track of a large number of devices during their lifetime on the network can be very time-consuming. In addition to inventory management and understanding the status of each device, key requirements include monitoring, maintenance, and upgrades across the system. An efficient and convenient way to monitor and perform maintenance is to use AXIS Device Manager Extend as a complement to AXIS Device Manager.
AXIS Device Manager Extend provides a centralized dashboard that allows efficient inventory and asset management, ideal for multisite operations. With remote access, crucial maintenance tasks can be scaled, such as upgrading the operating system, AXIS OS; defining, applying and enforcing security policies; and managing applications. It also helps speed up troubleshooting, allowing you to identify and resolve potential issues remotely, reducing the time and expense usually required for a site visit. The system administrator can use the software to instantly check the operational status of a device, its connection stability, and that all devices are operating as intended.
The management software can also indicate to the administrator the status of the device’s operating system and whether it is up to date. As cybersecurity threats evolve rapidly, making regular software updates is essential to ensure your devices are ready to face the latest cybersecurity threats. Via AXIS Device Manager Extend, device software upgrades can be pushed out to any connected device with just a few clicks to ensure it is running on up-to-date software.
Some organizations can be reluctant to upgrade in-service device software due to concerns that upgrades can affect system stability. Axis device management software provides two options to keep AXIS OS up to date: the active track and the long-term support (LTS) track. In the active track, AXIS OS is continually updated with new features and security patches. Alternatively, organizations with concerns regarding upgrades have the flexibility to use AXIS OS on the LTS track, which provides security fixes and patches without adding any new functionality. Axis device management software gives recommendations of AXIS OS on the LTS and active tracks to help you make the best decision for your upgrade according to your needs. Axis devices are typically supported for an additional five years; that is, patches are available 5 years after the product has been discontinued.
In large systems, there’s the potential for high numbers of inactive, redundant accounts, such as temporary usernames set up for one-time service purposes. These unused accounts enable entry points and pose a potential security risk. The dashboard in AXIS Device Manager Extend presents an aggregated view of all user accounts and from here, the administrator can quickly manage them, removing them if necessary.
Decommissioning
Decommissioning devices in a timely manner is crucial to maintaining cybersecurity and minimizing risks. Devices that are out of software support can pose significant threats, as they no longer receive updates and patches. To mitigate this risk, it’s essential to plan for device replacement before they reach the end-of-support date.
AXIS Device Manager Extend helps you stay on top of device lifecycle management by providing warranty, product discontinuation, and end-of-support information for all devices in the system. You can also track the end-of-support date for each device’s operating system, enabling you to prepare for decommissioning and replacement in advance. Plus, you can easily export inventory reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
When decommissioning an Axis device, it’s vital to remove sensitive data and perform a factory default to erase all configurations and data. While this can be done physically using the factory reset button, or the camera web interface, utilizing AXIS Device Manager provides a more efficient and streamlined process.
Mitigate risks and maintain cybersecurity throughout the device lifecycle
Ensuring cybersecurity is vital throughout the lifecycle of network devices. Axis device management software increases the speed and efficiency of configuration, management, and maintenance of devices over time. Ultimately, they enable the implementation of robust safeguards to effectively mitigate the risk of cyberthreats.
Roombanker, a manufacturer of high-quality wireless alarm systems at affordable prices, is looking for qualified distributors in the Adria region.
Roombanker is an experienced manufacturer of IoT-based wireless smart home systems. Its product team, with years of experience at world-renowned security brands, brings extensive expertise from the global security market. Drawing on this experience, Roombanker developed an advanced wireless alarm system that integrates cutting-edge technologies such as two-way communication, 128-bit AES encryption, and FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) for enhanced security and reliability.
Designed specifically for residential and small business applications, Roombanker solutions ensure fast installation and simple operation for customers around the world. In addition to security systems, Roombanker also offers a complete range of home automation, energy management, and environmental monitoring solutions to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market.
Requirements for Recruiting Distributors
Roombanker is seeking distributors who meet the following criteria:
Strong Customer and User Relations: Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with customers and users, providing exceptional service and support.
Regional Influence: A strong presence and influence within the local market, with a well-established network and reputation.
Effective Brand Marketing and Product Promotion: Proven skills in brand marketing and promoting products to a broad audience, with a focus on growing market share.
Sales and Technical Support Capability: A dedicated sales and technical support team, with a solid understanding of the security market and the ability to effectively support Roombanker’s product line.
Roombanker Support for Distributors
Roombanker is committed to providing comprehensive support to our distributors to ensure their success:
Rebate Incentives: We offer attractive rebate incentives to help agents expand their business and increase profitability.
Store Support: Our partners receive assistance in establishing and promoting multiple sales channels, including traffic generation strategies to position agents as leading service providers in the region.
Business Guidance: Distributors benefit from Roombanker’s extensive business support, including guidance on sales strategies, product offerings, and access to our broader network of resources.
How to Apply
Roombanker offers two convenient methods for interested distributors to apply:
Method 1:
Scan the QR code to fill out the registration form and provide your contact information. Roombanker will reach out to you promptly once they receive your registration.
Method 2:
Submit your application directly through the company website. Roombanker business development team will review your submission and contact you to discuss the next steps, including details on partnership terms and conditions.
For more information, visit Roombanker Website or contact its distributor relations team at mia.zhao@roombanker.com.
Method 2: Submit your application directly through our website. Our business development team will review your submission and contact you to discuss the next steps, including details on partnership terms and conditions.
The Roombanker Wireless Alarm System offers comprehensive home security with advanced connectivity and cutting-edge features:
Triple Connectivity: The system control panel (also called Home Security Hub) supports 4G, WiFi, and Ethernet connections, ensuring reliable operation even in areas with variable internet availability. It also includes an 8-hour Li-ion battery backup, keeping the system operational in case of a sudden power cut.
Long-range Connectivity Protocols: The system is compatible with Zigbee, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and our proprietary RBF (Sub GHz protocol). RBF extends up to 3500 meters in open fields, utilizing FHSS, 128-bit AES encryption, and two-way communication technology for robust security.
Mobile App for Easy Installation: The system includes a user-friendly mobile app (RB-Link) for easy installation, device configuration, and real-time signal strength monitoring to help users find the optimal setup location.
Pet-Friendly PIR Motion Detector: Equipped with multiple precision technologies such as anti-white light detection, digital temperature compensation, and an independent floating threshold for accurate motion detection.
Tamper-Proof Door and Window Sensors: Magnetic sensors that trigger an alert if tampered with or displaced.
Elegant Alarm Keypads: These keypads feature one-touch emergency alarms (medical, fire, and general emergencies), support for up to 69 users, multi-user operation, and a duress silent alarm for added security.
Portable Key Fobs: Simple one-touch controls for quick arming and disarming, plus two customizable buttons for other automated scenes.
Solar-Powered Outdoor Siren: A weather-resistant siren that operates on solar power for outdoor security needs.
Fast-Response Indoor Siren: A loud indoor siren with adjustable volume and multiple alarm sound options.
Additional Security Devices: Roombanker offers a variety of other devices, including smoke detectors, two-probe water leak detectors, and more to enhance overall security.
Home Energy Monitoring Devices: The system also integrates home automation features, with smart plugs, high-current wall switches, low-current smart relays, and temperature/humidity monitors to help optimize home energy management.
Welcome to asmag.com’s 2024 technology survey sponsored by ZKTeco. This year our survey saw participation by 250 security players who were polled not only on the suitability and maturity of security technologies but also on customer interest/enthusiasm over these technologies and their growth prospects in the near term. It is our hope that with the survey, readers will gain a better understanding of technologies that deeply shape our industry. The full results for video surveillance and access control can be found here.
Cloud/hybrid architecture
Video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) and access control as a service (ACaaS), which are increasingly adopted by security players, show little change in terms of suitability and maturity this year as compared to 2023, even though ACaaS ranks No. 1 for access control technologies with huge growth potential (full results can be found in the access control and video surveillance articles).
It’s worth noting that the hybrid architecture has received higher scores of 4.03 on suitability and 3.7 on maturity. In terms of customer inquiry and growth potential, hybrid ranks No. 4 and No. 3, respectively. Based on the results, we can see that the cloud momentum is still there, and this is especially the case for hybrid cloud, which distributes processing/storage between on-prem and cloud.
“Hybrid architecture is gaining popularity because it combines the best of both on-premise and cloud-based systems. It allows organizations to retain local control of their most sensitive data while leveraging the scalability and convenience of the cloud for broader management. This dual capability is especially useful for companies with legacy systems that aren’t ready for full cloud migration,” said Tom Buckley, Co-Founder of Qumulex.
“A flexible hybrid-cloud deployment provides multiple options, ensuring that regardless of how many systems are running on local servers or connected to the cloud, they can all be brought back to a central head-end for seamless management from a single platform. A hybrid approach also simplifies the transition to cloud-connected systems at a manageable pace, enabling edge devices to become cloud-compatible, adding cloud services to existing infrastructure, and allowing for the development of a long-term strategy that maximizes ROI while avoiding expensive forklift upgrades,” said Laurent Villeneuve, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Genetec.
AI/Generative AI
Generative AI refers to artificial intelligence that can create new contents based on existing datasets. A potential game-changer for security, generative AI garnered a suitability score of 4.16 and ranks No. 1 in both customer inquiries and growth potential over the next five years.
“Generative AI is gaining a lot of attention in security because of its ability to improve the accuracy and speed of threat detection, as well as its potential to reduce false alarms. By learning from vast amounts of data, generative AI can identify patterns that humans or traditional systems might miss, enabling more proactive security measures. It can also be used to enhance facial recognition, predictive maintenance, and video analytics. While it’s still maturing as a security technology, its rapid development and widespread applicability make it a top candidate for investment and adoption in the near future. As it matures, we expect to see more innovative applications that will revolutionize how we approach physical and cybersecurity,” Buckley said.
Meanwhile, Villeneuve argues that GenAI can also introduce new risks, which must be properly addressed.
“The rise of GenAI also introduces new security threats, including the proliferation of deep fakes and vulnerabilities in foundation models, which are trained on vast amounts of publicly available internet data. These models are increasingly becoming targets for adversarial attacks, such as efforts to introduce malicious data into the models’ training datasets. The security industry, in particular, must be vigilant in identifying and mitigating these emerging risks to ensure the integrity and safety of its systems. If implemented correctly, this can lead to faster response times and more efficient investigations, ultimately improving overall operational effectiveness,” he said.
Edge processing
In terms of edge processing, it gained a suitability score of 4.3 and maturity score of 3.86. In terms of customer inquiries, it ranks third. The high suitability score reveals that users enjoy the benefits offered by edge processing, where data is processed on the edge – only metadata is transmitted to the backend for further processing. This allows for better utilization of bandwidth and quicker response to incidents. The increasing availability of AI cameras where video can be processed on the edge also helps drive this trend.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity received suitability and maturity scores of 4.39 and 3.91, respectively. It also ranks No. 2 in both customer inquiries and future growth potential. The results reflect the growing importance of cybersecurity amid high attack rates. According to Broadcom, connected cameras accounted for 15 percent of all IoT attacks. A US News and World Report survey further shows 13 percent of respondents have experienced camera hacks, while 49 percent are worried about them. This has prompted vendors to design their products with cybersecurity in mind. Gallagher, for example, has launched their Controller 7000 with enhanced hardware and security infrastructure to optimize cybersecurity. Video surveillance equipment manufacturers are increasingly highlighting NDAA compliance where no key parts of components are made in China. With hacking and security breaches becoming more rampant, discussions and awareness over cybersecurity are all but likely to continue.
Unmanned security (drones and robots)
As for unmanned security such as drones and robots, it scored moderate suitability and maturity scores of 3.7 and 3.34, while ranking fourth in terms of growth potential in the near term. Unmanned security has been a much-discussed topic a few years back, yet user interest and enthusiasm seem to have diminished a bit. However unmanned security still has useful applications, especially in critical mission scenarios where monitoring by fixed cameras is insufficient. Mitsubishi, for example, has teamed up with 3S to offer a fire-prevention solution where drones are flying with both visible and thermal cameras, the latter of which can detect small fire points, which can escalate into larger-scale fires.
Tables:
Ranking of security technologies, by inquiries from customers
Ranking
Technology
1
AI/Generative AI
2
Cybersecurity/cyber-defense solutions
3
Edge processing/storage
4
Hybrid cloud architecture
5
Unmanned security platforms
6
5G
7
Radar and lidar
Ranking of security technologies, by future growth potential
We’ve once again reached the time of year when we look ahead to some of the technology trends that will affect the security sector over the coming 12 months. The pace of change is as fast as ever.
Written by: Johan Paulsson, CTO, Axis Communications Mats Thulin, Director Core Technologies, Axis Communications Thomas Ekdahl, Engineering Manager, Axis Communications
Some of the trends are evolutions of those we’ve seen in previous years. An obvious one is the continued interest in how AI will be applied in our sector, and we’ve highlighted some of the new considerations that will need to be addressed moving forwards. Others are new, or even a resurgence of topics we may not have focused on for a while.
National and regional legislators will once again try to keep pace with technological innovation. AI, cybersecurity, privacy, the need for resilience in critical entities… All these (and more) will be the focus of proposed and new regulation. We haven’t highlighted this as a specific trend, but it’s no less a priority and something every organization will need to respond to.
We believe that within all of these trends lies significant opportunity for the sector. For our customers that means enhanced capabilities, more flexibility, greater efficiency and increased value.
Hybrid solutions: the foundation for freedom of choice
In previous years we’ve highlighted how hybrid architectures – those making best use of edge, cloud, and on-premise technologies – have become the de facto choice for security solutions.
The drivers for the choice of architecture will be unique to every organization, taking into account technological, legal, ethical and governance concerns and requirements. The environment is evolving quickly, and therefore freedom of choice is imperative.
Hybrid solutions give freedom of choice in how to store, view, and analyze video, or manage devices. A combination of edge, cloud, and on-premise technologies can deliver an optimal total system solution, or its flexibility used to choose the specific instance preferred.
Whether demanded by emerging local and regional regulations or concerns over control of data, cost, or energy efficiency, hybrid solutions will continue to offer the greatest flexibility in creating architectures to best suit specific organizational needs and allow a system to be scaled.
AI evolution alongside AI efficiency
Development within the field of AI continues to race ahead. Deep learning technologies are the bread and butter of most analytics solutions within the security sector, while newer generative AI technologies are rapidly maturing. There is still a lot of hype in certain areas but real applications of generative AI in the security sector are becoming available. Each step of evolution brings with it a new set of opportunities, but also ethical, legal, and corporate considerations.
Generative AI models are large and require much compute capacity to execute, which creates a debate in how to balance the cost of AI (both in terms of financial investment, but also in terms of energy use and environmental impact) with its value. A lot of effort is being put into reducing the size of the models while maintaining the quality of results. The increased use of AI technologies only reinforces hybrid architectures as the standard.
The various ‘flavors’ of AI – from deep learning-based object recognition to generative AI – either demand or benefit from being applied at different places in the value chain, and in specific environments. Generative AI can assist operators in interacting with security solutions in natural language but, for the foreseeable future at least, require significant processing power. Conversely, deep learning-based analytics such as enhanced object recognition can be performed within surveillance cameras themselves.
Eventually this will enable generative models to be, at least partly, run on cameras with high-quality results. At the same time the models are improving in quality with regards to ethical aspects, bias, hallucinations, and the risk of making the wrong decisions.
Over time there is a big opportunity to dramatically change the efficiency and effectiveness of security operations. Algorithms will be able to understand what is happening in a scene and react to anomalies, based on the analysis on different types of input data, including but not limited to visual information. Input data will come from radar, audio, and numerous other sensors. This will create solutions that enable increasingly proactive capabilities and generate valuable insights in security scenarios for long term planning.
Beyond safety and security becomes real
The application of increasingly advanced computer vision, audio, access control and other connected technologies continues to serve security and safety use cases. Greater accuracy of analytics through the application of AI – particularly in object recognition – means that incidents can be responded to more quickly and effectively than ever before.
What is also clear is that the data generated by sensors of all types – video, audio, environmental, and more – can benefit numerous use case beyond the traditional. While still a relatively small part of the market, we expect to see an acceleration of applications aligned to operational efficiency and business intelligence.
This trend highlights the opportunities for increased collaboration across customer organizations. Technology being sourced or specified for one use case could well be used in another area of a business’s operations. For instance, data being created by video cameras employed principally for security purposes can be analyzed over time to improve customer or employee experience, sustainability, or process efficiency.
Through the high-quality hardware platforms available, the pace of development and innovation is astounding. Hardware vendors that foster an open and collaborative ecosystem of application developers and system integrators will bring greatest value to customers most quickly.
The “rebirth” of image quality
It may be counterintuitive to suggest that a focus on image quality is a trend in the sector, where many would assume it’s always been a priority (which, of course, it has). The trend is in how the images from visual sensors are being used, and with that the increased opportunities that better image quality brings.
The paradigm shifts when we consider that images are now often being initially viewed and analyzed by computers rather than humans, and that images are being viewed continuously, rather than when an incident of interest has taken place.
Advances in analytics and AI mean that a higher resolution image will inevitably lead to a better result, whatever the use case. Object recognition will be more accurate and more detailed data (and metadata) created. The drive towards even better image quality has been reignited.
With this has come opportunities for efficiency as well as effectiveness. A single camera producing much higher image quality can cover as large an area as multiple cameras would have been needed for previously. Higher resolution images also support analytics, for instance in large crowds, busy traffic intersections, or fast-moving production lines.
The human is still very much “in the loop”, as the saying goes. Operators will be automatically alerted to scenes they need to pay attention to, increasing efficiency and effectiveness of a response. Image quality as a focus will also place keen attention on the maintenance of surveillance cameras – still often a manual task – as small obstructions can have a significant impact on analysis.
The long-term value in products comes through software support
At the higher end of the security sector, the quality of hardware has been improving year-on-year. Today, hardware devices can be of such high-quality – particularly in terms of performance and capabilities – that expectations about their lifetime are greater than ever.
But while quality hardware can last for many years – as illustrated by the length of warranties – the defining factor in a camera’s functionality, including cybersecurity, and therefore its lifetime value, comes through ongoing software support.
Vendor commitments to support software throughout the expected lifetime of the hardware are essential; software that continues to enhance and build on the capabilities of the camera and keep it as secure as possible.
This also underpins the total cost of ownership of hardware. An investment in better quality camera, with comprehensive software support throughout its lifecycle, will ultimately be a more effective and efficient solution.
Technology autonomy to the customer’s benefit
Our role, and that of our partner ecosystem, is ultimately to focus on meeting the needs of customers. Technology for technology’s sake serves nobody’s purpose – innovations must be aligned to the priorities of the end user.
This clearly means supporting customers’ goals in safety and security, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. But it also means supporting their cybersecurity posture, commitment to sustainability through energy efficient solutions, and flexibility and freedom of choice via open standards-based technologies and platforms.
Technology vendors with more autonomy over their core technologies are clearly best placed to support these customer requirements. Greater control over foundational technology, from the silicon “upwards”, will allow a vendor to design specific capabilities and functionality aligned to customer needs into its products. Such an approach to core technology ownership will also allow a vendor to stand by commitments of being “secure by design”.
Furthermore, greater control of technology – at a component or even material level – is an important prerequisite to more effectively mitigate the risks of broader disruption to global supply chains. This enhances the ability to meet the requirements of customers, when they are needed.
We’re already seeing companies that would have traditionally been seen as software vendors designing their own semiconductors to gain more control over their service delivery – particularly in the area of AI – and we foresee this trend continuing in all sectors. Core technology independence is a trend we’re proud to say we’re some way ahead of, having developed our own system-on-chip, ARTPEC, for the last 25 years.
So, there you have it, our take on some of the trends that will shape the security sector in 2025. We’re sure you’ll have views on these and maybe some other trends of your own. We’d be delighted to continue the discussion on this with you.
In the retail sector, Wi-Fi is no longer just a tool for providing connectivity to customers; it has evolved into a powerful marketing lever. Cambium Networks, a leader in wireless solutions, has developed advanced technologies that transform Wi-Fi infrastructure into a tool for analyzing customer behavior and personalizing their shopping experiences. This evolution not only improves connectivity within stores but also offers new opportunities for retailers to engage and retain customers. Let’s see how.
Wi-Fi as a marketing lever in retail
Today, free Wi-Fi is a standard service in stores, but Cambium Networks has developed solutions that go far beyond simple connectivity. By integrating Wi-Fi technology with sophisticated data analysis tools, retailers can gather valuable insights into customer behavior, such as shopping paths, time spent in-store, and areas of greatest interest. This data, collected anonymously and in full respect of privacy, allows retailers to personalize the commercial offering and optimize space layouts, thereby enhancing the shopping experience and increasing conversion rates.
A concrete example is the use of Wi-Fi in shopping centers, where the average time spent by customers is higher. This allows for a detailed picture of customer preferences, monitoring which customer segments visit certain stores, which paths are most frequented, and which stores customers linger in the most. These data are extremely important for marketing departments, as they enable the creation of personalized and thus more effective communication campaigns, significantly improving commercial performance.
Improving customer experience
In addition to data collection, Cambium Networks’ Wi-Fi offers customers a stable and fast connection, enhancing their overall in-store experience. Good connectivity allows customers to use their mobile devices to search for product information, compare prices, or share their shopping experiences on social media in real time. This not only enriches the shopping experience but also creates new opportunities for engagement through digital platforms.
Cambium Networks Solutions
cnMaestro is a next-generation network management solution designed for Cambium Networks’ wireless and wired solutions. It offers flexible scalability and centralized control through a single pane of glass, ensuring secure and comprehensive lifecycle management of the network. With zero-touch provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting capabilities, cnMaestro simplifies operations and ensures continuous, optimized maintenance.
X7-35X is an indoor access point that supports Wi-Fi 7. It can transmit data at very high speeds (up to 9.2 Gbps, aggregating all available bands), but what sets it apart is the maximum number of concurrently connected users, which can reach up to 768 per device, making it suitable even for the largest, most crowded stores or large shopping centers. This device already integrates all the functionalities to quickly set up guest portals. It is also future-proof, supporting IoT protocols like BLE and ZigBee.
Aikom International and Cambium Networks
Wi-Fi has become much more than a simple connectivity service: it is a powerful marketing tool that can transform the shopping experience and significantly boost sales. Aikom International, the official distributor of Cambium Networks, is the ideal partner to implement these solutions.
In an era where threats to critical infrastructure are increasingly diverse and complex, protecting essential facilities has become paramount for national security and operational resilience. Critical infrastructure includes the vital sectors that keep society functioning—such as energy, water, transportation, healthcare, and IT. Disruptions in these areas can have severe consequences, making effective critical infrastructure protection (CIP) essential.
Critical infrastructure comprises both physical assets and digital systems that support essential services. Given the growing threats from cyberattacks, physical intrusions, insider threats, and natural disasters, CIP requires a comprehensive approach combining physical and cybersecurity measures. Effective CIP involves risk assessments, regulatory compliance, security technologies, and rapid incident response, all designed to protect infrastructure from disruptions and ensure continuity.
The Evolving Threat Landscape
Today’s critical infrastructure faces several primary threats:
Cyber Threats: Increasingly digitized infrastructure is vulnerable to cyberattacks, with hackers targeting industrial control systems (ICS) and SCADA networks. Successful attacks can disrupt essential services, cause financial losses, and jeopardize data security.
Physical Intrusion: Facilities like power plants, substations, and data centers are susceptible to physical breaches. Given their often remote locations, traditional security alone may be insufficient to deter or detect intrusions.
Insider Threats: Individuals with authorized access, such as employees or contractors, can inadvertently or intentionally compromise security, making insider threat detection essential.
Environmental Risks: Natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes pose ongoing threats to infrastructure, especially as climate change increases the frequency and severity of these events.
Senstar’s Solutions for Critical Infrastructure Protection
Senstar has over 40 years of experience developing perimeter and physical security systems specifically tailored to the needs of critical infrastructure. Here’s how Senstar’s technology helps safeguard these vital assets.
Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems (PIDS)
Senstar’s perimeter intrusion detection systems, fence-mounted, buried or above ground, detect intrusions at the perimeter to prevent unauthorized access. Key benefits include:
Scalability: Systems can be tailored for small or large facilities.
Reliability: These solutions function effectively even in harsh environments, maintaining accuracy in extreme conditions.
Minimized False Alarms: Advanced algorithms filter out noise from environmental factors, ensuring accurate detection.
Video Management Systems (VMS)
Senstar’s Symphony Common Operating Platform integrates video surveillance with other security measures to enhance monitoring capabilities:
Scalability: Senstar Symphony supports facilities of all sizes, from single sites to multi-location deployments.
Intelligent Analytics: AI-driven video analytics, which can detect suspicious behavior, loitering, or potential threats in real time.
Centralized Control: Provides security teams with a unified platform to manage multiple sites and respond rapidly to incidents.
PSIM Integration
Senstar’s integration with Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) platforms enables centralized control and coordinated incident response. This provides real-time situational awareness, improving the facility’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively to potential threats.
Cybersecurity for Physical Security Systems
Recognizing the importance of cybersecurity, Senstar embeds secure protocols, user authentication, and encryption in its systems to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Benefits
Senstar’s solutions offer critical infrastructure operators a comprehensive security system that provides:
Early Detection: Proactive identification of potential threats before they escalate.
Cost Efficiency: Integrated systems reduce operational costs and improve security effectiveness.
Scalability: Modular systems are adaptable for both small and large infrastructure setups.
As threats to critical infrastructure grow, Senstar’s advanced solutions offer essential layers of protection. Senstar supports robust, resilient, and scalable CIP strategies that help safeguard society’s most vital services. Investing in Senstar’s technology not only enhances security but builds infrastructure resilience, ensuring essential services remain uninterrupted.
