Global Stories

Wasabi AiR launches AI-powered media storage to boost efficiency

Wasabi Technologies launches Wasabi AiR, an AI-powered media storage platform offering automatic tagging and transcription with pay-only-for-storage pricing.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Surveillance

The future of authentication: Are you embracing biometrics?

Biometric technology is experiencing exponential growth and is predicted to transform the future of authentication.

By Katie Björk and Vito Fabbrizio • 6 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

Surveillance

i-PRO shares key tips on data privacy protection

Security solutions firm i-PRO underscores the importance of data privacy in a world increasingly under surveillance.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Surveillance

CAMS enters insurance sector with major Oriental Insurance mandate

Financial technology provider Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) secures an expansive contract from Oriental Insurance Company.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024

Surveillance

Biometric-enabled POS transactions set to surge, says Juniper Research

Juniper Research predicts a 138% jump in transactions via biometric-enabled Point of Sale (POS) terminals, climbing from 19.5 billion in 2023 to 46 billion by 2028.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024

Surveillance

The transformational power of AI in security

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising security with advanced surveillance cameras that augment monitoring, improve threat detection and streamline emergency responses, reshaping public safety and crime prevention.

By Marius Van Der Merwe • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

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Biometrics shift in UK security highlights privacy concerns

Simon Alderson, of First Response Group, addresses privacy and security concerns emerging from the shift from CCTV to biometric technologies for surveillance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jan 2024

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European Union unveils groundbreaking AI Act for ethical AI use

EU unveils landmark AI Act, setting precedent with guidelines for ethical and responsible AI usage and regulation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023

Surveillance

INTERPOL and IDEMIA launch advanced BioHUB across 196 member nations

INTERPOL and IDEMIA have launched BioHUB, an advanced biometric identification system, across 196 member states for rapid, precise identification.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2023

Surveillance

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Another update from HID

HID is pioneering hardware, software and services that allow people to navigate the physical and digital worlds with confidence.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2023

Agricultural Technology

Livestock facial recognition tech Stoktake getting popular

Stoktake takes a photo of the animal's face on a smartphone or tablet and uploads it to Stoktake's proprietary AI and machine learning cloud platform.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023

Surveillance

SALTO Systems acquires UK technology innovator TouchByte

SALTO Systems acquires UK tech innovator TouchByte to enhance its secure face recognition access control solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2023

Unified Communications

Ramco Systems appoints senior leaders for its Global Payroll Business

Ramco Systems has appointed Paul Nikhil Prasad as Business Head of Managed Payroll Services to contribute to its HR and Payroll business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2023

Surveillance

Privacy Commissioner mulls biometrics code of practice

The Privacy Commissioner is looking into whether the use of biometrics needs to be regulated by a new code of practice.

By RNZ • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022

Surveillance

Outdoor advertisers using smart technology to reach more customers

Technology that lets outdoor advertisers track people in the street is spreading, though the marketing industry says it is at pains not to invade privacy.

By Phil Pennington • 6 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2022

Surveillance

Incode partners with Hoteza for biometric check-in

Incode has announced a new strategic partnership with Hoteza, which is said to offer seamless and secure hotel self-check-In through biometric authentication.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Surveillance

Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs' facial recognition trial

Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs North Island's facial recognition trial over potential privacy issues and concerns about accuracy and bias among New Zealand's diverse populations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024

Surveillance

Barracuda Networks tackle rising Aussie credential stuffing scams

Barracuda Networks proposes sturdy measures against escalating Australian credential stuffing scams, affecting around 20,000 consumers, with increased bot-assisted logins and poor password hygiene.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024