TRASSIR & Suprema: Enhancing Security through Unified Access and Surveillance – a Middle East Perspective

Editorial May 20, 2025

In the Middle East, where security standards must address diverse challenges – from safeguarding critical infrastructure to managing high-traffic commercial zones – the demand for integrated, intelligent security systems continues to grow. In many facilities across the region, access control

How TRASSIR Reduces Losses and Boosts Efficiency in the Middle Eastby Revolutionizing Retail Security with AI

Editorial May 16, 2025

TRASSIR’s AI-powered video analytics help Middle Eastern retailers combat theft, prevent fraud, and enhance operational efficiency in a rapidly growing market The retail industry in the Middle East is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising consumer demand, large-scale shopping malls, and expanding supermarket chains. However, with this growth comes increased security

Axis Communication: Going green & Powering Future of AI in Data Centre

Editorial May 15, 2025

Joe Morgan, Business Development Manager for Critical Infrastructure, Americas at Axis Communications, explores the power that data centers hold to change the way the world thinks about energy and sustainability in the AI era AI’s speed to market has been incredibly fast, and it’s growing even faster. Generative AI is becoming understood, widely used and […]

Video Technology in Transition: Intelligent Cameras as Multifunctional Sensors in Building Environment

Editorial May 15, 2025

For a long time, video cameras were used primarily for surveillance purposes. However, with digitalisation, new technical standards, and the application of artificial intelligence (AI), the range of possible uses has fundamentally expanded. Today, cameras offer far more than traditional security functions and are evolving into valuable sensor platforms within modern

Genetec Integrates Cloudrunner with Saferwatch to Enhance Vehicle-Based Public Safety Efforts

Editorial May 14, 2025

Genetec has announced the integration of its AutoVu Cloudrunner vehicle investigation system with the Saferwatch real-time alerting platform, initially developed for the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement. This collaboration combines Cloudrunner’s automated vehicle detection capabilities with Saferwatch’s communication tools, enabling faster, more coordinated responses

Genetec Launches AutoVu Plugin, ALPR Analysis Reports to Speed up Investigations

Editorial May 13, 2025

Genetec announced the AutoVu™ ALPR Analysis Reports plugin, an advanced investigation tool that expands ALPR-based forensic search capabilities within Genetec™ Security Center. The new plugin empowers law enforcement officers and investigators to quickly narrow down a pool of suspects using vehicle behavior patterns—specifically driving speed and travel cohorts. By

Axis Communications Sheds Light on Video Surveillance Industry Perspectives on AI with New Report

Editorial May 12, 2025

Axis Communications has published a new report that explores the state of AI in the global video surveillance industry. Titled The State of AI in Video Surveillance, the report examines the key opportunities, challenges and future trends, as well as the responsible practices that are becoming critical for organisations in their use of AI. The […]

ISS Vision: We Listen First, Localize Second, and Innovate Continuously

Editorial May 9, 2025

a&s Middle East speaks with Osama Al Zarba, newly appointed Deputy Managing Director, and Anton Gomza, the company’s new Director of Engineering & Product Strategy, about ISS’s regional vision. From tailoring solutions for the Gulf, Levant, and North Africa to building predictive AI infrastructure, they share how ISS combines local insight with global innovation to

Suprema Unveils BioStar Air—Cloud First, Biometric-Native, Zero Complexity

Editorial May 9, 2025

Suprema, a global leader in AI-powered access control and security solutions, officially announced the launch of BioStar Air, the first and only cloud-based access control platform designed to natively support biometric authentication. Featuring true zero-on-premise architecture, BioStar Air simplifies deployment and scales effortlessly to secure SMBs, multi-branch

Hikvision Unveils Guanlan Large-Scale AI Models to Power Next-gen AIoT Products and Applications

Editorial May 7, 2025

Hikvision today announced the official launch of its Guanlan Large-Scale AI Models, a suite of machine learning engines pre-trained on deep industry knowledge. Designed to excel in computer vision, natural language processing, and multimodal fusion, these models set a new benchmark for AI-powered Internet of Things (AIoT) applications. “To understand the nature and