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News
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Megapixel
Security Camera Market To Grow
In its latest report on the world video surveillance
market, IMS Research predicts that over the next three years, the market
for megapixel cameras will grow at a compound annual growth rate in
excess of 100 percent. By 2009 it is forecast that over half a million
units will be shipped a year. Industry analysts say that the market has
overcome a number of hurdles to get to this position.
A big issue that megapixel cameras have notoriously faced is how to cope
with the volume of data produced, which demands more bandwidth and
storage volume. However, improved compression algorithms, more
widespread gigabit Ethernet deployments and reductions in storage prices
prove that these issues are being addressed.
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SIA Claims
President's FY09 Budget Plan Shortchanges Security
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has sharply
criticized President Bush's FY 2009 spending plan, calling the proposed
reductions in security grants programs "shortsighted and irresponsible."
Recently released, the FY09 budget significantly reduces funding levels
for port security, public transit and school security grant programs.
"The President's proposed budget jeopardizes our national and economic
security," says Richard Chace, executive director and CEO, The Security
Industry Association. "This shortsighted and irresponsible plan does not
provide nearly enough funding to secure our nation's critical
infrastructure. The safety of our ports, schools and public transit
systems are top priorities for The Security Industry Association and we
will continue working with members of the House and Senate to get these
grant programs funded at necessary levels."
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Fingerprint
Authentication Acceptance On The Rise, Survey Shows
A recent consumer survey from fingerprint sensor and
solutions provider AuthenTec shows that a vast majority of U.S.
consumers trust in the convenience and security benefits of fingerprint
authentication, especially as it relates to online banking, PC security
and electronic commerce (e-commerce) applications. The survey indicates
that a clear majority (77 percent) is ready to begin using fingerprint
sensors as part of their day-to-day activities, signaling the strong
growth potential for broad consumer adoption.
The survey shows two-thirds (66 percent) of consumers trust fingerprint
biometrics as a means of authentication more than traditional PINs or
passwords while 68 percent perceive the use of a fingerprint sensor to
be more convenient.
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Cisco Study
Reveals Need For Diligence Among Remote Workers
Cisco has announced key findings from its annual
global study on remote workers' security awareness and online behavior,
indicating how they can inadvertently heighten risks for themselves and
the companies they work for. The study's findings are prompting Cisco
security executives to offer recommendations to IT professionals on how
to protect their companies against threats and maximize the business
benefits of distributed and mobile workforces.
Conducted by InsightExpress, a U.S.-based market research firm, the
study involves surveys of more than 2,000 remote workers and IT
professionals from various industries and company sizes in 10 countries:
the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, China,
India, Australia and Brazil. The 10 countries were chosen because they
represent a diverse set of social and business cultures, stable and
emerging network-dependent economies and varied lengths of Internet
adoption.
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Report Finds
National Landmarks At Risk
According to a government report about the U.S. Park
Police, national icons such as the Washington Monument and the Statue of
Liberty are left vulnerable because of inadequate security.
The Interior Department's inspector general accuses the Park Police of
an "overall lack of commitment to its icon security responsibilities,"
citing chronic understaffing along with a lack of coordination and
training.
The report states, "We found that despite having increased security and
law enforcement responsibilities since the events of Sept. 11, 2001,
USPP's staffing levels are lower now than they were six years ago."
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Business Beat
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- Aronson Security Group (ASG), Seattle,
an independent security integrator, has acquired Selectron Inc.,
Portland, Ore., also an independent security integrator.
- Enterasys Networks Inc., Andover, Mass., a developer of
secure networks for businesses, has been selected as the official
InteropNet 2008 security provider for Interop Las Vegas and New
York.
- Cross Match Technologies Inc., Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., a
provider of biometric identity management systems, has acquired
Labcal Technologies Inc., Quebec, a biometric authentication
business.
- The Halifax Group, Washington, D.C., a private equity firm
specializing in partnering, has announced the acquisition of North
American Video, Brick, N.J., a developer of integrated video
surveillance and security systems.
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of every entry and attempted access is stored in both the cylinder and
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cabinets, containers, and padlocks throughout an entire facility.
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541-758-0521,
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People in the News
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- Jim Velasquez has been hired as territory
manager of Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Northern Idaho for Vicon
Industries Inc., Hauppauge, N.Y., a designer and producer of video
surveillance systems.
- Covenant Security International LLC, Reston, Va., a security,
training and assessment company, has appointed Stephen L. Simmons as
managing director of West Africa operating company, Global Covenant
Security Services Ltd.
- Agent Vi, New York, a developer of enterprise video
analytics, has appointed Mark Kolar to vice president, channels for the
Americas.
- Argyle Security Inc., San Antonio, Texas, a service provider
in the physical electronic security industry, has appointed two new
independent directors to its Board of Directors: Lloyd E. Campbell and
Walter J. Klein.
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Events
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Feb. 5-6
Video Content Analysis Conference
Orlando, FL
Organizer: IMS Conferences
Information: Call Brittany Reese at (512) 302-1977 or e-mail brittany.reese@imsresearch-usa.com
www.imsconferences.com
Feb. 5-7
46th Annual AFA Convention & Exhibition
Mandalay Bay Convention Center; Las Vegas, NV
Organizer: American Fence Association
Information: Call Valerie Buxton at (877) 610-9013
www.fencetech.com
Feb. 6-8
Industrial Fire, Safety & Security Conference and Exhibition
Reliant Center; Houston, TX
Organizer: TradeFair Group
Information: Contact Laura Liptak at (832) 242-1969 x310 or e-mail laural@tradefairgroup.com
www.ifssexpo.com/
Feb. 7-8
9th Annual Privacy and Security Conference
Theme: Digital Dilemmas, Digital Dreams: Privacy, Security and Society
in New World Networks
Victoria Conference Centre; Victoria, British Columbia
Information: Call (866) 388-6060 or e-mail info@rebootconference.com
www.rebootconference.com/privacy2008/
Feb. 7-9
Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Review
Hyatt Regency Boston -- Financial District; Boston, MA
Sponsor: ASIS International
Information: Call (703) 519-6200
www.asisonline.org
Feb. 10-13
American Probation and Parole Association 2008 Winter Training
Institute
Hyatt Regency Phoenix; Phoenix, AZ
Organizer: APPA
Information: Call Kris Chappell at 859-244-8204 or kchappell@csg.org
www.appa-net.org
Feb. 28
Video Analytics Webinar
Organizer: Vicon
The Webinar, beginning at 1 pm Eastern, allows you to earn one
continuing education learning unit from the AIA by passing a short
follow-up quiz. (You must be an AIA member to receive credit.)
-Providing Added Value Through Video Analytics
-Introduction to Basic Technology
-Examples of Practical Applications and Installations
-Best Practices
Register online at: www.trtconf.com/vicon/vicon.htm
If you are unable to attend the live event, visit the Vicon Web site in
early March to find a streaming version of the class. You can still earn
credit by watching the streaming version and passing the follow-up quiz.
Visit Vicon online at www.vicon-cctv.com.
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