29 November 2013

Counter Terror Expo 2014 conference to reflect the evolving international security threat

The Counter Terror Expo continues to grow year-on-year to become the largest international counter terrorism and security event of its kind,and the key to its success is the level of responsiveness to real world events. This is something that reflects completely in the themes of the centrepiece conference at Counter Terror Expo, 29 – 30 April 2014, Olympia, London. Global Counter Terrorism The threat of international terrorism remains at a significantly high level and those with the desire, intent and means to do harm continue to demonstrate that they are both highly determined and persistent. Any doubts about that were clearly dispelled by the head of the UK’s domestic security agency, MI5, who recently revealed that since the July 7 attacks in London in 2005, there have been 34 plots disrupted in the UK alone, some of which were deliberately planned to create mass casualties. This keynote stream will feature a number of leading government, police and security figureheads discussing the evolving international security threat over the next 12 months. Risk, Resilience & Security – Protecting National Infrastructure As nations become ever more dependent on their critical national infrastructure so it becomes an ever higher priority that such vital assets are protected from the risk of terrorist attack. That risk was brought to mind in January 2013 when terrorists launched an attack in Algeria on the Tigantourine gas facility, operated jointly by the Algerian state oil company Sonatrach, BP and the Norwegian firm Statoil. Delegates will discover what threats, both UK and international, face their businesses and how best to protect assets, both personnel and property. Securing Public Spaces The vulnerability of public spaces was highlighted dramatically in April and again in September 2013. In the first instance, two bombs were detonated near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon, killing at least 3 people and leaving more than 180 others injured. In the second, terrorists entered the Westgate Shopping Mall in the Kenyan capital Nairobi and caused multiple deaths and injuries in a sustained gun and grenade attack. This stream will bring together those responsible for protecting public spaces in order to discuss and debate best practice and the development of the most effective strategies to keep the public safe from harm. Emergency Services How prepared are we for another mass casualty event on the scale of the 7/7 tube bombings or a possible CBRN attack?  In this conference stream, delegates will be examining the key issues, including emergency services training, the equipment needs of first responders and the response protocols currently in place. Counter Terror Expo 2014 will also feature a co-located event, AMBITION 2014, with a focus on excellence in pre-hospital care, resilience and interoperability across the emergency response sector. Cyber Security & Electronic Terrorism Cyber attacks from hostile nations, activist groups and criminal gangs continued to grow throughout 2013, aimed at a wide range of targets across the globe. In March, computer networks at three major South Korean banks, as well as two TV broadcasters, crashed simultaneously, putting cash machines and online banking systems out of action across the country for several hours. Two months later, in May, the Twitter account of The Associated Press was hacked and a tweet sent claiming there had been two explosions at the White House and that President Barack Obama was injured, causing temporary turmoil on the stock market. This highly topical conference stream will once again analyse current and future threats and how best to protect critical national infrastructure, Government departments, the police and other organisations from cyber attack by terrorists. Future Policing & Border Security Incidents of illegal border crossing attempts abounded throughout 2013, raising new challenges for effective future policing as ever more inventive ways of evading border security are employed. Participants in this conference stream will be considering how we protect our borders – both at points of entry and while potential terrorists are still in transit – and how effectively we track those who may already have passed through those borders. As all of the above examples show (and they are just examples – serious terrorist attacks have taken place several times a month throughout 2013 in various parts of the world) there is a critical need for an evolving counter terrorism and security response to match the evolving international threat. Counter Terror Expo 2014 will help to address that need by focusing in its conference themes on the nature of the specific threats that have emerged, or are emerging, and how best to counter them. Registration is now open at www.counterterrorexpo.com/register.  Delegate passes start from £205+VAT. Counter Terror Expo is a secure event and all visitors must pass through verification to be admitted to the event.    

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IDIS signs distribution agreement with iCenter HD

IDIS and surveillance distributor iCenter HD have entered into a strategic agreement that will enable IDIS DirectIP™ solutions to be offered across the United Kingdom. DirectIP™, which launched in May 2013, offers full high-definition (HD) and networked surveillance solutions that provide true plug-and-play functionality. This feature ensures it is the ideal solution for iCenter’s customers who service small to mid-sized markets as well as large multi-site projects.

Although a new entity, iCenter HD is already leveraging its extensive industry understanding and is connecting a number of industry leaders in the security sector with major security projects via an established network of integration partners. iCenter HAD was established by Jeremy Cocks, a veteran entrepreneur within the CCTV industry, with the specific purpose of supplying the market with sophisticated, but simple to install, IP security products that are powerful enough to configure into larger security systems.

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Brivo Systems achieves GSA Approved Products List status

End-to-end PACS solution one of the first available to government agencies Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, has announced that its pre-cloud end-to-end physical access control system with high assurance readers and certificate path validation software has been approved as a fully-compliant FICAM solution by the General Services Administration (GSA). The approval means that Brivo’s ACS OnSite Aparato along with HID Global pivCLASS readers and certificate validation software are one of the first such products to meet the rigorous testing requirements and comply with the FICAM roadmap and the realignment of the GSA’s Approved Product List (APL). Brivo’s ACS OnSite Aparato is ideal for government agencies, and other institutions, that need robust, full-featured access control with security data stored within their own networks. “Federal agencies look to the GSA APL to give them the products and services they need to achieve compliance with HSPD-12 and FIPS-201,” explained John Szczygiel, Brivo EVP. “The fact that we are now one of the first end-to-end PACS solutions that meet these stringent requirements means we are uniquely positioned to help our federal customers meet their access control needs with a fully FICAM compliant solution. We offer a solution that achieves full compliance and one that is cloud ready at any time an agency wants to take that step.” The end-to-end FICAM-approved solution includes HID pivCLASS Registration Engine (MultiPacs); pivCLASS MultiPACS Console; pivCLASS MultiPACS connector for Brivo ACS OnSite Aparato; pivCLASS Certificate Manager; pivCLASS Reader Services; pivCLASS IDPublisher; pivCLASS Authentication Module; and pivCLASS RPKCL40 Contact/Contactless Reader with PIN. The entire end-to-end system can be procured through Brivo. “The GSA Approved Products List team spent the past twelve months revamping every part of the testing program for physical access systems. In its present form, it is arguably the most robust and rigorous information technology centric physical access testing in the world,” said Chi Hickey, Program Manager for FIPS 201/FICAM testing program, GSA Information Assurance and Trusted Access Division. “Only rigorous testing provides a reasonable basis for confidence in the access control of the federal governments’ buildings and other assets. I am very pleased to announce Brivo Systems, in concert with HID, as our second GSA APL certified end-to-end system.” www.brivo.com

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British security systems training company, Tavcom enjoys success

Tavcom has begun an extensive programme at ICSS Dubai Tavcom, the leading supplier of security systems training courses has begun an extensive programme of CCTV training for students at the International Centre for Security and Safety (ICSS) in Dubai. Tavcom tutors are conducting Foundation and Advanced CCTV courses in partnership with the ICSS to enhance the skills of local engineers. This is to enable the Department of Protective Systems of the Dubai Police Service to issue licences to those wishing to install and maintain electronic security systems in accordance with international codes and good practices. The ICSS based at the Dubai Police Academy plays a significant role in the strengthening of the skills of Dubai nationals, as well as local and contracted personnel of various nationalities working in the region. As such, it provides a range of vocational training programmes for individuals involved in the electronic security industry. During the next twelve months it is estimated that approximately 1,000 engineers will benefit from the specialist training provided by Tavcom’s expert team of tutors carried out at a purpose-built training centre. In a separate initiative, Tavcom have developed an online training analysis tool on behalf of the Dubai Police Service which is designed to establish a person’s current level of knowledge on a wide range of CCTV technical issues and to analyse what further training is required in order for their licence to be renewed. Busy times for Mike Tennent, Tavcom’s CEO: Responding to an invitation from the Department of Protective Systems, Mike Tennent flew to Dubai to carry out a presentation at EmSEC 2013 which took place at Al Bustan Rotana Hotel on October 28-29 and brought together law enforcement and security agencies with elite companies and organisations working in the same field. Now in its second year, EmSEC2013, which is organised by the Department of Protective Systems in partnership with the UK Home Office – Aerospace, Defence, Security & Space organisation, is regarded as the premier platform for showcasing law enforcement and public security solutions in the UAE. “I am understandably delighted that Tavcom has been given the opportunity in a number of different ways to contribute to increasing knowledge and the raising of standards in respect of CCTV in the UAE,” said Mike Tennent. “I was particularly pleased to be invited to carry out a presentation at such a prestigious event as EmSEC 2013.” In his presentation Mike highlighted important aspects of the system design process that need to be taken into consideration in order to ensure that specified cameras are fit for purpose. He also provided some practical tips on how video management software can assist with the display, recording, storage, transmission and retrieval of video evidence, and when necessary, how the use of technology behind the software can be used to enhance poor quality images. www.tavcom.com

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Dallmeier provides security for World Poker Tour and Backgammon Championship

The necessary overview of the “World Poker Tour” at the Merit Crystal Cove Hotel & Casino in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus was delivered courtesy of a video system from Dallmeier. The backgammon tournament that was held almost concurrently in the Merit Park Hotel & Casino next door also featured Dallmeier technology.
World Poker Tour at the Merit Crystal Cove Hotel & Casino

The Merit Crystal Cove Hotel & Casino stands on a gorgeous bay not far from the town of Alsancak/Karavas in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Almost all the rooms in this luxurious 5-star resort afford spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the resort swimming pool. Those who like to mix their leisure with a dash of excitement will find just what they are looking for in the neighbouring casino

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VIVOTEK releases six new network cameras with superior image processing capabilities

VIVOTEK demonstrated its commitment to image quality by announcing the launch of six new network cameras, IP8364-C, IP8337H-C, FD8164, FD8164V, FD8137H, and FD8137HV. These cameras have been specifically designed for strong image processing capabilities for securing extremely high image quality. IP8364-C and IP8337H-C are both bullet-style network cameras tailored for diverse outdoor applications. Both are encased in IP66-rated weather-proof housing that is resistant to rain and dust. In order to strengthen the robustness of the camera, the mounting bracket includes cable management, designed specifically for protecting the cable within the bracket. Featuring a removable IR-cut filter as well as IR illuminators effective up to 20m, both cameras are able to adapt to constantly changing outdoor lighting conditions and provide superior image quality around the clock. In addition, IP8337H-C comes especially equipped with WDR Pro technology, enabling unparalleled visibility in high contrast environments. FD8164, FD8164V, FD8137H, and FD8137HV are fixed dome network cameras that are designed for indoor applications. These four new fixed dome network cameras are all equipped with 3D Noise Reduction Technology, a feature that helps reduce bandwidth from sensor noise while capturing clear and polished video under low-light conditions. In addition, the removable IR-cut filter and improved IR illuminators, effective up to 15m, are also featured for excellent image quality in spite of challenging lighting conditions. Steve Ma, Executive VP at VIVOTEK, indicated, “With the maturity of sensor technology, megapixel resolution has become the basic specification of network cameras. However, high resolution does not stand for image usability. When it comes to accidents, only usable images can support clear object identification. At VIVOTEK we have sophisticated R&D capability, we are strongly dedicated to optimizing image quality and high resolution development. With the removable IR-cut filter, improved IR illuminators, WDR Pro technology, and 3D Noise Reduction, our new line of cameras is the ideal option for users wanting the best image quality.” For more information about VIVOTEK and its comprehensive product line, visit www.vivotek.com.

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His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer inaugurates Schneider Electric’s Power to the Cloud Conference and Exhibition 2013

Chairman of the Supreme Council of Energy and Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, inaugurated the ‘Power to the Cloud’ conference and exhibition, Scheider Electric’s an annual event.
The two-day event, held at Atlantis – The Palm in Dubai , demonstrates the company’s leading position in Smart Cities under the theme ‘Building Next-Generation Mission Critical IT Infrastructure’. The exhibition gathered global experts in smart cities and data centres together under one roof, and the conference has emerged as a must-attend event for examining solutions in power and energy management, as well as water use and reduction in travel time and traffic delays.

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