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5 January 2022

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Navigating camera ratings for outdoor monitoring

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No matter where you are located, winter likely brings a host of inclement weather conditions, from icy cold temperatures to intense rain or snow. Can the outdoor cameras you’ve installed withstand the season? Aside from knowing how to keep your security cameras working in winter, it is also important to understand the camera ratings suitable for your actual outdoor scenario. Dahua has a few simple tips on what to look for when choosing your outdoor surveillance devices: IP67 rating Looking at the IP rating on cameras is the simplest way to tell if a camera can handle outdoor environments. A camera with IP65, IP66, IP67, or IP68 rating means the camera offers full protection against dust, and varying degrees of water resistance ranging from a water jet (IP65) up to 1m of water submersion (IP68). Most of Dahua’s cameras offer an outdoor rating of IP67. Even with outdoor IP ratings on cameras, utilising incorrect mounts or mounting techniques can cause the camera’s outdoor design to become ineffective. Ensure that proper mounts are used and a drip loop is installed to prevent any water from finding its way into the outdoor conduit and components. This should be done in any outdoor application, whether or not water is a primary concern. Temperature ratings While a camera may be outdoor rated for water and dust, that doesn’t automatically qualify it for all outdoor temperature applications. Check Dahua’s temperature ratings on specific cameras and make it a point to note the temperature range on each camera to ensure it meets your deployment’s specific needs. While many of Dahua’s outdoor rated cameras are able to perform in temperatures down to -22° F, for extremely cold climates a temperature rating of -40 °F is recommended. It is also important to note that even those cameras designed for outdoor use will usually need to be installed in weather resistant housing and may even require a heater to stabilize the temperature inside the housing in the event of extreme cold. Heating elements For particularly cold applications, it is best to look for cameras with built-in heaters. This feature allows cameras to withstand more extreme winter temperatures. It is important to note that cameras with built-in heaters will require additional power compared to cameras without a heater. For scenarios with temperatures below -40, you can avail Dahua cameras with built-in heater. Some great examples are: HFW5241E-ZHE model (IPC); SD5A432XB-HNR model (PTZ); and HAC-HFW3802E-ZH-VP model (HDCVI). Wiper blades For outdoor environments that are plagued by rain, snow, or fog and require high-powered PTZs that can capture distant details, look for built-in wiper blades. This small feature ensures that the lens of the camera is clear of water and other debris, so that video is usable no matter the weather conditions. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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2022 security predictions from Ping Identity

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Andre Durand, Founder, and CEO of Ping Identity shares security predictions for 2022. Cybersecurity becomes ESG issue As our lives become more digital, and digital and physical controls collide, investing in security to keep society safe will become recognised as the 4th responsibility of ESG (environment, social, and governance) for corporations. Data breaches have more than just technological implications, as the disruptions affect society, making cybersecurity a key metric in the social pillar. MFA to become a global mandate In the ongoing war against the global threat landscape, multi-factor authentication (MFA) will become mandated everywhere to secure logins, not just in the US, but across the world. Bad bot tsunami Bots are over-running customer-facing systems, and we will need to leverage AI and machine learning to both detect and protect against bots impersonating humans when creating or attempting to take over accounts. Focus shifts to authorisation Driven by zero trust, a decade of focus on authentication begins to shift towards authorisation. Identity doesn’t stop with ensuring you’re talking to the right person, it’s all about authorising appropriate access. Rise of digital wallets Users will begin to store verified data about themselves on their phone, such as their real identity via government-issued IDs in digital wallets as those provided by Apple and Google. But it won’t stop at real IDs and will extend into all sorts of other identity data being shared with the user for better privacy and control by the individual. Attacks on zombie and shadow APIs It’s projected that over 90% of attacks will focus on APIs in 2022. For those companies without well-formed API governance, controls, and security practices, APIs will become the weak link. Convergence of IT and OT Information Technology and Operational (physical) Technology collide, and IT teams take over responsibility for the security of OT. This will lead to a need for interoperability between IT/OT initially, and ultimately a convergence of redundant technology to control who can physically get in the building and who can access apps. Rise of the CISO Corporate boards care about cyber risk, so identity leaders will report directly to the CISO, and the CISO will report to the board. Gartner predicts that 40% of boards will have a dedicated cybersecurity committee by 2025. Identity focus shifts to experience The focus will shift from the deployment model as the enabler of speed to no-code, low-code orchestration as the enable of both speed and agility of extraordinary end-user experiences.   Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Siemens

DIN-rail mounted device portfolio from Siemens

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Siemens Smart Infrastructure has added two new variants of KNX binary inputs to its portfolio of DIN-rail mounted devices: The new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 offer easy installation and intuitive operation and are available as potential-free and voltage-loaded versions in widths of 4 MU (4 binary inputs) and 8 MU (8 binary inputs). The new binary inputs can be used to detect switching and system states or to count pulses with threshold monitoring. In addition to switching and dimming lights or controlling blinds, the devices also support sophisticated tasks for multi-discipline applications such as coloured light control, logic operations, or differential pulse counting. This makes it possible, for example, to implement an access control solution that detects the current number of persons in a room. In addition, the potential-free binary inputs can be used to evaluate window, door and other signal contacts. Depending on whether a window is open or closed, the room operating mode can be set to frost or heat protection during heating or cooling. Unlike their predecessor models, the new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 have all the characteristic benefits of the current generation of DIN-rail mounted devices from Siemens. This includes uniform housing concept, device labeling, maintenance-free terminals, supply of the device electronics via the KNX bus and bus terminals. In addition, the devices have a uniformly placed programming/LED and, for the first time, a direct operating level with status display. They are part of a consistent software concept and support multi-mode (KNX S-Mode and PL-Link). Easy installation and intuitive direct operation The maintenance-free terminals ensure quick and easy installation as well as maximum flexibility. The clear and intuitive direct operating level allows the simulation of input states during commissioning: Conventional switches, push-buttons or potential-free or voltage-loaded contacts do not need to be connected. Wide-range inputs (N 263) for voltage signals from 10 to 230 V with separate earth connection per channel make it possible to switch different voltage potentials. Siemens addresses the pressing challenges of urbanisation and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalised ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2021, the business had around 70,400 employees worldwide. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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2022 security predictions from Ping Identity

UK News Desk /

Andre Durand, Founder, and CEO of Ping Identity shares security predictions for 2022. Cybersecurity becomes ESG issue As our lives become more digital, and digital and physical controls collide, investing in security to keep society safe will become recognised as the 4th responsibility of ESG (environment, social, and governance) for corporations. Data breaches have more than just technological implications, as the disruptions affect society, making cybersecurity a key metric in the social pillar. MFA to become a global mandate In the ongoing war against the global threat landscape, multi-factor authentication (MFA) will become mandated everywhere to secure logins, not just in the US, but across the world. Bad bot tsunami Bots are over-running customer-facing systems, and we will need to leverage AI and machine learning to both detect and protect against bots impersonating humans when creating or attempting to take over accounts. Focus shifts to authorisation Driven by zero trust, a decade of focus on authentication begins to shift towards authorisation. Identity doesn’t stop with ensuring you’re talking to the right person, it’s all about authorising appropriate access. Rise of digital wallets Users will begin to store verified data about themselves on their phone, such as their real identity via government-issued IDs in digital wallets as those provided by Apple and Google. But it won’t stop at real IDs and will extend into all sorts of other identity data being shared with the user for better privacy and control by the individual. Attacks on zombie and shadow APIs It’s projected that over 90% of attacks will focus on APIs in 2022. For those companies without well-formed API governance, controls, and security practices, APIs will become the weak link. Convergence of IT and OT Information Technology and Operational (physical) Technology collide, and IT teams take over responsibility for the security of OT. This will lead to a need for interoperability between IT/OT initially, and ultimately a convergence of redundant technology to control who can physically get in the building and who can access apps. Rise of the CISO Corporate boards care about cyber risk, so identity leaders will report directly to the CISO, and the CISO will report to the board. Gartner predicts that 40% of boards will have a dedicated cybersecurity committee by 2025. Identity focus shifts to experience The focus will shift from the deployment model as the enabler of speed to no-code, low-code orchestration as the enable of both speed and agility of extraordinary end-user experiences.   Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Siemens

DIN-rail mounted device portfolio from Siemens

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Siemens Smart Infrastructure has added two new variants of KNX binary inputs to its portfolio of DIN-rail mounted devices: The new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 offer easy installation and intuitive operation and are available as potential-free and voltage-loaded versions in widths of 4 MU (4 binary inputs) and 8 MU (8 binary inputs). The new binary inputs can be used to detect switching and system states or to count pulses with threshold monitoring. In addition to switching and dimming lights or controlling blinds, the devices also support sophisticated tasks for multi-discipline applications such as coloured light control, logic operations, or differential pulse counting. This makes it possible, for example, to implement an access control solution that detects the current number of persons in a room. In addition, the potential-free binary inputs can be used to evaluate window, door and other signal contacts. Depending on whether a window is open or closed, the room operating mode can be set to frost or heat protection during heating or cooling. Unlike their predecessor models, the new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 have all the characteristic benefits of the current generation of DIN-rail mounted devices from Siemens. This includes uniform housing concept, device labeling, maintenance-free terminals, supply of the device electronics via the KNX bus and bus terminals. In addition, the devices have a uniformly placed programming/LED and, for the first time, a direct operating level with status display. They are part of a consistent software concept and support multi-mode (KNX S-Mode and PL-Link). Easy installation and intuitive direct operation The maintenance-free terminals ensure quick and easy installation as well as maximum flexibility. The clear and intuitive direct operating level allows the simulation of input states during commissioning: Conventional switches, push-buttons or potential-free or voltage-loaded contacts do not need to be connected. Wide-range inputs (N 263) for voltage signals from 10 to 230 V with separate earth connection per channel make it possible to switch different voltage potentials. Siemens addresses the pressing challenges of urbanisation and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalised ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2021, the business had around 70,400 employees worldwide. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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2022

Dahua – 2022 security predictions

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The past couple of years has been undoubtedly challenging for everyone. With the pandemic still looming everywhere, people have somewhat learned to adjust to the new normal. And with it, a wave of new technologies have emerged. According to an IEEE study, Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, cloud computing and 5G are just some of the technologies set to take centre stage in 2022. As a video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, Dahua is constantly innovating and developing its product and service offerings, paying close attention to the latest and emerging technologies in the industry. With the new year just around the corner, let’s check out some technology trends that are expecting to lead the year of the tiger: Accelerated adoption of AI-powered video analytics and entry-level products By embedding AI into end, edge and cloud scenarios, more and more AI-based devices will be widely applied in various fields and industries. It’s likely that technologies related to AI analytics – such as AI-based forensic search, business intelligence, object detection and bandwidth – will drive a large part of video surveillance innovation in 2022 and beyond. Next year, Dahua’s WizSense, a wide-ranging series of AI products and solutions that recognise human and vehicle with high accuracy, is set to release upgrades in its AI Scene Self-adaptation(AI SSA) , AI Coding, and QuickPick functionalities. Additionally, WizMind – a collection of Dahua’s high-end AI solutions that offer early warning and real-time alerts, advanced analytics, and data statistics – is also on track to update its portfolio that includes wide-angle cameras, parking lot management, thermal imaging cameras, and more. According to the 2021 Video Surveillance & Analytics Database Report from Omdia, demand for recording devices ­– especially entry-level equipment – with embedded deep learning analytics is expected to increase. The Dahua Cooper-I series XVR, for example, is the first entry-level intelligent analog recorder and storage device that offers AI features such as SMD (smart motion detection) Plus and AI coding. Likewise, the Dahua Eureka series is also composed of entry-level thermal cameras powered by AI. Designed for end-users, it’s an ideal choice for small- and medium-sized perimeter intrusion detection and early fire detection in various scenarios (e.g. waste recycling sites). Cloud-based video surveillance continues to grow and evolve The demand for cloud computing among organisations is expected to continue in 2022 as a result of remote working and growing trend in digital transformation due to COVID-19. The adoption of cloud-based video surveillance solutions like VSaaS (Video Surveillance as a Service) is also set to accelerate in 2022. Due to its numerous advantages such as cost-effectiveness, remote data access, secure data storage, high reliability, etc, it sees increasing popularity in the SMB sector that cannot independently build and maintain video surveillance systems. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Videoloft

Videoloft launch of local live monitor display

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UK-based cloud video surveillance platform, Videoloft, is starting the year with a bang by announcing the first of many new features planned to launch in 2022. Videoloft customers can now connect a monitor to the Videoloft Cloud Adapter and watch their camera live feeds on a local display. Until now, wanting local live viewing was one of the only remaining reasons why security installers and users felt it was still necessary to retain on-premise NVRs or DVRs. But now, as well as remote camera viewing from the Videoloft iOS or Android apps or browser-based webviewer, live video feeds can be watched on a monitor over the local network. No latency, almost no bandwidth, just simple local live viewing! Let’s examine the key features that allow the Videoloft Cloud Adapter to give traditional on-premise NVRs or DVRs a run for their money… Secure offsite storage for high resolution video – Record up to 8MP (4K) video straight to the cloud. Protect against recorder malfunction, damage or theft. Easy remote & local viewing – Watch live and recorded video remotely via the Videoloft mobile app or webviewer. Connect a monitor to view live streams on a local display. Stores video in case of network outage – If internet connection drops, up to seven days video can be locally stored on the Videoloft Cloud Adapter. Video is automatically uploaded to the cloud when the network is restored. One platform, as many users and locations as you need – Easily view cameras from multiple locations in one place and give access to others. No charge for additional users, no limits on simultaneous users. The Videoloft Cloud Adapter, the small bridging device that connects compatible CCTV systems to the platform, instantly upgrades legacy security systems adding all of the above features and more. It is available in an 8 or 16 channel version and there is a 64 channel 19” rack mounted solution for larger installations. The end user demand for cloud-only installations is rapidly growing, but of course Videoloft can still run alongside a local recorder where required. “We’re definitely seeing increased adoption of cloud-only video solutions across a wide variety of sectors,” explained Laura Worrell, Videoloft’s Chief Operating Officer. “Cloud-only installations used to be limited to customers with a specific requirement to only store video offsite, but it’s now becoming the norm”.   Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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