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Hikvision

Hikvision
Electronic Security

Hikvision and iThermAI provide AI-based fire and smoke detection solutions

February 3, 2024

Hikvision announces new technology partnership with Belgium-based iThermAI to bring advanced fire and smoke detection capabilities to Hikvision HEOP-enabled cameras. Using Hikvision Embedded Open Platform (HEOP) 2.0, iThermAI has embedded its algorithms directly into a […]

Chinese cameras
Electronic Security

Seeing Red: What, exactly, is the problem with Chinese CCTV cameras?

April 4, 2023

In a rush of hysteria and moral panic, Five Eyes governments are ripping out Chinese branded cameras. Five years ago, they couldn’t install them fast enough. What’s changed? asks chief editor Nicholas Dynon. The realities […]

Hikvision Mobile
Electronic Security

HIKVISION: Onboard video systems can increase vehicle and road safety

April 7, 2022

Every year, a large number of traffic incidents and crashes occur worldwide. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), approximately 1.3 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes. There are […]

Hikvision
Electronic Security

Shoot ‘em up – with video: Hikvision’s complete security solutions for bank branches

March 19, 2022

Everyone has a favourite heist film – whether it’s a traditional ‘shoot ‘em up’ like ‘Bonnie and Clyde’, or something a bit more hi-tech, like ‘Oceans 11’ they’re compelling viewing. However, more often than not, […]

Hikvision ANPR
Electronic Security

Beating traffic jams with intelligent video technology

April 23, 2019

Traffic congestion in cities is a universal problem. Hikvision shows how the latest-generation video technology is helping authorities keep roads flowing and drivers accountable so we can all get from A to B quicker. Globally, […]

Chuck Davis
Cyber Security

Hikvision cyber chief rubbishes spying claims, sets record straight

December 3, 2018

Amid sensationalist media allegations of back-door vulnerabilities and Chinese government snooping, Hikvision director of cybersecurity Chuck Davis talks to editor Nicholas Dynon about the company’s less widely reported cyber efforts. With more than 20 years’ […]

Hikvision Transport
Electronic Security

Hikvision’s solutions for security on the go

October 1, 2018

Whether you’re managing a fleet of buses, taxis, cars or trains, Hikvision Smart Mobile Solution has transportation safety wrapped up, affording maximum protection for all vehicles and their passengers. With more than 15 years in […]

Information Domain
Cyber Security

Chinese Tech: Let’s talk about the elephant in the room

August 1, 2018

NZSM editor Nicholas Dynon does his due diligence on media-reported claims that Chinese tech and security manufacturers build products that spy on behalf of Beijing. They’re accusations, he writes, that smell just a little off. […]

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