The Ultimate Guide to Surveillance
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What to know about Surveillance
Surveillance encompasses a wide array of technologies and practices used to monitor environments, individuals, and activities for security, safety, and operational purposes. This field is rapidly evolving with advancements in AI, video analytics, biometrics, and networked devices, transforming traditional surveillance from mere observation tools to intelligent systems capable of proactive threat detection and enhanced data insights.
Our collection of stories explores the diverse aspects of surveillance, from the deployment of cutting-edge video cameras and AI-powered analytics to concerns around privacy, government oversight, and ethical considerations. Readers will find insights into market trends, new product launches, and regulatory developments, alongside reviews and discussions on the impact of surveillance technologies in homes, businesses, critical infrastructure, and public spaces.
Engage with these articles to understand how surveillance technologies are shaping security strategies, the challenges posed by data privacy and cybersecurity risks, and the balancing act between safety and civil liberties in an increasingly monitored world.
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VORTIQ-X launches real-time child exploitation detector
Irish platforms may face fresh pressure to spot grooming earlier as a new system flags suspicious chats before abuse escalates.
Pimloc & Dynamic Workflow Solutions team on redaction
Agencies could cut disclosure delays as the new system automates redaction of body-worn camera, CCTV and phone footage before release.
UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security
More than half of UK and Irish hospitality businesses fear AI could expose customer and company data, a new survey shows.
Cambodia scam compounds linked to mobile banking fraud
Banks and public bodies in 21 countries face device-takeover fraud that can steal SMS codes, biometric data and funds.
R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence
A wider mix of drones, ground vehicles and command software can now share passive RF sensing data as R2 Wireless broadens ODIN's defence reach.
Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks
Rising deepfake and synthetic-identity attacks are prompting banks and regulators to back new guidance on hardening fraud defences.
DroneShield opens European headquarters in Amsterdam
Europe accounted for nearly half of DroneShield's 2025 revenue, underscoring why the defence tech group is deepening its regional base in Amsterdam.
ROC launches Face1 biometric reader for access control
The new reader lets sites add biometric checks and live threat detection without replacing existing doors, zoning or permission systems.
Genetec boosts cloud access control with visitor tools
Genetec updates its Security Centre SaaS with unified visitor management, broader intrusion hardware support and facial authentication.
Genetec upgrades Security Centre SaaS for access control
Genetec has upgraded Security Centre SaaS with a unified front desk interface, broader intrusion support and optional facial authentication.
3DiVi maps global face recognition lifecycle to 2026
3DiVi charts a six-stage global face recognition lifecycle to 2026, showing regions split by regulation pace, infrastructure and politics.
SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials
SYOS's SA200 heavy-lift drone completes moving-platform autonomy trials, clearing the ship-ready uncrewed helicopter for serial production.
Milestone & IQSIGHT launch SmartSuite for XProtect
Milestone and IQSIGHT launch SmartSuite for XProtect, unifying video analytics, camera control and faster threat detection in one console.
Wireless CVEs surge, exposing hidden risks for AI centres
Wireless flaws have surged 230-fold since 2010, as Bastille warns AI data centres and critical infrastructure face escalating unseen risks.
iProov unveils biometric suite to combat deepfake fraud
iProov launches a biometric Workforce Solution Suite to verify real human presence and shield employers from deepfake-driven identity fraud.
Sama credential leaks raise fears over Meta glasses data
Leaked Sama staff logins tied to stealer malware spark fresh alarm over security of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses video review pipeline.
iProov handles 1m daily checks as deepfake fraud soars
iProov passes one million daily biometric checks as deepfake-driven fraud soars, forcing banks and governments to harden identity defences.
1Kosmos adds identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows
1Kosmos adds embedded identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows to curb social engineering in high-risk service desk interactions.
Identity management tops 2026 security & IT agenda
Identity management is set to dominate 2026 security agendas as HID research shows rising convergence, biometrics use and privacy scrutiny.
Mastercard enlists Schmeichel to back Click to Pay
Mastercard taps Peter Schmeichel to front a UK push for tokenised Click to Pay checkouts, aiming to end manual card entry by 2030.