This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s Temperature Check survey! We’re halfway through 2026, and it’s a good time to check in on how the year is actually shaping up. Which trends are gaining traction, which ones are falling flat, and what’s really driving AV projects right now? This month’s […]
By Matt Sailor, CEO of IC Realtime Home security has become one of the most common topics homeowners bring up when working with HomeAV and CI professionals. Clients who once focused on audio, video and networking now expect integrators to guide them on cameras, AI analytics, remote monitoring and deterrence features. As this shift accelerates, […]
Day One of LAVNCH WEEK 13 got off to a roaring start. Tuesday, April 7, was all about security as we did a deep dive on AV and security convergence and how it’s impacting our industry. The Evolving Role of Physical Security in a Connected Technology Ecosystem Security Day kicked off with a keynote from […]
If you’ve been following rAVe’s LAVNCH WEEKs, you know they deliver a lot of value in a short amount of time. Gary and Steph put a great deal of work into curating content relevant to the industry as a whole, and I’ve been honored to contribute to the content at past events. I am NOT […]
The AV industry’s flagship virtual event is quickly approaching. LAVNCH WEEK 13 takes place from April 7-9. Join us virtually and receive critical insights from industry leaders on the big changes shaping AV’s future: stricter security requirements, smarter collaboration systems and ongoing advances in professional AV technology. Across all three days, you’ll gain focused insights, […]
This month’s survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! As AV systems become increasingly networked, the line between AV and IT security continues to blur. From unsecured endpoints to overlooked firmware updates, vulnerabilities can creep in anywhere — and attackers know it. This month’s Temperature Check explores how AV professionals […]
If you attended, followed up on, and/or heard anything about Zoomtopia, you are aware that their big push is all about AI. No surprise here, as every company is currently doing an AI push. For me, this landed in my feed at the same time as the Harvard Meta AI study. All I could think […]
The October 2024 Temperature Check survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! Hi #AVtweeps! There is a chill in the air, the leaves are turning beautiful shades of red, yellow and orange, and coffee shops are churning out pumpkin spice lattes as fast as they can! You know what that […]
Yesterday I attended the Commercial Integrator Expo education session, “How to Add Security Integration Into Your AV Business.” Dan Ferrisi moderated the session and was joined by Josh Cummings, executive vice president of technology at Paladin Technologies, and Lionel Felix, founder and chief revenue officer at CI’s 2023 Integrator of the Year, Felix Media Solutions. […]
BY: RANDALL LEE As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, the evolution of IP-based paging and intercom systems is enhancing communication, safety and efficiency within facilities. Modern advancements are revolutionizing traditional public address systems, making them more versatile and responsive to dynamic and emergent situations. The shift to IP-based technology is an advancement from […]
Last week, we hosted our annual ProAV Symposium, where industry experts came together to dive into the latest trends, innovations and hot topics in ProAV. In this article, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the exciting panel discussions we had. But to get the full, in-depth experience and hear directly from the experts, don’t […]
Viking Electronics has announced its commitment to enhancing school safety through support of Alyssa’s Law, which mandates panic buttons in schools to expedite law enforcement response time during emergencies. Alyssa’s Law, named in honor of Alyssa Alhadeff, a victim of the Parkland school shooting, requires schools to install panic buttons for quick law enforcement notification. […]
Today, April 9, is Identity Management Day, which is designed to inform about the dangers of casually or improperly managing and securing digital identities. “Identity Management Day is an opportunity for all of us to evaluate our role in protecting our digital ecosystem,” said the day’s organizers in a statement. “Whether acting as consumers or […]
Anviz just launched Anviz One, an all-in-one Intelligent Security Solution for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across various sectors, including retail, food and beverage, K-2 campuses and gyms. The company says the platform integrates AI cameras and intelligent analytics and uses edge and cloud infrastructure to offer a security suite that fortifies physical assets with […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
Are you unable to attend ISC West 2024? Or are you planning on attending the show but want to see what you may have missed? Join us for the rePLAY ISC West as we review the hottest products from the show floor. “Attendees will be treated to a front-row seat to all our content and […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]
Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the security, commercial, CI, residential, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it will feature the new 19-inch, 22U ERWEN-F22E wall rack enclosure for its popular ERWEN Series during ISC West 2024, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from April 10-12 at the Venetian […]
SolidRun, a leading innovator in high-performance System on Module (SOM) solutions and developer of embedded systems, is proud to announce the release of its ultra-compact Hailo-15H SOM. Leveraging the cutting-edge Hailo-15H AI vision processor, this groundbreaking deployment-ready solution sets a new standard in AI vision applications, offering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and flexibility. “SolidRun’s SOM based on […]
By: Trevor Cooke, EarthWeb Thirty percent of internet users have been victims of a data breach as a result of having a weak password; with over five billion people using the internet today, that means one and a half billion have had their data stolen by scammers taking advantage of their bad password. With this […]
Shooter Detection Systems, an Alarm.com (NASDAQ: ALRM) company and provider of the world’s leading gunshot detection solutions, will be displaying the latest developments in our “Active Shooter Intelligence” at ISC West in Las Vegas, April 10-12, 2024. Attendees visiting Shooter Detection Systems booth #23045 can learn more about exciting new developments in gunshot detection, including an introduction […]
Ahead of ISC West, Parks Associates today released new research, the latest Residential Security Dashboard, which reports 43% of US internet households now own a security solution and 32% subscribe to a security service. Since July 2022, there has been a 5% increase in adoption of either a video doorbell or a camera without a system, which represents […]
Inovonics, an industry leader in high-performance wireless security solutions, announces that they’ll be launching Inovonics Cloud Services at the 2024 International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC) West show taking place April 9-12, 2024 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas at booth location #3103. Inovonics, traditionally known for its almost four decades of providing wireless security hardware, plans to […]
Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the security, commercial, CI, residential, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it will feature its new ERTCFAN1 1U temperature controlled cooling fan kit during ISC West 2024, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from April 10-12 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, […]
Back in 2021, I wrote a rAVe column entitled “SecuringAV: The Remote Desktop Attack on a Florida Water Treatment Plant.” In this article, I talked about the different forms of infrastructure being targeted by cyberattacks, and connected the attack on the water treatment plant to similar vulnerabilities in AV systems. I also shared some lessons […]
The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, today announced the PSA education lineup for ISC West in Las Vegas from April 9-12 at The Venetian Expo Convention and Expo Center. The International Security Conference & Exposition – also known as ISC West – is the United States’ largest converged security trade event. “PSA […]
The leading AI chipmaker Hailo has selected Visidon CNN-powered low-light video enhancement for their Hailo-15 AI vision processor. Hailo-15 is a family of AI vision processors for smart cameras that deliver up to 20 TOPS of AI inference and are able to process deep-learning AI applications such as video analytics. By introducing superior AI capabilities into the […]
In a world where digital interactions have become the norm, safeguarding your personal information online is paramount. Recent cybersecurity analyses, coupled with a Forbes Advisor survey conducted in 2024, have shed light on a concerning reality: many individuals still rely on easily compromised passwords, leaving their online accounts susceptible to hacking. Trevor Cooke, the online […]
