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Channel Post MEA
14-07-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
QNAP Unveils 16-Channel PoE+ Smart Network NVR
QNAP Systems has released the new 16-channel PoE+ Network Smart NVR TVR-AI200. It supports real-time video/audio surveillance, high-quality recording, and can be installed on a desktop or in a rack. With PoE+ networking and plug-and-play features, the TVR-AI200 not only simplifies camera cabling and installation, but also allows users to complete offline setup and start recording within 10 minutes. The TVR-AI200 combines the security of an isolated network with flexible management capabilities for optional WAN connectivity. Coupled with AI video analytics and centralized management capabilities, it provides a highly efficient, reliable, and cost-effective surveillance solution for smart retail and commercial environments. Key Features of the TVR-AI200 Plug-and-Play Camera Setup: Compliant with the 802.3at PoE+ standard, and supplies sixteen ports of 25.5-watt PoE power to IP cameras, simplifying deployment. Compliant with the 802.3at PoE+ standard, and supplies sixteen ports of 25.5-watt PoE power to IP cameras, simplifying deployment. Isolated Network Design: Creates an isolated network for offline operation to enhance surveillance security and privacy, and reduce cybersecurity risks. Creates an isolated network for offline operation to enhance surveillance security and privacy, and reduce cybersecurity risks. Simultaneous Multi-Channel Monitoring: With 4K HDMI™ output, it supports displaying up to 16MP clear images simultaneously across multiple channels. With 4K HDMI™ output, it supports displaying up to 16MP clear images simultaneously across multiple channels. 2 x fixed 2.5-inch/3.5-inch SATA hard drive bays: Supports 24TB of video storage space (with two 24TB drives configured in RAID 1), ensuring continuous 24/7 recording. Supports 24TB of video storage space (with two 24TB drives configured in RAID 1), ensuring continuous 24/7 recording. Wide Compatibility: Widely compatible with over 200 brands of 9,000 camera models supporting ONVIF® Profiles S/T/G, and offers third-party surveillance API integration. Widely compatible with over 200 brands of 9,000 camera models supporting ONVIF® Profiles S/T/G, and offers third-party surveillance API integration. Advanced Compression Technology Support: Supports compression protocols like Smart 265 and H.265+ for storage and playback, saving local storage space and bandwidth. Supports compression protocols like Smart 265 and H.265+ for storage and playback, saving local storage space and bandwidth. Remote Monitoring and Management: Provides real-time smart detection, notifications, and responses to suspicious events, with PC and mobile client apps. Provides real-time smart detection, notifications, and responses to suspicious events, with PC and mobile client apps. Built-in AI Video Analytics: Equipped with an NPU processor for 2 channels of facial recognition or people counting. 'As business environments place greater emphasis on surveillance, users are not only demanding intelligent surveillance features, but also seeking simplified deployment and cost reduction. The TVR-AI200 eliminates the lengthy setup process and offers fast offline configuration, while its isolated network design ensures the security of video data,' said Hanz Sung, Product Manager of QNAP, adding 'It maintains the simplicity of traditional digital surveillance architecture, while leveraging the benefits of IP cameras. Whether for chain retail stores, office buildings, or locations such as warehouses and factories, the TVR-AI200 provides a one-stop video surveillance solution that meets the needs for distributed monitoring with centralized backup and management.' The TVR-AI200 incorporates QNAP's next-generation QVR Surveillance software, supporting various external intelligent detection features (such as motion detection, line crossing detection, alarm input, intrusion detection, etc.). It can send SMS and email alerts, as well as provide mobile monitoring applications to help administrators track and respond to suspicious events, thus enhancing overall control and response to environmental safety. The TVR-AI200 has built-in AI video analytics, including: facial recognition analysis, which can be used for access control or attendance management; people counting, which is especially useful for retail stores to gain operational insights through foot traffic analysis. Administrators can also use QVR Center to centrally manage multiple TVR-AI200 and other QVR surveillance recording servers and monitor real-time video feeds through client applications; or QVR Recording Vault active backup solution for surveillance recordings to enable long-term archive and centralized management of multi-site surveillance recordings.
Zawya
28-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ONVIF and the C2PA announce collaboration to strengthen trust in digital video
ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) to preserve the integrity and authenticity of digital video in the evolving fight against content manipulation. The two groups will work together to raise awareness and promote the adoption of open standards that help verify the authenticity of video content across digital video platforms. This initiative aligns the ONVIF video authentication specification with Content Credentials, the open standard published by the C2PA, which is comprised of Microsoft, Adobe, Google, Meta, BBC, and Truepic. Content Credentials enhances transparency and establishes end-to-end confidence in the authenticity of digital assets. This collaboration comes at a time when synthetic media, deepfakes, and AI-generated content are becoming increasingly indistinguishable from authentic footage. The tools that create this fake content pose a significant risk to public trust in video used for law enforcement, corporate security, and legal proceedings as well as in a wide range of digital media products. 'We are happy to welcome ONVIF as a liaison member to the C2PA,' said Andrew Jenks, Executive Chair of the C2PA. 'As the global standard for provenance, Content Credentials plays a vital role in providing transparency in digital media. The collaboration with ONVIF and the C2PA brings Content Credentials to video security – an environment where footage must reflect reality without alteration. We're excited about our work together and the impact of our global, open standards.' The video authentication specification developed by ONVIF, known as media signing, ensures that video footage is cryptographically signed at the point of capture with a digital key specific to the individual surveillance camera. The signatures are embedded in the video, enabling an authentication tool to verify whether video frames – throughout the chain of custody – have been modified or manipulated since they left the camera. This is critical for video used in court proceedings, law enforcement investigations, and corporate security incidents, where any doubts about the validity of video evidence can undermine outcomes and erode institutional trust. The C2PA's core specification, Content Credentials, is a technical standard that allows publishers, creators, and consumers to trace the lifecycle of media, beginning from production (such as which camera captured an image, whether it was edited, and when) to consumption (displaying this information on the website or platform where the content appears). Content Credentials embed cryptographically signed, tamper-evident metadata directly into images, video, audio, and documents or stored in a manifest that travels with the content, making any alteration detectable. This metadata acts like a digital 'nutrition label,' detailing the content's origin, history, and any modifications made. 'Preserving the authenticity of video has never been more important as the threats from generative AI and other means of content manipulation continue to increase exponentially, regardless of industry and use case,' said Leo Levit, Chairman, Steering Committee, ONVIF. 'The work of ONVIF to preserve video integrity and the recognition by the C2PA will help build user confidence that recorded video can be verified as genuine and untampered.' ONVIF is a leading and well-recognized industry forum driving interoperability for IP-based physical security products, with a global member base of established camera, video management system and access control companies and nearly 34,000 profile conformant products. ONVIF offers Profile S for streaming video; Profile G for video recording and storage; Profile C for physical access control; Profile A for broader access control configuration; Profile T for advanced video streaming; Profile M for metadata and events for analytics applications and Profile D for access control peripherals. ONVIF continues to work with its members to expand the number of IP interoperability solutions ONVIF conformant products can provide. Further information about ONVIF conformant products, including member companies and their conformant models, is available on the ONVIF website:
Gulf Business
27-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
ONVIF's Leo Levit on how AI and standards are reinventing trust in surveillance
Image: Supplied As generative AI transforms the world of surveillance — from smarter video analytics to the alarming rise of deepfakes — the need for digital trust has never been greater. In this exclusive interview, Leo Levit, chairman of ONVIF, discusses how the security industry is responding to these disruptive changes, the role of international standards in preserving the authenticity of video evidence, and why collaboration across stakeholders is critical to navigating this evolving landscape. Since its establishment in 2008, ONVIF has played a pivotal role in creating global standards for the interoperability of IP-based physical security products. With more than 500 members worldwide and over 25,000 conformant products, the organisation continues to set the benchmark for trusted and secure video surveillance systems. Now, as the world grapples with AI-driven manipulation and increasingly complex surveillance networks, ONVIF's mission has never been more vital. 1. How is the rise of generative AI reshaping the global security and surveillance industry, and what key trends are emerging in response to the technology's growing influence? The integration of generative AI into the security and surveillance industry is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it enhances capabilities, enabling more efficient video analytics, such as behaviour detection, crowd formation, or object tracking, as well as predictive surveillance geared towards crime prevention. On the other hand, it introduces new risks, for example in the form of manipulated video, fake identities, and misinformation. The rapid development of AI-generated content is pushing the industry to evolve frameworks that can quickly distinguish between authentic and altered footage. One of the most notable trends is the increasing demand for video authentication and digital watermarking to verify the integrity of footage and its production source. This is especially important for evidence management. Another trend is greater collaboration between camera manufacturers, software providers, and standards bodies to develop safeguards that work across systems and regions. AI is not only reshaping how surveillance is conducted—it is changing our trust in video authenticity, a cornerstone of the security industry. 2. With deepfake technology becoming more accessible, how are businesses and governments adjusting their security frameworks to protect against digital manipulation and fraud? Governments and organisations are increasingly prioritising video verification methods in their security protocols. This includes implementing camera tampering detection, encrypting video files, and integrating secure-by-design principles to protect footage from the moment of capture to the moment it's viewed—whether by police, the courts, or private entities. At In forward-thinking regions like the UAE and the wider GCC — where smart cities and AI surveillance are strategic priorities—deepfakes are increasingly seen as a national security issue. Governments are evolving frameworks that mandate authenticity, auditability, and transparency. The Dubai Police's move toward zone-based security exemplifies how surveillance is becoming more proactive and technologically sophisticated. But as more data enters the system, ensuring that the footage is real becomes as important as detecting threats. 3. What role do you see international standards organisations like ONVIF playing in ensuring digital trust and interoperability in an increasingly AI-driven surveillance ecosystem? We play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity and interoperability of security systems in an era of rapid AI evolution. As a global and open industry forum, ONVIF was created to standardise communication between IP-based physical security products, enabling devices and software from different manufacturers to work together seamlessly. Today, ONVIF has become the de facto standard for interoperability in surveillance, with our products used by governments, businesses, and institutions worldwide. As generative AI becomes more embedded in video and analytics workflows, maintaining trust in the output of surveillance systems is more important than ever. Our standardised interfaces support this by enabling secure and consistent data exchange across platforms—an essential feature when building systems that rely on AI to detect and respond to events. Moreover, ONVIF's work on standardising video authentication tools — such as media signing — will allow law enforcement and legal professionals to verify whether video footage has been tampered with, regardless of the device manufacturer. It's not just about compatibility — it's about building trust into every layer of the surveillance and security infrastructure. 4. As public scepticism around digital evidence increases, what innovations or best practices are emerging to help restore trust in video as a reliable source for legal, corporate, and security decisions? That's a great question. Distrust in video evidence can lead to concerns about reasonable doubt in legal and corporate settings. If AI manipulation undermines the current legal precedents around video admissibility, courts may be forced to redefine what qualifies as valid evidence. This could mean excluding footage where authentication can't be proven. Restoring trust hinges on two pillars: transparency and traceability. Innovations such as encrypted digital signatures and embedded forensic watermarking are gaining traction across public and private sectors. These tools help verify when, where, and how a video was captured — and crucially — whether it has been tampered with.
Campaign ME
22-04-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Bright Company wins ONVIF account in multi-agency pitch
Dubai-based integrated marketing agency Bright Company has won the ONVIF account, welcoming the security technology standards organisation into its client roster of technology, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, finance, consultancy, government and security clients. Bright Company was appointed as the communications partner for ONVIF on 1 March 2025, after a competitive pitch process. As part of its ambit, Bright Company will develop and implement the PR, events, social media, and content strategies to strengthen the brand's presence across the Middle East, with specific focus on UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Established in 2008, ONVIF is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to standardize communication between IP-based physical security products, such as video security cameras. In the UAE, ONVIF standardisation is an existing element of the Technical Specifications and Requirements of the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA). Commenting on the collaboration, Kiera Doherty, Managing Director of Bright Company, said, 'ONVIF is on a mission to transform the physical security industry through standardisation, meanwhile our region is growing rapidly in terms of business, communities, cities, and infrastructure. This is the perfect time for ONVIF to expand their presence and engagement here. Creating a clear and focused communications strategy will be the key to success.' Bright Company has a track record of success delivering integrated marketing and communications programmes for technology organisations, complex businesses, and niche brands to drive authentic engagement opportunities and reach their target audiences.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bright Company grows B2B portfolio with new client win
Dubai, UAE: Dubai-based integrated marketing agency Bright Company welcomes security technology standards organisation, ONVIF into its client roster of technology, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, finance, consultancy, government, and security clients. Bright Company was appointed as the communications partner for ONVIF on 1 March 2025, after a competitive pitch process. Their scope includes developing and implementing the PR, Events, Social Media, and Content strategy to strengthen the brand's presence across the Middle East, with specific focus on UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Established in 2008, ONVIF is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to standardize communication between IP-based physical security products, such as video security cameras. In the UAE, ONVIF standardisation is an existing element of the Technical Specifications and Requirements of the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA). Commenting on the collaboration, Kiera Doherty, Managing Director of Bright Company, said, 'ONVIF is on a mission to transform the physical security industry through standardisation, meanwhile our region is growing rapidly in terms of business, communities, cities, and infrastructure. This is the perfect time for ONVIF to expand their presence and engagement here. Creating a clear and focused communications strategy will be the key to success.' Bright Company has a track record of success delivering integrated marketing and communications programmes for technology organisations, complex businesses, and niche brands to drive authentic engagement opportunities and reach their target audiences. About Bright Company After two-decades working client-side and agency-side for companies including Weber Shandwick and British Sky Broadcasting (Sky), Kiera Doherty founded Bright Company in Dubai in 2021. Their team of experts provide integrated marketing solutions, including PR, Digital, Social Media, Influencer Marketing, Branding, and Content Creation to B2B organisations. Contact For further information please contact: Rabih Saab PR & Communications Director, Bright Company Rabih@
