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The Ultimate Guide to Surveillance

A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Surveillance.

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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Recent Surveillance News

Pimloc & Dynamic Workflow Solutions team on redaction
Social Media

Pimloc & Dynamic Workflow Solutions team on redaction

Pimloc and Dynamic Workflow Solutions have joined forces to speed police evidence disclosure, pairing automated redaction with digital case management.

3 days ago

UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security
Identity and Access Management

UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security

Hospitality groups urged to tighten controls as survey finds AI use rises across UK and Ireland, but privacy and regulation fears remain high.

Last month

Cambodia scam compounds linked to mobile banking fraud
Data Protection

Cambodia scam compounds linked to mobile banking fraud

Cambodia scam compounds are being tied to a mobile banking fraud network that hit users in 21 countries, researchers say.

Last month

Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks
Data Protection

Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks

US banks and regulators are urged to adopt passkeys, mobile driving licences and tougher verification as generative AI fuels deepfake fraud.

Wed, 1st Apr 2026

R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence
Autonomy

R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence

R2 Wireless broadens ODIN's defence reach with new partners across drones, autonomous vehicles and command systems, after testing with US forces.

Wed, 1st Apr 2026

DroneShield opens European headquarters in Amsterdam
Drones

DroneShield opens European headquarters in Amsterdam

DroneShield opens Amsterdam base as Europe drives 45% of revenue and a USD $1.2 billion pipeline, boosting local support for counter-UAS demand.

Mon, 30th Mar 2026

ROC launches Face1 biometric reader for access control
QR code

ROC launches Face1 biometric reader for access control

ROC moves into physical access control with Face1 biometric reader, combining identity checks, video analytics and legacy system integration.

Thu, 26th Mar 2026

Genetec boosts cloud access control with visitor tools
Smart Building

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.

Thu, 19th Mar 2026

Genetec upgrades Security Centre SaaS for access control
Smart Building

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.

Wed, 18th Mar 2026

3DiVi maps global face recognition lifecycle to 2026
Education, Learning & Training

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.

Wed, 18th Mar 2026

SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials
Autonomy

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.

Fri, 13th Mar 2026

Milestone & IQSIGHT launch SmartSuite for XProtect
Enterprise security

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.

Thu, 12th Mar 2026

Wireless CVEs surge, exposing hidden risks for AI centres
Bluetooth

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.

Thu, 12th Mar 2026

iProov unveils biometric suite to combat deepfake fraud
Identity Theft

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.

Tue, 10th Mar 2026

Sama credential leaks raise fears over Meta glasses data
Wearables

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.

Sat, 7th Mar 2026

iProov handles 1m daily checks as deepfake fraud soars
IT Industry

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.

Fri, 6th Mar 2026

1Kosmos adds identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows
Security Operations Centres

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.

Fri, 6th Mar 2026

Identity management tops 2026 security & IT agenda
RFID

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.

Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

Mastercard enlists Schmeichel to back Click to Pay
Contactless payments

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.

Wed, 11th Feb 2026

Dark web sells UK ID packs to bypass bank biometrics
Physical Security

Dark web sells UK ID packs to bypass bank biometrics

Dark web vendors sell UK ID packs for about USD $30, helping criminals bypass biometric checks at banks and fintechs, AMLTRIX warns.

Wed, 7th Jan 2026