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The physical security market continues to move at breakneck speed. Artificial intelligence, analytics, the cloud and edge processing have created new, exciting data points for greater situational awareness and enhanced response. Within this context, unfortunately, come inefficiencies created by years of stitching together disparate solutions that operate in silos and don’t fully integrate with other systems. Challenges in security Wavestore’s Blind Spot Summit 2025 at its global headquarters in Ottawa addressed the challenges in security A unified, design-engineered open platform – one that natively puts video, access control, intrusion and other device connectivity together is coming – and it can move the industry successfully into the future. Wavestore’s Blind Spot Summit 2025 at its global headquarters in Ottawa addressed the challenges in security, gathering top-tier industry executives and influentials who shared expertise from real-world experience. Blind Spot 2025 was a place to uncover what’s missing in the security and reimagine what it could look like with the right mechanisms. What’s missing? What was confirmed is that there are blind spots in the physical security processes: systems that don’t integrate readily, no clear visibility to connected solutions, closed platforms that limit expansion into new technologies and lack of flexibility to add new points of security and data as the world changes and technology moves forward. Raf Souccar, former Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), offered insights from managing the most complex security gatherings. Maintaining security Thomas Comerford, Former Program Security Manager at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey “When blind spots are removed you give your security team super powers with enhanced situational awareness. Oops, we missed something and failure is not an option,” said Raf Souccar, who handled high-level public events, including the Olympics, adding “Maintaining security while using less security is a bonus. Tightening security without adding personnel is what’s needed and that comes from a unified, integrated and intelligent platform.” Thomas Comerford, Former Program Security Manager at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey recalled 9/11 from his personal experience as a responder who witnessed the buildings topple after helping occupants escape. Changed building security standards Comerford spoke of radio communications that didn’t integrate, fragmented intelligence between agencies and an inability to track known threats. The lessons learned changed building security standards and now, video analytics will make those systems smarter and more effective, he said.  “Video analytics is whatever you can imagine,” said Thomas Comerford, adding “It’s endless the many things you can do with video or audio as a layered defense when it becomes part of proactive, AI-driven anomaly protection. Gaping holes are all over the place. You need the right tools like AI for predictive threat intelligence and that means a move to unified security. The more you can automate response, the faster you can mitigate risk.” (For more sessions and roundtable discussions captured at Blind Spot 2025.) Integrated security management solution Every security scenario is unique and requires different strategies and information draws Every security scenario is unique and requires different strategies and information draws. The challenge is getting the right data to the right place at the right time. Only a fully integrated security management solution – one that brings everything into one place, can eliminate blind spots. Truth is, many video management systems (VMS) are not built for interoperability with other systems. Most bolt-on new integrations, which can be unwieldly and difficult to update. Not a bolt-on; made for tomorrow Now, there are new possibilities for an API-designed, open security platform that gathers, pinpoints and escalates the most pertinent information for the user and the security executive. This type of comprehensive solution manages video footage, handles access control events and draws upon and controls analytics from any modern browser. That’s the message behind the launch of Wavestore’s WaveFusion. It’s a fusion of video surveillance, access control, intrusion and loT devices that exposes unseen risks and harvests formerly untapped opportunities. Future scalability and flexibility The new platform, which will be released in stages later this year, will unify security, video and access control The new platform, which will be released in stages later this year, will unify security, video and access control for full transparency across systems. It’s made for future scalability, with the flexibility to add and use the most relevant technology and evolve to the industry and the times. “WaveFusion is a holistic vision for complete security that uses the cloud to deliver the latest capabilities,” said Sam Shalaby, CEO of Wavestore, adding “WaveFusion fuses together all aspects of security. The unified platform is the way forward in our industry. Users will be able to have exactly what they need for security, when they need it. If you don’t have a platform that’s ready for future innovation, you’re back to square one.” AI advances and integrations The access control portion of the platform will be released this fall, with plans for the VMS portion to follow in late winter.  The conversations culled from Blind Spot 2025 revealed that as AI advances and integrations expand, they need to remove fundamental blind spots. That will come from how they design, deploy, and interpret the security infrastructure – to work together in a flexible, open system that can be tailored to the challenges of the user.

Wavestore announces the release of Wavestore v6.42, the latest iteration of its open-platform video management system (VMS), delivering deeper automation, enriched third-party integrations, and enhanced flexibility for modern security environments. Featuring automatic camera updates, an immediate Break Lock override, precision control via 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse, a new SDK for partners, expanded ONVIF compliance and virtual server support, plus specialised integrations with real-time weight measurement systems and Dahua LPR cameras, v6.42 empowers security professionals to streamline workflows, maximise uptime and unlock actionable insights. The release underscores Wavestore’s commitment to simplifying security operations through intelligent automation and open integration, ensuring each component of the surveillance ecosystem works harder and smarter. New WV2 camera range with ONVIF S, M, T & G Profile Support Interoperability remains at the heart of Wavestore’s open philosophy Interoperability remains at the heart of Wavestore’s open philosophy, which is why v6.42 extends support for ONVIF Profiles S, M, T and G across WV2 cameras. This comprehensive compliance simplifies multi-vendor deployments and ensures consistent performance, no matter which third-party devices are in use. The release underscores Wavestore’s commitment to simplifying security operations through intelligent automation and open integration, ensuring each component of the surveillance ecosystem works harder and smarter. Automatic camera updates for WV2 range Keeping cameras patched and secure can be a constant drain on resources, so v6.42 introduces seamless firmware and software updates directly from the server for Wavestore Vision 2 (WV2) cameras. By automating maintenance tasks, security teams eliminate manual update chores, reduce downtime and guarantee every camera runs the latest, most secure build—without ever interrupting live monitoring. Break lock function for uninterrupted access Configuration bottlenecks in multi-admin environments are a thing of the past thanks to the new Break Lock feature. Administrators can instantly override unattended setup screens, preventing any single workstation from halting progress and ensuring continuous, reliable access to system controls even when teammates step away. 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse integration v6.42 delivers full support for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse joystick When every second counts, precision matters. v6.42 delivers full support for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse joystick, allowing operators to pan, tilt and zoom with fluid, ergonomic control. Customisable functions on the device accelerate incident response, reduce operator fatigue and simplify complex multi-screen video review workflows. New SDK for technology partners To help integrators and developers keep pace with evolving security needs, Wavestore has unveiled a brand-new SDK. Technology partners can now build bespoke alerts, tighter event workflows and custom analytics modules directly into the VMS, creating unified solutions that grow alongside each customer’s unique requirements. Virtual server enhancements for cloud-aligned deployments With cloud and hybrid architectures becoming standard, v6.42 brings ONVIF Profile S compatibility to Wavestore’s virtual server. IT and security teams can now scale their VMS across multiple sites within virtualised environments, enjoying centralised management, enhanced resilience, and cost-effective growth without sacrificing any functionality. Dahua LPR camera integration v6.42 offers seamless integration with Dahua LPR cameras, supporting live plate monitoring License-plate data is now more accessible than ever: v6.42 offers seamless integration with Dahua LPR cameras, supporting live plate monitoring and lightning-fast retrospective searches across millions of metadata records. This powerful combination speeds up incident investigations and automates access control workflows, helping security teams act with confidence and speed. Integration with real-time weight measurement systems For industries where weight data is mission-critical—such as logistics, manufacturing, and retail—v6.42 links live video streams with case-weight measurements. This integration delivers a single pane of operational oversight, enabling teams to verify loading accuracy, investigate discrepancies and drive efficiency with data-rich video evidence.

Wavestore, a pioneering provider of flexible and scalable video management solutions, announces Blind Spot 2025, a new one-day event taking place on June 26, 2025, at the company’s North American headquarters in Ottawa. Designed for consultants, integrators, and end-users, Blind Spot aims to spotlight the unseen forces shaping the future of security-from AI blind spots and evolving threats to missed opportunities in operational insight. Event speakers lineup The event will feature keynote speakers, thought-provoking panels, technology showcases The event will feature keynote speakers, thought-provoking panels, technology showcases, and meaningful networking. The speaker lineup includes Raf Souccar, Former Deputy Commissioner of the RCMP, delivering the opening keynote; Thomas Comerford, Program Security Manager at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; and a panel featuring Jeremy Fromm (Mercury) and Phil Coppola (HID Global), who will share real-world insights on physical access control and system convergence. Challenge assumptions and new perspectives “Blind Spot is about confronting what’s not yet visible - but already shaping the future,” said Sam Shalaby, CEO of Wavestore. “The security industry is evolving rapidly, and the greatest risks and opportunities lie in what we haven't seen - or haven’t acted on. This event is a chance to challenge assumptions, explore new perspectives, and take the lead on building smarter, more resilient solutions before the future forces our hand.” Development of integrated security platforms Shalaby has outlined a bold roadmap focused on innovation, customer collaboration Since acquiring Wavestore in July 2023, Shalaby has outlined a bold roadmap focused on innovation, customer collaboration, and sustainable growth.  Under his leadership, Wavestore has accelerated the development of integrated security platforms that combine advanced cameras, robust video management systems, high-performance servers, and access control - creating a future-proof ecosystem for smarter decision-making. Wavestore’s latest product enhancements Attendees of Blind Spot 2025 will gain exclusive insight to Wavestore’s latest product enhancements, including health monitoring tools, AI-powered analytics, and real-time operational insights. The event is designed to foster practical conversations, challenge industry norms, and inspire new ways of thinking about security’s evolving role.