Cloud technology has become integral to physical security, changing not only where data is stored but how systems are deployed, managed and expanded. What began as remote access to video is now an ecosystem where cameras, access control, artificial intelligence (AI), analytics and business applications interact across edge devices, on-premise infrastructure and cloud environments. This…
ONVIF has released the Release Candidate for Profile V, our new draft standard for cloud-based video, and it marks a significant milestone for the security industry. Profile V brings ONVIF’s brand-independent principle into the cloud, giving end users, integrators, and manufacturers a standards-based way to build cloud video systems that are not tied to any…
Dubai’s newly introduced Public Safety Law No. (2) of 2026 marks another significant step in the emirate’s long-term vision to strengthen safety, resilience, and quality of life across one of the world’s fastest-growing urban environments. Issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the legislation establishes a comprehensive framework to enhance public safety…
AI is changing how physical security systems work, and how they work together. As this shift accelerates, the industry is starting to see that AI interoperability isn’t just about moving data anymore, but about agreeing on what that data actually means. To explore this, ONVIF has formed the AI Working Group. We spoke with Peter Damm of Milestone Systems, and…
Cities are getting smarter. From connected traffic systems and intelligent public transportation to smart lighting and digital public services, urban environments are becoming more efficient, responsive, and data-driven. But as cities add more connected technology, one thing becomes increasingly important: security systems that can work together. Because in a smart city, security doesn’t live in…
The Next Phase of Physical Security in the Middle East: Cloud interoperability
August 12th, 2026
Unlocking Cloud Potential: ONVIF Introduces the Profile V Release Candidate
July 9th, 2026
How Open Standards Can Help Advance Dubai’s New Public Safety Vision
June 19th, 2026
The AI Interoperability Gap No One Is Talking About
May 12th, 2026
