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Cloud Video Surveillance: When It’s Truly Cool and When It’s Just a “Nice-to-Have”

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Cloud Video Surveillance has come a long way from being a buzzword in the security industry. While its potential is vast, its practical applications vary significantly depending on the use case. Let’s dive into when cloud surveillance is a game-changer and when it’s simply an additional line item on your invoice.

Traditionally, cloud surveillance was synonymous with storing video footage in the cloud, often replacing local storage. This strategy works successfully for some companies, particularly if convenience is more important than security. Recording directly to a cloud archive eliminates the need for local storage, offering a hassle-free solution that is both quick to deploy and easy to manage.

For example, monitoring a construction site for apartment buyers or keeping tabs on how their ordered pizza is being prepared. But when it comes to security, a cloud archive alone cannot replace a local one. They should complement each other, ensuring additional protection and data safety.

Let’s be honest: cloud video surveillance isn’t always a magic bullet. It used to be the trendy choice, but times have changed. Today, it’s more like a cool feature – life-saving in some situations and just another line item on the bill in others.

When Cloud and Local Archives Must Work Together

If we’re talking about security, a cloud archive should never be the sole solution. It should enhance, not replace, local storage. This ensures data remains safe even if something goes wrong.

When Is Cloud Surveillance Worth Paying For?

It’s simple: if the potential loss from missing video archives outweighs the cost of a cloud subscription by a wide margin, then it’s a no-brainer!

Cloud Analytics: The Hype vs. Reality

Cloud-based video analytics is heralded as the next big thing in security systems, often showcased at industry events as a revolutionary step forward. The vision of smart cities powered by real-time, cloud-driven analytics is enticing. However, after the buzz fades, the reality often falls short of expectations.

Customers, having watched too many promotional videos online, approach suppliers with inflated expectations. To them, video analytics is something mystical – vaguely understood but occasionally indispensable. And let’s be clear: their high expectations are often fueled by the flood of advertising noise.

Many have already been “caught in the net” of camera manufacturers proudly advertising built-in “analytics features,” creating the illusion of an all-in-one solution that’s “free.” In reality, this analytics is often tied tightly to specific recorders and tends to perform poorly. That’s when you realize how risky it is to depend on a single vendor – it’s like putting all your eggs in one basket.

Moreover, many cameras still run outdated software from the 2000s, riddled with random security vulnerabilities or intentionally embedded components that report back to the manufacturer. Even today, we encounter ActiveX and Internet Explorer requirements or compatibility with only one specific brand. Some manufacturers disable RTSP stream transmission or use proprietary ONVIF versions. Connecting such cameras directly to the cloud without firewalls is risky.

Independent Software: The True Savior

This is where solutions like SmartVision shine. This software can handle RTSP video streams from any equipment, regardless of the “zoo” of manufacturers you might have. It doesn’t matter how many brands you’re dealing with – it all works seamlessly in one interface, on modern applications for both mobile and desktop, as well as remote cloud servers.

Breathing New Life into Old Systems

If you’re running an old IP surveillance system, replacing all the equipment and cabling can be expensive and time-consuming. With SmartVision, you don’t need to worry about your mix of brands – you’ll see everything in one application, whether on a computer or phone. Security operators can continue monitoring their screens without any disruptions. It’s a lifesaver for aging shopping centers, suburban mansions, or even apartment buildings in city centers where cables have long been sealed into walls.

In the end, operators at their posts will keep staring at their monitors as before. Nothing changes for them. But for the customer, everything is now visible through a unified interface in a modern app – on mobile devices or PCs. SmartVision turns any IP camera into a smart device.

What Features Does SmartVision Offer?

Monitoring: Real-time video viewing from surveillance cameras with minimal load on Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 computers.

Continuous Video Recording: Record video in an open MP4 format without interruptions. The system ensures high-quality recording with efficient compression for optimal storage and disk space savings.

Time-Lapse Recording: Save important events without overloading storage. Time-lapse recording in MP4 format allows users to select the desired frame rate for optimized data storage and disk space savings. As a result, you can extend the archive depth using the same disk space.

Motion Detection Recording: Utilizing smart motion detection and time-lapse features helps significantly save disk space and store critical video fragments in high quality when motion is detected. This intelligent function records only meaningful events, avoiding unnecessary storage consumption.

Intelligent Video Analytics: SmartVision offers robust detection capabilities, including object detection, license plate recognition, facial recognition, and fire/smoke detection. These AI-driven features enhance security and enable proactive incident management.

System Stability: The system includes automatic recovery from broadcast failures or connection losses. Enhanced stability ensures uninterrupted monitoring even when integrated with budget-friendly cameras, which is essential for continuous surveillance.

Cloud Integration:

To ensure remote access to surveillance cameras and event backup storage, SmartVision supports integration with the Cloud Service for Video Surveillance

Remote video viewing from any camera is possible without complex settings, static IP addresses, DDNS, or specific router configurations. Additionally, users can receive push notifications about events detected by surveillance cameras.

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BitRivals Announce Initial Alpha Offering in AlphaLauncher.io – A Whole New Generation of Web3 Gaming

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BitRivals, the revolutionary Web3 gaming platform, will have an Initial Alpha Offering via AlphaLauncher.io on January 13, 2025, at 2 PM UTC. This date represents a new important milestone in BitRivals’ quest to rewrite gaming rules, allowing users to join a decentralized, player-centric ecosystem. It is here to introduce the new play-to-earn model, where actual rewards for gaming are possible and give ownership of in-game assets in ways never seen before.

                 

The BitRivals IAO occuring on January 13, 2025, at 2 PM UTC on AlphaLauncher.io. The total raise is $200,000, and the IAO will be in the USDC. One token will be sold for $0.01. The offering will be on the Base blockchain, and participants can buy up to $999 per wallet. There will be a structured vesting schedule: 20% of the tokens at the TGE, then a 15-day cliff, then linear vesting over the next five months. More than that, BitRivals provides a 24-hour ClaimBack policy, which makes the platform very flexible and game-fair to every participant.

What’s special about BitRivals?

BitRivals is not just another Web3 gaming platform; it’s a different paradigm regarding how users interact with these digital ecosystems. BitRivals focuses on just three basic principles of change that will alter how users experience gaming:

Ownership redefined through the implementation of blockchain technology, BitRivals hands over to players complete ownership over all their in-game assets. In full tokenization of assets, one can trade, sell, or keep them in ownership at any moment. The amount of control placed in a player’s hands thus re-positions it to assume an authoritative stance above the dictations that traditional game models often bring on in-game.

BitRivals uses the FCFS model with no restrictions so that anyone can participate in the IAO. The processes are so uncomplicated and open that whether one is a fresh beginner or an old hand at Web3 has little bearing on this, so let it be all-inclusive.

A Seamless Experience for Participants

Events such as the IAO will take place on AlphaLauncher.io, one of the more trustable platforms for blockchain-based token launches. Users seeking to participate in the BitRivals IAO are invited to follow the simple steps:

  • Visit AlphaLauncher.io: Head to the platform’s website to get started with the IAO registration process.
  • Setting up your wallet on the base chain: Ensure your wallet is set to interact with the Base blockchain, which hosts the BitRivals ecosystem.
  • Learn More About BitRivals: To learn about the game, ecosystem, and many other things, check out the website BitRivals. 
  • Join on January 13th, 2025, at 2 PM UTC: Be prepared to purchase BitRivals tokens when the IAO goes live.

How to Get Involved:

For more information about the IAO, interested parties can visit AlphaLauncher.io for more details and preparation for the January 13 launch. To learn more about the BitRivals platform, its roadmap, features, and vision for the future of gaming, visit the BitRivals official website at: https://bitrivals.com 

About BitRivals

BitRivals is a gaming powerhouse that enables gamification powered by Web3. Its main core can empower every player with real rewards and possession over their virtual items. At the core of the BitRivals initiative lies an offer of value that will break new ground in decentralization for players and industry developers while cultivating a truly player-centric environment in gaming.

About AlphaLauncher.io

AlphaLauncher.io is one of the top-notch launchpads, home to some of the most innovative projects leading in Web3. Embodying a high level of transparency, security, and end-user experience, AlphaLauncher.io will provide full support in enabling game-changing initiatives such as BitRivals.

For more information, please refer to AlphaLauncher.io and BitRivals’ official website.

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Spencer Kolssak

Manchester UK

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hello@bitrivals.app 

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Major Reforms to Driver CPC Announced to Enhance Flexibility for Professional Drivers

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A series of pivotal changes to the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) have been introduced to provide greater flexibility and address challenges faced by professional drivers. These updates aim to simplify training requirements for lorry, bus, and coach drivers, with new options tailored for those driving exclusively within domestic borders.

      

The Driver CPC is a vital qualification for professional drivers, designed to uphold safety and competency standards across the transport sector. The recent changes reflect a commitment to streamlining processes while maintaining high levels of professionalism in the industry.

Key Features of the New Reforms

  1. Introduction of National and International CPC Options

Drivers now have the flexibility to choose between two tailored qualifications:

  • National Driver CPC: Specifically designed for drivers operating only within domestic borders, this option offers streamlined training requirements.
  • International Driver CPC: Retaining the structure of the traditional CPC, this qualification is ideal for drivers who work across both domestic and international routes, ensuring compliance with broader standards.

2.Flexible Training Sessions

Training sessions under the National Driver CPC have been restructured to allow shorter durations, as little as three and a half hours. This contrasts with the previous minimum of seven hours, giving drivers and their employers more flexibility in scheduling.

3.Increased Online Learning Opportunities

To modernize the training process, both qualifications now permit up to 12 hours of e-learning. This enables drivers to complete a significant portion of their training online, providing a convenient and cost-effective option without sacrificing quality.

4.New Qualification Cards

Updated Driver Qualification Cards (DQCs) are being issued to reflect the changes:

  • National CPC holders will receive cards clearly marked “DOMESTIC USE ONLY.”
  • International CPC holders will continue to use the existing card design.

Drivers are reminded that DQCs are required to be carried at all times when operating a vehicle professionally.

Enhancements for Returning Drivers (Effective February 2025)

Additional measures have been introduced to support drivers returning to professional roles after a lapse in their CPC:

  • For CPCs Expired Between 60 Days and 2 Years:
  • Drivers can requalify by completing 35 hours of training (National or International CPC).
  • Alternatively, a seven-hour “return to driving” module is available, allowing immediate resumption of domestic driving. This must be followed by an additional 28 hours of training within 12 months.
  • For CPCs Expired Over 2 Years:
  • A full 35 hours of training (National or International CPC) is required to regain qualification.

These updates are designed to streamline the requalification process, addressing one of the industry’s longstanding challenges.

          

Industry Impact and Benefits

These reforms are set to benefit drivers and transport operators by reducing barriers to entry and compliance. With the transport sector facing ongoing driver shortages, the updates are expected to improve recruitment and retention while maintaining high safety standards.

An industry representative remarked:

“The introduction of the National CPC is a significant milestone for the transport sector. It provides much-needed flexibility for drivers and operators, particularly those focused on domestic operations. These changes are practical, forward-thinking, and a step in the right direction.”

The revised structure of training courses is also being welcomed by employers, who now have more options to support their workforce without compromising operations.

A Path Forward for Professional Drivers

The Driver CPC reforms reflect a clear focus on adapting to the needs of the modern transport industry. By providing flexible options and modernizing training delivery, the changes aim to support drivers and operators in meeting today’s demands.

Drivers and employers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new rules and select the qualification that aligns with their operational requirements. For further guidance, professional training providers and industry organizations are ready to assist with compliance and implementation.

 

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SimpSide – Your All-In-One Trading Solution Effortlessly Trade Cryptocurrencies, Stocks, and Forex

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SimpSide is here to redefine financial trading, tackling the most significant challenges traders face today. By offering cutting-edge solutions, SimpSide ensures a streamlined, secure, and efficient trading experience for all users.

Unparalleled Security

SimpSide prioritizes user privacy and data security like no other platform. Unlike traditional systems that rely on centralized servers vulnerable to breaches, SimpSide employs a decentralized approach to safeguard user information. Your data is never stored or shared with third parties—except in rare, legally mandated cases like anti-money laundering or counter-terrorism measures. With SimpSide, you maintain full control over your information, allowing you to trade with confidence and peace of mind.

Blazing-Fast Performance

Market volatility often overwhelms trading platforms, leading to slower transaction speeds. SimpSide eliminates this bottleneck with its advanced trading engine, capable of executing trades up to 12 times faster than conventional platforms. Whether it’s a calm day or a period of extreme market activity, SimpSide guarantees seamless and timely trade execution, ensuring you never miss a lucrative opportunity.

Unified Market Access

Why switch between platforms to manage different investments? SimpSide brings cryptocurrencies, stocks, and forex markets together in one integrated interface. This unified approach allows you to oversee your entire portfolio effortlessly, saving time and reducing complexity. With SimpSide, managing your investments has never been more convenient or cost-effective.

Setting New Standards in Trading

SimpSide isn’t just addressing existing issues—it’s shaping the future of trading. By combining state-of-the-art security, unmatched speed, and cross-market integration, SimpSide empowers traders to operate with confidence, efficiency, and ease. This platform is more than a tool; it’s a game-changer for the financial industry.

The Future is Here

With SimpSide, concerns about data breaches, sluggish performance, or fragmented market access are a thing of the past. Designed for the modern trader, this platform ensures a seamless and worry-free trading experience. SimpSide isn’t just a solution; it’s the gateway to a simpler, faster, and safer future in financial trading.

Take control. Trade smarter. Choose SimpSide.

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Official Website: Simpside.com

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CEO: Antony Dee

Email: Support@SimpSide.com

Address: The Sotheby Building, Rodney Village,

Rodney Bay, Gros-Islet, Saint Lucia

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