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Cross-party MPs urge ban on two Chinese CCTV companies citing ethics and security concerns
A slightly out of focus CCTV camera points at a 45 degree to the right of the viewer, while a second camera that is in focus bearing the word 'Hikvision' points away from the viewer
Policy & legislation

Cross-party MPs urge ban on two Chinese CCTV companies citing ethics and security concerns

Hikvision and Dahua are used by over 60% of UK public bodies, despite widespread criticism around alleged ties to crimes in Xinjiang
5 Jul 2022
Synology DVA3221 review: Much more than a NAS
A photograph of the Synology DVA3221
network attached storage (NAS)

Synology DVA3221 review: Much more than a NAS

This surveillance solution is easy to deploy and packed with useful video analysis tools
22 Jul 2021
How to build a Raspberry Pi security camera
CCTV
Hardware

How to build a Raspberry Pi security camera

Build your own cut-price surveillance equipment
14 Feb 2020
Synology DVA3219 review: An ideal CCTV system
network attached storage (NAS)

Synology DVA3219 review: An ideal CCTV system

A smart surveillance solution with clever video analytics tools
28 Nov 2019
EnGenius EL-EWS1025CAM review
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EnGenius EL-EWS1025CAM review

A clever hybrid IP camera that combines video surveillance with a wireless AP and support for EnGenius’ Neutron WLAN meshing
9 Oct 2017
Hikvision Darkfighter DS-2CD4B26FWD-IZS review
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Hikvision Darkfighter DS-2CD4B26FWD-IZS review

Top image quality, an IP67 rating and colour at very low light levels makes this a great choice for external surveillance
18 Sep 2017
EnGenius EDS6255 review
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EnGenius EDS6255 review

Night vision isn’t great, but this little camera packs in a lot of surveillance features for a tempting price
15 Sep 2017
Axis M1065-LW review
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Axis M1065-LW review

It’s pricey, but this little 1080p camera simply won’t be beaten for video quality and surveillance features
13 Sep 2017
D-Link Vigilance DCS-4602EV review
Server Message Block (SMB)

D-Link Vigilance DCS-4602EV review

A very affordable outdoor IP camera that’s built like a tank, though image quality is merely adequate
12 Sep 2017
Russian webcam hackers spy on UK homes & offices
CCTV camera
Security

Russian webcam hackers spy on UK homes & offices

Website shows footage of babies sleeping in cots, offices and even a pub
20 Nov 2014
Google and Facebook reject ‘Snooper’s Charter’
no
Policy & legislation

Google and Facebook reject ‘Snooper’s Charter’

Internet giants tell Home Secretary Theresa May what they make of the Communications Data Bill.
31 May 2013
Raytheon creates RIOT tracking software to track terrorists
You are being watched
Security

Raytheon creates RIOT tracking software to track terrorists

Raytheon’s RIOT could track terrorists via Facebook and Twitter, predict future whereabouts.
11 Feb 2013
Met Police and UK Government implicated in TrapWire scandal
CCTV cameras
Security

Met Police and UK Government implicated in TrapWire scandal

Leaked communications suggest involvement in mass global surveillance network.
14 Aug 2012
Campaign group calls for clampdown on surveillance tech
Time for change
Security

Campaign group calls for clampdown on surveillance tech

Privacy International gives Government until 6 August to respond to concerns or face legal proceedings.
23 Jul 2012
RSA's Art Coviello: Security industry going through hell
Security hell
Security

RSA's Art Coviello: Security industry going through hell

A year after the hack on RSA, Art Coviello says the entire security industry has been going through 'hell.'
28 Feb 2012
Trendnet firmware flaw exposes private videos
CCTV
Security

Trendnet firmware flaw exposes private videos

Trendnet says it has issued a firmware fix for a load of its vulnerable IP CCTV cameras.
7 Feb 2012
Fulham FC using iPads to fight football hooligans
Fulham Sec
Network & Internet

Fulham FC using iPads to fight football hooligans

We went to Craven Cottage to see how Fulham's IP CCTV operation was using iPads to watch over fans.
14 Sep 2011
CCTV service Internet Eyes forced into privacy changes
CCTV
privacy

CCTV service Internet Eyes forced into privacy changes

The ICO clamps down on the controversial CCTV viewing website after a clip appears on YouTube.
14 Jun 2011
Love of gadgets fueling rise in street crime
street crime
News

Love of gadgets fueling rise in street crime

Met Police warns shiny gadgets attract criminals.
12 Jan 2011
CCTV service 'Internet Eyes' goes live
CCTV
privacy

CCTV service 'Internet Eyes' goes live

A website that rewards members for spotting shoplifters using CCTV footage goes live amid privacy concerns.
4 Oct 2010
How many CCTV cameras are out there?
CCTV
Business strategy

How many CCTV cameras are out there?

There is split opinion on the use of CCTV across the UK, but it seems those in charge have no idea exactly how many cameras are actually in use.
17 Feb 2010
Tories to rollback surveillance state
CCTV camera
databases

Tories to rollback surveillance state

The Conservative party has revealed plans to end ID cards, the ContactPoint database and give the Information Commissioner more powers.
16 Sep 2009
WiMAX isn’t dead – it’s just for business
wireless
Mobile

WiMAX isn’t dead – it’s just for business

Public sector trials of WiMAX suggest it could settle into an infrastructure type niche, rather than battle LTE in the consumer space.
22 Jul 2009