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The Rise of AI in Video Surveillance

November 10, 2026
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the video surveillance industry. What was once a passive recording system is becoming an intelligent, proactive security tool that can detect, classify, and respond to events in real time.

Modern AI-powered cameras can distinguish between people, vehicles, and animals, reducing false alarms by up to 90%. Advanced analytics include loitering detection, object left behind, crowd density monitoring, and facial recognition.

Edge-based AI processing is a major trend, with cameras performing analytics on-device rather than sending all video to a central server. This reduces bandwidth requirements and enables faster response times.

However, the rise of AI in surveillance also raises important questions about privacy, bias, and regulation. Security professionals must balance the benefits of intelligent video with ethical considerations and emerging legislation.

The Security Show 2028 will feature an entire education track dedicated to AI and analytics, with sessions covering implementation best practices, privacy compliance, and the latest technology demonstrations.