The Ultimate Guide to Surveillance
A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Surveillance.
What to know about Surveillance
Surveillance encompasses a wide array of technologies and practices used to monitor environments, individuals, and activities for security, safety, and operational purposes. This field is rapidly evolving with advancements in AI, video analytics, biometrics, and networked devices, transforming traditional surveillance from mere observation tools to intelligent systems capable of proactive threat detection and enhanced data insights.
Our collection of stories explores the diverse aspects of surveillance, from the deployment of cutting-edge video cameras and AI-powered analytics to concerns around privacy, government oversight, and ethical considerations. Readers will find insights into market trends, new product launches, and regulatory developments, alongside reviews and discussions on the impact of surveillance technologies in homes, businesses, critical infrastructure, and public spaces.
Engage with these articles to understand how surveillance technologies are shaping security strategies, the challenges posed by data privacy and cybersecurity risks, and the balancing act between safety and civil liberties in an increasingly monitored world.
Canadian Surveillance News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
B.C. gets CAD $13.8M for AI, aerospace defence projects
The funding will help five British Columbia projects expand satellite, drone and maritime technologies with dual-use defence applications.
Ottawa commits CAD $900m to boost defence innovation
Canada is investing over $900M in NRC defence R&D, backing drones, aerospace, quantum tech and biomedical countermeasures.
Surveillance, AI and the security gaps behind the camera
As facial analytics quietly spread through public spaces, Canadians face urgent questions over privacy, consent and digital surveillance.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Surveillance
Featured News
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Demand for real-time security insights is pushing airports and public spaces towards AI tools that can analyse hundreds of cameras at once.
Surveillance, AI and the security gaps behind the camera
As facial analytics quietly spread through public spaces, Canadians face urgent questions over privacy, consent and digital surveillance.
Expert Columns
The missing link in eIDV: Why data quality drives fraud prevention
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
Espionage Without Noise: Understanding APT36's Enduring Campaigns
Challenges and solutions in cross-border identity verification
Watch out for these eight trends to impact cybersecurity teams in 2026
How AI face recognition leads theft investigation in retail stores
Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Surveillance News
Pimloc & Dynamic Workflow Solutions team on redaction
Agencies could cut disclosure delays as the new system automates redaction of body-worn camera, CCTV and phone footage before release.
Cambodia scam compounds linked to mobile banking fraud
Banks and public bodies in 21 countries face device-takeover fraud that can steal SMS codes, biometric data and funds.
R2 Wireless expands ODIN partner network across defence
A wider mix of drones, ground vehicles and command software can now share passive RF sensing data as R2 Wireless broadens ODIN's defence reach.
Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks
Rising deepfake and synthetic-identity attacks are prompting banks and regulators to back new guidance on hardening fraud defences.
DroneShield opens European headquarters in Amsterdam
Europe accounted for nearly half of DroneShield's 2025 revenue, underscoring why the defence tech group is deepening its regional base in Amsterdam.
Suprema unveils facial access tools for North America
Security teams in North America can now weigh cloud and on-premise options as Suprema rolls out facial access tools that fit existing systems.
ROC launches Face1 biometric reader for access control
The new reader lets sites add biometric checks and live threat detection without replacing existing doors, zoning or permission systems.
Genetec boosts cloud access control with visitor tools
Genetec updates its Security Centre SaaS with unified visitor management, broader intrusion hardware support and facial authentication.
Genetec upgrades Security Centre SaaS for access control
Genetec has upgraded Security Centre SaaS with a unified front desk interface, broader intrusion support and optional facial authentication.
3DiVi maps global face recognition lifecycle to 2026
3DiVi charts a six-stage global face recognition lifecycle to 2026, showing regions split by regulation pace, infrastructure and politics.
SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials
SYOS's SA200 heavy-lift drone completes moving-platform autonomy trials, clearing the ship-ready uncrewed helicopter for serial production.
Milestone & IQSIGHT launch SmartSuite for XProtect
Milestone and IQSIGHT launch SmartSuite for XProtect, unifying video analytics, camera control and faster threat detection in one console.
Wireless CVEs surge, exposing hidden risks for AI centres
Wireless flaws have surged 230-fold since 2010, as Bastille warns AI data centres and critical infrastructure face escalating unseen risks.
iProov unveils biometric suite to combat deepfake fraud
iProov launches a biometric Workforce Solution Suite to verify real human presence and shield employers from deepfake-driven identity fraud.
Sama credential leaks raise fears over Meta glasses data
Leaked Sama staff logins tied to stealer malware spark fresh alarm over security of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses video review pipeline.
1Kosmos adds identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows
1Kosmos adds embedded identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows to curb social engineering in high-risk service desk interactions.
Identity management tops 2026 security & IT agenda
Identity management is set to dominate 2026 security agendas as HID research shows rising convergence, biometrics use and privacy scrutiny.
Genetec unveils Cloudlink 2210 for hybrid security
Genetec has unveiled Cloudlink 2210, a hybrid appliance that centralises cloud-managed security while preserving local storage at scale.