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Large-scale AI models in video security — what is the impact so far?
A new generation of AI is entering the arena of physical security, with Guanlan large-scale AI models by Hikvision. Harnessing the power of multimodal artificial intelligence, Guanlan promises to revolutionize workflows and enable new possibilities. asmag.com and Hikvision teamed up to find out how ready the industry is for large-scale AI, with our survey of physical security professionals.
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Large-scale AI gains momentum

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Are already adopting or planning to adopt large-scale AI-enabled devices
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See clear operational value, including better efficiency and fewer errors
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Consider adoption “very important” for their future competitiveness
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See the high cost of large-scale AI-enabled devices as a barrier

Commitment to large-scale AI

Market moves to scale

Organizations increasingly view AI as essential as they integrate large-scale models into core security operations, driving market penetration across critical verticals.
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Innovation boosts efficiency

Smarter object detection & classification
Large-scale AI models distinguish people, vehicles and objects with high accuracy, empowering faster, more reliable security decisions.
Safer, more intelligent transportation
AI-powered traffic cameras and servers help detect incidents, optimize traffic flow and improve road safety in real time.
Accurate perimeter security with far fewer false alarms
Advanced multi-sensing and large-scale AI dramatically cut false alarms, delivering precise threat detection to protect perimeters more effectively.
Natural-language video search
Large-scale AI enables intuitive video retrieval—simply type a description and the system will find the exact footage in seconds.

Pain points in focus

Smarter, faster, leaner

By automating detection and reducing false alarms and human error, large-scale AI models address long-standing workflow bottlenecks that drain time and resources.
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Benefits in many verticals

Meet Hikvision large-scale AI models

Guanlan, Hikvision’s latest large-scale AI models, were inspired by a two-millenia old adage: “To understand the nature and movement of water, one must observe its waves.” Powered by Guanlan, Hikvision products can perceiving subtle changes and understand underlying truths.

Hikvision’s Guanlan Large-Scale AI Products

Guanlan AI models integrate advanced AI engines into various products and applications, from edge devices to NVRs and fusion deployments.
DeepinViewX Cameras
Up to 140m detection range with 90% fewer false alarms, powered by large-scale AI.
AcuSeek NVRs
Guanlan-powered natural language video search enables precise video and image retrieval within seconds.
ITS Cameras & Servers
Guanlan-powered ITS cameras and servers designed to significantly enhance detection accuracy and improve overall traffic safety.