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This Newsletter Includes:
Company Updates
March Networks Wins Big at the 2026 Security Today GOVIES Awards
March Networks was recognized in the 2026 Security Today Government Security Awards (the ‘GOVIES’), with two AI-driven solutions earning top honors.
AI Smart Search won in the Artificial Intelligence category for its natural language and image-based video search capabilities, while the AI3 Counting Camera was recognized in the IP Video Surveillance Cameras category for combining AI-powered people counting, 360° video, and business intelligence in a single device.
New Article: March Networks and VIVOTEK Coming Together Post Merger
Net Payne, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at March Networks, recently spoke with SP&T News on the merger with VIVOTEK, highlighting how we’re working together post-merger to deliver more integrated video security solutions powered by AI, cloud, and advanced analytics.
New Article: March Networks Sharpens Cloud Strategy with VIVOTEK
March Networks was featured in a Security Systems News article about how the company is accelerating its cloud strategy following the merger, with a strong focus on AI-powered video intelligence, scalable cloud storage, and AWS-backed infrastructure.
Recent Events
Feria Internacional de Seguridad Guayaquil | May 14-15
Our Latin American team connected with customers and partners in Guayaquil, EC. The team highlighted how organizations can simplify their transition to the cloud with secure, scalable video solutions.
Industry Insights
What Agentic AI Means for the Future of Video Security
Frank Ouyang, Vice President of R&D at March Networks, shares insights from recent strategy sessions with Delta Electronics and global R&D teams, highlighting how agentic AI can combine video, business data, and workflows to help organizations respond faster and make smarter decisions.
He also explains why governance, accountability, and the combined strengths of March Networks and VIVOTEK are critical to building the next generation of trusted AI-powered video intelligence.
Watch On-Demand: Inside the March Networks-VIVOTEK Merger
March Networks and Security Today recently hosted a live executive Q&A on the March Networks–VIVOTEK merger, featuring Net Payne, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, in conversation with Security Today’s Ralph Jensen.
The session explored what the strategic alignment means for customers and partners, and how the combined organization is delivering a more powerful, end-to-end video solution across video management, cameras, and AI-driven analytics.
Tech Talks
Behind the Branch: March Networks Approach to Branch Security (Podcast)
Jeff Hanna, Channel Account Manager at March Networks, recently joined the Behind the Branch podcast to discuss how community banks and credit unions are modernizing security with cloud-based video solutions, AI-driven analytics, and operational intelligence. The conversation also explored how the March Networks and VIVOTEK merger is expanding opportunities for more integrated, end-to-end security solutions across the banking industry.
March Networks Academy: Intelligent Video with AI-Driven Metadata
In this episode of March Networks Academy, Jeff Hanna explores how AI-driven metadata and Searchlight reporting tools help organizations quickly identify and review meaningful video events. This episode explores how intelligent video analytics and AI alarms can reduce investigation time and improve operational visibility across businesses.
Employee Spotlight
This month’s #FeaturedMarcher is David Jimenez Maldonado, Sales Engineer at March Networks, LATAM!
Based in Mexico City, David is recognized for his unwavering commitment and support of the LATAM team. Known for his problem-solving mindset, he consistently works to find practical solutions to every challenge while maintaining a positive and collaborative approach with both colleagues and customers.
David’s professionalism, dedication, and willingness to help others have helped foster a strong team environment and build lasting customer relationships across the region. His “can-do” attitude and dependable support make him a valued member of the March Networks team.
Thank you, David, for your hard work, positivity, and dedication to supporting both our team and customers across the LATAM region!
Customer Corner
“We have a very safe system, and the decision to acquire video surveillance capability is a proactive step to ensure that we continue providing a safe public transportation system for our employees and passengers.”
“For years, we’ve had to put up with what I call swivel chair loss prevention. We get our exception reports showing voids and refunds, read them and swivel around in our chair to look up the video using a separate system. With Searchlight, I don’t have to swivel around in my chair. I read the report, click on a little icon and, bang, the video’s right there.”
— Uniqlo | Australia
Upcoming Events
Expo Seguridad
June 2-4, 2026 | Mexico City | Mexico
Retail Risk London
June 18, 2026 | London West | UK
NRF Protect
June 8-10, 2026 | Dallas | USA
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New Updates Now Available on the Partner Portal
Linux “Copy Fail” Vulnerability
CVE-2026-31431 is a Linux kernel vulnerability that may allow a local user with limited access to escalate privileges to root on systems running Linux kernel version 4.14 or later. March Networks products are not directly affected. As usual, we recommend keeping operating systems, including Linux, up to date.
CES 2.24 Software Update | Now Available
CES 2.24 software introduces an updated Oncam SDK (v2.2.2), enhanced CES snapshot topology support, new Insight menu access, and important Azul security updates to improve system functionality and security.
