Milestone Systems to Launch AI Video Tools in Orlando
Security managers can soon integrate automated search and redaction tools into existing camera systems to streamline operations.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Remote Work
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Milestone Systems is set to showcase new video analytics and privacy tools during the IACP 2026 conference in Orlando from October 24-27. The presentation highlights capabilities for firms and agencies to integrate AI-driven search and redaction into existing camera infrastructure.
Why it matters
These tools address the dual challenge of managing high volumes of security data while maintaining compliance with privacy standards through automated redaction. For operators, such software offers a path to increase surveillance utility without requiring a complete hardware overhaul.
Milestone Systems is rolling out three new capabilities for its platform, including AI-driven search and automated redaction, vs. current industry standards for manual footage processing. The total number of affected platforms remains unknown as the company prepares its official product launch.
The players
Milestone Systems
A developer of open-platform video management software used by businesses and public agencies to consolidate security operations.
The details
BriefCam allows users to perform searches using written descriptions, connecting directly with existing video management systems like XProtect to pull insights from legacy hardware. XProtect Evidence Manager consolidates digital files from disparate sources, while Precision Blur leverages AI to automatically redact faces and license plates from exported footage to support data privacy compliance.
Timeline
October 24-27, 2026: Milestone Systems demonstrates new video analytics at IACP conference.
Market Landscape
The introduction of automated redaction reflects a broader industry trend to embed compliance features directly into video software, mirroring requirements found in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This update shifts the burden of privacy protection from manual review to AI-driven, automated workflows.
Business owners should review their current video management platforms to determine if these or similar AI-driven analytics can improve efficiency for internal investigations. Evaluate whether your current redaction processes are manual, as automating this function may reduce liability and labor costs.
The takeaway
Operators should monitor how AI-based redaction tools impact the time required for fulfilling data requests or managing security footage. Check your existing video infrastructure for compatibility with these modules to determine if an upgrade could simplify compliance reporting.
Further reading
For more on managing distributed camera systems and security operations, see Remote Work.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Security Today.
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