A leading data-driven video technology provider is preparing to demonstrate how artificial intelligence can revolutionise safety and security systems across the Gulf region at one of the Middle East’s premier security exhibitions.
Milestone Systems will present its latest AI-powered video management solutions at Intersec Dubai 2026, as the UAE continues its push to establish itself as a global centre for artificial intelligence innovation. The company’s participation comes at a time when the region is increasingly adopting intelligent safety systems across multiple sectors, including smart cities, transport networks, critical infrastructure and industrial facilities.
The Copenhagen-headquartered firm has recently expanded its artificial intelligence capabilities with the launch of a next-generation Vision Language Model available in European and US versions. Building on this technology, the company has introduced XProtect Video Summarization and VLM-as-a-Service, two new innovations designed to extract greater value from video data.
These developments form part of Milestone’s broader expansion strategy in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey region, where the company has been experiencing strong growth. The firm’s open-platform approach aligns with the Gulf’s transition towards AI-powered safety infrastructure across various applications.
Louise Bou Rached, Director – Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Milestone Systems, emphasised the transformative potential of video technology beyond conventional security applications.
“Video can deliver even greater value when it goes beyond traditional security – transforming data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and tangible business outcomes. With Milestone’s open platform and new, advanced AI-powered capabilities, customers gain more than just surveillance. As the UAE and wider Gulf embrace AI to enhance safety, efficiency, and resilience, our open-platform VMS empowers public and private organizations to convert video data into actionable intelligence that supports operational excellence and informed decision-making.”
At the exhibition, Milestone will demonstrate how its technology portfolio addresses key challenges facing organisations in the region’s digital transformation journey. The company’s showcase will focus on three core areas: integrating AI-driven video analytics with intelligent access control and sensor data to enable proactive decision-making; connecting operational technology with information technology systems to unlock efficiency gains and operational insights; and ensuring robust cybersecurity through encryption, device hardening protocols and regular platform updates.
The company’s technology suite combines several components to deliver comprehensive video intelligence solutions. The XProtect video management system forms the foundation, whilst BriefCam analytics provides AI-powered analysis capabilities, and Arcules cloud delivers video surveillance as a service. Together, these platforms transform raw video feeds into meaningful insights that support objectives such as urban planning for smart cities, traffic flow management, crowd monitoring and asset utilisation optimisation.
A key differentiator for Milestone is its open-platform architecture, which enables integration with other leading AI and Internet of Things systems deployed across the region. This interoperability approach helps protect customer investments whilst ensuring that deployments remain adaptable to future technological developments.
The timing of Milestone’s enhanced regional focus reflects broader trends in the Gulf states, where governments and private sector organisations are investing heavily in AI-driven solutions to improve safety, operational efficiency and resilience. The convergence of video technology with artificial intelligence is enabling new applications that extend far beyond traditional security monitoring.
The solutions being presented at Intersec have applications across diverse sectors. In manufacturing, the technology can monitor production processes and identify safety hazards. Airport operators can use the systems for passenger flow management and security screening. Law enforcement agencies benefit from advanced analytics for investigations and public safety operations. Retail businesses can analyse customer behaviour and optimise store layouts. Traffic management authorities can monitor road networks and respond to incidents more effectively.
Milestone Systems, which was established in 1998, has grown to employ more than 1,500 people worldwide. The company has operated as an independent entity within the Canon Group since 2014. Its video management software and analytics platforms are deployed across industries globally, providing organisations with tools to analyse past events, monitor current situations and anticipate future developments.
The company describes its mission as providing clarity on how to create a safer, more prosperous world through intelligent use of video data. This vision aligns with the UAE’s own ambitions to leverage artificial intelligence for societal benefit whilst ensuring that AI solutions remain scalable, secure and responsibly deployed.
As the Middle East continues its rapid digital transformation, the integration of advanced video technology with artificial intelligence is expected to play an increasingly important role in how organisations approach safety, security and operational efficiency challenges. Milestone’s participation at Intersec Dubai 2026 represents part of this broader evolution in the region’s technological capabilities.
Visitors to Intersec Dubai can find Milestone Systems at booth H1S24, where the company’s team will provide demonstrations of its latest data-driven security and safety solutions designed specifically for the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in the Middle East.
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