Alpha Vision News Archive

Smash-and-grab robberies are surging, with organized crews looting stores in minutes and putting staff at risk. A recent California heist saw 25 armed suspects steal $1M in jewelry, underscoring the scale of the threat. Traditional cameras only provide evidence after the fact, but AI-powered video security can detect and deter crime in real time. Below we rank the top 7 solutions for combating smash-and-grabs in 2025, with Alpha Vision leading the field.

Organized retail theft is surging, with shoplifting up 93% from 2019 to 2023 and high-profile heists costing retailers millions. Incidents like the San Ramon jewelry robbery highlight the limits of traditional CCTV. In response, AI-powered video security is emerging as a smarter defense—detecting threats in real time, deterring criminals with voice warnings, and aiding faster police response. Below we review five top AI camera solutions for tackling organized retail crime in 2025.

Retail shrink topped $120B in North America in 2024, pressuring retailers to find smarter security solutions. AI-powered video systems now go beyond recording, offering real-time threat detection, alerts, deterrence, and business insights to cut losses and boost ROI. Below, we rank 8 leading retail security platforms for 2025, outlining their strengths and limitations to help you choose the right fit.

Retailers in 2025 face escalating threats—from shoplifting to violent flash-mob robberies that cost U.S. stores $45B in 2024. Traditional CCTV misses most incidents, but AI-powered surveillance offers real-time detection, instant alerts, automated deterrents, and rapid video search. These smart, cloud-based tools protect assets, support staff, and keep people safe. Below we rank five of the top AI surveillance solutions for retailers in 2025—starting with industry leader Alpha Vision.

Organized retail theft and smash-and-grab raids are surging, putting businesses and shoppers at risk. In one recent case, nearly 25 suspects looted a California jewelry store in minutes, stealing $1 million in goods. Incidents like this show why video security must go beyond passive recording. Traditional CCTV only captures the aftermath—long after criminals have escaped. To truly deter crime, enterprises are adopting AI-driven video surveillance that detects threats in real time and intervenes before losses mount.

Smash-and-grab robberies are surging, with organized gangs looting stores in minutes. In a recent California heist, nearly 25 suspects stormed a jewelry shop in broad daylight, smashing cases and stealing $1 million in goods. These bold crimes highlight the rise of organized retail theft and the vulnerability of businesses. Traditional cameras only record the aftermath—by the time footage is reviewed, the damage is done. The urgent need today is for proactive surveillance that can detect threats in real time and deter criminals before they escape.

Organized retail crime (ORC) is surging, costing U.S. retailers over $45 billion a year, with incidents up 57% from 2022 to 2023. These flash-mob thefts not only drain profits but also endanger staff and shoppers. Traditional cameras that only record after the fact aren’t enough. Retailers now rely on advanced surveillance with cloud and AI to detect and deter crimes in real time. Here are eight leading solutions for 2025—along with their strengths and limitations.

Retail crime is rising fast, and retailers need smarter security than basic cameras. Alpha Vision leads with its AI-powered platform that detects threats in real time, triggers deterrence, and speeds investigations—already proven in 245+ cities. While Cisco Meraki, Arcules, OpenEye, and Camio add value, their costs and limitations hold them back.

Property managers face growing pressure to secure properties amid rising theft, crime, and insurance claims. Legacy CCTV and guard patrols can’t keep up. Cloud video intelligence platforms now use AI to detect threats, send real-time alerts, deter incidents, and scale across multiple sites. This guide highlights 8 top solutions in 2025 that help managers enhance safety, cut losses, and streamline surveillance.