{"id":155965,"date":"2020-11-20T01:34:30","date_gmt":"2020-11-20T09:34:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/news\/?p=155965"},"modified":"2020-11-20T10:38:04","modified_gmt":"2020-11-20T18:38:04","slug":"las-vegas-plaza-casino-installs-innovative-technology-to-monitor-for-coronavirus-violent-threats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/news\/las-vegas-plaza-casino-installs-innovative-technology-to-monitor-for-coronavirus-violent-threats\/","title":{"rendered":"Las Vegas\u2019 Plaza Casino Installs Innovative Technology to Monitor for Coronavirus, Violent Threats\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Faced with a simultaneous risk for violence and COVID-19 throughout Las Vegas, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is installing a cutting-edge, artificial-intelligence-based surveillance system. It can monitor for far-reaching threats from hidden firearms all the way to fevers.<\/p>\n

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Las Vegas’ Plaza Hotel & Casino has a pool and many other amenities for guests. Now, it wants to upgrade safety precautions against possible threats. The Plaza is installing a high-tech system that can monitor for anything from COVID-19 symptoms to someone carrying a weapon. (Image: The Plaza)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When a threat is detected, the technology will immediately alert the Plaza\u2019s security staff. Examples include anyone with bombs, guns, or knives.<\/p>\n

But it does not stop there. It can monitor for disturbances or fights,\u00a0as well as possible coronavirus<\/a> symptoms such as elevated\u00a0temperatures, people without masks, inappropriate social distancing, and even excessive occupancy.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Officially, it is called the PATSCAN Multi-Sensor Covert Threat Detection Platform. It is provided by Patriot One Technologies, which is based in Canada.<\/p>\n

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Hidden in the walls at the downtown Las Vegas property, the technology uses multiple sensors and is directed by artificial intelligence<\/a>, more commonly known as AI. Such software is designed to \u201clearn\u201d from successive experiences as it monitors for possible threats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\u201cThe PATSCAN Platform is \u2026 driven by artificial intelligence software coupled with a network of sensor\u00a0solutions that can detect specific situations or information and provide actionable intelligence to the user,\u201d Patriot One CEO Peter Evans explained to Casino.org<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The Plaza will install the sensors reportedly near the property\u2019s entrances. Likely, it could be used to monitor the casino\u2019s interior, as well as the immediate perimeter around the building.<\/p>\n

The Plaza\u2019s players, diners, visitors, or guests — as well as employees — will be unaware the high-tech monitoring system is functioning. But if someone is hiding a handgun or is suffering from a 103-degree fever — watch out. Security staff can take appropriate actions to lessen the risk for everyone else.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis system is non-intrusive, and is designed to not interrupt business, the flow of traffic, or cause privacy concerns,\u201d <\/strong>Evans said. \u201cThe platform looks for threats first before identifying an individual, thus protecting the person’s privacy and civil liberties.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Las Vegas Tries to Curb Violence, Coronavirus<\/h2>\n

The system is getting installed at the Plaza as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police are attempting to curb a citywide spike in violence<\/a> by providing increased patrols. Officers are working in cooperation with multiple casinos\u2019 security forces to reduce the risk of crime.<\/p>\n

Several casinos along The Strip, and elsewhere in Las Vegas, have been sites for incidents in recent months. Much of the uptick was blamed on gangs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the same time, the number of coronavirus cases has spiked in Nevada. Casinos have implemented state-monitored health and safety guidelines to reduce the risk for employees and guests from the highly contagious virus.<\/p>\n

On Thursday, it was reported that Nevada\u2019s two-week positivity rate for COVID-19 was 15.6 percent. That is a state record for the pandemic.<\/p>\n

Also, as of Thursday, Nevada has seen a total of 127,875 coronavirus cases. There have been 1,953 deaths.<\/p>\n

Technology Better Solution to Control Risks<\/h2>\n

\u201cUnfortunately, there are far too many tragic events that happen in our world, from active shooter and terrorist events to the spread of viral pathogens,\u201d Evans said. \u201cAnd, as concerning, the majority of the approaches to addressing these problems are labor-based, which is not an effective model.\u201d<\/p>\n

That can mean higher labor costs for casinos, hotels, and other types of employers. There is also a risk for human error.<\/p>\n

These approaches don’t scale, and often times mistakes are made,\u201d Evans said. \u201cPatriot One\u2019s goal is to leverage data and AI to provide a highly scalable, highly accurate and efficient solution that provides real-time actionable intelligence.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Amy E. S. Maier, a spokesperson for the Plaza, told Casino.org <\/em>that the PATSCAN platform \u201cwill enhance the current security system and protocols in place at the Plaza.\u201d For instance, since reopening after months-long required closings, Las Vegas casinos typically are checking temperatures of each person entering the property to screen potential carriers of COVID-19. Such activities become easier with advanced technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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