Tokyo-based SECOM / セコム puts a friendly face on security with its “Virtual KEIBI (security guard) System” for surveillance and reception. On the market this year, the AI-driven guard - shown in 3D on a life-size mirror display - can be set for remote cloud monitoring and responds autonomously to visitors with synthesized speech, gestures, and eye contact; resident security guards handle emergencies. Beyond improving staff efficiency and safety, it has potential for use with manga characters in d