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ZeroEyes

Category: Computer Vision

AI-powered gun detection platform that integrates with existing security cameras to identify firearms in real-time and alert authorities and on-site personnel in seconds. ZeroEyes was founded in 2018. The company is led by Mike Lahiff. Based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA. Team size: 150-200. Total funding raised: $107M. Latest round: Series B. Key investors include Octave Ventures, Alliance Holdings, Grateful Investment Group, Cubit Capital, Tribe Capital, Legion Capital, Sorenson Capital.

Founded
2018
Headquarters
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA
Team size
150-200
Total funding
$107M

Value proposition

To provide a proactive security layer that enables early detection and response to active shooter threats, bridging the gap between the moment a gun is visible and the first shot is fired.

Products and solutions

ZeroEyes Gun Detection Platform (AI Software), ZeroEyes Aware™ (Alerting and Incident Management Dashboard), Integration APIs for Video Management Systems (VMS)

Unique value

ZeroEyes combines its proprietary AI gun detection technology with a human-in-the-loop verification process, where every potential detection is instantly reviewed by former military and law enforcement professionals at their in-house Operations Center before an alert is sent.

Target customer

K-12 schools, universities, commercial properties, government facilities, military bases, and healthcare institutions.

Industries served

Education, Commercial Real Estate, Government, Military/Defense, Healthcare

Technology advantage

The solution is camera-agnostic, allowing for seamless integration into existing security camera infrastructure without requiring costly hardware replacement. The human verification layer significantly reduces false positives, a critical factor for adoption in sensitive environments like schools.

How they differentiate

The primary differentiator is the mandatory human verification by trained experts, ensuring high accuracy and minimizing false alarms. Competitors often rely on purely software-based alerts or offer human verification as an optional, less-integrated feature.

Main competitors

Actuate, Omnilert, Scylla

Key partnerships

Allied Universal, Motorola Solutions (Avigilon), Genetec, Milestone Systems, Axis Communications

Notable customers

Oxford Community School District (MI), Fort Leonard Wood Army Base, Simon Property Group, City of Philadelphia, Hackensack Meridian Health Network

Major milestones

Received Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT)., Named a winner in the 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards for multiple consecutive years., Featured in major news outlets including CBS's '60 Minutes' and Forbes for its impact on public safety.

Growth metrics

Deployed in hundreds of school districts across more than 40 states; protects numerous U.S. military bases and government facilities.

Market positioning

Positions itself as the premium and most reliable solution for gun detection, particularly targeting sectors like education and government where accuracy and the avoidance of false alarms are paramount.

Geographic focus

Primarily focused on the United States market, with increasing expansion and interest globally.

Patents and IP

Holds several patents for its firearm detection algorithms and systems, including USPTO Patent #11,250,498 titled 'System And Method For Firearm Detection In Video Feeds'.

About Mike Lahiff

Mike Lahiff is a distinguished entrepreneur and leader with a unique blend of military and corporate experience. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of ZeroEyes, a leading AI-powered gun detection platform. Before founding ZeroEyes in 2018, Mike served as a Navy SEAL for over a decade, where he honed his leadership and operational skills. His transition to the corporate world includes roles such as Director of Digital Programs at Comcast and Managing Member at Horsemen Partners, a private equity fund. Mike holds an MBA from the Wharton School and a B.S. in Business Administration and Finance from Columbia College. His diverse background has been instrumental in driving the success and mission of ZeroEyes to mitigate gun violence.

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