Knightscope, Inc. Nasdaq: KSCP, a leader in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for public safety, has announced a new agreement with a private American hospitality company. The agreement involves the deployment of Knightscope’s K5 Autonomous Security Robots (ASR) and the provision of Risk & Threat Exposure (RTX) analyst services at hotel properties in Houston, Texas, and Atlanta, Georgia.
The client operates a chain of mid-scale, limited-service hotels under five distinct brand names. As of 2022, this family-owned chain has over 150 locations across 26 states. Knightscope’s K5 ASRs will be tasked with patrolling the parking areas of these hotels, providing continuous surveillance and alerting RTX analysts to potential threats. This proactive approach aims to enhance the safety and security of guests, staff, and visitors.
Knightscope’s K5 ASR is powered by proprietary AI software, designed to elevate safety measures at each property. The robots offer a unique and interactive guest experience, featuring hotel-specific graphics, customizable audio messages, enhanced emergency service access, and opportunities for guests to take selfies with the robots.
The K5 ASR is fully autonomous, operating without human intervention around the clock, 365 days a year. Its imposing presence, complete with conspicuous lighting, strobe lights, and patrol sounds, serves as a powerful deterrent to criminal activity. The robot also collects high-quality video and publicly available data through its sensors, which assist Knightscope’s RTX analysts in conducting thorough investigations.
North Carolina Reseller Weatherspoon Enterprises Renews K5 ASR Contract for Third Year
Weatherspoon Enterprises, Inc., a North Carolina-based provider of integrated security services and solutions, has renewed its contract for a K5 ASR for the third consecutive year. The K5 is utilized as a demonstration model for potential clients, showcasing the capabilities of Knightscope’s advanced security technologies.
Weatherspoon actively incorporates Knightscope’s ASRs into its consulting and security services, expanding its portfolio to include the latest innovations in public safety technology. The company’s CEO, an award-winning veteran with 38 years of experience in law enforcement and the Army, has a distinguished background in threat assessment, counterterrorism, and securing large-scale venues. Under his leadership, Weatherspoon is well-equipped to deploy Knightscope’s ASRs, combining the responsive capabilities of human guards with the real-time intelligence of robots to deliver comprehensive safety solutions to their clients.
Source IGN
