Next Generation of SafePointe Weapons Detection System Now Available

Summary: SoundThinking today announced the next generation of SafePointe, its advanced weapons detection solution, featuring new AI-driven software and advanced hardware to improve threat detection in high-traffic areas.

FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoundThinking, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSTI), a leading public safety technology company, today announced the availability of the next generation of SafePointe^®, which is a major upgrade of its advanced weapons detection system. This release features AI-driven software and powerful new hardware components designed to significantly enhance threat detection and the customer user experience.

"We are incredibly excited to roll out the next generation of SafePointe," said Ralph Clark, CEO of SoundThinking. "This release reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation and meeting the complex security needs of our customers. Designed and built largely from the ground-up, this release incorporates advances in AI that we expect to further enhance our ability to detect external threats, ultimately contributing to safer public spaces."

This next generation of the SafePointe system introduces a range of new physical components and software features designed to enhance performance and usability:

• Advanced hardware: Incorporates a 3D camera to capture additional dimensions and data for the AI model to help determine threat level, the individual with the weapon, and the weapon location. Powered by an NVIDIA^®-driven edge processor for local AI processing and improved system management.
• New AI model with patent-pending technology: Combines person-motion data (including velocity, position, and movements motion) with magnetic signature analysis to allow simultaneous scanning of multiple individuals and significantly improving throughput in high-traffic areas. This AI system continuously learns and optimizes with additional data.
• Enhanced enterprise features: New comprehensive reporting and monitoring tools, including historical alerts, key statistics, and customization. SoundThinking has initiated SOC2 and HIPAA certification processes, expected to complete by early 2025.
• Improved user experience: New mobile app with streamlined workflows and role-specific interfaces.

The upgraded SafePointe system is available now. To learn more about SafePointe and the SafetySmart platform, please visit www.SoundThinking.com.

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About SoundThinking
SoundThinking, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSTI) is a leading public safety technology company that delivers AI- and data-driven solutions for law enforcement, civic leadership, and security professionals. SoundThinking is trusted by approximately 250 customers and has worked with over 2,100 agencies to drive more efficient, effective, and equitable public safety outcomes. The company’s SafetySmart™ platform includes ShotSpotter^®, the leading acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer™, the leading law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder™, a one-stop investigation management system; ResourceRouter™, software that directs patrol and community anti-violence resources to help maximize their impact; SafePointe^®, an AI-based weapons detection system; and PlateRanger™ powered by Rekor, a leading ALPR solution. SoundThinking has been designated a Great Place to Work^® Company.

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