SEPTA Board Approves ZeroEyes Artificial Intelligence Firearms Detection Pilot Program

First transit agency to adopt AI technology; Adds another layer of security to SEPTA’s extensive network of security cameras

PHILADELPHIA CREAM, November 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — ZeroEyes, creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds security law designation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) announced today that the Authority has selected ZeroEyes for a pilot program designed to reduce the likelihood of gun violence on train platforms.

SEPTA is the first major transit system to deploy ZeroEyes’ solution, which is used by the U.S. Department of Defense, public school districts and universities, Fortune 500 corporate campuses, and many other organizations in more of 30 states. SEPTA’s Board of Directors approved the pilot project at its November meeting. Implementation will begin in about two months.

Overlaid on SEPTA’s existing security cameras, ZeroEyes’ proprietary software will identify weapons being held and alert security personnel and local law enforcement in three to five seconds. Former U.S. Army and Law Enforcement Specialists monitor every detection 24/7/365 from the ZeroEyes Internal Operations Center (ZOC) to provide accurate intelligence and actionable on firearm incidents, including the shooter’s appearance, clothing, weapon, and reality. time location. Additionally, ZeroEyes’ AI does not perform any facial recognition, nor does it receive, record, store or share videos or images of any person.

“We are committed to ensuring the safety of our riders and our employees,” said the chairman of the board of directors of SEPTA Pasquale T. Deon Sr. “While serious crime is rare on SEPTA, the evaluation of this technology demonstrates the Authority’s proactive approach to security.”

SEPTA has over 30,000 cameras throughout the system. The pilot program will use cameras at stations along the Market-Frankford and Broad Street lines.

“We appreciate the support of the board of directors for this pilot project, and we hope that this new technology will be another tool that we can use to ensure the security of our system,” said the managing director and CEO of SEPTA. Leslie S. Richards. “If the program is successful, we will consider rolling out ZeroEyes to other locations in the network.”

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Other ongoing efforts to help prevent crime on SEPTA include:

• Increased uniformed police presence on trains

• Deploy dozens of outreach specialists across the system to engage vulnerable community members

• Creation of a virtual patrol center to monitor the network of surveillance cameras

• Equip guards with mobile phones to facilitate direct communication with the police

• Promote the Transit Watch application, which allows users to report problems anonymously and discreetly

SEPTA is the primary transit provider for philadelphia cream and the counties of Delaware, Montgomery, deerand Chester. It operates bus, rapid transit, commuter rail, light rail, and electric trolley services for nearly four million people. SEPTA has the sixth-largest rapid transit system in the United States by ridership and the fifth-largest transit system overall, with 290 active stations, more than 450 miles of lanes, 2,350 fare-paying vehicles and 196 routes.

“Cities across our country have seen a dramatic increase in violent gun crime, and we need more leaders like SEPTA who take proactive steps to protect the public,” said mike lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes. “Public transit is a crucial lifeline in urban areas, and the millions of people who depend on it have a right to feel safe. SEPTA’s progressive approach to the problem should set the industry standard we hope to see other transit providers follow suit in the near future.”

ZeroEyes was founded by a group of former Navy SEALs who used hundreds of thousands of exclusive images and videos to train its AI to become the most comprehensive and capable gun detection technology on the market. .

ABOUT ZEROEYES

ZeroEyes provides a proactive, human-verified AI gun detection software solution that integrates with existing security cameras and mitigates mass shootings and gun violence by reducing response times, delivering actionable insights with images and providing clarity in the chaos, thereby saving lives. ZeroEyes’ patented solution has been recognized by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a promising counterterrorism technology and is the first video analytics technology to receive the SAFETY Act DT&E designation.

Founded by Navy SEALs and military special ops veterans, ZeroEyes provides accurate, real-time firearms-wielding intelligence near or in an occupied area or building to local personnel and law enforcement. order with an image of the shooter(s) and the location of the threat, within 3-5 seconds from the time the weapon is detected. The ZeroEyes team also provides technical advice, installation assistance, and training exercises for active shooter events to improve safety at schools, businesses, and government facilities. Based in the Greater Philadelphia area, the company’s affordable and effective gun detection solution has been adopted by the U.S. Department of Defense, major K-12 public school districts, colleges/universities, commercial real estate groups, factories manufacturing, Fortune 500 corporate campuses, shopping malls, superstore retail stores and more. Learn more about ZeroEyes at ZeroEyes.com.

ABOUT SEPTA

SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) is the nation’s fifth-largest public transit system, with an extensive network of fixed-route services including buses, subways, streetcars, trackless streetcars, and regional trains, as well as paratransit and ADA shared ride programs. This network provides services in deer, Chester, Delaware, Montgomeryand philadelphia cream Counties with connections in New Jersey and Delaware. SEPTA is also one of the region’s largest employers, with a workforce of approximately 9,500 employees. For more information about SEPTA, please visit septa.org, follow @SEPTA on Twitter, or download the official SEPTA app.

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