Wytec launches AI-driven gunshot and THC detection technology for schools

Wytec International has announced new developments in its threat detection technology, targeting schools and public safety environments. 

The company, led by CEO and President William Gray, specialises in advanced threat and drug detection systems based on "distributed AI" algorithms and "smart sensor" technology.

With the increasing frequency of school shootings in the USA, the need for effective and reliable threat detection systems has hugely increased. Wytec's technology aims to address this critical issue by providing real-time alerts and accurate threat detection to ensure the safety of students and faculty.

Wytec's threat detection technology has been tested in real-world environments such as schools, playgrounds, and city buildings, achieving positive detection rates between 85% and 95% from over 200,000 samples. 

This is a significant improvement compared to video-only gunshot detection solutions, which have true positive rates of less than 20%.

In addition to its current capabilities, Wytec is testing prototype acoustic and gaseous sensors with embedded AI/ML algorithms. These prototypes aim to enhance gunshot detection and identify THC and other chemicals.

The company plans to commercialise these prototypes as both indoor and outdoor units compatible with commercially available mobile wireless networks, including the latest FCC Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum.

The design includes features such as corroborating sensor data, real-time database updates, cloud-managed software upgrades, and secure mobile applications.

Wytec has applied for the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act with Designation as Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT) for developmental testing and evaluation.

To support its growth, Wytec plans to hold seminars in San Antonio, Texas, in late 2024 to demonstrate its AI Sensor Technology. The company will select at least five US Independent School Districts (ISDs) to participate in an on-campus Pilot Program at no cost. Interested parties can learn more by contacting Wytec at PilotProgram@wytecintl.com.

Wytec International, based in San Antonio, Texas, owns multiple patents related to 5G private networks and has recently filed for two new provisional patents related to gunshot detection and drug sensor technology. 

The company is listed on the OTCQB Markets under the symbol “WYTC” and plans to uplist to NASDAQ upon meeting certain milestones.

“Wytec’s patented threat sensing solution utilizing 'distributed AI' will alert school administrators with immediate and accurate results to take effective and necessary actions in protecting both students and faculty,” said Robert Sanchez, Wytec’s Chief Technology Officer.

“The design incorporates patented, advanced implementations such as the integration of corroborating sensor data, real-time database updates, cloud managed software upgrades, and secure mobile applications,” he continued.