Private equity continues to make waves in government technology, with significant investments in BusPatrol and Brandt Information Systems. These companies, focusing on AI-powered school bus safety and outdoor recreational management, respectively, highlight the growing interest in tech-driven solutions for public services.
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BusPatrol and Brandt Receive Major Investments
BusPatrol, founded in 2017, has secured a new investment from Weatherford Capital, adding to a previous significant investment from GI Partners. BusPatrol’s technology, which includes cameras, software, and AI, helps school districts monitor and reduce illegal passings of school buses. Weatherford Capital’s managing partner, Will Weatherford, will join BusPatrol’s board to guide the company’s growth in enhancing school safety. Similarly, Brandt Information Systems, specializing in services for hunting and fishing licenses and camping reservations, has gained an equity investment from Providence Equity Partners. Brandt’s focus on outdoor recreational management positions it well for continued growth and innovation in the gov tech sector.
ZeroEyes Joins ZeroNow School Safety Alliance
ZeroEyes, creators of an AI-based gun detection video analytics platform, has joined ZeroNow, a coalition dedicated to safer schools. ZeroEyes’ technology layers onto existing security cameras, providing real-time threat detection and situational awareness. Their AI is trained on an extensive dataset, allowing quick identification and alerting of potential threats. This partnership aims to leverage ZeroEyes’ expertise to enhance the overall safety measures within the school safety alliance, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront of campus security discussions.
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FCC Approves $200M Cybersecurity Program for Schools
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved a $200 million pilot program aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for K-12 school districts. This three-year program will provide funds for advanced firewalls, endpoint protection, and other cybersecurity measures while collecting data on the specific needs of schools. The initiative seeks to mitigate the impact of cyberattacks on educational institutions, which can cause significant financial losses and educational disruptions. The program is part of a broader effort to ensure secure and reliable digital learning environments for students across the nation.
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- Latest PE Cash Goes to Recreation and School Bus Safety
- ZeroNow Welcomes ZeroEyes to School Safety Alliance
- FCC Approves $200M Pilot Program for K-12 Cybersecurity
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Governments Discuss School Security
In the last 90 days, school safety utilizing innovative technology has been mentioned in over 85 government meetings. These meetings include discussions by the Michigan House of Representatives regarding the unique approaches needed by rural schools in cases of incidents, the Maryland Senate Energy and Education Committee discussing the value of technology in school safety, and the Newburyport School Committee discussing their current work with their technology vendor and how it has improved their school.
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