In the U.S., school shootings have become a tragic part of everyday life, with dramatic increases in recent years. The statistics are shocking: from an average of 11 school shootings per year before 2017, the number has risen to over 60 so far in 2024, according to CNN. This development impacts not only students and teachers but entire communities. The fear that such a tragedy could occur at any school creates an uncertainty no child or parent should have to live with.
In response to this crisis, the Norwegian technology company bSafe Group AS has developed a solution that can save lives, reduce response times, and improve outcomes in emergencies.
School Shootings: A National Crisis
School shootings in the U.S. have enormous human and socioeconomic consequences. A report following the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Texas in 2022, where 19 children and two teachers lost their lives, revealed critical shortcomings in communication and technology that could have prevented or mitigated the tragedy.
Concerning facts:
· 6 out of 10 parents fear their child’s school could be the site of a shooting.
· 1 in 3 teachers considers quitting their job due to safety concerns.
· Teenagers in the U.S. also share this fear, which affects their mental health and daily school life.
How bSafe Makes a Difference
bSafe has developed a comprehensive solution that combines an app, hardware, and software to enhance safety in schools and communities. The technology is tailored to address critical emergencies like school shootings but can also be used to manage violence, abuse, and other forms of crime.
Features of the bSafe Solution:
· Voice-Activated SOS: Immediate activation of emergency alerts through voice commands, even when the phone is locked.
· Live Streaming: Real-time sharing of audio and video directly with emergency responders and monitoring teams.
· Two-Way Communication: Enables direct dialogue between schools and emergency responders for rapid coordination.
· Location Sharing: Real-time updates on where the incident is occurring, with precise map placement.
· Privacy and Security: Schools retain ownership of all data, ensuring information is not publicly accessible.
This system dramatically reduces response times, enhances situational awareness, and ensures that the right resources are deployed to the right location quickly.
Partnerships and Innovation
bSafe has recently entered into a strategic partnership with U.S.-based Cytta Corp, a pioneer in advanced video and security solutions. Together, they offer a solution tailored to meet the unique needs of the U.S. market.
In addition to the education sector, bSafe’s technology is also relevant for police, fire departments, and other emergency services. With over 1,400 inquiries from police departments in Florida and Texas, demand is high, and the technology has already proven to be a critical resource for saving lives.
A Safer Future
bSafe Group AS is more than a technology company – it’s a movement to create safety. The company’s founder, Rich Larsen, developed the technology after a personal family tragedy, driven by a desire to prevent and document acts of violence.
By combining AI, real-time monitoring, and intuitive technology, bSafe is taking significant steps to make schools and communities safer.
As Larsen puts it: – "No child or parent should have to worry about whether they’ll come home from school. We can and must do something to change this."
Be Part of the Solution
bSafe now invites investors, schools, and partners to join the journey toward a safer future. The company aims to scale its technology and make it accessible to even more communities – in the U.S. and internationally.
This fight is about more than technology. It’s about saving lives, creating safety, and giving children a future where schools are places of learning, not fear.
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New Smart Technology That Saves Lives
