ZeroEyes has unveiled plans for a substantial $10 million investment in research and development aimed at advancing its AI and machine learning capabilities.
This initiative, announced at Senator Dave McCormick’s 2026 Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit at the Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is poised to significantly bolster the region's technological landscape by creating over 100 job opportunities for veterans in Southeastern Pennsylvania over the next two years. Positions will include Technical Program Managers specializing in AI, MLOps Engineers, and AI Solutions Specialists.
AI Weapons Detection
This investment will enable extensive growth, including enhancements to ZeroEyes' innovative, experimental AI technology lab, covering 3,000 square feet. This facility will provide an exceptional environment for producing comprehensive data, executing live demonstrations, and rigorously testing AI weapons detection models and hardware across various settings. Furthermore, the Conshohocken-based ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC) will remain a pivotal part of the company’s strategy, known as the sector's only operations hub primarily staffed by veterans from military and law enforcement backgrounds, including ex-special forces soldiers.
Additional resources will be directed towards improving small drone technology capabilities
Additional resources will be directed towards improving small drone technology capabilities, such as 3D environment mapping, threat detection via the ZeroEyes Aerial Detection (ZAD) Kit, and the deployment of drones and robots for active shooter deterrence through Drones/Robots for Active Shooter Deterrence (DRASD) systems.
Comprehensive Security Platform
Recently, ZeroEyes has broadened its platform beyond traditional firearm detection, embracing a more comprehensive approach to safety. The adoption of new analytics features, such as knife detection and real-time threat geolocation, represents a significant stride in unifying acute threat detection technologies with everyday security operations. These developments are aligned with ZeroEyes’ vision of evolving into a singularly trusted platform, empowering organizations to secure, detect, and effectively respond to a diverse range of critical security incidents.
The continuous growth and new capabilities within ZeroEyes highlight their unwavering commitment to advancing a comprehensive security platform that encompasses preparedness, operational awareness, and detailed investigative insights. Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes, emphasizes the importance of this strategic initiative: “This investment marks a critical milestone in our evolution into a unified threat intelligence platform that provides organizations with a single, trusted ecosystem for threat response. We are excited to accelerate our technology roadmap while deepening our commitment to the veteran community within our home of Southeastern Pennsylvania.”
