Evolv Technologies announced on April 7, 2026 that its Evolv Express AI‑powered weapons‑detection system has been installed at KC Live!, the flagship entertainment complex in the Power & Light District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri.
The deployment places the system in a high‑traffic venue that serves thousands of visitors daily, underscoring Evolv’s ability to scale its touchless screening platform to large, high‑volume settings. By converting hardware sales into recurring subscription revenue, the company demonstrates the commercial viability of its technology beyond one‑off installations.
John Baier, Evolv’s Vice President of Sports & Entertainment, said, “KC Live! is further evidence that Evolv systems can play an important security role not just for stadiums and arenas, but for a wide range of entertainment destinations as well.”
Evolv’s Q4 2025 results showed revenue of $38.5 million, up 32 % year‑over‑year, and a net income of $10.9 million, giving a 28 % net profit margin. The full‑year 2025 revenue of $145.9 million represented a 40 % increase from the prior year, and the company has raised its 2026 revenue target to $172 million–$178 million.
The company’s AI‑powered, touchless screening technology offers a faster, more efficient alternative to traditional metal detectors, and its AI‑sensor fusion analytics provide deeper threat detection insights. The KC Live! installation adds valuable data to Evolv’s analytics platform, strengthening its competitive moat in the security‑screening industry.
With the KC Live! win, Evolv expands its footprint in the live‑entertainment vertical, a key market for its subscription model. The deployment signals the company’s continued focus on high‑volume venues, reinforcing its strategy to grow recurring revenue and leverage data to improve AI performance across its customer base.
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