What is Knightscope?
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Knightscope is at the forefront of security innovation, developing autonomous security platforms that integrate robotics, predictive analytics, and social engagement technologies. The company's mission is to reduce crime rates and their associated economic impacts by leveraging advanced technology to predict and prevent criminal activity. Knightscope's unique approach offers businesses and organizations a proactive security posture, moving beyond traditional methods to enhance safety and maintain privacy through technological advancements.
How much funding has Knightscope raised?
Knightscope has raised a total of $205.4M across 15 funding rounds:
Multiple Rounds
$7.7M
Private Equity
$5.1M
Multiple Rounds
$42.5M
Private Equity
$2M
Other Financing Round
$3.5M
Debt
$350K
Stock Offering
$21.9M
Stock Offering
$22.3M
Stock Offering
$100M
Angel/Seed (2014): $1M led by NTT DOCOMO Ventures
Other Financing Round (2014): $1.5M supported by SeedInvest
Series A (2014): $5.2M featuring NTT DOCOMO Ventures, QueensBridge Venture Partners, Bright Success Capital, Evan Cheng, Flextronics Lab IX, UpHonest Capital, Konica Minolta, F50, Plug and Play, SeedInvest, and Sood Ventures
Private Equity (2015): $5.1M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2017): $3M with participation from Konica Minolta Inc
Other Financing Round (2017): $18.7M led by Bright Success Capital
Stock Issuance/Offering (2017): $20M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2017): $800K, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2018): $2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Other Financing Round (2018): $3.5M with participation from Silicon Valley Bank
Debt (2020): $350K led by PPP
Stock Issuance/Offering (2021): $21.9M, investors not publicly disclosed
Stock Issuance/Offering (2022): $22.3M, investors not publicly disclosed
Stock Issuance/Offering (2022): $100M backed by B. Riley Principal Capital
Key Investors in Knightscope
NTT DOCOMO Ventures
NTT DOCOMO Ventures is a venture capital arm focused on investing in and fostering growth for startups within the NTT Group's ecosystem, aiming to drive innovation through strategic partnerships and corporate venture funding.
Konica Minolta Inc
Konica Minolta Inc. is a global technology company that provides a range of products and services, including advanced printing solutions, imaging systems, and industrial equipment, with a strategic interest in innovative technology companies.
UpHonest Capital
UpHonest Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, specializing in Seed, Pre-A, and Series A investments across diverse sectors, with a strong focus on supporting innovative startups.
What's next for Knightscope?
The recent major strategic investment in Knightscope signals a pivotal stage for the company, likely indicating a move towards scaling operations and expanding market reach. This capital infusion, alongside its substantial total funding of $205.4M, positions Knightscope to further enhance its autonomous security platform and potentially explore new applications or geographical markets. The company's focus on crime prevention through technology suggests a continued trajectory of innovation and strategic partnerships to solidify its leadership in the security technology landscape.
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