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SUNNYVALE, Calif. - Knightscope, Inc. (NASDAQ:KSCP) introduced its new K7 Autonomous Security Robot on Thursday, designed for perimeter protection in large outdoor environments. The announcement sparked investor interest, with the stock surging 27% over the past week to $5.33, though it remains significantly below its 52-week high of $24.11.
The K7 is built to patrol extensive outdoor areas continuously, combining off-road capabilities with AI-powered detection and reporting technologies. According to the company, the robot can monitor fence lines, warehouses, and open terrain that traditional security systems have difficulty covering effectively.
"The K7 represents the next frontier in autonomous physical security," said William Santana Li, Chairman and CEO of Knightscope, in a press release statement.
The company has opened a waitlist for the K7, with limited series production expected to begin deployment in the second half of 2026. The robot is being targeted at critical infrastructure, transportation hubs, logistics yards, industrial complexes, and defense installations.
Knightscope claims the K7 can autonomously patrol while providing real-time intelligence and situational awareness through its sensor array.
The company, which was founded in 2013, develops physical security technologies and describes the K7 as part of its strategy to build what it calls an "Autonomous Security Force" that combines software, hardware, and human elements.
The announcement comes as Knightscope continues its stated mission of enhancing public safety through robotics and AI technologies.
In other recent news, Knightscope, Inc. has announced securing over $1 million in new contracts and client renewals. The company reported more than 90 new sales of its Emergency Communication Devices (ECDs) across various sectors, including higher education, healthcare, and local government. Additionally, Knightscope has renewed hundreds of ECD units with existing clients, which include local governments and utilities, further strengthening its recurring revenue base.
These developments are part of Knightscope's strategy to expand its presence in critical infrastructure markets. In a related personnel move, Stacy Stephens, co-founder of Knightscope, has joined Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. as Senior Vice President of Sales at its subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices Mobile, Inc. Stephens will lead sales initiatives for RAD-M's mobile robotic solutions, which include the ROAMEO Gen 4 autonomous security patrol vehicle. The company plans to begin initial deployments of this vehicle soon.
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