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The EVLV news page on Stock Titan provides a focused view of announcements and developments from Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a security technology company listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market. Evolv describes itself as pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences at sports and entertainment venues, schools, hospitals, workplaces, and other public spaces. Its communications highlight how its AI-powered screening and analytics are deployed and updated across a broad customer base.
Investors and observers following EVLV news can expect regular updates on product deployments and customer wins, particularly in sports and entertainment, education, and healthcare. Recent press releases have detailed multi-year subscription agreements and designations such as “Official Fan Screening Partner” or “Official Patron Screening Provider” at major arenas and stadiums, as well as district-wide school safety deployments that combine Evolv Express® for people screening and Evolv eXpedite™ for bag screening.
The news flow also includes financial results and outlook commentary, typically released via quarterly earnings announcements and accompanied by management’s discussion of revenue trends, Annual Recurring Revenue, profitability metrics, and expectations for future periods. These items are often paired with notices of investor conferences and webcasts where management presents to the investment community.
Another recurring theme in EVLV news is technology and software updates. Evolv issues releases describing new software versions for Express, eXpedite, and its analytics platforms, outlining features such as integrated tablet management, expanded alert tags, sensitivity tuning options, and real-time service monitoring. Strategic partnerships, including contract manufacturing and supply chain arrangements, are also covered, providing insight into how the company supports manufacturing scale and global distribution.
By reviewing EVLV news, readers can track how Evolv’s AI-powered security solutions are being adopted, how its product capabilities evolve over time, and how management communicates about growth, operations, and strategy.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has announced a partnership with immersive entertainment company Cosm to deploy its AI-based Express® screening systems at Cosm's first two locations in Los Angeles and Dallas metro areas. The partnership, which began in December 2024, aims to provide secure, fast, and convenient entry screening for major events.
Cosm's venues, which offer 'Shared Reality' experiences for sports, art, and entertainment events, selected Evolv's technology to match their advanced technological infrastructure. This expansion strengthens Evolv's presence in both markets, where their Express system is already deployed at major venues including SoFi Stadium, Crypto.com Arena, the Hollywood Bowl, and Honda Center in the Los Angeles area.
The San Francisco Giants have extended and expanded their partnership with Evolv Technologies Holdings (NASDAQ: EVLV), becoming the first professional sports team to renew their four-year subscription. The team will upgrade their existing fleet of 20 Evolv Express security screening systems to the latest Gen2 units for the 2025 season at Oracle Park.
The new agreement designates Evolv as a Proud Partner of the Giants. The Gen2 units offer enhanced mobility and easier deployment, continuing the smooth entry process that has been in place since 2021. This upgrade demonstrates how customers can leverage Evolv's subscription business model to access the latest hardware and software technologies.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has announced strong customer retention following the FTC-related cancellation period for K-12 education customers. 92% of eligible customers (60 out of 65) chose to maintain their contracts, representing 213 Evolv Express units (90% retention). The company achieved 92% Net Revenue Retention and 94% Net Unit Retention across eligible customers.
Notably, four customers expanded their deployment by adding 10 additional units since the FTC resolution. Only five customers requested cancellation, impacting 24 units and approximately $445,000 in annual recurring revenue (ARR). These cancelling customers will maintain their systems through the 2024-2025 school year.
Wyoming Valley West School District, an eligible customer, increased their Express fleet by 50% due to satisfaction with the system's performance.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) announced the expansion of its Evolv Express® weapons detection systems at T-Mobile Park, home of the Seattle Mariners, for the 2025 Opening Day. This ballpark-wide implementation builds upon their initial partnership from September 2024, with Evolv being named the 'Preferred Fan Security Screening Provider of the Seattle Mariners'.
T-Mobile Park, with a capacity of 47,368 seats, becomes the latest major league venue to fully adopt Evolv's security technology. The Mariners join eleven other professional baseball teams using Evolv's solutions, including the Boston Red Sox, Houston Astros, and New York Mets. The partnership also marks Evolv's first professional sports customer in Washington State, adding to their presence in the Pacific Northwest where they serve 20 schools, hospitals, and other facilities.
Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVLV) has announced a new business partnership with Sports Illustrated Stadium, home of Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls. Under this partnership, Evolv has been designated as the Stadium's "Official Fan Screening Partner" and will deploy its Evolv Express® systems at the stadium's main entrances, staff entries, and talent entries.
The Express units will be first commissioned for the New York Red Bulls' 2025 season home opener on March 1. This deployment marks Evolv's twelfth in Major League Soccer, joining venues such as Dignity Health Sports Park, Lower.com Field, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Evolv already has a strong presence in the New York metro area, with its technology being used at Lincoln Center, Citi Field (home of the New York Mets), as well as hospitals, museums, and places of worship. The company screened more than two million MLS fans in 2024 and performs entry screening for five of the top-six MLS teams in attendance.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has received an extension from Nasdaq regarding its compliance with listing requirements. The extension, granted on January 31, 2025, gives the company until May 19, 2025 to file its Q3 2024 Quarterly Report (Form 10-Q). The extension was granted as an exception to Nasdaq's Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), which requires timely filing of periodic financial reports with the SEC.
The company is working with AlixPartners LLP to expedite the filing process and plans to host a public conference call to review financial results once the report is filed.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has announced the appointment of Robert E. Marshall, Jr. as Chief Revenue Officer, effective February 3, 2025. Marshall brings over 25 years of experience in public safety and security industries, joining from Mobile Communications America (MCA) where he served as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Operating Officer.
Prior to MCA, Marshall spent more than 20 years at Motorola Solutions, holding various executive sales leadership positions including Vice President of Global Sales for Video Security and Analytics. In his new role, Marshall will oversee Evolv's global sales and service operations, focusing on driving and accelerating revenue growth. He will report directly to CEO John Kedzierski.
The company also announced that Chief Commercial Officer Jay Muelhoefer will be departing on February 7, 2025.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has provided a business update for Q4 2024, highlighting significant growth metrics and future outlook. The company surpassed 6,000 Evolv Express units deployed globally, adding approximately 470 new multi-year subscriptions and 60 new customers across multiple sectors.
Key achievements include expansion to over 1,200 school buildings and 450 hospital buildings, plus the first orders of their new Evolv eXpedite™ AI-based weapons detection solution. The company ended Q4 2024 with approximately $52 million in cash and equivalents, with no debt.
Regarding regulatory matters, Evolv submitted a compliance plan to Nasdaq on January 17, 2025, addressing the delayed Q3 2024 10-Q filing. The company also resolved an FTC inquiry, offering contract cancellation options to select K-12 customers representing 237 units and $3.9 million in Annual Recurring Revenue. As of January 23, 2025, no customers had exercised these cancellation rights.
Evolv Technology has been recognized by Built In in its 2025 Best Places to Work Awards. The company earned spots on both the '100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Boston' and the '100 Best Places to Work in Boston' lists.
Built In's annual awards program honors companies of all sizes and includes both remote-first employers and those in major tech markets across the U.S. Evolv's President and CEO, John Kedzierski, expressed pride in the recognition, highlighting the company's commitment to safety and employee satisfaction.
The awards are determined by an algorithm that considers company data on compensation and benefits, as well as criteria like remote work opportunities and programs for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Built In's CEO, Maria Christopoulos Katris, emphasized that the awards reflect companies' dedication to fostering growth, inclusivity, and excellence.
Evolv Technology, listed on NASDAQ as EVLV, specializes in AI-powered security screening and analytics. Since 2019, its advanced systems have scanned over a billion people, earning multiple awards and the U.S. DHS SAFETY Act Designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology.
Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) has appointed John Kedzierski as its new Chief Executive Officer, President, and Board member, effective December 16, 2024. Kedzierski, who previously served on Evolv's Board from January 2022 to November 2023, brings over 23 years of experience from Motorola Solutions, where he most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Global Enterprise Sales.
He succeeds Michael Ellenbogen, who has been serving as Interim President and CEO since October and will continue as the Company's Chief Innovation Officer and Board member. During his tenure at Motorola Solutions, Kedzierski led the Video Security and Access Control business, helping establish the company as a global leader in physical security.