Knightscope Acquires Event Risk with Double-Digit Growth to Target $230 Billion Market
Knightscope completed acquisition of Event Risk, a nationwide provider of armed and unarmed security services, integrating its autonomous robotics, AI orchestration, and licensed guarding under a single contract. Event Risk enters 2026 with double-digit growth, positive EBITDA and contracted revenue, bolstering Knightscope’s position in the $230 billion U.S. security market.
1. Company Completes Event Risk Acquisition
Knightscope has finalized the purchase of Event Risk LLC, a nationwide security provider offering both armed and unarmed services. The deal combines Event Risk’s licensed response infrastructure with Knightscope’s autonomous machines and AI command software under a single managed-service agreement.
2. Strategic Integration Model
By uniting visible robots for deterrence, AI-driven sensing for detection, and licensed human teams for response, Knightscope moves from fragmented security offerings to a cohesive platform. This model allows the company to bid on guarding-required enterprise RFPs and to own full-cycle accountability for security outcomes.
3. Financial Profile of Event Risk
Event Risk achieved consistent double-digit revenue growth, positive EBITDA and significant contracted revenue entering 2026, backed by long-term relationships with Fortune 1000 clients and national brands. These metrics underpin Knightscope’s forecast for enhanced recurring revenue and improved margins post-integration.
4. Integration Leadership and Future Outlook
Eric J. Rose will continue leading the former Event Risk team and oversee its transition to Knightscope Security Force in 2026. Knightscope plans to showcase the unified model at the GSX conference and is evaluating additional acquisitions to deepen managed-service capabilities and expand deployment density nationwide.