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Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) generates a steady flow of news related to safety and security technologies, communications systems and AI-powered software for public safety and enterprise customers. This news page aggregates press releases and third-party coverage so readers can follow how the company’s products, acquisitions and financial performance evolve over time.
Recent announcements highlight the company’s work in AI-enabled video security and enterprise security. For example, The RealReal has deployed Motorola Solutions’ AI-enabled video security suite to transform inventory intake and asset protection, using intelligent search across dozens of cameras and AI to detect unusual motion or sound. Other updates cover the acquisition of Blue Eye, an AI-powered enterprise remote video monitoring services provider whose platform helps detect threats in real time, supports live voice talk-downs and delivers verified alerts through 24-hour security operations centers.
News items also showcase Motorola Solutions’ role in public safety communications and AI. The company has detailed an integration between its 911 command center software and Android Emergency Live Video, allowing callers to share live video with 911 call handlers via a single confirmation prompt. Additional releases describe advances in its Assist public safety AI assistant, including Assisted Narrative for report writing and Assist Chat for verbally searching agency policies and intelligence through devices like the SVX video remote speaker microphone.
Investors and analysts will find earnings releases, dividend announcements, conference participation and governance updates, such as board appointments, among the regular disclosures. Bookmark this page to review Motorola Solutions news on technology developments, customer deployments, acquisitions, capital allocation and other events that shape the company’s position in public safety and enterprise security.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has announced plans to acquire Theatro Labs, a Texas-based company specializing in AI and voice-powered communication software for frontline workers. Theatro's software-as-a-service platform provides real-time collaboration tools through wearable devices, enabling workers to access information, check inventory, and communicate using conversational language.
The platform features safety-focused capabilities, allowing employees to discreetly alert security teams during unsafe situations and receive AI-guided protocols. It also integrates with video security cameras to identify potential threats and automatically alert floor staff. The acquisition aims to integrate Theatro's technology with Motorola's existing portfolio, including body cameras, fixed video, panic buttons, and radios.
The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has launched the V200, a new body camera specifically designed for frontline workers in retail, healthcare, hospitality, and education sectors. The device features a GoLive Audio safety feature that provides direct connection to security personnel or supervisors during emergencies.
The lightweight camera can be activated with a button push to record situations and deter unwanted behavior. During serious incidents, security personnel can access live video and audio, and communicate through the camera's speaker. According to Motorola's 2024 retail worker safety report, over 25% of workers have considered quitting due to safety concerns, while about 50% believe body cameras could enhance their safety. In the U.K., 70% reported that body cameras effectively de-escalate dangerous situations.
The V200 integrates with Motorola Solutions' enterprise security ecosystem, including video security, access control, and communications solutions. The product will be showcased at NRF '25 in New York City from January 12-14.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE:MSI) has secured a five-year contract worth 1.78 billion NOK (approximately 160 million USD) from the Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection (DSB) to continue managing Norway's nationwide critical communications network, Nødnett. The contract begins in 2027 and extends through 2031, with a possible two-year extension option.
The Nødnett network serves over 60,000 first responders daily, providing coverage to 100% of Norway's population, including mountainous terrain and hundreds of tunnels. The TETRA-based system enables interoperability with networks in Sweden and Finland for cross-border collaboration. Motorola Solutions, which has supported Nødnett since 2012, will continue providing operational, lifecycle management, and technology upgrade services for emergency services users.
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.
Motorola Solutions Foundation highlights its partnerships with organizations supporting first responder families through educational scholarships. The initiative focuses on three key organizations: the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF), and Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.).
The NFFF has assisted over 1,450 individuals with post-secondary education, while CFFF has awarded 12 bursaries and 18 scholarships since 2010. C.O.P.S. has supported 626 students across the U.S. and Puerto Rico since 1993. These programs provide important support as average public institution tuition costs reach $27,100 per year in the U.S. The initiatives not only offer financial assistance but also promote STEM education and professional development opportunities for families of fallen first responders.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE:MSI) has announced that its Executive Vice President and CTO Mahesh Saptharishi will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Global Technology Conference. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 9:15 a.m. PST.
The company will provide a live webcast of the presentation, which will also be available for replay on Motorola Solutions' Investor Relations website through their events and presentations section.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) announced an 11% increase in its regular quarterly dividend to $1.09 per share. The dividend will be paid in cash on January 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of December 13, 2024.
Motorola Solutions released a retail worker safety report revealing significant safety concerns in Australia and New Zealand's retail sector. The survey of 280+ retail workers shows 34% feel unsafe ahead of the holiday season, with 70% expecting understaffing issues. Key concerns include shoplifting (71%), hostile customer interactions (51%), and grab-and-runs (43%). Workers identified several security technologies that could enhance safety, including access control systems (24%), mobile safety apps (20%), and panic buttons (19%). However, current implementation of these technologies remains low, with only 10-15% of stores having them in place.
Motorola Solutions released a U.K. Retail Worker Safety Report based on a YouGov survey of over 1,000 retail workers, highlighting significant safety concerns ahead of the holiday season. The survey reveals that 56% of workers witnessed petty theft, 31% encountered organized crime rings, and 50% experienced hostile customer interactions in the past year.
Four in ten workers express concern for their personal safety during the festive shopping season, with almost half feeling less safe during evening shifts. The report emphasizes the role of technology in enhancing safety, with 28% of workers favoring panic buttons, while 70% believe body cameras effectively de-escalate dangerous situations.
Motorola Solutions' 2024 U.S. Retail Worker Safety Report reveals significant safety concerns among retail workers ahead of the holiday season. 57% of retail workers feel unsafe, with many experiencing increased crime rates including petty theft (66%), grab and runs (48%), and hostile customer interactions (46%). Over 65% expect holiday understaffing, affecting safety perceptions. Emergency calls to stores have increased, with 20% reporting weekly calls to first responders. Workers identified access control systems (35%), license plate readers (32%), and panic buttons (32%) as potential safety measures, though few stores currently have these technologies implemented.