Evolv Technology announced a partnership with the AO Arena in Manchester, England. The implementation of Evolv's technology by AO Arena, which is managed by ASM Global, will enhance venue safety and security, as well as improve the customer experience by reducing lines and offering a seamless and swift arrival to the venue. AO Arena will now join other major stadiums and arenas secured by Evolv, including Mercedes Benz Stadium in Georgia, Nissan Stadium in Tennessee, and Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts.

The AO Arena is one of the busiest venues in the world and the largest indoor arena in Europe. Since opening in 1995, the arena has hosted the biggest names in live entertainment including U2, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Pavarotti and the record-breaking 2010/2011 residency by local comedian Peter Kay. Evolv Express® uses powerful sensor technology with proven artificial intelligence (AI) to provide safer, more accurate threat detection at unprecedented volumes and speed of entry.

Venue ingress data provided by Evolv's analytics also helps customers transform the way in which they manner their security staff and operations. In an industry first, security professionals can use historical and real-time screening data to make predictions about throughput, with the goal of improving the fan experience while making a space more secure.