The startup develops biometric smart gun technology featuring an intelligent locking mechanism that restricts firearm access to authorized users. This technology enhances firearm safety by preventing unauthorized use while ensuring quick access for legitimate owners.
Funding
$52.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional firearms can be misused, leading to accidental injuries, theft, and unauthorized access by children or criminals. Existing safety measures like trigger locks and safes can be cumbersome and slow to access in critical situations. This creates a need for a solution that provides both enhanced security and rapid accessibility for authorized users.
Solution
Biofire Technologies develops smart gun technology that integrates biometric authentication to prevent unauthorized firearm use. The Biofire Smart Gun utilizes a Guardian Biometric Engine, incorporating both fingerprint and 3D facial recognition, to verify the user's identity. Upon authorized user verification, the firearm can be operated like any traditional 9mm handgun. The gun automatically locks when it leaves the authorized user's hand, preventing accidental discharge or misuse. This technology aims to provide a balance between enhanced safety and immediate access for legitimate owners in home defense scenarios.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes gun owners seeking enhanced safety features to prevent unauthorized use, particularly in households with children, as well as individuals prioritizing quick access for home defense.
Features
- Integrated fingerprint and 3D facial recognition via the Guardian Biometric Engine for user authentication
- Automatic locking mechanism that activates when the gun is not held by an authorized user
- 9mm Luger caliber with semi-automatic action and striker-fired operation
- Customizable settings for enrolling multiple authorized users
- Integrated laser sight with a 635nm wavelength and 5mW peak output
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Available magazine capacities of 10 or 15 rounds
- Docking station with a 5” LCD captive touch display and quad-core processor