Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), a leading provider of AI-driven defense and security technologies with a market capitalization of $37.32 million, announced the successful completion of national phase patent filings across nearly 50 international jurisdictions. This strategic move aims to secure global protection for the company’s proprietary technology that detects small-scale lethal threats—such as landmines and unexploded ordnance—through artificial intelligence and drone imagery.
These filings stem from the company’s International Patent Application No. PCT/US2023/029909, published on March 21, 2024. The new filings mark a significant expansion of Safe Pro Group’s intellectual property, building on its foundational U.S. Patent No. 12,146,729. That patent, valid through 2043, covers 21 specific claims focused on using AI to identify explosive threats within orthomosaic drone images.
This global IP footprint enhances the company’s position in the defense tech sector at a time when geopolitical tensions are raising demand for next-generation threat detection solutions.
Safe Pro Group’s stock has experienced upward momentum, gaining over 10% in the past week, according to data from InvestingPro. The company also maintains a strong liquidity profile, with a current ratio of 3.08, suggesting solid financial health and short-term stability despite ongoing investments.
Expanding the Reach of SPOTD Technology
At the core of Safe Pro’s innovation is its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (SPOTD) system—a patented AI-powered platform capable of detecting more than 150 types of hazardous items, from anti-personnel mines to improvised explosive devices. The technology is engineered to integrate seamlessly with military command systems, offering real-time alerts through a range of connected devices and communications networks.
“Our patent strategy reflects the rising importance of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems on the battlefield. SPOTD addresses a critical need to accurately identify threats in increasingly complex and dangerous environments.”
Erdberg noted that the SPOTD system’s relevance is further amplified by evolving geopolitical dynamics, including discussions among some NATO countries around the 1997 Landmine Convention, which restricts the use of anti-personnel mines.
Operational Milestones and Government Engagement
Safe Pro Group has recently completed its first data delivery under a U.S. Government contract, leveraging its SpotlightAI™ platform. The dataset, collected over two years of operations in Ukraine, comprises more than 1.29 million drone images and the identification of over 23,000 explosive threats, underscoring the system’s scalability and accuracy in real-world conflict zones.
The company’s services extend beyond defense. This collaboration enhances the utility’s infrastructure inspection capabilities using advanced drone and AI technology—an indication of Safe Pro’s growing footprint in both public and private sectors.
Looking ahead, Safe Pro Group is scheduled to present its landmine detection technology at SAGEEP 2025, a premier conference focused on geophysical engineering and environmental protection. The presentation will spotlight how AI and drone integration are transforming humanitarian demining and security operations.
Positioned for Growth
Backed by Amazon Web Services (AWS), Safe Pro’s AI solutions cater to military, law enforcement, humanitarian, and commercial users. According to InvestingPro, the company achieved a 136% revenue increase over the past 12 months, although it remains in its investment phase with negative earnings as it scales its operations and R&D.
With a robust patent portfolio, growing government partnerships, and AI capabilities that address high-stakes global challenges, Safe Pro Group is positioning itself as a critical player in the next generation of defense and security technologies.