Axon Develops Covert Taser for Executive Security Following CEO Assassination

The killing of UnitedHealthcare's Brian Thompson has heightened safety concerns among corporate leaders, leading to increased demand for discreet protective measures.

• Axon Enterprise is creating a smaller, more discreet Taser designed for use in executive security scenarios, following increased inquiries after the murder of UnitedHealthcare's Brian Thompson in December 2024.
• The new Taser model is intended to be wearable and less conspicuous than law enforcement versions, addressing corporate leaders' growing safety concerns.
• Axon has also expanded into counter-drone technology with its Dedrone acquisition, offering security solutions for critical infrastructure and high-profile clients like the Global Economic Forum and Qatar's royal family.
• The company reported doubling its annual revenue over two years to $2.1 billion, driven by demand from corporate clients for security equipment and AI-powered video processing tools.
• Executives and companies are ramping up security measures, such as private security details and virtual meetings, while corporate boards increasingly prioritize risk assessments for high-profile leaders.

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