How does STAI’s technology improve security? STAI’s technology leverages advanced AI and machine learning capabilities to enhance the detection of hazardous and contraband materials at checkpoints. The company has spent the last decade developing one of the most scientifically advanced screening methodologies in the world to help mitigate risk and keep the public safe. 

These scanners could eventually become the standard choice for Transportation, Aerospace, Defense, and other critical sectors!

ScanTech AI Systems (Nasdaq:STAI) has launched the initial development phase of its CustomsTrace AI platform, marking a significant innovation in the realm of global trade logistics. The new platform is designed to tackle one of the industry's most challenging issues: the accurate identification and verification of tariff-sensitive goods at international borders. This initiative also aims to prevent the unauthorized or illegal importation of restricted items.

• The Company’s scanners offer advanced CT (Computed Tomography)-grade detection and imaging without the moving parts and maintenance challenges of traditional CT scanners, resulting in lower acquisition and upkeep costs.
• While similar in appearance to existing checkpoint scanners, ScanTech AI’s solutions leverage CT-grade detection capabilities and imaging, without the moving parts, reliability issues, and expense of traditional CT scanners. Low acquisition and maintenance costs, faster throughput, and AI-integrated driven threat detection are core benefits for government agencies and private-sector customers seeking to leave liquids and electronics in bags while maintaining the highest security standards.
• Features of the company’s scanners, combined with AI, significantly enhance the efficiency of security checkpoints by allowing passengers to leave liquids and electronics in their bags, making the screening process faster while and providing threat and contraband detection capabilities that can instantly and automatically detect prohibited items such as explosives, weapons and drugs
• The Company’s checkpoint scanning systems are actively securing infrastructure at some of North America’s largest nuclear power plants in Canada.
• The systems have been deployed for operational testing by TSA at Philadelphia International and San Diego International Airports. The company is committed to delivering next-generation screening solutions that align with TSA’s evolving security needs.
• The Company has no convertible or variable rate indebtedness and no dilutive equity structure on its balance sheet, a departure from many recent deSPAC transactions and a factor management believes is a powerful platform to finance its growth objectives.

In January of 2025, three top tech firms (OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle) announced that they will create a new company, called Stargate, to grow artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. President Trump has called it the “largest AI infrastructure project in history.” 

The companies will invest $100 billion in the project to start, with plans to pour up to $500 billion into Stargate in the coming years. 

In connection with Stargate, President Trump signed an Executive Order entitled, “Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence,” making it U.S. policy to, “sustain and enhance America’s global AI dominance in order to promote economic competitiveness and national security.”  

This represents a significant opportunity for ScanTech AI Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: STAI) to expand its collaborations with the U.S. government, state agencies and private business.

• Developed a ‘Fixed-Gantry’ CT checkpoint system.
• Invented Ray-Trace Biopsy™ an innovative next-generation technology that improves the automated identification and detection of explosive threats.
• Developed a core algorithmic Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform that leverages machine learning for continual performance improvements.

Fixed-gantry CT screening technology, like ScanTech AI's SENTINEL® CT, uses fixed, multi-energy X-ray generators and detector arrays to create multiple, non-traditional planar projections for enhanced threat detection and reduced false alarms. 

What it is:

Fixed-gantry CT scanners employ a stationary X-ray source and detectors, unlike traditional CT scanners that rotate around the patient. These scanners are used in various security applications, including airports, seaports, borders, embassies, corporate headquarters, government and commercial buildings, factories, processing plants, nuclear power plants, and other facilities where terrorism and prohibited items are a possibility.

• Multiple X-ray Planes: The SENTINEL® CT system uses four pairs of fixed, integrated X-ray generators and detector arrays, creating four independent scanning planes. 

• Non-Traditional Projections: These planes provide non-traditional planar projections, enhancing the robustness and reliability of image data and volumetric reconstruction. 

• 3D Visualization: The system reconstructs 3D visualizations from four different angular perspectives, improving the discrimination and interrogation of threat materials and hidden objects.
• AI and Machine Learning: ScanTech AI utilizes AI and machine learning to automatically locate, discriminate, and identify threat materials and items of interest.

• Enhanced Threat Detection: The SENTINEL® CT system is designed to improve explosive detection and reduce false alarm rates. 

• Improved Passenger Experience: By reducing false alarms and streamlining the screening process, fixed-gantry CT systems can lead to fewer traveler interruptions and a more expedited passenger experience.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Fixed-gantry CT systems can offer lower up-front costs, lower maintenance costs, and better overall performance than rotating gantry systems.

• Expand AI-Enhanced Detection & Analysis: ScanTech AI’s proprietary machine learning algorithms continue to evolve, improving threat detection accuracy while enabling passengers to leave liquids and electronics in their bags. The quantum-powered AI capabilities to be delivered by Stargate, when combined with ScanTech AI’s proprietary closed-network architecture (which enables systems to communicate and learn from each other in the field in real time), will help to propel ScanTech AI’s capabilities forward and enable it to instantly respond to new threats as they emerge around the world.
• Integrate into U.S. National Infrastructure: ScanTech AI’s modular software architecture will enable almost seamless integration with existing and future AI infrastructure investments, meaning that as Stargate takes hold and the space grows, ScanTech AI believes it will also grow as it harnesses new advances in the coming months and years.
• Collaborate with the U.S. Government: Building on successful deployments and more than ten years of work with the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), ScanTech AI is actively engaging with additional federal and state agencies and the U.S. military interested in its lower-cost, higher-performing AI-driven checkpoint CT security scanning solutions.

The age of artificial intelligence (AI) has arrived. As AI technology continues to reshape many industries, some key trends will be worth paying close attention to, including defense.

The defense sector’s stability stems from predictable, long-term government contracts. The fiscal 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) calls for $923.3 billion in U.S. military spending, up 4.1% from 2024 levels. 

With ongoing geopolitical tensions, weapons stock depletion, and increasing global defense spending, the stage is set for significant developments.

This cutting-edge technology is set to enhance security by replacing outdated X-ray systems, improving personnel screening efficiency, accuracy, and safety. 

Visiontec Systems, ScanTech's Canadian distributor, is responsible for the delivery and installation of the scanners. ScanTech utilizes proprietary AI and machine learning to effectively identify hazardous and contraband materials, showcasing its capability to extend beyond traditional aviation security solutions. The company's COO/CTO emphasized the significance of this deployment in meeting the increasing demand for sophisticated threat detection in critical infrastructure settings.

Potential Positives:

• Successful deployment of cutting-edge 'fixed-gantry' CT security scanners at multiple nuclear power facilities in Canada enhances the company's reputation in critical infrastructure security.
• Partnership with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) represents a significant contract win, showcasing trust in ScanTech's advanced technology to replace legacy X-ray systems.
• Utilization of proprietary AI and machine learning in the scanners indicates innovation and leadership in the security technology sector, positioning ScanTech to meet growing demands for sophisticated threat detection solutions.
• Operational launch at nuclear facilities highlights expansion beyond aviation security, opening new market opportunities and demonstrating versatility in security solutions.

With this agreement, ScanTech AI and Creeksource are now actively engaging with DoD agencies to accelerate the implementation of advanced AI-powered security solutions across military bases and critical government sites. The companies aim to secure initial deployments in 2025.

The partnership strategically positions ScanTech AI to pursue Department of Defense (DoD) contracts through Creeksource’s federal contracting program.

• Native American tribal organizations can secure federal contracting revenue from projects implemented across the United States. Creeksource, as a tribal entity, holds a distinct strategic advantage in this federal contracting arena, potentially enabling access to exclusive government opportunities that comply with federal acquisition regulations. These tribal partnerships allow expedited procurement processes, enhanced cost efficiency, and faster deployment of critical AI security solutions to government agencies.
• According to the Center for Indian Country Development (CICD), Native American organizations performed government-contracted work in every U.S. territory and over 160 countries. Roughly 95 percent of all federal contracting revenue from Native entities was for activities performed off tribal land. In 2021, Native American firms secured $16.25 billion in federal contracts, with nearly 67% of that funding coming from the Department of Defense, demonstrating their vital role in national security operations.

“We believe the protection of our military assets, particularly our troops deployed at military bases globally, is of critical importance,” said Dolan Falconer, CEO of ScanTech AI. “We are excited to partner with Creeksource to offer our advanced screening technology to the DoD to enhance safety and security at our government military bases and secure sites.”

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