FTC Accuses Evolv of Misleading AI Safety Claims in Schools and Public Spaces

Evolv Technology, a US company specializing in AI weapons scanners, has reached a proposed settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) after being accused of making unsupported claims about its products' ability to detect all weapons. The FTC's action follows BBC investigations revealing the scanners' unreliability in detecting guns and bombs, despite Evolv's claims. The settlement, which awaits judicial approval, will prohibit Evolv from making unsubstantiated claims and allow some school customers to cancel contracts. This case highlights growing concerns over exaggerated AI capabilities in product marketing.