RapidSOS

New York, New York, USA · ≈310 employees · rapidsos.com

RapidSOS is an intelligent safety platform that connects life-saving data from millions of devices, apps, and sensors directly to 9-1-1 centers and first responders worldwide. Founded in 2012 in New York, the company has created the world’s largest Safety Network, linking over 723 million devices to more than 21,000 public safety agencies across various countries. RapidSOS supports around 250 million emergency calls each year and employs between 201 and 500 people. The platform utilizes both artificial intelligence and human intelligence to enhance emergency response systems. Its suite of products includes RapidSOS Connect, RapidSOS Safety, and RapidSOS Portal, among others, designed to streamline data transmission and improve response times. Notably, RapidSOS enables emergency data transmission without requiring users to install an app, leveraging existing device capabilities. The company partners with major technology firms like Apple, Google, and Microsoft to integrate emergency response features into their products, reaching an estimated 97% of the U.S. population. RapidSOS is committed to transforming emergency response by providing critical data that enhances the safety and efficiency of first responders.