LifeKnight, Inc. Selected as Finalist for 2025 SXSW Pitch

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Jan 22, 2025, 08:34 ET

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- LifeKnight, Inc., a pioneer in AI-enabled safety and health technology, has been named a finalist in the Space, Government & Security category for the 2025 SXSW Pitch. The event, presented by KPMG, showcases the most innovative global startups during the South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference & Festivals in Austin, TX, March 7-15, 2025.

Avery Piantedosi is the Founder & CEO of LifeKnight, Inc., an AI-driven safety tech company redefining emergency response. Inspired by her experience as a real estate agent, Avery created LOIS, an app that detects emergencies and directs help in real time. Backed by IBM Watson and NVIDIA partnerships, LifeKnight delivers AI-enhanced safety for industries like healthcare and workplace safety. A leader in innovation, Avery is dedicated to saving lives through proactive technology.

LifeKnight, Inc., an AI-driven safety and health technology leader, is proud to showcase its groundbreaking innovations at SXSW. Founded by Avery Piantedosi, LifeKnight's LOIS app and API platform leverage IBM Watson and NVIDIA technology to detect emergencies and direct help in real time. From assisted living to workplace safety, LifeKnight is transforming safety standards. At SXSW, LifeKnight will highlight how its AI solutions are saving lives and empowering industries worldwide.

Out of 589 applicants, LifeKnight, Inc. is one of 45 finalists across nine categories and will present on March 8, 2025. The company will showcase its AI-enabled LifeKnight Safety and Wellness Platform, which powers the LOIS Safety App, AI agents, and advanced health and safety features. This platform offers groundbreaking capabilities such as real-time emergency detection, automated response, geo-fencing for hazardous areas, and continuous health monitoring.

"Being selected as a finalist is a significant milestone," said Avery Piantedosi, Founder and CEO of LifeKnight, Inc. "Our platform redefines safety and wellness by leveraging AI to proactively protect lives and transform emergency response."

LifeKnight, Inc.'s innovations are supported by strategic partnerships with IBM Watson and NVIDIA, emphasizing its leadership in AI-enabled safety technology.

SXSW Pitch will culminate in an awards ceremony on March 9, where category winners and a Best in Show winner will be announced.

For more information, visit: https://www.sxsw.com/pitch

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