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Obvio is an artificial intelligence company focused on traffic safety, founded in 2021. The company deploys solar-powered, AI-powered cameras at intersections and in school zones to automatically detect dangerous driving behaviours, including stop sign violations, speeding, failure to yield, distracted driving, and crosswalk violations. Processing occurs at the edge, and the hardware can be installed in under a week without requiring power or utility permissions.

The company raised $22 million in Series A funding in 2025 from leading venture capital firms. Early deployment results are notable: some municipalities have reported 50% reductions in violations within months of installation. Obvio's technical domains include computer vision, edge AI processing, and traffic safety technology.

Obvio operates on American roadways and has a global presence, working within the traffic safety, municipal infrastructure, and smart cities verticals. The team's stated focus is on saving lives and curbing reckless driving through technology.

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