Nearthlab’s KAiDEN Wins Silver at 2025 Edison Awards for Autonomous Security Solutions
April 8, 2025 - Nearthlab, a leading drone AI company, has been awarded Silver at the 2025 Edison Awards in the category of Autonomous Security Solutions, under the broader theme of “Autonomous World & Hyperconnectivity.” The recognition was given for KAiDEN, Nearthlab’s advanced high-speed autonomous drone designed for real-time threat detection and aerial interception.
The Edison Awards, established in 1987 to honor the legacy of inventor Thomas Edison, are among the world’s most prestigious accolades for innovation. Each year, over 7,000 submissions are evaluated through a rigorous, months-long review process by a panel of industry experts, executives, and academics. This year’s ceremony, held on April 2–3 in Fort Myers, Florida, also celebrated NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang with a lifetime achievement award, spotlighting pioneering technologies with global impact.
KAiDEN embodies Nearthlab’s commitment to autonomous safety in an increasingly complex world. Designed to detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats in real time, KAiDEN delivers precision responses at speeds up to 150 mph using proprietary AI flight algorithms. Its autonomous interception capabilities make it an ideal solution not only for national security but also for the protection of critical infrastructure such as airports, energy facilities, and industrial zones. A predefined safe-crash zone minimizes secondary damage from debris, making the system not only powerful but also safety-conscious.
“The rise of both intentional and unintentional airborne threats is a pressing challenge,” said Jay Choi, CEO of Nearthlab. “With KAIDEN, we’re bringing AI-powered autonomy into the realm of real-world security, enabling organizations to respond faster, smarter, and safer. This Edison Award validates our belief that autonomous safety is not just a technological achievement - it’s a societal necessity.”
The win marks a major milestone in Nearthlab’s journey from drone inspections to autonomous, real-time security solutions - and reflects the company’s broader commitment to building AI systems that protect both assets and lives in a hyperconnected world.
