Rekor Systems Charts a New Course Toward Deepfake Detection

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Rekor Systems is gearing up for a strategic pivot in the first half of 2026, broadening its scope beyond AI-powered traffic surveillance and digital infrastructure. The company is establishing a new subsidiary, Rekor Labs, to push into deepfake and synthetic media detection, aiming to spark a fresh growth phase.

• Market debut for deepfake detection targeted in H1 2026
• Rekor Labs will concentrate on synthetic media
• Fresh capital secured in December 2025 strengthens the balance sheet for tech investments and working capital

A core pillar of the company?s upcoming growth plan is Rekor Labs. This unit marries artificial intelligence with computer vision to identify manipulated video, audio, and image data. The plan calls for a full-fledged market entry in this segment of global cybersecurity in the first half of 2026, enabling Rekor to broaden its product lineup beyond traditional traffic data analytics.

Infrastructure and Financing

Meanwhile, the Roadway Intelligence platform remains the company?s operational backbone. Through sensor data and a Data-as-a-Service model, Rekor supplies traffic information to government agencies to enhance road safety and efficiency. A key technical emphasis is on automated license plate recognition within a clearly defined privacy framework.

To fund these ventures and pursue new market opportunities, Rekor secured fresh capital in December 2025 via a direct equity placement. The raised funds are earmarked for technology investments and general working capital. In a market environment where intelligent infrastructure solutions and sophisticated data analytics are gaining ground, Rekor is pursuing a broader technological base.

The success of the strategic shift now hinges on how quickly the market embraces the new software offerings. With a planned rollout by June 2026, the implementation of the deepfake strategy becomes a primary near-term priority. Initial indicators on market adoption and their impact on the financial position are anticipated in the second half of 2026.