Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd Dossier
Qualitative Analysis
Business overview
Liberty Defense Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DETX; TSXV: SCAN) is an emerging leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-based contactless security technology. The company specializes in next-generation walkthrough threat detection systems designed to identify concealed metallic and non-metallic weapons, explosives, and other prohibited items in high-volume foot traffic areas. Its flagship product, HEXWAVE™, utilizes active 3D millimeter-wave (mmW) radar imaging and deep learning algorithms to provide real-time, discrete, and privacy-preserving security screening. Additionally, the company has licensed High-Definition Advanced Imaging Technology (HD-AIT) for body and shoe scanning to enhance aviation checkpoint security. Liberty Defense serves a wide range of verticals, including airports, stadiums, schools, courthouses, and other public venues.
Research as of 20 Jun 2026
Strategic Initiatives
Growth programs, investments, and their expected impact
Shifting primary commercial focus toward the aviation sector to capitalize on the TSA National Amendment on Aviation Worker Screening. The company is actively deploying HEXWAVE systems at worker screening checkpoints, including high-profile contracts at JFK International Airport's New Terminal One and LaGuardia Airport Terminal B.
Expected impact: Aims to capture a significant share of the estimated $50 million U.S. airport worker screening market opportunity.
Joining the NVIDIA Connect Program to accelerate AI-powered threat detection innovations. The collaboration allows Liberty to leverage NVIDIA's advanced GPU technologies, AI frameworks, and collaborative ecosystem to enhance the automated threat detection speed, scope, and capabilities of HEXWAVE and HD-AIT.
Expected impact: Development of advanced coding and edge-AI applications to deliver faster, more accurate contactless security screening.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships
Recent deals and strategic collaborations
Strategic Partnerships
K2 is a national leader in aviation security. Under this collaboration, K2 will install HEXWAVE units and provide operator training and support at aviation worker checkpoints, starting with the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport.
Terms: Terms of individual contract sales apply; specific financial details of the partnership framework are not disclosed.
Point Security is a recognized leader in the U.S. security screening industry. They act as a distributor and service provider, helping Liberty secure and support contracts at major U.S. international airports.
Terms: Commission and distribution pricing structures; specific terms are confidential.