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Vivacity Labs builds AI-powered edge computing sensors for urban traffic monitoring. The sensors run computer vision on-device to classify road users (cars, pedestrians, cyclists, HGVs, etc.) with 97%+ accuracy, and immediately delete video to protect privacy while sending anonymized data to a cloud dashboard and API. Their products include Smart Traffic Monitoring, Smart Road Safety, and Smart Signal Control (Smart Junctions) which can dynamically adjust signals to improve flow and prioritize vulnerable or sustainable transport. They serve government bodies and transport authorities with permanent and portable sensors, and focus on reducing congestion, improving safety, and enabling data-driven infrastructure decisions.
About VivaCity Labs
Industries
Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Government & Public Sector
AI & Machine Learning
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$22.8M
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2015
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What believers are saying
- 6,000 installed sensors create a strong base for analytics expansion and upsells.[4]
- International expansion in North America and Australia broadens the addressable market.[4]
- Portable and solar deployments unlock short-term trials and off-grid locations.[1]
What critics are saying
- Public-sector procurement cycles slow rollouts and delay revenue recognition.[2]
- Incumbents like Iteris and Miovision pressure pricing in traffic-sensing tenders.
- Accuracy claims above 97% face direct challenge in side-by-side pilot tests.[4]
What makes VivaCity Labs unique
- Edge processing deletes video immediately, supporting GDPR-compliant anonymous traffic data.[4]
- One sensor captures 10+ road-user classes across multiple mobility datasets.[4]
- Smart Junctions uses AI signal control to prioritize cyclists, buses, and pedestrians.[3]
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Funding
Total Funding
$22.8M
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Funded Over
7 Rounds
Benefits
Paid Vacation
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional Development Budget
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Eye care vouchers
Seasonal Flu jabs
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Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 0%Transport for West Midlands, in partnership with VivaCity, has received the Most Promising Project Award at the International Invention and Innovation Competition for their innovative 'Near Miss' detection system.
She joined VivaCity in May of this year, replacing co-founder and CTO Yang Lu, who shifted to the role of technical founder.
Viva City has partnered with Glasgow City Council to improve traffic flow and road safety for pedestrians and cyclists with AI-powered sensor technology.
It has been reported that, VivaCity, a transport technology company, is expanding into Northern Ireland and the Republic in an effort to transform transport infrastructure across all regions.
VivaCity partners with Wellington City Council.
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About VivaCity Labs
Industries
Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Government & Public Sector
AI & Machine Learning
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$22.8M
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2015
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