ShotSpotter Changes Name To SoundThinking
ShotSpotter, used widely by law enforcement, has long been at the center of controversies.
Now the acoustic gunshot detection company is changing its name to "SoundThinking," a move which may help it move away from its controversial past and reposition its business.
In this report, we examine the company's reasons for rebranding itself and how the decision might impact the company's future prospects.
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