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Israeli company Carbyne, which developed an advanced real-time emergency call management system, has been acquired by U.S.-based Axon in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $625 million. The technology, which began under the name “Reporty”, will be integrated into Axon’s array of public safety solutions — known for products such as body cameras and tasers, which are being used by law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Carbyne’s platform is designed to turn emergency call centers — like 911 in the United States — into intelligent, digital command hubs. The cloud-based system enables dispatchers to handle calls interactively, supporting live video calls, real-time location sharing, and instant data transfer to field responders. One of its standout features is simultaneous translation in over 40 languages, enabling a two-way communication between citizens and dispatchers even when they do not share a common language.
The platform also includes AI agents that assist in managing large-scale incidents. During mass emergencies, these virtual agents can collect initial details from callers, prioritize cases based on urgency, and provide dispatchers with real-time recommendations to reduce errors and streamline decision-making.
Carbyne’s system currently operates in about 300 emergency centers worldwide, serving more than 7,000 dispatchers, primarily across the United States. In Israel, the technology is also used by several organizations, including United Hatzalah, as well as the municipalities of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The company has additional offices in Tel Aviv, Mexico, India, and Ukraine, with a total workforce of around 230 employees.
The acquisition follows closely on the heels of Axon leading Carbyne’s $100 million funding round earlier this year. Carbyne has raised roughly $200 million to date, with participation from investors including AT&T Ventures, Cox Enterprises, Global Medical Response, Hanaco Growth, Hercules Capital, RCM Private Markets Fund, and SVB.
The integration of Carbyne’s technology into Axon’s ecosystem is expected to enhance the digital capabilities of emergency management systems and create a more seamless connection between command centers and field units. The combination of Axon’s long-standing expertise in law enforcement and Carbyne’s cloud-based platform aims to “turn the call for help into the first moment of intelligence”. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, pending customary closing conditions.
This merger marks another step in the global shift toward smart, data-driven emergency response systems, enabling faster, more accurate, and more effective decision-making during critical, life-threatening moments.
The press release can be found here.
