Stadium Surveillance at Beşiktaş Istanbul by AVA-X

The heated city derbies in Istanbul always pose a security challenge.

English edition — originally published in German as Stadionüberwachung bei Beşiktaş Istanbul durch AVA-X.

Innovative Security Through Facial Recognition

The heated city derbies in Istanbul, known for their high emotional intensity, always pose a challenge for security. To enhance security standards at these games, Beşiktaş Istanbul deployed Sentinel, an advanced facial recognition technology from AVA-X, for the first time.

Deployment of Sentinel: Security Redefined

The implementation of Sentinel at Vodafone Park Stadium marked a turning point in stadium security. During the derby against Galatasaray, the technology was successfully tested, with security forces monitoring a list of 1,000 potentially problematic fans. Among 35,000 spectators, Sentinel identified eleven wanted individuals, leading to preventive security measures.

Impressive Results

Sentinel's efficiency was demonstrated by the flawless identification of wanted individuals without triggering false alarms. This precise performance confirms the technology's reliability under real-world conditions and its suitability for use at large-scale events.

Conclusion

The successful deployment of Sentinel at Beşiktaş Istanbul represents a milestone in stadium security. Through the innovative use of facial recognition technology, AVA-X offers an effective solution to improve security at major events while optimizing the visitor experience. This incident demonstrates how technological innovations can help overcome the challenges of monitoring and securing mass events.