Origins and Foundation (2001)

Hikvision was founded in 2001 in Hangzhou, China, as Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. Initially, the company was focused on developing video compression cards for surveillance systems. At this time, China was rapidly developing its infrastructure, and the demand for security and surveillance systems was rising, creating a fertile market for such technologies.

Technological Innovation

Hikvision has been at the forefront of incorporating new technologies into its products. They were among the early adopters of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and deep learning in surveillance systems, allowing for features like facial recognition, anomaly detection, and advanced video analytics. They also moved into areas like smart city solutions, which use data from surveillance systems to improve urban management and safety.