AI security start-up Watchful raises $4.6 million to enhance surveillance technology

Watchful, an AI security start-up founded by former policeman Joshua Parsons, has raised $4.6 million in its first venture capital round. The funding was led by Icehouse Ventures, with support from Blackbird Ventures. Parsons, 29, developed Watchful to help manage multiple security cameras using AI technology. The tool aims to reduce false positives in security monitoring. The funding follows Parsons' recognition as a finalist in the Hi-Tech Awards Young Achiever category, which helped him connect with potential investors.