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flag U.S. schools are spending nearly $500 million on unproven high-tech security, despite experts warning no technology ensures safety.

flag In response to rising school violence, U.S. schools are spending nearly half a billion dollars on high-tech security measures, including AI weapon detection, bulletproof glass, and emergency bunkers, driven by public demand and state funding. flag Despite the growth of a $3 billion-plus industry, experts question the effectiveness of many products, citing incidents like the 2022 Proctor High School stabbing, where a knife was undetected by an $4 million AI system. flag Critics, including Dr. Kenneth Trump, emphasize there is no proven "silver bullet" for school safety and warn against overreliance on untested technology. flag Vendors continue to expand, showcasing drones and other tools, while officials acknowledge no solution guarantees safety.

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