Hikvision (Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Chinese technology company founded in 2001 and headquartered in Hangzhou. It is a leading global supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, with business spanning over 150 countries. Hikvision focuses on integrating video-based sensing, AI, and big data technologies to support various industries through intelligent IoT applications. Its offerings include security cameras, AI-powered surveillance systems, intelligent control networks, smart city platforms, digital signage, face recognition terminals, and comprehensive AI development platforms. The company has over 58,000 employees worldwide, including more than 20,000 in R&D and technical services. Hikvision promotes an ecosystem of open collaboration through its AI Cloud and Open AI platforms, enabling customized industry solutions for smart transportation, smart communities, digital villages, and more. Despite international scrutiny and sanctions in some regions over security and data concerns, Hikvision continues to expand its digital transformation capabilities globally.