Professor Steven Verstockt (University of Ghent) – Integration of AI in Stadium Safety

The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also explored how emerging technologies can enhance stadium safety and operational efficiency. Through the GOTCHA project, participants discovered how AI, video analytics, and digital twins can transform traditional CCTV systems into intelligent decision-support tools. By focusing on data quality, spatial awareness, and smarter camera control, the approach demonstrates how clubs can improve incident detection and analysis. The key takeaway is clear: innovation is not about adding more technology, but about using existing infrastructure in a smarter and more effective way.