PulsePatch™ Gains Strategic Backing Led by Retired First Responders, Advances Toward FDA Approval and National Expansion
HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- PulsePatch™, an emerging leader in custody monitoring and first responder safety technology, related a majority of recent funds raised is driven in large part by retired first responders who understand firsthand the urgent need for better tools to protect both detainees and officers in the field.
This funding will directly support PulsePatch’s next critical milestone: advancing through the FDA approval process, positioning the company for broader deployment across law enforcement and public safety agencies nationwide.
Unlike traditional investment rounds, PulsePatch’s recent funding tells a deeper story. The majority of new capital has come from retired law enforcement officers, EMS professionals, and first responders—individuals who have lived the realities of high-risk encounters and recognize the life-saving potential of real-time biometric monitoring in custody situations.
“Those who have worn the badge and served on the front lines understand what’s at stake,” said co-founder Jared Boothe. “This isn’t just innovation. It’s protection, accountability, and humanity for everyone involved.”
PulsePatch™ is developing a single-use, adhesive monitoring device designed to track critical vitals such as heart rate and oxygen levels in real time during detainment or custody. The technology provides audible alerts when conditions deteriorate and creates a documented record of events, supporting both medical response and procedural transparency.
The impact spans multiple stakeholders: detainees, whose health conditions can be identified before crisis; officers and agencies, who gain protection through documented, real-time data, and communities, who benefit from increased accountability and safer outcomes.
As part of its continued growth and national visibility, PulsePatch has been selected as a presenting company at the prestigious Rice Veterans Business Battle, taking place April 8-9, 2026 in Houston, Texas.
Hosted by Rice University’s business school, the competition is one of the premier national pitch events dedicated exclusively to military veteran entrepreneurs. The event brings together high-growth, veteran-led companies to compete for funding while gaining exposure to top-tier investors, judges, and business leaders.
PulsePatch’s selection places the company among a highly competitive group of veteran-founded ventures tackling critical challenges across industries. It also reinforces the strength of its mission and the real-world demand for solutions that support both public safety professionals and the individuals they serve.
“This is more than a pitch opportunity,” the company shared. “It’s a moment to represent the first responder community and bring visibility to a solution that has the potential to change outcomes across the country," said co-founder Richard Byrod.
Hosted by Rice University and the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, the competition is widely recognized as one of the largest and most competitive startup pitch events in the world, bringing together top ventures to compete for funding and investment opportunities.
Only 16 startups are selected globally to present, placing PulsePatch among an elite group of high-growth companies addressing critical challenges across healthcare, technology, and public safety.
“This opportunity puts PulsePatch on a national stage in front of leading investors and decision-makers. It’s a powerful validation of both the problem we’re solving and the urgency behind it," said Byrod.
With momentum building, FDA progress underway, and national exposure accelerating, PulsePatch™ is entering a pivotal phase of growth. The company is actively preparing for expanded pilot programs, agency partnerships, and broader deployment following regulatory approval, while continuing to seek additional funding from aligned investors, supporters, and donors who believe in the future of safer outcomes for detainees, officers, and first responder professionals.
At its core, PulsePatch represents a new category of technology, one that bridges healthcare, law enforcement, and accountability in a way that protects lives on all sides of an encounter.
About PulsePatch™
PulsePatch™ is a first responder-focused technology company developing real-time biometric monitoring solutions for custody and detainment scenarios. Designed to improve safety, transparency, and outcomes, PulsePatch empowers agencies with actionable data while protecting both officers and detainees.
For more information, visit: https://www.pulsepatchusa.com
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