A personal safety app that sends silent emergency alerts without unlocking a phone, dialing, or speaking has won the 2026 Red Bull Basement World Final in San Francisco. Darnell Adler, the USC graduate behind Lifeline AI, claimed the title ahead of teams from more than 40 countries, earning 100,000 in equity-free funding, 25,000 in Azure credits, and direct mentorship from Red Bull Ventures. The win came at the annual finale of Red Bull Basement, a global competition that supports student entrepreneurs with AI tools, mentorship, and funding across more than 40 countries. Video credit should read Red Bull Content PoolRed Bull Content Pool via AFP