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Shield AI

https://www.shield.ai/
Last activity: 25.08.2026
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Shield AI builds self-driving technology that enables swarms of unmanned systems to operate on the edge without GPS, communications, or remote pilots.

Further, by applying reinforcement learning to scalable simulations, Shield AI trains unmanned systems to learn new tactics and behaviors to autonomously accomplish new missions ranging from clearance operations with SUAS to breaching integrated air defense systems with Group 2-5 UAS.

Backed by top-tier Silicon Valley VC funds, Shield AI is differentiated by its fielded, combat-proven AI-products and its world-class AI engineering team. Shield AI is one of the largest industry sponsors of Carnegie Mellon University's Resilient Intelligent Systems Lab. In 2020, Shield AI was named to the Forbes AI 50, CB Insights Top 100 AI Companies, and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020.

Our mission is to advance this nation's core values by providing the United States and our allies access to leading technologies and innovations.

We're hiring! Visit shield.ai/careers to learn more.
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Location: United States
Employees: 201-500
Total raised: $3.48B
Valuation: $12.7B
Founded date: 2015

Investors 16

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Funding Rounds 9

DateSeriesAmountInvestors
27.03.2026-$2BThe Blacks...
07.03.2025Series F$240M-
02.01.2024Series F$500M-
02.11.2023Series F$200M-
13.12.2022Series E$60M-
09.06.2022Series E$165M-
24.08.2021Series D$210M-
24.02.2021Series C$90M-
04.04.2017Series A$10.5M-

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25.08.2026Shield AI’s Hivemind Flies Satellite in Orbit: Physics Simulation Clears Every CommandBy Otis D. Sheehan Published: Aug 25 2026, 3:34 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
11.08.2026Hadrian's Defense Funding Surge Highlights AI's Dual Impact on Shifting MarketsDefense technology commands significant capital. Hadrian, a key player in advanced manufacturing for defense and aerospace, secured $1.4 billion in new funding, elevating its valuation to $7.9 billion. This surge reflects a broader military...
07.08.2026Whatnot valued at $20 billion as live shopping continues to boomWhatnot raised $545 million in new funding at a $20 billion valuation. The valuation boost, nearly double from less than a year ago, comes as the livestreamed shopping market continues to grow. That market is valued at more than $22 billion...
06.08.2026Hadrian valued at nearly $8 billion after fresh funding as money pours into defense techHadrian raised nearly $1.4 billion in new funding at a $7.9 billion valuation. Defense tech startups are benefiting from President Donald Trump’s plan to upgrade the U.S. military. Hadrian CEO Chris Power said the fresh funds will allow it ...
06.08.2026Defense-tech startup Hadrian raises $1.37B at nearly $8B valuation to scale AI-powered factoriesHadrian has raised $1.37 billion in fresh funding at a $7.87 billion valuation, more than quadrupling its valuation since January as investors pour record sums into startups rebuilding America’s defense manufacturing base. The Series D was ...
15.07.2026AI Reshapes Tech: IBM Plunges, Meta Invests Billions, Defense AI Surges, Nvidia Chips RestrictedGlobal tech markets reel from rapid AI shifts. IBM stock plunged 25% after Q2 results missed expectations. Software revenue declined. Clients prioritized hardware for AI infrastructure. Meta announced a $50 billion Louisiana AI data center,...
13.07.2026Europe’s Anduril rival Helsing raises $1.8 billion at $18 billion valuationEuropean defense startup Helsing has raised $1.8 billion. The funding round values the German startup at $18 billion. Helsing is a European rival to U.S. startup Anduril which has also received heavy backing as investors rush into defense t...
13.07.2026European AI defense startup Helsing raises $1.8 billion at $18 billion valuationThe German startup’s latest funding round underscores growing investor confidence in AI-powered defense companies as Europe ramps up spending on military technology and sovereign capabilities. European defense startup Helsing has raised $1....
09.07.2026Anduril CEO says it’s bad to IPO in ‘middle of a hype cycle’Anduril CEO Brian Schimpf told CNBC’s Julia Boorstin that the company isn’t in “any rush” to go public. He warned against an IPO in the “middle of a hype cycle” and said some valuations are “crazy high.” Defense tech companies are riding a ...
08.07.2026Defense Tech Soars: Quantum Systems Lands $1.2 Billion Amid Industry BoomQuantum Systems clinched $1.2 billion in Series D funding, achieving an $8 billion valuation. Blackstone, Noteus, Airbus, and Advent co-led the round. The German company specializes in AI-powered autonomous drones and advanced defense syste...
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