By Anthony Marcus, correspondent. Eurasia Business News, January 25, 2025. Article n°1397.

Shield AI Hits $5 Billion Valuation: Silicon Valley defense startup Shield AI has achieved a valuation of $5 billion, nearly doubling its previous valuation of $2.8 billion from 2023. This milestone comes as the company seeks to raise approximately $200 million in a funding round involving prominent investors such as Palantir, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin.

Focus on Autonomous Technology: Founded in 2015 by former Navy SEAL Brandon Tseng and his co-founders, Shield AI specializes in autonomous drones and military-grade AI software. Its flagship product, Hivemind, enables drones to operate independently without GPS or human pilots, making it particularly valuable in contested environments.

Investor Interest and Market Dynamics: The growing demand for advanced defense technologies has attracted significant investor interest in Shield AI. The company’s technology has already been utilized by both the U.S. and Ukrainian governments, reflecting its operational capabilities in real-world scenarios.

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Strategic Partnerships: Shield AI is expected to collaborate with other defense technology firms to secure contracts, indicating a shift towards integrating Silicon Valley innovations into military applications. This trend is underscored by increased federal defense spending and the competitive landscape of the defense industry.

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Shield AI is an American aerospace and defense technology company founded in 2015, based in San Diego, California. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence (AI) systems, particularly autonomous drones and military-grade software designed to enhance the safety and effectiveness of military operations. Founded by former Navy SEAL Brandon Tseng, his brother Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, Shield AI was inspired by firsthand experiences in combat where better reconnaissance could have saved lives.

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