Defense AI Companies

Palantir

Denver, United States

Palantir Technologies develops data integration and analysis platforms leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning. Their core products, including Foundry and Gotham, enable organizations to connect disparate data sources and operationalize insights through a central operating system. Palantir primarily serves government agencies and large enterprises requiring complex data analysis for operational decision-making and strategic planning, particularly in sectors like defense, finance, and healthcare.

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, United States

Anduril Industries develops autonomous defense systems for the U.S. and allied military forces. Their core offering is Lattice AI, an open software platform enabling sensor fusion, autonomous navigation, and command & control across multiple hardware platforms – including aerial, ground, and maritime systems. Anduril differentiates itself by applying Silicon Valley engineering principles to rapidly deliver adaptable, AI-powered capabilities traditionally reliant on lengthy defense procurement processes.

Helsing

Munich, Germany

Helsing builds AI for defense and national security applications in Europe. Raised €450M for European sovereign AI defense.

Preligens

Paris, France

Preligens develops TerraStation, a geospatial AI platform that automatically detects, identifies, and geolocates objects of interest within satellite and aerial imagery. Their core innovation lies in applying deep learning models – specifically foundation models trained on massive datasets of geospatial data – to deliver rapid, scalable analysis for change detection, pattern-of-life monitoring, and critical infrastructure assessment. Preligens primarily serves defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure stakeholders, and was recently awarded a contract by the French Ministry of the Armed Forces to enhance its intelligence capabilities with automated geospatial analysis.