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Shield AI develops AI-powered autonomous systems for defense applications, specializing in software that enables unmanned aerial vehicles to operate effectively in communication-denied environments. Their core product, Hivemind, is an AI pilot capable of independently executing complex flight plans and tactical maneuvers on platforms like the MQ-20 Avenger and Kratos’ MQM-178 Firejet. Shield AI targets the defense and security sectors by providing resilient, fully-autonomous capabilities that reduce operator workload and enhance mission success in contested environments.
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robotics autonomous systems ai agents
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Total Raised $880M
Founded 2015
Status private
Type scaleup
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