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Shield AI

San Diego, United States
Founded 2015
1000+ employees
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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.

Technology Focus

robotics autonomous systems ai agents

Key People 3

  • Brandon Tseng
  • Ryan Tseng
  • Andrew Reiter

Quick Stats

Total Raised
$880M
Founded
2015
Status
private
Type
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