Shield AI

Shield AI has raised a total of $1.17 billion in funding across multiple rounds, achieving a valuation of $5.3 billion as of March 2025. The company’s Series F round, valued at $240 million, was led by investors including Disruptive, Point72 Ventures, and Andreessen Horowitz. Founded in 2015, Shield AI develops AI-driven autonomous drones and training systems for fighter jet pilots, focusing on defense and security applications. Headquartered in San Diego, United States, and supported by over 600 employees, Shield AI is redefining military aviation with its neural-network-powered software, enabling GPS-denied navigation and multi-robot collaboration.