Defense tech startup Anduril says it hit $2.2 billion in revenue in 2025, then followed up with another massive funding round that doubles its valuation to $61 billion. The latest financing is led by Thrive and a16z, underscoring how fast the company is scaling as governments and militaries invest in next-generation defense systems.
A five-year-old European military drone startup, Helsing, backed by Daniel Ek, is reportedly close to raising $1.2 billion at an $18 billion valuation. The latest funding push highlights how quickly defense tech is attracting mega-investment interest, even as the company remains relatively young and focused on drones for military use.
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