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  1. FUNDINGDefense Tech's $14.6B Pace Shows No Sign of Slowing→
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FUNDING$14.6B H1 2026

Defense Tech's $14.6B Pace Shows No Sign of Slowing

Defense tech startups raised $14.6 billion in the first five months of 2026 alone, already blowing past the previous full-year record of $9.6 billion set in 2025, led by Anduril, Shield AI and Saronic.

Jul 13, 2026
FUNDING$14.6B+ into defense tech in 2026

Defense Tech's Funding Smashes Records Again in 2026

Defense tech startups have already pulled in more than $14.6 billion in venture funding in 2026, surpassing all of 2025's record $9.6 billion, led by Anduril, Shield AI and Saronic megarounds.

Jul 7, 2026