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HadrianHadrian builds AI-powered automated factories making precision parts for the Pentagon, Lockheed Martin, and Navy submarines, and raised a $1.37B Series D in August 2026 at a $7.87B valuation — up nearly 5x since January.
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Shield AIShield AI builds AI-powered autonomy software (Hivemind) and autonomous drones/aircraft for defense and national security applications.
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Total Raised
~$1.7B
$3.5B
HadrianShield AI
Last Valuation
$7.87B (Aug 2026)
$12.7B
HadrianShield AI
Defense
Sector
Defense
2020
Founded
2015
Torrance, CA
HQ
San Diego, CA
Private
Status
Private
Hadrian investors
Founders FundLux CapitalAndreessen HorowitzJPMorganChase Strategic Investment GroupValor Equity PartnersBaillie Gifford1789 Capital
Shield AI investors
Advent InternationalJPMorgan Strategic Investment GroupBlackstoneAndreessen HorowitzL3HarrisHanwha Asset ManagementPoint72 VenturesDisruptive
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