Stark Systems Acquires Pleno to Strengthen Drone Autonomy Capabilities
Stark Systems, a Berlin-based defense technology company, has acquired Pleno, a startup specializing in autonomous navigation and swarming software for drones.
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DefTech’s Wolf 25-AD: Slovak mobile counter-UAS entering field trials
Slovak defence company DefTech released the Wolf 25-AD in June and has begun limited live-fire testing and delivery of prototypes to Ukraine. The system pairs a 25 mm rapid-fire turret, onboard sensors and AESA radar on a Wolf armoured chassis to address short-range aerial threats.
UADamage raises $400,000 for its AI-driven demining system
UADamage, a Ukrainian defence-tech startup, secured $400,000 in investment to expand its AI-based aerial demining system. The funding, backed by the Brave1 innovation cluster, will support scaling of drone-assisted mine detection so teams can map contaminated terrain rapidly with high accuracy.
Anduril Closes $2.5 Billion Series G Funding, Valuation Reaches $30.5 Billion
Anduril, the U.S. defense technology company, raised $2.5 billion in a Series G round co-led by Founders Fund, doubling its valuation to $30.5 billion. The round was heavily oversubscribed, marking a significant milestone in defense tech funding.
Quantum Systems Raises €160 Million for AI-Powered Intelligence
Quantum Systems’ €160 million funding round brings its total raised capital to €310 million, solidifying its place as a leader in AI-powered aerial intelligence and modular unmanned aerial systems.
Trypillian Raises $5M to Develop Deep-Strike and Autonomous Battlefield Technologies
Trypillian has secured $5 million in seed funding from former UK Minister Brooks Newmark. The investment will support development of deep-strike unmanned systems, battlefield communications, and autonomous combat tools from a veteran-led company operating across London and Kyiv.
Donaustahl to mass produce MAUS to slay an Elephant
German defense firm Donaustahl GmbH has initiated large-scale production of its modular MAUS FPV drones. This development marks a significant advancement in NATO’s industrial drone manufacturing, directly supporting Ukraine’s frontline operations.
Tekever Secures $70m New Investment and Valuation Exceeding $1.25 Billion
Tekever’s latest investment round lifts its valuation beyond $1.25 billion, supporting its strategy for scaling autonomous aerial systems and deepening its presence in defense innovation across Europe and Ukraine.
Patria and Rheinmetall join forces to integrate Nemo into Lynx in Hungarian Zrínyi Programme
In April 2025, Finnish defense company Patria and German defense giant Rheinmetall announced a strategic partnership to support Hungary’s Zrínyi Programme—a comprehensive modernization initiative aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Hungarian Defence Forces. This collaboration focuses on the development and production of advanced armored vehicles, integrating Patria’s NEMO mortar system into Rheinmetall’s Lynx to meet Hungary’s defense needs.
Key Eurotank players form Joint Venture to develop a new Main Ground Combat System
In a move towards further European defense integration, KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, and Thales have established the MGCS Project Company GmbH, headquartered in Cologne, Germany. This joint venture is tasked with developing the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a next-generation main battle tank intended to replace Germany’s Leopard 2 and France’s Leclerc tanks by 2040.