Shield AI.
United States aerospace and defense technology company
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 57
What's happening
Active this week
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Shield AI secured $1.5B funding while Hivemind was selected for a U.S. Air Force drone program, and GM's robotics strategy was highlighted.Some support1 report
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Keith manages the PMX-281 program for the Navy, while the Joint Chiefs of Staff emphasize the need for autonomous capabilities.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Shield AI developed the V-BAT UAV.Some support1 report
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Major global technology giants, including Shield AI and Anduril, are exploring collaborations to leverage Physical AI in defense technology.Some support1 report
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Shield AI is supporting the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology in developing autonomous systems.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Shield AI established a permanent presence in Taiwan, integrated software with Thunder Tiger, and is working with the National Chung-Shan Institute.Some support4 reports
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Discussions involving FM Sitharaman highlighted India's potential as a global hub for AI-enabled autonomy and corporate expansion.Some support5 reports
One to three months ago
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X-Bat utilizes GE Aerospace F110 power.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The U.S. Navy has provided a $50M contract to fund the use of the X-Bat utilizing the GE Aerospace F110 engine.Some support1 report
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Shield AI has established offices and facilities across Europe and the Middle East, and a defense ETF gained exposure to the company.Some support1 report
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A study found that bacteria can boost coral heat tolerance, alongside a demonstration of mission autonomy software by Shield AI.Some support3 reports
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Andrew Reiter worked at Shield AI on defense technology.Some support1 report
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Inturai is partnering with Shield AI and ST Engineering regarding projects with the Republic of Singapore Air Force.Some support1 report
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Shield AI and OpenAI are both examples of private companies.Some support1 report
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Shield AI conducted a maiden sortie of an X-Bat powered by GE Aerospace at a defense exhibition in Europe.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Integrated AVEN into F110-GE-129E engine.Some support1 report
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Shield AI, L3Harris Technologies, and Hivemind partnered for a live autonomous Electronic Warfare (EW) test.Some support1 report
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DARPA used a Shield AI agent in dogfighting exercises.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Shield AI offered Poland a role in the X-BAT program.Some support2 reports
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Poland awarded a contract to Shield AI for V-BAT drones to bolster NATO's eastern flank.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The American defense firm Shield AI is providing long-range surveillance drones as part of its operational capacity.Some support2 reports
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Sweden and Poland announced major defense procurements, including A26 submarines and V-BAT drone contracts.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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The Polish navy has ordered the deployment of V-Bat for maritime surveillance.Some support1 report
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Deployments involving Shield AI are occurring in the Indo-Pacific region.Some support1 report
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Strategic integration partnership formed between Shield AI and Spain to expand autonomy.Some support1 report
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Shield AI, RTX, and NCA are partnering to integrate advanced AI capabilities into defense products and operational weapons.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Destinus and Shield AI conducted autonomous systems testing in Segovia, demonstrating strike capabilities for future deployment in Ukraine.Some support1 report
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Airbus U.S. Space and Defense promoted Alex Veneziano to CEO and collaborated on autonomous flight tests.Some support1 report
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Shield AI and North Korea are reportedly integrating advanced AI into military applications, including testing new high-tech munitions.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Around Shield AI this week
News at the entities that move Shield AI most-
GE Aerospace StructuralGE is the parent company of GE Aerospace, while Meta leverages the vision of its founder, Mark Zuckerberg.Moves Shield AI
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Harris StructuralHarris was appointed to the Board of Regents and serves as President of the University of Washington.Moves Shield AI
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Nirmala Sitharaman OperationalNirmala Sitharaman is the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs. Shamika Ravi is a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the PM. Mohan Bhagwat is the Sarsanghchalak of RSS in India. Bansuri Swaraj is a Member of Parliament in India.Moves Shield AI
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RTX OperationalFinancial firms TD Cowen, Citigroup, and Jefferies issued updated ratings and price targets for RTX stock.Moves Shield AI
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Anduril Industries OperationalUS defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin and Anduril, are advocating for European defense autonomy across multiple countries.Moves Shield AI
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Donald Tusk TransactionalWith Rutte as current NATO chief, warnings are escalating regarding Putin's preparations for a wider conflict, including potential missile strikes into Polish territory.Moves Shield AI
Connections
The 33 strongest of 57, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
GE Aerospace Structural
Shield AI integrates GE Aerospace's F110 engines and is jointly developing the X-Bat combat aircraft.
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Poland Transactional
Shield AI secured and executed defense contracts with Poland for the supply of V-BAT drone technology.
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RTX Operational
Shield AI and RTX maintain an active partnership where Shield AI supplies autonomy software for RTX's defense products.
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Destinus Operational
The two companies are currently engaged in a functional collaboration demonstrating autonomous strike capabilities.
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Harris Structural
Harris holds the executive role of SVP of aircraft engineering at Shield AI.
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Nirmala Sitharaman Operational
Shield AI and Nirmala Sitharaman are engaged in discussions regarding cooperation in AI and defense applications.
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Anduril Industries Operational
Both Shield AI and Anduril Industries actively compete for CCA autonomy software contracts.
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Thunder Tiger Operational
The two companies are currently engaged in a functional partnership involving the integration of proprietary software.
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Collins Aerospace Operational
The evidence indicates that both companies are actively competing in the market for autonomy software.
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Donald Tusk Transactional
Donald Tusk announced Shield AI's specific role in a fighter jet program.
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Europe Shared context
Shield AI operates and targets military markets within the European geopolitical context.
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Joint Chiefs of Staff Operational
The relationship is characterized by the JCS emphasizing the need for autonomous capabilities, which is a core focus area for Shield AI.
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Structural
DARPA formally utilized Shield AI's agent during dogfighting exercises.
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General Atomics Operational
Shield AI and General Atomics are collaborating on the development of Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
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India Operational
The relationship involves cooperation between Shield AI and India in the fields of defense technologies and artificial intelligence.
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Mentioned together
Both companies were reported to have received production contracts for CCA.
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Hadrian Operational
The evidence describes both entities as high-profile companies that compete within the defense technology sector.
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Dassault Aviation Operational
The companies are identified as competitors within the global arms race focused on AI integration and applications.
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Netherlands Transactional
The evidence suggests both entities are involved in the acquisition of the V-BAT drone system.
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Spain Operational
Shield AI and Spain formed a strategic integration partnership aimed at expanding autonomy capabilities.
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Hawkes Operational
Hawkes is involved in operational campaigns focused on Europe, relevant to Shield AI's business context.
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North Korea Mentioned together
The evidence suggests both entities are discussed in the context of advanced defense technology focus.
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Kansas Shared context
Shield AI operates from a facility located in Newton, Kansas.
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Middle East Shared context
Shield AI operates facilities within the geographic region of the Middle East.
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company Shared context
Shield AI operates within the general corporate environment.
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OpenAI Mentioned together
Both Shield AI and OpenAI are described as examples of private companies.
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Taiwan Operational
Shield AI is building a drone supply chain that operates independently of China, leveraging the context of Taiwan.
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Greece Transactional
Both Shield AI and Greece are currently acquiring the V-BAT drone system.
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Shield AI and National Chung-Shan Institute are engaged in a collaborative working relationship.
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Europe Shared context
Shield AI exhibited a mock-up at the Eurosatory defence exhibition in Paris, placing it within the European defense market context.
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Segovia Shared context
Shield AI conducted testing of autonomous systems within the location of Segovia.
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Indo-Pacific Shared context
Shield AI conducts deployments within the Indo-Pacific region.
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Lockheed Martin Mentioned together
No evidence was found in the timeline to establish a relationship between Shield AI and Lockheed Martin.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- Shield AI secured $1.5B funding while Hivemind was selected for a U.S. Air Force drone program, and GM's robotics strategy was highlighted.
- Keith manages the PMX-281 program for the Navy, while the Joint Chiefs of Staff emphasize the need for autonomous capabilities.
- Shield AI developed the V-BAT UAV.
- Major global technology giants, including Shield AI and Anduril, are exploring collaborations to leverage Physical AI in defense technology.
- Shield AI established a permanent presence in Taiwan, integrated software with Thunder Tiger, and is working with the National Chung-Shan Institute.
August 2026
6 events- Shield AI is supporting the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology in developing autonomous systems.
- Discussions involving FM Sitharaman highlighted India's potential as a global hub for AI-enabled autonomy and corporate expansion.
- The U.S. Navy has provided a $50M contract to fund the use of the X-Bat utilizing the GE Aerospace F110 engine.
- Shield AI has established offices and facilities across Europe and the Middle East, and a defense ETF gained exposure to the company.
- A study found that bacteria can boost coral heat tolerance, alongside a demonstration of mission autonomy software by Shield AI.
- Andrew Reiter worked at Shield AI on defense technology.
July 2026
6 events- Inturai is partnering with Shield AI and ST Engineering regarding projects with the Republic of Singapore Air Force.
- Shield AI and OpenAI are both examples of private companies.
- Integrated AVEN into F110-GE-129E engine.
- Shield AI, L3Harris Technologies, and Hivemind partnered for a live autonomous Electronic Warfare (EW) test.
- DARPA used a Shield AI agent in dogfighting exercises.
- The American defense firm Shield AI is providing long-range surveillance drones as part of its operational capacity.
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June 2026
12 events- X-Bat utilizes GE Aerospace F110 power.
- Shield AI conducted a maiden sortie of an X-Bat powered by GE Aerospace at a defense exhibition in Europe.
- Shield AI offered Poland a role in the X-BAT program.
- Poland awarded a contract to Shield AI for V-BAT drones to bolster NATO's eastern flank.
- Sweden and Poland announced major defense procurements, including A26 submarines and V-BAT drone contracts.
- The Polish navy has ordered the deployment of V-Bat for maritime surveillance.
- Deployments involving Shield AI are occurring in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Strategic integration partnership formed between Shield AI and Spain to expand autonomy.
- Shield AI, RTX, and NCA are partnering to integrate advanced AI capabilities into defense products and operational weapons.
- Destinus and Shield AI conducted autonomous systems testing in Segovia, demonstrating strike capabilities for future deployment in Ukraine.
- Airbus U.S. Space and Defense promoted Alex Veneziano to CEO and collaborated on autonomous flight tests.
- Shield AI and North Korea are reportedly integrating advanced AI into military applications, including testing new high-tech munitions.