Shield AI.
United States aerospace and defense technology company
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 70
What's happening
Active this week
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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.Well supported4 reports
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Shield AI is advancing its X-BAT jet design, with prototyping taking place in Frisco and plans for construction and flight testing in Des Moines and Kansas.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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X-Bat utilizes GE Aerospace F110 power.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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JSW Group and Shield AI have partnered to develop the V-Bat drone and build shipborne drone capabilities.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 support2 reports
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Shield AI supports Australian defense capabilities.Some support1 report
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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
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Shield AI developed the V-BAT UAV.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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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
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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 support2 reports
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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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What's reaching Shield AI
Events traced to Shield AI, step by step, newest first- Shield AI may face increased competition from DIU's drone vettingShield AI may face increased competition from DIU's drone vettingPossible
- New Pentagon drone programs may boost Shield AI's contractsIncreased demand for vetted drones may create new contract opportunities for Shield AIPossible
- Drone dominance push may boost Shield AI's contractsShield AI may benefit from increased demand for advanced drone and counter-drone systemsPossible
Explainers that pass through Shield AI
Shield AI is a step on the way to someone elseAround Shield AI this week
News at the entities that move Shield AI most-
GE Aerospace StructuralUzbekistan and GE Aerospace agreed to develop educational programs during a meeting in Samarkand.Moves Shield AI
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Poland OperationalRadosław Sikorski and Gideon Sa'ar discussed expanding cooperation, the war in Ukraine, and the situation in the Middle East.Moves Shield AI
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Harris StructuralHarris commented on data centers in Maine and discussed the issue at a city council meeting in Massachusetts.Moves Shield AI
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Defense Innovation Unit OperationalThe Defense Innovation Unit is coordinating recruitment efforts and testing for Gauntlet III, a specific UAS platform under the Pentagon's program.Moves Shield AI
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PENTAGON StructuralThe Department of War is auditing universities for foreign influence while reports detail international defense procurements.Moves Shield AI
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General Electric StructuralManufacturers require security for General Dynamics contracts, involving property formerly owned by General Electric.Moves Shield AI
Connections
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GE Aerospace Structural
Shield AI and GE Aerospace are structurally linked through the joint development of the X-Bat combat aircraft, integrating A's software into B's engines.
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Poland Operational
Shield AI has secured contracts and signed MOUs with Poland for the supply of V-BAT drone technology and MRO support.
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Harris Structural
Harris holds the executive role of SVP of aircraft engineering at Shield AI.
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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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Nirmala Sitharaman Operational
Shield AI and Nirmala Sitharaman are engaged in discussions regarding cooperation in AI and defense applications.
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Des Moines Structural
Shield AI is planning to establish production facilities in Des Moines.
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Anduril Industries Operational
Both Shield AI and Anduril Industries actively compete for CCA autonomy software contracts.
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Defense Innovation Unit Operational
Shield AI and the Defense Innovation Unit coordinate through defense programs, such as the X-BAT initiative.
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General Electric Structural
Shield AI utilizes General Electric's F110 engine as a core component in its operations.
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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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JSW Group Operational
Shield AI and JSW Group partnered to develop the V-Bat drone.
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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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Greece Structural
Shield AI is involved in acquiring military assets and exploring production facilities within Greece.
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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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Europe Shared context
Shield AI operates and targets military markets within the European geopolitical context.
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PENTAGON Structural
The Pentagon is actively embracing and utilizing venture-backed defense firms, indicating a functional dependency.
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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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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Structural
DARPA formally utilized Shield AI's agent during dogfighting exercises.
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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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Taiwan Operational
Shield AI is building a drone supply chain that operates independently of China, leveraging the context of Taiwan.
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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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Spain Operational
Shield AI and Spain formed a strategic integration partnership aimed at expanding autonomy capabilities.
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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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OpenAI Mentioned together
Both Shield AI and OpenAI are described as examples of private companies.
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Taipei Shared context
Shield AI is involved in a drone acquisition by Taiwan, which is located in Taipei.
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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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Kansas Shared context
Shield AI conducts production, testing, and operations within the state of 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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Hadrian Operational
The evidence describes both entities as high-profile companies that compete within the defense technology sector.
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company Shared context
Shield AI operates within the general corporate environment.
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Frisco Shared context
Shield AI is conducting prototyping activities within the location of Frisco.
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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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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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Pacific Northwest Shared context
Shield AI's aerospace activities are contextualized within the Pacific Northwest region.
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Segovia Shared context
Shield AI conducted testing of autonomous systems within the location of Segovia.
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Shield AI and National Chung-Shan Institute are engaged in a collaborative working relationship.
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Taipei Times Mentioned together
Taipei Times reports on Shield AI's drone sales.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 events- Shield AI is advancing its X-BAT jet design, with prototyping taking place in Frisco and plans for construction and flight testing in Des Moines and Kansas.
- JSW Group and Shield AI have partnered to develop the V-Bat drone and build shipborne drone capabilities.
- Shield AI supports Australian defense capabilities.
September 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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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.
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.