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Shield AI raises $240 million at a $5.3 billion valuation to commercialize its AI drone tech | TechCrunch

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Shield AI has raised a $240 million round at a $5.3 billion valuation.

The San Diego defense tech startup builds drones and other AI-powered military systems.

Shield AI says its software already enables fighter jets and drones to fly autonomously.

The round’s investors include L3Harris, one of the biggest defense contractors, and Hanwha Aerospace .

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