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Furientis raises $25M seed funding led by Benchmark for 100-mile interceptor development. Company secures first Department of War contract for homeland defense technology.

PRIVATEOct 06, 2026

Amount Raised

$25 Million

Round Type

Seed

Los AngelesManufacturing

Investors

Benchmark

Description

Furientis, a Los Angeles-based defense technology company, has raised $25 million in seed funding led by Benchmark to develop lower-cost defensive interceptors at greater volumes than traditional programs. The company has also secured its first government contract with the Department of War as an Other Transaction Agreement for prototyping and demonstrating its 100-mile-range interceptor vehicle. Benchmark General Partner Chetan Puttagunta is joining Furientis's Board as part of the financing. The funding will support expanded manufacturing capabilities, flight-test operations, and hiring to advance the interceptor program.

Company Information

Company

Furientis

Location

Los Angeles, California, United States

About

Furientis is a defense technology company building cost-effective ship-based interceptor systems designed for high-volume production and reliability. They operate a 9,000-square-foot facility in Los Angeles and follow a rapid, end-user-driven spiral development model. The company aims to expand initial production and accelerate testing of its interceptor system. Furientis was co-founded in 2025 by Brody Franzen and Aris Simsarian.

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