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Shield AI to acquire software simulation company Aechelon and raise $2B at $12.7B valuation

PRIVATEMar 26, 2026

Amount Raised

$2 Billion

Round Type

Series G+

San DiegoInformation Technologyinformation technology & services

Description

Shield AI raised $2.0B (Series G), led by Advent International, Strategic Investment Group of JPMorganChase Security and Resiliency Initiative, with participation from Innovation X Advisors, Riot Ventures, Disruptive, Apandion.

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Shield AI raised $2 Billion in a Series G+ round, dated March 26, 2026. Shield AI is based in San Diego, California, United States.

How much did Shield AI raise?
Shield AI raised $2 Billion in a Series G+ round on March 26, 2026.
What does Shield AI do?
Shield AI is redefining what is possible for defense and commercial unmanned systems, building self-driving technology that enables intelligent teams of systems to execute complex operations without GPS, communications,..
Where is Shield AI based and how big is it?
Shield AI is based in San Diego, California, United States. Fundz records about 1,800 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Shield AI?
Fundz holds 2 contacts at Shield AI, including the Global Head of Talent Sourcing & Intelligence. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Who else raised in information technology & services around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Shield AI that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • Kindsight raised $50K (Pre-Seed) on May 4, 2026.
  • Maisa raised $5M on May 4, 2026.
  • VAST Data raised $1B (Funding Round) on April 22, 2026.
  • Render Networks raised $15M (Private Equity) on April 22, 2026.
  • Upstage raised $146M (Series C) on April 15, 2026.
  • Gravity raised $7M (Seed) on April 15, 2026.

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Company Information

Company

Shield AI

Location

600 WEST BROADWAY

San Diego, California, United States

About

Shield AI is redefining what is possible for defense and commercial unmanned systems, building self-driving technology that enables intelligent teams of systems to execute complex operations without GPS, communications, or remote pilots. Put simply – we're building the world's best AIpilots. We are a mission driven company founded to protect service members and civilians with artificially intelligent systems. Shield AI is a venture-backed company built around a team of proven executives, warfighters with relevant national security experience, and world-class AI engineers. The company is headquartered in San Diego, CA with satellite offices across the United States. Shield AI's products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the US Department of Defense and allies. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on Twitter and LinkedIn

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