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Defense tech startup Zebu raises $1 million in a pre-Series A round led by Bluehill VC to accelerate drone deployment for India's defense modernization.

PRIVATEMay 08, 2025

Amount Raised

$1 Million

Round Type

Pre-Series A

HyderabadManufacturing

Investors

Bluehill VC

Description

Defense-tech startup Zebu has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A financing round led by Bluehill VC. The proceeds will be used to accelerate four of its mission-critical drones from prototype to battlefield deployment. Founded in 2021, Zebu develops counter-drone systems for armed forces globally. The company is expanding into commercial markets by adapting military-grade technology for enterprise use.

Quick answer

Zebu raised $1 Million in a Pre-Series A round, dated May 8, 2025. Investors: Bluehill VC. Zebu is based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

How much did Zebu raise?
Zebu raised $1 Million in a Pre-Series A round on May 8, 2025.
Who invested in Zebu?
Bluehill VC is named as investors in this round.
What does Zebu do?
Zebu designs and develops next-generation software and hardware technologies.
Where is Zebu based and how big is it?
Zebu is based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Fundz records about 19 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Zebu?
Fundz holds 2 contacts at Zebu. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

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  • Peach Cars raised $11M (Series A) on June 22, 2025.
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  • Trak Outdoor raised $219K on June 20, 2025.
  • Okinawa Autotech raised $7M (Funding Round) on June 19, 2025.
  • RoboTwin raised $1.4M (Seed) on June 19, 2025.
  • Reaction Dynamics raised $11M (Series A) on June 18, 2025.

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Company Information

Company

Zebu

Location

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

About

Zebu designs and develops next-generation software and hardware technologies. Our team of talented researchers specialise in multi-disciplinary focuses including computer vision, embedded systems, IoT, robotics, machine learning and artificial intelligence. The Zebu team researches the problem and designs the solution to technical challenges of the modern era. We invite you to come see what Zebu is all about.

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