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Keres

YC F26

Denver, US · Founded 2026 · 3 employees · 1 known investors

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Keres develops reusable unmanned jet interceptors for air defense, including the Garmur, which launches on command to identify and destroy drones and cruise missiles before landing to be reused. The company serves military commanders seeking a lower-cost alternative to fighter aircraft for aerial threat response.

Advanced ManufacturingAirplanesAerospaceDefenseUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F26)

CPChristopher Palazzolo
Christopher PalazzoloFounder/CTOCo-founder and CTO of Keres, previously Head of Operations at H3X Technologies and, over four years at Boom Supersonic, rose from Aircraft Technician to Director of Aircraft and Production Operations for the XB-1 supersonic demonstrator, where he led avionics, flight test, and manufacturing. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Oakland University.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Keres do?
Keres develops reusable unmanned jet interceptors for air defense, including the Garmur, which launches on command to identify and destroy drones and cruise missiles before landing to be reused. The company serves military commanders seeking a lower-cost alternative to fighter aircraft for aerial threat response.
Who are Keres's investors?
Keres's investors include Y Combinator.
Where is Keres headquartered?
Keres is headquartered in Denver, US.