Defense Tech Startups

Tacteris develops software solutions for military planning and decision support on the modern battlefield. Its flagship platform serves government and defense agencies globally, including NATO and allied partners, with AI/ML-enhanced planning and data synchronization capabilities.

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Tactical Edge Systems builds deployable power and communications hardware for remote and infrastructure-denied environments, including tethered relay towers, mesh networking, and on-demand hydrogen fuel. Its systems are aimed at governments, defense primes, and military operators, and have been validated through NATO and U.S. defense programs.

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Talon Defense develops cyber solutions for national security and defense missions, spanning vulnerability discovery, threat intelligence, malware analysis, exploit development, and AI-enabled cyber and information operations. It serves government and defense organizations with offensive and defensive capabilities.

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Tamarack Global is an investment firm that manages capital across digital economy, artificial intelligence, climate, and deeptech sectors. The firm backs early-stage and growth-stage companies in data intelligence, clean energy, robotics, and frontier technologies.

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Tarian is one of North America's leading security companies providing services across government, aviation, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and education sectors.

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TAT Technologies provides aerospace and defense manufacturing, maintenance and repair services, and components for commercial and military aircraft including thermal systems, landing gear, and environmental control units.

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Crowded Space Drones provides drone detection services to protect public safety and security at tours, venues, sports leagues and for policing, and also delivers crowd-safety, promotional and FPV broadcast drone operations over crowds. It serves events, broadcasters and security teams, having worked with clients such as the Beyoncé Cowboy Carter World Tour, WWE/TKO, British Summer Time Hyde Park and the BBC.

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Raft builds software infrastructure for defense mission systems, including command and control and autonomous systems. The company positions its platform as the software foundation for edge and modern warfare applications.

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Techware Systems designs and manufactures pan-and-tilt positioners (PTU/APU/SAP series) for a range of payload capacities from 6kg up to 500kg. These motion-control units are aimed at surveillance, defense, and industrial applications requiring precise camera or sensor positioning.

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Telespro Finland specializes in high-quality and innovative medical and emergency response products, with particular expertise in perioperative thermal management for surgical patients and protective clothing for emergency personnel.

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Teletactica develops communication systems that integrate control links, video, and data exchange into unified connectivity infrastructure for defense and industrial applications. The technology operates across air, ground, and industrial platforms with consistent performance in operational environments.

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Telops (now Exosens) designs and manufactures hyperspectral imaging systems and infrared cameras for defense, industrial, and academic research applications. The company also provides R&D services in optical systems development tailored to customer needs.

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Telos provides cybersecurity and identity solutions to government and commercial organizations, including services in cloud, enterprise security, and related areas. The company serves defense, intelligence, civilian government agencies, and private enterprises globally.

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TENICA Global Solutions provides engineering, technical support, and program solutions for U.S. government and commercial clients, including network engineering, connectivity, and system acquisition support. The company serves government agencies, including the intelligence community, across the US and globally.

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Tenna develops software that ensures spectrum integrity and resilience for connected and autonomous systems, addressing signal reliability in an increasingly autonomous world.

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Tercero Technologies develops edge AI software and hardware for intelligent sensors and autonomous vehicles in defense applications, with a focus on FPGA technology for electromagnetic spectrum operations in forward-deployed and unmanned systems.

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Tessellated Inc. develops high tensile-strength engineered composite thin films produced via roll-to-roll manufacturing, working with U.S. defense and government agencies on applications including aircraft, body armor, ballistic protection, and lighter vehicles for emissions reduction. Developed in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, the material targets aerospace, defense, and energy markets.

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Tex Tech Industries develops and supplies high-performance materials for diverse industries including aerospace, automotive, protective apparel, and filtration. The company serves customers across sectors requiring advanced material solutions.

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Tharros provides advanced cybersecurity solutions designed for agencies, built on domain expertise and vulnerability assessment capabilities. The company focuses on helping government and defense missions address cyber threats and maintain operational security.

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The Spaceport Company operates sea-based launch infrastructure, including a commercial launch pad ship and semi-submersible offshore platforms, for offshore missile testing and orbital launch missions. It serves government agencies and commercial aerospace customers in the United States, with in-house design, engineering, fabrication, and regulatory compliance capabilities.

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The Whiskey Project Group designs, engineers, and manufactures operator-focused, high-performance watercraft for commercial and mission-specific maritime use, offered through its NAiAD and VYCOR brands. It also provides custom on-water solutions, project management, and specialised capability delivery for clients with unique requirements.

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thinkRF builds SXM, an AI-driven spectrum intelligence platform that provides continuous real-time monitoring and analysis of RF environments across 2G–5G networks. It serves telecom regulators, mobile and private network operators, system integrators, and defense and national security agencies, combining distributed sensing, 3GPP network analytics, and cloud-based delivery.

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A defense technology company that provides autonomous scanning and detection systems for ground and aerial threats, delivering real-time operational intelligence to military personnel.

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Thistle builds man-portable robotic weapon stations that detect, track, and neutralise incoming FPV and small drones at close range using edge AI and in-service weapons, with a human authorising each engagement. The systems are sold to government and military end users to protect squads, vehicles, and critical infrastructure such as ports, airfields, and power plants.

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