Askari Defense
Makes Rift Alpha, a 3D-printed, hand-launched autonomous interceptor that destroys FPV and Group 2 drones out to about 2 km.
M-SHORAD air defense system on Germany's Baltic coast. Photo: U.S. Army photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham, Public domain (PD-USGov-Military-Army).
Funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Seed | $9M |
Why it matters
More than $2M in procurement contracts with US elite operator units by mid-2026.
Is Askari Defense publicly traded?
Askari Defense is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
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Some figures rest on a single report. Treat them as indicative.Last verified November 14, 2026
Askari Defense: key questions
What does Askari Defense do?
Makes Rift Alpha, a 3D-printed, hand-launched autonomous interceptor that destroys FPV and Group 2 drones out to about 2 km.
What does Askari Defense make?
Products named by Askari Defense include Rift Alpha.
Where is Askari Defense based?
Askari Defense is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 2024.
How much funding has Askari Defense raised?
Total funding is ~$11M, based on announced and reported rounds. Latest round: Seed, $9M, Jun 2026.
Who are Askari Defense's investors?
Notable investors include Builders VC, Sovereign's Capital, Swell VC, Rule 1 Ventures, Overline VC, Brickyard VC.
Is Askari Defense publicly traded?
Askari Defense is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
Can you buy Askari Defense stock?
Not on a public exchange: Askari Defense is a private company. Shares of private companies change hands only in private transactions open to accredited investors, when the company allows it. This is not investment advice.
Sources
- tectonicdefense.com/hand-launched-interceptor-startup-askari-raises-9m-seed/
- hypepotamus.com/askari-defense-launches-in-atlanta/
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