Series D · Aerospace & Defense · Munich, Germany · Founded 2021 · 600–900 employees
Helsing is a German defense technology company developing AI solutions for military applications, including combat drones, electronic warfare systems, and reconnaissance platforms exclusively for democratic governments. Founded in 2021, the company has rapidly become one of Europe's most valuable startups with a €12 billion valuation. They have secured major contracts including upgrading German Eurofighters and supplying thousands of combat drones to Ukraine. The company emphasizes ethical AI deployment with human-in-the-loop systems and has raised over €1.3 billion across multiple funding rounds.