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Aug 20, 2024 · news.crunchbase.com
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A16z And Founders Fund Lead The Way In Defense Venture Capital
Anduril Industries recently raised $1.5 billion in a funding round co-led by Founders Fund and Sands Capital Ventures, matching its own record for the largest defense tech round ever. This investment highlights the growing interest in defense tech by venture capital firms, which has seen significant growth in recent years. The total funding for defense tech startups in 2024 has reached $2.5 billion, nearly matching the record high of $2.6 billion set in 2022. Other notable investors in the space include Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, and 8VC. The influx of venture capital into defense tech is a relatively new trend, driven by the increasing need for advanced technology in defense and national security.
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