Company Overview
Snapshot
Founded in July 2021 by Ram Reiss, SharkSense operates with 1–10 employees. The company has secured two non-equity funding rounds and holds patents in Israel, the UK, and the US for its drone and UAV detection technology. In June 2024, SharkSense was selected for the third Dimension X cohort by Hatch, focusing on developing Proof of Concepts for public safety and security challenges.
Business overview
SharkSense specializes in developing a patent-based, cost-effective solution for the intruder detection of drones and other Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Its core technology enables the detection of autonomous drones that do not transmit signals, addressing a critical gap in current surveillance capabilities. The company serves markets in Aerospace, Defense & HLS, with a focus on defense, safety, and security, and targets government and city entities across Asia, North America, and Europe.
Strategic signal
In November 2024, SharkSense participated in the opening event for the 5th cohort of the Innofense program at SOSA. This engagement is significant as it involves developing Proof of Concepts in collaboration with DDR&D (MAFAT) and direct work with the Israeli Ministry of Defense. This partnership signals strong governmental validation and potential for the company's defense technology to be integrated into national security frameworks, indicating a clear growth trajectory within the defense sector.
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- What is SharkSense's primary technological innovation?
- SharkSense has pioneered a patent-based, cost-effective solution for the intruder detection of drones and other UAVs, specifically designed to detect autonomous drones that do not transmit signals. The company holds patents for this innovation in Israel, the UK, and the US.
- Which accelerator programs has SharkSense participated in?
- In September 2024, SharkSense received non-equity funding from the INNOFENSE accelerator and Starburst Aerospace. In June 2024, the company also received non-equity funding from Hatch.
- What was the significance of SharkSense's participation in the Innofense program?
- In November 2024, SharkSense participated in the opening event for the 5th cohort of the Innofense program at SOSA. This program involves developing Proof of Concepts in collaboration with DDR&D (MAFAT) and working directly with the Israeli Ministry of Defense, highlighting the company's strategic engagement in defense technology.
- What was SharkSense's involvement with the ASTRA program?
- In September 2024, SharkSense participated in the Demo Day for Cycle 5 of ASTRA, a space technology accelerator program operated by IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries and Starburst. The event showcased innovative startups, including SharkSense, presenting groundbreaking technologies.
- What was SharkSense's role in the Hatch Dimension X cohort?
- In May 2024, SharkSense was selected for Hatch's third Dimension X cohort. As part of this program, the company will be working on Proof of Concepts related to challenge statements from HTX and MHA end-users.