Israeli startup raises $36 million to build world's first ‘Iron Dome for drone swarms’

Israeli startup Skapion has raised $36 million in funding to develop what it describes as the world's first 'Iron Dome for drone swarms.' The company is building a mobile, end-to-end defense system designed to counter the scale, cost, and simultaneity of drone-swarm attacks. The funding round will accelerate product development and hiring. Skapion's system aims to address a growing threat as drone swarms become more common in modern warfare, particularly in conflicts such as the war in Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East. The company has not disclosed specific investors or a timeline for deployment.

Global Impact

Economically, the $36 million round is modest but could catalyze a wave of venture capital into counter-drone startups, potentially creating a new defense-tech vertical. Politically, the system addresses a critical gap in modern warfare, as drone swarms have proven effective in Ukraine and against Israeli targets.