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United States · San Diego · founded 2015
Shield AI develops autonomy software and uncrewed aircraft for defense applications. Its principal verified offerings include the V-BAT vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft and Hivemind autonomy software, including Hivemind Enterprise. V-BAT uses a single-engine ducted-fan configuration suited to confined launch and recovery areas, including ship decks.
In July 2025, Shield AI announced that the Netherlands Ministry of Defence had procured eight V-BAT systems for naval and marine operations. A March 2026 update reported that the Royal Netherlands Navy had declared V-BAT operational after testing aboard HNLMS Johan de Witt off northern Norway. That later release referred to twelve aircraft being acquired and equipment for eight vessels, which should not be confused with completed delivery of twelve aircraft. The tests included high winds, sub-zero temperatures and live video transmission.
Hivemind addresses autonomy across multiple platforms, while the company's statements about contested-environment performance remain vendor-reported rather than universal guarantees.
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