Helsing, a German defense-technology startup, has raised $1.8 billion in a Series E funding round, valuing the company at $18 billion. This funding round is the largest ever for a European defense startup.
The company's valuation has increased from $12 billion in June 2025, and this investment will accelerate Helsing's mission to develop AI platforms for defense capabilities.
Helsing's products include the HX-2 strike drone and Altra AI-enabled battlefield-operations software, and the company works with major defense firms like Rheinmetall and Saab. This funding round reflects strong confidence in AI-driven defense technology.
