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Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)

North America, California, United States, Mountain View

Description

Defense Innovation Unit is a DoD organization that focuses on accelerating commercial technology for national security.

Investor Profile

Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has backed more than 1 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Grant rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Robotics, Software, Video.

Stage Focus

  • Grant (100%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Robotics
  • Software
  • Video
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Who does Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) frequently co-invest with?

US Army
North America, Virginia, United States, Arlington
Co-Investments: 1
U.S. Department of Defense
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 1
U.S. Air Force
North America, Texas, United States, Randolph
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)?

Vantage Robotics

San Leandro, California, United States

Vantage Robotics is a technology company that makes aerial videos easy for commercial operations over people.

RoboticsSoftwareVideo
GrantMay 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $20,000,000