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Shield AI to acquire radar maker Echodyne in deal valued at up to $5.3 billion

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Shield AI agreed to buy Echodyne, a maker of compact radar that detects and tracks drones, in a deal valued at up to $5.3 billion. Shield AI is raising $2.5 billion to fund the acquisition, including $1 billion.

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  1. 2026-11-05 17:47 · GeekWire
    Shield AI to buy Bill Gates-backed radar maker Echodyne in $5.3B deal, doubling down on Seattle area

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