Helsing Valuation Reaches $18bn with $1.2bn Funding Round
Published on 5/9/2026

AI Summary
Helsing, a German drone start-up, is expected to achieve a valuation of $18 billion following a new funding round. The company aims to raise $1.2 billion from investors, including Daniel Ek, co-founder of Spotify. This significant capital injection highlights increased interest in the defense sector amid current global security concerns. The outcome of this funding round may impact market perceptions related to investments in defense technology.



