Startup Anduril Is Becoming A Major Defense Contractor
Founded just six years ago, Anduril is now valued at almost $10 billion, becoming a controversial and powerful growing force as a defense contractor and security provider.
In this report, based on IPVM's investigation, we examine:
- Anduril's Background
- Billions in Funding
- Founders, Executives, and Employees
- US Government Contracts
- Intrusion Analytics and Security Command Center
- Anduril Surveillance Towers
- Outlook
Note: IPVM plans to do a follow-up report on Anduril's autonomous aerial vehicles in the coming weeks.
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