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The government technology sector is attracting serious investment, with a strong focus on defense, security, and AI.
Defense contractor Anduril Industries has raised a total of $6.2 billion. The ecosystem also includes specialized firms like Germany's Quantum Systems, which develops AI-powered drones.
Below is our list of 34 Government startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Quantum Systems builds AI-powered eVTOL drones designed for defense, security, and surveying applications. Their platforms specialize in providing advanced aerial intelligence for complex data collection and reconnaissance missions.
The World Health Organization serves as the United Nations' authority on international public health, setting global standards and guiding policy. This specialized agency works to combat diseases, respond to health crises, and ensure more people have access to essential care.
Anduril builds autonomous systems that use AI to solve complex national security challenges for the U.S. and its allies. Their product suite includes autonomous aircraft and sensor towers designed for real-time battlefield awareness.
Promise builds a modern payment platform that helps government agencies manage and collect fees, fines, and other debts. Their technology gives people flexible payment options and digital reminders, making it easier to resolve government obligations.
Virtualitics builds an AI platform focused on improving readiness for defense and government clients. Their technology translates complex data into actionable insights for critical areas like maintenance, logistics, and training.
Brain Co. builds secure AI platforms and applications for large enterprises and governments. They focus on solving complex, real-world problems by deploying impactful AI in highly regulated environments.
Chaos develops AI-powered software for defense, public safety, and critical industries. Their products, including Hive and Nexus, transform complex data into actionable intelligence for making critical decisions with speed and certainty.
Glass developed an e-commerce platform that streamlines how government agencies procure goods and services. Their software brings a modern, marketplace-style experience to public sector purchasing, simplifying an otherwise complex process.
Pavilion has developed a marketplace that helps public servants streamline the procurement process. Their platform provides government agencies with access to shareable contracts, making it easier to buy from a diverse range of suppliers.
Pathlock provides an application access governance platform designed to protect critical business systems from internal and external threats. Their tools automate user access reviews and enforce compliance policies, reducing security risks for large organizations.
Those top ten companies are just the beginning of the story. Across the board, founders are building new tools for government, with many focusing on AI and mobility.
Together, the rest of the companies on our list have raised over $680 million. Here’s a closer look at the other startups shaping the government tech scene.
| Startup | Main Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI | 2023 | $660k | Pre-Seed | |
| AI | 2020 | $13.1M | Grant | |
| Mobility | 2022 | $8.5M | Grant | |
| AI | 2015 | $80M | Series A | |
| Hardware | 2024 | $6.5M | Seed | |
| Mobility | 2018 | $41M | Series B | |
| Enterprise | 1999 | $40M | Series A | |
| Mobility | 2022 | $119.6M | Series A | |
| AI | 2023 | $17M | Series A | |
| Nonprofit | 1971 | $500k | Grant | |
| GovTech | 2005 | $100M | Debt Financing | |
| AI | 2020 | $35M | Series A | |
| AgTech | 2013 | $2.3M | Grant | |
| Data | 2018 | $12.3M | Series A | |
| AI | 2021 | $2.4M | Pre-Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2014 | $75.5M | Series B | |
| Security | 1987 | $100M | Private Equity | |
| Data | 2017 | $18.3M | Venture Round | |
| Fintech | 2018 | $1.2M | Convertible Note | |
| Mobility | 2022 | R$34.2M | Venture Round | |
| Mobility | 2018 | €2.3M | Venture Round | |
| AI | 2016 | $1.3M | Venture Round | |
| Fintech | 2005 | — | — | |
| GovTech | — | — | — |
