# Defense Technology Startup Helsing Raises $1.8B at $18B Valuation

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> **Published:** 2026-07-13T12:00:00.000Z  
> **Category:** FUNDING  
> **Impact Score:** 180/100  
> **Primary Source:** [SiliconANGLE](https://siliconangle.com/2026/07/13/defense-technology-startup-helsing-raises-1-8b-18b-valuation)  
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## Executive Summary
German defense technology startup Helsing SE today announced that it has closed a $1.8 billion Series E investment. The late-stage capital was provided by a group of 10 new and returning investors. JPMorganChase, General Catalyst, Lightspeed and Iconiq were among the participants.

## Referenced Coverage & Sources
- **[SiliconANGLE](https://siliconangle.com/2026/07/13/defense-technology-startup-helsing-raises-1-8b-18b-valuation)**: Defense technology startup Helsing raises $1.8B at $18B valuation — _German defense technology startup Helsing SE today announced that it has closed a $1.8 billion Series E investment. The late-stage capital was provided by a group of 10 new and returning investors. JPMorganChase, General Catalyst, Lightspeed and Iconiq were among the participants. Helsing says..._

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