Quantum Systems, StirlingX, Alva Industries — $1.2B drones, sovereign intelligence and compact motors — Daily News July 2, 2026
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Quantum Systems raises $1.2B at an approximately $8B valuation to scale autonomous drones and defence systems, StirlingX closes a $20M Series A for a sovereign intelligence platform, while Alva Industries raises €16M for ultra-compact electric motors.
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Startups mentioned
Quantum Systems
German startup founded in 2015 in Munich. Develops UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) for defence, surveillance and intelligence applications. €150M in February 2026.
StirlingX
StirlingX helps defence and critical infrastructure customers capture, secure, fuse and turn sensitive data into operational intelligence.
Alva Industries
Alva Industries uses its patented FiberPrinting technology to produce lightweight, compact, high-torque-density, cogging-free motors.