Darkhive develops US-produced open autonomous robotics systems for the defense and public safety communities.
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San Antonio, Texas 78204, US
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Darkhive is pleased to announce Halimah N. appointment as our first-ever Chief Strategy Officer. Halimah brings a deep and wide set of expertise on the defense industrial base, government procurement, and defense tech. In this role, Halimah will continue to lead Darkhive’s business development and serve as a trusted voice on our executive leadership team. Congratulations, Halimah 🎉
Darkhive is pleased to announce Halimah N. appointment as our first-ever Chief Strategy Officer. Halimah brings a deep and wide set of expertise on the defense industrial base, government procurement, and defense tech. In this role, Halimah will continue to lead Darkhive’s business development and serve as a trusted voice on our executive leadership team. Congratulations, Halimah 🎉
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The Pentagon is making a strategic shift — backing smaller, agile U.S. defense tech companies that can build, adapt, and deploy faster than emerging threats evolve. For decades, defense procurement was dominated by massive incumbents, long development cycles, and rigid systems. That’s why Darkhive’s latest $49.7M contract matters. Founded in a garage in 2021, Darkhive is now helping shape how U.S. troops operate in GPS-denied and communications-contested environments — one of the defining challenges of modern warfare. The future battlefield will reward: rapid iteration autonomous systems real-time intelligence resilient edge communications And this contract signals that the Department of Defense knows it. The Pentagon is no longer just buying hardware. It’s prioritizing adaptability, speed, and operational resilience. We’re proud to back companies like Darkhive that are building for the realities of tomorrow, not the assumptions of yesterday. The future of defense may belong to the teams that can learn and adapt the fastest. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gsmRx4uu Celeste Ford, David Anderman, Matt Patterson #DefenseTech #DroneTechnology #AutonomousSystems #NationalSecurity #MilitaryInnovation #DefenseInnovation
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San Antonio startup Darkhive secures largest-ever APFIT award for tactical edge command software, backed by $30M Series B led by RTX Ventures, signaling mega-prime confidence in commercial autonomy platforms. The Pentagon is consolidating edge-compute autonomy procurement around commercial startups with RTX-class validation, effectively outsourcing a core capability rather than building it in-house. This shifts competitive advantage from drone OEMs to the software stack vendors who control real-time command authority. https://lnkd.in/et2jUkHw
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Congrats to Darkhive on their Series B funding round! 👏
Darkhive is proud to announce the close of our Series B funding round, totaling $30 million. Grateful to be led in this round by RTX Ventures, joined by new investor Draper Associates and with continued support from Ten Eleven Ventures, Crosslink Capital, Alamo Angels, and Stellar Ventures. This funding round will be key to accelerating the delivery of our cutting-edge core hardware and software products directly into the hands of those who serve. https://lnkd.in/eGB_nFda
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Alamo Angels is proud to back Darkhive in their $30M Series B. The round was led by RTX Ventures, with new investors Draper Associates and Bison Capital joining returning investors Crosslink Capital, Ten Eleven Ventures, Stellar Ventures, and Alamo Angels. We first backed Darkhive at the pre-seed in 2022, and the Series B is the latest validation of that conviction. Founded by John Goodson and headquartered in San Antonio, Darkhive develops advanced, software-defined hardware engineered for fast adaptation and scalable production. Darkhive's mission is to equip those who serve with the cutting-edge technology needed to assure success across operational domains. Darkhive runs major programs with the U.S. Air Force, the Defense Innovation Unit, and the Air Force Research Laboratory. Earlier this year, the Pentagon selected Darkhive to lead a $49.7M APFIT program, the single largest award in program history.
Darkhive is proud to announce the close of our Series B funding round, totaling $30 million. Grateful to be led in this round by RTX Ventures, joined by new investor Draper Associates and with continued support from Ten Eleven Ventures, Crosslink Capital, Alamo Angels, and Stellar Ventures. This funding round will be key to accelerating the delivery of our cutting-edge core hardware and software products directly into the hands of those who serve. https://lnkd.in/eGB_nFda
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It was our pleasure to welcome Mr. John Goodson back to campus as part of our Leaders and Luminaries series. A proud EPPS alumnus and Founder & CEO of Darkhive Inc., he shared thoughtful insights from his journey and professional experiences. He spoke about resilience, purpose, and his transition from military service into entrepreneurship, offering a meaningful perspective on leadership and growth. We are grateful for his time and hope conversations like these continue to inspire our students to dream bigger, lead boldly, and create meaningful impact.
We're honored to support the TACP Foundation and all they do for the community. There is still time to donate, show some love for the folks calling down the fire. #tacp #jtac #nonprofit
On 18 April we take the fairway for the TACP Foundation Golf Cup. And we don't go to war alone. These organizations answered the call: Shark Bite | Galvion | Omni Wool Tactical | Ones Ready | National Safety Apparel | L3Harris Technologies | Dts, Darbonnier Tactical Supply | Belleville Boot Company | Darkhive | Safran These are not spectators. These are companies that understand when a TACP calls in fire from the sky to save lives on the ground, someone has to have their back. The TACP Foundation stands for the Air Force TACP community and our Gold Star Families, the ones who gave everything so the rest of us could stand here and swing a golf club in the sunshine. It is not too late to sponsor or donate. ⛳ TACP Foundation Golf Cup | April 18 ▫️ United States Air Force #tacp #jtac #nonprofit
Don't miss your chance to hear Darkhive Chief of Staff Mike Smith speaking at San Antonio Tech Day!
Execution is what turns strategy into capability. Meet Mike Smith As Chief of Staff at Darkhive, Michael drives alignment across operations, technology, manufacturing, and product—translating enterprise strategy into disciplined execution as the company scales as a leading defense integrator. DYK: Michael spent 27 years in the U.S. Air Force and Joint Special Operations community. His leadership spans special warfare, global operations, and force development—including command of the 320th Special Tactics Squadron in Okinawa, leading missions across the Indo-Pacific. At Tech Day 2026, Michael brings a perspective shaped by high-consequence environments—where execution, alignment, and speed define outcomes. Register now: sanantoniotechday.com 💻 🎟️ #TechDaySA #TechDay2026 #TechFuel2026 #HechoEnSA